Summer Program - Riverview School

A SUMMER OF POSSIBILITIES

Riverview’s Summer Program combines skill-building with classic summer fun, all on our beautiful Cape Cod campus. Students strengthen their independent living and executive functioning skills, all while enjoying camp activities alongside friends. Whether a current Riverview student or joining for additional summer support, all learners benefit from academic support, social growth, and an unforgettable summer experience.

HEAR FOR YOURSELF

In my free time I like to play frisbee. Sometimes I bring my speaker out because everybody loves music. So why not have a little fun with it?
Charlie

Riverview Student

Middle school & high school

Riverview Summer Program’s middle and high school students (ages 11–19) focus on academics, developing independence, and building meaningful social connections.

Academics
Activities & Outings
Social Skills
Independent Living

Academics

Mornings in Riverview Summer are dedicated to academic instruction, focusing on a thematic and integrated curriculum across subjects. Reading, writing, and the arts are all connected to one central theme to provide a meaningful, multi-sensory learning environment. Students also receive math instruction, participate in electives, and explore new interests.
Activities & Outings

Riverview Summer is all about exploration, connection, and creating lasting memories. Students make the most of summer on Cape Cod with a wide variety of age-appropriate activities, including beach outings and kayaking, concerts, fairs, baseball games, and more. These experiences offer the joy and freedom of a classic teen summer, filled with fun, friendship, and stepping outside of comfort zones.
Social Skills

Social skills training is a cornerstone of the Riverview Summer Program. Whether it’s in the dorms, classrooms, or elective activities, every activity is thoughtfully designed to promote personal growth and real-world application. Community outings give students the chance to practice classroom-learned skills in everyday settings.
Independent Living

Students develop essential life skills such as time management, daily chores in personal and shared living spaces, and budgeting money for community purchases. They also build executive functioning abilities and practice self-advocacy, fostering independence and self-confidence.

GROW

Riverview’s GROW Summer Program, for students ages 17-21, emphasizes vocational training, independent living, social skills, and academic reinforcement.

Academics
Vocational Opportunities
Activities & Outings
Social Skills
Independent Living

Academics

Students continue building practical skills through morning academic classes focused on reading, writing, and math. In the afternoons, they participate in a variety of elective courses that support personal growth and encourage exploration of recreational interests.
Vocational Opportunities

Students rotate through various vocational opportunities, gaining exposure to different job roles and the foundational skills each requires. At the end of the program, they complete a Work Exploratory Assessment to evaluate their interests and strengths for future work opportunities.
Activities & Outings

Riverview Summer is all about exploration, connection, and creating lasting memories. Students make the most of summer on Cape Cod with a wide variety of age-appropriate activities, including beach outings and kayaking, concerts, fairs, baseball games, and more. These experiences offer the joy and freedom of a classic teen summer, filled with fun, friendship, and stepping outside of comfort zones.
Social Skills

Social skills training is a cornerstone of the Riverview Summer Program. Whether it’s in the dorms, classrooms, or elective activities, every activity is thoughtfully designed to promote social and personal growth within a supportive environment. Community outings give students the chance to practice classroom-learned skills in everyday settings.
Independent Living

GROW Summer students develop essential independent living skills by planning their activities, learning safe transportation coordination, and managing a budget. They take responsibility for their personal and shared living spaces through daily chores, grocery shopping, and preparing meals, all while guided by a dedicated and trained staff.