How do you find upbeat graduation songs? It’s the time of year when closing ceremonies are happening: graduation, flying up, end of year, and last day of camp. I like to end camp with a demonstration for the campers’ friends and family. A closing ceremony shows the work the children have done and the products…
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Camp planning series – parents, educators, volunteers
I’m sharing my experience with this camp planning series. I’ve directed summer camps for STEM academic experiences for middle and high school students. These camp planning posts have useful tips whether you have your grandchildren for a week, or the neighborhood parents are sharing summer activity duty, or you are running a STEM summer academic…
9 tips for camp counselors and volunteers
Running a summer camp? Get your free printables! Like many educators, I spent many summers running summer activities for children. These tips for camp counselors and volunteers might be helpful as you consider training your paid staff and volunteers. If you are in charge of children not your own, be aware of a constantly changing…