Summer
Cardinals Summer Program
The Cardinals Summer Program is designed for school-aged children. Children must have completed kindergarten by May of the current school year to enroll in the summer program.
Registration for Summer 2027 will begin in February 2027. The registration link will be posted on the MCS homepage.
Our goal is for children to have fun while enjoying a variety of engaging indoor and outdoor activities throughout the summer. Activities may include:
- Swimming at local pools
- Trips to Sunset Zoo, Topeka Zoo, and Rolling Hills Zoo
- Movies at the theater, depending on summer movie releases
- Visits to the Flint Hills Discovery Center, K-State Beach Museum of Art, and Topeka Discovery Center
- Trips to local parks and trails
- Participation in the Summer Reading Challenge through Manhattan Public Library
We will visit the library once a week to check out books. Each child will need to bring a library card to keep on-site for library visits. Classroom teachers will be responsible for tracking reading minutes throughout the summer.
Transportation
Children will be transported in our 14-passenger school buses, which are driven by program staff. Staff members must complete the driving curriculum required by the Salina Diocese for transporting children before they are permitted to drive.
For out-of-town trips, we will use USD 383 buses when possible.
Summer Meals
In recent years, we have utilized the free summer lunch program offered through USD 383. We plan to continue participating in this program for as long as it is available.
The Cardinals Summer Program is a KDHE licensed program. We are licensed for children who have completed kindergarten up to Age 12.
Enrollment for the 2027 Summer Cardinals Program will begin in February 2027.
- First Day: TBD
- Camp will be CLOSED
- Monday, May 31, 2027
- Friday, June 18, 2027
- Monday, July 5, 2027
- Last Day of Camp: TBD
Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday from 7:15 am - 5:45 pm.
Camp Tuition: TBD - price includes morning and afternoon snack, and all activity/field trip fees.
This summer our activities will include swimming, weekly field trips and so much more.
Email Anna Bonilla to receive more information.