A Summer That Builds Confidence—
Not Just Keeps Kids Busy
Give your child a hands-on, real-world learning experience they’ll actually love.
Join for 1 week or all 4.
Limited spots available.
Week-long, project-based camps where kids build, create, explore, and collaborate — all in a joyful, hands-on environment designed for ages 5–13.
Quick camp details
Camps run each week in June, with weekly themes. Attend one or all four! Perfect for makers, inventors, storytellers, explorers, and budding entrepreneurs.
Ages. 5–13
Daily Schedule
9:00–3:00
Group Size
Small groups
Tired of Summer Camps That Feel Like Daycare?
Most summer camps keep kids occupied…
but don’t actually challenge or grow them.
By the end of summer, many kids:
Feel bored or unmotivated
Spend more time on screens
Haven’t built anything meaningful
This Summer Can Be Different
A camp that feels more like a makerspace than a classroom.
At Alpha Acton Academy, your child won’t just participate—they’ll create, lead, and take ownership.
In just one week, learners:
✔ Build real projects
✔ Practice decision-making
✔ Gain confidence speaking and presenting
✔ Learn skills schools rarely teach
This isn’t busywork.
This is preparation for life.
Hands-on
Make, build, and create
Campers design, tinker, craft, and experiment with real tools and materials. Curiosity drives the process — creativity powers the results.
Real-world
Projects with purpose
Each week ends with a small exhibition where campers proudly share their creations with families and fellow campers.
Character
Growth & friendships
Through play, teamwork, and Socratic questions, campers build resilience, kindness, confidence, and leadership.
Choose What Works for Your Family
✅ Join for 1 week
✅ Stay for all 4 weeks
✅ Each week is a new experience
⚠️ Spots are intentionally limited to keep groups small.
Summer 2026 session
Details at a glance
A week of hands-on building challenges. Campers engineer simple machines, invent contraptions, and show them off at the expo.
Ages: 5–13
Tuition: $350/week or sign up for all 4 weeks for $1,000/month
What a typical camp day looks like.
Every day blends structure, creativity, exploration, and outdoor fun. While each theme is unique, the rhythm stays familiar.
9:00–9:20 · Arrival & warm-up activity
9:20–9:45 · Morning Launch
9:45–11:30 · Mini-Quest / Hands-On Challenges
11:30–12:00 · Lunch
12:00–1:30 · Independent Projects or Outdoor Discovery
1:30–1:15 · Team Games & Collaborative Challenges
1:15–2:30 · Afternoon making / quest work
2:30–3:00 · Clean up & closing circle
What campers can expect
A balanced day designed to spark curiosity, ignite creativity, and build confidence. Campers move their bodies, use their imaginations, and collaborate with peers.
Our camps are screen-light, highly interactive, and rooted in the Acton belief that young people are capable of far more than we imagine.
WEEKLY THEMES
Week 1: 💡 Young Entrepreneurs
Launch a mini business, create products, and sell to real customers.
Week 2: 🔬 Innovators & Creators
Hands-on STEM challenges, building, and problem-solving.
Week 3: 🌍 World Explorers
Dive into global cultures, challenges, and creative projects.
Week 4: 🎨 Makers & Designers
Art, design, and bringing ideas to life.
👉 Spots fill week-by-week—secure yours early
What Parents Are Saying
What Parents Are Saying
What Parents Are Saying
“My child came home more confident in just one week than an entire school year.”
“This is the first time my child actually WANTED to go somewhere every day.
“They didn’t just have fun—they grew.”
⚠️ We keep groups small on purpose.
Once spots are filled, registration closes.
Give Your Child a Summer That Actually Matters
This isn’t just another camp.
It’s a chance for your child to:
Discover what they’re capable of
Build real confidence
Fall in love with learning again
Why Parents Choose Alpha Acton Academy
Learner-driven (not lecture-based)
Hands-on, project-based learning
Focus on real-world skills
Small, supportive environment
Builds independence and confidence
Early Action Bonus
🎁 Priority week selection for early sign-ups
🎁 Bring a friend → both receive a $50 discount
Practical info for families.
Location & hours
Location: Alpha Acton Academy, Folsom, CA
Camp hours: 9:00am–3:00pm
Drop-off: 8:45–9:00am
Pick-up: 3:00–3:15pm
What to bring
Campers should bring:
- Nut-free snack and lunch
- Water bottle
- Comfortable clothes for indoor & outdoor play
- Optional: hat, sunscreen, light jacket
Tuition & payment
Tuition is $1000 per child . Mini-week (Any one week) is $350.
A non-refundable deposit is due upon registration; remaining tuition is due by May 15, 2026.
Cancellations & refunds
Deposits are non-refundable. Tuition may be refunded or transferred to another session up to 2 weeks before your camp start date. Please contact us in writing for any changes.
Ready to save your child’s spot?
Summer sessions fill quickly due to our intentionally small groups. Apply today — we’ll follow up with confirmation and next steps.