The Youth Civics Summit
Date:
- Bridge Session: Sunday, June 29 to Saturday, July 5, 2025
Middle School The Youth Civics Summit
Program Overview:
The Youth Civics Summit is an immersive, one-week summer camp designed to empower young individuals to develop leadership skills, build confidence, and foster a strong sense of civic responsibility. The Program offers hands-on experiences in government, public speaking, and team-building exercises. Participants will engage in workshops, debates, and leadership simulations that focus on the fundamentals of governance, policy-making, and active citizenship.
Leveraging the rich resources of Washington, D.C., and Virginia’s state capital of Richmond, students will have the opportunity to visit key government institutions, meet with local and state officials, and experience the legislative process firsthand. Through interactive activities, they will learn the power of collaboration, critical thinking, and advocacy. The program is designed to inspire participants to become active leaders in their communities, equipping them with the tools to create positive change while building meaningful connections and friendships with their peers.
Foundations for Success Boot Camp:
Math & Writing Excellence
Dates:
- Session II: Sunday, July 6 – Friday, July 18, 2025
Middle School Foundation for Success Boot Camp: Math & Writing Excellence
Program Overview:
Students will sharpen, remediate, and accelerate their foundational skills through Math or Writing Boot Camp Course. In addition to the boot camp, students will choose either a Robotics, Study Skills, or Leadership enrichment track. In the afternoon, all students will come together for all students to come together for engaging, fun, and physically active camp experiences. These activities take full advantage of the Shenandoah Valley’s scenic beauty and local resources. Students will graduate either track with a certificate of academic achievement in each course!
Morning Tracks (Academic Advancement)
Students will choose one of the following morning courses based on their academic goals:
1. Advancement Courses
Geared toward students looking to excel and prepare for future challenges:
- Math Boot Camp: An intensive course to help students strengthen their math skills for the upcoming school year.
- Writing Boot Camp: Focus on honing writing techniques, grammar, and composition for academic success.
2. Enrichment Tracks
These courses provide opportunities for students to explore new areas of interest:
- Courses Offered:
- Leadership: Cultivate leadership skills through hands-on projects, team activities, and personal growth workshops.
- Robotics: Dive into robotics programming, design, and competition preparation.
- Study Skills: Develop essential organizational, study, and executive functioning skills to prepare you for the transition to middle or high school.
Afternoon Activities
Field Trips
- Starbase Winchester
- Shenandoah Valley Museum and National Park
- Frontier Culture Museum
Local Camp Activities:
- Archery
- Swimming
- Hiking
- Team Building Games
Daily Schedule:
- Traditions/Morning Meeting
- Boot Camp: 9:00 – 10:30am
- Enrichment: 10:45 – 11:55am
- Lunch/Recess: 12:00 – 1:00pm
- Afternoon Activities/Field Trips: 1:00 – 4:00pm