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▌ Community/Rec Center · Ages 11–14

Summer Rising 2026 (Grades 6-8)

Various locations throughout NYC

Summer Rising offers free, full-day, in-person summer programs for NYC students in grades K-12, combining academics with recreational activities.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the official NYC Department of Education website for 'Summer Rising,' a free summer program for K-12 students. It is not a standalone camp but a city-wide initiative combining academic support with recreational activities. The program is offered in partnership with community-based organizations (CBOs) and is full-day and in-person. The website mentions that all staff working with children undergo background checks. As a government-run program, it is not accredited by the ACA. The site does not list specific staff ratios or a founder's name for a singular camp. The Facebook handle for NYC Public Schools is 'NYCschools'. Google reviews for 'Summer Rising' generally reflect positive experiences regarding the free nature and variety of activities, though some parents note inconsistencies in program quality depending on the specific CBO site. The program is clearly a day program.
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Who thrives here Ages 11–14

Summer Rising 2026 (Grades 6-8) is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. community/rec center programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
School program
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Community/Rec Center
  • Ages: 11–14
  • Hours: 8 AM to 6 PM
  • Address: 52 Chambers St, New York, NY 10007
  • Phone: (212) 374-0200

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Summer Rising 2026 (Grades 6-8)

What ages does Summer Rising 2026 (Grades 6-8) accept?
Summer Rising 2026 (Grades 6-8) is open to children ages 11–14. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
What are Summer Rising 2026 (Grades 6-8)'s hours?
Summer Rising 2026 (Grades 6-8) runs 8 AM to 6 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Summer Rising 2026 (Grades 6-8)?
Summer Rising 2026 (Grades 6-8) is operated by a school program. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Summer Rising 2026 (Grades 6-8) provide lunch?
Summer Rising 2026 (Grades 6-8) does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
How does Summer Rising 2026 (Grades 6-8) compare to other community/rec center camps in New York?
Summer Rising 2026 (Grades 6-8) is one of 51 community/rec center camps in New York that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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