The Putnam County School System hosts a four-week Summer Learning Camp for students entering grades 1-5, and Bridge Camp for students entering grades 6-8. The camps will runs in the month of June from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at no cost to families. These camps will primarily focus on reading, math, physical activity, STEAM and fun!

• Summer Learning Camp (current K-4th) will be Monday-Thursday from 8 a.m.- 3 p.m.

• Bridge Camp (current 5th-7th) will be Monday-Thursday from 8 a.m.- 3 p.m.

Deadline to apply TBD

If your child(ren) are currently enrolled in LEAPs/21st CCLC, they may participate in before and/or after camp childcare from 6:00 -8:00 a.m. and 3:00-6:00 p.m and 6 a.m. - 6 p.m. on Fridays. 

Need childcare for Friday?  If you are currently enrolled in LEAPs/21st CCLC, and SAC, you may participate in camp childcare from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.  For more information contact: 

• SAC office at 528-1847 (for currently participating families) 

• or for LEAPS, Brenda Hughett, at hughettb@pcsstn.com.

Breakfast, lunch and snacks will be served and transportation is provided if needed. 

Locations have not been determined for the summer 2023

School locations have not been determined for the 2023 camp. Check back in spring for more details! 

Who is teaching my children? All teachers are certified and support staff has been background checked. A school nurse will be on-site at each location. The teachers and staff are dedicated, enthusiastic, and able to serve as positive role models for campers. 

LEAPS 

For questions about LEAPS/21st CCLC, please contact Brenda Hughett at hughettb@pcsstn.com for more information. 

Who are the camps operated by?

The camps will be operated by the Putnam County School System. We will provide a fun and safe environment for every student as our certified teachers lead students in and out of the classroom. Professional staff, that has been background checked as well, will be serving at the camps. 

Will a nurse be on-site? 

Nurses will be on-site at each camp location. If your child needs to take medication during the day you will need to bring the medication to the location and sign it in with the nurse.  Prescription medications must be in a pharmacy bottle or packaging with a current label.  Over-the-counter medications must be in the original UNOPENED container. Students may not carry medications.  If you have signed in the medication you must pick the medication up at the end of the program.  No medication may be kept at any location over the summer.

Is lunch provided? 

Yes, breakfast, lunch and snacks will be provided at no charge.

Camp locations (These were 2022 summer camp locations and principals. 2023 locations have not been determined yet.) 

Summer Learning Camp Locations:

Burks Elementary School: Diana Cook, summer principal 
(Students who attend Burks Elementary) 

Park View Elementary: Casey Garrison, summer principal
(Students who attend Park View, Capshaw, Algood, Prescott South, and Northeast) 

Baxter Primary: Kathy Koughan, summer principal
(Students who attend Baxter Primary, Cornerstone, Sycamore, Cane Creek and Jere Whitson)

Bridge Camp Location:
Prescott South Middle School

Is there transportation? 

Yes, buses will be available to pick students up. Once the application is submitted, if you marked you need transportation, a camp representative will contact you. 

Is attendance taken? 

Yes, attendance is taken at the beginning of each day. We understand things happen, please call and let us know if your child will not be able to join us for the day. 

Is there before and after school care? 

If your child(ren) are currently enrolled in LEAPs/21st CCLC, they may participate in before and/or after camp childcare from 6:00 -8:00 a.m. and 3:00-6:00 p.m Monday through Thursday and 6 am- 6 pm on Fridays.

On Friday, SAC is also an option for currently participating families. Please contact the SAC office for more information at 528-1847. 

What if I need to pick my child up early or they need to go home with someone else?

This process will work much like school throughout the year. If a child is to be dismissed early, or go home with someone other than the designated person(s), parents/guardians must send a note or, in case of an emergency, must call the school the child is attending camp at. 

Drop Off and Pick Up? 

Drop off and pick up will happen like carline throughout the school year. Drop off and pick up will be at the front of the school unless otherwise noted or communicated. 

What to bring?

• Water bottle

• backpack for any items they need to bring home. 

**Make sure to label all items children bring with them. PCSS is not responsible for lost, stolen or damaged items. **