Un-School Camp: The Academic Fun & Fitness Camp at Lakeland Community College

This unique camp is for children aged 6 to 18 with learning differences and special needs: learning disabilities, Attention Deficit /Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Dyslexia, or Asperger’s Syndrome. Children with learning differences often become so frustrated by school experiences that they never realize learning can be lots of fun. Campers play and have fun while gaining new perspectives on learning and developing the social skills and self-esteem needed to be successful.

At this “un-school” camp, instructors and aides use games, multi-sensory techniques – eyes, ears, touch, muscle movement -- and systematic instruction to improve basic reading and math skills. Science, theater arts, poetry, and computer mini-courses let children explore the world beyond the traditional classroom. One of the most popular activities is theater week where the campers script and act in a play. Every camper that participates receives a DVD of the production.

The 2009 edition of the camp will be the eighth year since its founding. The Camp has been extremely successful with parents and campers. Many previous campers are planning to return to Camp this year.

"Grant’s reading skills improved significantly in your 6-week camp. Your counselors are great,” say Rose and Mike Foti, parents of a 6-year old.

Expect the unexpected in this unique camp. It’s an exciting experience for campers with special learning needs. Campers gain new perspectives on learning while developing social skills, building self-esteem, and improving basic reading and math skills. Campers learn, have fun and exercise.

Another pleased parent says, “Kudos to the Academic Fun & Fitness Summer Camp for providing a constructive, tolerant environment that really helps kids with challenges. My son looked forward to a new experience each day.”

Now in its eighth year, the camp has been extremely successful and has grown each year to accommodate a few more campers. Many parents and campers in the 2008 camp expressed a desire to return to camp again this year.

The Academic Fun & Fitness Summer Camp is six weeks long, from June 15th through July 24th with both full-day and half-day sessions. Conveniently located at Lakeland Community College in Kirtland, camp fees include lunch, snacks, and activities. Before-camp and after-camp care is available. Call 440-914-0200 for more information.