Summer is here, and so is the opportunity to keep students growing, connected, and confident. Whether you're a teacher sending students off with a toolkit for the summer, or a parent looking for your student to stay sharp and have fun, we've got you covered. These activities are rooted in the same Champion Mindset you've been building all year long!
Kick it Off with our Summer Challenge Board
Grab our FREE Summer Challenge Board and send it home with students. It's packed with activities that blend physical movement, creativity, & reflection and it's the perfect way to stay connected to your classroom community over the summer break.
Set a Summer Goal
This summer, challenge your students to pick one personal goal — something that's meaningful to them, not just a school goal. Maybe it's learning to cook a new recipe, reading five books, mastering a skateboard trick, or volunteering somewhere in their community.Walk them through the goal-setting framework their Classroom Champions Athlete Mentor uses:- Dream it — What do you want to achieve?
- Plan it — What steps will get you there?
- Work it — Do something toward your goal every week.
- Reflect — What's working? What do you need to adjust?
Go on a Mindful Walk
One of the simplest ways to help kids reset and recharge this summer? Take a mindful walk.No screens. No distractions. Just a chance to slow down, breathe deeply, and notice the world around them. Our Mindful Walk Guide helps kids tune into all five senses, move with intention, and reflect on what they notice while building focus, gratitude, and self-awareness along the way.It’s easy to do anywhere: a neighborhood sidewalk, a local park, or even the backyard.Ready to give it a try? Download the resource for simple prompts and activities to help your child turn an ordinary walk into a meaningful mindfulness moment.
Read Something that Excites You
Encourage students to choose books that genuinely spark curiosity. Looking for somewhere to start? Check out our Champion Mindset themed book list!
A few conversation starters for families:
- If you could meet any character from a book, who would it be?
- What's one thing you learned that surprised you?
- What would YOU do differently if you were the main character?
Daily Reflection & Journaling
One of the most powerful things a student can do this summer? Write. Even five minutes a day keeps critical thinking, self-awareness, and language skills sharp.Our list of journal prompts gives students a daily jumping-off point, covering topics like:- Friendship and kindness
- Setting summer goals
- Handling big feelings
- Reflecting on what makes them a champion
