ANN ARBOR — A local nonprofit is running two free weeklong academic enrichment sessions in Ann Arbor this summer for elementary students across Michigan, offering in-person classes on core subjects and critical thinking at no cost to families.
Program details and schedule
Camp AG, a certified 501(c)(3) organization founded by high school students in Ann Arbor, will run its main program at A2 STEAM, located at 912 Barton Drive. The sessions are scheduled for July 27–31 and Aug. 3–7, with daily hours from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The camp is open to students in third through fifth grade from anywhere in Michigan.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Camp AG (501(c)(3)) |
| Location | A2 STEAM, 912 Barton Drive, Ann Arbor |
| Dates | July 27–31 and Aug. 3–7, 2026 |
| Hours | 9 a.m.–3 p.m. daily |
| Ages | Grades 3–5 |
Curriculum and goals
Organizers say the weeklong sessions combine classroom-style instruction with hands-on activities across subjects such as math, English, logic, history and topical explorations like propaganda. The stated aim is to provide academic enrichment to students whose families may lack access to paid summer programs.
- Two one-week sessions hosted in Ann Arbor
- Open to third- through fifth-grade students statewide at no charge
- Instruction includes core academics and critical-thinking topics
Local context and potential impact
The program arrives amid ongoing demand for affordable summer learning options in Washtenaw County. For working families, free daytime programming that includes both academic content and structured supervision can fill gaps created when school is out and paid camps are beyond reach. Holding the camp at A2 STEAM — a local hub for hands-on science, technology, engineering, arts and math activities — also connects younger students with community resources and potential pathways to longer-term enrichment.
Camp AG’s founders, high school students who launched the nonprofit in Ann Arbor, have signaled an intent to grow the program and serve more Michigan families in coming summers. Expansion would depend on funding, volunteers and partnerships with local organizations like A2 STEAM and other civic groups.
How to enroll or get more information
Families interested in enrolling a child or learning more should visit the Camp AG website for registration details and any application requirements. Because space at in-person sessions can be limited, organizers encourage early sign-up. The program’s free model may rely on donations, grants and volunteer support, so residents and local businesses wanting to assist can inquire through the same site.
As Ann Arbor continues to host summer programs for youth, this offering fills a niche for low-cost, academically focused enrichment during the summer break.
