Get Ready for 5th Quarter:
Next Level Summer 2025!
Boston Public Schools is excited to bring students and families an unforgettable summer experience in 2025 through 5th Quarter: Next Level Summer—a citywide collection of high-quality programs that combine academic support with hands-on enrichment, career exploration, and just plain fun.
From elementary to high school, there's something for every learner. Explore a wide range of free summer opportunities including camps, learning academies, sailing, dance, visual arts, and more! Whether your student wants to catch up, get ahead, or try something new, this is the summer to do it.
Programs like credit recovery, course completion, Extended School Year (ESY), and the Exam School Initiative (ESI) ensure students stay on track academically. Meanwhile, exciting partnerships with the City of Boston and the Private Industry Council open doors to real-world job experiences, career pathways, and meaningful mentorship.
5th Quarter: Next Level Summer is your gateway to discovery, growth, and connection. Check out the full list of programs on this page and take your summer to the next level!
Thank you to our students and families—you are what makes BPS thrive.
Mental Health Services
Please visit Behavioral Health Services for information on how to access summer mental health services for your child.