Unplug, explore, and grow this summer with Camp CCPL. Beginning May 15, the Charleston County Public Library (CCPL) and the Charleston County School District (CCSD) are teaming up once again for its annual Summer Reading program. Presented by the South Carolina Stingrays, this year’s theme of Camp CCPL harkens back to the summer camps of our youth, where every day was an adventure waiting to be discovered. Sign up today for a chance to win great prizes just by reading!
Registration for Summer Reading is NOW OPEN. The programs for children, teens and adults run from May 15 through July 31 and feature an exciting lineup of free events and programs, as well as fun prizes (while supplies last) provided by our generous community sponsors.
"We cherish our partnership with CCSD in fostering educational success,” said CCPL Executive Director Angela Craig. “Summer Reading isn't just about preventing the summer slide; it's about igniting a passion for literacy that lasts a lifetime. This year's program is a reminder of the pure joy and wonder found within the pages of a book."
The “Summer Slide” refers to the learning loss that happens when children do not engage in educational activities during the summer months. Summer Reading programs like CCPL’s encourage people of all ages to use the summer months not just as a break, but as an opportunity to learn and grow through reading, activities, events, and more. CCPL and CCSD are now in the seventh year of their partnership to bridge this literacy gap for students during the summer months.
"CCPL’s Summer Reading program has become a staple for our students during their time off," said CCSD's Superintendent of Schools Anita Huggins. "We value their commitment to making books and additional literacy resources available, and look forward to another summer break where all students can continue, build, or start on their love of reading."
HOW TO PARTICIPATE
Registration is NOW OPEN. You can register online at ccpl.org/summeronline and begin logging your reading on May 15. Prize pickup begins June 1. Prizes are available while supplies last.
Want to join in the fun and win some prizes? It’s easier than ever thanks to our online platform, Beanstack, where participants can track and log their reading. Simply visit ccpl.org/summeronline, or your nearest CCPL branch to sign up for the program. You can then download the Beanstack app and log your reading right on your mobile device. Don’t have access to the internet or a device? Just request a paper reading log at your local branch.
Are you a CCSD student that goes to a school with Beanstack? If so, you can link your CCSD accounts with your CCPL accounts. You’ll need to create an account on CCPL’s Beanstack site. When you add your school information, add your school username when it asks for your school ID number and your birthday. Then, click Link Account. Be sure to click it twice to complete the linking. Having trouble signing up? Check with your local library for help.
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
Children, teens, and adults can win prizes for reading whatever they like! Prizes are awarded after reaching certain levels of reading (e.g. 5, 15, and 30 hours) and include Summer Reading t-shirts as well as vouchers for local restaurants, attractions, and sporting events. You can even earn free tickets to games at the Charleston RiverDogs, South Carolina Stingrays, and Charleston Battery, or a free visit to Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum! Please note that prizes are available while supplies last.
This year’s program includes adventurous FREE programs at many CCPL branches, such as:
- Laser Tag at the Library
- All Ages Book Fair
- Mil Colores: A Bilingual Family Concert
- Culinary Camp: The Essentials of Cooking
- Wona Womalan West African Drum and Dance
- Japanese Drumming with Taiko Charleston
- Bing Bang Boom Interactive Musical Performance
- Charleston Stage: A Camping Spree with Mr. Magee
- Jungle Jim Presents Wild About Reading Balloon Magic Show
- Criss Cross Mangosauce Bilingual Performance Group
- Camp Crystal Lake Escape Room
- Japanese Magical Journey with Yasu
Event dates, times and locations vary and are subject to change. For a full list of events and event details, visit ccpl.org/summeronline.
Summer Reading is made possible by community partners and sponsors, including this year’s Presenting Sponsor, The South Carolina Stingrays Hockey Team, and Legacy Sponsor, Charleston Friends of the Library. Additionally, some programming was made possible by a Library Services and Technology Act grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services, administered by the South Carolina State Library. For a full list of community partners and sponsors, to register for Summer Reading, or for more information on the program, prizes and prize pickup, reading lists and more, visit ccpl.org/summeronline or contact your local library branch.
**Disclaimer: The Camp CCPL Summer Reading Program theme is for fun and does not involve participation in an actual camp.
