Kids’ Toolbox for Success Summer Camp offers full day summer programs for students ranging in age from 9-18 years. Speaking, listening and social skills are essential to successful educational, vocational and social outcomes for people of all ages. Children, teens and young adults between the ages of 5 and 18 can benefit from structure and practical opportunities that facilitate ease in using the tools for improved interpersonal relationships, classroom performance and leadership skills. This day camp serves as an academic and/or social bridge for students on summer break. We have put together a program that is less structured than the one or two week intensive sessions. The programs are designed to provide interactive experiences for improved quality of life and dignity for children, youth and adults who experience challenges in communication and/or social skills and seem to demonstrate difficulty navigating effectively in the day to day experiences.
Training will focus on strengthening communication skills regarding relationships, written expression and speech delivery in realistic situations of different levels of communication skills. While students of various age ranges will participate, the experiences are designed to not only open their eyes to their responsibilities in every communication opportunity as one that can lead to success or failure, but to facilitate best practices that consider their future plans and the skills needed to accomplish their personal goals. Students will enjoy fun and interactive exercises in communication and academic enhancement that encourage learning, independence and creativity.
Students will be thrust in simulated social, educational or business situations where they will use communication skills expected in different situations, i.e. students,
educators, corporate executives, professional athletes, college students, physicians, therapists, small business owners, and entertainers. They will learn how to critique different professional types and give their personal commentary on each. In order to accomplish this task, students will opt to participate in several programs that address their personal goals. Following an initial consultation and a needs assessment, students will participate in either one-week or two-week communication programs with twice a month week-end refresher program options. Five programs are available depending on the students’ goals and time commitment available.
Intensive Programs allow for learning of concepts and/or skills through instruction and structured practice of a specific topic, usually in 90 minute sessions. Students have the option of choosing up to five (5) intensive programs to have a part-day or full-day experience. When one of the intensive programs is chosen, the goal is to achieve focused attention in a specific area, such as articulation, pragmatics or language. These two-week programs are conducted by appropriately trained and certificated instructors and/or speech pathologists. Fees: $850.00/two weeks Group Size: 3-5
Speech & Language Camp provides a combined program in articulation and language practiced drills and interactive opportunities. This two week program meets daily for 90 minutes. Social Communication Camp will focus on helping adolescents to develop social interaction skills in the home, school and community. Special attention will be paid to adolescents who have social communication challenges such as lack of close friends, difficulty with communication rules, shy or passive communication or those who misunderstand or misinterpret nonverbal language expression. Small group sessions will teach youth how to handle conflict, express feelings and ideas, maintain conversational interactions and negotiate in groups. This two week program meets daily for 90 minutes.
Intensive Articulation Camp provides fun experiences for learning and using various speech sounds during individual and group sessions. This two week program meets daily for 90 minutes.
Language Camp is an intensive program for children with language impairments. The program is designed for children with normal cognitive functioning. The fun, interactive activities are for children who have difficulties with grammar, verbal expression, written expression, vocabulary, word finding, story telling, following directions, comprehension of written and spoken information, as well as difficulties with social interaction, conversational skills, and/or appropriate social behavior. This two week program meets daily for 90 minutes.
Applicants for any of the above programs are to include the following with the application:
• A current speech pathology report, not more than 1 year old ( if applicable)
• School counselor or educational psychologist report within 2 years ( if applicable)
Etiquette Skills
is a fun-filled program that provides a relaxed learning environment in
separate classes for boys and girls.
Topics will include proper introductions, proper handshakes, telephone
manners, dining manner, listening skills, posture, walking, fashion sense and
image. This course is designed to
enhance confidence, leadership skills, self-control and self-discipline through
interactive and role-playing activities.
At the end of the training session, a culminating formal dinner and
dance will bring the boys and girls together to demonstrate how gentlemen and
ladies behave in a public setting.
Parents are invited to the event as a sign of support and encouragement. Age:
5-7; 8-11; 12+
Fees: $225.00 (Min. 12 students per group)
Tutoring Programs ($45/hr)
Tutoring will be available for group or individual sessions. All tutors will be certified in reading, math and/or English. Students gain academic experiences through
computer-based training. SkillsTutor will
quickly increase academic achievement for students in grades K through Adult. This
prescriptive program is delivered on-line, designed for students ranging in age
from 5 years to adults, provides pre-tests, post-tests and training in
identified weak areas based on their grade level. All subjects are covered including spelling, math,
reading, social studies and health sciences.
Feedback received during the training mode allows students to make
changes and learn from their mistakes.
Applications are accepted throughout the school year. Please reserve your space early.
