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Row, row, row your way to fun this summer Atlanta Junior Rowing Association, AJRA, has officially opened registration for the popular spring break and summer camps for 2018. The club offers exciting opportunities for middle and high school students to try a new sport and make new friends over the school breaks. Spring Break Learn-to-Row Camp will run April 2-6, while Summer Learn-to-Row Camps are offered in one week sessions all summer. Visit ajracrew.com for schedule and pricing details. Camps are co-ed and geared toward participants that have little to no rowing experience or knowledge. Discounts given for multiple session registrations. AJRA also offers year-round programs on the competitive, developmental, and recreational levels. Depending on the time commitment and experience desired by the participant, AJRA has the appropriate program for all middle school and high school athletes. The competitive squads (novice and varsity) are rigorous programs with huge rewards. The recreational team is for high school students wanting to learn about the sport in a non-competitive environment. Lastly, the develop-
mental squad is a fun program offered to middle school students. AJRA was founded in 1988 as a nonprofit club sport dedicated to providing opportunities for high school students throughout metro Atlanta to participate in the Olympic sport of rowing. Today, AJRA has more than 240
rowers from approximately 40 middle and high schools. Over 60% of AJRA graduates go on to row at the collegiate level, with approximately 40% earning athletic scholarships. Atlanta Junior Rowing Association is dedicated to providing its athletes an unforgettable experience lasting a life-
Character. Commitment. Community.
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time. Whether participating in a competitive or non-competitive program, the participant will gain self-discipline, team reliance, goal-setting, and time management skills. AJRA is committed to the betterment of the individual by providing a positive experience through the ultimate team sport of rowing.
Join Atlanta Junior Rowing Association in 2018! Get started with Georgia’s most
successful and largest rowing team in any of our programs for brand new rowers. All practices are held on the Chattahoochee River in Roswell - no experience needed for any Learn-to-Row camp.
Spring Break Learn-to-Row Camp: Monday, April 2 — Friday, April 6 10am — 12:30pm
Summer Learn-to-Row Camps: Session 1: June 4 — June 8 Session 2: June 11 — June 15 Session 3: June 18 — June 22 Session 4: June 25 — June 29 Session 5: July 9 — July 13 Session 6: July 16 — July 20 Session 7: July 23 — July 27 Camp start times: 7:30am | 10:00am | 6:00pm
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HNS Academy: Educate, elevate, & empower our youth HNS Academy is an innovative organization that educates, elevates and empower our Youth for success. Our vision has lead us to Weekly Camps with an agenda that starts from 9am to 5pm. During that process youth will learn the importance of stretching (injury prevention), doing proper basketball drills to help them succeed. They will learn how to become better players and teammates on and off the basketball courts and also teach them to bounce back after a lost and encourage their teammates to keep pushing to do better and learning the importance to work out on their own in order to get better when no one is watching and so much more. All under the instruction of former international basketball Hall of Famer Coach Sam Hines. HNS accepts both boys and girls. We will separate them according to age and skill set and make sure each child is challenged during each drill. Players will understand that learning the game is a process. The more you put in, the more you get out of it. Our drills are designed to challenge your children each and every day. We are continuously developing workshops to prepare them for sound decision making when prompted to deliver. Helping them to understand that their dreams can be achieved through participation, hard work and perseverance. The mission of the HNS Academy and its summer camps is to allow teens to challenge themselves and try new things in a safe environment. Our summer camps gives youth the time to rebuild and restore
and replenish their social skills with other youth moving in the same direction with the same goals. Our esteem staff strives to make everyone happy and comfortable without compromising the Academy's motto: "If no believes in you, Believe in yourself". When an issue is brought to our attention we handle with discretion quickly with love and care. We raise awareness of competition and its place in sports and life to help to motivate them not to give up. We have had parents and teachers thank us over and over again for filling in the gap, in knowing that helping to develop children leads better behavior and focus back into the classroom. When they discover they can do it, it gives them an instant feeling of high self-esteem. Rosenbaum Family Quote: We are without a doubt big fans of the HNS Academy led by former basketball player and Hall of Famer Coach Samuel Hines. HNS motivates and connects with youths in such an inspirational way teaching them that life is about too much more than sports. Our children have improved as basketball players and their confidence has skyrocket. After friends watch our sons play a game, people often ask who taught your boys the game. We consistently point to the HNS Academy. Rosenbaum Family. Our Alumni's have stated that in the last decade that they have witnessed young men and women excel in their academics and chosen sports. Past participates are winning MVP Awards, helping their teams reach new mile stones, regional player selection, player of the week selection and academic acknowledg-
ments. I am thrilled and excited to see the program working for one child at a time. Past participants will thank the program for our patience and tough love. Come join the team of Celebrities, Athletes, Community Leaders and Parents at large that serve as mentors whose goal is to teach, inspire, motivate and press on with the deliverance of positive actions. We Welcome You!
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Summer Sports Camp (May 28 – August 3) • 8U – 15U Basketball Travel Basketball Teams (Spring/Fall) • Basketball Club After School Enrichment Program (Semester 1 & 2) • Private Training (Individual & Group)
Open to: Boys & Girls
Ages: 5 – 15
Lunch and snacks: Bring your own
Camp agenda:
Shooting, defensive & offensive, 3 on 3, 5 on 5, skills challenges & games
Time\Price:
$30 Savings if you register before the dead-line - Full Day: 9am – 3pm $150 - Half Day: 9am – 1pm $125 - Extended Stay: 3pm – 5pm: FREE
Camp includes:
- Additional activities: flag football, soccer, speed and agility training & chalk talk - Benefits: Guest visits by local leaders in the community to encourage being a student-athlete - Focused and fun coaching staff to help develop your child on and off the court CAMPERS will spend time making new friends, learning how to build their confidence, get in better shape, improve their basketball skills through fun competitive drills and games. During all weekly camps, basketball will be the primary sport taught, but campers will have 30 minutes or so to play other sports which helps in developing body control, hand eye coordination and more.
Location:
Please view the website for details
Limited space: 50 max / WEEK
Registration:
For more camp details, weekly agenda and registration, visit hoopsnsand.com
Email:
Coachhines@bellsouthn.net
Phone:
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Your decision today will influence the next decade By: Kids ‘R’ Kids Kids ‘R’ Kids Learning Academy, located at 3036 Old Atlanta Road in Cumming, is an excellent quality childcare facility that combines learning with playing. At every stage of your child’s journey, Kids ‘R’ Kids develops new and challenging ways to open the mind and expand the imagination – it’s what we call Smart Fun. Our foundation of love and trust is accompanied every step of the way by our teachers, parents and peers. Kids ‘R’ Kids has been educating children from ages 6 weeks to 12 years for the past 10 years. Brain Development the Kids ‘R’ Kids Way Our philosophy is “Hug First, Then Teach” as we understand that secure and safe emotional attachment is vital for the growth and development of your child’s brain. Our classrooms are filled with stimulating materials that allow teachers to facilitate children’s exploration through sight, sound, smell, taste, and touch as these sensory experiences send information directly to the brain and form the platform for healthy brain growth. We understand that each child is unique, so our teachers cater to different interests and learning styles. From infancy, your child will be exposed to many forms of language (including sign-language), and immersed in an environment rich in language and literacy. Our learning stations are filled with math manipulatives, science elements, and stimulating visuals that support brain pathways for cognitive
development. Problem solving is considered one of the best ways to support brain development, so our teachers conduct activities to help children explore cause and effect and employ questioning strategies that promote higher level thinking. Technology and the Brain Technology is everywhere, so children need healthy exposure to be prepared for life in the 21st century. Research shows, however, that hours of exposure to digital technology can lead to over stimulation of the brain, fatigue, and irritability. At Kids ‘R’ Kids, we take a balanced approach to technology. Our curriculum has been integrated with ABCmouse, one of the latest early childhood technology tools, to enhance learning. With the guidance of a teacher, children engage in digital activities that build language, math, science, and fine motor skills. Maximizing your Child’s Mental Capacity We believe in a nurturing learning environment, hands-on play, and novel experiences that ignite your child’s curiosity. With our exclusive Brain Waves™ curriculum and quality teachers, our goal is to pro-
vide stimulating experiences that support brain development and maximize your child’s mental capacity. From the well-trained staff members to the innovative school, children are given the opportunity to explore the world around them, establishing the basis for their future learning experiences. Infants through school age children can learn and play in the spacious school which includes: a cafeteria, playgrounds with age appropriate equipment, computer lab, library, water park, large covered patio, smart board technology, and much more! We have both a Jr. and Senior aftercare program. We service 6 local Elementary Schools. We are proud to support Toys for Tots, Wounded Worriers, St. Joseph's Food Pantry, and Dawsonville No kill Animal Shelter. We are open for care from 6am to 6:30pm. Please feel free to stop by for a complimentary tour between the hours of 9am to 11am and 2:30pm to 4:30pm, Feel free to call us and schedule a tour. Regardless of your need, whether full time, part time, after school care, or seasonal camps, Kids ‘R’ Kids is the place for your child.
2018 Annual Camp Expo
Saturday, April 14, 2018 10700 State Bridge Road • Johns Creek, Georgia
Curious about different camps? Not sure what’s out there?
Come to the Expo and explore the options. All under one roof! EVENT SPONSOR:
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Come Experience the World with Us in 2018! Wow! The first summer camp ever designed to teach kids that they are an important part Now of the Global Community. Explore a Rockin registering New World each week while using elements ages 5-12 of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Math; all while having loads of fun! Join us this summer as we build confidence and learn to make a difference. Together with friends there is no limit to the amazing things we can accomplish! Space is limited- Register today!
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3036 Old Atlanta Rd, Cumming, GA 30041 • (678) 648-3175
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Traditional Montessori student-focused constructivist teaching style Montessori Kids Academy is located at 3034 Old Atlanta Road in Cumming, next to the Publix shopping center. We are an AdvandEd accredited school and a member of the American Montessori Society. We pride ourselves on having highly qualified, experienced teachers who are passionate about the Montessori philosophy and guiding children along their journey of learning. We currently participate in the Georgia Student Scholarship Program, a tax-savings program created to enable parents to use their money tax-free for education. Montessori Kids Academy offers a traditional Montessori student-focused constructivist teaching style. Our growing school teaches children from 18 months to 3 years of age in our preprimary classroom, 3 years to 6 years of age in our primary classrooms, and 6 to 12 years of age in our elementary classrooms. We strive to maintain a low student to teacher ratio in each classroom. The school is housed in a 20,000 square foot, state-of-the-art building complete with a children’s garden, outdoor classroom, spacious library, learn-
ing kitchen, computer lab, indoor café, outside picnic patio, two music rooms, and traditional Montessori furnishings. The following daily enrichments are offered as part of our Montessori curriculum at no additional cost: Coding and Robotics, Spanish, French, Music, Art, Cooking, Physical Education, and Organic Gardening. Even our Pre-Primary students participate in Physical Education and art. Transportation to and from regular field trips is provided by the new Montessori Kids Academy school bus. In addition to regular field trips that are off-site, we have many different visitors such as the Forsyth County firefighters, police and K-9 unit,
Recycling Center, the Reptile Man and many other people who help complement our curriculum. Students enjoy daily yoga and journal writing in their classrooms, as well as the computer lab. Montessori Kids Academy gives parents bi-weekly emails and quarterly reports of their child’s progress, as well as frequent parent education nights, student presentations, and school social events. We want our families to feel like they are part of our school family. Montessori Kids Academy also offers an academic S.T.E.A.M. summer camp where students can learn while having fun. While at camp, the students will
continue with Montessori Language Arts and Mathematics materials and lessons. The students will also participate in weekly field trips, either inhouse for our youngest campers or offsite for the older students. Every day has an exciting new activity and each week’s theme will bring new excitement to the students as they learn about the world around them as well as tap into their creativity and imagination. We invite you to our upcoming open house July 21st and August 4th, from 11:00-2:00, or schedule a tour to see our traditional Montessori School that makes a difference around the world as well as at home.
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CUMMING • MAY 30 – JULY 27 SUWANEE (OLD ATLANTA) • MAY 30 - AUGUST 1
CALL TODAY! CUMMING • 678-455-5151 SUWANEE (OLD ATLANTA) • 770-844-6546 GoddardSchool.com
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STEAM-Powered and pure fun “What will we do with the kids this summer?” Are you one of many parents plagued by this question as the 10 week summer break looms? Maybe you have several weeks covered with sports camps, vacations, and visits from the grandparents. But you still have 4-5 weeks to fill up. The Goddard School campuses located on Bethelview Rd. in Cumming and Old Atlanta Rd. in Suwanee have great options for you. With the ability to do as little as 2 weeks, and as few as 2 days each week, The Goddard School provides the flexibility you need this summer. With weekly field trips, special visitors, and other fun-filled opportunities, your search is over for filling those summer gaps, or if you need the full 10 weeks. Both campuses are SACS accredited, as well, so we find fun ways to keep our students’ minds active. We hear from so many Forsyth educators of the struggles of those early weeks of school as the stu-
dents brush off the cobwebs from their summer vacation. Our summer camps will be powered by STEAM (Science Technology Engineering Arts and Math) related themes, trips and visitors, ensuring your kids will be having a blast while being mentally stimulated, as well. Both campuses are equipped with indoor gymnasiums, multiple outside play areas with specialized turf, and technology learning opportunities in the classrooms. Both Robin Ray (owner, Old Atlanta location) and Jean Croft (owner, Cumming location) have been with Goddard for more than a decade now and boast two of the most experienced and tenured faculties in the business. So don’t wait any longer! Schedule your visit today so you can see first-hand what sets The Goddard School apart from your other summer camp options. We’ll look forward to meeting you and your family soon!
Now Registering for 2018 Summer Camp
Johns Creek United Methodist Preschool • 2-5 yrs by June 1, 2018 • 9:30-1:30 June 4-8: In the Spotlight July 9-13: Little Scientist JohnsCreekUMC.org June 11-15: Space Explorers July 16-20: Kinghts, Princesses, 770.497.8215 ext 1003 June 25-29: Wild Wild West and Fairies
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Strong Rock Camp builds strong kids Every camp wants to provide an experience that is memorable, fun, and that has lasting meaningful impact. Strong Rock certainly has those ends in mind, but there is more they are expecting their campers to take home. James and Corie Himstedt, the owners and directors, understand that parents are looking for more than nostalgic moments of childhood past. Parents want to know the experiences they choose for their kids will help them develop the range of social skills, moral character and practical tools necessary for success in an ever-challenging world. The counselors and staff at Strong Rock are serious about their responsibility as role models for campers. They take pride in the quality of the instruction they deliver in skill classes and their greatest pleasure is seeing campers growing in knowledge and character. Outside of camp’s version of the classroom, counselors look for opportunities to help campers develop meaningful relationships, navigate good
decision-making, wade through moral challenges, and discover what God wants them to know about Him and themselves. Strong Rock is a co-ed Christian camp for 1st through 10th graders, offering a wide variety of skill classes, exciting evening programs, and genuine biblical discovery. They will host an Open House on Sunday, March 18th, from 1:305:30pm which is the perfect opportunity for campers to see some of what to expect from their Strong Rock experience. After a short tour, families can grab a snack and head off to enjoy activities. Campers will get to meet some of the staff and parents have the opportunity to spend time with the directors. The camp is conveniently located just 1.5hrs northeast of Atlanta in Cleveland, GA. For more information, please visit www.strongrockcamp.com or call Rebecca at (706) 348-1533. Come see why at Strong Rock everyone is family.
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A summer of real-life, real-time fun and learning at the beach In an age of being constantly plugged in – on our phones, computers, tablets, etc. – it seems to be #trending to want to disconnect from the technological world. This goes for our kids too! Help them learn that it can be fun to spend a week gadget-free at the beach with one of MarineQuest’s academic summer camps. Need help convincing your kid? Here are 6 selling points: 1. Put on your lab coat and swims fins to experience marine science first-hand! Participate in authentic laboratory activities to learn more about anatomy, identification, chemistry, and aquariology. 2. Get outdoors! Shallow water snorkel, explore a marsh ecosystem, participate in boogie board oceanography, learn about ocean physics while surfing, and more! 3. Dive into the world beneath the sea in one of our scuba diving programs for ages 14+. Earn your Open Water certification while exploring the ocean’s amazing aquatic life, artificial reefs and historical shipwrecks. Or increase your SCUBA resume by earning specialties! 4. Discover new types of technology: ROVs, side scan sonars, and wind turbines, oh my! Repurpose your techy tendencies to engage in ocean monitoring and alternative energy engineering. 5. Serve & lead: Learn what it means to be a leader while giving back to our marine environment. Participate in service learning or create a PSA to protect your favorite shark species! 6. Trade Insta followers for IRL* friends! MQ
camps are about more than just academics; they’re a chance to make new friends! MQ campers often stay in touch long after camp is over. (*Parents: IRL means “In Real Life”.)
MarineQuest is more than another day at the beach: it’s a chance to unplug from technology and plug into our marine environment. We hope to see you this summer!
Journey from our geological past to our technological future!
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A fun-filled summer LaxRats Summer Camps focus on improving each players overall lacrosse game from stick skills, to knowledge of the game, our camps will cover it all. Our camps are for experienced players looking for more touches, younger players who want to continue to improve their game as well as new players who want to pick up the sport. Camp will start off with stick work and skill work before getting to some competition events before lunch. After lunch the boys will go through stations working on all the important skills before getting into gameplay to end the day. Each day will build upon the day before with the hope that at the end of the week every player is comfortable getting on the field and ready to make an impact. Each day will end with camp giveaways to our competition winners and hardest working player of the day. Our coaching staff is made up of young coaches who coach locally at high schools and played at the NCAA level. From goalie to attack we have a coach who has played the position who has a passion to help grow the game here in Georgia. LaxRats goal with every camp and clinic is to not only improve the players skills, but to help grow their passion for the game and love to get on the field every chance they get. Along with Summer Camps, LaxRats also provides position specific clinics throughout the summer and fall and also field Summer Teams that play in 3 tournaments during a 6 week season. You can find out more about what LaxRats has to offer the north Fulton lacrosse community by visiting our website laxratsllc.com.
LACROSSE SUMMER CAMP LaxRats Summer Camp is the perfect camp for players of Any and All Skill Levels. From the beginner picking up a stick for the first time to the experienced player looking to improve during the summer, our camp is the fit for you! Our young coaching staff always brings plenty of energy to the field and a passion to help grow the game in our area.
LaxRats Summer Camp @ Northview When: June 4-7 9:30am-1:30pm (Lunch @ 11:45) Where: Northview High School Who: Boys ages 8-16 Cost: $200 (Use code “Springbreak” to get $50 off before 4/9)
Register online today!
Typical Daily Schedule: 9:30- Lacrosse Specific Warmup 10:00- Station/Position Work 11:00- Pre Lunch Compeitions 11:45- Lunch 12:30- Skill Work
www.laxratsllc.com • 404.718.0622
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Come to Big Orange Country for Design Matters! Camp Design Matters! Camp at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, July 15-21, is for all rising high school students who believe design transforms the world. Come immerse in architecture, interior architecture and design and learn about the built environment and your place in it. about the built environment, design thinking and careers in design and who believe design is everywhere and in everything. Here, you’ll see that design impacts what we see, use and experience, and you’ll learn how you can make your mark. The best part is: No design experience is required. At Design Matters! Camp, you’ll spend some time in lectures (not too many), and you’ll get to design in the studios (a lot) used by students in the College of Architecture and Design, visit architectural sites in the region (and learn why they’re important in our world) and use advanced technology in our awardwinning Art + Architecture Building and Fab Lab (digital skills will set you apart). DM!C also gives you a glimpse of college life and the culture of camaraderie in a design college. Plus you’ll be in Big Orange Country, so as an honorary Volunteer, you will spend time on UT’s amazing campus and get to engage in a long-standing student tradition: Painting the famous UT Rock. Experience design in a whole new way at DM!C.
You can stay on campus overnight or choose the day option. Early registration discount ends April 21, and
scholarships are available through May 2. Get the details at archdesign.utk.edu/study/ design-matters-camp/
JULY 15 - 21, 2018
A UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE SUMMER IMMERSION PROGRAM FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS INTERESTED IN ARCHITECTURE, INTERIOR ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN
Overnight & day camp options Previous design experience NOT required Faculty-led studios, lectures, tours Award-winning facilities State-of-the-art digital technology Be a UT Vol for a week! Early-Bird pricing ends April 21 archdesign.utk.edu/study/design-matters-camp
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Dance camp galore and so much more As winter’s cold drags on, why not turn your thoughts to sunshine and summer camps! If you have young performers or perhaps children who are interested in the arts, North Atlanta Dance Academy is rolling out the red carpet for some fun and exciting camps that will fit your needs and your budget! Pre-ballet summer camps run for four weeks throughout the summer and are customized for dancers between the ages of three and six with no experience required. Camp is Monday through Friday from nine in the morning until noon with a snack provided. There will be a different theme each week and a performance for parents on Friday. There will also be two weeks of a Musical Theater camp. Sessions run Monday through Friday from nine until four and campers need to pack a lunch. This camp is for all ages and levels of experience. Campers will enjoy learning acting, voice
and dance and there will be a stage performance on Friday. Young dancers can keep their skills polished or stretch to a new level by taking advantage of up to six weeks of weekly dance camps for ages seven and up. Dancers will be exposed to as many as twenty dance classes in a week learning everything from ballet to hip-hop, jazz and contemporary to name a few! Dance clothing and ballet slippers are required. Experienced dancers will want to sign up for Pre Professional Intensives offered to ages twelve and up. This is a wonderful opportunity for the most dedicated dancers to get serious training from elite teachers right here in North Atlanta. These students must commit to three weeks of camp. If you’re looking for fun and affordable summer camps we encourage you to consider the arts. You never know what talents we might discover!
Calling all young theatrical artists! Sign up for summer camps today! Pre-Ballet
Pre-Professional Intensives
Ages 3-6 4 weeks to choose from 9a.m. - 12 p.m. daily snack provided
Musical Theater All ages and experience levels welcome 2 weeks to choose from 9 a.m. - 4p.m. (bring a lunch) Acting, voice, script, dance, Performance on Friday $295/week *Discounts for multiple weeks
$175/week *Discounts for multiple weeks
Ages 7 and up 6 weeks to choose from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. (bring a lunch) Dress for dance, only ballet shoes required Ballet, Jazz, Hip Hop, Character, Improvisational 20 classes in a single week! $275/week *Discounts for multiple weeks
visit northatlantadance.com for registration
Dedicated and Experienced Dancers Only Three weeks mandatory Partnering and Classical Variations 9 a.m. 6 p.m.- $875
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Fun, empowering and memorable summer camp experience Camp SAY is the life-changing summer camp for kids & teens who stutter (ages 8-18), and their young family members and friends. Camp SAY Summer 2018 dates are July 30th-August 13th (one-week experiences & shortened stays are also available). Camp SAY combines the highest-quality, traditional summer camp experience with comprehensive activities and innovative programs that empower young people who stutter. Our 2-week sleep-away camp program provides a highly-immersive experience that helps kids & teens who stutter build self-confidence, communication skills and forge friendships to last a lifetime. Camp offers a broad range of activities, including arts & crafts, performing arts, music, sports, waterfront activities, outdoor adventure and much more, which helps campers master new activities, broaden their experiences, and feel better prepared to begin the new school year in a very positive way. At Camp SAY, we are fully committed to creating an unparalleled environment of acceptance, and encouragement, so your child’s time at camp is one of the richest and most rewarding life experiences. Camp SAY is an American Camp Association (ACA)accredited program, so you can feel confident that our camp program meets the highest quality and safety standards. Camp SAY is hosted at Pocono Springs Camp, a new, 60-acre, $8 million, state-of-the art camp facility, located in the beautiful Pocono Mountains (just 75 miles from New York City & 100 miles from Phila-
delphia). Sliding Scale tuition & travel are available, and chaperoned group flights are offered from the Southeast to Camp SAY. Learn more at: CampSAY.org, or contact our Camp Director Meg Hart at: Meg@SAY.org, 646.735.1559, or
212.414.9696, ext. 206, with any questions or to obtain a camp information package. Watch a Camp SAY video message from actor Paul Rudd and our other camp videos at: campsay.org/parents. Take a virtual tour at: bit.ly/campsaytour.
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Duke Youth Programs For over 35 years, Duke Youth Programs, hosted by Duke Continuing Education, has offered a wide range of intellectually stimulating and fun activities for middle and high school students. Participants can choose from a variety of options---writing, science, math, computers, leadership and video production. Held on Duke University’s beautiful campus, participants will have the chance to experience college life and meet friends from all over the world.
We provide open enrollment with no application requirement. Just head to:
LEARNMORE.DUKE.EDU\YOUTH2018 Youth@Duke.EDU • (919) 684-6259
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A one-stop shop for all your camp needs Outfitting campers for 20 years and carrying on our fine tradition to this very day! So, make Gilbin's Camp Store your headquarters for all your overnight summer camp needs. We carry every type of camp supply you can imagine needing. Examples: Name labels. Bedding. Bath/laundry. Camp memories. Bunk organizers. Apparel. Accessories. Trunks. Duffels. Backpacks. Fans. Flashlights. Sunglasses. Mosquito eliminators. Lamps. Lap desks and clipboards. batteries. Sleeping masks. Games and fun. Fidg-
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Have your camper join us at McGinnis Woods this summer for our Sunsational Summer Camp 2018! An amazing summer filled with fun themes, caring counselors, art, music, STEM activities, interesting weekly field trips and guest speakers, water play and lots of smiles has been designed for campers ages 4-13. Camp begins May 29 and runs weekly themed sessions ending August 3. Campers may attend individual weeks or the entire summer. Camp hours are from 9am-5pm daily at a cost of $225.00 weekly. Before and/or after camp care is available at an additional fee. We will visit exciting destination including the Mayfield Dairy, Elachee Nature Center, Stars and Strikes, and Zoo Atlanta and enjoy daily activities including water slides, nature walks, STEM labs and group games in our full court, air conditioned gym. Our Specialty and Academic Camps offer a variety of educational classes to sharpen your camper’s skills and mind. Campers wanting to learn to
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Summer camps galore Have fun this summer in a Forsyth County Parks & Recreation camp! A wide variety of fun, safe camps are available including recreation center day camps, adventure and nature camps, sports camps and other specialty camps. Our recreation center day camps, (ages 6-10), have a weekly theme, offering a structured schedule of indoor and outdoor activities including games, art, fitness, special guests and other fun activities. These are held weekdays at Central Park, Fowler Park and Old Atlanta Park. Looking for an adventure? Check out the camps at Sawnee Mountain Preserve where older children experience hiking, rock climbing, canoeing, kayaking and mountain biking while the younger campers explore nature through environmental education and science related activities. Does your child want to learn a new sport? Hone their current skills? We offer numerous sports camps in partnership with school coaches. Programs are offered for baseball, basketball, cheerleading, football, lacrosse, soccer, tennis and more! Sports camps are held at a local parks
A summer of nature, learning and fun and schools. Does your child have a special interest? We offer camp programs for art, dance, gymnastics, martial arts and more! To view and register for summer camps: www.forsythco.com/parks
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont delivers experiential outdoor learning for youth, adults and educators through programs that promote selfdiscovery, critical thinking and effective thinking. Tremont Institute welcomes all ages to step away from their daily routine to learn, reflect and grow while living in the heart of Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Tremont offers in-depth summer youth experiences that foster an understanding of the beautiful Smoky Mountains and encourage a lifelong appreciation and stewardship of the environment. Imagine splashing around in an icy cold mountain stream, climbing ridges to an unbelievable view, or choosing from a variety of activities to discover nature through hands-on explorations, day hikes and crafts. Find the program that is right for you or the young person in your life. Register online at www.gsmit.org.
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Willow South Riding School, Celebrating 18 years of excellence in riding! Johns Creek location with INDOOR ARENA. We offer all levels of instruction. Ages 5-12. 9am-1pm. Learn to ride in a fun, safe program with skilled instructors and experienced horses. www.willowsouth. com. $375 includes camp shirt and horse show! Send email to willowsouth@gmail.com. Sign up early to reserve your spot! June 4-8; June 11-15, June 18-22; June 25-29; July 9-13, July 16-20; July 23-27, July 30-August 3
Recreation and Parks Nike Tennis Camps:
A summer you will "love" Nike Tennis Camps provide players the opportunity to improve their tennis game, work hard, make new friends and have a lot of fun. Camps are directed by America’s most respected college coaches and tennis pros who have a passion for teaching and a gift for helping you take your game to the next level. Some camps also offer high school and tournament training programs. Players can look forward to personalized on-court instruction, programs for every skill level and improving their game in fantastic tennis venues and overnight accommodations. Ages 6-18 co-ed. June-August. $300-$995. For more information, visit ussportscamps.com or call 800-645-3226
Alpharetta Recreation and Parks…where your family’s SUMMER FUN begins! Camp adventures include Art Exploration, Instructional Sports, Babysitter Boot Camp, SporTykes, and Specialty Camps (cheer, dance, gymnastics, tennis, LEGO/STEM). One-week or multi-day sessions offered for tots, youth, or teens. Camp dates/times/costs vary. Also available: Camp Happy Hearts (for children with mild disabilities), Summer Day Camp at Wills Park, and Public Safety Kid’s Camp. Youth recreation classes continue during spring and summer too! Choose from cupcake decorating, harps, karate, outdoor adventures, teen drawing/ art portfolio, tree climbing, swimming lessons, and more! Activities held at various locations in Alpharetta. For info: 678-297-6100. To browse 2018 Spring/Summer Recreation Guide or to enroll, visit www.alpharetta.ga.us/ recreation.
Rowing
Looking For a New Sport? Come join St Andrew Rowing Club and learn how to row or improve your existing skills. For rising 6th through 12th graders interested in learning boat handling and rowing techniques. Our smaller environment ensures smaller groups, more time on the water, and more one-on-one time with our excellent coaches. All on the Chattahoochee River in Roswell. Camps run 6/11-7/28. Intro to Rowing I: One week Camp for beginners. AM and PM sessions available for $160/session; full day camps for $300/week. Adv Intro to Rowing: Two week AM camps for those who have completed an Intro program, $300/ session. Visit www.standrewrowing. com for more information and to register! Atlanta Junior Rowing Association in Roswell offers a one-week Spring Break Camp, April 2-6 and seven
December 2015 one-week Summer Camps during June and July. During each introductory camp, participants will learn about the fundamentals of rowing, equipment, terminology, and safety of moving boats on and off the water. We incorporate a basic workout program and everyone will learn how to row on the beautiful Chattahoochee River! No prerequisites! Camps are co-ed for ages 12-18. Returning campers from previous sessions will continue to develop throughout the summer. Discounts are available for multiple sessions! Check out our full summer schedule at www.ajracrew.com, or email us ajra.information@gmail.com.
Science
Science Camp X-TREME conducted by High Touch-High Tech, Inc. since 1994. Degreed professionals instruct fun science from CSI discoveries, Robotics, Bugs & Rockets, to Fossils, Flowers, Space,& Volcanoes- Your older child can experience science coming to life in the fields of Chemistry, Physics, Light, Sound, and Electrical energy. Does your younger child like dinosaurs, gemstones, animals, and chemical reactions? Then our age appropriate camps are for them. Also, all ages have daily STEM activities and Tech lab visits. TECH LAB with LEGO WeDo™ and Mindstorm EV3™ Robotics, Bloxels™ video game design, Virtual Reality, Tablet apps, laptops, circuits, Dash and Dot™ robots, Hotwheels™, Hexbugs™ and more! Completed K-5, 9am-3pm. 770-667-9443. Locations: Roswell, Cumming, Marietta, Lawrenceville, Vinings, and Dunwoody. www.sciencemadefunatl.net
Special Needs
Aerie Experiences Day Camps for children with complex social, emotional and developmental needs (Autism, ADHD, OCD, LD). Accepting campers aged 7-15. Providing a place for kids where everyone is loved and celebrated for who they are and inspiring growth through experiences in a sensory rich environment. Increasing social and emotional confidence and competency through a clinically sophisticated approach to play with a purpose. Running weekly sessions from June 11-August 3 at Mt. Pisgah UMC in Johns Creek. www.aeriexperiences.com
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Sports
2018 HNS Summer Basketball Camp: HNS will educate, elevate and empower campers with our camp fun activities. Daily routine will consist of warmups, shooting technique, offensive & defensive principals and so much more. Full court and half court drills and games will be played throughout the
December 2015 week. HNS is open for boys and girls from 5 – 15 years of age. Campers will be divided up according to age group and/or skill set. Experienced staffers will come from local high schools and colleges. HNS offers Spring / Winter Travel Basketball for 8 to 15-year-old boys. www.hoopsnsand.com LaxRats Summer Camps are a great option for any player who wants to improve their game. The Summer is a great time to either pick up the sport or continue to improve your fundamentals. LaxRats Summer Camps run 9:301:30 with a 45 min lunch at 11:30. The morning session will be drill work and station work with the afternoon being gameplay. Our coaches will bring plenty of energy to the field to help your son improve his game! When: June 4-7, 9:30am-1:30pm Where: Northview High School Who: Boys ages 8-16 Cost: $200 (Use code “Springbreak” before April 8th to save $50)
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Overnight Camps Academics
A tradition since 1919, Exeter Summer has grown to welcome approximately 750 students from more than 40 states and 50 countries each summer. The diversity of our students and faculty combined with Phillips Exeter Academy’s friendly atmosphere creates an environment encouraging students to undertake new challenges. In the five weeks of academic study, athletics, and personal exploration, you’ll experience the student-centered learning style we call Harkness. Students have full access to the Academy’s campus and its unparalleled academic buildings, library, physical education facilities and art spaces. The UPPER SCHOOL program is for rising 10-12thgraders; the ACCESS EXETER program is for rising 8-9th-graders. This will be our 100th summer! Apply online www. exeter.edu/summer.
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Strong Rock Camp is a place our campers call “home” and everyone is family. A co-ed Christian camp in the northeast Georgia mountains offering 6-day mini and 13-day main sessions for 1st-11th graders. Our mature, talented, service-oriented staff are the role models parents, and especially campers, are looking for. Unconditional love and acceptance help every camper be known. We build confident, independent kids through a wide range of activities, including horseback riding, archery, riflery, canoeing, climbing, swimming, outdoor living skills, super science, dance, drama, arts and crafts, team sports, tumbling, fishing and rocketry. In Cleveland, Georgia, 1.5hrs from Atlanta and 20 min from the end of 400. 706-3481533. www.strongrockcamp.com Camp Woodmont on Lookout Mtn in NW GA is a traditional, overnight camp for boys & girls ages 6–14. Just 2 hours from Atlanta, Camp Woodmont features horseback riding, high-ropes, climbing, sports, dance, crafts, canoeing, archery & more! Founded in 1981, Camp Woodmont is the perfect place to build lifelong friendships and everlasting memories. Our deep-seeded traditions, close family atmosphere and caring counselors make campers feel secure, welcome & reassured! Counselors are college-age and live in the cabins with the campers. Our camp program is very well-suited to first-time campers. Come tour the camp at our Open House May 20, 2018 from 2-5 pm. 423-4726070 or go to www.campwoodmont.com
North Carolina
Don’t miss out on the chance to spend a week at the beach and discover the amazing world of modern marine science with UNCW MarineQuest’s summer programs! Conduct field-based scientific investigations at the beach, marsh, fouling docks, and/or on a research vessel. Develop the tools to become a modern marine scientist while kayaking, snorkeling, boogie boarding, or scuba diving. Discover your
leadership potential while engaging in coastal service projects. MarineQuest is more than just another day at the beach! One-week camps available for ages 4-17 and overnight camps for ages 9-17. Want to dive deeper? Twoweek OCEANS program (ages 15-16) or three-week Oceans-17 program (age 17)! Learn more at uncw.edu/marinequest Camp Grier is a co-ed residential summer camp affiliated with the Presbyterian Church (USA). Located on 650 acres near Asheville, NC, Camp Grier serves youth between the ages of 7 and 17 in both one week and two week programs. Activities include hiking, canoeing, rock climbing, backpacking, whitewater paddling, agriculture, environmental education, arts and crafts, and more. Learn more at www.campgrier. org
Special Needs
Aerie Experiences Summer Camps (Coed, 8-adult) provides clinically prescriptive, grand adventures for children, teens and their families. Our 9th summer’s multi-Southeastern state adventures include camps on our working cattle ranch, a mountain high adventure week and a family camp week. Our 2:1 camper- to-staff ratio and over half of our direct care staff holding Masters Degrees or PHD’s helps us cater each trip to the individual needs and growth of each child. Common diagnosis include: Autism, Aspergers, NLD, LD, OCD, anxiety and ADHD. Specialty diets, treatment planning and all gear are included. Aerie also offers weekend and evening programs yearround for children and adults. www. aerieexperiences.com, 404-285-0467, mdweneta@aerieexperiences.com
Camp SAY combines the highestquality, traditional summer camp experience with comprehensive activities and innovative programs that empower young people who stutter (ages 8-18). Our 2-week, American Camp Association (ACA)-accredited, sleep-away camp helps kids & teens who stutter build self-confidence, communication skills
northfulton.com 21 and friendships. Summer 2018 dates are July 30th-August 13th (shortened stays are available). Camp SAY is hosted at a new, state-of-the art facility, in the Pocono Mountains, PA. Sliding Scale tuition & travel are available, and chaperoned group flights are offered from the Southeast to Camp SAY. Learn more: CampSAY.org, or contact Meg@ SAY.org, 646.735.1559. Enjoy a Camp SAY video from actor Paul Rudd & other camp videos at: campsay.org/parents.
Sports
Christ School’s Revolution Lacrosse Camp in Asheville, NC MLL (Professional) and college coaches headline the best instructional lacrosse camp in the southeast. We are celebrating 12 years of success. First class facilities that include 4 outdoor fields, indoor turf facility, student center with movie theater, renovated dorms, and a new dining hall with outstanding food. Day $395, overnight $465. Check out details and register online at www. revolutionlaxcamp.com. Director Jeff Miles, Phone: 828-684-6232 ext.107 Email: laxcamp@christschool.org Dates: June 25-29, 2018 Boys ages 9-17. All Skill Level
Tennessee
Design Matters! Camp at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, July 15-21, is for all rising high school students who believe design transforms the world. Come immerse in architecture, interior architecture and design, spend time designing in studio, engage with UT’s dynamic campus, attend lectures, visit architectural sites and explore using advanced technology. The best part is: No design experience is required. DM!C is for students who see problems as a chance to design solutions. Come be a UT Volunteer for a week! Stay overnight or choose the day option. Early registration discount and scholarships are available. Contact: designmatters@utk.edu. Details: archdesign. utk.edu/study/design-matters-camp/.
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