Who is eligible/served? K-12

Description:

• ES - Students in kindergarten, who have not mastered the required skills for Language Arts and Math and are recommended by their current school qualify for the Intervention program.
• ES - Students in grades 1, 2, 4, 5, who failed Language Arts and/or Math qualify for the Promotional program.
• ES - Over Age for Grade students currently enrolled in a MSCS District Managed School in grades 4, were retained a prior school year, pass this school year are eligible to take 5th grade Language Arts and Math in the summer.

Dates and Times: June 2–June 30 - ES 8:30–2:30, MS 7:30–1:30, HS 8:30–2:00

Staff Contact: Denise Swan [email protected]

Website: Additional information available https://www.scssummerschool.com/

#Students: Approximately 5,000 students

Location(s): ES Sites: Alcy ES, Lucie E. Campbell ES, Macon Hall ES, Newberry ES, Oakhaven ES, Richland ES

Description: Each year Memphis Shelby County Schools hosts a free summer camp for approximately 50 blind/visually impaired and Deaf/hard of hearing students serviced in the Memphis Shelby County Schools System. The summer camp is educational, but more importantly, it is an opportunity for our students to socialize, develop communication skills, and expand their recreational skills with other students who share their disabilities. It is our mission to expose these students, not only to other people with whom they can identify, but also to expose them to a variety of activities that they might have felt restricted from.

Contact: Heather McDonough, Hearing and Vision Advisor

Dates: June 2–27, 2025

Time: 7:30am–12:30pm daily

Teacher Inservice: May 30, 2025 from 8am–12:30pm

Open House: Parent meeting and medication drop off – May 30, 2025 at 1pm–3:30pm

Grades: K-12

Number of Students: 75

Locations: Colonial Middle School

Description: Extended School Year (ESY) refers to special education and/or related services provided beyond the normal school year of an LEA for the purpose of providing FAPE to a student with a disability. These services, at no cost to the parent, will reflect the individual needs of the student based on the IEP team decision made in the spring before ESY. The consideration of ESY services is a part of the IEP process. The team will determine how to best serve the student with a data-informed plan preventing regression academically, behaviorally or medically. The IEP must address the provision of ESY services, if required, for the student to receive FAPE.

Contact: Dr. Lori Meeks

Dates: June 2–27, 2025

Time: 7:30am–12:30pm daily

Teacher Inservice: May 30, 2025 from 8am–12:30pm

Open House: Parent meeting and medication drop off – May 30, 2025 at 1pm–3:30pm

Grades: PK-12

Number of Students: 275

Locations: Avon School, Dexter K-8 (Middle) and Getwell Elementary

Description: Fundamentals in all aspects of the game for the following sports basketball, football, soccer, track, golf, volleyball, cheer

Who is Eligible/Served? Boys and Girls 8–18 or Graduating Seniors

Purpose: The primary objective of the camps is fundamental instructions for boys and girls in the basics of basketball, football, volleyball, soccer, cheer, track and golf

Dates and Times: ORIGINAL TIME FRAME June 2–July 25 camps begins each Monday after registration. Camp begin daily 8am ends 1pm Monday–Friday

UPDATE (JUNE dates):

• Volleyball June 2–6 HAMILTON HIGH – THIS IS THE NEW LOCATION
• T/F June 2–6 Halle Stadium
• Soccer June 16–20 Melrose Stadium – NO CAMP JUNE 19TH
• Football June 9–13 Melrose Stadium
• Golf June 23–27 Links Of Whitehaven
• Cheer June 2–6 Southwind
• Basketball Camps:
• Mitchell July 21–25
• Trezevant June 9–13
• Kirby June 16–20 – NO CAMP ON JUNE 19TH
• White Station July 7–11
• Craigmont July 14–18

Staff Contact: Tongela Taylor & India Weaver

#Students: up to 250 per camp

#Staff: 1–2 staff member per 25 campers

Location(s):

• Football and soccer – Melrose Stadium
• Golf – Links of Whitehaven Golf Course
• Track and field – Halle Stadium
• Volleyball – White Station High Gym
• Cheer – Southwind
• Basketball Camps 4 locations – Mitchell, Trezevant, Kirby, White Station

Who is eligible/served? K-12

Description:

• MS - Students in grades 6–8, who failed a required core course(s) are eligible for the promotional program.
• MS - Over Age for Grade students currently enrolled in a MSCS District Managed School in grades 5–7, were retained a prior school year, pass this school year are eligible to take 6–8 grade Language Arts and Math in the summer.

Dates and Times: June 2–June 30 – ES 8:30–2:30, MS 7:30–1:30, HS 8:30–2:00

Staff Contact: Denise Swan [email protected]

Website: https://www.scssummerschool.com/

#Students: Approximately 5,000 students

Location(s): MS Sites: A. Maceo Walker MS, Colonial MS, Craigmont MS, Cummings MS, Kate Bond MS, Ridgeway MS

Description: Each year Memphis Shelby County Schools hosts a free summer camp for approximately 50 blind/visually impaired and Deaf/hard of hearing students serviced in the Memphis Shelby County Schools System. The summer camp is educational, but more importantly, it is an opportunity for our students to socialize, develop communication skills, and expand their recreational skills with other students who share their disabilities. It is our mission to expose these students, not only to other people with whom they can identify, but also to expose them to a variety of activities that they might have felt restricted from.

Contact: Heather McDonough, Hearing and Vision Advisor

Dates: June 2–27, 2025

Time: 7:30am–12:30pm daily

Teacher Inservice: May 30, 2025 from 8am–12:30pm

Open House: Parent meeting and medication drop off – May 30, 2025 at 1pm–3:30pm

Grades: K-12

Number of Students: 75

Locations: Colonial Middle School

Description: Extended School Year (ESY) refers to special education and/or related services provided beyond the normal school year of an LEA for the purpose of providing FAPE to a student with a disability. These services, at no cost to the parent, will reflect the individual needs of the student based on the IEP team decision made in the spring before ESY. The consideration of ESY services is a part of the IEP process. The team will determine how to best serve the student with a data-informed plan preventing regression academically, behaviorally or medically. The IEP must address the provision of ESY services, if required, for the student to receive FAPE.

Contact: Dr. Lori Meeks

Dates: June 2–27, 2025

Time: 7:30am–12:30pm daily

Teacher Inservice: May 30, 2025 from 8am–12:30pm

Open House: Parent meeting and medication drop off – May 30, 2025 at 1pm–3:30pm

Grades: PK-12

Number of Students: 275

Locations: Avon School, Dexter K-8 (Middle) and Getwell Elementary

Description: CLUE camp is a one-week enrichment opportunity for CLUE students from across the district. This camp enables CLUE students to express their creativity and intellectual abilities while also working on their social and emotional growth.

Contact: Dr. Delicia Roberts – CLUE Advisor

Dates: June 2–June 12, 2025

Teacher Inservice: May 30th 8:00am – 3:00pm

Session 1: June 2–5 from 8:30am – 1:00pm

Session 2: June 9–12 from 8:30am – 1:00pm

Available to CLUE students only

Grades: Rising 3rd – 8th graders

Location: Grahamwood ES

Number of Students: 450

Description: Fundamentals in all aspects of the game for the following sports: basketball, football, soccer, track, golf, volleyball, cheer

Who is Eligible/Served? Boys and Girls 8–18 or Graduating Seniors

Purpose: The primary objective of the camps is fundamental instructions for boys and girls in the basics of basketball, football, volleyball, soccer, cheer, track and golf

Dates and Times: ORIGINAL TIME FRAME June 2–July 25 camps begin each Monday after registration. Camp begins daily 8am ends 1pm Monday–Friday

UPDATE (JUNE dates):

• Volleyball June 2–6 HAMILTON HIGH – THIS IS THE NEW LOCATION
• T/F June 2–6 Halle Stadium
• Soccer June 16–20 Melrose Stadium – NO CAMP JUNE 19TH
• Football June 9–13 Melrose Stadium
• Golf June 23–27 Links Of Whitehaven
• Cheer June 2–6 Southwind
• Basketball Camps:
• Mitchell July 21–25
• Trezevant June 9–13
• Kirby June 16–20 – NO CAMP ON JUNE 19TH
• White Station July 7–11
• Craigmont July 14–18

Staff Contact: Tongela Taylor & India Weaver

#Students: Up to 250 per camp

#Staff: 1–2 staff member per 25 campers

Location(s):

• Football and soccer – Melrose Stadium
• Golf – Links of Whitehaven Golf Course
• Track and field – Halle Stadium
• Volleyball – White Station High Gym
• Cheer – Southwind
• Basketball Camps 4 locations – Mitchell, Trezevant, Kirby, White Station

Grades: 8–12

Registration: Application period is closed.

Dates: June 2–July 11, 2025

Time: 8:00am–3:00pm

About: Students will attain valuable workforce experience (including soft skills training and paid internships) in various career path options, according to the participants' strengths and interests. CCTE students are eligible to earn an industry certification and/or licensure hours.

Program Locations: Various

Contact: CCTE Office 416-7482, Dr. Trina Holly

Description: Each year Memphis Shelby County Schools hosts a free summer camp for approximately 50 blind/visually impaired and Deaf/hard of hearing students serviced in the Memphis Shelby County Schools System. The summer camp is educational, but more importantly, it is an opportunity for our students to socialize, develop communication skills, and expand their recreational skills with other students who share their disabilities. It is our mission to expose these students, not only to other people with whom they can identify, but also to expose them to a variety of activities that they might have felt restricted from.

Contact: Heather McDonough, Hearing and Vision Advisor

Dates: June 2-27, 2025

Time: 7:30am-12:30pm daily

Teacher Inservice: May 30, 2025 from 8am-12:30pm

Open House: Parent meeting and medication drop off- May 30, 2025 at 1pm to 3:30pm

Grades: K-12

Number of Students: 75

Locations: Colonial Middle School

Description: Extended School Year (ESY) refers to special education and/or related services provided beyond the normal school year of an LEA for the purpose of providing FAPE to a student with a disability. These services, at no cost to the parent, will reflect the individual needs of the student based on the IEP team decision made in the spring before ESY. The consideration of ESY services is a part of the IEP process. The team will determine how to best serve the student with a data-informed plan preventing regression academically, behaviorally or medically. The IEP must address the provision of ESY services, if required, for the student to receive FAPE.

Contact: Dr. Lori Meeks

Dates: June 2-27, 2025

Time: 7:30am-12:30pm daily

Teacher Inservice: May 30, 2025 from 8am-12:30pm

Open House: Parent meeting and medication drop off- May 30, 2025 at 1pm to 3:30pm

Grades: PK-12

Number of Students: 275

Locations: Avon School, Dexter K-8 (Middle) and Getwell Elementary

Description: The Summer Scholars Camp prepares AP students for the challenges of college level courses.

Who is eligible/served? The camp is open to all Memphis-Shelby County School students entering the 11th and 12th grades and enrolling in an Advanced Placement course for the upcoming school year.

Purpose: The purpose of the camp is to prepare students for success in AP courses. Students will have fun while engaging in honors/advanced-level courses and develop study skills.

Dates and Times:

• Dates: June 9 -13, 2025 (Tentative)
• Times: Monday-Thursday: 8 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.; Friday: 8 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Registration: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=lBwpK7Bet0SJ6kuvFuzEqVsquvbldeJBoeNt_yfbl6RUMUhUQlJTWDExQUZQSDZINVIzU1VTWTc5SSQlQCNjPTEu

Contact: James Smith, AP Manager (Phone: 619-1347; Email: [email protected])

Number of Students: 150

Location: University of Memphis

Description: The Summer Scholars Camp prepares AP/Honors students for the challenges of college level courses.

Who is eligible/served? The camp is open to all Memphis-Shelby County School students entering the 9th and 10th grades and enrolling in an Honors, Pre-AP, or Advanced Placement course for the upcoming school year.

Purpose: The purpose of the camp is to prepare students for success in Honors/Pre-AP, and AP courses. Students will have fun while engaging in honors/advanced-level courses and develop study skills.

Dates and Times:

• Dates: June 2-6, 2025 (Tentative)
• Times: Monday-Thursday: 8 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.; Friday: 8 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Registration: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=lBwpK7Bet0SJ6kuvFuzEqVsquvbldeJBoeNt_yfbl6RURUtYVk5LMkpKRkJFSVVURzRIQTZQSjZNTSQlQCNjPTEu

Staff Contact: Dr. Emily Barbee, Honors Advisor (Phone: 416-5839; Email: [email protected])

Number of Students: 200

Location: University of Memphis

Description: The Pursuit Center offers dynamic summer programming for Memphis-Shelby County Schools students designed to provide a safe, engaging, and transformative experience. With a focus on personal growth and skill development, the summer intensive program includes exposure to career exploration, character education, social-emotional learning (SEL), and unique activities like equine therapy. Through initiatives such as Operation S.E.E. (Skills, Experiences, and Exploration), students engage in diverse opportunities, including podcasting, social media monetization, real estate investment tours, yoga, and more. The goal is to equip students with the tools and experiences needed to develop leadership, creativity, and resilience, ultimately supporting their academic and personal success within Memphis-Shelby County Schools.

Who is eligible/served? 14 - 17 year old male youth

Purpose: The Pursuit Center’s summer programming aims to empower students from Memphis-Shelby County Schools by fostering personal development, leadership, and self-awareness. Through immersive experiences in diverse fields and activities, the program seeks to equip students with the skills, confidence, and resilience needed to thrive both academically and personally. By providing mentorship, career exploration, and creative outlets, The Pursuit Center helps shape well-rounded individuals prepared to navigate challenges and seize opportunities in their future.

Dates and Times: June 2 - 30, 2025

Staff Contact: Toria Brown

#Students: 16

#Staff: 4 (only 2 part-time staff members are scheduled per day)

Location(s): 3rd floor of George Washington Carver College and Career Center

Description: Project STAND (Social - Emotional, Transition, Academic and Network Developing) Summer Explosion provided a transformative experience filled with countless opportunities for learning, growth, and discovery. Interactive workshops, engaging field trips, and meaningful community service projects deepen the participants' understanding of the keys to success in higher education, the workforce, and civic engagement.

Purpose/Goals: Eliminate incarceration, recidivism and violent death among youth ages 14-19 by providing impact mentoring for college, career and community readiness during the most critical summer months.

Staff: 5 part-time employees will join the staff to support the critical need for content delivery and supervision of the students with in-person learning and off campus activities.

Who is eligible/served? 14–19-year-old high school students- must be pre-approved for attendance

Dates and Times: June 2- July 31, 2025, Monday- Thursday 8:30-2:00 pm.

#Students: 150

Location: Project STAND- G. W. Carver College and Career Academy and online programing.

Staff Contact: Dr. Tarol Page Clements, phone 901-416-6937; email [email protected]

Description: CLUE camp is a one-week enrichment opportunity for CLUE students from across the district. This camp enables CLUE students to express their creativity and intellectual abilities while also working on their social and emotional growth.

Contact: Dr. Delicia Roberts- CLUE Advisor

Dates: June 2 - June 12, 2025

Teacher Inservice: May 30th 8:00 am – 3:00 pm

Session 1: June 2-5 from 8:30 am – 1:00 pm

Session 2: June 9-12 from 8:30 am – 1:00 pm

Available to CLUE students only

Grades: Rising 3rd – 8th graders

Location: Grahamwood ES

Number of Students: 450

Description: Fundamentals in all aspects of the game for the following sports basketball, football, soccer, track, golf, volleyball, cheer

Who is Eligible/Served? Boys and Girls 8-18 or Graduating Seniors

Purpose: The primary objective of the camps is fundamental instructions for boys and girls in the basics of basketball, football, volleyball, soccer, cheer, track and golf

Dates and Times: ORIGINAL TIME FRAME June 2- July 25 camps begins each Monday after registration. Camp begin daily 8am ends 1pm - Monday - Friday

UPDATE (JUNE dates):

• Volleyball June 2-6 HAMILTON HIGH – THIS IS THE NEW LOCATION
• T/F June 2-6 Halle Stadium
• Soccer June 16-20 Melrose Stadium – NO CAMP JUNE 19TH
• Football June 9-13 Melrose Stadium
• Golf June 23-27 Links Of Whitehaven
• Cheer June 2-6 Southwind
• Basketball Camps:
• Mitchell July 21-25
• Trezevant June 9-13
• Kirby June 16-20 – NO CAMP ON JUNE 19TH
• White Station July 7-11
• Craigmont July 14-18

Staff Contact: Tongela Taylor & India Weaver

#Students: up to 250 per camp

#Staff: 1-2 staff member per 25 campers

Location(s):

• Football and soccer - Melrose Stadium
• Golf - Links of Whitehaven Golf Course
• Track and field - Halle Stadium
• Volleyball - White Station High Gym
• Cheer - Southwind
• Basketball Camps 4 locations – Mitchell, Trezevant, Kirby, White Station

Grades: 8 - 12

Registration: Application period is closed.

Dates: June 2 – July 11, 2025

Time: 8:00 am – 3:00 pm

About: Students will attain valuable workforce experience (including soft skills training and paid internships) in various career path options, according to the participants' strengths and interests. CCTE students are eligible to earn an industry certification and /or licensure hours.

Program Locations: Various

Contact: CCTE Office 416-7482, Dr. Trina Holly

Grades: Recent High School Graduates

Registration: Teacher Referral

Dates: May 19 – June 20, 2025

Time: 9:00 am – 2:00 pm

About: Students will be empowered to become skilled, customer-focused service advisors through hands-on training, mentorship, and pathways to meaningful employment at MLG&W as a Service Advisor.

Program Locations: Southwest Tennessee Community College-Macon Cove Campus

Number of Students: 20

Contact: CCTE Office 416-7482, Michael Toney

Description: The University of Memphis Upward Bound Summer Academy is a six-week college preparatory program that gives Upward Bound students a taste of the college experience.

Purpose: Six-weeks of rigorous hands-on-learning in math, science, literature, and a foreign language; Career exploration programs and internships.

Deadline: Summer program May 7

Eligibility: Be a student at Kirby, Melrose, or Sheffield High School, be at least 13 years of age, and have completed the 8th grade but not yet the 12th grade

Dates: May 27-July 3

Location: On-Campus Residential

Student contact: Ophrah Payne, [email protected] Phone: 901.678.1482 or 901.678.1465

Registration: Apply - Upward Bound - The University of Memphis

Description: Summer Nursing Exploration Camp

Who is eligible/served? Hamilton High, Booker T. Washington, White Station, Invictus Academy, Hollis F. Price Middle College, and Trezevant CTC

Number of Students: 10 from each school site

Purpose: Students interested in Medicine, Trauma, Women’s Health

Dates and Times: June 2-19, 2025, 10:00 am-12:00 am (dates vary for each school)

Staff Contact: CCTE Nursing Instructor

Grades: Rising 9th Graders

Dates: June 9 – July 10, 2025, No camp on Fridays

Time: 8:00 am – 3:00 pm

About: Students will engage in hands-on experiences across a variety of agricultural fields. Through interactive activities and real-world applications, they’ll gain a deeper understanding of the vital role agriculture plays in our everyday lives.

Location: Kirby High School

Number of Students: 20

Contact: CCTE Office 416-7482, Kimberly Jackson

Grades: Rising 9th graders planning to attend Southwind High School in Fall 2025 interested in pursuing a career in Audio/ Visual Production.

Dates: June 2 – July 10, 2025, No camp on Fridays

Time: 8:00 am – 3:00 pm

About: Students will explore the fundamentals of Audio/Visual Production and create projects that showcase their creativity and newly developed skills.

Location: Southwind High School

Number of Students: 20

Contact: CCTE Office 416-7482, Kimberly Jackson

Grades: Rising 7th – 9th Graders planning to attend East T-STEM Academy or Maxine Smith in Fall 2025 interested in pursuing a career in Audio/ Visual Production.

Dates: June 2 – July 10, 2025, No camp on Fridays

Time: 8:00 am – 3:00 pm

About: Students will explore the fundamentals of Audio/Visual Production and create projects that showcase their creativity and newly developed skills.

Location: East T-STEM Academy

Number of Students: 20

Contact: CCTE Office 416-7482, Kimberly Jackson

Grades: Students currently enrolled in Level 3 or Level 4 Audio/Visual Production program at any MSCS high school.

Dates: June 2 – July 10, 2025, No camp on Fridays

Time: 8:00 am – 3:00 pm

About: Students will dive into the exciting world of Audio/Visual Production at the MSCS Telecommunications Center, gaining hands-on experience with industry-standard equipment and techniques. Students will develop projects to showcase creativity.

Location: MSCS Telecommunications Center

Number of Students: 20

Contact: CCTE Office 416-7482, Kimberly Jackson

Grades: Students currently enrolled in Level 3 or Level 4 Audio/Visual Production program at any MSCS high school.

Dates: June 2 – July 10, 2025, No camp on Fridays

Time: 8:00 am – 3:00 pm

About: Students will participate in hands-on practice in preparation to begin the Barbering program in Fall 2025.

Location: Southwind High School

Number of Students: 20

Contact: CCTE Office 416-7482, Jacquelyn Waker

Grades: Students currently enrolled in a Barbering program of study at any MSCS high school with a minimum of 1000 clock hours completed.

Dates: June 2 – July 10, 2025, No camp on Fridays

Time: 8:00 am – 3:00 pm

About: Students will earn clock hours and participate in hand-on practice as they work toward earning TN Barbering Licensure.

Location: Southwest Career & Technology Center

Number of Students: 20

Contact: CCTE Office 416-7482, Jacquelyn Waker

Grades: Rising 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders

Dates: June 2 – June 12, 2025, No camp on Fridays

Time: 8:00 am – 3:00 pm

About: Students will code through hands-on, project-based activities using visual programming languages like Scratch. Group projects and teamwork activities will foster communication and collaborative skills.

Location: Willow Oaks Elementary School

Number of Students: 15

Contact: CCTE Office 416-7482, Dr. Monica Smith

Grades: Rising 7th – 9th Graders

Dates: June 2 – July 10, 2025, No camp on Fridays

Time: 8:00 am – 3:00 pm

About: Students will explore the exciting world of Culinary Arts through hands-on experiences in a professional kitchen setting.

Location: East T-STEM Academy

Number of Students: 20

Contact: CCTE Office 416-7482, Kimberly Jackson

Grades: Rising 10th - 12th graders currently enrolled in the Culinary Arts program at Southwind High School

Dates: July 8 – July 10, 2025, No camp on Fridays

Time: 8:00 am – 3:00 pm

About: Students will participate in advanced, hands-on Culinary Arts experiences designed to elevate their skills and ignite their passion for the culinary field.

Location: Southwind High School

Number of Students: 20

Contact: CCTE Office 416-7482, Kimberly Jackson

Grades: Transition to Work (See Transitional Specialist for more information)

Dates: June 9 - 12, 2025

Time: 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

About: Students will engage in hands on experiences within the various areas of Culinary Arts.

Location: Southwind High School

Number of Students: 15

Contact: Department of Exceptional Education 416-0202, Jlahna Chatman

Grades: Transition to Work (See Transitional Specialist for more information)

Dates: June 23 - 26, 2025

Time: 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

About: Students will engage in hands on experiences within the various areas of Culinary Arts.

Location: Southwind High School

Number of Students: 15

Contact: Department of Exceptional Education 416-0202, Jlahna Chatman

Grades: Rising 7th - 9th graders

Dates: Session 1: June 2 – 12, 2025; Session 2: June 16 – 26, 2025

Time: 8:00 am – 3:00 pm

About: Students will learn about drones through hands-on activities, including programming and flying them. Students will engage in simulations, design challenges, and drone competitions.

Location: Maxine Smith STEAM Academy

Number of Students: 20

Contact: CCTE Office 416-7482, Dr. Monica Smith

Grades: Any MSCS student interested in obtaining a Hair Braider Certification. Must be at least 14 years old and committed to attending all four days of selected session

Dates: Week 1: June 2 – 5, 2025; Week 2: June 9 - 12, 2025; Week 3: June 16 – 18, 2025; Week 4: June 23 – 26, 2025

Time: 8:00 am – 3:00 pm

About: Students will earn the 16 hours of training required to receive a Hair Braider Certification

Location: Southwest Career & Technology Center

Number of Students: 20

Contact: CCTE Office 416-7482, Jacquelyn Waker

Grades: Transition to Work (See Transitional Specialist for more information)

Dates: June 23 - 26, 2025

Time: 8:00 am – 3:00 pm

About: Students will earn the 16 hours of training required to receive a Hair Braider Certification

Location: Southwind High School

Number of Students: 15

Contact: Department of Exceptional Education

Grades: Rising 9th graders planning to attend Fairley High School and are interested in becoming a licensed Manicurist.

Dates: June 2 – 26, 2025

Time: 8:00 am – 3:00 pm

About: Students will participate in hands-on practical skills in Manicuring

Location: Southwest Career & Technology Center

Number of Students: 20

Contact: CCTE Office 416-7482, Jacquelyn Waker

Grades: Students currently enrolled in a Cosmetology program of study at any MSCS high school with a minimum of 200 clock hours in Natural Hair. Registration:

Dates: June 2 – 26, 2025

Time: 8:00 am – 3:00 pm

About: Students will earn clock hours and participate in hands-on practice as they work toward earning TN Natural Hair Licensure.

Location: Southwest Career & Technology Center

Number of Students: 20

Contact: CCTE Office 416-7482, Jacquelyn Waker

• Purpose: To reduce aggression, improve communication skills, build healthy relationships, and improve decision-making, ultimately empowering students to make positive choices and resist violence, bullying, and negative peer pressure.
• Dates and Times: 8-10 sessions, 30 - 45 minutes long
• Who is Eligible to be Served? Students in grades 3 - 12
• Description: TGFV is an evidenced based, Tier 1, K-12 universal violence prevention and character-building education program designed to teach social, emotional, and behavioral skills.
• Staff contact: Main number: 901-416-8484 Jacqueline Malone 901-416-7114
• Number of students: Varies/Open
• Number of staff: Varies 8-15
• Locations: Selected schools TBD

• Description: Camp Treetops, sponsored by Shelby County Schools Mental Health Center is a FREE two-week Summer Camp for Middle School students. The purpose of this therapeutic camp is to introduce students to FUN activities that teach skills and strengthen skills that foster resilience as the foundation for “bouncing back” from difficult life circumstances (i.e. violence, grief, bullying, abuse, divorce, and more). Conflict resolution, anger management, problem-solving, coping, self-esteem, stress reduction, identifying and expression of feelings, communication, and character building are central points of student skill attainment. The camp leaders are MSCS licensed mental health professionals. Treetops activities occur in an environment that is nurturing, friendly, and accepting. Each child is given unconditional positive regard and encouragement. The experience at Camp Treetops is designed to be educational, stimulating, and fun by employing interactive activities that include arts and crafts, team building, games, music, dance, drama, and sports/physical exercise.
• Who is Eligible: Students in grades 3 - 12
• Purpose: A trauma and resilience building camp offered yearly; A two-week (free) summer camp for middle school students to improve skills in handling conflict, increase self-esteem and acquire strategies to "bounce back" from difficult life circumstances.
• Dates and Times: The camp is offered 2 weeks in June and July
• Staff Contact: Main number 901-416-8484
• Number of students: 100
• Number of staff: 10-15
• Locations: Sites are selected each year (TBD)

MPLOY Youth Summer Experience

Grades: 8 - 12

Registration: Application period is closed.

Dates: June 2 – July 11, 2025

Time: 8:00 am – 3:00 pm

About: Students will attain valuable workforce experience (including soft skills training and paid internships) in various career path options, according to the participants' strengths and interests. CCTE students are eligible to earn an industry certification and /or licensure hours.

Program Locations: Various

Contact: CCTE Office 416-7482, Dr. Trina Holly

AngelStreet Memphis

Description: Vocal Boot Camp

Who is eligible/served? Girls age 8-13 yrs old Targeted zip codes: 38107, 38108, 38105

Number of Students: 40

Student: Students interested in vocal performance

Dates and Times: June 2–June 13, 2025, 10:00 am–3:00 pm

Staff Contact: Ruth Abigail Gardner [email protected]

Registration: www.angelstreetmemphis.com

Memphis Jazz Workshop

Description: Memphis Jazz Workshop

Who is eligible/served? 10-18 yrs old Targeted areas: 38109, 38111, 38105, 38103, 38106, 38104

Purpose: Students who play the trumpet, saxophone, vocal, percussion, trombone, piano, bass, guitar, drums, choir, and songwriting

Dates and Times: June 9–July 5, 2025, 8:30 am–1:00 pm

Staff Contact: Rachel Johnson [email protected]

Registration: www.memphisjazzworkshop.org

Princeton James Project

Description: R&B Camp

Who is eligible/served? 8-18yrs old

Purpose: Students interested in acting, singing, dancing, costume, hair, make up, film, and photography

Dates and Times: July 7–July 18, 2025, 9:00 am–3:00 pm

Staff Contact: Princeton James [email protected]

Registration: www.princetonjamesproductions.com

Raising the BAR Community Development

Description: Music

Who is eligible/served? Males 12–17 yrs old Targeted area: 38118

Purpose: Students interested in DJ Production

Dates and Times: June 7–July 27, 2025

Staff Contact: Mike Mosby [email protected]

Registration: www.raisingthebarmemphis.com

Cazateatro Arts Expression Camp

Description: Bilingual Theater Classes and Ballet

Who is eligible/served? 6-12 yrs old

Purpose: Students interested in Ballet and Theater

Dates and Times: June 16–July 3, 2025, 9:00 am–3:00 pm

Staff Contact: Monica S. Sánchez [email protected]

Registration: www.cazateatro.org

Perfecting Gifts (PGI)

Description: Arts and Media

Who is eligible/served? 7-17 yrs old

Purpose: Students interested in marketing and social Content Creation, Visual Art for Stage Design and Props

Dates and Times: June 3–June 30, 2025, 9:00 am–4:00 pm

Staff Contact: Sharonda Mitchell [email protected]

Registration: www.perfectinggifts.org

Harmonic South String Orchestra

Description: Literacy, Dance, STEM

Who is eligible/served? 5-18 yrs old Targeted areas: 38109, 38126, 38114

Purpose: Students who play violin, viola, cello, piano and bass

Dates and Times: June 2–June 27, 2025, 8:00 am–4:00 pm

Staff Contact: Takya Michelle Simmons [email protected]

Registration: www.harmonicsouth.org

Young Actors Guild

Description:

Who is eligible/served? Orange Mound, Bethel Grove, other Memphis communities

Purpose: Students interested in beats, theater/production, public speaking, creative writing, and poetry

Dates and Times: May 27–July 19, 2025, 10:00 am–2:00 pm

Staff Contact: Sabrina Norwood [email protected]

Registration: www.yagmemphis.com

Blues City Cultural Center

Description: Performing and Visual Arts

Who is eligible/served? 9-15 yrs old Targeted area: Orange Mound

Purpose: Students interested in performing arts

Dates and Times: June 16–July 25, 2025, 10:00 am–2:00 pm

Staff Contact: Ayana Williams [email protected]

Registration: www.bluescitycc.org

Q's Cultural Arts Camp Summer Camp

Description: Performing and Visual Arts

Who is eligible/served? 3-15 yrs old

Purpose: Enriched summer experience

Dates and Times: June 2–July 25, 2025

Staff Contact: Quinton Cox [email protected]

Registration: www.artsinusinc.org

MPLOY Youth Summer Experience

Grades: 8 - 12

Registration: Application period is closed.

Dates: June 2 – July 11, 2025

Time: 8:00 am – 3:00 pm

About: Students will attain valuable workforce experience (including soft skills training and paid internships) in various career path options, according to the participants' strengths and interests. CCTE students are eligible to earn an industry certification and /or licensure hours.

Program Locations: Various

Contact: CCTE Office 416-7482, Dr. Trina Holly

MLG&W CEES Career Academy Workforce Development Program

Grades: Recent High School Graduates

Registration: Teacher Referral

Dates: May 19 – June 20, 2025

Time: 9:00 am – 2:00 pm

About: Students will be empowered to become skilled, customer-focused service advisors through hands-on training, mentorship, and pathways to meaningful employment at MLG&W as a Service Advisor.

Program Locations: Southwest Tennessee Community College-Macon Cove Campus

Number of Students: 20

Contact: CCTE Office 416-7482, Michael Toney

Upward Bound–University of Memphis

Description: The University of Memphis Upward Bound Summer Academy is a six-week college preparatory program that gives Upward Bound students a taste of the college experience.

Purpose: Six-weeks of rigorous hands-on-learning in math, science, literature, and a foreign language; Career exploration programs and internships.

Deadline: Summer program May 7

Eligibility: Be a student at Kirby, Melrose, or Sheffield High School, be at least 13 years of age, and have completed the 8th grade but not yet the 12th grade

Dates: May 27–July 3

Location: On-Campus Residential

Student contact: Ophrah Payne [email protected] Phone: 901.678.1482 or 901.678.1465

Registration: Apply – Upward Bound – The University of Memphis

Regional One

Description: Summer Nursing Exploration Camp

Who is eligible/served? Hamilton High, Booker T. Washington, Whitehaven HS, Invictus Academy, Hollis F. Price Middle College, and Trezevant CTC

Number of Students: 10 from each school site

Purpose: Students interested in Medicine, Trauma, Women’s Health

Dates and Times: June 2–19, 2025, 10:00 am–12:00 am (dates vary for each school)

Staff Contact: CCTE Nursing Instructor

Memphis Jazz Workshop

Description: Memphis Jazz Workshop

Who is eligible/served? 10-18 yrs old Targeted areas: 38109, 38111, 38105, 38103, 38106, 38104

Purpose: Students who play trumpet, saxophone, vocal, percussion, trombone, piano, bass, guitar, drums, choir, and songwriting

Dates and Times: June 9–July 5, 2025, 8:30 am–1:00 pm

Staff Contact: Rachel Johnson [email protected]

Registration: www.memphisjazzworkshop.org

Princeton James Project

Description: R&B Camp

Who is eligible/served? 8-18yrs old

Purpose: Students interested in acting, singing, dancing, costume, hair, make up, film, and photography

Dates and Times: July 7–July 18, 2025, 9:00 am–3:00 pm

Staff Contact: Princeton James [email protected]

Registration: www.princetonjamesproductions.com

Raising the BAR Community Development

Description: Music

Who is eligible/served? Males 12–17 yrs old Targeted area: 38118

Purpose: Students interested in DJ Production

Dates and Times: June 7–July 27, 2025

Staff Contact: Mike Mosby [email protected]

Registration: www.raisingthebarmemphis.com

Cazateatro Arts Expression Camp

Description: Bilingual Theater Classes and Ballet

Who is eligible/served? 6-12 yrs old

Purpose: Students interested in Ballet and Theater

Dates and Times: June 16–July 3, 2025, 9:00 am–3:00 pm

Staff Contact: Monica S. Sánchez [email protected]

Registration: www.cazateatro.org

Perfecting Gifts (PGI)

Description: Arts and Media

Who is eligible/served? 7-17 yrs old

Purpose: Students interested in marketing and social Content Creation, Visual Art for Stage Design and Props

Dates and Times: June 3–June 30, 2025, 9:00 am–4:00 pm

Staff Contact: Sharonda Mitchell [email protected]

Registration: www.perfectinggifts.org

Harmonic South String Orchestra

Description: Literacy, Dance, STEM

Who is eligible/served? 5-18 yrs old Targeted areas: 38109, 38126, 38114

Purpose: Students who play violin, viola, cello, piano and bass

Dates and Times: June 2–June 27, 2025, 8:00 am–4:00 pm

Staff Contact: Takya Michelle Simmons [email protected]

Registration: www.harmonicsouth.org

Young Actors Guild

Description:

Who is eligible/served? Orange Mound, Bethel Grove, other Memphis communities

Purpose: Students interested in beats, theater/production, public speaking, creative writing, and poetry

Dates and Times: May 27–July 19, 2025, 10:00 am–2:00 pm

Staff Contact: Sabrina Norwood [email protected]

Registration: www.yagmemphis.com

Blues City Cultural Center

Description: Performing and Visual Arts

Who is eligible/served? 9-15 yrs old Targeted area: Orange Mound

Purpose: Students interested in performing arts

Dates and Times: June 16–July 25, 2025, 10:00 am–2:00 pm

Staff Contact: Ayana Williams [email protected]

Registration: www.bluescitycc.org

Q's Cultural Arts Camp Summer Camp

Description: Performing and Visual Arts

Who is eligible/served? 3-15 yrs old

Purpose: Enriched summer experience

Dates and Times: June 2–July 25, 2025

Staff Contact: Quinton Cox [email protected]

Registration: www.artsinusinc.org

MLG&W Automotive Technology Camp

Grades:

Registration: Teacher Referral

Dates: June 2 – June 20, 2025

Time: 9:00 am – 2:00 pm

About: Students will be introduced to the field of Automotive Technology with training to include technical and interpersonal knowledge and skills topics.

Program Locations: Southwest Tennessee Community College-Macon Cove Campus

Number of Students: 20

Contact: CCTE Office 416-7482, Michael Toney

MLG&W Utility Construction Camp

Grades:

Registration: Teacher Referral

Dates: June 2 – June 20, 2025

Time: 9:00 am – 2:00 pm

About: Students will be introduced to the field of Utility Construction with training to include technical and interpersonal knowledge and skills topics.

Program Locations: Southwest Tennessee Community College-Macon Cove Campus

Number of Students: 20

Contact: CCTE Office 416-7482, Michael Toney

Regional One

Grades:

Registration: Teacher Referral

Dates: June 2–6, 2025

Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

About: Students will participate in a Summer Nursing Exploration Clinic to gain an in-depth look at Regional One Health's inpatient nursing units and engage with nurse managers.

Program Locations: Regional One Health

Number of Students: 50

Contact: CCTE Office 416-7482, Dr. Trina Holly

St. Jude Food Services Internship

Grades: 12^th Grade, at least 16 years old, currently enrolled in MSCS Culinary Arts Program

Registration: Application period is closed.

Dates: June 2–13, 2025

Time: 9:00 am – 3:00 pm

About: This internship will prepare students for careers in the culinary and hospitality industries by providing hands-on experience in a professional food services environment. Interns will gain valuable skills in food preparation, customer service, and kitchen operations while working alongside industry professionals at St. Jude.

Program Locations: St. Jude Children's Research Hospital

Number of Students: 4

Contact: CCTE Office 416-7482, Kimberly Jackson