Summer Learning Resources

Althoff Catholic High School Summer Camps – A series of themed summer camps that give elementary and middle school students opportunities to explore athletics, fine arts, academics, and leadership. 

American Camp Association Camp Finder (find.acacamps.org) – The official American Camp Association directory helping families find accredited day and overnight camps that meet high standards for safety, quality, and programming.  

Blueprint4 – A searchable platform that connects families and organizations to youth programs, camps, and enrichment opportunities with a focus on accessibility and community impact. 

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis Summer Camp – An affordable, structured summer camp program offering St. Louis–area youth a safe place for learning, recreation, field trips, and social-emotional development while school is out. 

Camp Manitowa – A for profit overnight and day camp in Southern Illinois offering outdoor adventure, leadership development, and confidence-building experiences in a supportive, community-centered environment. 

Camp Ondessonk – A Catholic youth camp in Southern Illinois offering faith-centered outdoor adventure programs, leadership development, and summer camp experiences. 

Christian Activity Center of East St. Louis – A community-based nonprofit providing year-round youth development, academic support, mentoring, and family-centered programs designed to help children and teens in East St. Louis thrive. They offer a summer program as well. 

DuBois Center – A camp and retreat center of the Illinois South Conference of the United Church of Christ providing outdoor education, summer camps, and spiritual retreat experiences. 

East St. Louis School District 189 Summer Programming – A district-led summer program offering East St. Louis students academic enrichment, credit recovery, enrichment activities, and supportive services designed to keep students engaged and learning while school is out. 

Gateway Region YMCA Summer Day Camp – YMCA-run summer day camps offering affordable, structured programs focused on youth development, physical activity, and social-emotional growth. 

Jackie Joyner-Kersee Foundation Summer Camp – A free or low-cost summer camp experience in East St. Louis that provides youth with academic enrichment, sports and wellness activities, character development, and mentorship in a safe, supportive environment. 

Kids Out and About St. Louis – An extensive online guide listing summer camps, events, and kid-friendly activities across the St. Louis metro area. 

St. Louis Magazine Summer Camp Guide – A curated seasonal guide highlighting a wide range of summer camps in the St. Louis region, including arts, sports, STEM, and specialty programs. 

St. Louis Parent Camp Guide – A family-friendly resource that helps parents explore local summer camps and enrichment opportunities tailored to different ages, interests, and schedules. 

Southwestern Illinois College Summer Children’s Programs – A series of hands-on, educational summer classes for children that blend learning and fun through themed experiences such as STEM, arts, culinary activities, and creative exploration.