WHAT
A 9-week, full-day, active, educational, safe, and fun-filled summer program exclusively for girls.
(note: half sessions are no longer being offered)
WHEN
June 2 – August 8 (off the week of July 4)
M – F @ 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES
Girls Inc. provides the highest quality, most intentional and most affordable summer program in the region. It is a fun-filled, active, educational summer program for girls ages 6-18.
- Pro-girl, girls-only environment
- Focus on math, reading, and science
- Girls Inc. evidence-based curriculum
- Active, fun days with a focus on healthy lifestyles
- Arts, crafts, music, gardening and more
- Healthy and delicious breakfast, lunch and snack provided each day
- Field trips, guest speakers and presenters throughout the summer
- Swimming each week (beginning week 2)
- Toolbox program for girls ages 12 and up
STAFFING
Each class is led by two trained and caring staff members – a lead instructor and an assistant. In addition, the summer staff includes tutoring, STEM, and behavioral support, all assisted by the Program Director, Youth Development Director, Operations Director and administrative staff.
FEES
Fees include everything – meals, snacks, activities, field trips, swimming, etc.
Activity Fee (one-time per girl): $90 per girl.
Weekly Fees: $50/$75/$100 per week, per child (based on household income and size). Discounts are provided for multiple girls from the same household. Fees are due each week, one week in advance.
REGISTRATION DEADLINE – MAY 16
Registrations will be accepted while space is available, but must be received no later than May 16. Please contact Girls Inc. at 712-252-1088 to ask about openings or about the waiting list.
REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS
Before registration in the Summer Program can be confirmed, we must receive:
- COMPLETE registration form with all required information. (online only)
- Iowa Eligibility Application for meal program (download HERE (español aqui) or below)
- Activity Fee paid.
REFUNDS/CANCELLATION
Once registration is complete and confirmed by Girls Inc., the following deadlines will apply for refunds/cancellation:
- If cancelled by May 16 – refund of any fees paid, less a $25 administrative fee
- If cancelled after May 16, but before program begins, refund of any fees paid less the $90 activity fee
- If cancelled after the program begins, no refund will be issued, AND you will be responsible for half of the fees of any weeks not yet paid.
DOWNLOADABLE FORMS
Iowa Eligibility Form (Food Form) (pdf)
Español (pdf)