It's about that time to start thinking about Summer Camp again. I can't believe I'm saying this as I sit typing at my dining room table and looking out at the blizzard that has taken over our town!
This Summer 2016 Amrita and I will again co-teach two weeks of camp. Last year we experimented with the idea of an adventure camp and it was wildly successful. This year we will host an adventure camp for two consecutive (but separate) weeks in which we will daily adventure out into our local world via foot, bus, or Metro. Last year I noted just how much confidence it gave the children to move about the area with a sense of independence and, eventually, expertise. I was reminded of how important it is to raise citizens of this world and that is exactly the opportunity that all of our families afforded them during this camp. Our adventures ranged from visits to an animal shelter, firehouse (with fresh baked goods,) a private tour at the Botanic Gardens, an awesome trip to a playground in upper NW DC, the post office, museums, and more. We packed our snacks and lunches along with us and picnicked where we felt the most inspired. Suffice it to say that we were exhausted at the end of each day and parents reported "earliest bedtimes ever!"
Well, we can't wait to do it again, this year adding a journaling component for reflection while we are out, as well as an additional hour and fifteen minutes to our day. Here are the details:
Week One: August 8-12
8:45-3:00
Weel Two: August 15-19
8:45-3:00
Camp cost is $395 a week plus a SmartTrip card for transportation. Children ages 5-12 may attend. Siblings receive a 10% discount as do families signing up for more than one week. A 50% deposit is due by May 1, 2016 and the balance will be due on the Monday that your child attends camp. You may write a check payable to Christy Przystawik and mail it (I can send you my address) or you may send it via PayPal to coachchristymarie(AT)gmail(DOT)com.
This camp requires a great deal of walking so please keep that in mind for your child. We drink lots of water and take breaks but we do not use cars to get around. A detailed list of what your child should bring will be provided closer to camp. We will also be out regardless of the weather.
We are not likely to repeat any of last years venues and more details about our schedule will be forthcoming as exhibits and theater schedules are revealed. I will say that Amrita is crafting a geo-caching day that will be awesome! As always, there will be a private Facebook group created for families to follow us throughout each day. In addition, if you feel you have a venue that we should visit (perhaps a conference room at your office) then please let us know. Each opportunity we provide will deepen your child's experience in this world-it all has significance! Please note that this camp is unlike any other. We are deeply invested in your child's time with us and we do not hire other "helpers" to watch them. We have many years of experience in working with children in many learning formats and we enjoy getting to know your children for the individuals that they are. Many leave our camp newly inspired and connected to the world in a way they never expected. Space is limited.
Please feel free to email me at the address above with any questions. We look forward to spending time with you this Summer!
Christy and Amrita
