Summer Sage runs for five weeks from June 29 – July 31. Parents can choose the weeks and topics that align with personal schedules and children’s interests. It is not mandatory to sign up for all five weeks.  Week one will be Field Trip Week! It runs from June 29 – July 2. Daily field trip locations to be announced at a later time.

Our day begins at 9:00 a.m. and ends at 3:30 p.m. For an additional fee, we offer an extended day program that runs from 8:00 – 9:00 a.m. and again from 3:30 – 5:00 p.m. Half-day options are available for Pre-Kindergarten children. Participants of aftercare enjoy organized games, outdoor, and free play led by staff. Pick up may occur at any time during this extended period.

Each week Sage Exploration delves into an exciting theme that sparks your child’s curiosity and encourages a love of learning. Participants work with same-aged peers in the morning, immersed in experiential learning that enhances the weekly theme. Lessons and projects are taught through an integrated approach, incorporating STEAM (Science, technology, engineering, arts, math) and Humanities (literacy, history, social studies), in ways that will inspire discovery.

The afternoons provide an opportunity for children to apply what they have learned through a variety of traditional day camp activities, including outdoor exploration, play, special visitors, and creative projects led by our experienced staff. 

Morning Session: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Full-Day Session: 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Full-Day students will have lunch/outdoor time: 12:00 p.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Please contact Mirna Zelic at mzelic@sageschool.org with any questions.

Our new group this summer, Sage Innovation will take a page out of our Sage Academy program where children choose their enrichment workshops based on their likes and passions. Computer science and STEAM offerings will be available for morning or afternoon classes. Students may register to attend either the morning or afternoon sessions, or they may register for both sessions, creating a full-day program.

Morning Session: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Afternoon Session: 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Full-Day students will have lunch/outdoor time: 12:00 p.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Please contact Mirna Zelic at mzelic@sageschool.org with any questions.

Summer Sage Academy is a series of enrichment based workshops offered to curious and motivated students entering Grades 5-8. Each workshop runs for half a day for one week, and students can pick and choose which workshops they want to attend. Sage Academy allows for a uniquely customized summer learning experience!

There are two sessions of workshops offered daily. Students may register to attend either the morning or afternoon sessions, or they may register for both sessions, creating a full-day program.

Morning Session: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Afternoon Session: 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Full-Day students will have lunch/outdoor time: 12:00 p.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Please contact Mirna Zelic at mzelic@sageschool.org with any questions.

New to Summer Sage is the addition of our bus transportation! You spoke and we listened. While you appreciated the workshops and quality programming at Summer Sage, it was too far to reach for some. Not anymore!

A Sage bus will be available to campers and will leave daily at 8:30 a.m. Afternoon pick-up from the school is between 3:30-3:40 p.m. daily. To help accommodate as many families and campers as possible, the pick-up location will be from STAPLES parking lot in Needham.

Staples
163 Highland Avenue
Needham, MA 02494

Our bus transportation is set-up as a weekly option for our campers. While we understand that there may be individual days throughout the summer where a parent may wish to change the pick-up plans for a camper rather than have them ride the bus, families are still required to pay for the full weekly bus service. We ask that all changes of bus plans be made with at least one week’s notice.

Bus transportation is limited and fills to capacity prior to camp. Seats on the bus are offered on a first come first serve basis. We encourage you to enroll as soon as you register for camp and not wait.

Transportation safety is very important to us. Fun fact: Our school bus is driven by our own professional school bus driver and we also own our busses! Parents with any concerns regarding the duration of the bus are welcome to contact Mirna Zelic at mzelic@sageschool.org with any questions.

BUS FEES for 2020

Thank you for choosing Summer Sage Exploration, Innovation and Academy Programs. The fees below include bus transportation to and from camp.

Week 1: Monday, June 29 – Thursday, July 2
$100

Week 2: Monday, July 6 – Friday, July 10
$100

Week 3: Monday, July 13 – Friday, July 17
$100

Week 4: Monday, July 20 – Friday, July 24
$100

Week 5: Monday, July 27 – Friday, July 31
$100

There is a $25 late fee for bus registration completed after June 19.
We will be unable to offer a refund for cancelations.

Sage Exploration participants can cool down this summer in our water inflatables. Once a week students bring their swimsuits and sunscreen and enjoy the sun and each other while they splash down these fun and safe inflatables.  We ask that bathing suits, towels, and sunscreen be provided by parents to ensure maximum enjoyment.

A carry-over from our Sage School year, we offer students the option of pizza on Fridays to be enjoyed during lunch. Pizza fee is charged by the slice. Pizza provided by South Street Pizzeria a Sage Community favorite!