for rising 2nd and 3rd graders

Writing Adventures is a small group writing camp for students entering the 2nd and 3rd grade. The camp focus is on oral and written language skills. Students learn a systematic and organized approach for basic sentence structure, paragraph construction, and expansion. A variety of devices for self-editing are introduced, such as spell checker, rubrics, and Quick Word Handbook for Everyday Writers. Skill areas are addressed through a variety of projects and fun activities. Camper/staff ratio is 6:1.

Camp Dates for 2023

June 5 – June 16

Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Cost: $1,312
Financial aid is available for qualifying students

REGISTRATION

Registration for  Writing Adventures is open until spaces are filled. Many sessions fill early and a wait list is maintained for sessions that fill to capacity. In the event your child cannot attend camp, tuition may be refunded if your child’s place can be filled. However, no refunds are given after May 1, 2023.

Registration for Speech School Students begins on January 23. To register for camp, complete and send the Camp Application Form along with a 50% deposit to school. A 50% deposit is required at time of application with remaining payment due in full by May 1, 2023. The deposit is non-transferable and non-refundable.

Registration for Students who do not attend the Speech School: For all students who are not currently enrolled at the Speech School and are applying to Writing Adventures Camp, a review of the student’s learning profile is necessary to determine if the summer program will meet the needs of each student. Open registration for students who do not attend the Speech School begins on February 21. The following information will be reviewed for possible placement:

  • Completed Camp Application Form
  • Teacher Questionnaire Form
  • Any additional testing completed by a Speech Language Pathologist, School Psychologist, or Learning Specialist

Refund Policy

In the event your child cannot attend camp, tuition may be refunded if your child’s place can be filled. However, no refunds are given after May 1, 2023.

Please contact Lola Stringer, Director for Summer Programs, at 404-233-5332, ext. 3131, for application materials and to discuss camp programs and services available for your child.