Summer 2023: Keep learning, keep growing!

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Check out this roundup of local opportunities this summer from Marion Community Schools and our community partners!

The following summer 2023 programs are open to Marion Community Schools students at no cost unless otherwise stated.

>> We will add information as details are finalized for more offerings!


Summer meals

  • Summer Food Program at Marion Community Schools: Starts May 30. Click here for details.
     

  • Second Harvest Food Bank Monthly Tailgate Giveaways are ongoing. Details for each month are available on their Facebook page.
     

Academics / Summer Reading & more

Marion Community Schools

  • MCS summer classes:

     

    • Giant Summer Academy (incoming first- through eighth-graders), click here.
       
    • MJH Master Student Training Program (incoming seventh- and eighth-graders), click here.
       
    • Giants Robotics Summer Camp (incoming third- through sixth-graders), click here 
       
    • Summer STEM Camp (incoming first- through fourth-graders), click here
       
    • MHS summer session, click here. 

       
  • Have you reviewed and verified your enrollment information for the 2023-24 school year? If no, click here and do so ASAP!
     

Marion Public Library

(located at 600 S. Washington St. - open to anyone, not exclusively MCS students)

Ivy Tech Community College

(located at 261 Commerce Dr. - open to anyone, not exclusively MCS students)

  • Free summer courses for high schoolers: Make your college goals a reality this summer! Seats are limited, so sign up ASAP! Classes start June 6. Click here for details.
     

The Training Center

(located at 2011 W. 10th St. - open to anyone, not exclusively MCS students)

  • Summer Blast: Project-based learning in STEM, research, cooking, crafts, and more, Monday through Thursday, June 12 through July 20; grades K-8; for more information or to enroll, contact The Training Center at 765-573-4599 or trainingcentermarion@gmail.com.
     

Indiana Wesleyan University

(open to anyone, not exclusively MCS students)

  • Summer Writing Camp: For incoming 9th- through 12th-graders, along with members of the Class of 2023; fees apply. Residential week-long camp June 25-30 that includes various creative writing workshop experiences, along with interaction with other Wildcat Summer Academy camps on IWU campus. Register by May 31 to save $50. Click here for details.
     
  • Summer Nursing Camp: For incoming 9th- through 12th-graders, along with members of the Class of 2023; fees apply. Residential week-long camp June 25-30 that includes CPR certification and various other hands-on nursing-related experiences, along with interaction with other Wildcat Summer Academy camps on IWU campus. Register by May 31 to save $50. Click here for details.
     
  • Summer Forensic Science Camp: For incoming 9th- through 12th-graders, along with members of the Class of 2023; fees apply. Residential week-long camp June 25-30 that includes hands-on investigative activities, along with interaction with other Wildcat Summer Academy camps on IWU campus. Register by May 31 to save $50. Click here for details.
     
  • Summer Computer Science Camp: Learning Python through game development. For incoming 9th- through 12th-graders, along with members of the Class of 2023; fees apply. Residential week-long camp June 25-30 that includes hands-on programming, along with interaction with other Wildcat Summer Academy camps on IWU campus. Register by May 31 to save $50. Click here for details.
     
  • Summer Engineering Camp - The Collaborative Robot: For incoming 9th- through 12th-graders, along with members of the Class of 2023; fees apply. Residential week-long camp June 25-30 that includes hands-on experience working with industrial-grade robots, along with interaction with other Wildcat Summer Academy camps on IWU campus. Register by May 31 to save $50. Click here for details.
     

Taylor University

(open to anyone, not exclusively MCS students)

Arts / Music / Entertainment

Marion High School

  • The Marching Giants practice throughout the summer. Contact Band Director Josh Huff, jhuff@marion.k12.in.us, with questions. They will also be competing on the summer circuit; see the MHS web calendar for dates.
     

Marion Community School of the Arts

(located at 305 S. Washington St. - open to anyone, not exclusively MCS students)

  • Offerings include art, stage, dance, and more; July 10 through August 10, for various ages and various fees (scholarship applications available through June 1); open to anyone (not exclusively MCS students). Click here for class list/registration.
     

Marion Public Library

(located at 600 S. Washington St. - open to anyone, not exclusively MCS students)

Indiana Wesleyan University

(open to anyone, not exclusively MCS students)

  • Summer Art Camp: For incoming 9th- through 12th-graders, along with members of the Class of 2023; fees apply. Residential week-long camp June 25-30 that includes hands-on, intensive artistic work in various mediums, critical feedback, along with interaction with other Wildcat Summer Academy camps on IWU campus. Register by May 31 to save $50. Click here for details.
     
  • Summer Musical Theatre Camp: For incoming 9th- through 12th-graders, along with members of the Class of 2023; fees apply. Residential week-long camp June 25-30 that includes various hands-on musical theatre experiences, along with interaction with other Wildcat Summer Academy camps on IWU campus. Register by May 31 to save $50. Click here for details.
     
  • Summer Multimedia Production Camp: For incoming 9th- through 12th-graders, along with members of the Class of 2023; fees apply. Residential week-long camp June 25-30 that includes various hands-on media experiences, along with interaction with other Wildcat Summer Academy camps on IWU campus. Register by May 31 to save $50. Click here for details.
     

Taylor University

(open to anyone, not exclusively MCS students)

Grant County Family YMCA

(located at 123 Sutter Way - open to anyone, not exclusively MCS students) 

  • Art Camp: For ages 3 and up; 6 to 7 p.m. June 19-21 at the YMCA; fees apply. Registration information will be provided by the YMCA, watch their website or Facebook page for more details. Email brookec@grantcountyymca.org with questions.

 

Athletics / Recreation / Well-being / Fun

Marion High School

The following MHS activities are open to all incoming 9th- through 12th-graders at MHS unless otherwise noted.

  • Marion Giants Swim Club: Runs May 15 through July 15. Fees apply (scholarships available). Click here for more information.
     

  • Marion Youth Football: Camps (K-6) and workouts (1-6). Click here for more information.
     

  • Summer tennis: Incoming 7th- through 12th-graders; Monday through Thursday, May 30 through July 28 (excluding July 3-7). Click fore more information. 
     

  • Summer girls basketball: For incoming 6th- through 12th-graders interested in playing on the MJH or MHS teams next year. Starts May 30. Click here for details.
     

  • We will post more information from other teams when it is available!
     

Boys & Girls Club

(located at 3402 S. Meridian St. - open to anyone, not exclusively MCS students) 

  • Summer program: Ages 6-18; fees apply; 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. June 5 through July 28; meals, activities, field trips. Register by May 25; call 765-664-6141 with questions. 
     

The Wellness Center

(located at 4411 S. Adams St. - open to anyone, not exclusively MCS students)

Marion Public Library

(located at 600 S. Washington St. - open to anyone, not exclusively MCS students)

Lark's Song

(located at 401 S. Washington St. - open to anyone, not exclusively MCS students)

Indiana Wesleyan University

(open to anyone, not exclusively MCS students) 

  • IWU Wildcats - various athletic camps: Grades vary (options typically available for K-12); fees apply. Various dates throughout the summer. Click here for more information. 
     
  • Urban Farming - From Field to Fork: For incoming 9th- through 12th-graders, along with members of the Class of 2023; fees apply. Residential week-long camp June 25-30 that includes various hands-on experiences on a two-acre diversified urban farm, along with interaction with other Wildcat Summer Academy camps on IWU campus. Register by May 31 to save $50. Click here for more information.
     

Grant County Family YMCA

(located at 123 Sutter Way - open to anyone, not exclusively MCS students) 

  • Marion Milers: For ages 2-18; free; June 13, June 27, July 11, July 25. Click here for more information.
     
  • Y-Kids Club Summer Day Camp: For preschoolers through 7th grade; arts and crafts, active games, swimming, and field trips every week; May 30 through Aug. 4.Registration information will be provided by the YMCA, watch their website or Facebook page for more details. Email peggyd@grantcountyymca.org with questions.
     
  • Soccer Camp: For ages 6 and up; 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. July 10-14 at the YMCA; fees apply. Registration information will be provided by the YMCA, watch their website or Facebook page for more details. Email brookec@grantcountyymca.org with questions.
     
  • Basketball Camp: For ages 6 and up; 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. July 17-20 at the YMCA; fees apply. Registration information will be provided by the YMCA, watch their website or Facebook page for more details. Email brookec@grantcountyymca.org with questions.

 

Other regional opportunities

Purdue Fort Wayne

Ball State University

IUPUI

  • School of Engineering & Technology
  • Girls STEM Institute
    • Summer program for girls of color in grades 3-12, day camp, deadline is May 13 but space is limited so apply early; 2023 info not yet available? 
  • Other summer camps: Click for details
     

Purdue University

  • Summer College for High School Students program, mix of online and on-campus offerings in June and July; on-campus classes carry college credit; there are also (non-credit) online courses.
     
  • Interested in studying business? Check out Purdue University's Business Opportunity Program (BOP) Future Scholars Camp for rising high school seniors. You must have a GPA of at least 3.3. There is no cost to attend for students who are selected! During this camp set for July 9 through 15, participants will discover career options related to functional areas of business, boost skill sets in leadership and teamwork, learn about Purdue's Krannert School of Management, and network with alumni. Attend the week-long camp and leave with new skills and knowledge that will impact your life for years to come. Your on-campus experience will be packed with opportunities to meet business leaders, future classmates, and more. See Mrs. Pearcy in Student Services if you have questions. Click here for more information.
     

Indiana University

University of Notre Dame