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A TEACHABLE MOMENT Dr. Susan Bartell | A DAD’S LIFE Kurt Goerke | MONEY TALKS Dave Ramsey

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UNIQUE THERAPY: Healing with Horses

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SPRINGING FORWARD IN OUR UNDERSTANDING OF AUTISM

pril marks Autism Awareness month, the time when we bring to the forefront one of the most confounding developmental disorders of the past century. Did I just say “century?” Yes, I did. Believe it or not, autism was first identified in 1908 by Eugen Bleuler, a Swiss psychiatrist, although Bleuler considered it to be one of the symptoms of schizophrenia. Fast forward to the 1940s when a doctor, Leo Kanner, studied several children and noted many of the characteristic features that we know to be part of the disorder such as sensory issues, social difficulties, tendency to repeat words, food allergies and difficulty adapting to change. Interesting enough, around the same time, scientist Hans Asperger identified a similar condition where the children had many of the same issues identified by Kanner, but these children spoke as if there were adults. (Today, this is known as Asperger’s.) During the 1960s and 1970s, it was not uncommon for a patient diagnosed with autism to undergo shock therapy or treatment with the hallucinogenic drug LSD. At this time, autism was also widely considered to be something related to bad parenting especially on the mother’s part. It wasn’t until the 1980s and 1990s that there really became an awareness that autism might be something different, possibly something neurological or genetic, and a real interest in determining what causes autism evolved. It was also during this time that behavioral therapy, the key therapy to treat autistic children, emerged as one of the primary forms of treatment.

Obviously since 2000, research on autism has exploded, as increasing numbers of children are diagnosed with the disorder each year. To date, one in 88 children is diagnosed with autism, with one in 54 boys receiving the diagnosis. Fortunately, a greater understanding and ability to treat children with Autism Spectrum Disorders, or ASDs, has also developed, so more and more children are seeing greater gains in their development. Still, any parent with a child with autism will tell you, there’s more work to do. In this issue of ParentGuide®, we include an update on the latest info surrounding autism as well as a wonderful piece on how therapy with horses is helping many children with autism (and some without). You’ll also find a survey of some of the area’s best or most interesting camps along with a guide to local summer camps. Plus, you won’t want to miss our feature on local sports figure Don Tobin, a former pro soccer player with a great story about founding a club soccer league for kids. So take a few minutes and check out the great information and resources in our March/April issue. And if you happen to know a parent who has a child with an ASD, give them hug the next time you see them, or better yet, ask if there's anything you can do to help. You’ll never know how much they appreciate it. Happy spring reading.

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DEPARTMENTS

EDITOR’S NOTE MASTHEAD A DAD’S LIFE

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I Want My Mommy (Confessions of a Grown Man) Kurt Goerke reminisces about the good old days of being sick at home when his mom took care of him. MONEY TALKS

Returning to School as an Adult Thinking about going back to school? Dave Ramsey offers some great advice on hitting the books as an adult. A TEACHABLE MOMENT

Your Job is More Important Than You Think Susan Bartell talks about the benefits of taking kids to work with you on April 25—Take Our Sons and Daughters to Work With Us day.

SPECIAL SECTIONS

SUMMER CAMP SURVEY

Looking for some great summer camp ideas? Check out Cody Dulaney’s listing of some the coolest, most fun camps in and around Tampa Bay.

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FEATURES

HORSE THERAPY: MAKING GREAT STRIDES WITH AUTISTIC CHILDREN

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Autism and other childhood disorders are responding to a unique form of therapy with horses. Lisa Sapino takes us on an inspirational ride of healing.

HAPPINESS IS A SAFE KID

Cindy Hardy talks about some of the key safety issues of summer including safety belts and water safety.

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AUTISM 2013: WHERE ARE WE NOW?

While the numbers of children diagnosed with autism continue to grow, the good news is so does our understanding of it. Geodie Baxter Padgett offers the latest on this childhood developmental disorder. LIFE LESSONS THROUGH SOCCER

Former professional soccer player, Don Tobin, shares his story with Cody Dulaney from his early years playing in England to the formation of the Dunedin Stirling, a youth soccer league he founded.

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a dad’s LIFE

By Kurt Goerke

I WANT MY MOMMY

t’s just no fun being sick anymore. When I got sick as a kid, I was treated like royalty. My mom’s pleasantenough-normal speaking voice would become sugary sweet and even the most mundane conversations would become loving, caring comforting verbal hugs. “Good morning, sweetie.” “Can I get you anything honey?” It almost made having to spend the night with my chin on the toilet seat worthwhile. “Let me refresh that cold washcloth that I put on your forehead earlier.” “Can I fluff your pillow?”

When you were a kid, half the fun was setting up your pillow and your blanky on the couch and getting to watch TV, while your siblings toiled at school with math and proper sentence structure. Now when I am sick, but just starting to feel a little better, and I trudge out to the couch with my pillow and blanky in hand, turn on the TV and collapse onto the couch with a sigh, only moments pass before my wife says something like, “Well, if you’re well enough to watch old “Seinfeld” reruns, then you are well enough to take my mother grocery shopping and to clean the rabbit’s cage.”

I now look back yearning for those pleasant times that I spent with strep throat and the measles. When you were sick as a kid, if it was like you became the center of the universe in your own home. Your mom was right there at your beck and call. Nowadays when I’m sick, I feel more like I’m in a black hole!

In my wife’s defense, I’m sure I’m no replacement for what her mom used to do for her when she was young and home sick. Let me paint a picture for you. If my wife was under the weather as a child, her mother gave her a bell to ring. When her mom heard it, she would sprint from wherever she was in the house or yard to her bedside, arriving like an eager genie willing to grant any and all wishes. In fairness to my wife, she could have probably written this same story from her perspective. Maybe it’s a common story for couples in the throes of childrearing and all of the inherent demands.

I was sick recently with the flu (it may have just been a really bad cold, but for the sake of drama, let’s call it the flu). I was stuffed up to the point that, one night, I felt that my head would burst. I was feverish, first hot then cold with the chills. I will spare you the whole laundry list of my woes, but sum up by saying, and I’m not making this up, that my teeth even hurt! Each day upon waking, having fought throughout the night for my very life, I would hear my wives’ cranky voice… “I hope you’re not going to be sick again today. I’m exhausted and could use your help getting the kids to school.” This was always followed by a list of the added burdens that my inconsiderate sickness was placing on her. She would say something like, “I hope you don’t need anything, because I need to make the boys’ breakfast, and I’ve already loaded the dishwasher, started laundry and walked the dog.” By the end of the list, I was afraid to ask for a glass of water or a crust of bread!

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The funny thing is (and honestly it only makes things worse) that my wife is very loving and compassionate when one of our kids is sick. “Let me get you some more Kleenex,” “Is it ok if I stop rubbing your feet and feeding you grapes while I run and get a new box, Sweetie?” Well GREAT for them! I’m not jealous or anything. Let them enjoy it. Besides, one day when they’re all grown and married, they’ll be lucky if their spouse will get them an aspirin! So I’m feeling better now, and I was pretty proud of myself for being tough and manly about feeling sick. I never once broke down and cried, “I want my Mommy”! Though I wanted to!

Kurt Goerke is a father of two, an almost bearable husband, master of Cocoa the dog, professional writer and a Regional Director with the American Lung Association of Florida.

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Horse Therapy

Making Great Strides with Autistic Children by Lisa Sapino with people. For parents with a child who is “locked up” by autism, finding ways to help them open up and communicate with their families is crucial. Working with horses helps build trust, which is essential for communication. KiddyUp Ranch, a program based in New Port Richey, has been making great strides in horse therapy for kids with disabilities and autism. Director Tammy Farris, a horse-loving pastor’s wife and former sales executive, shepherds the program. In addition to Tammy, KiddyUp Ranch is assisted by a group of dedicated volunteers, most of them teens who are affectionately known as “The Barn Brats.”

Brittany poses with KiddyUp horse Ben.

herapeutic riding programs for autistic children and children with disabilities are gaining traction with parents who have tried a myriad of options to improve the health and abilities of their children. These parents are committed to doing anything they can to help their children and have found profound and measurable results with horse therapy. Horse therapy is more than helping a child with disabilities learn to ride. Participants gain confidence, and as students develop a bond with their horse, trust grows. The students gain a sense of accomplishment. The camaraderie and encouragement by the caretakers, volunteers and instructors is of tremendous help in teaching and developing social skills. Horse therapy has been particularly beneficial with autistic kids. Something about interacting with horses frees an autistic child to focus on learning the skills presented in their classes. As the child interacts with the horse and builds trust with the horse, they learn to translate that relationship to form meaningful relationships

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Tammy Farris found her way into horse therapy after she had quit her sales position to help her husband plant a local church. She felt an urge to “do more” and also missed being around horses, a youthful passion. A friend suggested she volunteer at Rockinhorse Farm in New Port Richey. Rockinhorse boards “regular people’s” horses and also offers riding lessons, as well as programs for children with disabilities. Tammy jumped in and was soon running many of the disabled kids’ classes. She realized she’d found her calling. Tammy discovered she had a real gift for working with autistic kids, in particular. She wanted to work with more of those children and had great ideas on new lessons to pursue. She decided to start her own program, and KiddyUp was born. KiddyUp assesses each child, and then sets goals for the child. More communication? More strength? More balance? The student rides the horse, with a “backrider” holding the child aboard and “sidewalkers” on the ground, at the sides of the horse, as the horse is led around the ring. “Activity blankets” have been developed. As the child rides, the child can play with bells, zippers, velcro and assorted tassels and decorative paraphernalia on the colorful blankets. It helps the child with tactile stimulation (often referred to as sensory integration) and focus.

photos by Tammy Farris of KiddyUp Ranch When riding a horse, an autistic child can focus so completely on the experience, that they are able to “shut off” the overload of sensory stimulation that is characteristic of autism. Autistic children struggle doing things most of us take for granted. Blocking out noise as we concentrate on a project, for example, is very difficult for them. Children who are uncommunicative often start speaking and responding after their work with horses. Austin is a smiley 7-year-old who was basically non-verbal when he started riding with KiddyUp. His mother, Jennifer, explains, “the therapists he was working with felt he had ‘hit his potential.’ They didn’t think they could do anymore for him. He was barely 5 when they said this! I knew there was more he was capable of doing.” Austin has sensory deficit disorders and a lack of danger awareness. Jennifer says “traditional approaches just don’t get it. Austin seems to need a lot of control over his environment to feel safe and he wasn’t experiencing that. With horse therapy, he loves to be outside, and he can now verbalize what he wants. He has more control during his lessons.” Austin even grooms his own horse. Sometimes, his lessons are about playing games on horseback, sometimes, he just wants to lie down on the horse’s neck. Supported by a back rider, Austin feels secure. He is communicating with his parents and the workers at KiddyUp. When his lesson is over, he is able to express that by announcing, “I’m done!” Sometimes he wishes to end the session earlier than expected, and that is perfectly all right. He is recognizing his limits and expressing that to his instructors and

Owner Tammy Farris and Austin Nolf riding Copper. volunteers. This formerly non-verbal child, whose mother was told there was nothing more that could be done for him, is communicating with others! There is an undeniable connection between horses and autistic kids. Horses manage to unlock a door that frees the autistic child, to experience more of their world. Most of the children feel an immediate sense of calm when they meet “their” horse. The cumulative effects are nothing short of miraculous. Brittany, a KiddyUp Ranch trainer-helper, and one of the lead “Barn Brats,” talked about the approach they take with autistic kids. “You can’t force them,” Brittany says. “It has to come from them, and the horses somehow reach that place. Can you imagine being locked up all inside yourself, and you can’t get out or communicate? That’s autism.” Brittany, and several other young people, most of them teens, attended a clinic in Texas recently to learn more about this process, and to gain their certifications for horse therapy. It takes special people to do therapy riding. It also takes a special horse to do this kind of work. Horses are very sensitive and intuitive by nature. As herd animals, they are incredibly aware of everything and

Austin Nolf and his favorite horse Copper.

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Horse Therapy Making Great Strides with Autistic Children by Lisa Sapino

The horse instinctively “knows” what the child needs. The child and the horse “team up” and healing happens for both parties. Andrew and Austin get ready to go for a ride. everyone around them. The horse instinctively “knows” what the child needs. The child and the horse “team up” and healing happens for both parties. Not only are the autistic clients and their families helped, but the “helping” continues on with everyone affiliated with the program.

“green.” Once Bella met Nick, she changed. Bella allows herself to be handled and led by her halter, and behaves beautifully for Nick when ridden. “Bella was quite a handful before,” Tammy says. Like Nick, Bella was an undisciplined, spirited teenager.

Nick, a teen who was “floundering,” as he freely admits, was dropped off by his mother one day. “You need to learn how to help people,” she said, and shooed him out of the car. Nick says, “This program here has saved my life.” He had felt aimless and lost. He had no goals, no idea what he wanted out of life. Nick is a “Barn Brat” and helps with the therapy classes. He tacks up (puts the saddles and bridles on the horses) and leads the therapy horses out of the barn and into the ring. Through his time at the ranch, Nick has bonded with a beautiful young mare named Bella who came to Tammy as an untrained, insecure horse—very similar to the children helped at the ranch. She was very

As Nick’s relationship with Bella grew, something blossomed in him, too. He fell in love with Bella and became more sure of himself. “I’ve found what I want to do with my life,” he says, and his mother couldn’t be happier. She agrees that vision and purpose changed Nick’s life. “It’s not just Nick’s work with the horses, but his work with the kids that made such a difference,” she said. Nick has been able to “get outside himself” and care for the riders whose needs are so great. His focus is off his own troubles, and on them. It’s freed him.

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“The kids we’re here to help— they help us more than we help them,” says Tammy Farris. “We learn so much from them.”

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money TALKS

Featuring Money Advice I Dave Ramsey

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Dear Dave, My wife and I have our fully funded emergency fund in place, and we’re debt-free, except for the house. She wants to return to school to get a master’s degree and change careers. She’ll be reimbursed up to $7,000 a year. Can we use some of our emergency fund to get things started? Kevin Dear Kevin,

the classes. She’ll probably get reimbursed for the first classes right after she gets her grades, then you can use

I’ve got a better idea. Save up the money!

the reimbursement check to pay for the next classes, and the next check the next classes. Make sense?

You guys are in great shape already. And to me, this opportunity seems like a small investment with a fabulous

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an emergency. You’ll be glad you did! I know she’s excited about the possibilities, but I’d just roll up my sleeves, save a little extra for a while and cash flow

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Summer Camp Survey

By Cody Dulaney

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et’s face it, as a parent you have enough on your plate as it is, and sometimes it may be a little overwhelming. You may often find yourself making sure the kids stick to their daily routine, getting them to school on time, checking to see if their homework is done, and sometimes the most challenging question of all, what the heck are they going to eat for dinner? This is all before you are able to slow down and take care of your own priorities. Take a minute to relax and review the many different options facing you and your child this upcoming summer. Now granted, it is only February, but take this as an opportunity to jump ahead of the curve, or at the very least, knock one more thing off your ever-growing to-do list. Summer camps are a great way to ensure your child is occupied during their time away from school. Keeping their mind exercised and focused during the summer break is crucial to early success the following year. It also keeps your mind at ease to know exactly where they are, and who they are with. Even if you just want them out of the house so you can enjoy some alone time – summer camps are a great alternative to high school babysitters. Take this as an opportunity to plan ahead, so that when the time comes an overbooked summer camp is the least of your worries. Give yourself a fighting chance in the chaotic world of parenthood, and make this a summer your child will never forget!

Sports Camps

BOSTOCK’S Martial Arts

Pinellas Indoor Soccer Academy

Give your child the opportunity to learn about life skills, respect, and self-control through the practice of martial arts. At Jack Bostock’s martial arts summer camp, learning how to fight is not the primary goal. The practice of martial arts has been used to teach self-defense and discipline for thousands of years. However, Bostock seeks to give his campers more than the typical martial arts lesson.

Is your child the next David Beckham or Mia Hamm? Well at the Pinellas Indoor Soccer Academy, each child will spend the summer honing their skills on the soccer field. Kids between the ages of 5 to 16 years old will practice the fundamentals of the sport with each other, while forming friendships in the process. The campers will practice drills that focus on dribbling, passing, and shooting, as well as participate in small games and shootouts. Even if your child isn’t the next big star in soccer, get them out of the house for exercise, fun, and friendship! Contact Information: 727-585-4625 611 Commerce Drive, Largo, FL 33770 info@pinellasindoorsoccerclub.com Lunch: Offered Schedule: Beginning June 10, Monday-Friday: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Pricing: $76-$200 per week

“It’s not so much about fighting enemies or bullies that we are concerned with,” Bostock said, “it’s about fighting everyday things like negative environments or child obesity.” Bostock has spent years teaching children the values of respect, boundaries, and discipline. Each camper will participate in team building activities as well as physical challenges. They will not be cooped up inside all day, as they will spend their lunch eating at the local park. Every week the campers will tag along to a different field trip location (most commonly Bounce U, swimming pools, bowling or skating rinks). This is a chance for your children to learn life-long values, build strong friendships, and learn the value of nutrition. “It’s all about fighting the things we have control over,” Bostock said. Contact Information: 941-749-5400 West Manatee 941-750-0600 East Manatee Schedule: Beginning June 10 Monday-Friday: 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Pricing: As low as $109 per week Lunch: Not offered

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SUMMER CAMP SURVEY Clearwater Hitting Academy

Outdoor Camps

Introduce your child to America’s pastime this summer at the Clearwater Hitting Academy. Whether he or she is a seasoned baseball player or new to the sport, they will focus on the fundamentals of swinging the bat and making contact. Campers between the ages of 7 and 12 years old will have the opportunity to practice their swing with instructors who have made it to the college level or higher. Shane Casey, an instructor at the Hitting Academy, is an outfielder at Southeastern University, and broke a hitting record last season with five runs batted in.

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“This will not only make the kids a better baseball player,” Casey said, “but they will have a lot of fun in the process.” Ignite a new passion in your child’s life with the game of baseball. Contact Information: (727) 723-2255 24323 US Highway 19 N., Clearwater, FL 33763 Schedule: Call ahead for Beginning Dates Monday-Friday: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Lunch: Offered

Art Camps Tap into your child’s creative side through a multitude of different art camps going on in the Bay Area this summer. From the young painter, sketch artist, or craftsman, to the preforming artist or dancer, there are many different places for kids to express their creativity. Each child will have the opportunity to learn about fine art in history, as well as practice hands-on activities with their peers. A summer surrounded by the arts is sure to bring out the Picasso or Shakespeare in your little one.

Morean Arts Center (727) 822-7872

Dunedin Fine Arts (727) 298-3322

Straz Center (813) 222-1002

“Acting Up” Preforming Arts (941) 730-8301

Arts Center Manatee (941) 746-2862

An experience of a lifetime is waiting for your child at this overnight camp. The Dude Ranch rests on more than 500 acres of lush forests, rolling hills, and wide open fields, with a 42 acre lake for swimming and other activities. With all this room for the exploration of nature, your child is sure to come home with lasting memories. If that doesn’t keep them occupied the entire summer, the 30 different activities that the camp has to offer will surely do the trick. Campers will have the opportunity to ride one of the 65 different horses, climb a rock wall, zip line, paint ball, sail or kayak, and even play sports like football or soccer. Chris Canchon, a camp counselor, has been at the Dude Ranch for a few years now. “This camp will help kids mature into young adults,” Canchon said, “we teach them about responsibility and self-respect.” Even if you have other arrangements to work around, the various schedules are flexible, as the camp offers five different sessions ranging from one week to three weeks. It is a little pricey, but you have to take into account the fact that it is an overnight camp, food is taken care of, and your child will have a summer to remember. After all, it’s hard to put a price on childhood memories. “It’s an experience they will never forget, with friends they will never forget,” Canchon said. Contact Information: (863) 676-4113 5301 Dude Ranch Rd, Lake Wales FL 33853

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4th Session (10 days)

Sunday August 4th - Tuesday August 13th $1,695 Ask about the week long session

Saddle-Up Riding Club A little bit of everything is offered to campers between the ages of 6 to 10 years old at the SaddleUp Riding Club. This isn’t the typical “horse camp,” as counselor Kellie Sipos calls it. The little ones have the opportunity to be around therapy horses, which are great with kids, experience nature firsthand, and express their creativity through arts and crafts with their peers. Between learning how to ride these majestic animals, the kids will have some fun by making picture frames and scrap books, painting ceramic horses, and even bejeweling their own horseshoes. At the end of each week, the campers will have the chance to ride their horses on a trail, under the supervision of certified instructors. “We will also email videos of each child’s progress on every Friday,” Sipos said, “that way moms, dads, and grandparents can see their child’s week at horse camp.” Contact Information: (727) 520-3132 6080 94th Ave, Pinellas Park, FL 33782 Schedule: Beginning June 10 Monday-Friday: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Some half days will be offered as well. Pricing: $250 per week

Ocala Outdoor Adventure Beyond the Xbox and TV set there is an entire

world waiting for your child this summer. Allow them to experience the great outdoors and form lifelong friendships in this overnight summer camp. Campers between the ages of 9 and 15 years old will focus on wildlife conservation, outdoor skills, and gun safety. At a six week camp, on 57 acres of property, your little one is sure to go wild participating in the fun activities and exploring the Floridian wildlife. Boys and girls will have a chance to experience fishing, canoeing, swimming, hiking, archery and many other interactive outdoor activities. Many different programs are at the kids’ disposal as well. The camp is held at the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s (FWC) Ocala Conservation Center, which has the capability of offering safety courses and certifications. If your child is interested, the hunter safety group offers a course where he or she can get certified. They are taught to become safe and ethical in the outdoors, to become aware

of wildlife and their habitats, and then apply what they learned in the forest. Once certified, your little outdoorsmen or women are on their way to having their very own hunting license. Bring out the Buffalo Bill Cody in your child, and give them an outdoor experience they will never forget! Contact Information: Greg Workman (352) 625-2804 Scheduling: Beginning June 16 until July 28 Pricing: Contact Greg Workman

Special Needs Camp Tampa Day Camp While your son or daughter is away from school this summer, keep their minds stimulated with Tampa Day Camp’s weekly activities. It’s easy for a child to become complacent during the summer, and wind up spending the first few months of school playing catch-up. Tampa Day offers a structured environment where children have the opportunity to continue their growth and development. With a different field trip every week, as well as activities in academics, art, technology, and sports, the campers at Tampa Day will surely give themselves the advantage academically, plus have a blast in the process. All camp leaders are certified teachers, and specialize in teaching and supervising kids with dyslexia, ADD or ADHD. Give your child the opportunity to continue his or her development over the summer, and sign up for Tampa Day. Contact Information: (813) 269-2100 12606 Henderson Road, Tampa, FL 33625 Schedule: June 10 until the first week of August Monday-Friday: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Lunch: Not Offered

Pricing Grades K-5

$225 per week

Grades 6-8 $250 per week

SUMMER CAMP SURVEY Foundation for Dreams

The exploration of nature, friendship, and excitement is at your child’s fingertips this summer at the Foundation for Dreams in Bradenton. This camp offers a wide variety of activities for children between the ages of 7 and 17 years old, who have mental or physical disabilities, chronic illnesses, or those considered “at risk.” Campers will experience the power and grace of a 1,000 pound horse straddled between their legs, cover themselves head to toe in arts and crafts material, as well as enjoy outdoor activities like camping, hiking, or canoeing. In this overnight camp, the children will be housed in fullyfurnished cabins with four bedrooms and two baths, including any necessary accessibility to meet special needs. Many different nature programs are available during your child’s stay, with plenty of sports and games to keep them busy until the sun goes down. Contact Information: (941) 746-5659 16110 Dream Oaks Place, Bradenton, FL 34212 Schedule: June 10th to August 2nd Specific dates and times as of now have not yet been decided. For a better idea of scheduling and pricing information contact the Executive Director, Jodi Franke, with the number listed above. Camper application: visit http://www. foundationfordreams.org/?Page=Camper Application

Camp COAST Welcome your child to a nurturing environment that is safe and fun this summer. At Camp COAST in Clearwater, the instructors specialize in teaching children with Asperger’s Syndrome, Autism, and other developmental disabilities. Each camper will be able to develop their skills academically over the summer, as well as have the opportunity to advance their social skills. To keep campers on their toes, each week the children are introduced to a different theme. Kids 5 to 9 years old are welcome to join in the fun, as they will participate in outdoor activities like horseback riding, swimming, and sailing. They will also have sessions of sensory games, arts and crafts, singing and dancing. Field trips will also be part of the camp experience.

If this safe, nurturing, and fun environment sounds like a good fit for you and your child,

be sure to register with Vickie Shire starting March 1. Contact Information: (727) 461-9622 1005 South Highland Avenue, Clearwater, FL 33756 Scheduling: June 21 to August 5 , 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Pricing: $120 or $150 for Facility Members

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Inanimate Reason Robotics Day Camp The expanding industry of science and technology influences your child every day. Whether they are at school or at home, new and exciting electronics are constantly introduced to them. Wouldn’t it be great if they knew exactly how it all worked? At Inanimate Reason, campers between the ages 6 and 14 years old will delve into art science and technology, and walk away with a grasp of the design of technology. They will be split up in groups depending on age and level of experience. Campers will then build Lego robotics to complete challenges and missions, while sometimes in a competitive atmosphere. Each camper will gain a wealth of knowledge in engineering, programming, critical thinking, and teamwork, all while having a blast in the process. They have the freedom to explore at their own pace an entire world that is sure to fascinate them, while clueless of its educational content. Sign your child up for this day camp, and you will have an earful of stories waiting for you when they finish each day. Contact Information: Bill Shaw (813) 249-5522 The camp is now supporting locations in Lutz, Riverview, South and North Tampa – Contact Bill for specific locations.

Sessions

Weekly Prices

Morning

9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

$165

Afternoon

1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

$165

All Day

9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

$310

Lunch: Not Offered

Planet Jump!

Space Cadets wanted! This summer, your child is able to have “an out of this world” play experience at Planet Jump’s very first summer camp. With seven inflatable slides (ranging from Spongebob Squarepants to Superman), campers are able to experience the feeling of weightlessness on trampoline-like surfaces. Whether they participate in dodge ball, basketball, or just enjoy the various slides, they are all having the time of their life, while exercising at the same time; who would have thought of that? There will also be time throughout the day for board games, arts and crafts, and movies. Casey Woodruff, manager of Planet Jump, co-founded the company in 2007, and is hosting its very first summer camp. “The kids in this camp will have more physical activity compared to anywhere else,” Woodruff said. Registering for this summer gives children the chance to be part of the first graduating class of Space Cadets. With an indoor facility that is completely air-conditioned, and a staff that is constantly keeping watch, the cadets will have a safe and fun summer amongst their peers. Contact Information: (727) 535-2323 12640 62nd St N., Suite 100, Largo, FL 33773 www.planetjump.net Ages: Grades 1-5 Schedule: Beginning June 6 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Pricing: $99 per week or $25 per day (if space is available) – Registrations are required in advance – Call the number above for further information Lunch: Offered at $3.50 per day or the child can bring their own

History Adventure Camps

Ok parents get ready for your kids for one of the most exciting summer camps in the Tampa Bay region where they not only have fun but actually learn with our ...Dig , craft and build your way through the past at the Tampa Bay History Center! Camps are open to ages 7-11 !

Contact information: 813.675.8960 801 OLD WATERS STREET TAMPA FL. 33602 VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE INFO TampaBayHistoryCenter.org Camp Schedules: Go Green June - 17-21 American Girls - July 8-12 Build It! - July 22-26 Archeology Adventure - Aug. 5-9

MOSI Summer Science Camp

Inspiration and wonder is waiting for your child at the Museum of Science and Industry this summer. This camp aims to provide kids with an interactive learning experience where science comes to life, launching rockets becomes second nature, and exploration of the wild is merely based upon desire. Each child will develop their skills in science and math during their time away from teachers and classrooms, while having a summer to remember. The hands-on educational content is sure to enrich their experience, while learning the connections between everything around us. Give your child something that will amaze them every day, and make them want to return for more. Register your spot today and your child will thank you for it later. Contact Information: (813) 987-6000 or www.mosi.org 4801 E. Fowler Avenue, Tampa, FL 33617 Contact MOSI for specifics on pricing, schedules, and age groups welcomed. Regardless of which corner in the Bay Area you call home, there is always a camp out there for you and your child this summer. As a mom or dad, things never slow down and there is often not enough hours in the day. Take this as a blessing and plan ahead, not only to avoid future headaches, but make this summer one your child can’t wait to tell their friends about.

This year includes arts & crafts, games music literature, and splash parks too. Your kids will actually have interactions with real historians and other experts who are lead by our experienced educators dedicated to providing unique and engaging experiences that they will not soon forget but can only find here at Tampa Bay History Center !

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Selecting the right camp is a process that can literally take months. But it’s certainly easier when all the options are right before you. Here, ParentGuide® provides you with a comprehensive listing of camps throughout the Tampa Bay area so you can find the perfect camp for your son or daughter. Just a scan through the list, and you’ll find camps for nearly anything and everything you can think of—camps that stretch the imagination or get the body moving. There are camps for art, science, sports, recreation, music, acting, singing, dancing and more. So take a few minutes and review them. Then, pick up the phone or go online and sign your children up for the camp that’s best for them.

HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY Camp Name

Address

City

Zip

Phone

Web address

Description

Academy of the Holy Names

3319 Bayshore Blvd.

Tampa

33629

813-839-5371

www.holynamestpa.org

Various

Avalon Riding Academy

18029 Lake Reflections Blvd.

Lutz

33558

813-962-2292

www.avalonstables.com

Equestrian

Bayshore Christian School

3909 S. MacDill Ave.

Tampa

33611

813-839-4297

www.bayshorechristianschool.org

Various

Berkeley Preparatory School

4811 Kelly Road

Tampa

33615

813-885-1673

www.berkeleyprep.org

Various

Big Cat Camp

12802 Easy St.

Tampa

33625

813-323-3265

www.bigcatrescue.org

Educational with animals

Busch Gardens

10001 N. McKinley Dr.

Tampa

33612

877-BGTCAMP

www.swbg-adventurecamps.com

Animals / Adventure

Cambridge Christian School

6101 N. Habana Ave.

Tampa

33614

813-872-6744

www.cambridge-christina.com

Camp Crisina YMCA

9840 Balm River Road

Riverview

33569

813-677-8400

www.tampaymca.org

Various

Camp Frontier

18050 US Hwy 301 South

Wimauma

33598

888-977-2267

www.campfrontier.com

Traditional Summer Camp

Camp IDS

12015 Orange Grove Drive

Tampa

33618

813-961-3087

www.idsyes.com

Various

Carrollwood Cultural Center

4537 Lowell Road

Tampa

33618

813-269-1310 ext. 205

www.carrollwoodcenter.org

Arts & Music

Carrollwood Day School Summer Camp

1515 Bearss Ave.

Tampa

33613

813-920-2288

www.carrollwooddaysschool.org

Various

Cedarkirk Camp

1920 Streetman Drive

Lithia

33547

813-685-4224

www.cedarkirk.com

Christian fun

Center Place Fine Arts

619 Vonderburg Dr.

Brandon

33511

813-685-8888

www.centerplacebrandon.com

Art, Magic, Science, Etiquette, Modeling etc.

Child Life Preschool

13140 Lynn Turner Road

Tampa

33602

813-968-5594

www.childlifepreschool.com

Various

Circle C Ranch Academy and Summer Camp

6204 Interbay Blvd.

Tampa

33611

813-831-8429

www.circlecranchacademy.com

Dude ranch

Color Me Mine

1609 W. Snow Circle

Tampa

33606

813-258-8368

www.colormeminetampa.com

Art

Dawson Dance and Theatre Academy's Summer Dance Camp

12615 Race Track Road

Tampa

33626

813-814-7500

www.dawsondance.com

Dance, Cheer, Princess and Diva Camp

Forest Hills Presbyterian Learning Center

709 W. Linebaugh Ave.

Tampa

33612

813-932-8789

www.foresthillspres.org

Various

Girls Scouts of West Central Florida

Various locations

813-281-4475

www.gswcf.org

Various

Holy Trinity Lutheran School

3712 El Prado Blvd.

Tampa

33629

813-839-0665

www.htls.org

Various Weekly Themes

Independent Day School-Corbett Campus

12015 Orange Grove Drive

Tampa

33618

813-961-3087

www.idsyes.com

Various

Jansen Dance Project

5330 Primrose Lake Circle

Tampa

33647

813-979-2222

www.jansendance.com

Dance

*Remember to check with your city of residence and your Parks & Recreation departments for more camps and activities. Information has been obtained through various sources and is subject to change at any time. Please refer to the location directly for further information.

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Ages/Grades

Dates (session length)

Type

Cost

Season

Extra Care Available

PreK3 - 5th grade/High School credited courses

Weekly

Day

$160 per special session and $335 weekly for Camp Jaguar

Summer

Yes

Ages 5 years and above

Weekly

Day

$400 per week

Spring, Summer, Winter

Yes

3yo through 6th grade

Weekly

Day

Rates vary

Summer

Yes

Summer

Yes

Infants - teens

June 1st - July 24th

Day

Varies per program, (Academic Credit Courses available at $2,100)

8 - 15 years of age

4 day sessions (various times June 15th - August 6th)

Day

$190 per 4 day session

Spring, Summer, Winter

Preschool - 8th grade

Weekly - Spring (April 6th - 10th) Summer

Day

Spring $200 per week; Summer $240 per week

Spring, Summer

Yes (1st - 8th gr)

K3 - High School

Weekly

Day

Rates vary

Summer

Yes

6 - 15 years of ages

Weekly (June 8th - August 21st)

Day

$130 per week

Spring, Summer

Yes

6 - 14 years of age

Weekly (June 15th - August 7th)

Day and Overnight

Day $275 per week, Overnight $1,600 for 2 weeks

Summer

PreK, 3 - 8th grade

June 15th - July 31st

Day

Rates vary for full or half day

Summer

Yes

Toddlers, Kids, Teens

Spring (April 6th - 10th) Summer (June 8th - July 17th)

Day

$180 for members, $200 non members per week

Spring, Summer

Camp Schedules early and late

2nd - 8th grade

Weekly

Day

$185 per week

Summer

1st- 12th grade

June 7th - August 15th

Day and Overnight

Rates vary

Summer, Spring

Ages 4 years and older

Various

Day and Evening

$36 for members; $46 non members

Summer

Up to age 8

Weekly

Day

Rates vary

Summer

Yes

1 - 15 years of age

Weekly (June 8th - August 10th)

Day and Overnight

$180 per week; $320 overnight

Summer

Yes

All ages

Weekly

Day

Rates vary

Summer

Ages 4 years - adult

Weekly and one 9 week early evening session

Day and Evening

Hours and prices vary

Spring, Summer, Winter

4 - 10 years of age

Weekly (June 8th - August 21st)

Day

$100 per week

Summer

Yes

1st - 12th grade

3 - 13 days

Overnight

$200 - $500

Summer

5 - 10 years of age

Weekly

Day

$130 per week

Summer

Yes

3 - 14 years of age

Weekly (June 15th - July 31st)

Half day, Full day

Rates vary

Summer

Yes

Varies starting June 15th - August 14th

Half day, Full day, Weekly

Varies per program starting at $220 per week

Summer

Ages 3 and older

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HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY (Contâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d) Camp Name

Address

City

Zip

Phone

Web address

Description

Joe Abrahams Summer Sports Camp

6925 N. Florida Ave.

Tampa

33604

813-274-8615

www.tampagov.net/parksandrec

Various

John Robert Powers "On the Set"

5660 W. Cypress St.

Tampa

33607

813-281-8880

www.jrptampa.net

Acting, Production, behind the scenes "on the set"

Junior Tennis Camps

Various locations

Tampa

813-282-2902

www.tampagov.net/parksandrec

Tennis

Karl & DiMarco School of Theatre and Dance

19022 Geraci Road

Lutz

33548

813-909-7346

www.karlanddimarco.com

Dance

Karl & DiMarco School of Theatre and Dance

4053 Henderson Blvd.

Tampa

33629

813-289-3666

www.karlanddimarco.com

Dance

Language Playhouse

4920 Newkirk Dr.

Tampa

33624

813-964-8800

www.languageplayhouse.com

Launguage immersion

Lightning City Gymnastics & Cheerleading

14214 N. Nebraska Ave.

Tampa

33613

813-558-0035

www.lightningcity.com

Gymastics & Cheerleading

Lindamood-Beel Learning Process

701 S. Howard Ave.

Tampa

33606

813-253-0453

www.lindamoodbell.com

Individual Instruction

Lowry Park Zoo

1101 W. Sligh Ave.

Tampa

33604

813-935-8552

www.lowryparkzoo.com

Animals / Adventure

Mangrove Marcus Adventure Camp

locations TBD

813-274-8615

www.tampagov.net/parksandrec

Snorkeling, Fishing, Exploring

Mary Help of Christians

6400 E. Chelsea St.

Tampa

33610

813-626-6191

www.mhctampa.org

Various

Mary Jo's Performing Arts Academy

15906 Maple Dale Blvd.

Tampa

33618

813-969-0240

www.mjpaa.com

Performing Arts, Cheerleading

Museum of Science and Industry

4801 E. Fowler Ave.

Tampa

33617

813-987-6000

www.campfun.org

Science

Odessa Christian School

19521 Michigan Ave.

Odessa

33556

813-792-1825

www.odessachristinaschool.org

Various

Patel Conservatory at The Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center

1010 North W.C. MacInnes Place

Tampa

33602

813-222-1002

www.patelconservatory.org

Performing Arts

Performance Preparatory Summer Stars Theater Camp

809 W. Horatio St.

Tampa

33606

813-831-5214

www.performprep.com

Performing Arts

Philip Shore Elementary School of the Arts

1908 2nd Avenue

Tampa

33605

813-276-5712

http://shore.mysdhc.org

Performing Arts

Plant City YMCA Summer Camps

1507 YMCA Place

Plant City

33563

813-757-6677

www.tampaymcs.org

Various

Police Athletic League of Tampa, Inc.

1924 W. Diana St.

Tampa

33604

813-876-9363

www.paltampa.org

Various

Pump It Up

12878 Commodity Place

Tampa

33626

813-854-2222

www.pumpitupparty.com

Games, Jumping & Inflatables

St. Francis Children's Daycare Center

912 E. Sligh Ave.

Tampa

33604

813-231-4169

St. Lawrence Catholic School

5223 N. Himes Ave.

Tampa

33614

813-879-5090

www.stlawrencecatholicschool.org

Various

Sylvan

Various locations

800-439-6282

www.sylvanlearning.com

Build Academic Skills

Tampa Bay Karate Kick for Success

4952 E. Busch Blvd.

Tampa

33617

813-270-5592

www.kick4success.org

Karate

Tampa Garden Club's Kids in the Garden

2629 Bayshore Blvd.

Tampa

33629

813-240-5272

www.tampagardenclub.com

Gardening and Nature

Tampa Bay History Center

801 Old Water Street

Tampa

33602

813-675-8960

www.tampabayhistorycenter.org

Various

Tampa JCC and Federation's Camp

13009 Community Campus Dr.

Tampa

33625

813-264-9000

www.jewishtampa.com

Recreational

Tampa Metropolitan Area YMCA

Various locations

813-224-9622

www.tampaymca.org

Various

Tampa Museum of Art

2306 N. Howard Ave.

Tampa

813-274-7328

www.tampamuseum.org

Art

Tampa Parks & Recreation's Summer in the Parks

Various locations

Tampa

813-274-8615

www.tampagov.net/parksandrec

Various

Tampa Volleyball Camps

3213 W. Tambay Ave.

Tampa

33611

813-323-1093

www.tampavolleyball.com

Volleyball

Tampa Yankees 2009 Summer Baseball Camp

1 Steinbrenner Dr.

Tampa

33614

813-875-7753

www.tybaseball.com

Baseball Camp

Taylor Art Studio's Kids Create! Art Camp

611 W. Indiana Ave.

Tampa

33603

813-274-8615

www.tampagov.net/parksandrec

Art

The Florida Aquarium

701 Channelside Dr.

Tampa

33602

813-273-4015

www.flaquarium.org

Aquacamps

FL 33607

Various

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Ages/Grades

Dates (session length)

Type

Cost

Season

Extra Care Available

6 - 12 years of age

Nine 1 week sessions

Day

$85 per week

Summer

Yes

5 - 18 years of age

Weekly (June 15th - mid August)

Day

Approximately $350 per week

Summer

Yes

4 - 16 years of age

Weekly

Day

$125 per week

Summer

All ages

Weekly

Day

Rates vary

Summer and classes

All ages

Weekly

Day

Rates vary

Summer and classes

3 - 18 years of age

Weekly (June 1st - August 14th)

Day

$195 per week

Summer

Yes No

2 - 18 years of age

Weekly (June 8th - August 7th)

Day

Rates vary

Summer and classes

Ages 5 - Adult

Weekly or multiweek

Day

Cost varies

Summer

Kindergarten - 8th grade

June 8th - August 21st

Day

$165 - $200 per week with discounts for members

Summer

Yes

8 - 12 years of age

Weekly

Day

$75 per session

Summer

Yes

5 - 14 years of age

June 15th - July 24th

Day

Rates vary

Summer

Ages 3 and older

1 - 5 week sessions (June and July)

Day

$165 and up

Summer

Yes

Ages 2 years - 9th grade

Weekly

Day

Member discount $209 per week

Summer

Yes

Ages PreK - 17 years

One, Two, Three weeks available (June 8th - August 8th)

Half day, Full day

Rates vary

Summer

5 - 13 years of age

Weekly

Day

Rates vary

Summer, Spring

K - 5th grade

Weekly

Day

Rates vary

Summer

Kindergarten - 7th grade

Weekly (June 8th - August 21st)

Day

$106 for members; $149 for non members

Summer

Yes

5 - 15 years of age (must have completed Kindergarten)

June 8th - August 19th

Day

Fees on sliding scale $475 - $1,265 for summer

Summer

4 - 10 years of age

Sessions

Day

Rates vary

Summer and weekly classes

5 - 12 years of age

Weekly (June 5th - August 21st)

Day

Sliding scale $50 - $100 per week)

Summer

Yes

PreK - 8th grade

Weekly (June 15th - July 31st)

Day

$125 per session

Summer

PreK - High School

Daily

Day

Rates vary

Summer

Ages 5 and older

Weekly (June 5th - August 21st)

Day

$60 per week

Summer

1st - 5th grades

June 8th - 12th

Day

$45

Summer

Ages 7-11 years of age

(June 17-21, July 8-12/22-26 , Aug 5-9)

Day

Varies

Summer

Ages 5 - 8th grade

Two 4 week sessions or One 8 week sessions (June 15th - August 7th)

Day

Varies

Summer

Yes

Ages 5 - 14

Weekly

Day

Rates vary

Summer

Yes

6 - 14 years of age

June 22nd - July 21st

Day

Rates vary

Spring, Summer

5 - 17 years of age

June 8th - August 21st

Day

$30 - $70

Spring, Summer, Winter

Yes

12 - 18 years of age

June 28th - July 1st, July 5th - 8th, & July 13th - 15th

Day and Overnight

$270 - $340

Summer

Ages 6-13

June 16h and 17th with Pre-game BBQ on June 18th

Day

$115

Summer

8 - 12 years of age

July 6th - 10th

Day

$75

Summer

3 - 15 years of age

Weekly and Daily

Half day, Full day

Rates vary

Spring, Summer

Yes

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HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY (Contâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d) Camp Name

Address

City

Zip

Phone

Web address

Description

The Goddard School

13401 Tampa Oaks Blvd.

Tampa

33637

813-978-8100

www.goddardschool.com

Various

The Little Gym

4251 Henderson B lvd.

Tampa

33629

813-282-8547

www.tlgsouthtampafl.com

Various Themes

The New Place Cultural Arts Center's Powerstories Girl Stories Theatre Project

2811 N. 17th St.

Tampa

33605

941-518-5718

www.powerstories.com

Dramatics, Visual Art, Movement

USF Soccer

ATH100 4202 Fowler E. Ave.

Tampa

33620

813-974-3317

www.usfsoccercamps.com

Soccer

West Coast Morgans Horse Camp

17126 Boy Scout Road

Odessa

33556

813-920-9870

www.WestCoastMorgans.com

Equestrian

Discovery Point

Various locations

Corporate 770-622-2112

www.discoverypoint.com

Summer Olympics, water play, arts and crafts, field trips and more

Primrose Schools

Various Locations

800-PRIMROSE

www.primroseschools.com

Academic fun

Kindercare Learning Centers

Various Kindercare locations

877-Kindercare

www.mysummeradventures.com

Various

R-Club

Various locations

Camp Cigma Magician's Camp

Various Locations

727-578-5437

www.rclub.net

Various

Sarasota, Tampa

941-377-3971

www.campcigma.com

Magic

PASCO COUNTY Camp Name

Address

City

Zip

Phone

Web address

Description

Academy at the Lakes

2331 Collier Parkway

Land O' Lakes

34639

813-948-7600

www.academyatthelakes. org/summer_camp.asp

various

Center Academy

Various locations

727-541-5716

www.centeracademy.com

Learning Disabilities, Academic Improvement

Jungle Bounce

1014 US Highway 19

Holiday

34691

727-938-7600

www.junglebounce.com

Various

Kelly's Dance Academy

8500 Old CR 54

New Port Richey

34655

727-376-7315

www.kellysdanceacademy.net

Dance

Noah's Ark Farm Camp

12971 Tyler Run Ave.

Odessa

33556

727-455-4985

www.noahsarkonwheels.com

Animals & Farm Life

Pasco Arts Council's Art Adventures

5744 Moog Road

Holiday

34690

727-845-7322

www.pascoart.org

Arts

Pasco County Parks & Recreation

36620 SR 52

Dade City

33525

352-521-4182

http://portal.pascocountyfl.net

Various

Pasco County Parks & Recreation

4111 Land O'Lakes Blvd., Suite 202

Land O' Lakes

34639

813-929-2760

http://portal.pascocountyfl.net

Various

Pasco County Parks & Recreation

7750 Congress St.

New Port Richey

34654

727-834-3278

http://portal.pascocountyfl.net

Various

Sports & Field

2029 Arrowgrass Drive

Wesley Chapel

33544

813-948-5517

www.sportsandfield.net

Sports

World of Knowledge

1935 Abacus Road

Holiday

34690

727-934-3028

www.flwokmontessori.com

Academic

2013 Summer Camp Guide

Ages/Grades

Dates (session length)

Type

Cost

Season

Extra Care Available

Infant - PreK

Weekly

Day

Rates vary

Summer

Yes

1 day, 3 day, or weekly

Day

$35 per day

Spring, Summer

$20 fee for materials

Summer program commited to monthly rehearsals for 1 yr

6th - 8th grade (audition required)

Six week session June - July

Day

8 - 18 years of age

Weekly

Day and Overnight

Rates vary

Spring, Summer

Yes

6 years and older

Half day, Full day, Full week, All summer options (June 8th - August 21st)

Day

Rates vary, discounts for early registrations and bulk weeks registered

Training and Lessons year round

Yes

5 - 12 years of age

Weekly

Day

Rates vary

Summer and Year round

Yes

Infant - 5th grade after school

Weekly

Day

Rates vary

Summer

Yes

Preschool - Kindergarten

Weekly

Day

Rates vary

Spring, Summer, year round

Yes

2 - 14 years of age

Daily & weekly

Day

Rates vary

Summer

Yes

7 - 13 years of age

Sessions (June 8th 26th, June 29th - July 17th)

Day

3 week sessions $600 - $710

Summer

Ages/Grades

Dates (session length)

Type

Cost

Season

Extra Care Available

3 years - 8th grade

Weekly (June 8th - July 31st)

Half day, Full day

Varies per program (est. $100 - $220)

Summer

Yes

Day

Summer

Ages 3 and older

Year round

Day

Rates vary

Year Round

Age 2 and older

Weekly

Day

Rates vary

Spring, Summer, Winter

5 - 12 years of age (teens can apply as helpers)

4 day week (April 27th - 30th) (May 11th - 14th) (June 8th - July 16th - various)

Day

$110 for the 4 day week

Spring, Summer

6 - 13 years of age

4 day sessions (June and July)

Day

$150 per session

Summer

5 - 13 years of age

Daily and weekly (June 22nd - July 31st)

Day

Rates vary

Summer

5 - 13 years of age

Daily and weekly (June 22nd - July 31st)

Day

Rates vary

Summer

5 - 13 years of age

Daily and weekly (June 22nd - July 31st)

Day

Rates vary

Summer

18m - middle school

Daily or weekly (June 9th - August 8th)

Day

Rates vary per program

Summer

Yes

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PINELLAS COUNTY Camp Name

Address

City

Zip

Phone

Web address

Description

Abba Dabba Summer Theatre Camp at Perkins School fo the Arts

2205 18th Ave. S.

St. Petersburg

33712

727-397-8983

www.abbadabbatheatre.com

Musical & Drama Theater, Dance

All Star Baseball and Softball Summer Camp

3199 46th Ave. N.

St. Petersburg

33714

727-528-3186

www.allstarindoortraining.net

Baseball & Softball

www.americanstate.org

Theater

American Stage

211 Third St. S.

St. Petersburg

33701

727-8231600 x201

Amir Academy of Martial Arts

2700 22nd Street N.

St. Petersburg

33713

727-821-4097

www.amiracademy.com

Martial Arts and other various sports activities

Apollo School of Gymnastics

2140 Range Road, Unit G

Clearwater

33765

727-447-2108

www.apollogymnastics.com

Gymnastics with weekly themes

Bayside Gymnastics & Cheerleading

4400 118th Avenue

Clearwater

33762

727-592-9232

www.baysidegymnastics.com

Gymnastics, Cheerleading, other various

Blossom Montessori School for the Deaf

14088 Icot Blvd.

Clearwater

33760

727-539-7879

www.blossomschool.org

Programs for the deaf Educational with nature

Boyd Hill Nauture Preserve

2900 31st Street South

St. Petersburg

33712

727-893-7326

www.stpete.org/boyd/ daycamps.asp

Bright Beginnings

2811 Belcher Rd.

Dunedin

34698

727-799-5437

www.bbdunedin.com

Various

Broadway Training Institute

453 Broadway

Dunedin

34698

727-712-7240

www.broadwaytraininginstitute.com

Performing Arts

Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center

3940 Keystone Rd.

Tarpon Springs

34688

727-453-6800

www.pinellascounty.org

Nature

Calvary Christian High School

110 A. N. McMullen Booth Road

Clearwater

33759

727-449-2247

www.cchs.us

Various

Camp Foodies

2312 4th Street N.

St. Petersburg

33704

727-209-1418

www.foodies.net

Cooking

Camp Outback

2640 Sabal Springs Drive

Clearwater

33761

727-669-1914

www.myclearwater.com

Various

Camp Sonshine at Grace Lutheran Church and School

4301 16th Street North

St. Petersburg

33703

727-526-8212

www.grace-lutheran.com

Christian

Canterbury School of Florida

1200 Snell Isle Blvd. NE

St. Petersburg

33704

727-525-1419

www.canterbury-fl.org

Various

Canterbury School of Florida

990 62nd Avenue NE

St. Petersburg

33702

727-525-1419

www.canterbury-fl.org

Various

City of Dunedin

1920 Pinehurst Rd.

Dunedin

34698

727-812-4530

www.dunedingov.com

Various

City of Largo Summer Camps

Various locations

Largo

727-518-3125

www.largocamps.com

Various

City of St. Petersburg Summer Playcamp and Teen Camp

Various locations

St. Petersburg

727-893-7111

www.stpete.org/recreation

Various

Clearwater Community Sailing Center

1001 Gulf Blvd.

Clearwater

33767

727-517-7776

www.clearwatercommunitysailing.org

Sailing

Clearwater Marine Aquarium

249 Windward Passage

Clearwater

33767

727-441-1790

www.cmaquarium.org

Coastal experiences

Club Z

Various locations

813-620-3764

www.clubztutoring.com

Tutoring

College for Kids

Various locations

727-341-3184

www.spcollege.edu

Educational

Coti Community Christian School

206 23rd Ave.

Indian Rocks Beach

33785

727-517-0775

www.cotischool.org

Various Weekly Themes

Country Day Horse and Adventure Camps

11499 Vonn Rd.

Largo

33774

727-596-1902

www.countrydaylargo.com

Equestrian

Cypress Forest Recreation Center

650 Pine Avenue North

Oldsmar

34677

813-749-1152

www.ci.oldsmar.fl.us

Various

Dance & Circus Arts

1610 N. Hercules Ave.

Clearwater

33765

727-461-0098

www.danceandcircusarts.com

Performing Arts

Dance Evolutions

40349 US Hwy 19 N. #402

Tarpon Springs

34689

727-938-9008

www.danceevolutions.com

Dance

Delphi Academy of Florida

1831 Drew Street

Clearwater

33765

727-447-6385

www.delphifl.org

Academic Fun

Dunedin Academy

1408 County Road 1

Dunedin

34698

727-733-9148

www.dunedinacademy.com

Academic Fun

2013 Summer Camp Guide

Ages/Grades

Dates (session length)

Type

Cost

Season

Extra Care Available

5 - 18 years of age

Weekly (June 15th - July 17th)

Day

$140 per week or $270 for two weeks

Summer

Ages 6 and older

Weekly (June 15th - August 14th)

Day

$135 per week

Summer

5 - 17 years of age

Weekly (June 8th - August 14th)

Day

$150 per week

Summer

Yes

Young Children - Adults

Weekly

Day

$110 per week

Summer, Spring

Ages 3 years and above

Half day, full day, weekly (June 3rd - August 14th)

Day

$40 per full day, $23 per half day (discounted $10 per week if enrolled by April 1st)

Summer & year round programs

Yes

Ages 5 and older

Spring (March 30 - April 3) Summer (10 weeks)

Day

$125 per week (half day $85)

Spring, Summer, Thanksgiving, Holiday

Yes

Ages 2 1/2 and older

June 15th - August 7th

day

$100 per week (2 week sessions)

Summer

Yes

5 - 13 years of age

Weekly (various times June 8th - August 21st)

Day

$100 for members; $120 for non-members

Spring, Summer

Preschool - 12 years of age

Weekly

Day

Rates vary

Summer

Yes No

8 years and older

One session

Day

TBD

Summer and year round programs

7 - 11 years of age

Weekly (July 27th - August 7th)

Day

$125 per week

Summer, Spring

Grades 9 - 12

Weekly

Day

Rates vary

Summer

8 years and older

Weekly (June, July, August)

Day

$290 per week includes daily entrĂŠe for four to be prepared at home

Summer

Kindergarten - 8th grade

Weekly (June 8th - August 21st)

Day

$80 - $120 per week

Summer

Ages 3 - 6th grade

Weekly (June 8th - August 7th)

Day

$140 per week

Summer

PreK - 1st grade

Weekly

Day

Rates vary

Summer

Yes

PreK - Adult

Weekly

Day

Rates vary

Summer

Yes

Ages 5 - 13

Daily, weekly

Day

Rates vary

Spring, Summer, Winter

Yes

Preschoool - 8th grade

Weekly (June 8th - August 14th)

Half day, Full day

Rates vary

Summer

Yes

1st - 9th grade

11 week session

Day

$679 - $724 for 11 week session

Summer

8 - 16 years of age

Weekly (June 9th - August 11th)

Day

$250 per week

Summer

Kindergarten - 12th grade

Weekly (June 8th - August 21st)

Half day, Full day

For members $165 weekly half day, $330 weekly full day, Non-members $210 weekly half day, $420 weekly full day

Summer

PreK - 12

Sessions

Day

Rates vary

Summer and private tutoring

Kindergarten - 8th grade

Weekly, 4 week sessions Middle School (June 8th - July 31st)

Day

$85 per week

Summer

Yes

K - 3rd grade

Weekly

Day

$125 per week (discounted $100 per week if signed up for 8 weeks)

Summer

Yes

2 - 12 years of age

Weekly (June 1st - August 14th)

Day

Rates vary

Summer, Spring

Yes

5 - 12 years of age

March 30th - April 3rd

Day

$75 with rec card; $112.50 without card

Spring

1 1/2 years to Adults

Various

Day

Hours and prices vary

Summer, Spring

4 years and older

Weekly (July 6th - August 14th)

Hours and prices vary

Summer

2 - 14 years of age

Minimum 4 week session

Day

Starting at $1,000 for 4 weeks

Summer

K - 8th grade

Weekly

Day

Reduced to $89

Spring & Winter

Yes

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PINELLAS COUNTY (Contâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d) Camp Name

Address

City

Zip

Phone

Web address

Description

Dunedin Fine Art Center

1143 Michigan Blvd.

Dunedin

34698

727-298-3322

www.dfac.org

Visual Arts and Musical Theater

Eckerd College Waterfront

4200 54th Avenue South

St. Petersburg

33711

727-864-8288

www.eckerd.edu/waterfront

Watersports

Elite Martial Arts

2710 Alternate 19 South

Palm Harbor

34683

727-944-3836

www.1elitemartialarts.com

Martial Arts

Estuary Adventures

3000 Pinellas Bayway S.

Tierra Verde

33715

727-867-8166

www.tampabaywatch.org

Marine and Environmental Science

Eurotech Soccer Academy

4200 54th Ave. S.

St. Petersburg

33711

800-679-9830

www.eurotechsocceracademy.com

Soccer

Future Flipz

1701 Coachman Plaza Drive

Clearwater

33759

727-796-3547

www.futureflipz.com

Gymnastics

GameBreaker Lacrosse Camps

Various FL locations

800-944-7112

www.laxcamps.com

Lacrosse

Golda Meir/Kent Jewish Center

1950 Virginia Ave.

Clearwater

33763

www.GMKJC.org

Sports, Art, Drama etc.

Great Explorations

1925 Fourth Street N.

St. Petersburg

33704

727-821-8992

www.greatexplorations.org

Various

Happy Workers Children's Center

920 19th St. S.

St. Petersburg

33712

727-894-5337

www.happyworkers.org

Arts, Diversity, Literacy, Peace, The Environment

Learning Rx

3440 East Lake Rd., Ste. 104

Palm Harbor

34685

727-781-7323

www.learningrx.com

Educational

Leepa-Rattner Museum of Art

600 Klosterman Rd.

Tarpon Springs

34689

727-712-5226

www.spcollege.edu/museum

Social & Creative skills

Mad Science

201 37th Ave. N. #123

St. Petersburg

33704

727-895-5595

http://www.madscience.org/ locations/wstampabay/

Science

Magic Bean Village

420 Second St. North, Suite C

Safety Harbor

34695

www.magicbeanvillage.org

Therapeutic programs and services for the disabled

Marcia P. Hoffman Performing Arts Institute at Ruth Eckerd Hall

1111 McMullen Booth Road

Clearwater

33759

727-712-2706

www.hoffmanperformingarts.org

Art Classes, Drama, Dance, Music, Theater

New Horizons Country Day School

2060 Nebraska Ave.

Palm Harbor

34683

727-785-8591

www.newhorizonsprivateschool.com

Various Weekly Themes

NoiseMakers' Rock n' Roll Summer Camp

5900 Central Ave., Suite K

St. Petersburg

33707

727-345-7472

www.noise-makers.org

Basics Instrumental instruction, Music

Northside Christian School

777 62nd Ave. N.

St. Petersburg

33702

727-647-0349

www.nck12.com

Various

Pinellas County Parks & Recreation

631 Chestnut Street

Clearwater

33756

727-464-3347

www.pinellascounty.org

Varous

Pinellas Indoor Soccer

611 Commerce Drive

Largo

33770

727-585-GOAL

www.pinellasindoor.com

Soccer and other sports

Practically Pikasso

1912 4th St. N.

St. Petersburg

33704

727-822-5204

www.practicallypikasso.com

Art

Safety Harbor Parks & Recreation

650 9th Avenue South

Safety Harbor

34695

727-724-1530

www.cityofsafetyharbor.com

Various

Santina Bay Academy

32820 US Hwy 19 North

Palm Harbor

34684

727-216-9738

www.santinabayacedemy.com

Various

Shorecrest Preparatory School

5101 1st Street NE

St. Petersburg

33703

727-456-7511

www.shorecrest.org

Various

Showdown Stage Company

302 Seminole St.

Clearwater

33755

727-447-5347

www.showdownstageco.com

Theater

St. Paul's Discovery Camps

1600 St. Paul's Drive

Clearwater

33764

727-536-2756

www.st.pauls.edu

Various

St. Pete Beach Summer Enrichment Program

7701 Boca Ciega Dr.

St. Pete Beach

33706

727-363-9245

www.stpetebeach.org

Various

St. Pete Christian School

2021 62nd Ave. N.

St. Petersburg

33702

727-522-3000

www.stpetechristian.org

Various

St. Petersburg Country Club

2000 Country Club Way S.

St. Petersburg

727-867-2111

www.stpetecc.com

Golf, Tennis, Fun Camps

St. Petersburg Kidzart Summer Camps

Various locations

727-823-0123

www.stpetekidzart.com

Art

Suncoast Waldorf School

1857 Curlew Rd.

Palm Harbor

34683

727-786-8311

www.suncoastwaldorf.org

Various

Suntan Arts Center "Artzy Kids"

3300 Gulf Blvd.

St. Petersburg

33706

727-367-3818

www.suntanart.org

Arts

Tampa Bay Skating Academy

Oldsmar & Clearwater locations

813-854-4010

www.tbsa.com

Ice Skating & Sports

2013 Summer Camp Guide

Ages/Grades

Dates (session length)

Type

Cost

Season

Extra Care Available

Preschool - 14 years of age

Weekly (all camps June 8th - Aug 14th)

Day (half day preschool age)

$75 - $175

Summer Camp, year round after school art classes

Yes

6 - 17 years of age

Weekly morning & afternoon (June 1st - July 31st)

Day

$150 - $180

Summer

Yes

5 - 12 years of age

Weekly (June 3rd - August 21st)

Day

$95 per week

Summer and year round

Yes

6 - 16 years of age

Weekly (June 8th - August 7th)

Half day, Full day

TBD

Summer

9 - 18 years of age

Summer (July 19th - 23rd)

Day

Ranges $450 - 675 per week all inclusive

Summer

Yes

Ages 5 and older

Weekly, daily, hourly

Day

TBD

Summer and year round

Yes

3rd - 12th grade

Weekly

Day and Overnight

Rates vary

Summer

Yes

Kindergarten - 8th grade

June 15th - July 24th

Day

Rates vary

Summer

1st - 6th grade

Weekly (June & August)

Day

$160 per members

Spring, Summer, Winter

Yes

6 - 11 years of age

Weekly (June 8th - August 21st)

Day

$50 per week

Summer

Yes No

PreK - high school

Sessions

Day

Rates vary

Summer

6 - 13 years of age

Weekly (July 6th - 17th)

Day

$125 per week

Summer

K - 5th grade

Weekly

Day

Rates vary

Spring, Summer, Winter

Yes

Youth and adults

Various

Day

Rates vary

Summer

3 - 18 years of age

Weekly (June 8th - August 3rd)

Half day, Full day

$105 - $650 per session

Spring, Summer, Winter

Yes

Entering 1st - 5th grades

Weekly (June 1st - August 7th)

Day

$210 weekly non tuition families; $180 tuition families; $285 3 week school prep

Summer

Yes

5 - 12 years of age

4 weekly sessions (June - August)

Day

$225 per week

Summer

6 - 12 years of age

Weekly (June 1st - August 2nd)

Half day, Full day

$85 - $135 per week

Summer

Yes

Daily, weekly

Day

Rates vary

Spring, Summer, Winter

Ages vary

Daily, weekly

Half day, Full day

Rates vary

Spring, Summer

3 - 14 years of age

Weekly

Half day, Full day

$175 weekly for half days, $275 weekly for full days

Summer

Yes

K - 8th

Weekly

Part and Full day

Varies per program

Spring, Summer

Grades 6 - 12

Weekly

Day

Rates vary

Summer

PreK - 12th Grade

June 8 - July 31

Day

Varies per program

Summer

Yes

11 - 20 years of age

One session July 6th - 26th

Day

$375 with family discount available

Summer

Yes

PreK - 8th grade

Weekly (June 8th - August 7th)

Day

Varies by length

Summer

Yes

1st - 6th grade

June 8th - August 14th)

TBD

Summer

Yes

K - 8th grade

Weekly

Day

Rates vary

Summer

5 - 18 years of age

Weekly (June - August)

Day

Summer only memberships available $150 per week

Summer

PreK - 5th grade

Weekly

Day

Cost varies by location - average cost $100 - $165 per week

Summer

Day

K - 8th grade

Weekly

Day

Rates vary

Summer

Yes

5 - 15 years of age

Weekly (June 8th - 26th)

5 - 12 years of age

Weekly (Various June 8th - August 21st)

$110 weekly for members/$140 non-members Day

$160 per week

Yes Summer and classes

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PINELLAS COUNTY (Contâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d) Camp Name

Address

City

Zip

Phone

Web address

Description

Tampa Bay Turners

2301 26th St. N.

St. Petersburg

33713

727-328-8500

www.tampabayturners.com

Gym, Swim, Fitness

The Pier Aquarium Summer Marine Adventures

800 2nd Ave. NE

St. Petersburg

33701

727-895-7437

www.pieraquarium.org

Marine Science

Tutoring Club of Palm Harbor

32740 US Highway 19 N.

Palm Harbor

34684

727-781-8886

www.tutoringclub.com

Academic

Victory Gym

805 Stevens Ave.

Oldsmar

34677

813-925-0060

www.victorygtc.net

Gymnastics

Wellington

8000 Starkey Rd.

Seminole

33777

727-528-8717 ext 213

www.wellingtonschool.com

Various Camps and Clubs

YMCA of Greater St. Petersburg

Various locations

727-328-9622

www.stpeteymca.org

Various

YMCA of the Suncoast

Various locations

727-467-9622

www.ymcasuncoast.org

Various

OTHER COUNTIES Camp Name

Address

City

Zip

Phone

County

Web address

Night Owls

7600 Lyons Road

Coconut Creek

33073

954-571-8709

Broward

www.kidsloveelc.com

Valley View Equestrian Ranch

606 Valley View Rd.

Cloudland

30731

706-862-2231

Chattooga

www.valleyviewranch.com

The Pritikin Family Program

19735 Turnberry Way

Aventura

33160

800-327-4914

Dade

www.pritikin.com

Camp Challenge by Easter Seals of FL, Inc.

31600 Camp Challenge Rd.

Sorrento

32776

352-383-4711

Lake

www.fl.easterseals.com/campchallenge

Camp Thunderbird

909 E. Welch Rd.

Apopka

32712

407-889-8088

Orange

www.questinc.org

Camp Wewa

221 S. Binion Rd.

Apopka

32703

407-886-1240

Orange

www.ymcawewa.org

Digital Media Academy at University of Central Florida

4000 Central Florida Blvd.

Orlando

32816

866-656-3342

Orange

www.digitalmediaacademy.org

Giant Campus at University of Central Florida

4000 Central Florida Blvd.

Orlando

32816

888-904-2267

Orange

www.giantcampus.com

Camp Vanguard

Mailing Address P. O. Box 417, Norwood, NJ 07648

Haines City

33844

800-365-0556

Polk

www.newimagecamp.com

Destination Aviation: Florida Air Museum at Sun n' Fun Campus

4175 Medulla Road

Lakeland

33811

863-904-4073

Polk

www.floridaairmuseum.org

Florida Lions Camp

2819 Tiger Lake Road

Lakes Wales

33898

863-696-1948

Polk

www.lionscampfl.org

G. Wiz at the Science Museum

1001 Boulevard of the Arts

Sarasota

34236

941-3094949 x119

Sarasota

www.gwiz.org

Mote Marine Aquarium

1600 Ken Thompson Parkway

Sarasota

34236

941-3884441 x229

Sarasota

www.mote.org/summerprograms

National Camps for Blind Children/Adults

Various locations in the US and Canada

402-4880981 x222

Various

www.blindcamps.org

Riverview Camp for GIrls

P.O. Box 299

800-882-0722

Dekalb

www.riverviewcamp.com

Mentone

35984

2013 Summer Camp Guide

Ages/Grades

Dates (session length)

Type

Cost

Season

Extra Care Available

4 - 14 years of age

Daily or weekly (June - August)

Day

$27 per day

Summer

Yes

Day

$185 - $250

Summer

Day

Rates vary per program

Summer

Spring, Summer, Winter

6 - 13 years of age K - 12th

Daily

Ages 4 years and older

Weekly

Day

Half day $25 per day or $115 for 5 days, Full day $35 or $155 for 5 days

5 - 12 years of age

Two week sessions (June 8th - July 31st) Add-on week (August 3rd - 7th)

Day

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Day

Rates vary per program

Spring, Summer, Winter

Yes

Description

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Dates (session length)

Type

Cost

Season

Extra Care Available

Diverse camp activities

3 - 8th grade

Three 2 - 4 week sessions (June 8th - July 31st)

Overnight

Rates vary with all three sessions $6,040

Summer

Included

Equestrian for girls

8 - 17 years of age

Four 1 week sessions (June 8th - August 7th)

Overnight

Rates vary per session

Summer

N/A

Health & Fitness

8 - 18 years of age

Kids 8 - 16 years (June 27th - July 10th)

Overnight

Kids $1,500 for one week, $2,500 for two weeks Adults $3,900 for one week, $6,700 for two weeks

Summer and Year Round Wellness Program

All inclusive

Special needs

Ages 6 and older with physical or cognitive disabilities

Various 6 - 12 day sessions (June & July)

Overnight

Cost based on length of stay and care needs

Summer

N/A

Self-esteem and socialization for developmentally disabled

5 years and older

6 and 12 day overnight sessions (June - August)

Overnight

$501 - $650 per week

Spring Summer

N/A

Traditional

7 - 15 years of age

2 week sessions (June 7th - August 21st)

Overnight

Rates vary with a sliding scale - refer to website

Spring Summer

Included in overnight

Digital Media & Computer Training

7 - 18 years of age

Weekly (June 22 - July 17th)

Day and Overnight

Rates vary - refer to website

Summer

Included in overnight

Tech, Digital Media & Gaming

10 - 17 years of age

Weekly (June 8th - July 10th)

Overnight

Rates vary - refer to website

Summer

Included in overnight

Weight Loss & Fitness

7 - 18 years of age

2 to 6 week programs

Overnight

Rates start at $2650

Summer

N/A

Aviation

11 - 18 years of age

Weekly

Day and Overnight

$250 per week day camp; $625 residential

Summer

N/A

Traditional activites establishing independence for visual and disabling impairments

Ages 5 and older

Weekly, weekends

Overnight

Starts at $350

Summer, Holiday and year round programs

Included in overnight

Science

PreK - 8th grade

Weekly (June 8th - August 14th)

Day

$180 - $290 with discounts for members

Marine Science

Ages 2 - 12th grade

Half day, full day

Day and Overnight

Starting at $115 to $1,000

Summer

Self-esteem, confidence and physical vigor

Youth and Adults

Weekly

Overnight

Free camp with $35 processing fee

Summer, Winter

Included in overnight

Diverse camp activities

Ages 6 - 13

Short and long term sessions

Overnight

Rates vary based on length of stay

Summer, Spring

N/A

Yes

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HAPPINESS IS A

SAFE KID

By Cindy Hardy, RN

very parent wants the best for their children. That often-heard refrain in delivery rooms across the country, “Is he (or she) healthy?,” is a strong indication that we want our children to be as healthy as possible for the best start in life. A lofty and reachable goal for most. But, wait, there’s more. Safe. Just the word gives a sense of security, peacefulness and provokes a sigh of relief. In addition to healthy, we all want our children, grandchildren, nieces, nephews and neighborhood children to be SAFE. But did you know that childhood accidents are the number one cause of death in children in the United States? Startling, considering the amount of legislation in place to protect children from many different kinds of injury due to accidents. So, why are accidents still causing so many children to be injured and die? Accidents are accidents, right. No one’s fault. Can’t be predicted, so they can’t be stopped. WRONG. Most accidents can be prevented and one key is parental or adult supervision and not just reliance on mechanical devices. Perhaps the greatest achievement in child safety is the car seat for babies and young children and seat belts for older children. Improvements in these areas continue as time goes on, but parents and caregivers need to take the ultimate responsibility for their correct use on every car trip. Second-hand seats are not recommended because it is difficult to be certain they meet all current requirements and determine if any recalls have been issued. Additionally, you may not have access to important information such as whether or not the seat has been inappropriately used or involved in a auto accident, both of which can cause weakening of

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critical parts. A child safety seat should always be replaced after an automobile accident. Unfortunately, water safety has not enjoyed as much success. Florida is number one of all states in drowning deaths of children 4 years of age and under. Considering the number of beaches and hotel/motel pools, that statistic may seem reasonable; however most of these drownings happen at home or at a neighbor’s pool. The number of drowning deaths is not enormous, but every one is preventable. Adult supervision around any kind or amount of water is critical to a child’s survival. Did you know that a child can drown in a very small amount of water— less than a bucket? It‘s true, and it happens. Statistically, there are no mandates to count the number of near drownings, but we know there are many, often resulting in long-term serious health consequences. Often, these children have decreased function—physically, neurologically and mentally. Again, parents and caregivers must provide supervision to prevent drowning or near-drowning. There are numerous devices to assist with monitoring pools, like pool fences, alarms and covers. Swimming lessons for all family members, along with CPR classes are good plans, too, but these are no substitutes for supervision. NEVER leave a child unsupervised in or around water for even a second. Don’t let your child be a statistic—keep them safe. To learn more about all kinds of child safety issues, visit www.safekids.org or call your local Safe Kids Tampa Coalition at (813) 870-4396. Cindy Hardy, RN, is the Assistant Community Health Nursing Director for the Hillsborough County Health Department.

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AUTISM 2013

WHERE ARE WE NOW?

By Geodie Baxter Padgett

pril is Autism Awareness month, and although autism still leaves many parents, educators and developmental practitioners scratching their heads, the good news is that much has been learned in the last decade about this neurodevelopmental disorder. Based on the Center for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) Autism and Developmental Disabilities Monitoring (ADDM) Network, approximately one in 88 children are diagnosed with an Autism Spectrum Disorder, or ASDs as they’re often called. This represents a nearly 80 percent increase since 2000 when just one in 150 children was diagnosed. To date, diagnoses of boys outnumber those of girls, with Autism Speaks reporting ratios of one out of 54 for boys and one out of 252 in girls receiving an autism diagnosis.

Causes and Risk Factors

But what really causes autism? Just a few years ago, this question more than puzzled the medical field and left many parents stricken with guilt, as they were accused of causing their child’s autism because they were “bad” parents. Today, however, it’s clear that parenting skills have nothing to do with autism. Instead, it appears that there are multiple causes of autism as well as several types of the disorder that now fall on a spectrum. Autistic disorder: Often associated with difficulty in communicating or using language skills, behavioral issues, social interaction challenges and gross and fine motor skill development concerns. Children with autistic disorder may also have impaired intelligence. Asperger’s: Displays milder symptoms of autism, but often has greater challenges

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socially. May have trouble recognizing others’ emotions. Frequently has good language skills and above average intelligence. Pervasive Developmental Disorder-Not Otherwise Specified (PDD-NOS): May have some milder or fewer symptoms of autism and/ or Asperger’s, and don’t fit into the traditional definitions. Currently, research focuses on the combination of environmental factors and gene permutations that occur in the brain’s development. Interesting enough, it appears that just a small number of these permutations, along with certain environmental factors, is sufficient to cause autism. Some indicators of an increased risk of autism include:

• Family: If a parent or sibling has the disorder. • Genes and chromosomes: Those with Down Syndrome, Fragile X or other genetic disorders are more at risk.

• Prescription drugs: Valproic acid and

thalidomide have been associated with an increased risk of autism.

• Older parents: The age of both parents at the time of conception can impact the development of autism.

• Prematurity and low birth weight:

Premature babies and those with low birth weights have been shown to be slightly more likely to develop autism.

• Complications during pregnancy or birth:

Illness during pregnancy or difficulty at delivery, especially if the baby is deprived of oxygen, may increase the likelihood of autism.

Diagnosing Autism

Today, many practitioners recommend comprehensive screenings for autism at 18 and 24 months in addition to the regular screenings that babies and toddlers typically have. At these screenings, evaluators look for some key symptoms of an ASD such as: • Delays in speech and language • Repetitive behaviors or language • Fixation on certain objects or toys • Avoidance of eye contact • Lack of interest in relationships If you notice any of these symptoms in your child, or have concerns about his or her development, talk with your pediatrician or developmental specialist.

Treatment

Although there isn’t a cure, many children diagnosed with an ASD who receive early intervention improve greatly. Behavioral therapy is often the cornerstone of treatment along with possible medications and/or potential dietary changes. Children with an ASD may also receive special services including speech and language therapy to help improve communication and language skills, physical therapy to work on gross motor skill development and/or occupational therapy to help with fine motor skills. Since every child is unique, and since ASDs present differently in each child, no one treatment plan works across the board. Instead, an individual plan is developed based on the needs of the child.

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LIFE LESSONS

THROUGH SOCCER

By Cody Dulaney

he Dunedin Stirling Soccer Club is a home away from home for many families. Moms and dads crowd the sidelines to kick the can and gossip. Meeting for practices and games on a weekly basis resembles that of a ritual, as parents get to know one another on a personal level. The degree of bonding is obvious when a parent goes up to someone else’s child to ask about their schooling, congratulate them on a good play, or even jokingly ask if they have any “new girlfriends.” Boys and girls step foot on the soccer field for the very first time, while others are in the process of honing their skills. Either way, all of them are not only becoming better soccer players, but they are also becoming better people in the process. “Never give up.” “If one gets kicked, we all limp.” These are mottos that are drilled into their heads on a daily basis; right alongside the proper crossover technique. The kids in this soccer club are learning the fundamentals, as well as life lessons from people who have seen it all and lived to tell the story.

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Don Tobin, the Director of Coaching, has been with the club since 1995 and has helped many athletes on their way to success. Whether it is on the soccer field, or in the game of life, Tobin does his best to prepare his players for what is ahead—struggle. Born and raised in Liverpool, England, Tobin was introduced to the game of soccer at a young age. Young lads swarmed the streets to kick around the soccer ball. In the early 1960s, Tobin was old enough to know that he wanted to play soccer for the rest of his life. As a young man, he realized many things in the rough neighborhood of Huyton in Liverpool. The good soccer players were highly respected, and he wanted that same level of respect. There were no politics. There were no lies. In the streets, the game spoke for itself. If someone was the best, then everyone else knew about it. It was a constant struggle to get noticed in the neighborhood. There were some fights along the way, with many bumps and bruises. “We used to say, ‘Stray dogs have to travel in two’s so they don’t get jumped,’” Tobin said.

It was at the age of 15 when he finished school and went on to become a professional soccer player. He was picked up by Everton, a very reputable club, and started as an apprentice. The happiness and pride was short lived for Tobin, as he was thrown right into the professional atmosphere. This was the type of duty that isn’t filled with glitz or glory; he was responsible for shining Alan Ball’s boots, the star player on Everton. Tobin looked after those boots as if they were his own. He shined them daily and kept them looking immaculate. When it was time for Ball to get new boots, Tobin wore them around first and broke them in to keep the star athlete from getting blisters on his feet. “I would tell my mates, ‘Hey, I wore those shoes,’” Tobin said with pride. One night, Tobin and his friends were standing in line for a popular night club. Knowing they were too young to get in, yet ambitious to try anyway, the Everton apprentice and his rough mates were quickly turned away. However, Alan Ball skipped the line to get in, an acceptable practice with the stars. Ball noticed Tobin walking away, grabbed the young man by the shirt and walked to the front with him in tow. “Oh, this bloke’s with us,” Ball told the doorman. That was the moment when Tobin felt a sense of belonging. A promotion came soon after, where he could work his way through four levels to become the starter. Again, his excitement was short lived once he realized how things worked. A local schoolboy with great technique and skill is often overlooked for an overrated player who signed the big check.

teams, in three different countries. He won six out of seven championships during his career, was selected to several All-Star teams and played for the national team in Ireland and the United States. With numerous accolades and great experiences to show for his success, Tobin decided to coach after his playing days were over. Many young soccer players have the ability to pick the brain of someone who worked hard to get where he wanted to go.

“This is why I teach them to never give up,” Tobin said, “it’s because I lived it every day on the pavements of Liverpool. I struggled big time when I started out, and they will have to learn at some point what that is like. The ones who hear it at a young age have the advantage.” With a personality and character that far exceed his stature, his work ethic and “never give up” attitude are contagious. Tobin’s jet black mustache and salt and pepper, shoulder-length hair, make him an easily recognizable person; his flamboyant British character only seems to add to his likeability factor. All the parents have nothing but good things to say about him, and for many, he is the reason why they bring their child back. Nothing was ever given to Tobin; he had to work hard for everything he received. He had to fight through the struggle to come out on the other side unscathed. Any child has the ability to attain the same level of success, so long as they never give up.

“It’s based off investment and politics, and that’s just not right,” Tobin said, “it was a challenge to know people were not as honest as they were on the streets.” Unconcerned with the comments or the odds, Tobin never gave up. He went on to play 23 years of professional soccer with 14 different

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a teachable MOMENT™

YOUR JOB IS MORE IMPORTANT THAN YOU THINK!

pril 25th marks this year’s Take our Daughters and Sons to Work Day. This annual event, began in 1993, and was originally known as Take our Daughters to Work Day. Its primary goal was to give girls the powerful message that they can and should work alongside men in all workplaces, including those requiring higher education and advanced training. Now, twenty years later, women no longer trail behind men in the workplace. In fact, some statistics show that more women than men are employed outside the home and they hold positions at all levels (although women’s salaries still lag behind the earnings of male counterparts.)

boys must learn how to do this in order to be successful parents and homemakers as well as productive members of the work force.

In its current form, both girls and boys are invited to learn more about a parent’s workplace in order to become educated about career choices and the value of work outside the home. However, there is far more value to it than just this!

Being a stay-at-home parent is wonderful if it is what you choose, and it is right for your family. However, many members of the next generation will choose to work or will need to do so for economic reasons. In some cases, dads will be the stay-at-home parent and moms will work. It is therefore important for all kids to learn about a variety of work environments.

Kids can see first hand, how their moms and dads manage to balance home and work life. Both girls and

For many girls, the instinct to nurture is primary, but they need to be taught the value of work outside the home— both financially and for reasons of self-esteem. Seeing and speaking to women in the workplace can be part of their lesson. The opposite is true for most boys. They are comfortable outside the home, buy have fewer role models than girls have to teach them to participate in chores and nurture children. Meeting men who are able to do both successfully is important as a boy grows up.

Dr. Susan Bartell is America’s #1 Family Psychologist. Her latest parenting book is The Top 50 Questions Kids Ask. You can learn more about her at www.drsusanbartell.com.

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Even if you aren’t able to take advantage of Take our Daughters and Sons to Work Day, this is a great time to talk to your child about the future. Discuss the importance of education and of having a good work ethic. Talk about the pride a person feels when a job is done well (whether at home or in the workplace). Discuss the importance of contributing to one’s family and to the world by investing time and effort in work— paid and volunteer.

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This is an opportunity to share with your child (in an age appropriate way), what you like about your job and what you don’t. Explain what you might have done differently now that you can look backwards. It is a chance to help your child not make the mistakes you made. It is also an opportunity to encourage her in areas in which you did not receive encouragement. On this day, and throughout the year, remind your child that his work in school as a child and teen, as well as all the experiences and part time jobs he has, are the building blocks of a successful future career. Encourage your child to take pride in all that he does and be sure to role model the same in the way you approach your own job.

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