SUMMER PROGRAM
Inequitable access to high-quality academic and enrichment opportunities in the summer substantially contributes to the opportunity gap for low-income children.
SUMMER LEARNING LOSS
National research has found an alarming disparity between school age low-income youth and their more affluent peers when it comes to summer learning.
Children from low-income families are more likely to experience cumulative “summer learning loss”— falling behind on reading and mathematics skills over summer break - as a result of limited access to high-quality summer programs, while children from higher income families make gains.
The aim of Horizons is to mitigate disparities for under-resourced youth.
Our summer program includes high-quality core academics with instruction in STEAM, health and fitness, and cultural enrichment. We provide confidence-building challenges, social-emotional development, and opportunities to build self-esteem. We provide nutritious meals and snacks which are critical to physical well-being and academic development of students over the summer who are not in school to receive meals.
Summer Program Highlights:
Academic enrichment in math and language arts, including a reading specialist
Swim instruction at least 3X per week
Music instruction for all students
Daily nutritious meals
Social-emotional support in the classroom
Transportation to and from the program
Field trips to a variety of San Diego’s cultural and scenic locations
Swim
Swimming is an integral part of the summer program and a unique aspect of the Horizons learning strategy. In learning to swim, students do more than master an important skill; they also learn strategies for tackling fears and overcoming challenges. The resulting self-confidence and resilience foster success in and outside of school.
Swimming is a cornerstone of the Horizons program because it is far more than a life-saving skill. Learning to swim:
Teaches resilience and strategies to overcome fears and obstacles
Inspires children to adopt a healthy lifestyle
Introduces a competitive sport
Teaches skills for summer employment
Is FUN!