Academic Summer Camp

Parents often wish that the kids didn't get bored during summer vacation. There is salvation! Academic Summer Camps are terrific for both younger children and teenagers. They help kids to socialize, they keep them entertained and they offer a wide range of subjects. It's not all work and there are other activities on offer when students want a break from study. The best of these camps supply first class instructors in a safe, fun environment with quality equipment. Some are organized by Universities, some by Prep Schools and some are privately run.

Computer skills are one of the most popular choices for Academic Summer Camps. Stanford University and UC Berkeley run Computer Camps for children from Elementary, Middle and High School. Small classes cater for different skill levels and each student is given a PC. Instruction is hands on and includes Java Programming, Web Design and Power Point presentation. There are also classes in business and marketing.

The Sally Ride Science Camps for Girls at Caltech and MIT (Massachusetts Institute of Technology) offer 5 days of intensive study for girls entering Grades 4 through 9. Students can choose from a list of science majors, including Astronomy, Marine Science, and Engineering. There are workshops, experiment sessions and projects to construct robots, rockets and marine habitats. This Academic Summer Camp also provides recreational activities.

Endicott College in Massachusetts is the place for Prep Camp Excel courses for 9th and 10th Grade students. The 8-day camp is ideal preparation for life in college. There are three major programs, Essay Writing, PSAT Prep and Test Taking Training, and Study Skills. One to one instruction helps students with their math, vocabulary and grammar skills. They take two full PSAT examinations and are given guidance on taking notes and managing their time efficiently. The summer camp for academia also encourages relaxing excursions too.

Delphi in Oregon is the location for a camp that combines academic study and sports and recreation. It is the best of all worlds for children aged between 8 and 18. The summer camp has a choice of 4, 5, or 6-week camps. Subjects for study include Math, English, Science, and Computer Technology. There are more than 250 classes, including Photography, Art, Music, Drama, Nutrition or Creative Writing. The 700-acre campus is a welcoming environment for horseback riding, tennis and archery. Students also enjoy trips to the beach, going for hikes, and camping.

Whether students favor Chess Camps, Science Camps, or Computer Camps or they want to focus on SAT preparation, they will have a productive summer and make new friends. Many courses teach them how to relate to their environment. These Academic Summer Camps may help them to decide on which college major to take or which career path to choose. They will also encourage independence and self-reliance, qualities they will need in the future.