If you have kids at home, you’re probably already looking ahead to summer. Maybe you’ve had camps and swim lessons on the calendar for weeks (months?) — but what about some other opportunities that help them discover new interests and skills and keep them on track for the next school year and beyond?
“There’s research highlighting how young people can lose learning over the summer, as well as needing a break from the classroom,” says Karen Peterson, founder and chief executive officer of The Connectory, an online portal for out-of-school STEAM learning opportunities for kids. “Finding summer opportunities that mix fun with learning can address the summer learning loss and provide new experiences.”