Summer Camps & Activities

Have fun this summer with camps and activities tailored to students from preschool through 12th grade!

Apply for a Youth Enrichment Scholarship

Apply for a Youth Enrichment Scholarship

Hopkins Community Ed is dedicated to meeting lifelong learning needs for all Hopkins School District residents and students enrolled in Hopkins Public Schools. All of the scholarship aid available has been contributed by Hopkins families, supportive community members, and Hopkins businesses. The amount of scholarship is limited and is intended to serve as a temporary resource.

Hopkins Community Education scholarship funds can only be used towards the cost of Hopkins Youth Enrichment classes and Camp Royal Camps (up to 50%). Funds cannot be applied to Adult courses or events. One request per family per season/catalog will be considered. Classes and camps will be paid at a maximum of 50% not to exceed $50 per catalog/season per student. Maximum of $150 per year per student.

Summer 2025 Scholarship Application

Please complete the Hopkins Community Education Scholarship application online or visit us in person at the Community Education Office at 1001 Highway 7, Suite 170 in Hopkins. Printed applications can be emailed to community.education@hopkinsschools.org.

All Scholarship requests must be made through the application. Information provided in the scholarship application will be kept confidential. In order to fairly assess a family's eligibility, all information requested must be complete or your application will not be processed.

Questions?

952-988-4070

community.education@hopkinsschools.org

Preschool Options

Hop-Kids: Preschool-Age

ECFE Summer Classes

Hopkins Summer Preschool

Elementary Options

Camp Royal: Grades K-5

Camp Royal

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Join us at Camp Royal!

Camp Royal provides high-quality summer programming for scholars entering kindergarten through fifth grade in an inclusive, caring environment. Our campers will develop curiosity, exploration, and creativity while building meaningful connections with other children and adults.

Our Monday-Thursday camps are designed around half-day blocks, with drop-off times starting at 8:30 a.m., and pick-up by 4:30 p.m. Sign up for a full or half day.

Explore art, sports, science and technology (STEM), cooking, pottery, crafts, or digital skills in a supportive environment.

Registration for summer 2025 Camp Royal opens February 17, 2025 at 8pm:

Location

Eisenhower Elementary
Enter in Door N
1001 Hwy. 7
Hopkins, MN 55305

Please check individual camp descriptions for camps that are held in other locations.

Days & Times

Monday-Thursday
June 10 to August 14, 2025

Drop off starts at 8:30 a.m.
Pick up by 4:30 p.m.
All pick ups and drop offs should be made in the bus loop.

Supervised lunch: 12-1 p.m.

Camp Fees

We've priced our camps at an affordable price point for families. Payment plans are available at registration.

We are committed to equal access for all Hopkins Public Schools students. If you are concerned about pricing, limited scholarships for activities are available. Please fill out the Scholarship Application prior to registering.

Electronic Devices

Meals

Payment Plans and Cancellation Policy

We realize many families will be signing up for multiple weeks and would like a payment plan option. Payment plans are available at registration.

We will gladly refund your class registration fee if you cancel and request a refund five business days prior to the first class, minus a $5 cancellation fee.

We reserve the right to cancel a class due to low enrollment. In that case, we will contact you and make arrangements to refund your class fee.

Transportation

Questions & Registration:
Call 952-988-4070 or email
Jennifer.Pierce@
HopkinsSchools.org OR Deante.Michaud@HopkinsSchools.org.

During summer programming time:
Call the Community Education office at 952-988-4070.

Need help registering for Camp Royal?

If you need help registering your child for Camp Royal, please call 952-988-4070.

Kids & Company: Grades 1-6

Contract requests opened online February 17, 2025 at 8 p.m.

We take all of the fun from our school-year program and add clubs, theme days, service learning, maker space fun, STEM, leadership opportunities, and special events!

Open: Monday-Friday, 7 a.m.-6 p.m.

Dates: June 16-Aug. 15 (closed June 19 and July 4)

Locations: Kids & Company (entering grades 1-4): Alice Smith, Glen Lake, Meadowbrook

BLinK (entering grades 5-6): North Middle School

Meals: Information about the summer meals program will be available online.

Scheduling: Come every day throughout the summer, Monday Friday, or as few as 10 days to fit around your summer activities.

Request Contract for the Kids & Company Summer Program

Royal Learning Academy: Grades 1-5

Join us at Royal Learning Academy!

Classes are taught by licensed teachers and are designed to support academic and social skills in a fun atmosphere. Our goal is to provide a program that enhances student engagement, creates meaningful experiences, builds relationships, and supports students’ academic goals. The curriculum is well thought out and designed to meet the academic needs of your student. Student voice (and choice) is an important aspect of engaged learning. Scholars are required to attend 6 full weeks. Funding for your child’s participation is provided by the State of Minnesota’s Targeted Services program. Participation is optional and at the discretion of parents. Please confirm enrollment as soon as possible as classes fill quickly! Scholars must qualify for Royal Learning Academy and must have been invited.

Royal Learning Academy registration opens on February 17 at 8PM:

REGISTER ONLINE

Location

Eisenhower Elementary
Enter in Door A
1001 Hwy. 7
Hopkins, MN 55305

Meals

Breakfast and lunch will be provided by Hopkins School Nutrition. Registration for breakfast or lunch is not required. Parents and Guardians should see the School Nutrition website for the meal calendar.

Transportation

Transportation is available at pre-selected bus stop locations. Please choose your closest stop during registration.

Days & Times

Monday-Friday

June 16-July 25, 2025

No programming on June 19 & July 4.

9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. with transportation

Drop Off: Starts at 8:45am

Pick-Up: By 2:15 p.m. if taking a bus or parent pick-up

All pick-ups and drop offs should be made at Door A.

Extended Enrichment: 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. parent pick-up only

High School Credit Recovery

Teen Activities

Our teen summer program encourages greater independence and character development as they meet new friends, develop new skills, and explore their passions. Teens will discover new talents and connect with friends in safe and inclusive spaces.

Teen opportunities include many new offerings this summer, particularly for middle school students!

Sports like flag football, soccer, basketball, volleyball and more as well as strength & conditioning options taught by our very own professional coach.
Many middle school pottery options throughout the summer.
New offerings like robotics, hair braiding, game coding, cooking, baking, chess, and more!
Drivers Education classes throughout the summer to build safe and responsible teen drivers.

Registration for summer 2025 will open on February 17 at 8pm.