Summer Scholars
Sumner County Schools is excited to announce Summer Scholars 2026, a four-week academic program designed to strengthen student foundations and prepare learners for the year ahead. Running from June 1 through June 25, 2026, this program provides high-quality, targeted instruction for currently enrolled, PreK through eighth (8) grade students.
Program Theme: S.T.R.I.V.E.
Summer Scholars is built around the S.T.R.I.V.E. framework — a balanced approach that supports academic growth, creativity, and wellness.
STEM - Hands-on science, technology, engineering, and math activities that encourage problem-solving, curiosity, and innovation.
Targeted Intervention - Small-group instruction focused on strengthening individual skill gaps and reinforcing key academic concepts.
Reading and Literacy - Daily reading, writing, and language activities to build comprehension, vocabulary, and a love of reading.
Integrated Math - Real-world math applications that promote critical thinking and confidence with numbers.
Visual Arts - Creative projects that encourage self-expression, imagination, and artistic exploration.
Exercise - Structured physical activity to support healthy habits, teamwork, and overall wellness.
Program Highlights:
- Dates: June 1 - June 25, 2026
- Days: Monday - Thursday
- Time: 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- Services: Transportation and meals are provided at no cost to participating families
- Curriculum: Targeted, small-group sessions led by expert educators
Registration
Registration is closed
Program Locations:
*Bus transportation will only be provided based on your current school zone listed below.*
- Benny Bills Elementary
- School Zone - Benny Bills, Vena Stuart
- Bethpage Elementary
- School Zone - Bethpage, Westmoreland, North Sumner
- Howard Elementary
- School Zone - Howard, Jack Anderson, Station Camp, Guild
- Liberty Creek Elementary
- School Zone - Liberty Creek, White House, HB Williams, Millersville, Madison Creek, Beech, William Burrus
- Liberty Creek Middle
- School Zone - Liberty Creek, TW Hunter, White House, Ellis, Knox Doss, Hawkins
- Nannie Berry Elementary
- School Zone - Nannie Berry, Indian Lake, Gene Brown, Lakeside Park, Walton Ferry, George Whitten
- Shafer Middle
- School Zone - Shafer, Rucker-Stewart, Station Camp, Westmoreland, Portland East, Portland West
- Watt Hardison Elementary
- School Zone - Watt Hardison, Portland Gateview, JW Wiseman, Clyde Riggs, Oakmont
Summer Scholars Menu
June 1 through June 25
Monday
Breakfast
Chocolate Muffin
Fruit or Juice
Chocolate or White Milk
Lunch
Chicken Sandwich
Fresh Broccoli
Fresh Fruit
Chocolate or White Milk
Snack
Cheez-Its
Water
Tuesday
Breakfast
Breakfast Pizza
Fruit or Juice
Chocolate or White Milk
Lunch
Pizza Crunchers
Carrots & Ranch
Fresh Fruit
Chocolate or White Milk
Snack
Rice Krispie Treats
Water
Wednesday
Breakfast
Eggo Waffles
Fruit or Juice
Chocolate or White Milk
Lunch
Pulled Pork Sandwich
Baked Beans
Fresh Fruit
Chocolate or White Milk
Snack
Scooby Snack Cookies
Water
Thursday
Breakfast
Chicken Biscuit
Fruit or Juice
Chocolate or White Milk
Lunch
Hamburger
Potato Smiles
Cupped Fruit
Chocolate or White Milk
Snack
Apple w/ String Cheese
Water
![Benny Bill Elementary]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1726770156/sumnerschoolsorg/whmj0vz7ad7kh0hkskax/Benny-Bills-Elementary.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1726770156/sumnerschoolsorg/whmj0vz7ad7kh0hkskax/Benny-Bills-Elementary.png","width":300}])
![Bethpage Elementary]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1726770387/sumnerschoolsorg/g5sikd4jbyghieao811r/Bethpage-Elementary.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1726770387/sumnerschoolsorg/g5sikd4jbyghieao811r/Bethpage-Elementary.png","width":300}])
![Howard Elementary School]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1726775895/sumnerschoolsorg/dbde5vucl3ilpvvuqjiz/Howard-Elementary.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1726775895/sumnerschoolsorg/dbde5vucl3ilpvvuqjiz/Howard-Elementary.png","width":300}])
![Liberty Creek Elementary School]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1726777423/sumnerschoolsorg/etqszaa8ulbznc5jig7u/Liberty-Creek-Elementary.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1726777423/sumnerschoolsorg/etqszaa8ulbznc5jig7u/Liberty-Creek-Elementary.png","width":300}])
![Nannie Smith Berry Elementary School]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1726779938/sumnerschoolsorg/hmi0ibl7cwpwaaon09ws/Nannie-Berry-Elementary.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1726779938/sumnerschoolsorg/hmi0ibl7cwpwaaon09ws/Nannie-Berry-Elementary.png","width":300}])
![Watt Hardison Elementary School]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1726780834/sumnerschoolsorg/wtdhwtw5k03bkmy50rfx/Watt-Hardison-Elementary.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1726780834/sumnerschoolsorg/wtdhwtw5k03bkmy50rfx/Watt-Hardison-Elementary.png","width":300}])
![Liberty Creek Middle School]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1726779387/sumnerschoolsorg/wpv4vbrvk6ty3topnzyp/Liberty-Creek-Middle.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1726779387/sumnerschoolsorg/wpv4vbrvk6ty3topnzyp/Liberty-Creek-Middle.png","width":300}])
![Joseph E. Shafer Middle School]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1726776105/sumnerschoolsorg/dpytorjjc8xzq8lzyz2e/Shafer-Middle.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1726776105/sumnerschoolsorg/dpytorjjc8xzq8lzyz2e/Shafer-Middle.png","width":300}])