Youth Programs

ROAR Ready includes a variety of youth programs, camps and enrichment opportunities offered through UWM, and costs vary by program. Explore the programs to learn more about costs, eligibility requirements and available funding opportunities.

Want to support the young learners in your life? ROAR Ready helps elementary through high school students and their families pursue new interests, prepare for college and explore future career options. In other words: A Roadmap for Opportunity, Achievement and College Readiness.

ROAR Ready connects young learners and families to UWM’s existing youth and pre-college programs and partnerships. Beyond that, it acts as a safe, welcoming environment where students and families can find belonging and community.

ROAR Ready supports young learners of all ages and their families. Programs and resources are organized into the following groups: 

• Cub Club: Elementary (K-5)
• ROAR Explorers: Middle School (6^th-8^th)
• Panther Tracks: High School (9^th-12^th)
• ROAR Together: Parents & Caregivers

ROAR Ready is broken down into programs, exposure experiences and community or family engagement.

A program encompasses a range of formats, including residential camps, commuter programs, supervised virtual programming and initiatives that support readiness for college. Examples include College for Kids & Teens summer camp and the UWM Writing Project.

An exposure experience is a one-day, structured or brief interaction between youth and UWM that fosters visibility, belonging and connection to higher education — anything from UWM athletics games and theater productions to ninth grade campus visits.

Community engagement is an event based on UWM’s partnerships with schools, external partners and community-based organizations. These events may be co-hosted or facilitated by external partners, like Carmen Senior Signing Day or Mexican Fiesta, and are designed to strengthen relationships, expand access and reinforce shared educational goals.

Family engagement is an event or program that connects UWM with students’ families.These focus on building relationships, sharing resources and shaping college and career readiness from the family’s perspective. An example is UWM’s Student Parent Success program, which gives student parents the support and resources to pursue higher education.

UW-Milwaukee has hundreds of opportunities for young learners to explore age-appropriate activities — and that list is always evolving. Complete this form if you’d like to explore which offering is the best fit for you or your student.

Have questions about ROAR Ready? We’re here to help. Whether you’re exploring programs for a student, looking for registration information or trying to find the right opportunity, the ROAR Ready team is available to support you throughout your learning journey.

Contact
Andrea Page
Roar-Ready@uwm.edu
414-251-5384

ROAR Ready relies on our strong partnerships with schools, nonprofits and community-based organizations. Here are just a few of the ways you can get involved:

• Share ROAR Ready opportunities with students and their families. 
• Encourage your students to participate in ROAR Ready experiences. You can also suggest specific ROAR offerings that align with your student’s academic work and interests. 
• Help your students connect their ROAR Ready experiences with their future hopes and dreams. 

Our team looks forward to hosting you on campus or visiting you, and we want to hear from you! To learn more about how you can support ROAR Ready or coordinate a visit, reach out to our team at Roar-Ready@uwm.edu or 414-251-5384 or fill out the form below.

If you’re looking for summer camps and youth programs in Milwaukee, ROAR Ready at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee is a great place to start. ROAR Ready serves as UWM’s central hub for youth programs and helps families find camps, classes and enrichment opportunities for students in kindergarten through high school. 

Programs include academic camps, STEM learning experiences, arts programs, sports camps, college-preparation and more. Children and teens enrolled in these programs will build new skills and connect with peers who share their interests. 

ROAR Ready at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee connects K-12 students with STEM and academic enrichment programs designed to inspire curiosity and build skills. Students can explore subjects such as science, technology, engineering, mathematics and computer science through hands-on camps, workshops and educational experiences. 

Many programs encourage students to explore future careers and college pathways while learning from UWM faculty, staff and community partners. Program offerings vary throughout the year and are available for a range of age groups and interests. 

Families looking for arts and creative opportunities can explore programs through ROAR Ready at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, including offerings from UWM’s Peck School of the Arts and College for Kids & Teens. Students can participate in programs focused on visual arts, music, theater, dance, film, design and other creative disciplines. 

ROAR Ready makes it easy to discover arts camps, workshops, performances and educational experiences that help young people develop their creativity, confidence and artistic skills. 

ROAR Ready at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee helps high school students explore college and career opportunities through a variety of pre-college programs. These experiences allow students to engage in academic enrichment, career exploration, STEM learning and college-readiness activities while becoming familiar with a university environment. 

Some programs include campus visits, mentoring, tutoring, residential experiences and opportunities to connect with faculty, staff and current college students. Program eligibility and requirements vary. For additional information, visit the Center for Pre-College Programs. 

Yes. Through ROAR Ready at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, families can find a variety of free, low-cost and scholarship-supported youth programs. While costs vary by program, some opportunities are offered at no cost, and others may provide financial assistance for eligible participants. 

ROAR Ready allows families to explore available programs and review details about tuition, fees, scholarships and eligibility requirements. These opportunities also give children and teens a chance to explore their interests, build skills and connect with peers while participating in programs that fit their families’ needs. 

The easiest way to find youth programs at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee is through ROAR Ready, UWM’s hub for summer camps, enrichment programs and youth opportunities. 

Families can explore programs based on their child’s age, grade level, interests and goals. Whether a student is interested in STEM, the arts, athletics, academic enrichment or college preparation, ROAR Ready connects K-12 students with opportunities to explore their interests, build skills and connect with peers who share their interests.