District outlines summer learning plan, pauses Summer Explorers during construction

Dr. Sedick presented the district’s summer learning offerings for 2026, stressing a mix of in‑person and digital options while construction projects run across the district.

Key points: the district will use elementary buildings for summer day camp (June 15–July 31) with capacity for about 400 students across two sites; the in‑person Summer Explorers program is paused for summer 2026 but is expected to return in the 2026–27 school year once construction is complete. The curriculum department highlighted district subscriptions and partnerships — Exact Path (individualized practice tied to NWEA results), Discovery Education, TumbleBooks/TumbleMath, Camp Invention, multilingual support (K–10) and performing arts camp at the high school — as resources for families. Macomb ISD and Macomb Community College partnerships were cited for program offerings and career academies.

Board members asked about age ranges, staff involvement and whether programs are free; Dr. Sedick said some programs are grant funded, some are district‑supported, and staff participation will vary by program. He estimated a multi‑month onboarding for other district partnerships and said the district will monitor usage statistics for digital tools to inform future offerings.

Trustees and audience members were encouraged to review a district summer resources webpage and activity calendar; no formal action was required at the meeting.