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Drop-In Summer Camps in Winter Garden, FL: Introducing Social Studio
Four hours. Real-world skills. A community where kids learn to thrive Summer is here, and if you're a parent in the Winter Garden area, you've probably asked yourself at least once: "What's my child actually learning this summer?" Not just keeping busy, but genuinely growing, connecting, and building skills they'll use for the rest of their lives. At Plant Street Academy, we've been asking that same question. And the answer is Social Studio, our drop-in program designed to gi
Margarita Grisales
Jun 54 min read


Why Some Homeschool Families Are Careful About Summer Programs
Homeschool families are often thoughtful and intentional about the environments they place their children in especially during the summer. This article explores some of the biggest reasons homeschool parents hesitate to enroll in programs, and why many families are now searching for more meaningful alternatives to traditional summer camps in Winter Garden and Clermont.
Jacquie Peterson
May 143 min read


Looking for Alternatives to Summer Camp? Some Kids Need a Different Kind of Summer
Some kids thrive in traditional summer camps. Others need something different. This article explores why confidence, creativity, communication, and real-world connection matter more than ever—and why the right environment can completely change a child’s summer experience.
Jacquie Peterson
May 123 min read


Not Every Child Needs This Program… But Some Really Do.
Not every child needs this program. But for the right child… It can change everything. Because when something is the right fit, you don’t have to force it. You see it. You feel it. And your child responds to it. At Plant Street Academy, we’ve designed our programs around real-world skills, communication, and confidence. That works incredibly well for some students. For others, it may not be the right environment and that’s okay. If you’re considering a summer program or looki
Jacquie Peterson
Apr 252 min read
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