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Community Ed

Summer Youth

Enrichment Program

with Ms. Libby and Ms. Paula


Monday through Thursday 

7:30am - 3:30pm

 June 8th - Sept 3rd

Ms. Libby

Libby Althaus is a lead teacher at Little Mariners Childcare Center (LMCC) and holds a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential. As a Silver Bay native, she feels a strong connection to the community and values the opportunity to work with local children and families. Libby is passionate about supporting early learning and takes pride in creating a safe, nurturing environment where children can grow, explore, and build strong foundations for learning and relationships. She also values building meaningful connections with families and being a trusted part of each child’s early years. Outside of work, Libby enjoys gardening, spending time with her horses, and making memories with her family.





Ms. Paula

Paula Poaletti-Holden is the Pre-K teacher at William Kelley Elementary and Site Coordinator for Little Mariners Childcare Center. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education from Southwest Minnesota State University and an A.A.S. in Early Childhood Development, and is currently pursuing a graduate degree in Parent and Family Education. As an educator, Paula is passionate about creating developmentally appropriate, STEAM-focused learning experiences that support the whole child. She enjoys designing engaging, hands-on opportunities that encourage curiosity, creativity, and problem-solving. Paula is committed to helping children grow, explore, and build strong foundations for lifelong learning, and hopes Silver Bay will one day produce an astronaut.

Get ready for a summer full of adventure, creativity, and discovery! North Shore Mariners Summer Camp is a themed, hands-on enrichment program designed for children who have completed Kindergarten through 5th grade. Each week features a unique focus, including creative design, STEM exploration, outdoor learning, and collaborative challenges.


This program is offered through Community Education and is designed to provide a fun, active, and engaging environment where children can build friendships, try new things, and stay involved throughout the summer. Campers will participate in a variety of experiences, including games, art, movement, and a STEM-based science curriculum aligned with Minnesota Science Standards, developed in collaboration with Southwest Minnesota State University.


Our goal is to spark curiosity, encourage independence, and create meaningful summer experiences while learning through hands-on exploration.

Program Details:

  • Grades: Completed Kindergarten – 5th Grade

  • Days: Monday – Thursday

  • Hours: 7:30am – 3:30pm

  • Registration: Families may register for individual weeks or for all summer!

  • Cost: Weekly tuition $140

  • Location: William Kelley Community Room 


Important Information for Families:
This is a Community Education enrichment program, not a licensed childcare or special education program. While we aim to create a welcoming and supportive environment, we are not staffed to provide one-on-one support or specialized services. Children should be able to participate safely and independently in a group setting with typical supervision.


Students should bring a packed lunch each day. 

Please include a drink and any utensils your child may need.  

Water bottles are encouraged.   

Weekly Themes & Descriptions


Week 1 (June 8–11) - Creative Design Lab
Campers will explore a variety of creative outlets including visual art, music, and hands-on design. From painting and building to collaborative projects, this week encourages creativity, problem-solving, and self-expression.

Week 2 (June 15–18) - Community in Action
This week focuses on how communities work together. Campers will learn about different roles within a community, participate in team challenges, and explore ways they can contribute and make a positive impact.

Week 3 (June 22–25) - Summer Kickoff Week
Celebrate the start of summer with games, team-building activities, and outdoor fun. Campers will participate in a mix of active challenges and creative projects designed to build friendships and camp community.

** Closed the week of June 28th - July 4th**

Week 4 (July 6–9) - Agriculture & Outdoor Living
Campers will explore where food comes from and how things grow. Through hands-on activities, they will learn about agriculture, outdoor skills, and the connection between people and the environment.

Week 5 (July 13–16) - Game Design & Competition

Week 6 (July 20–23) - Entomology LabThis week is all about strategy, creativity, and play. Campers will explore different types of games, create their own, and participate in friendly competitions that build teamwork and problem-solving skills.

Week 6 (July 20–23) - Entomology Lab
Get ready to investigate the world of insects! Campers will observe, explore, and learn about different types of bugs and their environments through hands-on science activities and outdoor exploration.

Week 7 (July 27–30) - Food Science & Creation
Campers will explore the science behind food through simple cooking and food-based experiments. From mixing and measuring to creating their own treats, this week combines creativity with hands-on learning.

Week 8 (August 3–6) - Flight & Space Engineering
This STEAM-focused week explores how things fly—from airplanes to rockets. Campers will design, build, and test their own flying creations while learning basic principles of flight and space exploration.

Week 9 (August 10–13) - Global Connections
Campers will explore cultures from around the world through games, activities, and discussions. This week focuses on understanding, respect, and learning about how children live in different parts of the world.

Week 10 (August 17–20) - Camp Challenges Week
A week full of team-based challenges, problem-solving activities, and group competitions. Campers will work together to complete a variety of physical and mental challenges.

Week 11 (August 24–27) - Outdoor Skills & Exploration
Campers will spend time building outdoor skills through nature-based activities, exploration, and teamwork. This week encourages independence, curiosity, and connection to the outdoors.

Week 12 (August 31–September 3) - Innovation & Makers Week
Wrap up the summer with creativity and invention. Campers will design, build, and create using a variety of materials while exploring engineering and problem-solving concepts.