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Summer 2026 Programming

Bccs opens 2026 summer programming registration: From child care to credit recovery, spend the summer with us!

 

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Early childhood screening appointments

An Early Childhood Screening is a Free and simple check of how your child is growing, developing and learning. A child may be screened between the ages of 3 and the start of kindergarten as required by the State of Minnesota. The Early Childhood Screenings include vision and hearing checks, height & weight checks, large and fine motor skills, as well as social and emotional development.

  • Age group: 3 - 5 years Old (Includes Students Enter Kindergarten)
  • Location: Early Learning at Brooklyn Center Elementary
  • Appointments Dates & Time: Availability is by appointment only
  • Cost: Free
  • What to bring to your appointment: A copy of Birth Certificate & Immunization Record
  • How to schedule a visit: Please call us at 763-561-4480 (opt. 5) or email us at earlylearning@bccs286.org schedule an appointment with our Early Learning office this summer.
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STEP 

STEP offers daily academic and enrichment opportunities. Licensed teachers, qualified youth program staff, and community partners will work with students to help them identify their interests and strengths and develop their academic skills. Students will be able to self-select clubs of interest from such areas as physical activity, music and arts, STEAM, and more. 

  • Age group: Students entering grades 1-5 in Fall 2026

  • Eligibility:  Students must be enrolled in BCCS to participate.

  • Location: Brooklyn Center Elementary

  • Program Dates: June 15 - July 23, 2026 (Mondays - Thursdays)
  • Program Time: 8:30am - 1:00pm
  • Cost: Free
  • Transportation: Provided to those who qualify.
  • Breakfast, lunch and snacks: Provided to all participants.
  • Registration: Click here to register!
  • Contact Information: DeMyko Fuller, Community Schools Site Coordinator, dfuller@bccs286.org (763)-561-4480 x2123 

This initiative is made possible with a grant from the Minnesota Department of Education (MDE) using federal 21st Century Community Learning Centers funding. Neither, MDE nor the U.S. Department of Education endorses the program or its services.

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LEAP

LEAP offers exciting enrichment activities in such areas as arts, entrepreneurship, youth leadership, physical activity, STEM, and more! Middle schoolers will also have time to gain skills in reading and math. The program is led by licensed teachers and qualified youth program staff. 

  • Age Group: Students entering grades 6-12 in Fall 2026
  • Eligibility: Participants must be enrolled in BCCS to participate.
  • Location: Brooklyn Center Middle & High School 
  • Program Dates: June 15 - July 23, 2026 (Mondays - Thursdays)
  • Program Time: 8:45am-1:15pm
  • Cost: Free
  • Transportation: Provided for those who qualify.
  • Breakfast and Lunch: Provided to all participants.
  • Registration: Click here to register!
  • Contact Information: Toni Edwards, Community Schools Site Coordinator, tedwards@bccs286.org or (763) 561-2120 x2105 

This initiative is made possible with a grant from the Minnesota Department of Education (MDE) using federal 21st Century Community Learning Centers funding. Neither, MDE nor the U.S. Department of Education endorses the program or its services.

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Credit Recovery Courses

This summer, Credit Recovery sessions will be offered to help students earn the necessary academic credits. In partnership with Insight Online School of Minnesota, courses are offered virtually. On-site study hall, meals, and transportation are offered to interested students. Students can also register for LEAP and participate in field trips and afternoon enrichment courses as a part of this opportunity.

  • Age Group: Students entering grades 10-12 in Fall 2026. 
  • Eligibility: Students must be enrolled at BCCS to participate.
  • Program Dates: June 15 - July 23, 2026
  • Program Time: Times may vary (On-site Study Hall Hours 8:45am-1:15pm)
  • Cost: Free
  • Transportation: Provided for those who qualify.
  • Breakfast and Lunch: Provided to all participants.
  • Registration: Click here to register. In addition to your registration, students should work directly with their school guidance counselor to determine their course needs and complete their enrollment in summer credit recovery courses.
  • Contact Information: Yazmin Guzman Gonzalez, Community Schools Site Coordinator at yguzmangonzalez@bccs286.org or 763-272-8409.
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Centaur Plus

Our fee-based childcare program provides fun and engaging activities for school-age children during after-school, non-school days, and summer.

  • Age Group: Students entering grades PreK-5 in Fall 2026
  • Location: Brooklyn Center Elementary
  • Program Dates: June 9 - August 21, 2026 (Mondays - Fridays)
  • Times: 7:30am - 4:00pm
  • Transportation: Not provided
  • Breakfast and Lunch: Provided daily
  • Cost: $31 per day
  • Registration: Click here to register.
  • Contact Information: If you have questions about this program, please reach out to childcareprograms@bccs286.org. 
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Special Education Extended School Year (ESY)

Extended school year services are required by the State of Minnesota for students with disabilities to attain and maintain skills identified in annual goals and in order to provide a free, appropriate public education. Elementary ESY integrates with STEP to provide ESY services and enrichment opportunities. Secondary ESY integrates with LEAP to provide ESY services and enrichment opportunities. ESY often does not address all of the IEP services on a student’s IEP, but only those IEP goals for which a student qualifies for ESY services. A student must be determined eligible for ESY through the IEP team process. 


  • Age Group: ESY provides programs for current ECSE students ages 3-5, Grades K-5, Grades 6-12.

  • Eligibility: Students are eligible for ESY based on the IEP Team’s decision
  • Locations
    • ESY - ECSE: Brooklyn Center Elementary
    • ESY - Grades K-5: Brooklyn Center Elementary
    • ESY - Grades 6-12: Brooklyn Center Middle and High
    • ESY - Grades 7-12 (Insight Online): Virtual through Insight Online
  • Program Dates: June 15 - July 9, 2026 (Mondays-Thursdays)
  • Program Times
    • ESY - ECSE: 8:30am - 11:00am
    • ESY - Grades K-5: 8:30am - 1:00pm
    • ESY - Grades 6-12: 8:45am-1:15pm
    • ESY - Grades 7-12 (Insight Online): Will be scheduled during typical school day timeframes with the ESY Special Education teacher based on the services identified in the IEP.
  • Cost: Free
  • Transportation: Provided to eligible students.
  • Breakfast and Lunch: Provided to in-person students. 
  • Registration: Complete registration form mailed home to eligible students. Family letters will be sent home in April, requiring a response to participate by May 15, 2026.
  • Contact Information: Suzanne Schlichte, Special Services Manager  sschlichte@bccs286.org