Summer and other Enrichment Programming 2026

Galapagos Rockford's Summer Academy -this is Not Your Dad's Summer Programming. GRCS brings summer programming to the next level. Galapagos continues to offer summer programming that provides scholars with a variety of experiences that broaden their horizons. Regardless of the programming, the activities are engaging and meaningful. Check out our new summer programming options.

The programs listed below- do require a competitive application process.

University of Wisconsin STEP Program (6th-8th Grade) (Selected Scholars Only)

University of Wisconsin STEP Program (6th-8th Grade) (Selected Scholars Only) — $50

Washington D.C. Trip (2026) for 8th Grade Scholars

Washington D.C. Trip (2026) for 8th Grade Scholars — $55

Sea Camp 2026 (6th-8th Graders) (ACCEPTANCE REQUIRED) 2026

Sea Camp 2026 (6th-8th Graders) (ACCEPTANCE REQUIRED) 2026 — $50

Great Books Summer Program 2026- (Grades 5-8) (ACCEPTANCE REQUIRED)

Great Books Summer Program 2026- (Grades 5-8) (ACCEPTANCE REQUIRED) — $50

Project Passport: Spain 2026 (Grades 7-9) (ACCEPTANCE REQUIRED)

Project Passport: Spain 2026 (Grades 7-9) (ACCEPTANCE REQUIRED) — $55

Project Passport Costa Rica 2026 (ACCEPTANCE REQUIRED)

Project Passport Costa Rica 2026 (ACCEPTANCE REQUIRED) — $55

Galapagos- Outward Bound Winter Adventure -Dog Sledding (Accepted Scholars Only)

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Galapagos- Outward Bound Winter Adventure -Dog Sledding (Accepted Scholars Only) — $10

Amigos de las Americas- Community Service in Paraguay (Selected Alumni Only)

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Amigos de las Americas- Community Service in Paraguay (Selected Alumni Only) — $100

Earth Explorers (at the Burpee Museum) (1-4th graders) Aug 12-16, 2024

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Earth Explorers (at the Burpee Museum) (1-4th graders) Aug 12-16, 2024 — $15