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All Spring Forward programs are provided at no cost to children who need extra support.

  • After School Programs

    Our After-School Program is a safe, fun space offering homework help, creative activities, and physical play. Students refuel with a snack, building confidence and ending the day supported.

    K - 6th Grade

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  • Intersession Camps

    Intersession Camps ignite curiosity and creativity through hands-on Art and STEM activities, blending learning and fun to keep students engaged during school breaks.

    K - 6th Grade

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  • Summer Enrichment Camps

    Our camp balances daily math and literacy lessons with plenty of sports, games, and play. We wrap up each week with a fun Friday field trip for lasting memories.

    1st - 6th Grade

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  • “This program was amazing in everything that was offered! My daughter really enjoyed meeting and interacting with new people and all of the great experiences. I am very grateful this was offered to her and did not cost us anything!“ - K.A. (EMSD Parent)

  • “My daughter made new friends from the summer program. She loves to learn so it kept her brain at work, and she got to experience new things like Kayaking. Continue to be the best as I think this is the best summer program around!” - C.R. (BCSD Parent)

  • “Spring Forward is such an amazing program offered during the summer. My kids absolutely loved making new friends, seeing old friends and learning new experiences.” - K.D. (Rock Island Academy Parent)

  • “My son NEVER EVER once complained about going to “summer school” and he really looked forward to getting out of the car EVERYDAY and loved ALL of his teachers. I am so happy this was offered to him. My son truly needed to keep his mind going and this program offered just that, thank you so very much.“ -S.S. (MCV Parent)

IMPACT THIS YEAR

278

725

Students enrolled in Intersession programs

Students enrolled in Summer Enrichment camp

200

71

Students Participated in After School programs

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An Open Letter of Gratitude to the Doris and Victor Day Foundation: A 15-Year Legacy of Impact
An Open Letter of Gratitude to the Doris and Victor Day Foundation: A 15-Year Legacy of Impact

For the past 15 years, the Doris and Victor Day Foundation has been a steadfast champion of Spring Forward's mission, providing a level of support, trust, and partnership that has been truly transformational.

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Summer 2026 in Review: Exploring Our Environment, A Season of Learning and Connection
Summer 2026 in Review: Exploring Our Environment, A Season of Learning and Connection

This summer, 725 students from four school districts and 23 elementary schools joined Spring Forward’s Summer Enrichment Program across eight program sites for an unforgettable season of discovery themed Exploring Our Environment: Connect, Respect, Protect. Supported by 68 community partners and powered by 120 dedicated summer staff, the program brought hands-on learning to life across the Quad Cities.

Students attending regularly spent more than 42 additional hours with certified teachers strengthening academic skills to avoid the “summer slide” and over 50 hours in enrichment through field trips and community partner outreach.

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