Summer Rising programs are run by local school leaders and trusted community-based organizations in every neighborhood. All programs offer academic support, arts, recreation, and social-emotional support. Breakfast, lunch, and a snack are served to each student.

All New York City residents who are currently in grades K through 12 are eligible for Summer Rising programs. The application is expected to open in April 2022.

If your student is a New York City resident but does not attend a Department of Education (DOE) public school, you should apply to a program that is in your neighborhood.

More information, including instructions on program enrollment, will be available in April 2022. Families can also email summer@schools.nyc.gov with questions.

Learn more about the Summer Rising program.

Grades K through 8

Students in grades K-8 will have access to both academics and enrichment programming over the course of the day, including field trips, arts activities, and outdoor recreation. Programs will be full-day, in-person, and planned and operated collaboratively by school principals and community-based organizations. The environment will be safe and supportive with staff prepared to respond to children’s social and emotional needs. Breakfast and lunch will be served.

A typical day for students in grades K-8 will include a mix of academic support, social emotional learning, and enrichment activities. Academics will be provided by licensed teachers in the morning and enrichment will be led by community-based organization staff. Students with disabilities who may require additional supports to participate in programming , such as a paraprofessional, will receive those supports as needed. 

Children in DOE 3-K and pre-K who have an IEP that recommends an extended school year (12-month) special class program will participate in a summer program at an Extended School Year (ESY) or District 75 site.

High School

High school students participating in DOE programs will have a chance to make up previously failed courses and participate in academic enrichment, with academic and social emotional supports designed locally to meet the unique needs of older students. Students will also be able to engage in important career readiness opportunities, like the Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP). For more information about SYEP, visit the Youth Employment page.

A typical Summer 2022 day for a high school student may include summer work opportunities, retaking courses needed for graduation, and academic acceleration and enrichment.

Students with disabilities who may require additional supports to participate in programming, such as a paraprofessional, will receive those supports as needed.

Elementary School Students:

  • July 5 to August 19
  • Monday to Friday from 8 AM to 3 PM, followed by extended day enrichment until 6 PM

Middle School Students:

  • July 5 to August 12
  • Monday to Friday from 8 AM to 3 PM, followed by extended day enrichment until 6 PM

High School Students:

  • July 5 to August 12 
  • Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 1 PM (or an equivalent variation)

Students with 12-month IEPs:

  • District 75:
    • July 5 to August 12 
    • Monday to Friday, 8:10 AM to 2:40 PM (or similar 6.5-hour day)
  • Districts 1 - 32 and Extended School Year:
    • July 5 to August 12 
    • Monday to Friday, 8:10 AM to 2:10 PM (or similar 6-hour day)

You can get more information and assistance.

Online

Contact your school.

You can also email your questions to summer@schools.nyc.gov.

By Phone

Call 311 for assistance.

Parking is allowed in school zones when school is in recess. However, you should be aware that specific schools may be open on holidays and during summer vacations. Parking restrictions would remain in effect.

Parking restrictions remain in effect while schools are doing remote learning.

Also, when schools are open for summer sessions, teacher meetings, or similar activities, the parking regulations apply on such days, even if students aren't attending.

You should contact the specific school to verify that it's in recess.

To look up information for a public school, go to the School Finder page.