smARTen Up

The Manatee Arts Education Council is proud to host the smARTen UP Summer Camp in effort to enhance and enrich the learning of our district’s rising 1st-rising 6th grade students. In addition to art and general music, students directly benefit from this program by receiving instruction from certified and highly-qualified arts educators in arts content areas not traditionally offered in the elementary arts curricula, including dance, theatre, band, orchestra, and community partners.

Scholarship Application Window has Closed

Deadline to Cancel Registration and Receive a Full Refund is Friday, May 15, 2026. No Refunds will be given after Friday, May 15.

smARTen UP

Who

Rising 1st - Rising 6th Grade Students

Dates & Times

Monday, June 1st through Thursday, June 4th

Camp Hours: 8:30 AM- 4:00 PM
Breakfast/Drop-Off: 8:00 - 8:30 AM
Extended Supervision: 7:00 - 8:00 AM, 4:00 - 6:00 PM

Location

Braden River Elementary
6125 River Club Blvd,
Bradenton, FL 34202

Tuition & Fees

$200.00 – Camp Fee ($175.00 for siblings from the same family)
$25.00 – Extended Supervision Fee
$25.00 Registration Fee required for all campers

*If applying for a scholarship, check the appropriate box on the Registration Form and pay $25 at the time of registration*

Photo & Video Galleries

Scholarships

Deadline to Apply for a Full or Partial Scholarship is Friday, May 1, 2026.

Breakfast, Lunch & One snack provided
Free breakfast will be available from 8:00-8:30 AM. Free lunch will be provided during scheduled camp times. Your child may also bring a packed lunch. Feel free to provide as many snacks for your child as you see fit.

Questions
Email Dr. Christy Isaacs (smARTen Up Camp Coordinator) at isaacsc@manateeschools.net

Dr. Christy Isaacs
smARTen Up Camp Director

Event Sponsors

Florida Center for Partnerships for Arts-Integrated Teaching
Manatee Community Foundation
School District of Manatee Florida
Manatee Education Foundation
Hecht Foundation

Arts Partners