Summer Programs

• April 1: Registration will open at osseoschools.arux.app
• April 20 at 11:59 p.m.: Lottery registration closes
• April 22: Lottery held

• Programming includes ECFE classes, Early Childhood Screening and more. 
• Dates: July 7-July 30 on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.
• Hours: 8 a.m.-4 p.m. (individual class times will vary).
• Locations: Arbor View Early Childhood Center's outdoor Nature Play Area, Willow Lane Early Childhood Center, local library and various community parks.
• Contact the Early Childhood & Family Education (EC&FE) main office at 763-391-8777 or ecfe@district279.org for more information.

• Dates: June 30 to July 23, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.
• Students referred to the program through IEP team decisions, and students must qualify. Enrollment is completed by the case manager, reach out to your child’s case manager with any questions.
• Questions? Reach out to child’s case manager or Betsy Ronning at  RonningE@District279.org

• A variety of opportunities for students in preschool through twelfth grade and Teen Driver’s Education.

• Camps are open for enrollment online now. Register early to secure your spot! 

• Please enroll your student in the grade they will be going into for the 2026-27 school year.

• Location: Rice Lake Elementary School 

• Questions about the program? Email communityeducationye@district279.org or call 763-391-7242.

• A variety of opportunities for students in preschool through twelfth grade and Teen Driver’s Education.

• Camps are open for enrollment online now. Register early to secure your spot! 

• Please enroll your student in the grade they will be going into for the 2026-27 school year.

• Location: Rice Lake Elementary School 

• Questions about the program? Email communityeducationye@district279.org or call 763-391-7242.

Deadline to enroll: April 1, 2026. Scholars need to be referred by a teacher or administrator in their school building.

Camp ROCKS! Academic Adventures is a free summer enrichment program offered by Osseo Area Schools’ Community Education Targeted Services funding. While not part of the school-year curriculum, students build academic skills, make friends and enjoy learning from highly qualified Osseo Area Schools teachers. A lower staff-to student ratios allows more time for individual attention, hands-on learning and fun.

What’s included in the program?

• Daily breakfast and lunch on camp days
• Weekly on-site presenters
• Hands-on lessons in science, reading and
• Math standards

The program is open to students who must:

• Be currently enrolled and attending kindergarten through fourth grade in Osseo Area Schools.
• Qualify based on specific criteria
• Be referred by a teacher or administrator in their school building.

Schedule: Mon.–Thurs., June 29–July 30, 2026

School locations and program times:

• Elm Creek Elementary School: 8:15 a.m.–2:45 p.m.
• Garden City Elementary School: 8:15 a.m.–2:45 p.m.
• Zanewood Community: A STEAM School: 9:15 a.m.–3:45 p.m

Questions? Email communityeducationye@district279.org or call 763-391-7220.

• June 22-July 16, Monday- Thursday
• 9 a.m.-12 p.m. 
• Students referred to the program through IEP team decisions and students must qualify. Enrollment is completed by the case manager, reach out to your child’s case manager with any questions.  
• June: Staff will call/email families with information about the program.
• Questions? Reach out to child’s case manager or Tikkia Osborne: OsborneT@district279.org

• A variety of opportunities for students in preschool through eighth grade and Teen Driver’s Education. 

• Camps are open for enrollment online now. Register early to secure your spot! 

• Please enroll your student in the grade they will be going into for the 2026-27 school year.

• Location: Rice Lake Elementary School 

• Questions about the program? Email communityeducationye@district279.org or call 763-391-7242.

• Daily breakfast and lunch on program days
• Math and reading lessons usingstandards
• Field trips and time with peers
• Social-emotional skills building
• Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math (STEAM)
• Activities such as cooking, crafts, games and sports

Dates: June 22 to July 23, Monday-Thursday. 
Hours: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. on program days. 
Location: North View Middle School

The program is open to students who must:

• Be currently enrolled and attending fifth through seventh grade in Osseo Area Schools.
• Qualify based on specific criteria
• Be referred by a teacher or administrator in their school building.

• A variety of opportunities for students in preschool through twelfth grade and Teen Driver’s Education.

• Camps are open for enrollment online now. Register early to secure your spot! 

• Please enroll your student in the grade they will be going into for the 2026-27 school year.

• Location: Rice Lake Elementary School 

• Questions about the program? Email communityeducationye@district279.org or call 763-391-7242.

• Dates: June 22 to July 16, Monday though Thursday from 8-11 a.m.
• Students are referred to the program through IEP team decisions and students must qualify. Enrollment is completed by the case manager. 
• June: Staff will call/email families with information about the program.
• Questions? Reach out to your student's  case manager

• Dates: July 9 through June 25, Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
• Registration will begin in April. Students can work with their counselor to get enrolled.  

• Dates: June 10  to July 17 (No class June 19 or July 3), Monday - Friday from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.

• Registration will begin in April. Students should work with their school counselor to get enrolled. Questions? Contact OALCcreditrecovery@district279.org

•  June 10-Aug. 7. No sessions June 19 or the week of June 29-July 4. 
• Monday through Thursday, 8:30-11:30 a.m. 
• Registration will begin shortly after Trimester 2 begins, and counselors will work with scholars to get them enrolled.
• Questions? Reach out to your scholars guidance counselor. 

• Offered June through Aug. 2026

• For students who are going to be 14 ½ years-old to 18 years-old when class begins.

• The summer schedule and classes is online and ready for enrollment.

  • Choose from in person classes or online classes. Self-Paced classes available online as well.

• Locations: Brooklyn Middle STEAM School and Osseo Middle School 

• Questions about the program? Email communityeducationye@district279.org or call 763-391-7242.

Safeway Driving School was selected by Osseo Area Schools and the Community Education department to provide teen driver’s education for students. Safeway is the largest driving school in MN, instructing over 10,000 students per year. It has been an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau (BBB), is a BBB Accredited Business and has approximately ninety experienced instructors that are background checked by MN Dept. of Public Safety. Lesson calendars and information are located on Safeway Driving School’s website at safewaydrivingschool.com.