Summer is almost upon us, and we are excited about our upcoming CYC summer programs for elementary, middle, and high school -aged youth. We’ll keep this page current as applications, dates, and other information become available. It’s going to be an amazing summer.
** Update 03.22.23: Dianne Feinstein ES signups and
waitlist are now at capacity. **
Elementary School Programs
CYC will offer a 6-week, full-day program with weekly field trips starting in early June 2023. Students will experience a summer filled with different STEAM activities as they look into the future of our community and the world around them, learn about important innovations, and discuss the positive change youth can make for the future.
- For Rising 1st to Rising 6th Graders
- Open to all youth
- Lunch and snack provided
- Dates are tentative based on school site availability; program closed on SFUSD holidays
- Application link: [coming soon in mid-March]
- Contact Vicky Chung-Louie (vickyc@cycsf.org), Sr. Program Manager for more information
Dianne Feinstein Elementary School
2550 25th Avenue, SF, CA 94116
6/7/23 – 7/18/23
Monday thru Friday 9am – 5pm (with AM & PM care option available)
Limited priority slots to DFES students
Cost: $400
FAQ for parents
Redding Elementary School
1421 Pine Street, SF, CA 94109
6/5/23 – 7/14/23
Monday thru Friday from 9am – 4pm
Priority goes to students at Redding
Cost: $200 (sliding scale/ financial assistance upon request)
George Moscone Elementary School
2576 Harrison Street, SF, CA 94110
6/7/23 – 7/18/23
Monday thru Friday from 9am – 4pm
Priority goes to students at Moscone
Cost: $175 (sliding scale/financial assistance upon request)
Middle School Programs
For middle school students, CYC will offer three, 6-week summer programs open to all youth.
- Hybrid program: Our virtual/hybrid program will promote social, communication, and leadership skills through various online and in-person learning opportunities, including weekly field trips.
- Willie “Woo Woo” Wong program: Our Chinatown program at Willie Woo Woo Wong Clubhouse will provide youth with access to academic support and enrichment classes that include STEAM curricula, literacy, physical exercise, and project-based learning.
- Aptos Beacon Center World Tour Summer Camp: This comprehensive summer program encourages skill-building, project-based learning, social development, and community-building. Youth can choose from a variety of classes that match their interests and curiosity—e.g., DIY arts, STEM, sports and fitness, arts and recreation, college and career exploration, and academic development. We will offer exciting weekly field trips providing fun and outdoor adventure.
Hybrid Program (Virtual + Field Trips)
6/12/23-7/21/23
Monday thru Tuesday (Zoom) from 11am – 2pm
Wednesday thru Friday (Park Day/Field Trip) 11am – 3pm
Rising 6th to Rising 8th Graders
Open to all youth
Cost: Free
Contacts: Jacky Wong, Sr. Case Manager (jackyw@cycsf.org) and
Kyle Chan, Program Director, (kylec@cycsf.org)
Willie “Woo Woo” Wong Clubhouse
830 Sacramento St, SF, CA 94108
6/12/23 – 7/21/23 (closed on SFUSD holidays)
Monday thru Friday (hours TBD)
Rising 6th to Rising 10th Graders
Cost: Free
Contact: cycchinatown@cycsf.org
This summer program is currently full. Please contact us for any futher questions.
Aptos Beacon Center World Tour Summer Camp
105 Aptos Avenue, SF, CA 94109
6/12/23-7/21/23 (tentative; dates to be determined based on school site availability)
9:30am – 3:30pm
Rising 6th to Rising 9th Graders
Priority goes to current Aptos Beacon and high-need youth
Free lunch
Cost: Free
CYC Contact: Alejandro Escalera, Site Coordinator (alejandroe@cycsf.org)
Contact the school directly for more information.
High School Programs
For high school students, CYC is excited to offer the following 6-week programs this summer for Rising 9th to Rising 12th graders. Dates below are tentative and dependent on school site availability.
- Balboa Project and SFI Programs: These comprehensive programs will encourage skill-building, project-based learning, social development, and community building. Youth will have opportunities to select a combination of academic and enrichment classes such as Writing, College Readiness & Exploration, STEM, Health & Fitness and DIY Art.
- CYC College & Career Access Summer Program: This program is designed for API high school students who want to explore their college and career opportunities. This program prepares students to be successful in the college application process—including their personal statements, financial aid applications, and scholarship applications—and create career journeys to fulfill their unique personal, educational, and professional potential.
Balboa Project
Location TBD (may be Balboa HS, 1000 Cayuga Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94112)
6/12/23-7/21/23
10am – 3pm
Open to all youth (priority goes to current Balboa students for a limited time).
Free lunch
Cost: $0
Contact: Mario Nunez, Site Coordinator, marion@cycsf.org
Application link: coming soon
San Francisco International HS
Location: TBD
6/12/23-7/21/23
10am – 3pm
Open to San Francisco International students only
Free lunch
Cost: Free
For application link or further information: Email Kelly Tong, Site Coordinator (kellyt@cycsf.org)
CYC College and Career Access Summer Program
6/12/23 – 7/27/23
Mondays & Wednesdays 3:30pm – 5pm
Fridays 1:00pm to 4:00pm
SoCal College Overnight Retreat @ UCLA Upon Completion of Program: 7/24/23-7/27/23
Location: City College of San Francisco, Chinatown/North Beach Campus (Tentatively)
Open to Asian Pacific Islander youth who are either San Francisco Residents and/or SFUSD students
Interview Required, Commitment to all Workshops and Events
Cost: $300
Contacts: Annie Tong, Program Manager (anniet@cycsf.org) and Daphne Wong-Ha, Program Director (daphnew@cycsf.org)