The Region VIII Summer Program is specifically designed to supplement student instruction. Students receive supplementary instructional and support services to achieve a higher level of performance and success. Students are able to access this instructional support through the Home-Based Instructional Program (HBI), STEM Programs (onsite & Virtual), Transitional Academies, and Pre-K Academies.

Services available to students during the summer include:

• Pre-K Academies
• STEM (Science Technology Engineering Math)
• Home-Based Instruction (HBI)
• Environmental/Outdoor Education
• 9th Grade Transition Academies
• Career Awareness
• Health and Safety Programs
• Educational Fairs
• Food Services through the USDA Summer Food Service Program
• Mini-Corps Program
• Out-of-School Youth Program (OSY)
• Study Trips aligned to instructional programs