Summer enrollment open for WMU's Campus Kids

Contact: Deanne Puca
March 1, 2017

KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University students, employees and the general public are invited to enroll children in the 2017 Campus Kids Summer Program offered by the WMU Children's Place Learning Center.

The program will run from June 12 to Sept. 1, and each week will feature a different theme with special-interest topics. It is open to children who have completed kindergarten, up to age 12. Parents may sign children up by the week or for the entire summer. Enrollment is limited, so those interested are urged to register early while space is available.

Photo of a child painting.

Participants will learn about music, food and cultures from around the world, enjoy the arts, become the next Children’s Place Idol and more. A full list of all 12 weekly themes is available at wmich.edu/childcare/programs/campuskids.

Hours and fees

Center hours are 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday. Special childcare arrangements are available before the June 12 summer program start date, and regular learning programs are available for children aged 15 months to 5 years.

Fees includes $45 for registration and $202.50 per child per week or hourly rates for WMU students of $5.50 and for WMU emloyees and community members of $6.75. Additional fees for field trips may be assessed.

For more information or to register, visit the Campus Kids Summer Program online or call (269) 387-2277.

For more WMU news, arts and events, visit wmich.edu/news.

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