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Camps and Youth Programs – George Mason University

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Looking for a camp? This website provides a listing of different camps and youth programs hosted at George Mason University.

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https://www.westminsterschool.com/campgriffin/

703-256-3620

Grades PreK-8

Camp Griffin offers four programs that provide campers with weekly activities and themes. Campers participate in STEAM, field trips to museums, nature centers and pools for swimming. Each day blends crafting and playful learning in an upbeat environment where kids can think big, make bold creations, and proudly share their work. Half day and full day camps are offered.

Annandale, Virginia

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Northern VA Summer Camp | Private K-8 School | Westminster

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Weekly field trips, creative projects & outdoor play! Camp Griffin turns summer into an adventure in Northern Virginia. Spots fill up fast; sign up today.

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Gallaudet University Summer & Enrichment Programs

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Gallaudet University Summer & Enrichment Programs

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https://gallaudet.edu/youth-programs/summer-youth-camps/

202-651-2474

Ages 10 -19

Summer Youth Camps are designed for middle and high school students up to the age of 19. Our programs provide exciting summer learning and experiential opportunities against the backdrop of a world-class bilingual environment just minutes away from the U.S. Capitol.

Washington, D.C.

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Our Summer Youth Camps are designed for middle and high school students up to the age of 19. Our programs provide exciting summer learning and experiential opportunities against the backdrop of a world-class bilingual environment just minutes away from the U.S. Capitol.

High School Immersion Camps: June 15 - 22, 2024

Bison Athletics Camp: June 23 - 30, 2024

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https://www.holidaylake4h.com/camp-loud-clear.html

434-248-5444 or 434-392-4246

Ages 9-18

This day camp will offer Deaf/HH children the environment with staff and programming to augment healthy, satisfying socialization experiences through various activities swimming, fishing, canoeing, archery, nature studies and craft. Audio equipment provided by VA Dept of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing.

Appomattox, Virginia

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July 31, 2021

Flyer | Printable Application | Online Registration | Parent Packet

This year's program will look a little different due to the ongoing pandemic-related restrictions. For 2021, Camp Loud and Clear will be a day program.

Who
Campers ~ Youth ages 9-18

What
Day camp program

When
Saturday, July 31
Arrive 9:30am
Dinner at 4:30 (parents invited, with additional fee)

$45/Camper- includes meals, programming, and t-shirt

$10/person additional dinners

Partial scholarships may be available

Swimming

Fishing

Canoeing

Archery

Nature Studies

Crafts

Vespers/Bible Study

Teambuiliding Fun

Adventure

Nationally Certified Interpreters

CART Services (real-time captioning)

All modes of communication welcome

All chaperones familiar with hearing loss

Teen leadersip training provided for counselors-in-training

Holiday Lake 4-H Educational Center

Mecklenburg and Prince Edward County Extension Offices

Longwood Univerisity

No other summer camp in Virginia is staffed or equipped to accept children with hearing loss regardless of their communication means. Although children with hearing loss may attend public schools, they encounter difficulties in social interaction due to their inability to hear and speak fully. This camp will offer Deaf/HH children the enviornment with staff and programming to augment healthy, satisfying socialization experiences. Audio equipment provided by VA Dept of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing.

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Camp Loud & Clear - Holiday Lake 4-H Educational Center

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July 31, 2021 Flyer | Printable Application | Online Registration | Parent Packet This year's program will look a little different due to the ongoing pandemic-related restrictions. For 2021, Camp Loud and Clear will be a day program.

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https://youth.nad.org/ylc/

301-328-1443

Youth Leadership Camp is an intensive educational four-week summer program for deaf and hard of hearing high school sophomores and juniors. Campers are referred to as leaders throughout the program. The camp provides leaders the ability to develop their scholarship, leadership, and citizenship (SLC) qualities outdoors.

Stayton, Oregon

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Camp Taloali, Stayton, Oregon

*Session 1: June 22 - July 12, 2021
Session 2: July 15 - August 4, 2021
*Only accepted applicants and those on the waitlist for YLC 2020 are considered for Session 1. If you did not apply for YLC 2020, you can apply for YLC 2021 Session 2.
The NAD Youth Leadership Camp (YLC), established in 1969, is an intensive educational four-week summer program for deaf and hard of hearing high school sophomores and juniors. Campers are referred to as Leaders throughout the program. The camp provides leaders the ability to develop their scholarship, leadership, and citizenship (SLC) qualities outdoors. Leaders experience self-discovery, learn about self-identity, confidence, and self-esteem and understand many things about themselves. The NAD YLC is also an extension of the activities and training offered by the Jr. NAD.

Today, the NAD selects 64 deaf and hard of hearing Leaders from all over the United States. The YLC program is designed to provide deaf high school Leaders with the training and educational opportunities necessary to transition to opportunities in higher education, meaningful employment, and leadership development. The following activities are part of our specialized program to identify and promote each deaf and hard of hearing Leader's self-advocacy and leadership skills:

Analyze and evaluate each Leader's leadership style, team-building skills, communication, and interpersonal skills through evaluations as well as observing their ability to work with peers and staff.

Provide training in outdoor activities, including a Discovery low ropes course, to encourage teamwork, self-confidence, and communication skills.

Host daily workshops on various topics including self-advocacy, peer mentoring, communication, media, career exploration, personal discovery, leadership development, and disability rights.

Bring Deaf professionals and role models to provide leadership seminars and train Leaders about different education, vocational, and leadership opportunities available after their high school graduation.

Promote literacy interest by allowing Leaders to create media content for the camp newsletter, Daily Drum, as well as social media video content from their media class.

Instruct Leaders how they can gain a better understanding of Deaf Culture and history, as well as their disability and civil rights to better equip them with tools for life after high school.

Introduce Leaders to different options for post-secondary education and training opportunities.

Provide hands-on training and opportunities to use self-advocacy skills through various activities.

Our YLC program emphasizes interactive activities that offer deaf and hard of hearing youth the opportunity to fully absorb and understand leadership lesson plans through 'learning by doing,' and adopting the old Chinese proverb: "Tell me, and I'll forget. Show me, and I'll remember. Involve me, and I'll learn." This dynamic program builds character, positive interpersonal skills, optimal conflict resolution development, and informed decision-making skills.

Leaders are responsible to cover their application fee, tuition, and travel expenses. Our leaders receive donations and Vocational Rehabilitation support in order to attend YLC. Community and business members, including NAD YLC alumni, team builders, and guest presenters, are actively involved in this program. Each of them makes a lasting impact on the program!

Leader applications will be available online in the Fall.

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Camp Taloali, Stayton, Oregon *Only accepted applicants and those on the waitlist for YLC 2020 are considered for Session 1. If you did not apply for YLC 2020, you can apply for YLC 2021 Session 2. The NAD Youth Leadership Camp (YLC), established in 1969, is an intensive educational four-week summer program for deaf and hard of hearing high school sophomores and juniors.

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https://www.signsoffuncamp.org/virginia

Video Phone: 540-645-5029 (VP Virginia)

Video Phone: 808-376-2226 (VP Hawaii)

Ages 3-18

Signs of Fun Summer Camp welcomes deaf or hard of hearing campers ages 3-18, along with hearing siblings. The one-week camp runs 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and offers themed activities like crafts, sports, games, swimming, hiking, and fishing. Many counselors are former campers or local ASL students, and a counselor-in-training program helps teens build leadership skills. Parents are encouraged to attend ASL classes offered during camp to support family communication.

Virginia and Hawaii

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WELCOME TO SIGNS OF FUN CAMP

We hope you choose to come play with us this summer. You'll get to go swimming, fishing, and a lot of other fun experiences with new and old friends. You'll also get hands-on arts, games, and sports. Our day camp is rich with experiences that encourage and promote communication.

Come and have the adventure of a lifetime!

If you have a Deaf or hard of hearing child between the ages of 3 and 18 who would enjoy a week long day camp where they are able to make new friends, explore new activities, and communicate freely with those around them... you've come to the right place!

We have put together American Sign Language classes for parents to attend while their child is at camp! The class will start with fingerspelling and work to develop your ability to better communicate with your Deaf child.

PARENT ASL CLASS

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https://www.bhcamps.org/

Ages 7 – 13

Bridging Hands Camp provides day and overnight camp experiences for deaf/hard of hearing children, and children of deaf adults. The camp promotes communication access and positive interaction between various groups within the diverse, multicultural, and multilingual deaf community.

Knoxville, Maryland

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https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/police/teen-police-academy

The Teen Police Academy gives high school students an opportunity to learn more about the Fairfax County Police Department, understand core police functions, explore careers in law enforcement, and participate in hands-on activities.

This free program is open to Fairfax County students entering 10th, 11th, or 12th grade during the 2026-2027 school year, including public, private, and homeschooled students.

July 13-17, 2026

9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Open to eligible Fairfax County high school students entering 10th, 11th, or 12th grade

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Fairfax County, Virginia - Teen Police Academy is a program for Fairfax County high school students to explore careers in law enforcement through hands-on activities, tours, and presentations.

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https://basicconcepts.org/

301-742-4982

Grades PreK-8

Basic Concepts is a summer program for children with mild to moderate needs in speech, language, play, sensory, and social skills. Children participate in small- and whole-group activities with integrated therapeutic supports. Services are provided by speech-language pathologists and special educators. Rockville, Maryland

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Services offered

Summer Programs

Individual Therapy

Individual Therapy

Basic Concepts offers a variety of classes for children preschool though middle school. All classes are taught by speech therapists and special educators.

Individual Therapy

Individual Therapy

Individual Therapy

Basic Concepts offers individual speech, language and educational therapy. Therapy can be conducted in your home, school or in our clinic.

Consultative

Individual Therapy

Consultative

Basic Concepts can provide tools and strategies to help create a successful home, school, and social environment for your child.

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Registration is on HOLD for 2021 Summer Program. We will update April 30th

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https://www.dolleymadisonpreschool.org/summer-camp

703-356-2833

Ages 2-6

Dolley Madison Preschool Summer Camp offers exceptional days full of exciting projects, games, music, art, imaginative and outdoor play, and special events. Please note that 2 ½ year olds may attend Summer Camp if they are ready to be at school and enrolled at DMPS for the upcoming school year.

McLean, Virginia

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Dolley Madison Preschool Summer Camp offers exceptional days full of exciting projects, games, music, art, imaginative and outdoor play, and special events. Please note that 2 ½ year olds may attend Summer Camp if they are ready to be at school and enrolled at DMPS for the upcoming school year.

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Grades K-9

Camp Aristotle is for students who have trouble with peer relationships and/or impulse control. Weekly themes are chosen with input from students and activities are carefully designed to foster friendships, self-awareness, exploration, and social success. Many students at Camp Aristotle experience challenges associated with High Functioning Autism, receptive and expressive/pragmatic language challenges, and ADHD.

Silver Spring, Maryland

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Summer Programs At Camp Aristotle, we believe that the summer should be stress-free and full of fun! Our weekly themes are chosen with input from students because we know that growth happens when children are truly engrossed in what they are doing.

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A Place to Be builds community, belonging, and hope through music therapy and the expressive arts. Their clinically based, therapist-led summer camps focus on self-expression, resilience, flexibility, and connection with others. Each summer offers custom-designed camps, including songwriting and band performance, nature-inspired art experiences, and film camps where campers create their own stories while collaborating with peers.

Middleburg, Virginia

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Performance Model Book A Session Get Started With Us Upcoming Events Summer Camp Registration Now Open! Our Mission A Place To Be is a nationally recognized, award-winning therapeutic arts organization creating community, belonging, and hope through music therapy, performance, and the expressive arts https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7rkmISo2cyM Learn More About Our Community Model News & Events Leesburg Location...

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Ages 12-15

Camp Aristotle PEERS is a skills-based, interactive summer program designed to develop social skills in young teens who are interested in learning ways to make and keep friends. PEERS (Program for the Education and Enrichment of Relational Skills) is a sequential, social skills intervention program benefiting adolescents with autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, anxiety, depression and other social-communicative deficits.

Silver Spring, Maryland

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https://aerieexperiences.com/camps/

404-285-0467

Aerie Experiences help children, individuals, and families develop the skills needed to meet developmental milestones and life’s transitions. Aerie focuses on children, individuals, and families navigating Asperger's, High Functioning Autism, Learning Disabilities, ADHD, Neurobiological Disorders, and other special needs. Camps: Coastal Expedition, Paddle Camp, Arts & Adventure, and others.

Georgia, North Carolina, and Tennessee

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802-333-4843

Grades 3-10

Camp Akeela is a three-and-a-half week sleep away camp for kids with Asperger’s Syndrome, high-functioning autism, and nonverbal learning disabilities to make friends and grow socially.

Strafford, Vermont

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Akeela campers are completing grades 3 - 10 and are excited about a camp experience that supports their social growth. Many have been diagnosed with Asperger's, NVLD or a similar neurodiverse profile. At Akeela, they truly belong and find lifelong friends.

A three-and-a-half week sleep-away camp in the beautiful Green Mountains of Vermont. Campers live in cabins with up to 8 peers and 4 counselors. Our traditional New England camp program includes arts, outdoor adventure & ropes course, athletics, pool & lakefront aquatics, and much more!

In addition to our camps for grades 3 - 10, Beyond Akeela prepares 10th - 12th graders for life after high school, with an emphasis on social skills, independence, college readiness and FUN! Family Camp is a one-week camp in mid-August for the entire family!
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Camp Akeela is a co-ed overnight camp that helps campers be themselves & improve their social skills. Locations in VT & WI. Many of our campers are diagnosed with Aspergers, NLD/NVLD, HF-ASD, or are just "Quirky".

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301-742-4982

Grades PreK-8

Basic Concepts is a therapeutic summer program offering daily instruction and focus in the areas of receptive and expressive language, social/peer interactions, play, problem-solving, sports, and academic skills. Full-day and half-day classes are available.

Rockville, Maryland

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Summer Programs

Individual Therapy

Individual Therapy

Basic Concepts offers a variety of classes for children preschool though middle school. All classes are taught by speech therapists and special educators.

Individual Therapy

Individual Therapy

Individual Therapy

Basic Concepts offers individual speech, language and educational therapy. Therapy can be conducted in your home, school or in our clinic.

Consultative

Individual Therapy

Consultative

Basic Concepts can provide tools and strategies to help create a successful home, school, and social environment for your child.

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https://campattaway.org/summer-program/https://campattaway.org/summer-program/campers/

443-518-7671

Ages 7 – 13

A summer recreation program for children with severe emotional and behavioral disorders. The campers come with a variety of difficulties/diagnoses ranging from poor peer and family relations, ADHD, depression, anxiety, mood disorders, high functioning autism, oppositional defiant disorder, and problems with expressing feelings and coping appropriately.

Columbia, MD

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Camp Attaway Summer Program Camp Attaway is a summer day camp program for children with emotional and behavioral disorders. Held in Columbia, Maryland. The camp offers a variety of activities designed to ensure a safe, therapeutic, and most importantly, a FUN day for children. Activities include: swimming, sports-lite, cooperative games, rock climbing, arts & crafts,

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617-882-2267

Grades 11-12

Beyond Akeela is a camp and college readiness program for high school teens with Asperger’s, or similar ASD (Autism) profile, and ADD/ADHD. Participants practice post-secondary independent living skills, experience adventure, and develop life-long friendships, all while preparing for their transition to college and beyond.

Milton, Massachusetts

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Applications for 2023 Are Open!
Complete the form below to request more information about Beyond Akeela.

A Unique Camp & College Readiness Program for High School Teens with Asperger's, Or Similar ASD (Autism) Profile, NLD, and ADD/ADHD

Beyond Akeela blends elements of a college preparedness program and teen tour with the heart and soul of a traditional summer camp community. Participants practice post-secondary independent living skills, experience adventure, and develop life-long friendships, all while preparing for their transition to college and beyond.

As in many other great teen programs, Beyond Akeela campers enjoy choice-based social outings, engage in rewarding community service projects, explore college and post-secondary options, and experience cultural travel opportunities. The difference is that Beyond Akeela is designed with an intentional and explicit focus on fostering lifelong camp friendships while molding independent, successful young adults. Parents rest assured that their teens are socially connected, feel supported by an amazing staff, and are acquiring the 21st Century Skills that are critical for success in their transition to college and the work force!

Beyond Akeela campers are bright, independent and academically successful young adults who are looking for a little extra social support. Some have a diagnosis of Asperger's or similar ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) profile, and others may have ADD/ADHD or a social-based learning difference such as NLD (or NVLD). Many of our campers aren't diagnosed but describe themselves as "quirky."

Beyond Akeela

Phone: 610.660.0300
Fax: 866.462.2828
kevin@campakeela.com

Winter Address

September - May:
314 Bryn Mawr Avenue
Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004

Summer Address

June - August:
Curry College
1071 Blue Hill Drive
Milton, MA 02186

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Applications for 2023 Are Open! Complete the form below to request more information about Beyond Akeela. Beyond Akeela blends elements of a college preparedness program and teen tour with the heart and soul of a traditional summer camp community. Participants practice post-secondary independent living skills, experience adventure, and develop life-long friendships, all while preparing for their transition to college and beyond.

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Ages 4-22Fairfax Falcons Paralympic Sports is a year-round program, for individuals under the age of 22, who have not graduated from high school, and who have an irreversible lower extremity disability, such as: paralysis, amputation, radiological evidence of limb shortening, spina bifida, a spinal cord injury, or cerebral palsy. Fairfax, Virginia

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https://www.campabilitiesdelaware.org/

Ages 5-17

Camp Abilities Delaware is an overnight educational sports camp that introduces children who are blind or have low vision to a variety of sports. The purpose of the camp is to empower children to be physically active, improve their overall health and wellness, encourage them to make food choices that support an active lifestyle and develop their confidence and self-esteem through sports and physical activity. Children receive one-on-one instruction during all physical activities and events.

Felton, Delaware

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1-866-680-4744

Grades 3 – 10

A three and a half week sleep away camp for kids with Asperger’s Syndrome, high functioning autism and nonverbal learning disabilities to make friends and grow socially.

Vermont and Wisconsin

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Akeela campers are completing grades 3 - 10 and are excited about a camp experience that supports their social growth. Many have been diagnosed with Asperger's, NVLD or a similar neurodiverse profile. At Akeela, they truly belong and find lifelong friends.

A three-and-a-half week sleep-away camp in the beautiful Green Mountains of Vermont. Campers live in cabins with up to 8 peers and 4 counselors. Our traditional New England camp program includes arts, outdoor adventure & ropes course, athletics, pool & lakefront aquatics, and much more!

In addition to our camps for grades 3 - 10, Beyond Akeela prepares 10th - 12th graders for life after high school, with an emphasis on social skills, independence, college readiness and FUN! Family Camp is a one-week camp in mid-August for the entire family!
Connect With Our Directors

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Grades K-12

Camp Aristotle offers activities designed to foster friendships, self-awareness, exploration, and social success to the students who experience challenges associated with High Functioning Autism Spectrum Disorder, receptive/expressive/pragmatic language challenges, and ADHD. The teachers and staff are specially trained to understand these needs to provide all campers with a fulfilling and bully-free camp experience.

Silver Spring, Maryland

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434-589-8950

Summer program for children who need to work on social, communication, and friendship skills.

Palmyra, VA

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215-671-6944

Ages 8-18

Camp Sequoia is a supportive overnight camp for young men ages 8-18 and young women ages 9-16, focusing on the unique needs of kids with ADHD and those working on social or life development skills.

Pennsburg, Pennsylvania

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About Us

The Sequoia Difference

Camp Sequoia is a supportive overnight camp for exceptional young men ages 7-17, focusing on the unique needs of boys with ADHD and those working on social or life development skills.

Why Camp Sequoia?

Our Mission & Approach

Much More
Than a Camp

Through integrating the social cognitive and frustration tolerance concepts and language into all aspects of camp life we create a full immersion experience into a fun, active social learning adventure.

At a Glance

Our Community

The Camp Sequoia experience would not be the same without our caring community.

75+

Activities to
choose from

100%

Division heads hold
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Who We Serve Our Team

Testimonials

Hear From Sequoia Families

"We see a big difference in Joshua and he is constantly talking about and reflecting on the summer camp."

Patricia, Camp Parent

"Most importantly, I want to let you know Craig enjoyed camp and wants to return next year! I don't know who was happier with this news, Craig or my husband and I! Sincere thanks for his positive experience. I will highly recommend the camp to all that may be interested."

Robin, Camp Parent

"'It was awesome!'.. were his first words and he kept repeating them whenever he talked about a different trip or an activity... Again thank you and your whole team very much... Greg spent a great summer making friends, learning about himself, learning new things and most important, being happy!!!"

PA Inter Parent

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617-882-2267

Beyond Akeela is a camp and college readiness program for high school teens with Asperger’s, or similar ASD (Autism) profile, and ADD/ADHD. Participants practice post-secondary independent living skills, experience adventure, and develop life-long friendships, all while preparing for their transition to college and beyond.

Milton, Massachusetts

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Applications for 2023 Are Open!
Complete the form below to request more information about Beyond Akeela.

A Unique Camp & College Readiness Program for High School Teens with Asperger's, Or Similar ASD (Autism) Profile, NLD, and ADD/ADHD

Beyond Akeela blends elements of a college preparedness program and teen tour with the heart and soul of a traditional summer camp community. Participants practice post-secondary independent living skills, experience adventure, and develop life-long friendships, all while preparing for their transition to college and beyond.

As in many other great teen programs, Beyond Akeela campers enjoy choice-based social outings, engage in rewarding community service projects, explore college and post-secondary options, and experience cultural travel opportunities. The difference is that Beyond Akeela is designed with an intentional and explicit focus on fostering lifelong camp friendships while molding independent, successful young adults. Parents rest assured that their teens are socially connected, feel supported by an amazing staff, and are acquiring the 21st Century Skills that are critical for success in their transition to college and the work force!

Beyond Akeela campers are bright, independent and academically successful young adults who are looking for a little extra social support. Some have a diagnosis of Asperger's or similar ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) profile, and others may have ADD/ADHD or a social-based learning difference such as NLD (or NVLD). Many of our campers aren't diagnosed but describe themselves as "quirky."

Beyond Akeela

Phone: 610.660.0300
Fax: 866.462.2828
kevin@campakeela.com

Winter Address

September - May:
314 Bryn Mawr Avenue
Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004

Summer Address

June - August:
Curry College
1071 Blue Hill Drive
Milton, MA 02186

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College Readiness Program for Quirky Teens | Beyond Akeela NH

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Applications for 2023 Are Open! Complete the form below to request more information about Beyond Akeela. Beyond Akeela blends elements of a college preparedness program and teen tour with the heart and soul of a traditional summer camp community. Participants practice post-secondary independent living skills, experience adventure, and develop life-long friendships, all while preparing for their transition to college and beyond.

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http://summitcamp.com/camp/
570-253-4381

Ages 8-21

Travel and Weekender programs provide an opportunity for kids and teens that have significant social learning and executive function deficits. Sleep-away camp features swimming, climbing, arts, theater, and athletics.

Pocono Mountains, PA

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Summit Camp is an American Camp Association accredited residential camp that has been serving children and teens with learning and social challenges and their families since 1968. Summit is a premiere program that meets the unique social and emotional needs of young people who have difficulty with sustaining friendships. Our campers enjoy an atmosphere completely designated to their success: fun, friendship, and independent growth.

Currently our summer camp runs for a total of ten weeks each summer season. There is a two week option of "mini camp", the last two weeks of August. The regular camp season includes three sessions, a four week session that starts the last week of June; a three week session that goes from July into August, and then of course the ability to do the seven week full season program from June through Mid-August.

Summit Camp is a special needs community serving from 150-280 youth per session. This large setting allows our youth to feel like part of a true community of same-age peers, many of them for the first time! Our campers are grouped in cabins of 8 per bunk with 3 staff within the following age groups : Summer Camp for ages 8-14 years, and the Upper Camp or 'Super Teens' Program for ages 15-21 years. Each age group will participate in a program that is geared towards the social and developmental needs of their cohort.
Summer Camp for Ages 8 - 14
A traditional camp program that includes a highly structured schedule of arts, athletics, outdoor education, nature, waterfront, and specialty activities in a six period day. Campers also participate in a social skills development program and a program to improve executive functioning skills as a part of regular weekly program.

Bunk selections are carefully made through the course of the application process; campers will be bunked with others that have a similar profile of strengths and needs. Campers participate in all activities as a part of their 8 camper bunk with their familiar staff, with most activities being structured for one bunk group at a time. Support is offered for each camper's individual needs while encouraging group participation, personal engagement, and trying the new and novel.

Our transitioning adolescents (approx. 13-14 years) will continue to participate in a structured program of camp activities across a 6 period day, however more options of choice and individual expression are built in for this age group- the ages most desiring of ways to assert thei r independence. Arts, performance, athletics, outdoor education, nature, waterfront, and specialty activities are offered with the use of option within, such as selecting between a variety of arts programming areas rather than having a set schedule for a music or ceramics class. The middle camp age group also enjoys a great deal of specialty games and activities that encourage team building and collaboration, as they are strongly desiring peer input and acceptance in a very new way. Middle camp theme days have included activities as large as a wacky Olympics during the 2016 summer Olympics or as simple as having a pajama day- but these events create a special feeling of belonging our 13-14 year old campers are uniquely craving. Evening social opportunities include talent nights and sports nights that are inclusive and encourage positive reactions towards their peers. Campers continue to participate in a social skills development program and a program to improve executive functioning skills as a part of regular weekly program.

Bunking for camp is completed through assessing new campers' applications along with the profiles and requests of former campers. Throughout the day many activities will be coordinated with 1-3 bunks of campers (up to 24 campers). Each camper is supported individually while encouraging acceptance and tolerance towards peers, use of personal coping skills, and identification of individual strengths and successes.
Upper Camp, or "Super Teens", for Ages 15-21 Years
Teens who join us at Summit in their later adolescence will participate in a program geared towards vocational and personal development referred to as the Super Teens. This program universally serves all our older participants in all sessions. This program is comprised of three unique goal areas: social inclusion and development, vocational development, and transition to adult living skills. Due to the nature of the program, Summit still receives a large number of new applicants for our Super Teen programs- including many youth that have never been away from home before. So if you are looking for a fresh start or a new home away for home for your teen, fear not that they will be the only one joining us for the first time in the upper camp age group.

While campers continue to have opportunities to participate in certain traditional aspects of camp life- such as swimming and arts programs- these are combined with a greater level of programming for work periods on camp. As such, Super Teens is much like a 'counselor in training' program but geared in a very specific way to meet the unique needs of our teens. Teens earn money for daily work periods waitering in the dining hall, as well as participating in a camp 'job fair' that includes interviewing and choosing possible areas for job success. Rather than training as counselors, our teens will be working as a shop assistant, helping sort incoming emails and packages out to younger campers, or serving as a "big brother" or "big sister" to a single camper in the youngest bunks. Teens will participate in a twice weekly program for transitions skills that includes covering healthy cooking and shopping for meals, personal hygiene and dress for various environments, interpersonal relationships, and further education/career prospects. Teens continue to participate in a program specific to social skills development that focuses on more complex social interactions and behaviors- for example, how to excuse yourself when you are no longer interested rather than simply walking away.

Teen bunks can include up to 8 campers per bunk and 3 counselors, though sometimes are smaller or have a higher ratio. Many activities throughout the day are combined with same age peers from across the Super Teens groups, and some work periods are independent or small group participation- there is a lot of variation in this community style program. Bunk selections are made through reviewing new camper applications, former camper established peer relationships, and prior camp experiences.

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Traditional Sleepaway Camp for Ages 8-21 Years

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Summit Camp is an American Camp Association accredited residential camp that has been serving children and teens with learning and social challenges and their families since 1968. Summit is a premiere program that meets the unique social and emotional needs of young people who have difficulty with sustaining friendships.

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Camp Abilities PA at West Chester University (WCU)

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Camp Abilities PA at West Chester University (WCU)

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https://sites.google.com/view/campabilitiespa/home

Ages 7-17

Camp Abilities PA @ WCU is an educational overnight camp for children who are blind or have low vision. Empowers children to be physically active, improve their overall health and wellness, encourages them to make food choices that support an active lifestyle, and develops their confidence and self-esteem through sport and physical activity.

West Chester, Pennsylvania

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https://www.camp-sequoia.com/

215-671-6944

Camp Sequoia is a supportive overnight camp for young men ages 8-18 and young women ages 9-16, focusing on the unique needs of kids with ADHD and those working on social or life development skills.

Pennsburg, Pennsylvania

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About Us

The Sequoia Difference

Camp Sequoia is a supportive overnight camp for exceptional young men ages 7-17, focusing on the unique needs of boys with ADHD and those working on social or life development skills.

Why Camp Sequoia?

Our Mission & Approach

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Than a Camp

Through integrating the social cognitive and frustration tolerance concepts and language into all aspects of camp life we create a full immersion experience into a fun, active social learning adventure.

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The Camp Sequoia experience would not be the same without our caring community.

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Hear From Sequoia Families

"We see a big difference in Joshua and he is constantly talking about and reflecting on the summer camp."

Patricia, Camp Parent

"Most importantly, I want to let you know Craig enjoyed camp and wants to return next year! I don't know who was happier with this news, Craig or my husband and I! Sincere thanks for his positive experience. I will highly recommend the camp to all that may be interested."

Robin, Camp Parent

"'It was awesome!'.. were his first words and he kept repeating them whenever he talked about a different trip or an activity... Again thank you and your whole team very much... Greg spent a great summer making friends, learning about himself, learning new things and most important, being happy!!!"

PA Inter Parent

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Residential Summer Camp in Pennsburg, PA | Camp Sequoia

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The Sequoia Difference Camp Sequoia is a supportive overnight camp for exceptional young men ages 7-17, focusing on the unique needs of boys with ADHD and those working on social or life development skills. Why Camp Sequoia?

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https://www.labschool.org/academic-experience/summer-programs
202-965-6600

Summer program for students with learning disabilities and/or ADHD in grades 1-12 and special sessions in Speech and Language and Occupational Therapy for preschool to 12th grade, designed to help students understand their needs, evaluate their weaknesses, build confidence, and develop techniques for overcoming learning challenges.

Washington DC

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Lab's 54th Summer Session

Note that students will participate in either the On-Campus Lower School Program OR the Virtual Lower School Program, (see next dropdown) but not both.
On-Campus Lower School Morning Program
8:30am-12:30pm

Monday-Friday
Tuition: $3,300 for completed contracts and full payment received by April 15, $3,600 after April 15, $4,100 after May 31
Students should bring a snack; they will have a short snack and movement break during the program. A copy of your child's schedule will be provided at the beginning of the summer session.
Young learners enrolled in The Lab School of Washington's summer program will benefit from daily small-group instruction as well as classes designed to enhance language, and social development. A report from your child's reading tutor describing literacy skills targeted over the summer, areas of continued need, and effective strategies for ensuring continued progress in literacy is provided after the end of the summer session.

Each child's daily schedule includes the following:

Reading Instruction
Students engage in daily, specialized small-group structured literacy instruction, targeting phonemic awareness, decoding, spelling, vocabulary, and comprehension strategies. These focused Orton-Gillingham lessons provide the intensity and depth critical for emerging and developing readers. Students are grouped according to particular needs.

Number Investigators
Using a multi-sensory approach involving art and hands-on projects, students will tackle a variety of math applications including number sense, measurement, estimation, graphing, and algebraic equations. Daily challenges and word problems will reinforce skills learned as students investigate the wide world of numbers. Students will learn that everyone can do math as they collaborate with others, build models, and solve problems emphasizing logic, critical thinking, and attention to detail.

Academic Clubs
Our signature Academic Clubs immerse students in themed learning environments. Each Academic Club sets a dramatic framework for learning by creating an imagined time and place where every child plays an important role. Students experience hands-on, project-based learning designed to build language, content knowledge, and critical thinking with a variety of art forms. Students participate in one of three Academic Clubs.
Summer of Insects:

Ant Research Lab - Join our team of entomologists as we explore and study the world of ants!

Insect Art Gallery - Join us at our gallery as we study and create art inspired by insects. Guided by examples both ancient and modern, the beauty of bugs will spark our artistic creativity.

Beekeeper's Club - Explore the lives of honeybees as you join our team of beekeepers. In collaboration with DC Beekeepers Alliance.

For rising 7th-12th

On-Campus Middle School/High School Program Morning Program 8:30am-12:30pm

Monday-Friday
Tuition: $3,300 for completed contracts and full payment received by April 15, $3,600 after April 15, $4,100 after May 31
The Summer Project - Join us in creating a digital journey into America's past The Home Front: Life in America during World War II View Summer Project Brochure
The Lab School's Summer Program explores the dramatic economic and cultural changes of the 1940s, a time of unprecedented production and mobilization by American civilians in war time, through an exciting, challenging immersion into arts and academics.

Over the course of our 4-week adventure, students will participate in a plethora of arts-based and academic activities, culminating in an overarching digital project. Exploring literary, social, political, and cultural contexts of this important time in American history will help strengthen their academic, social, and problem-solving skills.

Whether your primary interests are in the visual or the performing arts, you will have the opportunity to contribute to all aspects
of the summer project, while developing and applying academic skills in reading, writing, math, and the arts!

For rising 2nd-rising 9th

Monday-Friday
Tuition: $3,050 for completed contracts and full payment received by April 15, $3,350 after April 15, $3,850 after May 31
The virtual program sessions will be scheduled between 8:30am-12:15pm; however, other scheduling options may be considered based on need.
Should your child enroll in the Virtual Summer School program?
The virtual option is built with flexibility in mind. This option might be right for you if you live outside the DMV or if your child has a challenging schedule.

What is the focus of the Virtual Summer School program?
The virtual summer program is primarily a maintenance program focusing on skill retention in reading, writing, and math. Students will be in groups of four unless otherwise noted.
What is the theme of the Virtual Summer School program this summer?

Reading
Students will engage in daily literacy instruction with an Orton- Gillingham trained tutor. These sessions will be tailored to each student's needs by working on phonemic awareness, decoding,
spelling, vocabulary, and comprehension strategies. Students
will practice daily oral reading and fluency development. These sessions provide the intensity and depth critical for emerging, developing, and proficient readers. Lower school students will be paired with one other student; middle school students will be in groups of up to four students.

Math
Students will work in small groups consisting of a maximum of four students. Students are provided with opportunities to solve authentic math problems while giving ample opportunities to practice calculation skills. Math vocabulary will be highlighted. The daily challenges will include math topics such as number sense, measurement, estimation, data science, and algebraic equations. Students will see the application of math skills to help them not only reinforce their skills but to also help increase their overall enjoyment of math.

Writing
Writing skills will be strengthened by daily writing work. Writing strategies will be embedded into the content students are learning in reading (and math). Students will incorporate textual evidence into their writing beginning at the sentence level and moving, as appropriate, into paragraphs and compositions. Students will produce writing that requires all parts of the writing process: brainstorming, outlining, note taking, drafting, editing, and revising to create a polished final product.

Other virtual tutoring opportunities are available. Please reach out to amy.oswalt@labschool.org for more information.

Is your student ready to move beyond the basics and advance their writing skills? Through small-group instruction, students will develop strategies to increase sophistication of vocabulary, sentence structure, and multi-paragraph essays. Specific instruction using programs such as The Writing Revolution® will give students practice planning, organizing, drafting, revising, and editing a variety of expository text structures, such as academic essays and high school/college entrance compositions. Students will leave with a toolkit to tackle future writing assignments. Students will:

increase executive functioning skills for planning, organizing, and self-assessing written work.

improve outlining and selection of graphic organizers.

enhance complexity, clarity, and coherence of essays.

reinforce research skills and strategies.

strengthen skills for editing and revising written work.

explore assistive technology to support individual needs,

such as word prediction, speech-to-text, text-to-speech, and research organization tools.

Please note a writing sample will be required for admission into this program.
Engaging with Lab's 3-D printers, students will complete projects that require the honing and utilization of critical executive function skills, including task initiation, planning/prioritization, organization, time management, goal-directed persistence, flexibility, and metacognition. Students will:

learn time-management strategies for daily, weekly, and long- term assignments.

practice estimating time, monitoring project timelines, and reflecting on adherence to guidelines.

explore technology and Smart devices to determine which programs work to keep them on track.

learn popular executive functioning strategies, including "Get Ready, Do, Done."

generate a home strategy toolkit for future academic tasks and projects.

Beyond the Page*
*For Lab High School Students
via Distance Learning
Ages: Rising 9th-12th grade (for Lab Students only)
Twice per week (flexible schedule available)
Tuition: $945

Rising 9th-12th grade Lab students are guided through their assigned summer reading book with a specific focus on reading comprehension techniques, executive functioning strategies, and independent learning and self-advocacy skills.
Two times per week, Speech-Language Pathologists will:

assign reading sections.

post an assignment that focuses on factual comprehension, higher-level comprehension (e.g., inferences or predictions), or connections to self, the world, and other texts.

schedule online "hangout" sessions for video conferencing and collaborative book discussions.

provide individualized feedback and support on all assignments.

Instruction is highly individualized and systematically targets development of reading and spelling skills. A variety of research- based reading and spelling resources using the Orton-Gillingham approach may be utilized, specific to the needs of each child.
Daily sessions include:

individual and small-group instruction, tailored to student- specific needs.

computer-based instruction for further practice with phonological, decoding, and encoding skills.

Instructional Goals:

Develop pre- and early-literacy skills.

Increase phonological awareness skills including rhyming, blending, segmenting, and sound manipulation.

Improve knowledge of alphabetic code for reading and spelling skills.

Develop syllabification skills and morphological awareness to enhance reading and spelling (e.g., syllable division strategies,

recognition of prefixes, suffixes, roots).

Enhance reading accuracy and fluency for comprehension.

Post-testing shows, on average, 15-20% gains in foundational reading and spelling skills.
Storytelling skills are the building blocks of communication, friendships, and comprehension. Does your child have a lot to say but can't always get their message across? Do they skip details or go off on tangents when talking about their day? Using interactive digital and art platforms, students will develop language skills to bring their stories to life through the creation of comics and movies. Within a small group, students will learn tools for planning a complete, well-organized narrative. A variety of methods and materials including Mindwing Concepts Story Grammar Marker® and Six Second Stories® will be introduced. Students will:

learn the critical components of a narrative.

answer WH-questions.

identify key information from stories read aloud and develop

succinct summaries.

improve the ability to share personal experiences in a concise,

organized fashion.

explore movie making, book, and comic strip technology.

Calling all detectives! It is time to put your sleuthing skills to work! Through small-group instruction, students will hone their language comprehension skills while solving mysteries and "crimes." Interactive, engaging activities, allow student to work collaboratively to gain experience deriving deeper meaning from information provided in order to draw reasonable conclusions. Students will:

extract, analyze, and synthesize facts.

identify and summarize key information.

develop observation, inference, and prediction skills.

practice deductive reasoning skills.

cite textual and/or observational evidence that supports analysis and conclusions.

Help your child become more at ease with the writing process! Through small-group instruction, students will develop tools to prepare for writing in a variety of academic contexts. Specific instruction using programs such as The Writing Revolution® will give students practice planning, organizing, drafting, and revising in a variety of expository text structures. Students will leave with a toolkit to tackle future writing assignments! Students will:

increase executive functioning skills for planning and organizing the writing process.

enhance sophistication of sentence structure, word choice, and writing style.

explore assistive technology tools to support individual needs, such as: word prediction, speech-to-text, and text-to-speech.

Please note a writing sample will be required for admission into this program. All Speech, Language, and Literacy programs are run by ASHA-certified Speech-Language Pathologists.
For more information on all Speech and Language programs, please contact Kelly Mills at 202-349-8660 orkelly.mills@labschool.org.

Handwriting, keyboarding, puzzles, mazes, projects! Join the team of occupational therapists to work on fine motor skills
and improve handwriting, keyboarding, and use of tools. Each day will include activities that improve visual motor integration. Using fun tasks, and drills, therapists will develop a progression of just-right challenges within a developmental framework to build the necessary skills needed for written communication such as handwriting and keyboarding. They will also present visual-spatial tasks including puzzles, mazes, and reading charts and graphs. Since this group is all virtual, relevant supplies will be dropped off to the student's house prior to July 6.

This group includes:

individualized handwriting instruction.

individualized keyboarding instruction.

assignment of online keyboarding account for at-home practice

exploration and functional use of various academic tools: rulers, yardsticks, measuring cups, compasses, protractors, hole punches, etc.

Interactive Metronome
Ages 8 +
12:30pm-1:30pm (if in person);
2:00pm-3:00pm if virtual Monday-Friday (19 sessions)
Can be in-person or virtual
Maximum of 2 students
Tuition: $3,000

What is IM? The Interactive Metronome® (IM) is a computer-based program shown to improve attention, coordination, and timing in students. During each session, the participant listens to a rhythmic beat while completing various hand and foot exercises.

Benefits of Interactive Metronome include:

improving working memory, learning to filter distractions, inhibiting impulsivity, and promoting self-regulation.

addressing weaknesses in skill areas such as fine-motor coordination, handwriting, gross-motor coordination, agility, and visual/perceptual motor skills.

offering individualized one-on-one program.

Sessions will be provided by an occupational therapist trained in IM.

To provide the most effective treatment, a questionnaire of occupational therapy skills will be completed prior to the first session. If participating virtually, the home version of IM will be dropped off at your child's house prior to July 6.

Speech and Language 1:1 Therapy
Ages 6+
1-hour sessions offered between 8:30am-1:30pm
Individual sessions offered 1-2 times per week
4 sessions: $620
8 sessions: $1,240

Summer therapy services are a great way to introduce or maintain speech and language skills. Individual therapy sessions are available for students of all ages and can take place in-person or virtually. All sessions are 60 minutes in length, highly individualized, and can target skills such as:

vocabulary and concept knowledge

grammar/syntax

listening and reading comprehension

language formulation and organization

social pragmatics

problem solving

phonological awareness, reading, and spelling

written expression

voice, fluency, and articulation

executive functioning

Occupational Therapy 1:1 sessions (60 minutes)
8 sessions (T/Th): $1,240
11 sessions (MWF): $1,705
19 sessions (every day): $2,945

Individual therapy sessions are available for students of all ages. Sessions can be either virtual or in-person. All sessions are
60 minutes in length, highly individualized, and can target skills such as:

handwriting

keyboarding

gross motor skills

fine motor skills

visual motor integration

visual perceptual skills

ocular motor skills

sensory integration

executive functioning

Occupational Therapy 1:1 sessions (45 minutes)

(For students enrolled in either the Lower School or the Middle/High School morning programs)

During the school day
Scheduled during a break time or non-academic class
4 sessions: $580
8 sessions: $1,160

Sessions can be either virtual or in-person. All sessions are 45 minutes in length, highly individualized, and can target skills such as:

handwriting

keyboarding

gross motor skills

fine motor skills

visual motor integration

visual perceptual skills

ocular motor skills

sensory integration

executive functioning

Ready, Set, SMILE!
Ages 4-7
8:45am-12:30pm on campus
Monday-Friday
Maximum of 5 students
Tuition: $3,500 for completed contracts and full payment received by April 15, $3,800 after April 15

Revamped and rebranded for the 2021 summer, this occupational therapy (OT) group takes your child back to the foundations of sensory motor development! Targeting 4-7 year-olds, this dynamic 3 hour and 45 minute group addresses sensory motor integration and self-regulation skills, pre-writing fine motor activities, gross motor skills, and social skills.

In-person while following safe risk-mitigation practices

2:1 and 1:1 ratio for instruction and therapy

OT sensory motor activities emphasize motor coordination, body awareness, balance, core stability, and self-regulation while utilizing suspended equipment.

Fine motor activities target foundational skills necessary for handwriting and tool manipulation, including bilateral coordination, hand and finger strength, visual perceptual and visual motor skills, and more!

Activities of daily living are integrated throughout the day, including lunch time, to promote independence.

End-of-summer report provides individualized suggestions for home and school.

SAILors Burst!
During the weeks of July 6-July 30, 2021 via Distance Learning
Ages 4-6
30-minute sessions between the hours of 8:30am-10:30am
Individual Sessions: 3 days a week (M/W/F)
Group Sessions: 2 days a week (T/Th) Parent Forum: 1 per week
Tuition: $2,225

Give your young child a burst of Speech And Intensive Language* this summer while developing social and academic skills needed for preschool and kindergarten classrooms.

Weekly Therapeutic Schedule:

3 Individual sessions (30 min/session)

2 Small group sessions (30 min/session) Parent Forum (30 min)

Individual sessions are tailored to your child's specific profile. Small group instruction (2-4 students per group) may include:

Pragmatics & Play - Using the We Thinkers! Program®, students work together to learn about and practice social language skills through lessons, stories, and play.

Speech-Sound Success - Practice generalizing articulation and speech skills in play and craft activities. SLPs will provide multiple opportunities for cuing and practice in a fun, group dynamic.

Early Literacy Lessons - Work on pre-literacy skills such as phonemic awareness, letter recognition and formation, and early sound-symbol correspondence.

Lively Language - Practice with following directions, listening comprehension, sentence structure, and vocabulary through thematic instruction.

A brief screening will be required before enrollment into Ready, Set, SMILE.
For more information, please contact the Occupational Therapy Department at 202-349-8600 orOT@labschool.org.

Socializing with Friends
Ages: Rising 5th-8th grade
Tuesdays 1:30pm-2:15pm
Fee: $480

Students who identify as girls will engage in activities to improve social skills and practice verbalizing their feelings. Group activities will promote communication and self-advocacy skills and help to build relationship skills. The group will include game play as a way of promoting peer relationships and bonding.

Developing Independence & Healthy Habits
Ages: Rising 7th-9th grade
Mondays & Wednesdays, 2:00pm-2:45pm
Fee: $840

In a safe, inviting, and fun space, students will develop the introspective skills needed to choose healthy habits that will lead to an enjoyable and meaningful summer and beyond. Students will spend time identifying personal goals in the areas of physical health, emotional health, and relational health with family and friends, and will learn different self-management strategies to support the practice of healthy habits throughout the summer and into the next school year. Games, group discussions, and student-designed and -facilitated activities will be used in sessions over the course of the group.

Psychotherapy services during the summer session can help to address a number of emotional or behavioral concerns, and to support the development of emerging skills. Sessions incorporating cognitive-behavioral approaches can address a range of areas, including:

anxieties and fears

lack of confidence

emotional self-awareness

self-control and self-regulation skills

healthy coping skills

problem-solving skills

perspective-taking

All group offerings will be conducted virtually.

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Lab's 54th Summer Session Note that students will participate in either the On-Campus Lower School Program OR the Virtual Lower School Program, (see next dropdown) but not both. Monday-Friday Tuition: $3,300 for completed contracts and full payment received by April 15, $3,600 after April 15, $4,100 after May 31 Students should bring a snack; they will have a short snack and movement break during the program.

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https://talismancamps.com/
1-808-697-6313

Ages 6 – 22

Traditional residential adventure camp for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, and similar neurodevelopmental disorders. Different camping experiences designed to build confidence, problem-solve, and gain responsibility.

Zirconia, North Carolina

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ARE YOU READY FOR AN AMAZING SUMMER?? Talisman Summer Camp is here to help! We provide specialized camp experiences for young people ages 6 to 22 with autism spectrum disorders, ADHD and/or other learning differences. Since 1980, our ACA-accredited ADHD, autism and Aspergers summer camp programs have been delivering unique alternatives to ordinary summer camps. Our progressive adventure programs help our campers build success while increasing social skills, a sense of personal responsibility, confidence, and a more positive self-image.

What makes our camp so unique and successful? We have over four decades of experience providing remarkable summers, employing highly trained and caring staff, and planning out phenomenal activities for our young campers. A typical day may include enjoying a wholesome home-cooked breakfast, engaging in peer group activities, completing a nature walk in the beautiful North Carolina mountains, jumping off an inflatable into the camp lake, kayaking down gorgeous local rivers, having a conversation with a peer who understands your world, laughing with friends around a campfire, pitching in to clean up after evening meal, feeling pride when my bunkmates and I win a camp contest, or enjoying some of the most restful sleep after a long day of activities in the fresh mountain air.

Can't wait? We'd love to chat with you and your family to determine if Talisman Programs and our Aspergers and ADHD Summer Camp would be a good fit for your next summer adventure!

About Us

Talisman Programs provide exceptional summer camp opportunities for young people ages 6-22 with Autism Spectrum Disorders, ADHD, and other learning differences.

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© 2019 Talisman Group. All Rights Reserved. 64 Gap Creek Road, Zirconia, NC 28790.

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Aspergers summer camp | Autism, Aspergers, ADHD | Talisman Camps

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ARE YOU READY FOR AN AMAZING SUMMER?? Talisman Summer Camp is here to help! We provide specialized camp experiences for young people ages 6 to 22 with autism spectrum disorders, ADHD and/or other learning differences. Since 1980, our ACA-accredited ADHD, autism and Aspergers summer camp programs have been delivering unique alternatives to ordinary summer camps.

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617-882-2267

A camp and college readiness program for high school teens with Asperger’s, or similar ASD (Autism) profile, and ADD/ADHD. Participants practice post-secondary independent living skills, experience adventure, and develop life-long friendships, all while preparing for their transition to college and beyond.

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Applications for 2023 Are Open!
Complete the form below to request more information about Beyond Akeela.

A Unique Camp & College Readiness Program for High School Teens with Asperger's, Or Similar ASD (Autism) Profile, NLD, and ADD/ADHD

Beyond Akeela blends elements of a college preparedness program and teen tour with the heart and soul of a traditional summer camp community. Participants practice post-secondary independent living skills, experience adventure, and develop life-long friendships, all while preparing for their transition to college and beyond.

As in many other great teen programs, Beyond Akeela campers enjoy choice-based social outings, engage in rewarding community service projects, explore college and post-secondary options, and experience cultural travel opportunities. The difference is that Beyond Akeela is designed with an intentional and explicit focus on fostering lifelong camp friendships while molding independent, successful young adults. Parents rest assured that their teens are socially connected, feel supported by an amazing staff, and are acquiring the 21st Century Skills that are critical for success in their transition to college and the work force!

Beyond Akeela campers are bright, independent and academically successful young adults who are looking for a little extra social support. Some have a diagnosis of Asperger's or similar ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) profile, and others may have ADD/ADHD or a social-based learning difference such as NLD (or NVLD). Many of our campers aren't diagnosed but describe themselves as "quirky."

Beyond Akeela

Phone: 610.660.0300
Fax: 866.462.2828
kevin@campakeela.com

Winter Address

September - May:
314 Bryn Mawr Avenue
Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004

Summer Address

June - August:
Curry College
1071 Blue Hill Drive
Milton, MA 02186

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Applications for 2023 Are Open! Complete the form below to request more information about Beyond Akeela. Beyond Akeela blends elements of a college preparedness program and teen tour with the heart and soul of a traditional summer camp community. Participants practice post-secondary independent living skills, experience adventure, and develop life-long friendships, all while preparing for their transition to college and beyond.

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https://www.creativeworksfarm.org/camp-light/
540-471-1659

Ages 6 – Adult

A summer day camp program for individuals with special needs and at-risk youth. Offers a place for children to improve social skills, stay active and have fun. The camp is offered for families at no cost so that children with medical, physical, behavioral, and other special needs, as well as at risk youth, can enjoy the excitement of the camp, and build lifetime friendship with other children with similar background.

Waynesboro, VA

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Camp LIGHT is a summer day camp program for individuals with special needs and at-risk youth. Our mission is to show kids with special needs and circumstances that life is only limited by their imagination, and to give them new tools and skills, along with love and support, to inspire them to become anything they can dream. When school is out for the summer, kids still need an environment that keeps them active, learning, and growing. Summer camp is a great place for children to improve social skills, stay active and moving, and have fun! We want individuals with special needs to be able to participate in activities that their peers are able to participate in and create an environment where they can feel safe and loved while learning new skills and reaching outside of their comfort zone. Camp LIGHT is offered to families at no cost so that children with medical, physical, behavioral, and other special needs, as well as at risk youth, have the opportunity to participate in the program despite their financial situation. Campers get to participate in activities like archery, swimming, horseback riding, animal management, gardening, nature exploration, fishing, arts and crafts, outdoor sports, and more! Programs will help release the emotional, physical, and financial burdens caused by serious childhood illnesses, and will provide a peer network that reaches far beyond the LIGHT of a summer campfire.

Camp LIGHT's programs are supported through donations, foundations, grants, and annual fundraisers like our live auction, fall corn maze, and Christmas Wonderland. If you are interested in learning more about how you can support us through donations or volunteering, feel free to reach out to us!

Camp dates for 2023: Camp is offered as a 4-day session, with 8 sessions to choose from!
June 5-8: open to kids ages 6-12 with special needs
June 12-15: open to individuals ages 6-17 with special needs
June 19-22: open to teens ages 13-17 with special needs
June 26-29: open to kids ages 6-12 with special needs
July 3-5: open to individuals ages 6-17 with special needs
July 10-13: open to kids ages 6-12 with lower support special needs and at-risk youth
July 17-20: "Christmas in July" week: open to teens ages 13-17 with lower support special needs and at-risk youth
July 24-27: open to adults ages 18+ with special needs

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Creative Works Farm - Proud Home of CampLIGHT

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804-358-1874

Ages 6-Adult

SOAR 365 provides traditional day and overnight summer camp activities for individuals with disabilities, allowing them to participate in diverse activities with the help of trained staff.

Richmond, Virginia

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Ensuring the safety of our campers and staff is paramount to having a successful summer. The following are requirements for our campers this season:

* Campers must have a negative COVID test prior to attending camp
These regulations and rules could change in the months leading up to summer camp, as we follow VDH/CDC guidelines.
For 2023, we are planning a full ten-week overnight summer camp with options for day campers.

This year, application due dates will be based on the session your camper wishes to attend (see below).

Session 1-3 DUE DATE: APRIL 28, 2023

Session 4-6 DUE DATE: MAY 26, 2023

Session 7-10 DUE DATE: JUNE 19, 2023

If you have any questions, contact:

Latashia McLeod, Director, Summer Camp and Respite Services: Latashia.Mcleod@soar365.org / (804) 665-1272 (office) / (804) 350-6022 (mobile)

Carter Vaughan, Supervisor, Summer Camp and Respite Services: carter.vaughan@soar365.org / (804) 665-1263 (office) / (804) 807-2910 (mobile)

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Ensuring the safety of our campers and staff is paramount to having a successful summer. The following are requirements for our campers this season: * Campers must have a negative COVID test prior to attending camp These regulations and rules could change in the months leading up to summer camp, as we follow VDH/CDC guidelines.

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Treatment and Learning Center Summer Programs 

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Treatment and Learning Center Summer Programs 

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301-424-5202

Ages 2.5 – 18

TLC’s Speech-Language and Occupational Therapy Summer Camps serve young children with speech-language and occupational therapy needs ages 2.5 to 7. Our Learning Enrichment program through the Katherine Thomas School serves students with language, learning, and sensory-motor disabilities and/or high-functioning autism K-8 in the lower/middle school and grades 9-12 in the high school. This camp serves children who need help with or need sensory integration, occupational therapy, speech/language, learning enrichment and handwriting.

Rockville, Maryland

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https://www.creativeworksfarm.org/camp-light/
540-471-1659

Ages 6 – Adult

A summer day camp program for individuals with special needs and at-risk youth. Offers a place for children to improve social skills, stay active and have fun. The camp is offered for families at no cost so that children with medical, physical, behavioral, and other special needs, as well as at risk youth, can enjoy the excitement of the camp, and build lifetime friendship with other children with similar background.

Waynesboro, VA

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Camp LIGHT is a summer day camp program for individuals with special needs and at-risk youth. Our mission is to show kids with special needs and circumstances that life is only limited by their imagination, and to give them new tools and skills, along with love and support, to inspire them to become anything they can dream. When school is out for the summer, kids still need an environment that keeps them active, learning, and growing. Summer camp is a great place for children to improve social skills, stay active and moving, and have fun! We want individuals with special needs to be able to participate in activities that their peers are able to participate in and create an environment where they can feel safe and loved while learning new skills and reaching outside of their comfort zone. Camp LIGHT is offered to families at no cost so that children with medical, physical, behavioral, and other special needs, as well as at risk youth, have the opportunity to participate in the program despite their financial situation. Campers get to participate in activities like archery, swimming, horseback riding, animal management, gardening, nature exploration, fishing, arts and crafts, outdoor sports, and more! Programs will help release the emotional, physical, and financial burdens caused by serious childhood illnesses, and will provide a peer network that reaches far beyond the LIGHT of a summer campfire.

Camp LIGHT's programs are supported through donations, foundations, grants, and annual fundraisers like our live auction, fall corn maze, and Christmas Wonderland. If you are interested in learning more about how you can support us through donations or volunteering, feel free to reach out to us!

Camp dates for 2023: Camp is offered as a 4-day session, with 8 sessions to choose from!
June 5-8: open to kids ages 6-12 with special needs
June 12-15: open to individuals ages 6-17 with special needs
June 19-22: open to teens ages 13-17 with special needs
June 26-29: open to kids ages 6-12 with special needs
July 3-5: open to individuals ages 6-17 with special needs
July 10-13: open to kids ages 6-12 with lower support special needs and at-risk youth
July 17-20: "Christmas in July" week: open to teens ages 13-17 with lower support special needs and at-risk youth
July 24-27: open to adults ages 18+ with special needs

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Creative Works Farm - Proud Home of CampLIGHT

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LCF KIDS - Get Moving! Get Social! Therapeutic Summer Camp

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LCF KIDS - Get Moving! Get Social! Therapeutic Summer Camp

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https://www.lcfkids.com/special-needs-summer-camp
703-909-7971
Therapeutic, fitness and social skills camp for children with ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, sensory processing disorder, motor delay, learning disabilities, and social skills needs. Building children’s self-esteem, self-confidence, and physical ability through sports and social activities. Focuses on improving communication skills, teamwork, cooperation, and social skills. Siblings without disabilities are welcome as well. Falls Church and Ashburn, VA

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A fun filled summer with new friends and lasting memories!

"GET MOVING GET SOCIAL" THERAPEUTIC SUMMER CAMP will incorporate movement through the use of team sports such as: basketball, soccer, tennis, football, frisbee and volleyball; and other interactive equipment that aid in developing sport skills. By improving their sport skills they will build their self esteem, self confidence, their physical ability and social skills. It will also allow them to improve communication skills, team work, and cooperation.

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This summer camp is for children with special needs, but we also accept siblings without special needs.​

Your children will:

Learn to work in groups with other children

Learn the fundamentals of different sports

Learn leadership roles

Learn to give directions and follow instructions

Learn to take turns

And HAVE FUN!

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Special Needs Summer Camp Falls Church VA and Ashburn VA - LCF Kids

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A fun filled summer with new friends and lasting memories! "GET MOVING GET SOCIAL" THERAPEUTIC SUMMER CAMP will incorporate movement through the use of team sports such as: basketball, soccer, tennis, football, frisbee and volleyball; and other interactive equipment that aid in developing sport skills.

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404-285-0467 Aerie Experiences help children, individuals and families develop the skills needed to meet developmental milestones and life’s transitions. Aerie focuses on children, individuals, and families navigating Asperger's, High Functioning Autism, Learning Disabilities, ADHD, Neurobiological Disorders, and other special needs. Camps: Coastal Expedition, Paddle Camp, Arts & Adventure, and others.

Georgia, North Carolina, and Tennessee

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https://posabilitiescenter.com/school-break-programs

540-751-8891

PosAbilities School Break Programs focus is on social and independent living skills. They develop programs for individuals with intellectual and developmental delays. Participants meet daily at our Leesburg or Herndon location and enjoy field trips to local parks, farms and recreation centers around Loudoun County.

Leesburg, Virginia

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Future Women Leaders in Law Enforcement gives high school girls in Northern Virginia the opportunity to explore careers in law enforcement and learn firsthand about core police functions, including patrol, helicopter operations, and crime scene investigation.

Participants will meet women leaders in law enforcement, learn what it takes to become a police officer, and discover the skills developed through police academy training.

July 27-31, 2026

9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Open to high school girls in Northern Virginia entering 10th, 11th, or 12th grade

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Fairfax County, Virginia - Police Leaders of Tomorrow (PLOT) is a program for young adults ages 18–24 to explore careers in law enforcement through hands-on activities, tours, and ride-alongs.

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Grades K-9

Camp Aristotle is for students who have trouble with peer relationships and/or impulse control. Weekly themes are chosen with input from students and activities are carefully designed to foster friendships, self-awareness, exploration, and social success. Many students at Camp Aristotle experience challenges associated with High Functioning Autism, receptive and expressive/pragmatic language challenges, and ADHD.

Silver Spring, Maryland

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Summer Programs At Camp Aristotle, we believe that the summer should be stress-free and full of fun! Our weekly themes are chosen with input from students because we know that growth happens when children are truly engrossed in what they are doing.

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Ages 12-15

Camp Aristotle PEERS is a skills-based, interactive summer program designed to develop social skills in young teens who are interested in learning ways to make and keep friends. PEERS (Program for the Education and Enrichment of Relational Skills) is a sequential, social skills intervention program benefiting adolescents with autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, anxiety, depression and other social-communicative deficits.

Silver Spring, Maryland

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https://talismancamps.com/
1-808-697-6313

Ages 6 – 22

Traditional residential adventure camp for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, and similar neurodevelopmental disorders. Different camping experiences designed to build confidence, problem-solve, and gain responsibility.

Zirconia, North Carolina

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https://aerieexperiences.com/camps/

404-285-0467

404-285-0467 Aerie Experiences help children, individuals and families develop the skills needed to meet developmental milestones and life’s transitions. Aerie focuses on children, individuals, and families navigating Asperger's, High Functioning Autism, Learning Disabilities, ADHD, Neurobiological Disorders, and other special needs. Camps: Coastal Expedition, Paddle Camp, Arts & Adventure, and others.

Georgia, North Carolina and Tennessee

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https://eastersealsport.com/camp-easterseals/

800-662-7119

Camp Easterseals is an overnight camp for children and adults living with physical and intellectual disabilities. Assistance is available to all campers, while encouraging independence, improving self-esteem and Social Skills, outdoor activities. Summer camp, weekend respite and family camps are available.

Roanoke, Virginia

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Come experience Camp Easterseals PORT Health! We are an overnight camp for kids and adults with physical and intellectual disabilities.

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https://www.asdec.org/summer-program

240-354-0311

Grades 2-12

ASDEC Summer Program provides structured, hands-on instruction in reading, writing, spelling, study skills, handwriting, and math. Multisensory activities support focus, memory, and confidence as students build skills through repetition and mastery. Hyattsville, Maryland

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ASDEC Summer Program
Registration Now Open for Summer 2026

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https://www.oaklandschool.net/2026-camp-details

434-293-9059

Oakland’s five-week summer camp is well-suited for students who have learning differences, need an academic boost, or an individualized learning plan. An intensive academic program with the experience of traditional summer camp to ensure children stay on track and leg up when they return to school next fall.

Troy, VA

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2026 Summer Camp Details — Oakland School

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With day and boarding options, Oakland’s five-week summer camp combines an intensive academic program with the joys of traditional summer fun for kids ages 5 through high school. In 2026, it runs June 22 - July 23.

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https://www.speechofcakeinc.com/

Ages 4 – 17

A summer enrichment program that uses their collaborative approach to address articulation, expressive language, receptive language, executive functioning, social skills, and literacy.

Alexandria, VA

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Speech of Cake, Inc. is a personalized pediatric private practice specializing in communication and literacy intervention.

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https://www.oakwoodschool.com/community/summer

703-941-5788

Oakwood School provides a multisensory educational program for students with learning disabilities to achieve their unique academic and social potential in a nurturing community environment.

Annandale, Virginia

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Academic Summer Program in DC Metro Area - Oakwood School

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Oakwood, a private school for students with language-based learning differences, offers academic summer camps with a focus in reading and writing skills.

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570-253-4381

Ages 8-21

Travel and Weekender programs provide an opportunity for kids and teens that have significant social learning and executive function deficits. Sleep-away camp features swimming, climbing, arts, theater, and athletics.

Pocono Mountains, PA

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Summit Camp is an American Camp Association accredited residential camp that has been serving children and teens with learning and social challenges and their families since 1968. Summit is a premiere program that meets the unique social and emotional needs of young people who have difficulty with sustaining friendships. Our campers enjoy an atmosphere completely designated to their success: fun, friendship, and independent growth.

Currently our summer camp runs for a total of ten weeks each summer season. There is a two week option of "mini camp", the last two weeks of August. The regular camp season includes three sessions, a four week session that starts the last week of June; a three week session that goes from July into August, and then of course the ability to do the seven week full season program from June through Mid-August.

Summit Camp is a special needs community serving from 150-280 youth per session. This large setting allows our youth to feel like part of a true community of same-age peers, many of them for the first time! Our campers are grouped in cabins of 8 per bunk with 3 staff within the following age groups : Summer Camp for ages 8-14 years, and the Upper Camp or 'Super Teens' Program for ages 15-21 years. Each age group will participate in a program that is geared towards the social and developmental needs of their cohort.
Summer Camp for Ages 8 - 14
A traditional camp program that includes a highly structured schedule of arts, athletics, outdoor education, nature, waterfront, and specialty activities in a six period day. Campers also participate in a social skills development program and a program to improve executive functioning skills as a part of regular weekly program.

Bunk selections are carefully made through the course of the application process; campers will be bunked with others that have a similar profile of strengths and needs. Campers participate in all activities as a part of their 8 camper bunk with their familiar staff, with most activities being structured for one bunk group at a time. Support is offered for each camper's individual needs while encouraging group participation, personal engagement, and trying the new and novel.

Our transitioning adolescents (approx. 13-14 years) will continue to participate in a structured program of camp activities across a 6 period day, however more options of choice and individual expression are built in for this age group- the ages most desiring of ways to assert thei r independence. Arts, performance, athletics, outdoor education, nature, waterfront, and specialty activities are offered with the use of option within, such as selecting between a variety of arts programming areas rather than having a set schedule for a music or ceramics class. The middle camp age group also enjoys a great deal of specialty games and activities that encourage team building and collaboration, as they are strongly desiring peer input and acceptance in a very new way. Middle camp theme days have included activities as large as a wacky Olympics during the 2016 summer Olympics or as simple as having a pajama day- but these events create a special feeling of belonging our 13-14 year old campers are uniquely craving. Evening social opportunities include talent nights and sports nights that are inclusive and encourage positive reactions towards their peers. Campers continue to participate in a social skills development program and a program to improve executive functioning skills as a part of regular weekly program.

Bunking for camp is completed through assessing new campers' applications along with the profiles and requests of former campers. Throughout the day many activities will be coordinated with 1-3 bunks of campers (up to 24 campers). Each camper is supported individually while encouraging acceptance and tolerance towards peers, use of personal coping skills, and identification of individual strengths and successes.
Upper Camp, or "Super Teens", for Ages 15-21 Years
Teens who join us at Summit in their later adolescence will participate in a program geared towards vocational and personal development referred to as the Super Teens. This program universally serves all our older participants in all sessions. This program is comprised of three unique goal areas: social inclusion and development, vocational development, and transition to adult living skills. Due to the nature of the program, Summit still receives a large number of new applicants for our Super Teen programs- including many youth that have never been away from home before. So if you are looking for a fresh start or a new home away for home for your teen, fear not that they will be the only one joining us for the first time in the upper camp age group.

While campers continue to have opportunities to participate in certain traditional aspects of camp life- such as swimming and arts programs- these are combined with a greater level of programming for work periods on camp. As such, Super Teens is much like a 'counselor in training' program but geared in a very specific way to meet the unique needs of our teens. Teens earn money for daily work periods waitering in the dining hall, as well as participating in a camp 'job fair' that includes interviewing and choosing possible areas for job success. Rather than training as counselors, our teens will be working as a shop assistant, helping sort incoming emails and packages out to younger campers, or serving as a "big brother" or "big sister" to a single camper in the youngest bunks. Teens will participate in a twice weekly program for transitions skills that includes covering healthy cooking and shopping for meals, personal hygiene and dress for various environments, interpersonal relationships, and further education/career prospects. Teens continue to participate in a program specific to social skills development that focuses on more complex social interactions and behaviors- for example, how to excuse yourself when you are no longer interested rather than simply walking away.

Teen bunks can include up to 8 campers per bunk and 3 counselors, though sometimes are smaller or have a higher ratio. Many activities throughout the day are combined with same age peers from across the Super Teens groups, and some work periods are independent or small group participation- there is a lot of variation in this community style program. Bunk selections are made through reviewing new camper applications, former camper established peer relationships, and prior camp experiences.

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Traditional Sleepaway Camp for Ages 8-21 Years

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https://campholidaytrails.org/

434-977-3781

Ages 7-17

Camp Holiday Trails (CHT) is a year-round nonprofit camp in a natural setting at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Central VA. They provide Camp experience for children and teens aged age 7-17 with medical needs.

Virtual and Multiple Locations

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Camp Holiday Trails - A camp for children with medical needs, engaging the Mid-Atlantic region

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A camp for children and teens with medical needs. Engaging the Mid-Atlantic region since 1973.

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Treatment and Learning Center Summer Programs (TLC)

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https://ttlc.org/services/summer-programs/

301-424-5200

TLC’s Speech-Language and Occupational Therapy Summer offers four different options for students with a variety of needs. Campers ages range from preschool to high school.

Summer programs staff are certified special education teachers, licensed speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, and teacher assistants.

Rockville, Maryland

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Overview
Click Here to Register for the Upcoming March 2023 Summer Camps Open House
TLC's Speech-Language and Occupational Therapy Summer Camps serve young children with speech-language and occupational therapy needs ages 2.5 to 7. Our Learning Enrichment program through the Katherine Thomas School serves students with language, learning, and sensory-motor disabilities and/or high-functioning autism K-8 in the lower/middle school and grades 9-12 in the high school.

Summer Programs staff are certified special education teachers, licensed speech-language pathologists, and occupational therapists and teacher assistants. Volunteers are also utilized after undergoing an extensive review process and background check that applies to all TLC staff.
TLC understands that COVID-19 may impact summer programs. If TLC's Summer Programs are unable to operate due to COVID-19 you will receive a full refund.
Why choose TLC's Summer Programs? We provide quality small group summer programs for children with special needs. Our expertise in these areas is unparalleled in the community.

Designed for children ages three to seven, our Speech-Language and Occupational Therapy Summer Camps provide fun-filled therapeutic summer learning experiences. A variety of programs support continued progress for your child.

For lower and middle school children, our Learning Enrichment Program complements the Katherine Thomas School curriculum. These multi-sensory, cross-curricular programs engage students through a fun and creative thematic approach to learning.

Our High School Summer Program immerses students entering grades 9 to 12 in a multitude of activities including history, STEM, art, and team-building while reinforcing academic skills and self-confidence.

Our Workplace Success Program provides a hands-on experience to help prepare young adults for the world of work. Workplace Success allows participants to apply, practice, and improve job skills learned through TLC Outcomes Services program.

Testimonials

The low student to teacher ratio makes me feel like my son always has eyes on him.

TLC made working on social skills and speech so much fun for my child. Excellent communication from staff ensured we had a good sense of where our child was on therapy goals all summer long.

I liked the various activities that were available for my child and that a skills development plan was put into place based on my child's IEP.

My child was excited to go each day! He knew most of his camp friends names. The staff really did a great job with him.

The staff are dedicated to serving the families and children. They are very affirming and positive. They have great methods and supplies and endless ideas for therapy.

Caroline is having a terrific time in camp. She has made several new friends, comes home happy and very balanced, and is so excited to go every day. We have been really impressed with the constant flow of info with regards to what they are doing each day, as well as the weekly update on her progress on her goals.

The student to teacher ratio is low. The progress reports were in-depth.

My son was excited to attend camp every day and was able to transition from leaving his mother every morning which is extremely difficult for him.

What I liked most about my experience at TLC is the courtesy, availability, and knowledge of the staff.

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301-599-0180

Ages 5-18

Camp Accomplish serve campers with and without disabilities and chronic health conditions. Campers participate in activities from climbing walls to nature trails to therapeutic riding activities.

Manjemoy, MD

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Camp Accomplish is a summer experience from Melwood and Children’s National open to youth aged 5-18. We proudly serve campers with and without disabilities and chronic health conditions while promoting fun, safety, challenge, and friendship for everyone. From climbing walls to nature trails to therapeutic riding activities, every child is welcome to explore, learn, and grow.

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540-471-1659

Ages 6-Adult

Camp LIGHT is a summer day camp program for individuals with special needs and at-risk youth. The camp offers a place for children to improve social skills, stay active, and have fun. The camp is offered for families at no cost so that children with medical, physical, behavioral, and other special needs, as well as at-risk youth, can enjoy the excitement of the camp, and build lifetime friendships with other children with a similar background.

Waynesboro, Virginia

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Camp LIGHT is a summer day camp program for individuals with special needs and at-risk youth. Our mission is to show kids with special needs and circumstances that life is only limited by their imagination, and to give them new tools and skills, along with love and support, to inspire them to become anything they can dream. When school is out for the summer, kids still need an environment that keeps them active, learning, and growing. Summer camp is a great place for children to improve social skills, stay active and moving, and have fun! We want individuals with special needs to be able to participate in activities that their peers are able to participate in and create an environment where they can feel safe and loved while learning new skills and reaching outside of their comfort zone. Camp LIGHT is offered to families at no cost so that children with medical, physical, behavioral, and other special needs, as well as at risk youth, have the opportunity to participate in the program despite their financial situation. Campers get to participate in activities like archery, swimming, horseback riding, animal management, gardening, nature exploration, fishing, arts and crafts, outdoor sports, and more! Programs will help release the emotional, physical, and financial burdens caused by serious childhood illnesses, and will provide a peer network that reaches far beyond the LIGHT of a summer campfire.

Camp LIGHT's programs are supported through donations, foundations, grants, and annual fundraisers like our live auction, fall corn maze, and Christmas Wonderland. If you are interested in learning more about how you can support us through donations or volunteering, feel free to reach out to us!

Camp dates for 2023: Camp is offered as a 4-day session, with 8 sessions to choose from!
June 5-8: open to kids ages 6-12 with special needs
June 12-15: open to individuals ages 6-17 with special needs
June 19-22: open to teens ages 13-17 with special needs
June 26-29: open to kids ages 6-12 with special needs
July 3-5: open to individuals ages 6-17 with special needs
July 10-13: open to kids ages 6-12 with lower support special needs and at-risk youth
July 17-20: "Christmas in July" week: open to teens ages 13-17 with lower support special needs and at-risk youth
July 24-27: open to adults ages 18+ with special needs

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Creative Works Farm - Proud Home of CampLIGHT

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https://vaburncamp.org/

434-263-6566

Ages 7-17

Central Virginia Burn Camp is a residential summer camp for young burn survivors. It is free for children between 7-17 years old, and staffed by firefighters, occupational therapists, nurses, adult burn survivors and volunteers. Activities at the camp include a team -building ropes, sports, arts and crafts, swimming, Camp Olympics, Archery, fishing, canoeing, horseback riding, campfires, a carnival, the camp dancing, and the end of the week variety show.

Charlottesville, Virginia

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Ages 7-16

A week-long summer camp for children with diabetes. Activities include tubing down the Greenbrier River, canoeing, swimming, archery, biking and more.

Anthony, WV

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Campers participate in both recreational activities and structured social skills lessons throughout the day. Educational opportunities that extend from fun lessons, in-house field trips, to outdoor games and adventures.

Columbia, MD

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Social Beginnings - Social Skills for Kids

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https://www.marylandschoolfortheblind.org/summer-programs-2026/

410-444-5000

Grades 5-12

MSB summer programs offer children that are blind or have low vision the opportunity of participating in different outdoor/ activities dependent on their individual skills. The camps serve children in grades 5-12.

Baltimore, Maryland

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Summer Programs 2026 – Maryland School for the Blind

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Exciting Opportunities • Skill Building • Adventure • Independence

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540-471-1659

Ages 6 – Adult

A summer day camp program for individuals with special needs and at-risk youth. Offers a place for children to improve social skills, stay active and have fun. The camp is offered for families at no cost so that children with medical, physical, behavioral, and other special needs, as well as at risk youth, can enjoy the excitement of the camp, and build lifetime friendship with other children with similar background.

Waynesboro, VA

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Camp LIGHT is a summer day camp program for individuals with special needs and at-risk youth. Our mission is to show kids with special needs and circumstances that life is only limited by their imagination, and to give them new tools and skills, along with love and support, to inspire them to become anything they can dream. When school is out for the summer, kids still need an environment that keeps them active, learning, and growing. Summer camp is a great place for children to improve social skills, stay active and moving, and have fun! We want individuals with special needs to be able to participate in activities that their peers are able to participate in and create an environment where they can feel safe and loved while learning new skills and reaching outside of their comfort zone. Camp LIGHT is offered to families at no cost so that children with medical, physical, behavioral, and other special needs, as well as at risk youth, have the opportunity to participate in the program despite their financial situation. Campers get to participate in activities like archery, swimming, horseback riding, animal management, gardening, nature exploration, fishing, arts and crafts, outdoor sports, and more! Programs will help release the emotional, physical, and financial burdens caused by serious childhood illnesses, and will provide a peer network that reaches far beyond the LIGHT of a summer campfire.

Camp LIGHT's programs are supported through donations, foundations, grants, and annual fundraisers like our live auction, fall corn maze, and Christmas Wonderland. If you are interested in learning more about how you can support us through donations or volunteering, feel free to reach out to us!

Camp dates for 2023: Camp is offered as a 4-day session, with 8 sessions to choose from!
June 5-8: open to kids ages 6-12 with special needs
June 12-15: open to individuals ages 6-17 with special needs
June 19-22: open to teens ages 13-17 with special needs
June 26-29: open to kids ages 6-12 with special needs
July 3-5: open to individuals ages 6-17 with special needs
July 10-13: open to kids ages 6-12 with lower support special needs and at-risk youth
July 17-20: "Christmas in July" week: open to teens ages 13-17 with lower support special needs and at-risk youth
July 24-27: open to adults ages 18+ with special needs

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202-9656600

Grades 1 – 12

Summer program for students with learning disabilities, dyslexia, ADHD, and other language -based learning differences. Help students understand their needs, evaluate their weaknesses, build confidence, and develop techniques for overcoming learning challenges.

Washington, D.C

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Lab's 54th Summer Session

Note that students will participate in either the On-Campus Lower School Program OR the Virtual Lower School Program, (see next dropdown) but not both.
On-Campus Lower School Morning Program
8:30am-12:30pm

Monday-Friday
Tuition: $3,300 for completed contracts and full payment received by April 15, $3,600 after April 15, $4,100 after May 31
Students should bring a snack; they will have a short snack and movement break during the program. A copy of your child's schedule will be provided at the beginning of the summer session.
Young learners enrolled in The Lab School of Washington's summer program will benefit from daily small-group instruction as well as classes designed to enhance language, and social development. A report from your child's reading tutor describing literacy skills targeted over the summer, areas of continued need, and effective strategies for ensuring continued progress in literacy is provided after the end of the summer session.

Each child's daily schedule includes the following:

Reading Instruction
Students engage in daily, specialized small-group structured literacy instruction, targeting phonemic awareness, decoding, spelling, vocabulary, and comprehension strategies. These focused Orton-Gillingham lessons provide the intensity and depth critical for emerging and developing readers. Students are grouped according to particular needs.

Number Investigators
Using a multi-sensory approach involving art and hands-on projects, students will tackle a variety of math applications including number sense, measurement, estimation, graphing, and algebraic equations. Daily challenges and word problems will reinforce skills learned as students investigate the wide world of numbers. Students will learn that everyone can do math as they collaborate with others, build models, and solve problems emphasizing logic, critical thinking, and attention to detail.

Academic Clubs
Our signature Academic Clubs immerse students in themed learning environments. Each Academic Club sets a dramatic framework for learning by creating an imagined time and place where every child plays an important role. Students experience hands-on, project-based learning designed to build language, content knowledge, and critical thinking with a variety of art forms. Students participate in one of three Academic Clubs.
Summer of Insects:

Ant Research Lab - Join our team of entomologists as we explore and study the world of ants!

Insect Art Gallery - Join us at our gallery as we study and create art inspired by insects. Guided by examples both ancient and modern, the beauty of bugs will spark our artistic creativity.

Beekeeper's Club - Explore the lives of honeybees as you join our team of beekeepers. In collaboration with DC Beekeepers Alliance.

For rising 7th-12th

On-Campus Middle School/High School Program Morning Program 8:30am-12:30pm

Monday-Friday
Tuition: $3,300 for completed contracts and full payment received by April 15, $3,600 after April 15, $4,100 after May 31
The Summer Project - Join us in creating a digital journey into America's past The Home Front: Life in America during World War II View Summer Project Brochure
The Lab School's Summer Program explores the dramatic economic and cultural changes of the 1940s, a time of unprecedented production and mobilization by American civilians in war time, through an exciting, challenging immersion into arts and academics.

Over the course of our 4-week adventure, students will participate in a plethora of arts-based and academic activities, culminating in an overarching digital project. Exploring literary, social, political, and cultural contexts of this important time in American history will help strengthen their academic, social, and problem-solving skills.

Whether your primary interests are in the visual or the performing arts, you will have the opportunity to contribute to all aspects
of the summer project, while developing and applying academic skills in reading, writing, math, and the arts!

For rising 2nd-rising 9th

Monday-Friday
Tuition: $3,050 for completed contracts and full payment received by April 15, $3,350 after April 15, $3,850 after May 31
The virtual program sessions will be scheduled between 8:30am-12:15pm; however, other scheduling options may be considered based on need.
Should your child enroll in the Virtual Summer School program?
The virtual option is built with flexibility in mind. This option might be right for you if you live outside the DMV or if your child has a challenging schedule.

What is the focus of the Virtual Summer School program?
The virtual summer program is primarily a maintenance program focusing on skill retention in reading, writing, and math. Students will be in groups of four unless otherwise noted.
What is the theme of the Virtual Summer School program this summer?

Reading
Students will engage in daily literacy instruction with an Orton- Gillingham trained tutor. These sessions will be tailored to each student's needs by working on phonemic awareness, decoding,
spelling, vocabulary, and comprehension strategies. Students
will practice daily oral reading and fluency development. These sessions provide the intensity and depth critical for emerging, developing, and proficient readers. Lower school students will be paired with one other student; middle school students will be in groups of up to four students.

Math
Students will work in small groups consisting of a maximum of four students. Students are provided with opportunities to solve authentic math problems while giving ample opportunities to practice calculation skills. Math vocabulary will be highlighted. The daily challenges will include math topics such as number sense, measurement, estimation, data science, and algebraic equations. Students will see the application of math skills to help them not only reinforce their skills but to also help increase their overall enjoyment of math.

Writing
Writing skills will be strengthened by daily writing work. Writing strategies will be embedded into the content students are learning in reading (and math). Students will incorporate textual evidence into their writing beginning at the sentence level and moving, as appropriate, into paragraphs and compositions. Students will produce writing that requires all parts of the writing process: brainstorming, outlining, note taking, drafting, editing, and revising to create a polished final product.

Other virtual tutoring opportunities are available. Please reach out to amy.oswalt@labschool.org for more information.

Is your student ready to move beyond the basics and advance their writing skills? Through small-group instruction, students will develop strategies to increase sophistication of vocabulary, sentence structure, and multi-paragraph essays. Specific instruction using programs such as The Writing Revolution® will give students practice planning, organizing, drafting, revising, and editing a variety of expository text structures, such as academic essays and high school/college entrance compositions. Students will leave with a toolkit to tackle future writing assignments. Students will:

increase executive functioning skills for planning, organizing, and self-assessing written work.

improve outlining and selection of graphic organizers.

enhance complexity, clarity, and coherence of essays.

reinforce research skills and strategies.

strengthen skills for editing and revising written work.

explore assistive technology to support individual needs,

such as word prediction, speech-to-text, text-to-speech, and research organization tools.

Please note a writing sample will be required for admission into this program.
Engaging with Lab's 3-D printers, students will complete projects that require the honing and utilization of critical executive function skills, including task initiation, planning/prioritization, organization, time management, goal-directed persistence, flexibility, and metacognition. Students will:

learn time-management strategies for daily, weekly, and long- term assignments.

practice estimating time, monitoring project timelines, and reflecting on adherence to guidelines.

explore technology and Smart devices to determine which programs work to keep them on track.

learn popular executive functioning strategies, including "Get Ready, Do, Done."

generate a home strategy toolkit for future academic tasks and projects.

Beyond the Page*
*For Lab High School Students
via Distance Learning
Ages: Rising 9th-12th grade (for Lab Students only)
Twice per week (flexible schedule available)
Tuition: $945

Rising 9th-12th grade Lab students are guided through their assigned summer reading book with a specific focus on reading comprehension techniques, executive functioning strategies, and independent learning and self-advocacy skills.
Two times per week, Speech-Language Pathologists will:

assign reading sections.

post an assignment that focuses on factual comprehension, higher-level comprehension (e.g., inferences or predictions), or connections to self, the world, and other texts.

schedule online "hangout" sessions for video conferencing and collaborative book discussions.

provide individualized feedback and support on all assignments.

Instruction is highly individualized and systematically targets development of reading and spelling skills. A variety of research- based reading and spelling resources using the Orton-Gillingham approach may be utilized, specific to the needs of each child.
Daily sessions include:

individual and small-group instruction, tailored to student- specific needs.

computer-based instruction for further practice with phonological, decoding, and encoding skills.

Instructional Goals:

Develop pre- and early-literacy skills.

Increase phonological awareness skills including rhyming, blending, segmenting, and sound manipulation.

Improve knowledge of alphabetic code for reading and spelling skills.

Develop syllabification skills and morphological awareness to enhance reading and spelling (e.g., syllable division strategies,

recognition of prefixes, suffixes, roots).

Enhance reading accuracy and fluency for comprehension.

Post-testing shows, on average, 15-20% gains in foundational reading and spelling skills.
Storytelling skills are the building blocks of communication, friendships, and comprehension. Does your child have a lot to say but can't always get their message across? Do they skip details or go off on tangents when talking about their day? Using interactive digital and art platforms, students will develop language skills to bring their stories to life through the creation of comics and movies. Within a small group, students will learn tools for planning a complete, well-organized narrative. A variety of methods and materials including Mindwing Concepts Story Grammar Marker® and Six Second Stories® will be introduced. Students will:

learn the critical components of a narrative.

answer WH-questions.

identify key information from stories read aloud and develop

succinct summaries.

improve the ability to share personal experiences in a concise,

organized fashion.

explore movie making, book, and comic strip technology.

Calling all detectives! It is time to put your sleuthing skills to work! Through small-group instruction, students will hone their language comprehension skills while solving mysteries and "crimes." Interactive, engaging activities, allow student to work collaboratively to gain experience deriving deeper meaning from information provided in order to draw reasonable conclusions. Students will:

extract, analyze, and synthesize facts.

identify and summarize key information.

develop observation, inference, and prediction skills.

practice deductive reasoning skills.

cite textual and/or observational evidence that supports analysis and conclusions.

Help your child become more at ease with the writing process! Through small-group instruction, students will develop tools to prepare for writing in a variety of academic contexts. Specific instruction using programs such as The Writing Revolution® will give students practice planning, organizing, drafting, and revising in a variety of expository text structures. Students will leave with a toolkit to tackle future writing assignments! Students will:

increase executive functioning skills for planning and organizing the writing process.

enhance sophistication of sentence structure, word choice, and writing style.

explore assistive technology tools to support individual needs, such as: word prediction, speech-to-text, and text-to-speech.

Please note a writing sample will be required for admission into this program. All Speech, Language, and Literacy programs are run by ASHA-certified Speech-Language Pathologists.
For more information on all Speech and Language programs, please contact Kelly Mills at 202-349-8660 orkelly.mills@labschool.org.

Handwriting, keyboarding, puzzles, mazes, projects! Join the team of occupational therapists to work on fine motor skills
and improve handwriting, keyboarding, and use of tools. Each day will include activities that improve visual motor integration. Using fun tasks, and drills, therapists will develop a progression of just-right challenges within a developmental framework to build the necessary skills needed for written communication such as handwriting and keyboarding. They will also present visual-spatial tasks including puzzles, mazes, and reading charts and graphs. Since this group is all virtual, relevant supplies will be dropped off to the student's house prior to July 6.

This group includes:

individualized handwriting instruction.

individualized keyboarding instruction.

assignment of online keyboarding account for at-home practice

exploration and functional use of various academic tools: rulers, yardsticks, measuring cups, compasses, protractors, hole punches, etc.

Interactive Metronome
Ages 8 +
12:30pm-1:30pm (if in person);
2:00pm-3:00pm if virtual Monday-Friday (19 sessions)
Can be in-person or virtual
Maximum of 2 students
Tuition: $3,000

What is IM? The Interactive Metronome® (IM) is a computer-based program shown to improve attention, coordination, and timing in students. During each session, the participant listens to a rhythmic beat while completing various hand and foot exercises.

Benefits of Interactive Metronome include:

improving working memory, learning to filter distractions, inhibiting impulsivity, and promoting self-regulation.

addressing weaknesses in skill areas such as fine-motor coordination, handwriting, gross-motor coordination, agility, and visual/perceptual motor skills.

offering individualized one-on-one program.

Sessions will be provided by an occupational therapist trained in IM.

To provide the most effective treatment, a questionnaire of occupational therapy skills will be completed prior to the first session. If participating virtually, the home version of IM will be dropped off at your child's house prior to July 6.

Speech and Language 1:1 Therapy
Ages 6+
1-hour sessions offered between 8:30am-1:30pm
Individual sessions offered 1-2 times per week
4 sessions: $620
8 sessions: $1,240

Summer therapy services are a great way to introduce or maintain speech and language skills. Individual therapy sessions are available for students of all ages and can take place in-person or virtually. All sessions are 60 minutes in length, highly individualized, and can target skills such as:

vocabulary and concept knowledge

grammar/syntax

listening and reading comprehension

language formulation and organization

social pragmatics

problem solving

phonological awareness, reading, and spelling

written expression

voice, fluency, and articulation

executive functioning

Occupational Therapy 1:1 sessions (60 minutes)
8 sessions (T/Th): $1,240
11 sessions (MWF): $1,705
19 sessions (every day): $2,945

Individual therapy sessions are available for students of all ages. Sessions can be either virtual or in-person. All sessions are
60 minutes in length, highly individualized, and can target skills such as:

handwriting

keyboarding

gross motor skills

fine motor skills

visual motor integration

visual perceptual skills

ocular motor skills

sensory integration

executive functioning

Occupational Therapy 1:1 sessions (45 minutes)

(For students enrolled in either the Lower School or the Middle/High School morning programs)

During the school day
Scheduled during a break time or non-academic class
4 sessions: $580
8 sessions: $1,160

Sessions can be either virtual or in-person. All sessions are 45 minutes in length, highly individualized, and can target skills such as:

handwriting

keyboarding

gross motor skills

fine motor skills

visual motor integration

visual perceptual skills

ocular motor skills

sensory integration

executive functioning

Ready, Set, SMILE!
Ages 4-7
8:45am-12:30pm on campus
Monday-Friday
Maximum of 5 students
Tuition: $3,500 for completed contracts and full payment received by April 15, $3,800 after April 15

Revamped and rebranded for the 2021 summer, this occupational therapy (OT) group takes your child back to the foundations of sensory motor development! Targeting 4-7 year-olds, this dynamic 3 hour and 45 minute group addresses sensory motor integration and self-regulation skills, pre-writing fine motor activities, gross motor skills, and social skills.

In-person while following safe risk-mitigation practices

2:1 and 1:1 ratio for instruction and therapy

OT sensory motor activities emphasize motor coordination, body awareness, balance, core stability, and self-regulation while utilizing suspended equipment.

Fine motor activities target foundational skills necessary for handwriting and tool manipulation, including bilateral coordination, hand and finger strength, visual perceptual and visual motor skills, and more!

Activities of daily living are integrated throughout the day, including lunch time, to promote independence.

End-of-summer report provides individualized suggestions for home and school.

SAILors Burst!
During the weeks of July 6-July 30, 2021 via Distance Learning
Ages 4-6
30-minute sessions between the hours of 8:30am-10:30am
Individual Sessions: 3 days a week (M/W/F)
Group Sessions: 2 days a week (T/Th) Parent Forum: 1 per week
Tuition: $2,225

Give your young child a burst of Speech And Intensive Language* this summer while developing social and academic skills needed for preschool and kindergarten classrooms.

Weekly Therapeutic Schedule:

3 Individual sessions (30 min/session)

2 Small group sessions (30 min/session) Parent Forum (30 min)

Individual sessions are tailored to your child's specific profile. Small group instruction (2-4 students per group) may include:

Pragmatics & Play - Using the We Thinkers! Program®, students work together to learn about and practice social language skills through lessons, stories, and play.

Speech-Sound Success - Practice generalizing articulation and speech skills in play and craft activities. SLPs will provide multiple opportunities for cuing and practice in a fun, group dynamic.

Early Literacy Lessons - Work on pre-literacy skills such as phonemic awareness, letter recognition and formation, and early sound-symbol correspondence.

Lively Language - Practice with following directions, listening comprehension, sentence structure, and vocabulary through thematic instruction.

A brief screening will be required before enrollment into Ready, Set, SMILE.
For more information, please contact the Occupational Therapy Department at 202-349-8600 orOT@labschool.org.

Socializing with Friends
Ages: Rising 5th-8th grade
Tuesdays 1:30pm-2:15pm
Fee: $480

Students who identify as girls will engage in activities to improve social skills and practice verbalizing their feelings. Group activities will promote communication and self-advocacy skills and help to build relationship skills. The group will include game play as a way of promoting peer relationships and bonding.

Developing Independence & Healthy Habits
Ages: Rising 7th-9th grade
Mondays & Wednesdays, 2:00pm-2:45pm
Fee: $840

In a safe, inviting, and fun space, students will develop the introspective skills needed to choose healthy habits that will lead to an enjoyable and meaningful summer and beyond. Students will spend time identifying personal goals in the areas of physical health, emotional health, and relational health with family and friends, and will learn different self-management strategies to support the practice of healthy habits throughout the summer and into the next school year. Games, group discussions, and student-designed and -facilitated activities will be used in sessions over the course of the group.

Psychotherapy services during the summer session can help to address a number of emotional or behavioral concerns, and to support the development of emerging skills. Sessions incorporating cognitive-behavioral approaches can address a range of areas, including:

anxieties and fears

lack of confidence

emotional self-awareness

self-control and self-regulation skills

healthy coping skills

problem-solving skills

perspective-taking

All group offerings will be conducted virtually.

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571-295-5116

Camp Friendship supports children and young adults with a variety of social and communicative needs, including Autism, ADHD, OCD, anxiety, and sensory sensitivities. The camp’s main goal is to help children and young adults feel confident and successful in social situations by providing a structured and supportive environment in which to explore and play.

Falls Church, Virginia

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703-938-8323

Ages 3-7

Green Hedges summer camp creates a child-centered environment where children feel confident to participate, discover, and grow and go home each day eager to return! The Green Hedges and Montessori philosophies inform every aspect of Summer Camp at Green Hedges. Daily and weekly activities are designed to meet the developmental and social needs of children ages 3-7. Vienna, Virginia

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Grades 3 – 10

A three and a half week sleep away camp for kids with Asperger’s Syndrome, high functioning autism and nonverbal learning disabilities to make friends and grow socially.

Vermont and Wisconsin

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Akeela campers are completing grades 3 - 10 and are excited about a camp experience that supports their social growth. Many have been diagnosed with Asperger's, NVLD or a similar neurodiverse profile. At Akeela, they truly belong and find lifelong friends.

A three-and-a-half week sleep-away camp in the beautiful Green Mountains of Vermont. Campers live in cabins with up to 8 peers and 4 counselors. Our traditional New England camp program includes arts, outdoor adventure & ropes course, athletics, pool & lakefront aquatics, and much more!

In addition to our camps for grades 3 - 10, Beyond Akeela prepares 10th - 12th graders for life after high school, with an emphasis on social skills, independence, college readiness and FUN! Family Camp is a one-week camp in mid-August for the entire family!
Connect With Our Directors

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Autism & Asperger's Social Skills Summer Camp | Camp Akeela

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Ages 6-10

Camp SuperNOVA is a summer day camp for children, ages 6-10, working on pragmatic language skills and regulation amongst peer groups. Activities range from the outdoor playground and water play to small group team relays and projects, sensory experimentation, arts & crafts, special community guests, and more.

Alexandria, Virginia

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Camp Corral’s camp mission is to transform the lives of children of wounded, ill, and fallen military heroes by providing camps, advocacy, and enrichment programs.

Multiple locations

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https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/parktakes

Fairfax County Camps/Parktakes camps are designed for families needing full-day activities or those interested in just a few hours of hands-on activities. Offers a variety of activities in a wide variety of categories including aquatics, fitness, dance, outdoor recreation, performing arts, and many more.

Multiple locations

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703-385-7978 or 703-591-3689

City of Fairfax summer camps provide programs that will allow children to grow and develop intellectually, physically, culturally, and socially. Campers will have the benefit of learning from role models’ while spending quality time.

Fairfax, Virginia

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The Department of Neighborhood and Community Services (NCS) offers a variety of youth and teen camps during Fairfax County Public School's winter, spring, and summer breaks.

Fairfax County public schools and community centers

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Elementary Institute for the Arts (E-IFTA)

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E-IFTA is a weekly arts camp for elementary-aged students who love to sing, dance, act, perform, make, and create. Students take part in four classes every day related to dance, music, theatre, and visual art. They work with FCPS fine arts teachers who create classes that are fun and engaging.

Robinson Secondary School

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Grades 6-11

The Institute for the Arts (IFTA) is a dynamic summer enrichment program that offers hands-on classes in visual arts, music, theater, and dance, culminating in an exciting showcase performance. Here, aspiring artists can explore their creativity and develop their unique voices in a supportive and inspiring environment!

Robinson Secondary School

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A summer enrichment program for students currently in grades 6 - 11.

We are excited to offer our enrichment program in person! Space is limited, and registration is on a first-come basis until seats are filled.

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Four Week Program:

Two Week Program:

Eligibility

Open to students in grades 6-11 during the 2022-23 school year.

The Program - Summer 2023

The Institute for the Arts (IFTA) is a two or four-week summer enrichment program for students in middle school and high school. Students select from nearly 90 classes in:

*High school students can select Health and PE 9. They must register for both sessions.

Eligibility

Open to students in grades 6-11 who will enter grades 7-12 during the 2023-24 school year.

All students are welcome:

FCPS students.

Students enrolled in private schools.

Students who are home schooled.

Non-Fairfax County residents.

Attendance and Conduct Requirements

Students are expected to follow the rules outlined in the FCPS Student Rights and Responsibilities Regulation. To complete IFTA coursework, students must:

Be able to work independently and in large groups.

Follow teacher directions.

Maintain positive relationships with peers and adults.

Lunch

Students have 30 minutes for lunch. Additional information will be provided as it becomes available.

Transportation

There is bus transportation from select FCPS high schools and middle schools outside of the Lake Braddock Secondary School pyramid. Transportation to and from these schools is the responsibility of the parent/guardian. Transportation information will be communicated to families prior to the start of the program.

Contact

Refund Information

Refund requests must be submitted online. Please see Full Refund Details for additional information and deadlines.
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Institute for the Arts (IFTA): Camps and Institutes

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A summer enrichment program for students currently in grades 6 - 11. We are excited to offer our enrichment program in person! Space is limited, and registration is on a first-come basis until seats are filled. Open to students in grades 6-11 during the 2022-23 school year.

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Grades K-5
Tech Adventure Camp is a weekly exploratory camp designed to allow students to explore STEAM, culinary, health, trades, business, and marketing areas. The camp is open to students in grades K-5 during the 2025-26 school year. Students must be at least six years old by the first day of camp.
Robinson Secondary School

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Are you ready to create, explore, and learn in Summer 2021?

Tech Adventure Camp (TAC) is a weekly exploratory camp designed to give students the opportunity to explore STEAM, culinary, health, trades, business and marketing areas. The camp is open to students in grades 2-6 during the 2020-21 school year.

Tech Adventure Camp Program Information

Eligibility

Open to students in grades 2-6 during the 2020-21 school year. Students currently in grades 7-11 may participate in CTE Summer Academy. Space is limited, and registration is on a first-come basis until seats are filled.

All students are welcome:

FCPS students.

Students enrolled in private schools.

Students who are homeschooled.

Non-Fairfax County residents.

Program Information

Dates and Times

Week 1: July 12 - July 16, 2021

Week 2: July 19 - July 23, 2021

Week 3: July 26 - July 30, 2021

8:30 a.m.-2 p.m.

Early drop-off begins at 7:30 a.m.

After-care is available between 2:30 and 5:30 p.m.

Location

Robinson Secondary School

Tuition

Full: $275 per week

Free and reduced lunch: No tuition

Classes and Daily Schedule

Students have five classes every day. There is one, 55-minute class in STEAM, health and medical, culinary, trade and industrial, and business and marketing every day.

2021 Themes and Course Descriptions

Week 1: Young Entrepreneurs: Food Truck Edition!

Are you ready to become a Food Truck Master? Learn what it takes to start a food truck business. Design the truck, create healthy recipes, and determine the marketing plan. Campers will also cook recipes for their food truck!

Week 2: The Great Rescue Mission

Your mission: prepare for and complete a rescue expedition. Help people in emergencies and promote the efforts of others. Mission accomplished!

Week 3: CTE Olympics

Competition is building in the CTE pathways! Go behind the scenes in the athletic world to learn how athletes perform. Tackle sports marketing. Score at keeping athletes safe. Campers may do light physical activities to learn about the health of athletes.

Lunch

Students will have a 30-minute lunch break every day.

FCPS Food Services provides lunch for $3.50 or students may bring a lunch from home. FCPS students can use their school accounts or pay with cash. Non-FCPS students can pay with cash.

Starting mid-June (specific date TBD), view the lunch menu by school location. Vending machines are available.

Transportation

There is bus transportation from select FCPS high schools and middle schools outside of the Robinson pyramid. Transportation to and from these schools is the responsibility of the parent or guardian. Transportation information will be communicated to families prior to the start of the program.

CTE Summer Enrichment After Care
New to Summer 2021
CTE Summer Enrichment will provide extra time and space for students to continue exploring, creating, and learning after Tech Adventure Camp ends for the day. Students will have options for individual exploration or group freeform play. Students may also bring books, games, or other activities from home. We encourage students to bring a snack, food is not provided during this program. Transportation is not provided for this program and is the responsibility of the parent or guardian.

Dates and Times

Tuition

$100 each week.

Tech Adventure Camp at Home

Explore Career and Technical Education (CTE) courses from home at your own pace! This FREE resource includes activity guides and supply lists needed to create several fun projects in STEAM, cooking, health, trades, business and marketing areas.

Students can access these guides by visiting the Enrichment Activities Google Site. Students must log in using their FCPS G Suite account (a student's ID number followed by @fcpsschools.net).

Registration

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Tech Adventure Camp (TAC) is a weekly exploratory camp designed to give students the opportunity to explore STEAM, culinary, health, trades, business and marketing areas. The camp is open to students in grades 2-6 during the 2020-21 school year. Open to students in grades 2-6 during the 2020-21 school year.

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202-625-1921

Headfirst Summer Camps programs are intentionally designed to spark curiosity, build confidence, and create the Headfirst Moments that help every child stretch, surprise themselves, and discover what they can do. With four convenient locations and programs for ages 3–13, Headfirst Summer Camps offers a premium summer experience full of learning, friendship, and fun. Oakton, Virginia

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#1 Summer Camp in the Washington DC Area | Headfirst Summer Camps

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Summer Camp Programs | Headfirst Summer Camps

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Headfirst offers a variety of summer camp programs for ages 3-13 with sports, STEM, day & overnight camps in DC, Bethesda, Alexandria, Oakton & Leesburg.

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Career and Technical Education(CSA) Summer Academy 

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Career and Technical Education(CSA) Summer Academy 

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Grades 6-11

CTE Summer Academy is a weekly enrichment program that allows students to dive deeper into Career and Technical Education (CTE) program areas. Develop new or existing skills and begin career exploration. Students can personalize their experience by choosing which CTE classes they will take!

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A summer enrichment and skills development program for students currently in grades 7-11.

We can't wait for summer! Check out the 2022 program information below!
CTE Summer Academy (CSA) is a weekly enrichment program that allows students to:

Dive deeper into Career and Technical Education (CTE) program areas

Encourages skill development

Begin career exploration

Students are able to personalize their experience by choosing which CTE classes they will take!

CTE Summer Academy Program Information

Eligibility

Open to students in grades 7-11 during the 2021-22 school year. Students currently in grades 2-6 may participate in Tech Adventure Camp. Space is limited, and registration is on a first-come basis until seats are filled.

All students are welcome:

FCPS students.

Students enrolled in private schools.

Students who are homeschooled.

Non-Fairfax County residents.

Program Information

Dates

Week 1: July 11 - 15, 2022

Week 2: July 18 - 22, 2022

Week 3: July 25 - 29, 2022

Time

8:30 a.m.- 2 p.m.

Early drop-off begins at 7:30 a.m.

Location

Lake Braddock Secondary School

Tuition

*To be eligible, students must apply on Free and Reduced Meals website. You must allow your benefits to be shared or submit the Consent to Share Information Form.

Classes and Daily Schedule

Students have four classes every day. Students choose their classes during the registration process and are encouraged to try new and exciting content.

Class descriptions can be found below. Activities and projects change each year so students who participated in 2021 can choose the same classes again this summer.

Coding Adventures

Are you interested in coding and programming? Learn the basics or take your skills to the next level in this exciting class.

Cyber Security Fundamentals

Can you stop hackers from getting into the network? Learn the skills of cyber security and how to protect yourself and others from online threats.

Mastering Microsoft

Want to sharpen your Microsoft Office skills? This class will help you master the use of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Publisher. These skills are highly sought after in the workforce!

Digital Portfolio

This class will help you create a career portfolio and learn how to market yourself to potential employers.

Workforce Prep

Take this class and prepare yourself for the world of work! Learn how to create your resume and master the interview process.

Baking Basics

We're mixing up some delicious treats in this class! Grab those oven mitts, it's time to bake!

Crafting 101

Are you creative and love making things? Learn how to make basic crafts for gifts, home decor, and more!

Kitchen Classics

Do you love cooking? Build basic skills or expand your knowledge in the culinary arts and food preparation in this class!

Animal Care

Become a better pet owner and learn about how to properly care for animals. You'll be able to gain insight into the veterinary sciences programs offered at FCPS.

Emergency First Aid/CPR

Do you have what it takes to help someone in an emergency? Learn the basics of First Aid and CPR in this class so you can help someone in need or yourself!

Health Care Basics

Calling all those interested in health care! Learn about health care career pathways and gain hands-on experiences with tools and equipment in health fields.

Entrepreneurship: Shark Tank

Do you have what it takes to win over the sharks? In our own version of "Shark Tank," students will become entrepreneurs.

It's Marketing!

Learn more about marketing in this fun and interactive class. Topics can include sports, social media, fashion, etc.

CAD 101

Learn how to design like an engineer, architect, and product designer! Our Computer-Aided Design (CAD) classes can teach you the basics of using CAD or help expand skills you have already learned in the classroom.

Design Shop

Calling all design enthusiasts! Take your design skills to the next level by creating a product in this hands-on design and production class.

Flight School

It's time to take off! Learn more about how objects fly by building your own aircraft in this fun and exciting class.

Let's Make It!

3D Printing, Laser Cutting, and CNC machines, oh my! Explore these rapid prototyping techniques and learn how to properly use these machines to create your next invention.

Problem Solving

Do you have what it takes to solve an engineering design problem? Take a deeper dive into the engineering problem-solving process to solve a problem from ideas to testing a developed solution.

World of Robots

Do you have a passion for robots? Take your skills to the next level or learn the basics of building, programming, and controlling robots.

Crime Scene Investigation

Can you solve this mystery? Explore how investigators in criminal justice solve crimes including the tools and materials they use.

Home Building

How do we build homes? What skills are needed for basic home repairs? Learn it all and get hands-on experience in this class.

Mechanic Mania

Interested in vehicles? Learn the basics of auto technology and car care in this interactive class.

Movie Production

Lights, camera, action! What does it take to make a video? Learn all about it in this class.

Salon Basics

Take your hair, skin, and nail care skills to the next level in this class. Learn how hair care professionals help us go from drab to fab!

Wood Creations

Take a tour of our woodworking shop and learn how to safely use machines and tools found in the woodshop. Gain hands-on experience in the full production process of wooden items.

Lunch

Students will have a 30-minute lunch break every day. Additional information will be provided as it becomes available.

Transportation

There is bus transportation from select FCPS high schools and middle schools. Transportation to and from these schools is the responsibility of the parent or guardian. Transportation information will be communicated to families prior to the start of the program.

Registration

Monday, January 31 - Friday, June 17, 2022

Forms

All students must deliver the appropriate form(s) prior to the first day of camp. Forms can be emailed to Beth Mehr.

Lab Safety and Food Agreement

As part of the registration process, parents and students must agree to the following lab safety and food guidelines.
Students without the appropriate forms will not be able to participate until forms are submitted.
Non-FCPS students must provide a copy of the following documents:

Birth certificate

Medical evidence of immunization

The most recent 2019-20 school report card

which can be emailed to [email protected] or mailed to: FCPS-ACE, Department C 6815 Edsall Rd, Springfield, VA 22151

Contact

For more information about CTE Summer Academy, contact Beth Mehr at [email protected] .

Follow us on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook for updates and announcements.

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A summer enrichment and skills development program for students currently in grades 7-11. We can't wait for summer! Check out the 2022 program information below! CTE Summer Academy (CSA) is a weekly enrichment program that allows students to: Dive deeper into Career and Technical Education (CTE) program areas Encourages skill development Begin career exploration Students are able to personalize their experience by choosing which CTE classes they will take!

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703-539-2602

Baroody Camps offers an array of camps throughout Northern Virginia that fits every personality, including Sports/PE, Science, STEM, Arts and Craft, Performance, and more.

Falls Church, Virginia

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School Year Programs

Baroody Camps provides enrichment programs in more than 25 public and private schools in Northern Virginia. With over 50 local partnered vendors and teachers, our goal to offer diverse, exciting, creative, educational and fun programs that will enhance a child's learning. Programs range from Yoga, Theater, Dance, Tennis, Music, Magic, Animation, Spanish, Lego Engineering, plus many more!

Summer Camps

We will be back this upcoming Summer 2024 at many of our host sites! We have an array of camps throughout Northern Virginia that fits every personality, including Sports/PE, Science, STEM, Arts and Crafts, Performance, and more.

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Baroody Camps provides enrichment programs in more than 25 public and private schools in Northern Virginia. With over 50 local partnered vendors and teachers, our goal to offer diverse, exciting, creative, educational and fun programs that will enhance a child's learning. Programs range from Yoga, Theater, Dance, Tennis, Music, Magic, Animation, Spanish, Lego Engineering, plus many more!

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703-399-3600

Ages 5-12

Empower Kids camps include all the traditional camp experiences of cooperative games, craft projects, and outdoor play, PLUS gymnastics, ninja, mindfulness, social-emotional learning, STEAM activities, and Sports Play.

Alexandria, Virginia

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ALL classes include elements ofmindfulness, social-emotional development, learning body autonomy and awareness, self-advocacy, keeping a growth mindset, and PLAY!

Explore our programming:

Ground Level Wellness Studio (ages 1-5)

5th Floor Joyful Movement Gym (ages 4.5+)

Out of School Time Day Camps

We are currently in our Winter Session which will conclude on March 28th.

Free trials for first-time participants available March 1st-28th.

Spring Session enrollment will open on March 1st at noon.

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emPOWER kids provides functional fitness classes for children to strengthen bodies, minds and hearts with elements of gymnastics, mindfulness, yoga & boot camp!

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https://campfriendship.com/programs/

434-589-8950

Ages 7-16

Camp Friendship is a summer program for children who need to work on social, communication, and friendship skills. Camps include traditional camping experiences, and another camp is for equestrians. Additionally, they also have a family camp.

Palmyra, Virginia

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Come find your home away from home! Whether you’re a long time camper or ready to start a new tradition, Camp Friendship offers something for everyone.

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https://thej.org/family-youth/camp-achva/

Grades Rising K-10

Rising 9th-12th Graders and Ages 18-27

https://thej.org/family-youth/camp-kesher/

Camp Achva and Camp Kesher engages Northern Virginia's children in Jewish themes of Connection and Peoplehood through music, crafts, storytelling, dance, and more. Both camps provide campers the to build friendships and gain independence skills.

Fairfax, Virginia

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https://www.creativeworksfarm.org/camp-light/

540-471-1659

Ages 6 – Adult

A summer day camp program for individuals with special needs and at-risk youth. Offers a place for children to improve social skills, stay active and have fun. The camp is offered for families at no cost so that children with medical, physical, behavioral, and other special needs, as well as atrisk youth, can enjoy the excitement of the camp, and build lifetime friendships with other children with a similar background. Waynesboro, VA

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Camp LIGHT is a summer day camp program for individuals with special needs and at-risk youth. Our mission is to show kids with special needs and circumstances that life is only limited by their imagination, and to give them new tools and skills, along with love and support, to inspire them to become anything they can dream. When school is out for the summer, kids still need an environment that keeps them active, learning, and growing. Summer camp is a great place for children to improve social skills, stay active and moving, and have fun! We want individuals with special needs to be able to participate in activities that their peers are able to participate in and create an environment where they can feel safe and loved while learning new skills and reaching outside of their comfort zone. Camp LIGHT is offered to families at no cost so that children with medical, physical, behavioral, and other special needs, as well as at risk youth, have the opportunity to participate in the program despite their financial situation. Campers get to participate in activities like archery, swimming, horseback riding, animal management, gardening, nature exploration, fishing, arts and crafts, outdoor sports, and more! Programs will help release the emotional, physical, and financial burdens caused by serious childhood illnesses, and will provide a peer network that reaches far beyond the LIGHT of a summer campfire.

Camp LIGHT's programs are supported through donations, foundations, grants, and annual fundraisers like our live auction, fall corn maze, and Christmas Wonderland. If you are interested in learning more about how you can support us through donations or volunteering, feel free to reach out to us!

Camp dates for 2023: Camp is offered as a 4-day session, with 8 sessions to choose from!
June 5-8: open to kids ages 6-12 with special needs
June 12-15: open to individuals ages 6-17 with special needs
June 19-22: open to teens ages 13-17 with special needs
June 26-29: open to kids ages 6-12 with special needs
July 3-5: open to individuals ages 6-17 with special needs
July 10-13: open to kids ages 6-12 with lower support special needs and at-risk youth
July 17-20: "Christmas in July" week: open to teens ages 13-17 with lower support special needs and at-risk youth
July 24-27: open to adults ages 18+ with special needs

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Creative Works Farm - Proud Home of CampLIGHT

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Applications for summer camp 2023 are open! Camp LIGHT is a summer day camp program for individuals with special needs and at-risk youth. Our mission is to show kids with special needs and circumstances that life is only Read More

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703-593-4777

Ages 5 – 11

Mad Science Camp allows the campers to create, build, and observe a variety of projects to explore science in 30 locations around the DC area. Call for accommodations for children with special needs.

Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, DC

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Winter Break & Summer Science Camps | DC-MD-VA

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We offer kids full-day and half-day camp experiences that are sure to entertain and delight! They will be wowed by green glowing liquid, messages written in secret code, autonomous robots, and mystery substances that change from solid to liquid in seconds. There's something for everyone!

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703-577-4890

Ages7-12

Full-day camp for kids ages 7-12 Strings Camp/ Guitar Camp. No prior experience is required, and instruments are provided.

Burke, VA/ Alexandria, VA/ McLean, VA

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Summer Camps | Study Violin, Viola, Cello, or Guitar | Ages 7-12 | Alexandria and Burke, VA | No prior experience required | Instruments provided

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https://www.potomacmusic.com/music-programs/summer-camps

703-600-9590

Ages 4-17

Potomac Music Summer Camps allow kids to explore creativity and develop musical talents as well as making lasting memories and new experiences.

Lorton, Virginia

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Your kids can express themselves through music this summer. Make lasting memories and new experiences with friends at Potomac Music's Summer Camp.

At Potomac Music, we pride ourselves on delivering an unparalleled experience for every customer interaction. We genuinely believe that customer feedback is essential to our growth. By getting to know what our customers think, we strive to build the best experiences possible.

Summer Camp Sign Up

Sign up for your preferred summer camp by completing the sign up form.

Please include any additional information you would us to know in the message section. A team member will contact you shortly about completing your enrollment.

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Summer Music Camps at Potomac Music in Lorton, VA

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Potomac Music Summer Camps in Lorton, VA, provide an incredible opportunity for kids to explore their creativity and develop their musical talents. Kids will have a blast as they learn to express themselves through music and make new friends while having fun.

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703-999-8077

Ages 8-14

Nova Fencing & Archery Club teaches campers two Olympic sports at one camp, splitting the time between Archery, Fencing, and traditional camp fun and games. No experience is needed, and all equipment is provided.

Falls Church, Virginia

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Spin a lightsaber, wield a sword, and shoot a bow and arrow at our amazing summer camps.

We teach two great Olympic sports at one fun camp. Split your time between Archery, Fencing and traditional camp fun and games. Learn Archery from our great instructors using the USA Archery, Explore Archery program. Our experienced fencing coaches will teach core foundational skills like advance, retreat, thrust and lunge as you learn to fence. At the end of the week, we wrap up with a fencing and archery Robin Hood Team Tournament, using electric fencing equipment. The experience isn't complete until you play Ga-Ga Ball. No experience needed and all equipment is provided. Our 20,000 square foot fencing gym and indoor archery range is located in Falls Church near the border of Arlington and West Alexandria. We are an American Camp Association member camp.

Nova Archery Camp

🏹 Archery Camp 🏹
June 23 - June 27
Archery Camp at NOVA Fencing & Archery Club. No experience needed! Join NOVA Fencing & Archery Club's exciting one-week archery camp designed for beginners and archers shooting from 9 meters. Learn the fundamentals of archery: safety, form, aim and stance as taught by our USA Archery Coach. Take a break from shooting to play fun games like Archery Tag and Ga-Ga Ball!

By the end of the week, you'll be:

Confidently handling your bow and arrow

Shooting accurately at 9 meters

Equipped with the knowledge to continue your archery journey!

All Camp Requirements:

Ages 8 to 14

Ability to Follow Directions

Online Camp Health Forms & Hold Harmless Forms

Camper Code of Conduct

Refund Policy:

Full refunds, less the $30 cancellation fee per camp section, will be issued prior to Monday, May 18.

Refunds of 50% of the total fees paid will be issued up to 14 calendar days prior to the start of camp,

Request received 13 or fewer days prior to the start date - no refund. ​

We ask that campers be picked up promptly at the end of the camp day. Camp staff are not paid to remain after the camp is finished for the day. If you are running late, please call the camp location and let the staff know what time you will arrive. Late pick ups will be charged $1/minute per camper.

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It's good to be a champion, especially at our Battle Camp. Enjoy fencing, archery and games at our amazing camp.

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https://dcunitedsummercamps.com/

202-313-7386

D.C. United Summer Camps offers young soccer players of all abilities (beginners or experienced) the opportunity to connect with their hometown team while learning and practicing.

Washinton, DC/ Bethesda, Maryland/ Oakton, Virginia

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D.C. United
Summer Camps
Registration is now open for 2024 D.C. United Summer Camps!
D.C. United Summer Camps is the perfect opportunity for young players to connect with their hometown team while learning and practicing their favorite sport!

Our soccer curriculum will help players of all abilities, beginner or experienced, develop both on and off the field while teaching lessons such as resiliency, optimism, determination, and goal setting.

Enroll Today

D.C. Camp Dates and Locations for Summer 2024

*Camp will be closed on Thursday, July 4th, making this a 4-day camp week at an adjusted price of $399.

Maryland Camp Dates and Locations for Summer 2024

Virginia Camp Dates and Locations for Summer 2024

*Please note that campers attending in Virginia need to be at least 6 years old by the start of their camp week to participate.

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D.C. United Summer Camps | Soccer in DC, MD, and VA

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D.C. United's official summer camp for boys and girls in rising Kindergarten through 8th grade. Our week-long soccer camp is great for all campers!

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Nationals Baseball Softball Summer  Camps 

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202-715-6683

Nationals Baseball Softball Summer Camp teaches fundamental values of teamwork and leadership and while providing skill development for all ages and experience levels. Additionally, campers will develop a connection with the Nationals through a stadium visit and/or player meet-and-greet.

Oakton, Virginia/ Bethesda, Maryland/ Washington, DC

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Nationals Baseball Camps | Washington Nationals

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202-625-1921

Ages 3-13

Headfirst Summer Camps offers a variety of programs designed to spark curiosity, build confidence, and create moments that help every child stretch, surprise themselves, and discover what they can do. From sports and arts to STEM and outdoor exploration, campers can learn, grow, and make lifelong friends.

Washington, DC

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#1 Summer Camp in the Washington DC Area | Headfirst Summer Camps

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We are Experts in Summer Camps

With over 25 years of experience of running day camps for kids ages 3-13, Headfirst Summer Camps has always paired our proud tradition with innovation to create the best summers ever in the Washington, DC area. We obsess over the quality of our programs.

Through our curated curriculum, we teach thousands of campers every summer how to be the best versions of themselves, all through the power of play! Each year, we challenge ourselves to be the most welcoming and exciting day camp a parent can choose, and the most impactful camp a child can attend. 2024 is no different.

With 6 camp locations throughout Washington, DC, Bethesda and Northern Virginia, and a wide range of programming, any camper can be a Headfirst Camper! Join us for an amazing and active summer before seats fill up!

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#1 Summer Camp in the DC Area | Headfirst Summer Camps

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Headfirst Summer Camp's award-winning STEM, multi-sport, and day camps for kids ages 3-13 with six locations in Greater Washington, DC.

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Grades 1-12

Nova Labs Makerschool offers a variety of camps led by educators featuring hands-on robotics, coding, Art engineering, and more.

Fairfax, Virginia

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Explore our weekly camps tailored to captivate young minds and inspire imaginations. Sign up for one or many - your choice! Browse our categorized camp offerings below.

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703-447-9370

Ages 6-12

Kids Give Back Summer Volunteer Camp offers volunteer opportunities for children ages 6-12.

Fairfax, Virginia

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Are you hosting a party and need a delicious dessert? Or are you looking for a fun treat for your friends and family? Check out what's available in our Virtual Bake Sale! Youth and teens ages 8-18 will make these amazing items for you! Bid on your favorite items, and after you pay, we will...

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Are you hosting a party and need a delicious dessert? Or are you looking for a fun treat for your friends and family? Check out what's available in our Virtual Bake Sale! Youth and teens ages 8-18 will make these amazing items for you! Bid on your favorite items, and after you pay, we will...

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Ages 6-11

Arcadia Farm Camp offers farming activities that vary each week according to the theme. Themes include food, harvesting, weeding, making recipes and more.

Alexandria, Virginia

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Ages 4-18

Day Violins offers diverse camps that include chamber music and fiddle styles from Ireland to Appalachia. Each camp is designed to provide hands-on learning, expert instruction, and a chance to collaborate with fellow musicians.

Chantilly, Virginia

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https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/office-for-children/camp-fairfax
703-449-8989

This full-day program for rising 1st through 7th graders features opportunities in outdoor adventures, performing arts, sports and recreation, visual arts, science, technology, engineering, math exploration, and much more!

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Registration for Camp Fairfax begins March 9, 2022
Welcome to Camp Fairfax 2022!

This full-day program for rising 1st through 7th graders features exciting opportunities in outdoor adventures, performing arts, sports and recreation, visual arts, science, technology, engineering and math exploration and much more!

Families with a SACC account can login to SACC Registration Online (dynaxys.com) to view current services and request to add or cancel weekly Camp Fairfax sessions.

Families new to SACC and Camp Fairfax can access SACC Registration Online (dynaxys.com) to create an account and submit a request for services for Camp Fairfax 2022.

Families will receive an automated response and a SACC registrar will follow-up within five business days regarding enrollment and/or waitlist status.

Families may also call SACC Registration to request services at 703-449-8989, TTY 711 Monday - Friday between 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., except holidays.

Space is limited.

Eligibility
Camp Fairfax is available for rising 1st- through 7th-grade children residing in Fairfax County and the City of Fairfax.

Program Dates
Community Centers: Weekly Sessions from Monday, June 13 - Friday, August 19, 2022 (Closed Monday, June 20 and Monday, July 4)
FCPS Sites: Weekly Sessions from Tuesday, June 21 - Friday, August 5, 2022 (Closed Monday, June 20 and Monday, July 4)

**Sites serving children and youth, ages 5 - 21, with multiple disabilities.
Dates and locations subject to change; please contact SACC Registration for the most current information.
2022 Camp Fairfax fees will be available in May following the Board of Supervisor's adoption of the County budget.
A sliding fee scale is available for income eligible families.
A discount is applicable for families with two or more children enrolled. The discount for the second child is 10%; the discount for the third child is 20%; and for each additional child, there is a 30% discount.

Breakfast, lunch and afternoon snack are provided. A weekly menu will be available.
Cancellation Reminder
If your plans change, please remember that SACC requires advance notice to cancel service. Service must be cancelled in advance to avoid being responsible for payment. Cancellations may be made by calling 703-449-8989 or by emailing SACC Registration. Please include your name, your child's name, account number, center name and service to be cancelled.
For more information, contact SACC registration at 703-449-8989, TTY 711, Monday - Friday between 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., except holidays.

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703-222-4664

All Ages

This is Fairfax County’s listing of all summer programs. However, they provide a significant number of adaptive programs for children and adults.

Multiple locations in Fairfax County

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Fairfax County, Virginia - Welcome to Parktakes Online. Registering for Fairfax County Park Authority programs through Parktakes online is now even easier with an improved system that offers a new look and feel.

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703-324-5514

Rec-PAC programs are inclusive targeted sites designed to provide kids with disabilities the opportunity to engage in a variety of recreation activities with peers without disabilities in large group situations.

Multiple locations in Fairfax County

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All Rec-PAC programs are inclusive, however targeted sites are designed to provide kids with disabilities the opportunity to engage in a variety of recreation activities with peers without disabilities in large group situations. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodations, in the form of a written plan, are provided at all Rec-PAC locations; however the targeted inclusion sites are the only locations that provide additional support staff and lower ratios. Inclusion staff at the targeted sites, including the site director, serve to provide support to the various groupings (grades 1-2, grades 3-4, and grades 5-6) based on need. All other Rec-PAC site ratios are 1 staff person per 18 children.

Planned activities are selected to provide opportunities for the individual to socialize and interact with peers, increase or maintain physical fitness levels, learn new leisure and recreation skills, and have fun in a recreation environment.

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All Rec-PAC programs are inclusive, however targeted sites are designed to provide kids with disabilities the opportunity to engage in a variety of recreation activities with peers without disabilities in large group situations.

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703-324-5532

All ages

Therapeutic Recreation offers summer camp experiences for individuals with developmental disabilities, intellectual disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, physical disabilities, emotional disabilities, learning disabilities, and/or attention deficit disorders. The summer will be packed full of special events, art activities, sensory play, games, sports, outdoor play, music activities, and more.

Multiple locations

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Therapeutic Recreation offers affordable summer camp experiences for individuals (ages 5-22) with developmental disabilities, intellectual disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, physical disabilities, emotional disabilities, learning disabilities, and/or attention deficit disorders. The summer will be packed full of special events, art activities, sensory play, games, sports, outdoor play, music activities and more.

All camp programs offer a variety of staff-to-participant ratios to ensure the different needs of all our campers are adequately met (ratios range from 1:2 to 1:5 at each site). Note: participants who require a constant 1:1 may need more support than this camp structure can provide. If you are unsure if your son/daughter will be successful in the program, please call the main TRS office to discuss eligibility.

Therapeutic Recreation Camp Dates & Registration

Please check back in April for information on 2023 camps.

Therapeutic Recreation offers transportation to and/or from camp provided through a contract with Fairfax County Public Schools. If you choose to utilize this transportation option, the participant's summer site will be determined by TRS based on the participant's pick-up address. If you choose to provide your own transportation, you will have the ability to select the participant's summer camp location.

Therapeutic Recreation is dedicated to following the guidance of the Fairfax County Health Department regarding all health and safety measures pertaining to reducing the potential exposure and preventing the spread of COVID-19. Therapeutic Recreation will continue to follow the guidelines and best practices in regards to COVID-19 protocols and will be updating those measures in accordance to local County and CDC guidelines.

For questions or concerns related to any of the Summer Camp programs or other services offered by Therapeutic Recreation Services, please contact us at 703-324-5532 , TTY 711 or ncs-tracers@fairfaxcounty.gov.

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Therapeutic Recreation offers affordable summer camp experiences for individuals (ages 5-22) with developmental disabilities, intellectual disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, physical disabilities, emotional disabilities, learning disabilities, and/or attention deficit disorders. The summer will be packed full of special events, art activities, sensory play, games, sports, outdoor play, music activities and more.

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https://camp4autism.com/programs/

757-422-2040

Ages 6 and older

Camp Gonnawannagoagin is a week-long day-camp for students with autism ages 6 and older.

Virginia Beach, Virginia

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https://horizondaycamp.org/what-we-do/

410-991-0460

Horizon Day Camp is a full-summer day camp for children with cancer and their siblings, who are in active or follow-up treatment. Horizon Day Camp-Metro DC allows children to attend camp as often as they can during the summer and has events throughout the year that allow children to enjoy the activities during the day and to continue their medical treatment and enjoy the comfort and safety of their homes at night. In person and virtual camps available.

Stevenson, Maryland

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Every day, our campers return home filled with stories and experiences that will last a lifetime.

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https://specialove.org/patients/campfantastic/

888-930-2707

Ages 7-17

Camp Fantastic is a week-long camp for children ages 7–17 who have received cancer treatment. Campers enjoy swimming, canoeing, horseback riding, campfires, sports, and other fun activities, with on-site medical care provided. Teens have dedicated lodging and programs, and ages 16–17 may join the Leaders in Training (LIT) program.

Front Royal, Virginia

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Special Love’s Camp Fantastic gives children with cancer ages 7–17 a week of fun, friendship, and confidence at our signature summer camp.

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540-471-1659

Ages 6 – Adult

A summer day camp program for individuals with special needs and at-risk youth. Offers a place for children to improve social skills, stay active and have fun. The camp is offered for families at no cost so that children with medical, physical, behavioral, and other special needs, as well as at risk youth, can enjoy the excitement of the camp, and build lifetime friendship with other children with similar background.

Waynesboro, VA

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Camp LIGHT is a summer day camp program for individuals with special needs and at-risk youth. Our mission is to show kids with special needs and circumstances that life is only limited by their imagination, and to give them new tools and skills, along with love and support, to inspire them to become anything they can dream. When school is out for the summer, kids still need an environment that keeps them active, learning, and growing. Summer camp is a great place for children to improve social skills, stay active and moving, and have fun! We want individuals with special needs to be able to participate in activities that their peers are able to participate in and create an environment where they can feel safe and loved while learning new skills and reaching outside of their comfort zone. Camp LIGHT is offered to families at no cost so that children with medical, physical, behavioral, and other special needs, as well as at risk youth, have the opportunity to participate in the program despite their financial situation. Campers get to participate in activities like archery, swimming, horseback riding, animal management, gardening, nature exploration, fishing, arts and crafts, outdoor sports, and more! Programs will help release the emotional, physical, and financial burdens caused by serious childhood illnesses, and will provide a peer network that reaches far beyond the LIGHT of a summer campfire.

Camp LIGHT's programs are supported through donations, foundations, grants, and annual fundraisers like our live auction, fall corn maze, and Christmas Wonderland. If you are interested in learning more about how you can support us through donations or volunteering, feel free to reach out to us!

Camp dates for 2023: Camp is offered as a 4-day session, with 8 sessions to choose from!
June 5-8: open to kids ages 6-12 with special needs
June 12-15: open to individuals ages 6-17 with special needs
June 19-22: open to teens ages 13-17 with special needs
June 26-29: open to kids ages 6-12 with special needs
July 3-5: open to individuals ages 6-17 with special needs
July 10-13: open to kids ages 6-12 with lower support special needs and at-risk youth
July 17-20: "Christmas in July" week: open to teens ages 13-17 with lower support special needs and at-risk youth
July 24-27: open to adults ages 18+ with special needs

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Creative Works Farm - Proud Home of CampLIGHT

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Applications for summer camp 2023 are open! Camp LIGHT is a summer day camp program for individuals with special needs and at-risk youth. Our mission is to show kids with special needs and circumstances that life is only Read More

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804-358-1874

Ages 6-Adult

Provides traditional day and overnight summer camp activities for individuals with disabilities to participate in diverse activities with the help of trained staff.

Richmond, VA

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Ensuring the safety of our campers and staff is paramount to having a successful summer. The following are requirements for our campers this season:

* Campers must have a negative COVID test prior to attending camp
These regulations and rules could change in the months leading up to summer camp, as we follow VDH/CDC guidelines.
For 2023, we are planning a full ten-week overnight summer camp with options for day campers.

This year, application due dates will be based on the session your camper wishes to attend (see below).

Session 1-3 DUE DATE: APRIL 28, 2023

Session 4-6 DUE DATE: MAY 26, 2023

Session 7-10 DUE DATE: JUNE 19, 2023

If you have any questions, contact:

Latashia McLeod, Director, Summer Camp and Respite Services: Latashia.Mcleod@soar365.org / (804) 665-1272 (office) / (804) 350-6022 (mobile)

Carter Vaughan, Supervisor, Summer Camp and Respite Services: carter.vaughan@soar365.org / (804) 665-1263 (office) / (804) 807-2910 (mobile)

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Ensuring the safety of our campers and staff is paramount to having a successful summer. The following are requirements for our campers this season: * Campers must have a negative COVID test prior to attending camp These regulations and rules could change in the months leading up to summer camp, as we follow VDH/CDC guidelines.

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https://crcva.org/

804-229-3067

Camp Rainbow Connection is a week-long respite camp for adults with intellectual disabilities.

Midlothian, Virginia