Best Connecticut Art Camps Summer 2025-26 Directory

CAMP FACILITIES: Heated swimming pool, multiple sports field, private pond, tennis & basketball courts, amphitheater, climbing tower, high & low ropes courses, miles of trails, and various indoor spaces

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Boulder Ridge is a traditional day camp where campers get to experience a large variety of activities. Red cross swim lessons and daily elective periods are available.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: We offer a CIT program for 14 and 15 year old who have attended camp previously.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: We are also available April - October for class picnics, corporate events, family reunions & weddings!

OTHER CAMP INFO: Bus transportation is available from many Litchfield & Hartford county towns

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit our website for a complete list of dates and rates.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Boulder Ridge Day Camp in Barkhamsted, CT is now hiring! We are looking for fun, outgoing, and energetic staff members for a co-ed day camp in Barkhamsted, CT. Positions available include senior counselors, lifeguards, and various program area counselors. Perfect for college students and teachers looking to fill their summers with an exciting outdoor experience.

Applicants must be at least 18 years old and a high school graduate, working towards a college degree. Must be available from June 26 – August 18, 2017 – Monday-Friday 8:30am-4:30pm, with mandatory staff training in the weeks prior to the start of camp. For more information or to apply, go to Our Camp Website Link: www.boulderday.com.

CAMP FACILITIES: We have a 10,000 square foot facility which includes a black box theater, dance studio, 2 classrooms and a shop/design studio.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Shakespeare Alive! is a collaboration between Oddfellows Playhouse Youth Theater and the Middletown-based professional theater company ARTFARM. The program will be directed by ARTFARM Artistic Director Marcella Trowbridge. Marcella is a professional performer, teacher and theater director. She specializes in making classic work immediate and contemporary. She has directed dozens of plays, including many original, classic and contemporary works, as well as Shakespeare’s King Lear, Twelfth Night, Romeo and Juliet, Macbeth and others. Some of the favorite roles that she has played include Hamlet, Lady Macbeth, Beatrice, Titania, and Kate in The Taming of the Shrew. She holds an MFA in Theater from Rose Bruford College in London.

Additional staff will include specialists in stage combat, ensemble performance and voice, as well as a professional team of designers.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Ample financial aid is available. Contact info[AT]oddfellows.org or call (860) 347-6143 if you have questions about payment or financial aid.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Family are welcome to the performances on July 30 & 31, and there will be small share events throughout the program to which family will be invited.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Oddfellows Playhouse Teen Repertory Company provides performance and training opportunities to teenagers throughout the school year. Auditions for Fall Teen Rep will be in mid-September.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Stage Combat. Voice and Diction. Unlocking Shakespeare's text.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Shakespeare Alive runs July 12 - 31, Monday through Friday, 10 am to 3 pm. There will be extended sessions on Thursday, July 29 for dress rehearsal , and 5 pm performances on July 30 & 31.

Tuition for the 3 week program is $300 for Middletown residents, $600 for out-of-towners, and ample financial aid is available to support any family that needs it -- lack of resources should not be a reason to not participate.

CAMP FACILITIES: Air-conditioned, hardwood floors, proscenium stage with professional lighting and state of the art sound system

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Pantochino is staffed by working professionals in theatre. This is our ninth season of Summer Theatre Camp at Milford Arts Council.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
All our our sessions feature an original musical by the award-winning team of Bernardi and Rugg.

SESSION ONE (July 6-10) “PINOCCHIO SORT OF"

SESSION TWO (July 13- 17) “REGALLY BLONDE"

SESSION THREE (July 20- 24) “THE SWEET LIFE OF HANSEL AND GRETEL”

SESSION FOUR (July 27-31) “JUNGLE BOOK ABRIDGED"

Tuition is $285. per student per week. Register one student for multiple sessions for $270. per week.
($245. each with sibling. Multiple week rate for siblings is $220. per week).

CAMP FACILITIES: Campers are housed by age and grade in cabins with usually 4 campers to a room/bunk. There are many professionally equipped art studios (ie: glassblowing, woodworking, painting, culinary, metal smithing, etc...), outdoor and indoor theaters, a dance studio with hard wood floors and a Marley, professional recording studio, radio station, new covered pavilion for evening activities and performances, an Animal Farm, vegetable garden, dining hall, health center, Canteen, large swimming pool, basketball and tennis courts, soccer, softball, volleyball and ultimate frisbee fields, and beautiful camp grounds.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: In addition to the many programs in the performing and creative arts, Buck's Rock offers many wonderful workshops and special events throughout the summer, a very exciting and stimulating evening activities program, camper and staff performances, off-campus trips, and wonderful opportunities for learning and growth. Our staff are 21 years and older and our campers work alongside professional teachers and artists as the explore and learn. Our camper/staff ratio is an impressive two to one.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: CIT and Junior Counselor programs.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Financial Aid is available based on financial need.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Founded in 1942, Buck's Rock is a unique, co-educational, teenage program where campers have the freedom to choose their activities in a supportive, non-competitive environment and work with qualified, professional artists and teachers who nurture and support their skills and interests in professionally equipped studios.

Activities include: Acting and Musical Theater, clowning & improvisation, music, recording studio, dance, technical theater, glassblowing, painting, printmaking, sculpture, metalsmithing, ceramics, computers, leather, video, culinary arts, digital photo, weaving, sewing, batik, bookarts, creative writing, layout & design, sports, animal farm, etc.

We share the principles of Montessori, and have always believed in young peoples' ability to structure their time intelligently and make self-directed choices that tap their inherent interests most productively. Under towering oak and maple trees, our teen and junior campers discover their passions, find their voice, and experience the exhilaration of endeavor and accomplishment.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
2016 Sessions and Dates (more information can be found on our website)

Full Season: June 29-August 20

First Session: June 29-July 23

Second Session: July 24-August 20

Six Weeks: June 29-August 6

Two week Junior Camper Program: August 7-Augsut 20

CAMP FACILITIES: There are more than 25 buildings, including sleeping cabins, a recreation hall, arts & crafts, shower house, pool house and a 42" x 75' swimming pool. Outdoor basketball courts, outdoor education and wilderness programming as well as camp sites. NEW this summer fully accessible cabin for children ages 8-18 with physical and developmental disabilities.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: 24 nursing care, inclusive in full range of social and economics backgrounds for staffing with diverse backgrounds of training and certifications. State licensed and ACA accredited camp

Our proud mission for nearly 100 years to build a community committed to teaching children both social and academic skills that will carry them throughout their lives.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Teen programs for children ages 13-18. CIT summer programming and off season activities

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Scholarships available based on income, vendor approved services through State of CT and DCF.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Respite weekends for caregivers and guardians, teen weekends, father-daughter mother-son weekends

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: After school educational programs, Homeschool family groups, Respite Weekends, Family weekends, Retreat and facility rental.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please check website for dates available and also Camp Open houses to come for a tour of the programs.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Inclusion Counselors, Summer Camp Counselors, Activity Staff. Please contact camp for complete info.

CAMP FACILITIES: Camp Berger is small enough to provide an intimate camping experience for each child, and big enough to offer all around activities including: swimming, canoeing, sports, art, dance, outdoor adventure and so much more. Camp Berger is a traditional residential coed camp for children ages 7 to 16

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Camp Berger is a member of the American Camping Association. ACA

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Leadership program.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Camp Berger Sessions - 2013
Session 1: July 7 - 13
Session 2: July 14 - 20
Session 3: July 21 - 27
Session 4: July 28 - August 3
Session 5: August 4 - 10

CAMP FACILITIES: We have 26 camper cabins, two waterfronts, multiple sports fields and courts, and a dining hall. Please visit the facility section of our website for lots of photos of each of our facets.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Camp Hazen is a child-centered community. We focus on each individual and teach skills that kids will use forever. Whether it’s learning a new activity, making friends or becoming more resilient, independent and understanding,we know that campers return home inspired to live in a way that will make them proud.
We're a place where people connect and truly belong.

There is no better feeling than that of coming home from camp having had the experience of a lifetime. Year after year campers leave Camp Hazen having found their best friends. And each summer, the joy of reuniting with counselors and old friends is one of life's greatest rewards. Kids simply love Camp Hazen, and whether it is their first time or they are a lifelong Hazenite, campers find that they belong here more than any other place in the world.

Camp Hazen has more than 90 years of making summers memorable for kids. One of the reasons for this long-term success is the firm belief in maintaining the traditions and values that make campers want to come back year after year. Campfires, ceremonies, singing, camping out under the stars, small cabin groups and a family-like community are as important as helping kids develop their character and confidence.

Camp Hazen YMCA is both licensed by the state of Connecticut and accredited by the American Camp Association.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: The LEA program is for teens entering the 11th and 12th grade. The program has a limited number of spots that are decided by an application and interview process with the camp directors.

By participating in the LEA Program, participants will have a full three weeks of leadership workshops, teambuilding, belay training, working together as a group, planning activities, participating in camp program areas and contributing to the camp community. An optional fourth week is dedicated to obtaining an American Red Cross Lifeguard certification.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Realizing that families have differing abilities to pay, Camp Hazen YMCA has instituted a voluntary 4-tier pricing program for our Summer Resident Camp and Day Camp programs. All children will have the same experience no matter which tier a family is able to pay. The tier selected by a family will be kept confidential.

Tier 1
is based on the full cost of campers participating in the selected programs. If you are able to pay this amount, please do so. Thank you.

Tier 2
is a partially subsidized rate that will enable families that just can't afford the full cost of the camp program. Please, choose this rate if your family has the need to receive a subsidized rate.

Tier 3
is a more heavily subsidized rate for families whose children would not be able to attend camp otherwise. If you can not afford either of the higher rates, please pay this amount.

Tier 4
is a variable rate for families whose financial assistance need is greater than the subsidized rates above. We provide more significant financial assistance to families that demonstrate need through our Financial Assistance Program. If you need additional assistance, please choose this option and complete a Financial Assistance application.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Memorial and Labor Day Family Camp Weekends
April Father & Son Weekend
October Mother & Daughter Weekend

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Hazen provides a number of Year-Round Acitivities including multiple camper reunions for our summer campers, overnight expos for new campers, school vacation day camps, as well as an extensive Outdoor Education and Adventure Program. Camp Hazen YMCA hosts dozens of school and community groups for team-building, high ropes, other activity base retreats.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
2014 DATES
Traditional Camp (2 Weeks)

Session A: Jun. 22, 2014 to Jul. 4, 2014
Session B: CALL FOR WAITLIST
Session C: CALL FOR WAITLIST
Session D: CALL FOR WAITLIST

Sampler Camps (1 Week)

Sampler 1: Jun. 22, 2014 to Jun. 27, 2014
Sampler 2: Jun. 29, 2014 to Jul. 4, 2014
Sampler 3: Aug. 17, 2014 to Aug. 22, 2014

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
We have a number of seasonal summer camp counselor positions. Please refer to our website for details on how to apply.

CAMP FACILITIES: We have several large dance studios, open classroom spaces, a Black Box Theater and a 600+ seat Mainstage Theater. There are also outdoor spaces for relaxing and access to a playscape for our younger students.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our summer program has something for everyone. We offer the Day Dreamers program for our littlest performers (3-5) who are just dipping their toes into theatre. Our Children's Cast is for 5-8 year olds who like to create their own stories. The Junior Troupe works toward a full musical theatre production and is perfect for 8-11 year olds. The Youth Ensemble is for 10-15 year olds and students are cast in either a play or a musical. Finally, the Teen Musical program does a full production of a popular musical. The final production takes place at the Mainstage theatre of Hartford Stage in our downtown Hartford location.

We also offer our Summer Bookends for ages 5-8, which focuses on bringing books from the summer reading lists to life and our One Act Play for students from 9-15 who want to have silly fun in a short play.

Our staff is highly qualified, consisting of talented directors, choreographers, designers, actors, teachers and more. Staff members hold certifications in First Aid, CPR, Mental Health First Aid, and Day Camp Direction.

At Education at Hartford Stage, we aim to provide exciting programming for students of all ages and levels. We always welcome new friends to become a part of our family.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: We welcome several interns each summer to be a part of our programs. To apply, please send an email to elarson[AT]hartfordstage.org to obtain an application.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We have scholarships and financial aid to those who qualify. Please send an email to education[AT]hartfordstage.org to request an application.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Hartford Stage offers year round classes for kids ages 5-17. Check Our Camp Website Link: www.hartfordstage.org for more information during the school year!

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
This year our summer camp sessions will run from July 6 - August 14, 2020. Please see our website for specific session dates.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
We are always looking for new members to join our team of professionals! This year, we are looking for teaching artists, set designers, costume designers and stitchers and more. If you are local to Connecticut and are interested in joining our programs, please send a cover letter and resume to Emely Larson, Studio Manager at elarson[AT]hartfordstage.org

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Please inquire for financial aid.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Final performances are at 2:00 PM on the final Friday of the camp.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Students spend two weeks immersed in an imaginative, supportive, and fun environment taking interactive classes in acting, clowning, stage combat, voice, movement, and theatrical design – all while rehearsing a 30-minute version of one of Shakespeare's plays.

Campers become their own Renaissance Theatre Troupe, creating costumes, props, and backdrops to create a kid-driven final performance for friends and family on the last day of camp.

Scholarships are available for those who qualify!

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
July 13 - 24 - SCSU
July 27 - August 7 - Trinity Church
August 10 - 21 - SCSU

Monday - Friday from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. (early drop-off at 8:30 and aftercare 3 p.m. - 5 p.m. available for $150)
Tuition: $550 - Online payments will incur a 2.9% processing fee of $16.25. Parents can also pay for registration via mailed check.

CAMP FACILITIES: Camp Jewell is located on 540 acres, which houses it's 25 different cabins (including treehouse cabins!), our lake, basketball court, giant slide, Thunderdome, low and high ropes courses, riding facilities, hiking trails, Mini-Farm, climbing elements, Gaga pits, and more.

For more info, please visit: Our Camp Website Link: campjewell.org

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Traditional Summer Camp: Our nationally-known resident camp program provides youth ages 7-16 with an opportunity to feel a part of something bigger than themselves. To many youth, the world of today can seem overwhelmingly complicated to navigate. Camp Jewell reminds them all that success boils down to surrounding yourself with good people who actively show caring toward one another. Campers learn that every challenge is easier when you are confident in who you are as a person, and that this confidence comes from knowing you are truly cared about by more than just your immediate family.

For more info, please visit: Our Camp Website Link: campjewell.org

Ranch Camp: Hide-a-Way Ranch at Camp Jewell YMCA provides a unique setting for our Ranch Campers to enjoy a traditional camp experience with an equestrian focus. The one thing everyone has in common at Ranch Camp is the love and enjoyment of riding and working with horses. This creates a stronger, more personal relationship between the campers in their cabins, riding groups, and in the overall Ranch Camp

For more info, please visit: program. Our Camp Website Link: campjewell.org

Adventure Camp: For over 100 years Camp Jewell YMCA has been a pioneer in off-camp adventure trips. Our trips offer teens new challenges through activities like kayaking, rock climbing, surfing, hiking, and biking. They are led by specifically trained staff that are over 21 years of age who are selected for their leadership experience, certifications, and love of the outdoors. Campers will have an opportunity to get to know themselves and each other better, as well as build strong relationships within their trip group.

For more info, please visit: Our Camp Website Link: campjewell.org

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: At Camp Jewell, we offer both LIT and CIT programs throughout the summer for 15 and 16 year olds. With a focus on leadership development and team building, both programs offer the ability to learn, grow and lead for our older campers.

For more info, please visit: Our Camp Website Link: campjewell.org

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: For complete financial assistance info, please visit: Our Camp Website Link: campjewell.org

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): We offer Family Camps 8 times a year! Family Camp provides a great experience for everyone in your family! Parents get the benefit of their family staying in a safe, wholesome environment, surrounded by caring staff members and plenty of fun activities. Children enjoy participation in challenging activities and games, while having fun with their parents. Everyone gets to make new friends! With Camp Jewell staff hosting, organizing, and facilitating the weekend, the only thing left to worry about is what fun activity to do next! From as little as $850 for a cabin of up to 12 people you can spend a long weekend relaxing, having fun, and reconnecting!

For more info, please visit: Our Camp Website Link: campjewell.org

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Camp Jewell YMCA runs a year-around Outdoor Center, hosting programs including but not limited to: team building groups, conferencing groups, outdoor education programs, or just fun weekends away!

For more info, please visit: Our Camp Website Link: campjewell.org

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
For complete info on camp sessions and fees, please visit: Our Camp Website Link: campjewell.org

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: - Live Zooming and friendship-making time (prescheduled so your family can plan ahead!)
- Off-screen activities for independent play and learning (and naps! and yard time!)
- Hands-on activities with real art materials (art camp should be a little messy!)
- Small group sizes ensure that campers receive high quality instruction and individual attention from their teachers.
- Daily movement and mindfulness exercises integrated throughout the day to get the wiggles out

Camp tuition includes an Art Toolbox mailed to your home and a live exhibition every Friday that the whole family can attend, even those living far away.

Camp Staff:
Katerina Romanenko, Ph.D. Assistant Director of Youth and Family Programs

An experienced educator and visual culture historian, Dr. Romanenko specializes in Museum education, art history, American History, and object-based learning in formal and informal environments. She holds a PhD in Art History from the City University of New York and for more than 15 years teaches art history and works in Museum education. She also holds a BA in Education Sciences and has experience in research, development and implementation of educational programs for different age groups.

Alicia Mino, Art Educator, Manager of the School and Community Programs

An accomplished practicing artists and art educator, Alicia Mino received her Master’s in visual communication from the Metropolitan University of Chile, She spent fifteen years in Italy studying art history, oil painting, and sculpture. She presented in numerous art exhibitions and founded the Mates Art and Design Studio, where she taught drawing, oil/acrylic painting, and sculpture fundamentals for ten years. In 2008 Alicia moved to Philadelphia where she continues to exhibit her work and teaches art.

Lindsey Murphy, Art Educator and K-8 Program Coordinator

An art educator with over a decade of experience in the field of education, Lindsey Murphy has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Anthropology; concentration in Archaeology from Millersville University, and an Elementary Teaching Certification from Millersville University. She worked as a general education classroom teacher in the Oxford Area School District in Chester County, PA for 8 years, and has worked in PAFA’s education department over the past 11 years creating and implementing numerous museum tours and art making experiences for children and families of all backgrounds, becoming the K-8 Program Coordinator in 2019..

Melissa Hendrixson, Art Educator

Melissa Hendrixson is an artist and art educator who has worked in Museum Education for over five years. She has her Bachelor's of Fine Arts and Studio Certificate from Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts and has gained experience through assisting the coordination and development of various museum programming including family programs, youth art classes, and summer camps. She now works for the School and Community Partnership Program as an art educator where she develops and implements museum tours, school lessons, and community outreach programs to support student learning, parental engagement and visual literacy initiatives.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: It is our sincere desire that no child be denied the opportunity to attend camp because of financial difficulties. Thanks to our generous donors, PAFA is able to offer a limited number of scholarships.

Please email artcamp[AT]pafa.org to receive a scholarship application

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Friday Art Show

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: PAFA offers a year round programs, online and in person for youth and families that engage parents and children with the museum collection and art-making. Our programs inculde art classes for middle school students, afterschool program for kids 6-11, and Sunday Family workshops. please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.pafa.org

OTHER CAMP INFO: Drawing, painting, sculpture, photography, comic books and graphic novels, collage and mixed media, and video arts.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Dates
June 21 - August 13, 8 weeks

Ages: 6-14 (groups: 6-8; 9-11; 12-14)

Mon-Fri from 9am - 3pm each day (except July 5rd).

For camps description, cost and schedule go to the registration website. Our Camp Website Link: www.pafa.org

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Camp Assistants and Camp Instructors.
Please visit for current job announcements and apply via 
Our Camp Website Link: hr.pafa.org

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: All camps are run by Ignite Learning Academy, a fully accredited online private school serving students in preschool through grade 12. Camp leaders include faculty, administration, and external experts in the areas they will be teaching.

Around the World Camp
Art Camp: Arts & Crafts with Found Objects
Art Camp: Drawing
Art Camp: Painting
Cooking Camp
DIY/Pinterest Camp
Hawaiian Hullabaloo Camp
JavaScript Coding Camp
Leading Ladies Camp
LEGO Camp
Mad Science Camp
Outdoor Explorers Camp
Scratch Coding Camp
Wizards & Magic Camp
Storytime & Craft Camp

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.ignitelearningacademy.com to view the dates associated with each individual camp.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: "Miss Beth" has been teaching and directing young actors for over 20 years and has drawn a loyal following. Past shows she has produced here at The PAC include "Spring Awakening", "Rent", "You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown", "Cabaret", "Chicago", "Godspell", "Into The Woods", "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee", "Annie" & "Seussical, The Musical". In addition, Miss Beth is known for creating original musical revue's that allow every child to shine! Some past revue's include "Broadway Bedlam", "Broadway, Disney's Way", "Broadway, Our Way" and "The Book of Broadway" to name just a few favorites.

We also have Jackie Decho-Holm on staff. Jackie has directed productions of "A Midsummer Nights Dream", "Dog See's God" and "Much Ado About Nothing" with our Stage 2 Teens program.

We believe in a high-quality, affordable education in the theatre arts that is truly inclusive of all. Our space has been dubbed the "No judgement zone"...a place where all are free to explore their creativity and expand their imagination!

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Our scholarship fund is presently depleted, but I advise parents who live in New Milford to apply for MVPSOS.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: We offer shows and classes year round.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Wizard of Oz
June 26th - July 29th
Monday-Friday, 10:00-2:00
$350

Heathers, The Musical
June 26th-August 6th
Monday-Friday, 2:00-6:00
$350

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
For more information, visit our website at: Our Camp Website Link: mitchell.edu

CAMP FACILITIES: Each teaching artist will have a designated classroom in the school and outside areas will be used for lunch, play, and art activities that require the outdoors.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Campers have the chance to take part in visual arts, creative writing, dance, drama, music, photography, textile arts, circus arts, magic arts, yoga, and costume making with teaching artists who are all professionals in their fields.

For more information on our teaching artists please visit: Our Camp Website Link: afterschoolartsprogram.org

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: In conjunction with the Summer Camp, ASAP offers a Counselor-in-Training Program. Hoping to fill a much needed gap in summer camp experiences for ages 14-17, ASAP teens will be taught how to work with and lead the younger campers, attend daily life skills workshops, take a first aid class, work with artists in the medium that they are interested in as well as sit in on an artist panel. CITs have the chance to take part in visual arts, creative writing, dance, drama, music, photography, videography, textile arts, circus arts, and costume making. Participants will learn tips for college and job success from our career coach Susie Case, Harvard Business School MBA and professor of business communications at the Fashion Institute of Technology.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: ASAP provides meaningful learning experiences through our workshops that that will stay with our participants for a lifetime. We are here to support families and to give all kids a chance to challenge themselves and grow with the guidance of creative professionals.

Financial aid is available to those in need. Please visit our website for more information: Our Camp Website Link: afterschoolartsprogram.org.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: ASAP offers arts programs for children year round. Please visit us at: Our Camp Website Link: afterschoolartsprogram.org To see a full list of what we offer.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
ASAP Summer Camp
Ages 4.5-14 | August 3-14
Washington Montessori School, New Preston
Monday-Friday, 9:00am-3:30pm
240 Litchfield Turnpike, New Preston, CT 06777

For more information about this camp or any of the other camps and programs we offer please visit us at Our Camp Website Link: afterschoolartsprogram.org.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
ASAP needs a few responsible people, high school seniors or older, who have experience working with children to work at our ASAP Summer Camp this August. If you are interested in a challenging and rewarding summer job please contact us via phone (860) 868-0740 or email asap[AT]afterschoolartsprogram.org.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: We expose children to a world of artistic wonder while we encourage their own original ideas and their own unique perception and interpretation of art. Art camps are provided in schools and at Recreation Depts. all over Western MA and Northern CT. Visit Our Camp Website Link: www.artventuresforkids.com to see our program schedule.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: A scholarship may be available for a child whose parent is willing to assist.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: ART-ventures for Kids also provides after school art enrichment at school all over Western MA and Northern CT.

CAMP FACILITIES: Twenty-Five acres of lawns, forested hillside, two outdoor pools, basketball courts, softball field, amphitheater, activities barn playgrounds and giant event tent, archery range, ropes course, zip line and more!

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our carefully chosen, conscientiously coached and closely supervised staff of youth development professionals builds success into every child that comes our way!

Holiday Hill is the region’s oldest, largest, and only state licensed, ACA Accredited, Independent day camp for boys and girls; owned and operated by the same family for 57 years.

Meet us along one of our convenient bus routes in 29 area towns, or drive in yourself, but join us this summer and find out why three generations of eastern Connecticut families agree that at Holiday Hill, summer never felt so good!

Summer never felt so good! Parents love our daily transportation and bus counselors, outstanding staff, safe, nurturing environment and responsive administration. Kids love the fun! Regular sessions include swimming lessons and recreational swimming in sparkling pools, sports, pony rides, archery, canoeing, ropes course with zip line, nature, crafts, creative dramatics, riflery and hundreds of games and activities.

Special sessions focus on horsemanship and riding lessons, dance, golf or mountain biking, plus a powerful leadership program for campers in grades 9 & 10. It all adds up to serious fun for boys and girls ages 4-14! For more information, please visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.holidayrecreation.com

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: The Holiday Hill NEST program grows 9th and 10th graders into leaders. Many of our oldest campers eagerly stay on, often becoming the next generation of kid-loving counselors. But NEST is not just counselor training, so we welcome all who seek a very educational and motivational program. NEST (Nurturing Experiences for Staff Trainees) — • 2-year progressive experiential education course • Develops natural leadership qualities by teaching basic camp leadership skills • Creates well-rounded, thoughtful, caring and competent staff members with a broad range of human relation skills, outdoor education techniques, sports, games and camp programming ideas. • Benefits young people regardless of their interest in camp counseling.

While not a prerequisite or a promise, most of our current staff members are graduates of this course. Eagle Phase • Campers entering ninth grade in the fall after camp • 4-week program taken in either sessions 1-2 or sessions 3-4 • Course components led by our Camp Director, Aquatics Director, Ropes Course facilitators and other key camp staff • Coordinated by a specially trained counselor who acts as the Group Leader • Enrollment limited on a first-come, first-served basis by registering with the standard summer camp registration form. If taken in the first half of the summer, successful participants may return for one or two more sessions as Junior Staff Trainees (JST’s). These young people are placed with camper groups to gain experience alongside regular staff.

If the Eagle Phase of the program is taken in the second half of the summer, campers may attend our regular camp program as Hawks (our oldest camper group) for all or part of the first two sessions. Junior Counselor Phase • Second summer of the program • Open to graduates of the Eagle Phase who are entering tenth grade in the fall • Junior Counselor candidates apply for a limited number of positions and attend at a special camp fee • Junior Counselors enroll for any number of sessions with a special Junior Counselor Application and Registration Packet and camp fee • JC’s attend certain pre-camp meetings in Mid-June along with our regular staff (dates TBA) • Rotated among different camper groups and specialty areas throughout the summer for a variety of experiences with different aged campers and activities • JCs receive additional in-service training, evaluation and mentoring throughout the summer from their special advisor and others in our camp leadership.

Eagle Phase enrollees need to complete only the regular Summer Camp Registration Form. Junior Counselor enrollees need to complete both the Junior Counselor Application and the Summer Camp Registration Forms. Call the camp at 860-423-1375 with questions or to enroll by phone.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Mansfield’s Holiday Hill Day Camp is an American Camp Association accredited camp committed to helping youth develop valuable life skills through camping programs that build self-esteem, independence, leadership and friendship skills, environmental awareness, and a spirit of adventure and exploration. We serve people of all ages, backgrounds, abilities and incomes. The funds available for Holiday Hill’s Campership Program are made possible through the generosity of our volunteers, alumni, camper families, staff and community donors, and the American Camp Association Camper Scholarship Program. Families are asked to provide financial information to substantiate their requests for tuition support. Families are asked to pay as much of their camp tuition as possible, and request Camper Scholarship funds to make up the balance. Contact the camp for a Campership Application Form.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Holiday Recreation Center—Summer never felt so good. (And maybe even spring and autumn too!) Three generations of central Connecticut families have come to trust us – to mentor their children, to ensure both physical and emotional safety, and to impart valuable life skills – all while kids are having the summer time of their lives. So, why not do similar things for families and adult groups in Mansfield Center, Storrs, Willimantic, Manchester and the surrounding areas? That commitment has created the addition of: • group picnics and outings • pool memberships • our challenge course Any given weekend can include: • a wedding or reunion • a corporate teambuilding event • a lot of family bonding around our pool. During spring and autumn, we can handle groups any day of the week.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Our superlative and totally dedicated counselors join campers in creating a true summer family in an environment rich in safety, comfort, acceptance and FUN! We begin with all the physical skills and challenges everyone expects at camp. Then we go beyond the obvious and emphasize the social, emotional and psychological growth of our campers with activities that create a spiral of successes. Each child is an important person, sharing in the democratic process of the whole group. Each day is a chance for campers to learn to appreciate each other and to appreciate our environment. We encourage campers to take responsibility for themselves and their actions, and to feel good about themselves. Every camper takes home a smile and life-long memories, plus new skills and new friendships.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
2098 Camp Session Dates – A two-week session minimum is highly recommended! Split sessions of one week are also available.

June Mini Camp: June 17-21

Session 1: June 24- July 5; Includes camp on July 4!

Session 2: July 8-19;

Session 3: July 22 - August 2;

Session 4: August 5-16;

August Mini Camp: August 19-23

CAMP PROGRAM INFO:
The Handwork Studio LLC is a kids' needle arts and fashion studio and camp. Our purpose is to pass down the tradition of teaching practical arts such as knitting, crocheting, hand and machine sewing, embroidery, quilting, fashion and crafts in a fun and relaxed environment.

Our staff is comprised of professional artists, instructors and skilled teachers, dedicated to making each student feel special. Our teaching philosophy is one that focuses on the students’ accomplishments. We will never criticize the student's work, but praise his or her efforts.

The Handwork Studio is designed to…
nurture its students
in a positive social environment
with a "Can Do" attitude
that fosters creativity
while learning lifetime skills.

The Result:
Making really cool projects with new friends while having Fun! Fun! Fun!

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Our CIT Leadership Program started Summer 2016! Learn more here Our Camp Website Link: www.thehandworkstudio.com.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
If you believe a job is to inspire and create, smiles are a part of the uniform and don't mind occasionally getting tangled in thread we need to talk! The Handwork Studio is on the search for that ‘needle in a haystack’ to help us forge ahead on our mission to educate children in the needle-arts.

Qualified Candidates Must:
-- Be passionate, warm, caring and ultimately a happy person that will bring excitement to the classroom
-- Be high energy; able to sit on the floor and/or stand for an extended period of time
-- Enjoy crafting in one or more of the following skills: knitting, crocheting, machine and hand sewing, embroidery, etc. You do not need to be an expert. We will train you on our methods.
-- Enjoy working with children between the ages of 5-16 years
-- Possess infinite patience
-- Be neat and organized
-- Be willing to work generally Monday-Fridays (approx. 8:30-3:30) during the months of June, July and August. This schedule can vary slightly based on program and geographic location.

To be considered, interested applicants MUST complete an online application at Our Camp Website Link: www.thehandworkstudio.com. Here you will find more details about our counselor positions and their applications.

CAMP FACILITIES: We have both online art camps/workshops and in-person camps for our 2021 summer art program. Go to Our Camp Website Link: IchenArtAcademy.com for more information.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Becoming an Ichen Art Academy student means that you have the opportunity to learn from the best art school with a long proven record of success to develop your creativity, foundational skills and artistic talents that will propel you to reach your full potential.

Best Quality Art Program
Since its inception in 1997 (formerly known as Ichen Art Studio), Ichen Art Academy has been putting relentless focus on developing high-quality art programs, reflected through its students’ artworks and measured by its students’ achievements. Many of its art-major students have now gone on to renowned art colleges and most prestigious majors such as CalArt’s Character Animation, ArtCenter’s Entertainment Design and Rhode Island School of Design. Some art-major students from early years have found employments in high-tech companies such as Google, Facebook and Netflix. Similarly, its non-art-major students have been accepted by nation’s top universities such as Harvard, Stanford, Princeton and MIT with the help of submission of a strong supplemental art portfolio. By consistently winning large numbers of national level awards in art competitions, Ichen Art Academy students’ skill levels and artworks are among the best in every age group.

Systematic and Comprehensive K-12 Art Education
Ichen Art Academy offers systematic and comprehensive art education to K-12 students and adults. All of its instructors are highly accomplished artists with many years of teaching and industry experience. Currently the following programs are offered
(Click the respective link to view students' artworks from that age group):

--Children’s Creative Art (Ages 5 to 8)
--Chinese Painting and Calligraphy (Ages 8+)
--Drawing and Sketch Level 1-Basic (Ages 8 to 10) Level 1 (Ages 10-11), 2 and 3 (Ages 12+)
--Oil Painting and Watercolor (Ages 12+)
--Digital Art for Beginner (Ages 9+), Intermediate and Advanced Levels (Ages 12+)
--Cartoon, Manga and Character Design (Ages 11+)
--AP Art Prep (Ages 14+)

Art Consultation Service for College Applications
The art counselor team at Ichen Art Academy specializes in helping art-major students prepare strong college art portfolios and apply for top art colleges and majors in the US. The team is also responsible for helping non-art-major students develop robust supplemental art portfolios for applying top private universities.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: We partner with Youth Art Foundation, a non-profit organization to help our students develop leadership and utilize their art talents and skills to make positive contributions to their communities.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Ichen Art Academy provides comprehensive and systematic art education for K-12 students on a yearly basis. Please check our curriculum webpage for a detailed description:

Our Camp Website Link: www.ichenartacademy.com

OTHER CAMP INFO: Oil Painting, watercolor, Portrait/Figure Drawing, Illustration, Chinese Painting, Drawing and Sketching, AP Art Boot Camp, Open Studio, Fashion Design, UI/UX Design, Architectural and Interior Design, Animation and Game Design, Digital Art, Creative Comic Books, Manga and Anime, Cartoon and Character Design, Perspective Drawing, Graphic Design, 3D Modeling and much more.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Art Camps for kids ages 5-9:
Our Camp Website Link: www.ichenartacademy.com

Digital Illustration Art Camp for ages 9+:
Our Camp Website Link: www.ichenartacademy.com

Summer Art Workshops for ages 11+:
Our Camp Website Link: www.ichenartacademy.com

CAMP FACILITIES: Our oceanfront facility has a dining hall with incredible views, as well as classroom space and bunk rooms. Our boats will take campers to sandy beaches, salt marshes, and rocky intertidal zones.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Learn more about our summer camp offerings, including our summer camp staff online at oceanology.org/summer-camp

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: The ability for Project O to offer tuition assistance varies each year and is dependent on private donations and grants. More information will be posted on our website between February and April. Please check back or email us anytime for an update.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Ocean Camp ($875)
- 1 week overnight camp
- Grades 6 - 12
- 4 weeks available

Marine Science Research Experience ($975)
- 1 week overnight camp
- Grades 6 - 12
- 2 weeks available

Ocean Explorer Academy ($500)
- 1 week day camp
- Grades 5 - 7
- 4 weeks available

Undersea Technology Camp ($500)
- 1 week day camp
- Grades 6 - 12
- 3 weeks available

Discounts: Military $50; Multi-Session & Multi-Sibling 10%
Tuition assistance may be available

Specific dates and more information can be found at Our Camp Website Link: www.oceanology.org.

CAMP FACILITIES: The Cooperative Arts High School features two of its own performance stages and ample and equipped spaces for video production and various fine art facilities.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: 6th Grade Program Selection:

Ceramics & Sculpture: Students will work with clay to create 3D sculptures and pottery. Students may work with mixed media, glazes and more to create dynamic pieces that speak to them in a relaxed, creative atmosphere.

Short Film Production: Small films with big impact! We’re going into production on our own short films, written, directed, and starring our students. We’ll work on various projects at scenic locations in and around our building and even downtown New Haven. Campers will experiment with various styles and genres such as Music Videos, Comedy, Sci-Fi and Action/Suspense. This class concentrates on screen acting, camera composition, pre-production storyboarding, and directorial techniques.

Hip-Hop Dance: This upbeat, age-appropriate class teaches students the fundamentals of hip-hop
dance and choreography. Students will develop coordination, rhythm,
self-expression, and discipline in this fun class! Students will perform a
choreographed piece during the Camp Showcase.

Flipbooks: Do you ever watch cartoons, draw characters, and have a great imagination? Come learn how to create your own animations in Flipbook class! You will learn how to craft your own storyboard, become a better illustrator, and make your imagination reality!

Theater: Have you always wanted to try acting but haven’t had the chance? Or have you tried acting once or twice but want more?! Then this class is for you! You will learn the fundamentals of acting in an exciting and safe environment; you will access different parts of your personality, work with others, and learn how to bring written words to life!

2D Visual Arts: Learn, create, and explore the world of 2D art through painting, sketching, collage, and more. Students will work on mixed media pieces, portraits, still life, and open studio to create inspired pieces! Open to artists of all levels.

Glee Club: If you are interested in singing and performing fun, upbeat songs, look no further! Learn how to harmonize and work as a group to perform crowd-pleasing songs and more!

Steel Pan: Steel Pans are by far one of the most interesting musical instruments to learn. No experience necessary. They are easy to learn the basics of, challenging enough to keep you interested, and an overall extremely rewarding experience. Every student who has ever signed up for Steel Pan has had an amazing, eye-opening time! (If you are not familiar with these fabulous instruments, YouTube them immediately!).

Showcase Committee: Looking for camp leaders! This program brings campers of all grades together as they learn how to create an artist performance. This committee will create banners, programs, and plan the Camp Showcase. All artists-- creative writers, visual artists, and performers-- are needed to make this the best Showcase ever! (NOTE: Don't worry, you WILL still participate in the showcase with your other classes).

7th & 8th Grade Program Selection:

Graphic Design: Learn the basics of graphic design or improve your skills in this class. We will use the Adobe Suite (including InDesign and Photoshop) to create original images and posters!

Digital Photography: Improve your photography skills over the summer! This course will help campers improve their composition and capture the world around them. Select photos will be displayed during the Camp Showcase!

Theater: Learn the fundamentals of acting and improve your skills through theater games and group work. This class will create an original scene to perform at the Camp Showcase.

Ceramics & Sculpture: Students will work with clay to create 3D sculptures and pottery. Students may
work with mixed media, glazes and more to create dynamic pieces that speak to them in a relaxed, creative atmosphere.

Short Film Production: Small films with big impact! We’re going into production on our own short films, written, directed, and starring our students. We’ll work on various projects at scenic locations in and around our building and even downtown New Haven. Campers will experiment with various styles and genres such as Music Videos, Comedy, Sci-Fi and Action/Suspense. This class concentrates on screen acting, camera composition, pre-production storyboarding, and directorial techniques.

Hip-Hop Dance: This upbeat, age-appropriate class teaches students the fundamentals of hip-hop dance and choreography. Students will develop coordination, rhythm, self-expression, and discipline in this fun class! Students will perform a choreographed piece during the Camp Showcase.

Glee Club: If you are interested in singing and performing fun, upbeat songs, look no further! Learn how to harmonize and work as a group to perform crowd-pleasing songs and more!

Steel Pan: Steel Pans are by far one of the most interesting musical instruments to learn. No experience necessary. They are easy to learn the basics of, challenging enough to keep you interested, and an overall extremely rewarding experience. Every student who has ever signed up for Steel Pan has had an amazing, eye-opening time! (If you are not familiar with these fabulous instruments, YouTube them immediately!).

Showcase Committee: Looking for camp leaders! This program brings campers of all grades together as they learn how to create an artist performance. This committee will create banners, programs, and plan the Camp Showcase. All artists-- creative writers, visual artists, and performers-- are needed to make this the best Showcase ever! (NOTE: Don't worry, you WILL still participate in the showcase with your other classes).

Who are the Camp Instructors and Staff?
Co-Op teachers and local artist-teachers lead all camp programs. All instructors are assisted by a current Co-Op high school student who will act as a TA. Camp staff includes Kjerstin Pugh, Camp Director and Program Manager of Co-Op After School and Kelly Wuzzardo, Director of Education at the Shubert Theater.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Limited, needs-based financial aid is available. Financial aid will depend on income level and is measured very similarly to New Haven's free- and reduced lunch program.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Is food provided? Yes! Campers are provided with a morning snack and lunch, though parents may pack their camper’s lunch if they prefer. Campers who stay for After Care will also receive a snack.

Is transportation to and from camp provided? Transportation is the responsibility of the parent. We do not offer transportation to and from camp.

Eligibility: The camp is open to both New Haven and non-New Haven residents.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Session 1: July 7th – July 18th

Session 2: July – August 1st

Campers may register for one or BOTH sessions

Camp hours: 9:00 am– 3:00 pm; optional After Care: 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm

During our Early Bird Holiday Special, the cost for one session is $500. Both sessions cost $1,000. After the Special, tuition will be $600 per session or $1,200 both sessions, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. These rates do NOT include the After Care Program.

The Early Bird Special must be paid in full at once. After the Special is over, you may choose between paying all at once or setting up an installment plan with the new tuition cost in effect.

Theater & Arts and Musical Theater Campers may opt to sign up for our After Care Program. This program runs from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. and allows campers to choose one of three arts-related activities which vary each day (activities include theater games, visual arts, yoga, field trips, etc.). Campers will also receive snack. The After Care Program is not included in camp tuition and costs $100 per session, $200 for both sessions.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: In Person and Virtual Camp - for students all across the U.S. and other parts of the world.

6 exciting tracks to choose from:

Foundation: Data Science
Master: AI Model building with code
Full Immersion: AI Model and Research
Design Thinking and AI
AI in Business and Entrepreneurship
Beginner: AI with low code/ no code
STEAM in AI Students have the opportunity to work on exciting AI Projects across Industries, Domains and Careers mentored by AI/ ML Engineers and Data Scientists from the Industry.

Exciting News!! STEAM in AI Intensive is coming to Santa Clara University in the Bay Area this Summer. Get a taste of Silicon Valley, Learn AI and do Research. Check out the Commuter and Residential Programs.

STEAM in AI is Developed by former Stanford and UC Berkeley Adjunct Professor, MIT Mentor $100K Entrepreneurship Competition, Data and AI Ethics thought leader from Silicon Valley, Generative AI Ethics Keynote Speaker for the U.S. Military and the California Department of Education.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Students may apply for a need based scholarship. Scholarship is based on a lot of factors including availability of funds. Application does not guarantee a scholarship. Eligibility Criteria: Must be a student living in the U.S., must have a copy of the most recent U.S. IRS Tax Return. Preference will be given to student recommendations by Partner Schools. Our Nonprofit DataEthics4All 501(c)(3) EIN 85-3148963 provides need based Scholarships to Students to participate in the STEAM in AI Program based on the availability of funds.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Start a STEAM in AI Chapter to find all year round opportunities for students to learn artificial intelligence and ethics, leadership and volunteering. Volunteers can even accrue those hours towards the Presidential Volunteer Service Award. Learn More: Our Camp Website Link: steaminai.org

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit the Website: Our Camp Website Link: STEAMinAI.org for complete information

CAMP FACILITIES: Summit has approx. 30 traditional wooden cabins with electric and private facilities in each cabin. Our main buildings include our newly refinished dining hall, air-conditioned recreational hall, our medical facility, and a newly built outdoor pavilion. Summit utilizes three A frame buildings for our arts programs, a wilderness treehouse with camp fire area for cookouts, newly resurfaced basketball/tennis courts, high/low ropes course with climbing wall, heated pool, private lake, nature fields with a farm area, martial arts dojo, go-kart track with 3 karts. Summit has a small amphitheatre adjacent to our lake, with a miraculous view of our beautiful setting where we enjoy swimming, canoeing, and riding our banana boats. Our camp resides on a gently rising hillside, thus providing us with the physical basis for our motto, "The Magic on the Hill."

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Summit Camp is a co-ed sleepaway camp for ages 8-19 years with issues of attention: AD/HD, HFA/Asperger’s Disorder, and/or learning differences. Using the frame of a traditional sleepaway camp, we create platforms of success where our campers can experience outcomes such as improved self-esteem, lasting friendships, and increased independence. This is accomplished through a well-orchestrated and expertly staffed backdrop to a largely traditional camp experience- guided challenges, waterfront, adventure course, and more. It is our goal and desire to take our campers from observing peer interactions to engaging in them, to learn and celebrate their own strengths and successes, and to feel a sense of belonging and shared community with those around them while they are with us.

Our Teen Travel program extends the Summit community to provide a safe yet exciting adventure to one of our many attractive national and international destination tours offering 14 day and 19 day excursions. Summit Weekenders provide a youth-group style social retreat for adolescents to have an oasis of independence, enjoyment, and success during the school year months. Regardless of the specific program, Summit provides an expertly staffed, highly structured, and truly fun experience for our youth, and has been doing so since 1969. Summit is accredited by the American Camp Association and takes pride in our long term commitment to and successes in working with special needs youth.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Our Transitions to Adult Living Skills program for youth aged 15-19 provides learning and vocational opportunities for our teens. We also have vocational programs for upper camp including, big brother/big sister, waiter/waitressing, working in a specialty area or as UL assistant, photography, and more. Our SUPER TEEN program focuses on building the executive function and daily living skills OUR kids needs to succeed as independently as possible.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Summit provides weekender programs in metropolitan areas throughout the country which run from Friday evening until Sunday mid-day that provide an oasis of social involvement for our youth. NY/NJ and DC/VA weekenders meet on a monthly basis.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Summit has the following resident summer staff in addition to our dual layer of counselors and specialists. • Team of senior directorship including a Master's of Education, licensed social worker, counseling psychologist, and school psychologist. • On site Physician and group of RN's for excellent medication management and treatment on site. • Head counselor who has been a proud member of the Summit community since 1983. We pride ourselves on our ongoing support and training of our staff and our phenomenal return rate of excellent seasonal staff who help us orchestrate and bring the magic to our youth year after year.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Ongoing information can be found on our website at: Our Camp Website Link: www.summitcamp.com
Travel Tours 2018: Southeast Theme Parks; San Francisco and Hawaii; Disney Alaskan Cruise

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
We would love to hear from interested applicants! We are looking for staff 20+ years of age. Counselors have prior experience working with our populations and are looking for a unique opportunity to develop skills and experience in the best setting, with the best supervision, available!

Our specialty teams include waterfront, arts, performing arts, adventure, nature, science, computers, athletics, and go-karting.

We are looking for specialty teachers that have experience leading youth and instructing others in their given area.

Please contact Leah Love, MS, leahl[AT]summitcamp.com, with interest in working for us. You may have never considered a special needs camp program- but let us show you why working for us may be the summer of a lifetime!

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Limited amount of full and partial scholarships available.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: A Touch of Broadway is run by top industry professionals with over 20 years of experience:

Meet Our Staff

Billy DiCrosta(Artistic Director/Master Vocal Coach)
International Vocal Artist and Coach Billy DiCrosta has been performing professionally for over 28 years. The youngest of a large Italian American family of six. Billy started performing at the early age of 7 and fell in love with being on stage and touching people's hearts through music. He majored in Vocal Performance and Acting at Western CT State University until transferring to The Hartt School of Music to study Musical Theatre.

He has had the joy of playing such roles as Tony in West Side Story, Mike in A Chorus Line, The Baker in Into The Woods and many more. He also had the great honor of singing at The White House for the Clinton Family in 1997. While on tour From 2006 to 2012 Billy started to coach his cast members and develop his passion for helping others find vocal freedom. During this time he started to lay the foundations of the method he teaches today.

In 2013 he opened the doors to Billy DiCrosta Vocal Studio and became the only Accredited Teacher by International Voice Teachers of Mix Our Camp Website Link: www.ivtom.org in Connecticut. He is also the North Eastern Area Administrator for IVTOM and helps to educate new teachers on Mix Technique. He is a proud member of National Association of Teachers of Singing, Inc. Billy has spent countless hours of taking what he has learned from his past teachers, IVTOM, and Leading Voice Scientists around the world to develop his unique method.

Billy is one of the most sought after Vocal Coach's in the North East. Students travel from all over to study his technique and to find the vocal freedom that can only be found in his studio. Those who can't travel enjoy lessons via Skype/Facetime. His students range from beginners to professionals and children to adults. Students have found that in just one lesson ,they have learned more and found more freedom in their voice then they have after studying with their former teachers for years. Even those who students who never thought they could sing learn that with Billy if you can speak you CAN sing !

Billy is known for his unique teaching approach and the ability to feel exactly what is going on in students voice that is causing the problem and giving the correct exercise to fix it. Students learn to have fun while training . Thanks to the vocal freedom his students achieve they are able to get leading roles in shows, win competitions and work as professional vocalists. Due to the rapid growth of his studio and his drive for always being the best Billy has founded New Haven Academy of Performing Arts. Refusing to be able to teach every student who wants to learn his method he needed a way to make sure that could happen. Billy is proud to have personally trained and certified his staff of vocal coaches in his method so that everyone could learn. Just like Billy his coaches are available in person and online.

Miss Gina Helland (Dance)
started dancing at the age of two at Theresa Signores School of Dance, and at the age of four began her training with Dorothy Malavasi. She has studied Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Acrobatics, and Lyrical. She began her training in New York City at the age of nince with one of the most respected and admired teachers in the country, Charles Kelley, who's credentials are too long to list. Gina was fortunate to have studied under his direction for over 20 years.

Gina's credits include performances on the Steel Pier in Atlantic City, Dorothy in The North East Tour of "The Wizard of Oz". She was a featured dance soloist in various musicals such as "Funny Girl" and "Dames at Sea". Gina has also performed as a lead dancer in the Pocono Mts. At Mt. Air Lodge, Tamnament Resort and aboard Cost Riviera Cruise Ship.

Gina is certified by Test to Teach, and is a member of Dance Masters of America. As a teacher Gina has been the proud of Owner /Artistic Director of Broadway Dance for 21 years and has been on staff at the New Haven Public School System in The Comprehensive Arts Program and for The Worthington Hooker Extended Day Program.

Neil Fuentes( Drama/Voice)

Neil’s passion for the entertainment industry began at a young age. He attended a performing arts school in Venezuela, giving him the acting, singing and dancing chops you now see on television and stage today.

Upon arriving in the United States in 1995 Neil began a 18- year career working his way up the hospitality ladder to become the Director of Catering for the popular multi-unit brew house and restaurant, Southport Brewing Company. Neil put his food and entertainment talents together, creating impressive events, innovative menus, and a flare for the theatrical. In 2006 Neil joined the Connecticut Gay Men's Chorus and continues to perform throughout the state.

In 2012 Neil joins Sonido Libre, a 12 piece Salsa Band as lead singer. Neil develops an amazing show with this band which has been performing since then through the Tri-State Area.

Neil has solidified himself as a Connecticut power talent in both the entertainment and culinary world. “The Sensational Singing Chef”, airing on Connecticut Style on WTNH Television in New Haven, CT since 2009, continues to be a highly rated show for the network, garnering numerous awards and a cult-like following. Neil just became a Food Network Champion on the show REWRAPPED!

Neil has been trained and mentored by Master Vocal Billy DiCrosta Music to teach the NHAOPA method and is also an associate member of International Voice Teachers of Mix.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: We also offer ongoing Private Lessons in Voice , Piano, Guitar, Drama and Dance . Plus we have group classes in Musical Theatre, Drama and Dance
For more info visit Our Camp Website Link: www.nhaopa.com or call us today
at 475-238-8119!

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Weekdays 9am to 3pm
July 18 -August 5th
Performances August 6th and 7th

CAMP FACILITIES: The studio space is air conditioned and has lovely grounds for outdoor lunch.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: FASHION WEEK I, July 13-18, 2020. FASHION WEEK II, July 20-24, 2020. Mornings are spent working with a professional illustrator learning to draw the fashion silhouette as live models pose for your sketches. End the week of illustration with a portfolio ready piece. Afternoons are spent with professional seamstresses learning to read, pin and cut a pattern of your choice. Construct and finish your garment by sewing and adding accessories. Professional hair and makeup stylists help prepare you for the end of the week photo shoot and fashion show. Model your creations for friends and family! Camp fills every year - register early!

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Year round programs are held at Spectrum Art Gallery in Centerbrook, CT. Our Camp Website Link: spectrumartgallery.org

OTHER CAMP INFO: Pre-camp workshop Sunday, June 28, 2020
Make Friends with your Sewing Machine
1:30 - 4:00 pm
$30

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Fashion Week 1 - July 13-17
9am- 5:30pm
$360

Fashion Week 2 - July 20-24
$360
9am - 5:30pm

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Volunteer model positions.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Pre-College Theatre Intensive: Students entering grades 10-12 participate in a three-week theatre intensive. Workshops and master classes are taught by a variety of professional theatre artists, and classes include Acting, Shakespeare, Musical Theatre, Clowning, Audition Prep, Dance and more! Students will also have the opportunity to attend a Broadway show with cast talk back, and attend all of STONC’s season performances.

Junior Company: 3-week musical theatre performance program open to middle school students entering grades 5-9. Professional theatre artists work with Junior Company members to mount a musical - this year’s production is Kiss Me Kate, Jr! Registration is on a rolling admission limited to the first 30 students, and a placement audition is required for casting purposes.

DramaRamas: A unique musical theatre program for children with special needs! Children ages 8-18 will rehearse and put on a musical. STONC’s professional actors and creative staff will act as mentors for each child and help them interpret and perform their roles. This year’s musical is Kiss Me Kate, Jr!

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Need based financial age may be available. Please contact us for more information.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit our website for information about session dates, fees and performance dates. Our Camp Website Link: stonc.org