Applications for Summer Programs will open on April 2, 2026.
Questions? Please contact summerschool@nullnps.k12.nj.us.
Additional Information
All programs are completely free to Newark residents, unless otherwise noted.
Mandatory Criteria
Based on your child’s NJSLA, MAP Growth, and Amira Learning scores, they are required to participate in the 2026 Summer Achieve Program to support their academic growth.
Attendance
Elementary
Attendance will be taken daily. Parents of elementary students who have an unexcused absence will be contacted via phone. Students who do not attend within the first three days of the program may lose their seat.
High School
Students enrolled in the Accelerated Program are required to be in attendance every day.
Non-NBOE Student Enrollment
Students who are enrolled in NBOE during the 2025-2026 school year are eligible to enroll in summer school throughout the application period. Students who are residents of Newark but were not enrolled in a public school are also eligible to enroll in summer programs via the application on a space-available and program-specific basis.
Students who are not residents of the City of Newark may not attend NBOE summer programs.
Non-NBOE students will be asked to provide proof of residency. Examples of proof of residency include (family must provide two from the following list): Voter registration card, deed or mortgage statement, recent property tax bills (last 6-months), utility bills (water, gas or electric), driver’s license, federal, state or county issued identification (containing a home address), financial account information (containing home address), employment documents and/or benefit
statement containing home address.