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Friendship Cares is Friendship Public Charter School’s licensed extended day program operated at all six elementary campuses: Armstrong, Blow Pierce, Chamberlain, Ideal, Southeast, and Woodridge campuses.
Friendship Cares is a fee-based licensed childcare program. The weekly fee is $75 per child (Pre-K3 and up). Childcare subsidy is available to those who qualify. ALL PARENTS must schedule an appointment online with our Eligibility Specialist.
Select and register for an 8am – 1pm academic program on our Summer Academic Programs page.
Once registered in an academic program, click here to register for the Friendship Cares Summer Camp.
Contact the Friendship Cares Compliance Manager at 202-281-1714 if you have any questions.
Summer Camp is just around the corner, and we are excited to introduce this year’s theme, “Passport to History!” Throughout the program, students will embark on an engaging journey across time, exploring different historical periods, cultures, and civilizations through hands-on activities, interactive lessons, and enriching field experiences. The first week will focus on introducing the theme and establishing a positive program culture, routines, and expectations.
In Week 2, students will explore “The Heart of DC: History Edition,” where they will learn about key historical figures, local landmarks, and how Washington, DC’s history shapes our community today. Week 3 transports students to “The Middle Ages: Castles and Kings,” where they will dive into medieval society, architecture, and storytelling through creative and engineering-based activities. In Week 4, students will investigate “Ancient Egypt: Mysteries of the Nile,” learning about geography, culture, and the innovations of ancient civilizations through interactive projects and potential museum experiences.
The final week will serve as a celebratory culmination of learning, featuring themed activities such as a movie day, a Passport Celebration, a swim day, and a field trip to Cameron Run. This summer experience is designed to spark curiosity, build critical thinking skills, and provide students with meaningful opportunities to explore history in fun and memorable ways.
Locations: Armstrong, Blow Pierce, Chamberlain, Ideal, Southeast, and Woodridge
Before Care: 7:00am – 7:55am
Summer Academic Programs: 8:00am – 1:00pm (Breakfast and lunch included)
Friendship Cares Summer Camp: 1:00pm – 5:30pm
*All current Pre-K3 through 5th grade students must be enrolled in ONE of the academic programs in order to participate in the Friendship Cares Summer Camp. Please be aware that there is a separate registration process for the academic programs.
*In addition to registering for academic program, all OSSE required supplemental forms must be completed and approved before your child can be fully admitted and start the summer camp.
Please email us at FriendshipCares@friendshipschools.org.
