SCHOOL'S OUT!
School’s Out! offers a fun curriculum-based, program for families with K-8 youth that need care during scheduled school vacations and days off.
Register for full or half-day sessions or a mix! Participants engage in exciting activities throughout the COMO campus, utilizing areas such as the pottery studio, tennis courts, Makerspace, soccer fields, outdoor classroom, Children's Garden, and MORE! For questions, please reach out to Youth Program Administrator Crystal-Ann Zeck at c.zeck@thecomo.or or 860-535-2476.
“My boys love the schools out program. They appreciate that they are kept busy and I appreciate that they are learning. There’s a wide variety of activities and the staff is the best.”
“My daughter loved the 3D printing and making the bird feeder and nest! I loved that she had somewhere fun and educational to go to with flexible hours for my husband while I was traveling on business. Thanks COMO!”
Member Pricing:
Before Care: 7-9 a.m. | $11
Half Day: 9 -12 p.m. or
1-4 p.m. | $42
Full Day: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. | $58
After Care: 4-6 p.m. | $11
Non-Member Fee:
Additional
$10/Full Day, $5/Half Day
2023-2024 School’s Out Days (Full Day Themes Below!)
November 7 | December 26-29 | February 20 | March 6 | April 2 | April 8-12
November 7
Celebrating National Native American Heritage Month with arts, crafts, and games reminiscent of historical Indigenous life.
December 26-29 | Winter Explorations - From Pole to Pole, We Explore the Science of Winter!
Dec 26: Ice is Nice
AM: Snowy art and icy science
PM: Winter structures - As winter winds blow, we will challenge our builders to create structures that stand up to nature's most unruly winter weather!
Dec 27: Winter Animals & Adaptations
AM: Investigating animal adaptations to winter weather
PM: Winter-themed gross motor games in the gym
Dec 28: From Canvas to Stage: School’s Out! Explores the Arts
AM: Improv skits and storyboarding
PM: Fine arts and pottery
Dec 29: Celebrate the New Year with Friends at the COMO!
AM: New Years themed arts & crafts
PM: It’s all fun & games when ringing in the new year!
Glowforge laser cutter fun in the makerspace!
School’s Out! students playing basketball in the gym.
Hiking around the COMO Campus!
February 20: We’re Full S.T.E.A.M Ahead!
AM: Maker morning - Participants will join STEAM Director Victoria Witte for a morning of creation and innovation!
PM: Nature’s Makers - learn about Nature's builders and engage in hands-on activities using natural materials.
March 6: March Madness - Athletics and Beyond!
AM: Gym games and more with Athletic Director T.J. Faeth
PM: COMO paddle experience - School’s Out hits the courts
April 2: Team Building Bonanza - Discover our Inner Leader and Build Connections with Others!
AM: Partner Activities
PM: Group gathering - let’s work together!
April 8-12: Spring has Sprung - Investigate the Changing World Around Us!
April 8: The Search is on for Signs of Spring!
AM: Spring scavenger hunt hike
PM: Pond Pals - learning about the plants and animals that call our pond home.
April 9: Powerful Pollinators - Bees and beyond!
AM: Plant life cycle activities and lessons
PM: Athletics Experience with Athletic Director T.J Faeth
April 10: Flower Power - Floral Art and Science!
AM: Flower Dissection - exploring the parts of a flower
PM: Floral-inspired art projects
April 11: Wild Weather - From Rain to Rainbows!
AM: Learn what drives spring's wackiest weather
PM: Wild weather, gross motor, and art!
April 12: Backyard birds - Our Springtime Friends!
AM: Learn about a few of our most common spied species and go bird watching!
PM: Borough excursion - exploring the Stonington Borough
Program Cancellation Policy:
No refunds or credits will be issued for changes or cancellations within 7 days of the program start. Outside of 7 days, enrichment program fees are eligible to receive COMO credit less a 20% administrative fee. COMO credits will be shown on your online member account and expire a year after they are issued. If the program has a waitlist and the space can be filled immediately, a refund less a 20% administrative fee can be processed. If COMO cancels a program, refunds will be provided. Make-up dates may be provided at the instructors' discretion if a class is canceled.