Summer Opportunities
Summer School
- Elementary Summer School
- Middle School Math & Reading Camp
- Middle School Credit Recovery
- High School EOC/STAAR Summer Boot Camp
- High School EOC/STAAR Summer Administration
- High School - Credit Recovery
- High School - Original Credit
Elementary Summer School
Registration is now closed.
2024 Summer Reading & Math Camps
Grades 3-5
June 10-14 (M-F)
This summer, students will be identified to attend Elementary Summer Reading & Math Camps based on a collection of data. We believe students who are invited would benefit from additional in-person instruction and practice opportunities. These camps will focus on solidifying key concepts and will help to accelerate instruction to prepare your child for success during the 2024-2025 school year.
Summer Reading and Math Camps will be held June 10-14th (Mon-Fri). Students will attend for 3 hours each day (or all day if they need both math and reading).
Transportation will be provided for those who qualify and this camp is offered FREE OF CHARGE for all invited students.
Summer Reading & Math Camp Locations:
Beck, Cox, Lakeview, Roanoke at Roanoke
Nance, Berkshire at Berkshire
Carter and Haslet at Haslet
Daniel, Lance at Lance Thompson
Love, Hatfield, and Justin at Justin
Curtis and Peterson at Peterson
Seven Hills and Prairie View at Prairie View
Schluter at Schluter
Hughes at Hughes
Granger at Granger
JCT at J.C. Thompson
Sendera Ranch at Sendera Ranch
(Students zoned to attend the new Perrin Elementary next year will attend summer camp at their current 2023-2024 campus.)
Middle School Math & Reading Camp
Registration is now closed.
2024 Middle School
Summer Reading & Math Camps
Grades 6-8
June 10-14 (M-F)
This summer, students have been identified to attend Middle School Summer Reading & Math Camps based on a collection of data. We believe students who are invited would benefit from additional in person instruction and practice opportunities. These camps will focus on solidifying key concepts and will help to accelerate instruction to prepare your child for success during the 2024-2025 school year.
Summer Reading and Math Camps will be held June 10-14th (Mon-Fri). Students will attend 3 hours each day (or all day if they need both Math and Reading) at the middle school campus they attended during the 2023-24 school year, except for the changes below.
Transportation will be provided for those who qualify and this camp is offered FREE OF CHARGE for all invited students.
Summer Reading & Math Camp Locations:
Chisholm Trail at Chisholm Trail
Adams at Adams
Wilson at Wilson
Pike and Worthington at Worthington
Tidwell at Byron Nelson
Medlin at Byron Nelson
Middle School Credit Recovery
Registration is now closed.*
*Note: Current Summer School Students:
To enroll in another course, reach out to your case manager or summer counselor for the registration link.
2024 Middle School Credit Recovery
Grades 6-8
June 4 - 27
Middle School students who have failed two or more core courses (English, Math, Science and Social Studies) for the year are able to meet NISD promotion requirements by successful completion of summer school. The course(s) are online and self-paced, with teachers who closely monitor student progress and assist students as needed. Summer school grades will be awarded as a P (Pass) or F (Fail). To earn a P (Pass), students must complete 100% of the course and have at least a 70% average. All credit recovery work will be completed online.
For further information on promotion, retention, and credit, see the Secondary Grading Guidelines.
Cost
$50 ($25 for Free and Reduced) - Non-refundable once a student has started a course.
High School EOC/STAAR Summer Boot Camp
Registration is now closed.*
2024 High School EOC/STAAR Summer Camp
June 10-14 (M-F)
This summer, students have been identified to preregister for High School EOC/STAAR Summer Camps based on a collection of data. We believe students who are invited would benefit from additional in person instruction and practice opportunities. Spring EOC/STAAR data will be received in the district May 24th. If your student passes their spring EOC/STAAR exams, they will no longer need to participate in the High School EOC/STAAR Summer Camp opportunity. These camps will focus on solidifying key concepts and will help to accelerate instruction to prepare your child to take the summer EOC/STAAR administration June 17, 18, 20, 2024. When spring EOC/STAAR scores are received by the district on May 24th, we will dismiss any student from the High School EOC/STAAR Summer Camp for the course they passed.
High School EOC/STAAR Summer Camps will be held June 10-14th (Mon-Fri). Students will attend 3 hours each day (or all day if in need of support on two courses). Transportation will be provided for those who qualify for bus services and this camp is offered FREE OF CHARGE for all invited students.
Locations:
Byron Nelson at Byron Nelson
Eaton at Adams MS
NHS at Special Programs Center (Haslet)
Steele at their local zoned high school (Home Campus)
High School EOC/STAAR Summer Administration
2024 EOC/STAAR Summer Administration
June 17: English and US History
June 18: Algebra 1 and English II
June 20: Biology and other make-up exams
High school students who need to retake an End-of-Course (EOC Exam) may do so this summer. The English I and US History retakes will be offered June 17. The Algebra I and English II retakes will be offered June 18. The Biology retake and other make-up exams will be offered June 20.
EOC/STAAR Summer Administration will take place at Adams Middle School for Eaton students, at Byron Nelson High School for Byron students and at the Legacy Learning Center for Northwest students. Steele students who need to retake an EOC Exam can do so at the comprehensive high school they would be zoned for.
Registration will take place after spring EOC/STAAR scores are received in the district in May.
High School - Credit Recovery
Registration is now closed.*
*Note: Current Summer School Students:
To enroll in another course, reach out to your case manager or summer counselor for the registration link.
2024 High School Credit Recovery
Session 1:
June 4 - 27, 2024
Must register by June 5
Session 2:
July 8 - 26, 2024
Must register by June 5
High School students who have failed a course and need to recover credit can enroll in summer school. The courses are online and self-paced, with teachers who closely monitor student progress and assist students as needed.
All semester exams will be taken in a supervised setting at the student’s high school campus.
Students enrolled in Credit Recovery will work from home in an online setting. All coursework and exams must be completed by the end of each summer school session. The initial semester course must be completed by June 27 and the second course by July 25. Students who do not complete their coursework by the district deadline will be required to start the course over. To gain credit for a full year’s course, students must complete both semesters of work. To receive credit for the course, students must complete 100% of the course and score at least 70% as an overall grade for each semester.
Credit recovery grades are awarded as P (Pass) or F (Fail). For further information on high school credits, see the Secondary Grading Guidelines.
Cost
$50 ($25 for Free and Reduced) - Non-refundable once a student has started a course.
High School - Original Credit
Registration is now closed.*
*Note: Current Summer School Students:
To enroll in another course, reach out to your case manager or summer counselor for the registration link.
2024 High School Original Credit
Session 1:
June 4 - 27, 2024
Must register by June 5
Session 2:
July 8 - 26, 2024
Must register by June 5
High school students (students who have completed 8th grade) who want to accelerate their learning can do so by taking online courses for original credit through a web-based curriculum. The coursework is online, and the student works independently in a self-paced format.
All semester exams will be taken in a supervised setting at the student’s high school campus.
The initial semester course must be completed by June 27, and the second course must be completed by July 25. Students who do not complete their coursework by the district deadline will be required to start the course over. Students are expected to complete online work regularly within the web-based program.
Grades in original credit are awarded a numeric grade and will be factored into the student’s GPA. Students need to meet with their counselor to verify that the course is needed and will be accepted as credit towards a student’s graduation plan. For further information on high school credits, see the Secondary Grading Guidelines.
Cost
$100 per .5 credit - ($50 for Free and Reduced) Non-refundable once a student has started a course.
Enrichment Opportunities
Camp Invention
2024 Camp Invention: Illuminate
Incoming Grades 1 - 6
Camp Invention is one week in the summer during which your child’s creativity, innovation, and problem-solving skills are challenged and developed in fun and exciting ways. Our top priority is to inspire future innovators and build their confidence in their natural ability to dream and create.
Middle school students are encouraged to enroll as Counselors-in-Training and high school students can apply to be Leadership Interns.
Explore!
Give your young innovator an inspiring, action-packed summer adventure! Exciting, hands-on challenges will spark curiosity and build their confidence as they jump into limitless STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) fun with opportunities to imagine, experiment and create.
- Innovation
- Persistence
- Problem Solving
- Creativity
8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
June 3 - 6 @ Lance Thompson Elementary (Camp Director: Lindsey Hart)
June 3 - 6 @ Haslet Elementary (Camp Director: Rachel Pruitt)
June 10 - 13 @ Lakeview Elementary (Camp Director: Caitlin Andrews)
June 10 - 13 @ Schluter Elementary (Camp Director: Jennifer Hammond)
COST $285
Camp Pursuit
2024 Camp Pursuit
For currently identified NISD GATES students only (Rising 1st - 8th)
Camp Pursuit is an engaging, academic day camp comprised of mixed-age, high-interest courses, topics and projects for students entering grades 1st-8th, taught by NuMinds-trained educators.
Students engage in intriguing and exciting STEAM topics to follow their passions. Our staff of fully-trained professionals teach what they're passionate about in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math.
July 8 - 11
Curtis Elementary
(Camp Director: Jennifer Casey)
Cost $300
DI Camp
2024 Creative Problem Solving (DI) Camp
Entering Grades 3-8 (2024-2025)
This camp welcomes both DI alum and newbies. The camp will offer sessions on the various components like prop building, repurposing materials for something new, instant challenges, and improv.
Visit the NISD's Online Payment Portal to register for this fun-filled day of DI! After paying, there will be a Google Form for parents to fill out that will complete registration.
We are happy to have volunteers help at camp. High School & College students who have participated in DI can earn volunteer hours and mentor upcoming competitive DI teams!
For more information, contact Camp Director Marcie Conrad
June 17-20
Hughes Elementary School
Cost $152
Jr. Chef Academy
Junior Chef Academy
Students Grades 4-7
Session 1: 8 a.m.-Noon, June 10-13
Session 2: 8 a.m.-Noon, June 17-20
Enroll your child in Aramark' s Jr. Chef Academy. Students will learn basic cooking skills and get hands on cooking experience. Each day students will cook an entree and a snack. After completing the academy, each student will receive a cookbook with all featured recipes.
Registration Deadline: May 22, 2024
Cost: $100
NOTE: Registration is not complete until the $100 registration is paid. Payment will be accepted by check or My School Bucks at www.myschoolbucks.com
Please send checks to your child's school with MEMO: Jr Chef Camp
Location: Byron Nelson High School Culinary Arts Room
Dress Code: Closed-toed shoes {tennis shoes), jeans, t-shirt. No tank tops, dresses, shorts or jewelry. Long hair must be tied back. Questions: If you have any questions, please contact Anthony Moore, Executive Chef, at
817-215-0035 or email moore-anthony1@aramark.com
Please contact Anthony Moore, executive chef, at
817-215-0035 or email moore-anthony1@aramark.com for more information.
TechnoCamp
Registration is now open for TechnoCamp 2024!
Incoming Grades 1-5
TechnoCamp offers students the opportunity to cultivate their creativity through fun, hands-on STEM based experiences. Students can choose to explore our SPIKE Robots, Drones, our new STEAM Camp, Minecraft EDU, VEXGO Robots, or participate in our fun and exciting QUEST Camp. All camps promote learning through designing, creating and engineering with technology and are sure to keep your young learner engaged this summer!
June 3-6 OR June 10-13, 2024
All camps are held at Kay Granger Elementary School
12771 Saratoga Springs | Fort Worth, TX 76244
Session Options:
AM - (9 a.m.-12 p.m.)
PM - (1-4 p.m.)
Camp repeats itself in the second week.
Questions?
Contact:
Rene Egle
regle@nisdtx.org
940-399-9467
More Information & Registration:
Athletics/Sports
Summer Camps/Clinics
Visit the Northwest ISD Athletics website for information on camps and clinics offered for:
- Volleyball
- Softball
- Tennis
- Football
- Baseball
- Soccer
- Wrestling
- Basketball
- Swimming
Northwest Narwhals/Swimming Team
Northwest Narwhals – 2024
North Texas Summer League
The Northwest Narwhals swimming team is a member of the North Texas Summer League. Our program is for Northwest ISD students ages 5-18 and offers a competitive format over a short period of time.
Parents Meeting:
- 6 pm - Friday, May 3, 2024 at the NISD Aquatic Center located at 1976 Texan; Justin, TX 76247.
- All prospective parents are encouraged to attend this meeting.
Requirements:
- 10 and under swimmers will need to be able swim 25 yards of the pool using the freestyle stroke while using side breathing.
- 11-18 swimmers will need to do the same while going 50 yards.
Tryouts:
- 7 – 9 pm, Friday - May 3 (NISD Aquatic Center)
- 4 – 6 pm, Friday - May 10 (NISD Aquatic Center)
- 2 – 4 p.m., Saturday, May 11 (NISD Aquatic Center)
Cost:
- $225 for each swimmer that qualifies for the team ($200 for NISD District Employees).
- No refunds after June 1, 2024.
- Cost includes all entry fees, an awesome tee-shirt, and a team swimming cap.
Contact:
Kristi Pottorff at Kpottorff@nisdtx.org
Fine Arts
Summer Musical Intensive
Annie Jr.
Eaton Theater's Musical Theater Intensive is back again this summer, offering an exciting opportunity for students in grades 6-12 to delve into the world of musical theater. Running annually from July through the first week of August, our intensive program provides a comprehensive exploration of the elements involved in producing a full-scale musical.
Rehearsal Dates:
July 8 - July 12 / July 15 - July 19 / July 22 - July 26 / July 29 - August 1
Rehearsal Times:
9 a.m.-4 p.m. with lunch from 12:30 p.m.-1 p.m.
Performance Dates:
August 2, August 3 and August 4
Performance Times:
7 p.m. August 2 and August 3
2 p.m. August 4
Cost: $350.00
Check out our Community Folder/Peachjar for additional summer opportunities.