Typical Community College Camp Activities:
Community college camps offer many fun and exciting activities, such as:
stimulating courses
discussion groups
hands-on learning opportunties
mentoring
cooperative learning
and more
Where to Find a Community College Camp Near You:
Contact your local community college and ask whether they offer a day camp option for kids. In addition, you can also search for community college camps online, and ask your child's teachers, as well as fellow parents, for recommendations.
The Benefits of Community College Camp for Kids:
At community college camp, kids can further develop their:
innate curiosity
critical thinking skills
social skills
self-confidence
unique interests and talents
and more
What to Look for in a Quality Program:
When inquiring about community college camps in your area, be sure to ask the following questions:
What types of programs do you offer?
What is the counselor-to-camper ratio?
Do you do background checks?
What security precautions do you take?
Are medical personnel on staff?
What would happen in the event of an emergency?
Do you offer transportation to and from camp? If so, is there an additional fee?
Do you offer early drop off early/late pick up?
What is the cost?
What does a typical schedule at your community college camp look like?
For more options, read The Single Parents' Summer Camp and Child Care Guide
