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Hero Academy Ages 3-5 • Interact with Super Heroes and learn some of their amazing skills • Learn the character traits of heroes– self-confidence, discipline, control, and focus
Kid vs. Wild Camp
Ninja Camp
Shadow Dragons Ages 3-12 • Train in martial arts • Uncover the mystery behind ninja ways • Learn conflict resolution and confidence building
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Splashtastic Splashtastic! Ages 3-12 • Get wild and crazy with outside water games, activities and a huge water inflatable • Learn how water provides so much with field trips to some super cool facilities
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Ages 3-12 • Star in your own action movie • Learn amazing things about movie production • Experience green screen technology
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BALLET IDAHO ACADEMY
SUMMER PROGRAMS SUMMER CAMPS Ages 4 - 7 June 17 - 21 ......Cinderella July 15 - 19 .......Peter Pan August 12 -16 .. Alice in Wonderland Each camp offers both a morning and an afternoon session
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The health and welfare of children, adolescents, and families in our community has been our primary concern for some time. More than 100 years, in fact.
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(In addition to being ranked in the top 10 places to live in the U.S. for over a decade!)
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• B oise is deeply rooted in Volunteerism and is well known for its friendly locals and for being a highly involved community. Helping another family in need is close to the hearts of the people who live here. • There is a very strong “Takes a village” mentality among those living in the Boise area. A very low crime rate makes the Treasure Valley a very safe community
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Maternity, clothing, accessories, gifts, and necessities for mom & child
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