Knox College 4 Kids

Knox College 4 Kids is a two-week summer enrichment program that takes place on weekdays from July 7th through July 18th. During the program, youth entering grades 3–8 indicate courses of interest when registering and are placed into three courses, one during each of the three periods. For participants entering grades 1–2, the Junior program organizes children into groups led by a designated fellow, who also serves as a teaching assistant.

• Ages: 6–13 years old
• Schedule: Two-week summer enrichment program on weekdays, July 7th–18th, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
• Price: The registration fee is projected to be $200 and includes materials, a Knox College 4 Kids t-shirt, and general program expenses.

Fellows greet youth participants upon arrival, supervise drop-off and pick-up, escort youth around campus, facilitate morning meetings, and serve as teaching assistants. Current and retired college faculty, public and private PK–12 educators, community-based educators, and community members participate as instructors. Prior to the start of the program, participants receive email information about orientation, a map and virtual tour of campus, policies and procedures, first-day check-in, designated drop-off and pick-up locations, daily schedules, and the final day schedule, and participants or their parent or legal guardian must review, sign, and submit the Knox College 4 Kids Liability Policy and Photo Release. The program’s mission states that Knox College for Kids desires youth in Galesburg and surrounding communities to develop a relationship with Knox College, see themselves as belonging on campus, and have experiences with social and academic life on campus. Scholarships are intended to be provided to those who have financial need, and Community Partner Sponsorship options are available with tiered benefits labeled Gold Partner, Purple Partner, Community Investor, and Community Sponsor.

Last updated January 15, 2026.