Summer Camps & Activities
Have fun this summer with camps and activities tailored to students from preschool through 12th grade!
Apply for a Youth Enrichment Scholarship
Hopkins Community Education is dedicated to making our youth enrichment opportunities available to all youth in our community. In order to qualify for scholarship funds, you must demonstrate financial need, and be a Hopkins School District Student (K-12) or be a resident of the Hopkins School District. Funds are available on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Scholarships are good for 1 calendar year (Jan. 1-Dec. 31), each family needs to reapply and submit documentation each year.
Youth scholarship funds from Hopkins Community Ed is based on a 4 tier assistance scale. These tiered scholarship funds can only be used towards the cost of Hopkins Youth Enrichment courses. They cannot be applied to Adult courses or events. More financial resources may be available from Resource West www.resourcewest.org. View the Youth Enrichment Scholarship Income Eligibility Scale to see if you qualify, click here
To receive tuition assistance, we must have a copy of your 2022 W2 form, or 2 recent consecutive pay stubs, for all wage earners in the household. These can be emailed to community.education@hopkinsschools.org or dropped off in person at Community Education Office, 1001 Highway 7, Suite 170 in Hopkins. Applications will not be approved without this.
- Fall, Winter/Spring - Youth Scholarship funds can be applied to 2 enrichment classes per season per youth.
- Camp Royal Summer Camps - Families with an approved application may apply funds to 2 camps per youth. See eligible camps here.
Assistance cannot be granted retroactively, funds must be requested before a class has started. Not all classes are eligible for financial assistance. Please allow 2-3 weeks to process your application.
Preschool Options
Hop-Kids: Preschool-Age
Hop-Kids
Registration for Hop-Kids summer 2023 programming will open on February 9 at 8pm!
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ECFE Summer Classes
ECFE will offer summer classes May - July (week of July 4 off). Offering 8 weeks of classes helps to keep our families connected, engaged with the community, and busy during the summer. Summer Classes include:
- Infant (4 weeks May - June & 4 weeks June -July)
- 1-2's (8 week May - July), 2-3's (8 week May - July)
- 3-5's Preschool Readiness (8 weeks May- July)
- Parents Preparing for Preschool (virtual) - 6 week
- Stay and Play Out Door Fun - (8 week May -July)
- Stay and Play Indoor Fun - (8 week May -July)
Hopkins Summer Preschool
Hopkins Summer Preschool has many options that fit your family's needs: 2.5 hour programs, 4 hour programs, or a full day care option that offers 5 days / week from 7am-5pm. Your student will enjoy a summer adventure with new friends and engaging learning activities. Programming designed for preschoolers aged 3-5 years old.
VIEW class options & register
Elementary Options
Camp Royal: Grades K-6
Camp Royal
Join us at Camp Royal!
Camp Royal provides high-quality summer programming for scholars entering kindergarten through sixth grade in an inclusive, caring environment. Our campers will develop curiosity, exploration, and creativity while building meaningful connections with other children and adults.
Our Monday-Thursday camps are designed around half-day blocks, with drop-off times starting at 8:30 a.m., and pick-up by 4:30 p.m. Sign up for a full or half day.
Explore art, sports, science and technology (STEM), cooking, pottery, crafts, or digital skills in a supportive environment.
Registration for summer 2023 Camp Royal opens February 9, 2023 at 8pm:
Location
Eisenhower Elementary
Enter in Door N
1001 Hwy. 7
Hopkins, MN 55305
Please check individual camp descriptions for camps that are held in other locations.
Days & Times
Monday-Thursday
June 12 to August 17, 2023
Drop off starts at 8:30 a.m.
Pick up by 4:30 p.m.
All pick ups and drop offs should be made in the bus loop.
Supervised lunch: 12-1 p.m.
Sign up for our full- or half-day camp options.
Camp Fees
We've priced our camps at an affordable price point for families. Payment plans are available at registration.
We are committed to equal access for all Hopkins Public Schools students. If you are concerned about pricing, limited scholarships for activities are available. Please fill out the Scholarship Application prior to registering.
Camp Royal Staff
Electronic Devices
Meals
Breakfast and lunch will be provided by Hopkins School Nutrition June 20 to August 10. Registration for breakfast or lunch is not required. Parents and Guardians should see the School Nutrition website for the meal calendar.
Payment Plans and Cancellation Policy
We realize many families will be signing up for multiple weeks and would like a payment plan option. Payment plans are available at registration.
We will gladly refund your class registration fee if you cancel and request a refund five business days prior to the first class, minus a $5 cancellation fee.
We reserve the right to cancel a class due to low enrollment. In that case, we will contact you and make arrangements to refund your class fee.
Transportation
Questions & Registration:
Call 952-988-4070 or email
Jennifer.Pierce@
HopkinsSchools.org.
During summer programming time:
Call the Community Education office at 952-988-4070.
Need help registering for Camp Royal?
If you need help registering your child for Camp Royal, please call 952-988-4070.
Si necesita ayuda en español para registrar a su hijo(a) en Camp Royal, favor de llamar a Elisa Dorfman al 952-988-4211 o enviarle un correo electrónico a Elisa.Dorfman@HopkinsSchools.org.
Haddii add ubaahan tahay caawimaad of Soomaali oo kuu sahlaysa diiwaangelinka Camp Royal, Fadlan La Hiriir Deeqa Barkhadle telefoonka No 952-988-4069 ama email udir Deeqa.Barkhadle@HopkinsSchools.org.
Yog tias koj xav tau kev pab cuv npe rau Camp Royal, lawm ntawv thaum lub caij ntuj sov, hu rau Panou Xiong xov tooj 612-282-2632 los nws tus email Panou.Xiong@HopkinsSchools.org.
Kids & Company: Grades 1-4
Kids & Company
We take all of the fun from our school-year Kids & Company child care program and add in clubs, theme days, service learning, maker space fun, STEM, leadership opportunities, and special events!
Online registration is open on a first-come, first-serve basis. Summer Kids & Company schedule changes will be free until the deadline of May 15th.
Locations
Alice Smith Elementary
801 Minnetonka Mills Road
Hopkins, MN 55343
Gatewood Elementary
14900 Gatewood Drive
Minnetonka, MN 55345
L.H. Tanglen Elementary
10901 Hillside Lane
Minnetonka, MN 55305
Meadowbrook Elementary
5430 Glenwood Avenue
Golden Valley, MN 55422
Days & Times
Monday-Friday
June 15-August 18, 2023
7 a.m.-6 p.m.
(Closed Tuesday, July 4, 2023 and Monday, June 19, 2023)
Come every day throughout summer, Monday-Friday, or for as few as 10 days to fit around your summer activities.
Summer 2023 Rates
- 10-44 days: $50/day
- Add a day: $56/day
Limited fee assistance is available for summer Kids & Company. Please contact ResourceWest for details:
- Spanish or English: 952-322-0882
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Somali or English: 952-322-0357
Royal Learning Academy: Grades 1- 5
Join us at Royal Learning Academy!
Classes are taught by licensed teachers and are designed to support academic and social skills in a fun atmosphere. Our goal is to provide a program that enhances student engagement, creates meaningful experiences, builds relationships, and supports students’ academic goals. The curriculum is well thought out and designed to meet the academic needs of your student. Student voice (and choice) is an important aspect of engaged learning. Scholars are required to attend 6 full weeks. Funding for your child’s participation is provided by the State of Minnesota’s Targeted Services program. Participation is optional and at the discretion of parents. Please confirm enrollment as soon as possible as classes fill quickly! Scholars must qualify for Royal Learning Academy and must have been invited.
Registration for summer 2023 Royal Learning Academy opens February 20, 2023 at 6pm.
Location
Eisenhower Elementary
Enter in Door A
1001 Hwy. 7
Hopkins, MN 55305
Transportation
Transportation is available at pre-selected bus stop locations. Please choose your closest stop during registration.
Days & Times
Monday-Friday
June 20-July 28, 2023
No program June 19 and July 4.
Drop off starts at 8:45 a.m.
Pick up by 4:00 p.m.
All pick ups and drop offs should be made at Door A.
Meals
Breakfast and lunch will be provided by Hopkins School Nutrition. Registration for breakfast or lunch is not required. Parents and Guardians should see the School Nutrition website for the meal calendar.
Need help registering for Royal Learning Academy?
If you need help registering your child for Royal Learning Academy or have any questions, please call 952-988-4070.
Si necesita ayuda en español para registrar a su hijo(a) en Royal Learning Academy, favor de llamar a Elisa Dorfman al 952-988-4211 o enviarle un correo electrónico a Elisa.Dorfman@HopkinsSchools.org.
Haddii add ubaahan tahay caawimaad of Soomaali oo kuu sahlaysa diiwaangelinka Royal Learning Academy, Fadlan La Hiriir Deeqa Barkhadle telefoonka No 952-988-4069 ama email udir Deeqa.Barkhadle@HopkinsSchools.org.
Yog tias koj xav tau kev pab cuv npe rau Royal Learning Academy, lawm ntawv thaum lub caij ntuj sov, hu rau Panou Xiong xov tooj 612-282-2632 los nws tus email Panou.Xiong@HopkinsSchools.org.
Secondary Options
- BLinK: Grades 5-7
- Freedom School: Grades 7-9
- AVID Summer Bridge: Grades 8-9
- High School Credit Recovery
- Teen Activities
BLinK: Grades 5-7
BLinK
About BLinK
BLinK (Building Leadership in Kids) is a summer program specially designed for youth entering grades 5-7. Join BLinK for challenge activities, open gym, recreation room, service learning projects, and leadership opportunities — all designed with the tween in mind!
Online registration opens Monday, February 13, 2023 at 6 p.m., on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Location
North Middle School
10700 Cedar Lake Road
Minnetonka, MN 55305
Days & Times
Monday-Friday
June 15-August 18, 2023
7 a.m.-6 p.m.
(Closed Tuesday, July 4 and Monday, June 19, 2023)
Join us every day throughout the summer or for as few as 10 days that fit around your summer schedule.
2023 Rates
- 10-44 days: $50/day
- Add a day: $56/day
Questions about BLinK? Contact Kim Feist at
952-988-5316 or email
Kim.Feist@HopkinsSchools.org.
Freedom School: Grades 7-9
CDF Freedom Schools is a program that focuses on providing scholars with a “healthy start, a fair start, a safe start and a moral start in life and a successful passage to adulthood with the help of caring families and communities” - CDF Freedom Schools. Freedom School will provide a summer of research based and multi-cultural curriculum for scholars entering grades 7-9 and their families. The five essential components of the program are enrichment, parent and family involvement, civic engagement, and social action. Families are committed to participate in the CDF Freedom School summer program, also commit to weekly Parent Empowerment sessions as well, where we connect as a community and support each other while meeting the needs of our scholars.
enrollment form
AVID Summer Bridge: Grades 8-9
AVID Summer Bridge is for current 8th grade AVID students as well as new students accepted to the 9th AVID elective class in the upcoming school year. This three-week experience builds the family community that makes AVID so successful, as well as the AVID skills and academic expectations the students will encounter next school year. Students get an exposure and practice with content in Math, Science, and Language Acquisition to help them start the next school year off on the right foot.
To enroll, please contact Matt Kappel at Matt.Kappel@HopkinsSchools.org.
High School Credit Recovery
With class offerings that support scholar graduation requirements. Scholars will experience learning through a variety of models which includes on and off campus experiences.
For enrollment information, please contact Lorenzo Farley at Lorenzo.Farley@HopkinsSchools.org.
Teen Activities
Our teen summer program encourages greater independence and character development as they meet new friends, develop new skills, and explore their passions. Teens will discover new talents and connect with friends in safe and inclusive spaces.
Teen opportunities include:
- Sports options including swimming and football camps.
- Middle school cooking, pottery, and chess classes.
- Drivers Education classes throughout the summer to build safe and responsible teen drivers.
Registration for summer 2023 will open on February 9 at 8pm.