Monday Full-Day Camp
Highlights
Highlights
NEW! IZONE Full-Day Monday Camp
(Provided at No Cost to Families)
Program Launch Date: January 12, 2026
Serving Pre-K through 5th Grade
On select Mondays when school is not in session, Imagination Zone offers a full-day program designed to support working families while enriching the lives of students. With a structured routine, engaging curriculum, and caring staff, our Monday program ensures your childβs day is filled with purpose, play, and discovery.
Our Full-Day Monday Program begins in January and is available on the following school-closed dates:
Camp Dates (Dates in Orange):
January 12, 26
February 9, 23
March 9, 23
April 13, 20, 27
May 11
Federal holidays and professional development days are not included (Dates in Yellow & Green).
100% FREE for parents thanks to district support
β° Drop-Off Window: 7:30β8:30 AM (Parents must escort students to check-in due to no crossing guard on Mondays unless arriving by approved daycare transportation)
β° Program Start: 8:30 AM sharp
β° Final Arrival Cut-Off: 8:35 AM (late arrival permitted only with prior approval)Β
β° Camp Ends: 4:00 PM (Pick-up by 4:30 PM)
Aftercare: Students enrolled in the IZONE Afterschool Program may stay until 6:30 PM at no extra cost.
Meals: Breakfast and lunch are provided only with pre-order through Kristiβs RSVP form. For children with food allergies, families are encouraged to send a lunch from home, as only one meal option is provided each day.
Absences: Please notify IZONE if your child will be absent. After three no-show absences without notice, eligibility may be suspended.
Location: Offered at all KISD elementary campuses
Daycare transportation is allowed when the daycare is listed as an authorized pickup in Procare. (Spirals and Imagination Station)
What Makes Imagination Zone Special
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On-site care at your childβs school
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Familiar staff who already work with KISD students
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Structured schedule with clear routines
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Hands-on learning in STEM, art, reading, and outdoor play
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Small-group rotations so children stay engaged and supported
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Partnership with KISD, including Food & Nutrition and EA / Life Skills staff
Camp Dates in Orange
π§© Essential Academics (EA) / Life Skills Students
Imagination Zone (IZONE) partners with Kennedale ISD to provide Monday Camp care and support for students enrolled in the districtβs Essential Academics (EA) / Life Skills classrooms.
EA / Life Skills Monday Camp services are offered exclusively at the R.F. Patterson Elementary IZONE site on designated Monday Camp days.
ποΈ Our goal is to ensure Monday Camp is a positive, supportive, and inclusive experience for every child.
To help us best support each student, we encourage families to connect with our EA Coordinator:
Lisa Hernandez
EA / Life Skills Coordinator
Call or Text: 817-637-5780
Email: lshernandez1120@gmail.com
Lisa works closely with IZONE staff and values building strong, trusting relationships with families. She welcomes communication regarding your childβs strengths, needs, routines, motivators, or any concerns you may have. Partnering with families helps us create a consistent, successful experience for each student.
Each month, Kristi Murrell will send families a Google Form link to RSVP for that monthβs Monday Camp.
Why we ask you to RSVP:
*To plan staffing and make sure we have the right ratios
*To pre-order breakfast and lunch from KISD Food & Nutrition
*To prepare materials and activities for the correct number of students
What parents need to do:
*Watch for the email or text with the RSVP form link
.*Complete form for your child, indicating whether they will be absent.
*Submit the form by the deadline listed so we can finalize staffing and meal counts.
If your plans change after you submit the form, please email or Text as soon as possible.
Emailing kmurrell0101@gmail.com
Texting 817-891-8557
Thank you for helping us keep Monday Camp running smoothly!
Our youngest campers learn through play, movement, and hands-on exploration. Each day builds confidence, independence, and social skills in a fun, structured way.
What Their Day Includes:
Active Play β Indoor and outdoor games that build coordination and confidence.
Storytime & Learning Games β Reading, puzzles, and early learning activities that spark curiosity.
Arts & Crafts β Creative projects that encourage imagination and fine motor skills.
STEM Fun β Simple science and building challenges to explore how things work.
Nature Time β Outdoor discovery through exploring, observing, and creating.
We focus on helping every child feel safe, supported, and excited to learn and play each Monday.
Our older campers enjoy hands-on learning thatβs both fun and challenging. Each Monday builds teamwork, leadership, and creative problem-solving skills.
What to Expect:
Homework Support β Time and help to finish assignments and build good study habits.
STEM Projects & Challenges β Science labs, maker activities, and team challenges that get kids thinking.
Creative Problem Solving β Destination Imagination-style projects that spark innovation and teamwork.
Arts & Expression β Opportunities to draw, paint, build, and create unique projects.
Games & Strategy Play β Classic and new games that teach logic, sportsmanship, and cooperation.
Outdoor Time β Group games and movement activities to keep kids active.
TX Parks Lessons
In partnership with Texas Parks & Wildlife, students take part in hands-on outdoor lessons that build curiosity about nature, wildlife, and water while strengthening science and literacy skills.
Adventure & Exploration
Each Monday brings something newβa science mystery to solve, a building challenge to conquer, or a nature activity to explore. We aim to create a space where students can think creatively, work together, and have fun learning in new ways.
Building Opens: 7:30 AM
Breakfast: 7:45β8:15 AM
Lunch: 12:00β12:30 PM
Program Hours: 8:30 AMβ4:00 PM
Camp Ends: 4:00 PM (All Monday-Camp-Only students picked up by 4:30 PM)
IZONE Afterschool Care: 4:30β6:30 PM
7:30β8:30 AM β Arrival & Breakfast
Breakfast, short video, and morning circle time.
8:30β10:00 AM β Morning Rotations
Students rotate through:
Recess
Art / Craft / Book
STEM Bins / Explore
10:00β10:30 AM β Snack & Short Video
Light snack and quiet time.
10:30 AMβ12:00 PM β Guided Play Rotations
Rotations between:
Recess
Art / Craft / Book
STEM Bins / Explore
12:00β12:30 PM β Lunch & Shift Change
Lunch with a short, fun video.
12:30β1:30 PM β Quiet / Rest Time
Low lights, soft music, reading, resting.
1:30β3:00 PM β Afternoon Rotations
Rotations between Recess, Art/Craft/Book, and STEM Bins/Explore.
3:00β4:00 PM β Snack & Dismissal Prep
Snack, pack-up, and share highlights from the day.
Building Opens: 7:30 AM
Breakfast: 7:45β8:15 AM
Lunch: 12:00β12:30 PM
Program Hours: 8:30 AMβ4:00 PM
Camp Ends: 4:00 PM (All Monday-Camp-Only students picked up by 4:30 PM)
IZONE Afterschool Care: 4:30β6:30 PM
7:30β8:30 AM β Arrival & Breakfast
Breakfast, board games, and morning circle time.
8:30β10:00 AM β Morning Rotations
SkillsFire STEM Projects
SkillsFire Creative Activities
10:00β10:30 AM β Snack & Short Video
Light snack and quiet time.
10:30 AMβ12:00 PM β Outdoor Learning & Tutoring
TX Parks & Wildlife Outdoor Lesson (gym/playground)
Computer Lab (tutoring & enrichment)
12:00β12:30 PM β Lunch & Shift Change
Lunch with a short, fun video.
12:30β1:30 PM β Quiet / Rest Time
Low lights, soft music, reading, resting.
1:30β3:00 PM β Afternoon Rotations
SkillFire Session
SkillFire Session
3:00β4:00 PM β Snack & Dismissal Prep
Snack, pack-up, and share highlights from the day.