less, teaching younger kids how to read, or working on community projects like cleaning up a playground. They could even learn how to paint a house or provide yard care for an elderly person, gaining practical, real-world experience. It’s vital to continue to grow and enrich life by adding new friends. Some teens return to the same camps and reconnect with old friends, but many are attending for the first time. They need to hone their social skills to connect with peers outside of school. Being in close proximity for days or weeks helps kids get closer, faster, building strong new bonds. 3. Uncover a New Passion with Focused, Deep Learning 2. Forge Deep Friendships and Sharpen Social Skills Whether your teen attends a camp focused on horses, adventure, a specific sport, or any other subject, they have an extended period to fully immerse themselves in that one activity. This deep, focused learning is unlike the standard classroom education. Your teen might discover a new passion that
9 UNDENIABLE BENEFITS OF SUMMER CAMP FOR TEENS By Kerrie McLoughlin M aybe the thought hasn’t crossed your mind that your teen needs a dedi- cated break, beyond just working or hanging out. While those are fine, sending them to a summer camp for teens offers fun, learning, and growth. The benefits of sum- mer camp for teens are truly undeniable. Here are the nine key benefits of attending summer camp this year:
1. Master Real-World Skills Through Community Service
Community service camps offer a great chance for your teen to make a difference while learning valuable life skills. They get to spend their days helping others, which is inherently rewarding. Activities might include packing food for the home-
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