“Learning is experience. Everything else is just information.”
— Albert Einstein
A Summer Learning Program for Teens
Designed to engaged teens with experiential learning opportunities in subjects they like, and careers they are interested.
A Journey of Adventure and Learning
Our week-long excursions take students to the frontline of history, to experiment with new technology, to explore their curiosity, to engage with professionals on possible career paths, and experience adventure.
Summer 2024 Pilot Programs
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English Language Arts - Creative Writing
On this week-long excursion, students will dive into the world of writing.
Students will explore different mediums, from creative fiction writing to journalism to poems to songwriting.
Students will work directly with professional authors, poets,, and a hall of fame songwriter, as they experience the creative process of writing.
Students will delve into the history of America’s greatest writers, from Shal Silverstein to Mark Twain. As well as touring one of the nations best writing programs at Northwestern University.
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History - The Civil Rights Movement
Take a journey back in time and walk with Dr. King in Birmingham, as he marched for Civil Rights.
Experience life in the south, from an antebellum slave plantation to Jim Crow segregation to Emmett Till and the Civil Rights fight for freedom, equality and justice.
Explore where history took place from sit-ins to freedom rides. Feel the tragedy, sacrifice, and the resolve that made Dr. King’s dream a reality.
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Science - Engineering
Engineering and artificial intelligence are the future, and this week long excursion is designed for students interested in being part of it!
Partnering with Ohio State University, students will explore the engineering lab and see firsthand the technological revolution in mechanical and computer engineering, as well as artificial intelligence.
Students will see how automation, and mechanical engineering, are changing production at Ford Motor Companies F-150 production line. Learn how design has been shaped by innovation from the Model T to the Wright Flyer at Ford’s design museum.
Students will experience robotics at the Universal Robotics Lab, where they will get to see what it’s like to be an engineer on the frontlines of innovation.
Pilot Program
Programs: Three
Topics: History, Creative Writing, and Engineering
Length: 5-6 days
Maximum Capacity: 10 students
Age Range: 12 -17 (7th - 12th)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cost?
The cost of this program is one flat tuition fee. Each program is different and unique, so too are the tuition costs. Please click on the “Learn More” tab under the program you are interested to find the cost and registration.
What is deposit?
Families can choose to pay for their program in 2, or 3 payments. The initial deposit is due at registration. If you choose 3 payments, a “middle payment” on May1st, and the final payment on June 1st.
How does food work?
Students will have three meals per day and an allowance per meal to give whatever they want to eat. We highly suggest parents provide a debit/credit card for their kids to use to get snacks. Many banks provide these services, like Greenlight.
How does sleeping and bed check work?
Students will have 2-3 roommates. We have both a male, and female, staff member on each trip. Each night our team will do a bed check at 11pm. . At this point campers cannot leave their rooms. A portable door alarm is placed on their hotel door which rings an alarm in our team members room.
Do they do anything else on these trips?
Yes! Our programs are designed for learning, but these experiences are also opportunities for campers to make memories. We build time in the schedule for campers to explore the areas we are visiting. The group will get to choose different options and make memories.
How do I register?
Scroll up and click on “learn more” under the program you are interested. Scroll to the bottom and click Register Now.
Or use this link here, Register Now.