About the ConnectiKids Summer Program
Our summer program is theme based, with a variety of opportunities, practices, and activities used to provide high-quality content. Though the summer program theme changes yearly, there are five core elements that we maintain to ensure students are receiving an all-inclusive summer program.
Our five core focus areas are social and emotional development, academics, focusing on literacy and STEM, health and nutrition, outdoor and physical activities, and exploration of self and their community, thus making a connection to what they are learning.
The five central fundamentals of the program address the whole child, ensuring that they are strengthening their abilities to develop positive self-concepts. We also offer leadership and character development.
The ConnectiKids Summer Program exposes children to information, people, places, and situations while combining an ambitious curriculum of academics in the morning with an afternoon of exciting and enjoyable enrichment classes. The academic component of the program utilizes an integrated curriculum based on the program theme.
These experiences help students grow socially, define their identity, and understand their personal strengths, interests, and goals while contributing to increased school performance.
Summer Program Information
The ConnectiKids Summer Program runs for 5 weeks in July. Students in Grade 2-8 receive programming five days a week, Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Students take part in the Book Club from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m. After the students’ break for lunch, afternoon enrichment begins at 12:45 pm and ends at 3:30 pm. On Fridays, we have coordinated field trips related to the themed curriculum, wherein the students will use the skills learned in the classroom. ConnectiKids does not provide transportation during the summer program. $20 non-refundable registration fee is required. Free breakfast and lunch is provided.
Register for our Summer Program
The ConnectiKids Summer program runs during the month of July, Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with free breakfast and lunch provided. There is a $20 non-refundable registration fee, otherwise the program is free to Hartford and surrounding town students in grades 2-8 first come, first served. Summer registration is open!
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2025 Summer Program Theme
Slumberland – Anything is Possible
The 2025 Summer Program will ignite students’ imaginations and inspire them to chase their dreams, no matter how big they may seem. Through a combination of storytelling, career exploration, and hands-on learning, students will discover the boundless possibilities that await when they believe in themselves. The program has four segments: core-themed classes, outdoor activities, family engagements, and field trips. Every week brings a new core theme contributing to the summer’s primary focus.
During the morning portion, students participate in Book club. The book club will focus on overcoming obstacles, empowering youth, and the importance of self-belief. This summer’s books are The Wild Robot by Peter Brown, Fish in a Tree by Lynda Mullaly, and Wonder by R.J. Palacio. Our group reading sessions will enhance literacy and reading comprehension skills, while lesson plans bring these stories to life through interactive activities and thought-provoking discussions.
In the afternoon portion of the summer program, students will participate in activities that expose them to learning history, friendships, exploration, and much more. The four core afternoon classes offered will be, Engineer’s Imaginarium- This extraordinary blend will give students a unique opportunity to witness the the different styles of engineering from Electrical to Aerospace and fields in between.
The Magic Apron – The culinary arts class will introduce students to careers like being a chef, nutritionist, health inspector, and food stylist, showing them how food plays a vital role in culture, health, and creativity.
The Wonder Lab – Students will explore careers such as forensic scientist, astronomer, biochemist, and veterinarian, discovering how science impacts our daily lives and contributes to advances in technology and medicine.
Canvas of Possibilities – Students will discover creative careers such as painting, fashion design, cartoonist/comic artist, and jewelry maker, learning how artists use their talents to inspire and innovate.
Rhythms of Dreams – This class will introduce students to careers in movement, such as yoga instructor, athlete, dancer, and physical therapist, highlighting the importance of physical wellness and performance.
