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2023/2024 Schools Out Guide

February 2, 2024

We've gathered a list of school's out camps for your child to attend this school year! From arts to STEM to sports, we've got you covered. This guide shares all school's out camps for Thanksgiving, Winter Break, Spring Break, and all those days where the kiddos have no school, in between!

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**More camps will be added as they're made public - so check back regularly!


Lee County School District Calendar 2023 - 2024 (Updated 9/6/23 due to Hurricane Idalia closures on 8/29-8/30)

Lee County School District Block Calendar 2023 - 2024 (Updated 9/6/23 due to Hurricane Idalia closures on 8/29-8/30)


School Break Camps

Thanksgiving Break Camps  |  November 20, 2023 - November 24, 2023

Dates have passed. Camps removed.


Winter Break Camps  |  December 22, 2023 - January 8, 2024

Dates have passed. Camps removed.


Spring Break Camps  |  March 15, 2024 - March 22, 2024

Ascend Transition Services Break Camps
Ages: Ages 15-22 + ESE Students
Program Description: We offer break camps for students in 6-12th grade with an IEP. (SF/LS). Leisure activities, Outdoor fun, Cooking, Snacks, Social Skills, Vocational Practice
Cost: $35/day (limit 20 students)
Dates & Times: 8:30am – 2pm  |  March 15, 18-22
Location: Downtown Fort Myers, Exact Address TBD upon registration, Fort Myers, FL 33901

Belle Theatre 2024 Spring Camp

Ages: 5 and up

Program Description: Belle Theatre Camp is a perfect way to get on stage! Children will help with sets, technical aspects, and of course acting! A musical revue featuring musical favorites, iconic classics and everything in-between! Students will work on vocal technique, dance skills, acting and stagecraft throughout the week putting all of these components together for a final performance on Saturday March 23rd at 10am.Cost: $175

Dates & Times: March 15th - March 22nd

Location: The Belle Theatre in Cape Coral

Pineapple Picasso

Ages: 1st-8th Graders

Program Description: Join us for an unforgettable spring break where friendships bloom, laughter echoes, and memories are made! Each day we will focus on 2 or 3 different artists and their creations with a follow-up of an art activity. We will be using paints, oil pastels, markers, and colored pencils.

Dates & Times: Tuesday, March 19th through Thursday, March 21st from 10am-1pm each day

Location: Pineapple Picasso, 2612 Santa Barbara Blvd. Suite 2, Cape Coral, FL

Spring Break Art Retreat Camp
Ages: Ages 7-11
Program Description: Mornings will sparkle with art journaling and meditation for focus and revitalization. Children will unveil hidden talents in the afternoons with the rhythm of music and creative expression.
Cost: $60/day or $250/week for members  |  $70/day or $300/week for non-members
Dates & Times: 9am – 4pm (extended care available)  |  March 18-22
Location: 
Alliance for the Arts, 10091 McGregor Blvd, Fort Myers, FL 33919

William Austin Youth Center Camps
Ages: Ages 5-14
Program Description: Registration Code: 543300. The William Austen Youth Center offers a safe and exciting day when there is no school on non-major holidays and in-service days. Children will have plenty of outdoor play, indoor competitions, and a few specials treats. Pack a lunch and snack for the day and don't stress about the School's Out Days with Parks and Recreation.
Cost: $30
Dates & Times: 6:45am – 6pm  |  March 15
Location: William "Bill" Austen Youth Center, 315 SW 2nd Avenue, Cape Coral, FL, 33991


Other Schools Out Days  |  2023 - 2024 School Year

Labor Day |  September 4, 2023

Date has passed. Camps removed.

Yom Kippur |  September 25, 2023

Date has passed. Camps removed.

Professional Duty Day |  October 16, 2023

Date has passed. Camps removed.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day |  January 15, 2024

Date has passed. Camps removed.

Hurricane Make-up Day |  February 16, 2024

Date has passed. Camps removed.

President's Day |  February 19, 2024

Date has passed. Camps removed.

Easter Weekend |  March 29 & April 1, 2024

Ascend Transition Services Break Camps
Ages: Ages 15-22 + ESE Students
Program Description: We offer break camps for students in 6-12th grade with an IEP. (SF/LS). Leisure activities, Outdoor fun, Cooking, Snacks, Social Skills, Vocational Practice
Cost: $35/day (limit 20 students)
Dates & Times: 8:30am – 2pm  |  April 1
Location: Downtown Fort Myers, Exact Address TBD upon registration, Fort Myers, FL 33901

William Austin Youth Center Camps
Ages: Ages 5-14
Program Description: Registration Code: 543300. The William Austen Youth Center offers a safe and exciting day when there is no school on non-major holidays and in-service days. Children will have plenty of outdoor play, indoor competitions, and a few specials treats. Pack a lunch and snack for the day and don't stress about the School's Out Days with Parks and Recreation.
Cost: $30
Dates & Times: 6:45am – 6pm  |  March 29 - April 1
Location: William "Bill" Austen Youth Center, 315 SW 2nd Avenue, Cape Coral, FL, 33991


Memorial Day |  May 27, 2024

William Austin Youth Center Camps
Ages: Ages 5-14
Program Description: Registration Code: 543300. The William Austen Youth Center offers a safe and exciting day when there is no school on non-major holidays and in-service days. Children will have plenty of outdoor play, indoor competitions, and a few specials treats. Pack a lunch and snack for the day and don't stress about the School's Out Days with Parks and Recreation.
Cost: $30
Dates & Times: 6:45am – 6pm  |  May 27
Location: William "Bill" Austen Youth Center, 315 SW 2nd Avenue, Cape Coral, FL, 33991


Last Day of School |  May 31, 2024