HUNTSVILLE — Huntsville City Schools students have exciting options for staying engaged during fall break, thanks to the city’s Parks & Recreation Department.
Registration for fall break camps opens Monday at 8 a.m. With the online registration platform, families can easily sign up for camps, ensuring a smooth and convenient registration process.
“Our full-day and specialty camps allow students to stay active during school breaks,” said Dorianne Johnson, Superintendent of Recreation for Community Services. “Our goal is to provide a safe environment where campers can be engaged, socialize with their peers and learn new skills.”
Full-day camps
From Oct. 6-10, full-day camps will be available at four centers: Mark Russell, Cavalry Hill, Richard Showers and Fern Bell. Camps run from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., for grades 1-6, with a fee of $50 for the first child and $30 for each additional sibling. Activities include art, outdoor play and games, supervised by Parks & Recreation staff. Snacks will be provided, but children should bring their own lunch.
Specialty camps
Five specialty camps will also be offered during the break. Costs for specialty camps vary.
- Art Mini Camp I (Grades 1-6): 6-7, 8:30 a.m. to noon, Optimist Recreation Center
- Art Mini Camp II (Grades 1-6): 9-10, 8:30 a.m. to noon, Optimist Recreation Center
- STEM Program (Grades 1-6): 6-10, 8 a.m. to noon, Dr. Robert Shurney Legacy Center
- STEM Art Camp (Ages 12-16): 6-10, 3-5 p.m., Max Luther Community Center
- Fall Basketball Skill Camp (Ages 10-14): 6-9, 3-5 p.m., Lakewood Community Center
Visit Parks & Recreation’s online registration platform to browse camp offerings and register.
