Summer Brain Gain
This program turns summer break into a season of discovery, creativity, and growth. Through hands-on projects and interactive lessons, Club members dive into new topics, build essential skills, and stay mentally active—all while having fun with friends. With week-long modules designed for different age groups, Summer Brain Gain keeps curiosity alive and learning strong, so every child returns to school confident and ready to thrive.
Open the Door to a Bright Future
Program Information
Every program is thoughtfully designed to meet kids and teens where they are—building confidence, curiosity, and skills that grow with them. Whether they’re exploring leadership, boosting academic success, learning life skills, or preparing for their future, each experience connects to one of our five core areas of growth. Some programs require sign-up, and many are created or guided by Team MarVan to ensure high-quality, meaningful experiences that make a lasting impact
Standards alignment: Supports national standards of Common Core State Standards, Next-Generation Science Standards, and the Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning (CASEL) Standards.
Core Program Area
Ages Served
Homemade by Team MarVan
The Difference This Program Makes
Summer Brain Gain protects the progress kids make during the school year and expands it. Without it, months away from the classroom can lead to lost skills and forgotten lessons. This program keeps young minds sharp through fun, meaningful learning—so every child returns to school feeling confident, capable, and ready to grow.
What You Will Learn
- Group Agreements
- Entrepreneurship
- READ – many themes
- Life on the Space Station
- STEM- many themes
- Around the World
- Storytelling
- Pollinators
- Escape Rooms
Join the Club
With dozens of locations around Milwaukee, we’re proud to be the largest Boys & Girls Club in the country—but what truly matters is what happens inside. Each Club is a safe, welcoming space where kids feel valued and supported as they grow and create a great future. Find the Club nearest you.
