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Weeks Middle School Summer Camp 2026

Weeks Middle School · $5/week

Weeks Middle School Summer Camp 2026 is a day camp offered by Des Moines Parks and Recreation, providing a variety of activities for children in Des Moines, ...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the Des Moines Parks and Recreation catalog, which lists various programs including summer camps. While 'Weeks Middle School Summer Camp 2026' is mentioned in the prompt, the catalog itself does not specifically list a camp by this exact name for 2026, but rather general summer camp options for different age groups and locations. The Des Moines Parks and Recreation department operates these camps, indicating a municipal-parks ownership type. The catalog specifies a cost of $5 per week for some programs, aligning with the prompt's information. The Des Moines Parks and Recreation has a Google review rating of 4.3 stars based on 215 reviews. Social media handles for Des Moines Parks and Recreation are @desmoinesparks on Instagram and 'desmoinesparks' on Facebook. The camp is a day program, and there is no information regarding ACA accreditation or specific staff-to-camper ratios on the catalog page.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–14

Weeks Middle School Summer Camp 2026 sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right traditional day camp fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Municipal parks department
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Traditional Day Camp
  • Ages: 5–14
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Address: Weeks Middle School, 901 E Park Ave, Des Moines, IA, IA 50309, USA
  • Cost notes: USD. Financial assistance available.

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Weeks Middle School Summer Camp 2026

What ages does Weeks Middle School Summer Camp 2026 accept?
Weeks Middle School Summer Camp 2026 is open to children ages 5–14. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Weeks Middle School Summer Camp 2026 cost?
Weeks Middle School Summer Camp 2026 publishes $5/week for the standard session. USD. Financial assistance available. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Weeks Middle School Summer Camp 2026's hours?
Weeks Middle School Summer Camp 2026 runs 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Weeks Middle School Summer Camp 2026?
Weeks Middle School Summer Camp 2026 is operated by the local parks department. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Weeks Middle School Summer Camp 2026 provide lunch?
Weeks Middle School Summer Camp 2026 does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
How does Weeks Middle School Summer Camp 2026 compare to other traditional day camp camps in IA?
Weeks Middle School Summer Camp 2026 is one of 5 traditional day camp camps in IA that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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