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Vail Community Programs

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Vail Community Programs

We believe in providing high-quality programs, camps, and enrichment for all ages.

Director
Community Programs
Sarah Bates
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Assistant Director
Community Programs
Brittnnee Davis
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Acacia Enrichment Programs
12955 E. Colossal Cave Road
Vail, AZ 85641
520-879-2268
[email protected]
Sondra Brink

Copper Ridge Enrichment Programs
17650 S. Canyon Edge Trail
Corona de Tucson, AZ 85641
520-879-3761
lakel@vails

chooldistrict.org
Lynne Lake

Cottonwood Enrichment Programs
9950 E. Rees Loop
Tucson, AZ 85747
520-879-2660
[email protected]
April Compton

Desert Willow Enrichment Programs
9400 E. Esmond Loop
Tucson, AZ 85747
520-879-2313
[email protected]
Darcy Righello

Esmond Station K-8
9400 S. Atterbury Wash Way
Tucson, AZ 85747
520-879-3444
[email protected]
Laura Pietrangeli

Mesquite Enrichment Programs
9455 E. Rita Road
Tucson, AZ 85747
520-879-2184
[email protected]
Marcia Zatarain

Ocotillo Ridge Enrichment Programs
10170 S. White Lightning Way
Vail, AZ 85641
520-879-3660
[email protected]
Francesca LoMonaco

Senita Valley Enrichment Programs
10750 E. Bilby Road
Tucson, AZ 85747
520-879-3185
[email protected]
Trish Romero

Sycamore Enrichment Programs
16701 S. Houghton Road
Vail, AZ 85641
520-879-2579
[email protected]
Erica Davis

03/03/2026

Raising kids in a digital world is not for the faint of heart. Join us for our Digital Citizenship Parent Night, an informative session designed to help families navigate technology with confidence.

We’ll cover online safety, responsible device use, social media awareness, and practical strategies to support healthy digital habits at home.

Childcare is available for registered participants. Come learn, ask questions, and leave feeling more prepared to guide your child in today’s connected world.

Register yourself and your child(ren) today! FREE Childcare available for ages 3+.
https://vailschooldistrict.arux.app/course/14/digital-citizenship-26/digital-citizenship-parent-night

02/20/2026

We will be closed on Thursday, February 26, and Friday, February 27. No childcare services will be available on these days.

We will see you on Monday, March 2nd.

02/06/2026

Just a heads-up that our program will be closed on Friday, February 13.

No care will be available that day. We’ll see everyone back and ready to go on Monday, February 16th.

Thanks for helping us keep things running smoothly!

02/04/2026

Spring Break is covered! ☀️

Our Spring Break Camps run March 10–20, 2026 and offer full days of fun, creativity, and hands-on learning.

Elementary Spring Break Camp is available at 10 locations from 7:00 AM–6:00 PM for $45 per day. Week 1 features Storybook Adventures with imaginative play and creative activities, and Week 2 brings Bug Bonanza with outdoor exploration and nature-based fun. Field trips may vary by location.
• https://vailschooldistrict.arux.app/child-care/3/school-break-camp

For grades 6–8, Spring Middle School Camp runs 8:00 AM–5:00 PM at Saguaro Creek K–8 School. Campers will dive into hands-on activities across art, STEM, sports, and cooking through two themed weeks: Brain Wave Builders (March 10–13) and Voyage of the Visionaries (March 16–20).
• https://vailschooldistrict.arux.app/course/13/spring-enrichment-camps-26/middle-school-spring-camp

Registration is open now.

01/15/2026

Spring Break plans? We’ve got them covered!

🌸🎉 Our Spring Break Camp and Spring Middle School Camp are back this March with hands-on fun, creative challenges, and exciting weekly themes your kids will love.

From Storybook Adventures and Bug Bonanza to Brain Wave Builders and Voyage of the Visionaries, every day is packed with art, STEM, movement, and fun.

Registration opens January 19, and spots fill fast, so check out the flyers for details and get ready for an unforgettable Spring Break!

01/14/2026

Heads up, families. Community Programs will be closed on Monday, January 19.

We’ll be back to regular programming the following day. Thanks for planning ahead and for being awesome as always 💜🧡

12/02/2025

Get ready for the sweetest mid-week break ever. We’re inviting our Vail families to a FREE Night at the Tucson Children’s Museum on Wednesday, December 3! Bring the whole crew for cookies, hot chocolate, hands-on fun, and a special visit from Santa.

This give-back night is open to all ages, and it’s the perfect chance to make some cozy memories together.

The magic happens from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Tucson Children’s Museum. We can’t wait to celebrate the season with you.

11/24/2025

Wishing our amazing families a restful and joy-filled Thanksgiving! Our team will be home with loved ones from Wednesday, 11/26, through Friday, 11/28, soaking up the holiday just like you. We’re grateful for the wonderful children you share with us and for the trust you place in our programs each day. Have a safe, happy break and enjoy every moment together!

11/10/2025

🇺🇸 We’ll be closed Tuesday, November 11th, for Veterans Day!

Today we pause to honor and thank all the brave men and women who have served our country. ❤️🤍💙

We’ll see everyone back on Wednesday, November 12th!

10/31/2025

🎃🕸️ Happy Halloween from Community Programs! 👻🍬

Wishing all our families a fun, safe, and delightfully spooky day filled with treats, giggles, and maybe a few friendly scares. Whether you’re trick-or-treating, dressing up, or just enjoying the sugar rush—have a hauntingly good time! 🦇✨

10/13/2025

🌟 Story School is here this fall! 🌟

Make Way for Books invites families with children ages 0–5 to join us for Story School, a fun and engaging bilingual (English/Spanish) literacy program where kids and parents learn and grow together through stories, books, and hands-on activities.

📚 Laugh, read, and explore while discovering simple ways to support your child’s early literacy at home!

🕘 All sessions begin at 9:30 AM in the Beyond Storybooks classroom.
Sample Session: Wednesday, October 15th
Then join us on:
October 21, 23, 28, 30 | November 4, 6, 13, 18, 20 | December 2, 4, 7

✨ Space is limited—don’t miss out!
📲 Scan the QR code or click the link to register and learn more.

https://forms.gle/E1d2eiUWKn1K7u6x9

09/18/2025

Fall Break is all about fun, friends, and new adventures—so we built camps with ALL of that in mind!

🌟 Fall School Break Camp runs Sept. 23 – Oct. 10 across 10 school sites. Each week brings something new: Inventors & Explorers, Desert Discovery Days, and Fall Festival Frenzy. Open 7 AM – 6 PM.

🌟 Middle School Fall Camp at Saguaro Creek K-8 is made just for older students! Sessions include STEAM, Performing Arts, Sports, and Culinary with lunch breaks built in.

🍂 Don’t miss out—it all starts next week!
Register now at vailschooldistrict.arux.app

Address

13801 E Benson Highway
Vail, AZ
85641

Opening Hours

Monday	7am - 6pm
Tuesday	7am - 6pm
Wednesday	7am - 6pm
Thursday	7am - 6pm
Friday	7am - 6pm

Telephone

(520) 879-3938

Website

http://www.vailkids.org/

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