ACADEMICS
SUMMER PROGRAM
Join us for our five week program • July 8 – August 10, 2026
A SUMMER OF POSSIBILITIES
Riverview’s Summer Program combines skill-building with classic summer fun, all on our beautiful Cape Cod campus. Students strengthen their independent living and executive functioning skills, all while enjoying camp activities alongside friends. Whether a current Riverview student or joining for additional summer support, all learners benefit from academic support, social growth, and an unforgettable summer experience.
In my free time I like to play frisbee. Sometimes I bring my speaker out because everybody loves music. So why not have a little fun with it?
Charlie
Middle school & high school
Riverview Summer Program’s middle and high school students (ages 11–19) focus on academics, developing independence, and building meaningful social connections.
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Academics
Mornings in Riverview Summer are dedicated to academic instruction, focusing on a thematic and integrated curriculum across subjects. Reading, writing, and the arts are all connected to one central theme to provide a meaningful, multi-sensory learning environment. Students also receive math instruction, participate in electives, and explore new interests.
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Activities & Outings
Riverview Summer is all about exploration, connection, and creating lasting memories. Students make the most of summer on Cape Cod with a wide variety of age-appropriate activities, including beach outings and kayaking, concerts, fairs, baseball games, and more. These experiences offer the joy and freedom of a classic teen summer, filled with fun, friendship, and stepping outside of comfort zones.
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Social Skills
Social skills training is a cornerstone of the Riverview Summer Program. Whether it’s in the dorms, classrooms, or elective activities, every activity is thoughtfully designed to promote personal growth and real-world application. Community outings give students the chance to practice classroom-learned skills in everyday settings.
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Independent Living
Students develop essential life skills such as time management, daily chores in personal and shared living spaces, and budgeting money for community purchases. They also build executive functioning abilities and practice self-advocacy, fostering independence and self-confidence.
GROW
Riverview’s GROW Summer Program, for students ages 17-21, emphasizes vocational training, independent living, social skills, and academic reinforcement.
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Academics
Students continue building practical skills through morning academic classes focused on reading, writing, and math. In the afternoons, they participate in a variety of elective courses that support personal growth and encourage exploration of recreational interests.
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Vocational Opportunities
Students rotate through various vocational opportunities, gaining exposure to different job roles and the foundational skills each requires. At the end of the program, they complete a Work Exploratory Assessment to evaluate their interests and strengths for future work opportunities.
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Activities & Outings
Riverview Summer is all about exploration, connection, and creating lasting memories. Students make the most of summer on Cape Cod with a wide variety of age-appropriate activities, including beach outings and kayaking, concerts, fairs, baseball games, and more. These experiences offer the joy and freedom of a classic teen summer, filled with fun, friendship, and stepping outside of comfort zones.
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Social Skills
Social skills training is a cornerstone of the Riverview Summer Program. Whether it’s in the dorms, classrooms, or elective activities, every activity is thoughtfully designed to promote social and personal growth within a supportive environment. Community outings give students the chance to practice classroom-learned skills in everyday settings.
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Independent Living
GROW Summer students develop essential independent living skills by planning their activities, learning safe transportation coordination, and managing a budget. They take responsibility for their personal and shared living spaces through daily chores, grocery shopping, and preparing meals, all while guided by a dedicated and trained staff.
fun in the sun
Between the classroom and activities on the Cape, our Summer students forge priceless friendships and memories.
summer faqs
Yes. We use the same application process to ensure we are continuing to serve students for whom our program and supports are designed.
The timeline can vary depending on numerous factors; however typical is 2-3 months. The process is thorough and comprehensive, including: application submission, review of records, conversations with outside providers, a virtual meet-and-greet, campus visit, acceptance, and enrollment.
Yes. Our summer program includes structured academics from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., with instruction in reading, writing, math, and vocational skills – dependent upon the program. The primary goal of our summer academic program is to reinforce previously learned skills and prevent regression, while maintaining a consistent and supportive learning environment.
Yes. At the Middle and High School level, we offer a summer-only option, and some students return for multiple summers. Currently, however, we are unable to offer a summer-only option for GROW. The GROW summer program is specifically designed for students who are enrolled in the school-year program, as it helps build upon goals and supports established during the academic year.
