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Summer Program FAQs

The Extended Day Program operates before and after summer school classes at each summer school site for students who are enrolled in summer school. The programs open each day before summer school at 7 a.m. and upon summer school dismissal, until 6 p.m. The children are offered a wide range of supervised, asset-building activities and events, including field trips and swimming. School year staff, including supervisors, operate the summer programs.

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Students must be enrolled in an Arlington summer school program.
  • Students must meet the age eligibility for their school program by September 30.
  • Custodial Parent(s)/Guardian(s) must be employed, in school, or incapacitated.

Summer Registration:

  • Registration is required annually.
  • The annual registration fee ($40 1st child, $30 each sibling) also covers the upcoming school year program.
  • Students receive Extended Day services at their summer school location.

Registration Process:

Summer Extended Day registration is separate from school year registration.

  • Assistance is available in the Extended Day Central Office, Mon.– Fri. until 4:30 p.m.
  • If you do not have the student’s ID number, please contact the Extended Day Central Office at extended.day@apsva.us for assistance.
  • The registration process is not complete until you have received confirmation of enrollment from the Extended Day Central Office.

Summer Payments:

  • Summer fees must be paid by close of business on July 1st and may be made using the options detailed on our Payment Information webpage.

Summer School Program FAQ

How do I register for the summer program?

Registration for the summer program and the school year program is conducted online and begins in the spring.  Families new to Extended Day can request a new family account using our New Family Account Request form. Families with children already in Extended Day will need to add siblings new to APS to their existing Extended Day family account online at https://aps.schoolcareworks.com/reg_aps/start_registration.jsp.

Does my child have to be enrolled in summer school to participate in Extended Day Summer Program?

Yes

Are there wailtists for Summer School Extended Day?

No.

What do kids do during the summer program?

Children participate in a wide variety of activities, including games, art, drama, cooking, science, literacy, recreation and other projects and events. The summer program has a camp atmosphere and includes field trips and swimming.