Camp Readiness Mentoring Session, Summer 2008
Overview
Hope’s summer camp readiness program is multi-faceted – not only do kids ages 8-14 go to overnight camp for one week – they prepare for camp by building their confidence and skills by participating in a series of camp readiness workshops. In 2009, Hope youth reflect how they thought the Camp Readiness mentoring helped them at camp:
“I learned how to make friends and be a friend.”
“I leaned what to do if someone bullies you.”
“I learned how to talk with others.”
Hope’s approach to working with youth going to camp offers a meaningful opportunity to engage parents and their children at a deeper level. Family, parents and their children participate in a morning of registration and orientation. On the morning of departure, parents cook and host a send-off hot breakfast. The experience gives children, youth and families the opportunity to gather, share stories and honor the accomplishments of the youth.
Camp Readiness Mentorship Topics
- Navigating issues of race
- How to handle conflicts
- How to participate fully
- How to start and strengthen relationships
- How to build trust
We are thankful to the Pohlad Family Charities for providing camp scholarships
Accepting Applications for 2010 Summer Camp Readiness Program: For information please Contact Dhop, Organizer/Family Outreach Coordinator at dhop@hope-community.org or call (612) 435-1673.
