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.

Deadline to Apply for a Full or Partial Scholarship is Friday, May 1, 2026. Scholarships are awarded based on need and submitting by the May 1st deadline. Only a limited number of scholarships are available and are not guaranteed.

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*

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Scholarships
Scholarships are awarded based on need and submitting by the May 1st deadline. Only a limited number of scholarships are available and are not guaranteed.

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