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NCMC ANNOUNCES 2026 SUMMER LEARNING ACADEMY FOR KIDS LINEUP
NCMC ANNOUNCES 2026 SUMMER LEARNING ACADEMY FOR KIDS LINEUP
PETOSKEY, Mich. — North Central Michigan College’s Summer Learning Academy returns this year with an exciting lineup of hands-on, interactive programs designed to inspire young minds. Running from June 22—August 20, the nine-week academy offers engaging learning experiences for students entering grades 3— 5 through 6— 8. With morning (9 a.m. – 12 p.m.) and afternoon (1 – 4 p.m.) sessions available, children can explore topics like robotics, art, nature, music, and babysitting certification. New classes this year include French, Spanish, American Sign Language (ASL), and animation.
All classes take place on North Central’s Petoskey campus, providing a dynamic learning environment with access to college facilities.
Program Details and Registration
- Cost: $99 per session (includes four days of instruction and class supplies)
- Scholarships: Available to eligible students
Class space is limited, and some sessions are filling quickly. Check availability and register at https://bit.ly/NCMCSummerLearningAcademy
Summer Learning Academy Class Offerings
Morning (9 a.m.)/Afternoon (1 p.m.) Offerings for Children Entering Grades 3—5:
- Magic and More/Junior Gardeners Club
- Guitar Adventures/Future Stars Acting Class; French (Week 1 of 4)
- LEGO Robotics/French (Week 2 of 4)
- Move Calm, Feel Strong/French (Week 3 of 4)
- Karate for Kids; Kids in the Kitchen/Nature Exploration Through Art; French (Week 4 of 4)
- Theatre for Everyone/LEGO Robotics
- Exploring the World of Textiles/Active Adventures
- Folk Dances/Spanish
- Jr. Sleuth’s Crime Lab/Introduction to Animation
Morning (9 a.m.)/Afternoon (1 p.m.) Offerings for Children Entering Grades 6—8:
- Junior Gardeners Club/All About Art
- American Sign Language; French (Week 1 of 4)/Guitar Adventures
- French (Week 2 of 4)/LEGO Robotics
- French (Week 3 of 4)/Move Calm, Feel Strong
- Nature Exploration Through Art; French (Week 4 of 4)/Karate for Kids; Advanced Kids in the Kitchen
- LEGO Robotics/Theatre for Everyone
- Active Adventures/Exploring the World of Textiles
- Babysitting Certification with CPR plus Spanish/Folk Dances
- Introduction to Animation/Jr. Sleuth’s Crime Lab
For complete course descriptions and to secure a spot, visit: https://bit.ly/NCMCSummerLearningAcademy
About North Central Michigan College:
North Central Michigan College is an open-door community college based in Petoskey with additional offerings in Cheboygan, Gaylord, and online. North Central’s mission is to provide exceptional, accessible, relevant higher education to the benefit of all. An Achieving the Dream Leader College with a designation of Veteran Friendly Gold by the Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency, North Central is a member of the National Junior College Athletic Association and the Michigan Community College Athletic Association. Learn more at www.ncmich.edu.
Young learners enjoy interactive activities at North Central Michigan College’s Summer Learning Academy, where hands-on exploration and fun go hand in hand. Registration is now open for the 2026 program.
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