2025 SUMMER PROGRAMMING

Plain Local Schools is proud to partner with the YMCA of Central Stark County which will provide our students the opportunity to attend Summer Day Camp closer to home. The camp will take place from June 2 - August 15 from 9:00 am - 4:00 pm. Before and aftercare will be available from 6:30 am - 9:00 am and 4:00 - 6:00 pm. The summer camp is designed for students entering grades 1 through 8 and will take place at GlenOak High School. The YMCA programming is focused on getting kids disconnected from technology and reconnected with laughter, fun, and being outdoors. A special feature of this camp allows Plain Local students the opportunity to attend Plain Local summer academic, enrichment, or sports programming in addition to participating in the YMCA summer camp all in the same day on our GOHS community campus. Campers will be offered breakfast and lunch at no additional charge. Registration is limited.

Enrollment Details

The YMCA will be offering before and aftercare programming from 6:30 am – 6:00 pm at GlenOak High School located at 1801 Schneider St. NE Canton, Ohio 44721. Please contact the YMCA at plchildcare@ymcastark.org to sign up and for details.

Blast off into summer with our Space Explorers Summer Learning Program! This exciting program gives students the chance to have fun while exploring the wonders of space through reading, hands-on activities, and interactive experiences. Students will even have the unique opportunity to chat with an Aerospace Engineer! 
*Space is limited. Last day to register is April 30, 2025 or until sold out.

• WHO: Students currently enrolled in Kindergarten through 3th grade
• WHEN: June 9-27, 2025 (Monday-Friday) 
• LOCATION: GlenOak High School 
• TIME: 8:45 am-12:45 pm
• COST: $75.00
• Notes: Transportation is available at neighborhood cluster stops, and breakfast and lunch are provided for students.

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Plain Local Schools, in partnership with Plain Township Fire & Rescue and the Stark County Sheriff’s Office, is proud to present Safety City. This educational program is designed to introduce pre-kindergarten children to important safety concepts in a fun and non-threatening way. Safety City offers simple, easy-to-understand information that children can apply to stay safe. Questions email fireprevention@plaintownshipstarkoh.gov.

• WHO: Plain Local students entering Kindergarten in 2025
• WHEN: June 9, 10 and 11, 2025 
• LOCATION: Warstler Elementary School
• TIME: 9:00 am-12:00 pm
• COST: FREE

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In collaboration with Plain Township Parks, students will participate in a variety of adventurous outdoor activities designed to keep them moving and engaged. They will work in teams as they rotate through different outdoor sports and group games, building teamwork and having fun along the way. *Space is limited. Last day to register is April 30, 2025 or until sold out.

• WHO: Plain Local students entering grade 5
• WHEN: June 23-26 (Monday-Thursday)
• LOCATION: Leno Park
• TIME: 9:00 am-1:00 pm
• COST: $25.00
• Notes: Transportation is available at neighborhood cluster stops, and breakfast and lunch are provided for students

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The Coding and Gaming Camp combines computer coding skills with Esports Gaming. Using block-based coding, students will work in a drag-and-drop learning environment to create animated stories and games. This camp offers both entry-level and intermediate activities, helping kids build a foundation in computational thinking and Esports strategies through a team-based approach. *Space is limited. Last day to register is April 30, 2025 or until sold out.

• WHO: Plain Local students entering grade 7
• WHEN: June 24-27, 2025 (Tuesday-Friday)
• LOCATION: GlenOak High School ESports Lab
• TIME: 8:45 am-12:45 pm
• COST: $25.00

• Notes: Breakfast and lunch are provided for students

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Have you ever wondered how rockets work, what DNA looks like, or why bridges can hold so much weight? In this week-long Weird Science camp, students in grades 4-6 will explore these fascinating questions and more! They'll dive into biology, chemistry, engineering, anatomy, and physics, creating something new each day. Students will also apply the scientific method, engineering design process, and other hands-on approaches to make science even more fun and engaging! *Space is limited. Last day to register is April 30, 2025 or until sold out.

• WHO: Plain Local students entering grades 4-6
• WHEN: June 23-26, 2025 (Monday-Thursday)
• LOCATION: GlenOak High School 
• TIME: 8:45 am-12:45 pm
• COST: $25.00
• Notes: Breakfast and lunch are provided for students

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Musical Theater Camp puts YOU on stage! Performers of all levels are welcome to explore singing, acting, and dancing. All you need is curiosity and a love for performing. At the end of the week, students will present a final performance showcasing the skills they've learned. This program is led by Amy Sima-Dirham, GlenOak High School Theater Arts Director, along with GlenOak High School Theater students. *Space is limited. Last day to register is April 30, 2025 or until sold out.

• WHO: Plain Local students entering grades 3-8
• WHEN: June 9-16, 2025 (Monday-Friday)
• Note: Camp Public Performance on June 16 at 4:00 pm
• LOCATION: GlenOak High School 
• TIME: 9:00 am-2:00 pm
• COST: $75.00 

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Summer dance classes are offered as an extension of the Plain Local Schools Dance program, under the direction of Jackie Blaydes. Offerings are available for specific grade levels, and all details are listed below. For any questions, please email Mrs. Blaydes at blaydesj@plainlocal.org. The last day to register is May 30, 2025. *Last day to register is May 30, 2025.

Level 3/4 Pointe:

• Dates: June 9 - August 1, 2025

• Days: Mon, Wed & Fri

• Times: 7:30-9:00 AM

• Location: GlenOak High School

• Cost: $100.00

Level 1/2 Pointe:

• Dates: June 9 - August 1, 2025

• Days: Mon, Wed & Fri

• Times: 9:00-10:30 AM

• Location: GlenOak High School

• Cost: $100.00

7th & 8th Grade Pointe:

• Dates: June 10 - July 31, 2025

• Days: Tues & Thur

• Times: 8:00-9:30 AM

• Location: GlenOak High School

• Cost: $75.00

4th - 6th Grade Ballet & Tap:

• Dates: June 9 - July 30, 2025

• Days: Mon & Wed

• Times: 10:30-11:30 AM

• Location: GlenOak High School

• Cost: $55.00

2nd & 3rd Grade Ballet & Tap:

• Dates: June 10 - July 31, 2025

• Days: Tues & Thur

• Times: 9:30-10:30 AM

• Location: GlenOak High School

• Cost: $55.00

Kindergarten - 1st Grade Ballet & Tap:

• Dates: June 10 - July 31, 2025

• Days: Tues & Thur

• Times: 10:30-11:30 AM

• Location: GlenOak High School

• Cost: $55.00

Creative Movement (Pre-K):

• Dates: June 10 - July 31, 2025

• Days: Tues & Thur

• Times: 10:30-11:30 AM

• Location: GlenOak High School

• Cost: $55.00

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