Program Information

The Stretch program offers students an opportunity to focus deeply on a single area of interest for four weeks. Whether you want to master essay writing, participate in a mock trial, or explore the world of mathematical thinking, Summer Stretch has you covered!

The 2026 Stretch program will run from June 29th to July 23rd. Classes run Monday-Thursday from 9 am-2:30 pm.*

*Due to the FIFA World Cup, we will be adjusting our originally planned schedule to avoid in-person programming on game days. Check back in for details when courses are posted January 23rd.

Lottery for Summer Stretch 2026 opens February 15th, 2026 at 4pm and closes February 28th at 4pm

  • Families are strongly encouraged to ensure their child attends all 15 days of class to get the most out of their Summer Stretch experience. 
  • Students may arrive at their assigned classrooms between 8:50 and 9:00 AM. Attendance is taken at 9 AM. 
  • Families can report a student’s absence by emailing rcsummer@uw.edu or calling 206.543.4160. 

The Robinson Center does not grant high school credit for Stretch courses. It is the decision of each individual school and district as to whether a Summer Stretch course qualifies for school credit/placement. If students would like school credit for their Summer Stretch course, they MUST obtain permission from their school counselor or principal in advance.

Starting this year, the Before and  After-Care service is open to 7th-10th students. Students may also use other public spaces on campus. See this map for suggestions.

Before-Class Care

Students may be dropped off at their classroom no earlier than 8:50 AM. For students who need to be dropped off earlier, we offer an option for supervised before-class care from 8:15 AM – 9:00 AM at the Robinson Center. Students will be escorted to their classes by teaching aides. A student must be accepted into a class before you can register for before-class care. There is no before-class care the first day of the program.

After-Class Care

We also offer after-class care from 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM. We supervise all students and provide fun activities to keep them engaged. A student must be accepted into a class before you can register for after-class care. There is no after-class care on the final day of the program.