Summer Escape 2026

Welcome to Summer Escape!

Summer Escape is a summer camp for children and teens with special needs, between the ages of 5 and 21. With a staff trained in implementing individualized support systems, we are ready to tailor the experience to ensure every child has a summer worth remembering.

The camp will have weekly sessions with options for half-days and full-days, as well as early drop-off and late pick-up. Each week will have an overall theme and daily activities include music time, arts and crafts, dance parties, and so much more!

Summer Escape will be from June 1st through July 31st, 2026. Please direct any questions to [email protected]

2026 Camp Themes:

Each Tuesday, campers are encouraged to dress in their best costumes based on that week’s theme. Here are the themes for 2026!

  • Week 1 Outdoor Adventures: Embark on an exciting outdoor adventure! Explore the great outdoors with nature walks, create nature-themed crafts, and even meet an owl from the Tallahassee Museum. This week is all about connecting with nature.
  • Week 2 Carnival Fun: Step right up for a week full of carnival thrills! This week is packed with joy, creativity, and all the fun of the fair!
  • Week 3 Career Week: Explore the world of work and discover your future passions! During career week, campers will have the chance to learn about various professions through hands-on activities, and guest speakers.
  • Week 4 Cowboys vs Cowgirls: Learn what it means to be a cowboy and cowgirl! Campers will learn about different animals and have fun country-themed activities all week long.
  • Week 5 Fourth of July Picnic: Celebrate the USA! Campers will learn about the USA, summer, and what it looks like to set up a picnic. Lot’s of red, white, and blue fun will be had!
  • Week 6 Cosmic Heroes: Powers Across the Universe: Discover your superpowers throughout space! Campers will learn about superheroes and space, the values of teamwork, courage, and kindness while saving the day in fun, action-packed activities.
  • Week 7 Magic of Imagination: Let out your inner artist! This week is all about exploring our imagination and what it means to be creative.
  • Week 8 Aloha Summer: Dive into tropical adventures! Campers will explore marine life, create tropical-themed crafts, while having fun with water games and activities inspired by sun, sand, and ocean.
  • Week 9 Back to School Bash: Get ready for the new school year with a fun-filled celebration! Campers will enjoy exciting games, creative school supply crafts, all while gearing up for a successful and fun school year ahead.
Register for Camp
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Registering for Camp

Registering your child for camp with IMPACT Academy is easy! Simply print the registration packet, then either bring it by in person or send it via email! The first week’s payment and supply fee must be paid when submitting your registration.

Additionally, if you have a copy of a current IEP, we would also love a copy of that! Any information you can give to help us tailor your child’s experience will be welcomed. We’d love to have your child join us as we embark on a summer full of fun.

Please direct any questions to [email protected]

Camp Forms

Summer Escape Registration Form

Camper Packet (Including a supply list!)

Camper Medication Permission Form

I am proud to be a part of a team that puts others in front of themselves.
Lawrence Mvrica
IMPACT Foundation Board Member
The positive energy the staff brings to the center every day, helps you know your little one is being well taken care of. Everyone at the center have truly become a part of our family now and we will be forever grateful for each and every one of them. Everything is so great that now we are also looking forward to their after school program!
Caitlin Huard
I can’t say enough great things about The Summer Escape program! Trusting people when you have a child with special needs is often a scary thing. You want to make sure the people surrounding your little one are kind, caring, and able keep them safe. We are so lucky to have found this program and love all of the people who help run things.
Caitlin Huard
The most comforting aspect as a parent, is knowing that my son is in an environment where he can learn and is understood. I am very thankful for the school's mission to educate kids with learning differences and the teachers and administrators that make this happen every day.
Shacarra Sigler
We struggled with the school placement decision, because we wanted to find the right school that would be a good fit for our son. I am so glad that we chose IMPACT. [...] His teachers have been amazing, and we have seen progress in his ability to focus, independently complete classroom assignments, appropriately interact socially, and speech improvement. They have put the time and effort towards his individual needs, and we are reaping the rewards.
Shacarra Sigler
We struggled with the school placement decision, because we wanted to find the right school that would be a good fit for our son. I am so glad that we chose IMPACT; they are so helpful, caring, and understand my son’s specific needs. They have accommodated his needs on so many levels, which I believe would have been unmet at other schools.
Shacarra Sigler
The environment is inclusive, safe and our son looks forward to his sessions. We are very thankful for the summer camp programs. The VPK program was amazing for him as well.
Teresa Corbet
Our son has a rare genetic syndrome, delayed development and learning disabilities. We have been bringing him to IMPACT Tallahassee since he was 1-year-old and he will soon be 10. The staff in the office, the teachers, the aides are all amazing with the children; I'm very impressed with their professionalism and compassion. I personally recommend IMPACT to people on a regular basis.
Teresa Corbet
IMPACT Tallahassee and their staff have become such an important part of our lives over the last 9 years. We couldn't imagine not being there on a weekly basis.
Teresa Corbet