Virtual Public Speaking, Social Skills, and U.S. Politics
Summer Camps for Kids & Teens (Ages 11–18)

Where curious kids become confident, informed, and empowered young citizens.

Get ready for a fast‑paced, eye‑opening week that brings American politics to life. At the Middle School U.S. Politics Camp, students dive into the real forces shaping our country today—through interactive lessons, hands‑on simulations, and lively discussions designed just for middle schoolers.

Throughout the week, campers explore how the U.S. political system actually works behind the scenes. They’ll uncover the roles of Congress, lobbying groups, PACs, elections, and major funders, gaining a realistic understanding of how decisions get made and why politics can feel so divided. Most importantly, they’ll learn how young people can use their voices to make a meaningful impact—at school, in their community, and eventually at the ballot box.

Students will practice respectful dialogue, empathy, and bridge‑building across different viewpoints, developing the skills needed to navigate today’s polarized world with confidence and maturity. The week wraps up with a deep‑dive case study on U.S. immigration, giving campers the chance to apply everything they’ve learned to a complex, real‑world issue.

By the end of the program, your child will walk away with a clearer understanding of American politics, stronger critical‑thinking skills, and the confidence to participate thoughtfully and responsibly in civic life.

Your child will: 

● Feel confident sharing informed opinions on local, national, and global issues
● Understand how the U.S. political system really works—not just what textbooks say
● Learn how to use their voice to take action and make a difference in their community
● Discover why their voice, their vote, and their choices matter in a polarized world
● Participate in daily debates and hands‑on political simulations, including:
  - You’re in Congress: Bill-Writing Challenge - where you draft legislation to solve a problem you feel passionate about
  - Creating your own election maps and predict outcomes
  - Create your own election campaign with slogans, a platform, and a funding plan
  - Debate & collaborate with peers who hold different perspectives

Dates:

June 29 - July 3 & July 27 - 31

Prerequisites:

None

A Week of Confidence, Connection, and Real‑World Social Skills

Middle school can feel like a whole new world — new friends, new pressures, new social dynamics, and even the challenge of navigating social media for the first time. The Middle School Social Skills Camp gives students the tools to navigate it all with confidence.

Throughout the week, campers build real‑world social skills through games, challenges, and hands‑on activities that make learning feel natural and fun. They’ll practice how to make new friends, find common interests, join conversations, and feel more comfortable in all kinds of social situations — all within a supportive community where everyone is encouraged to be themselves.

Campers also explore how to speak up, share ideas, and advocate for themselves and others, helping them develop a sense of empowerment that lasts long after camp ends. With creative activities, playful role‑plays, and plenty of opportunities to try out new skills, students discover their strengths, celebrate what makes them unique, and grow more confident every day.

By the end of the week, they’ll walk away with stronger social awareness, improved emotional intelligence, and practical tools to build positive, lasting friendships.

Your child will: 

● Make new friends and learn how to keep those friendships going long after camp
● Practice fun conversation‑starting games that make talking to new people feel easy
● Build connection skills through group challenges and interactive activities
● Learn how to manage emotions and show empathy when others need support
● Boost their self‑esteem by discovering and celebrating their unique strengths and reduce social anxiety
● Recognize emotions in others and learn playful strategies to calm conflicts
● Understand how body language, eye contact, gestures, and personal space impact communication

Dates:

June 15 - 19 & July 13 - 17

Prerequisites:

None

Master the art of expressing yourself with clarity and confidence.

Get ready for a week where your confidence grows, your voice shines, and every day brings a new adventure. At the Middle School Public Speaking Camp, students build real confidence through games, challenges, and hands‑on activities that make speaking in front of others feel fun, natural, and empowering.

Throughout the week, campers learn how to read a room, connect with an audience, and share their ideas with clarity and purpose. They’ll experiment with different speaking styles, practice storytelling, and explore how to adjust their message depending on who they’re talking to. With interactive lessons and supportive peer feedback, students discover how powerful their voices can be.

The program also introduces the building blocks of great speeches — researching ideas, organizing thoughts, crafting fair arguments, and participating in respectful debate. For a fun, confidence-boosting highlight, campers will create and deliver a campaign speech for a leadership role they’d love to have at their school — whether that’s class president, club leader, team captain, or a role they invent themselves.

And because communication skills matter far beyond the classroom, students will also practice interviewing for their dream future job. Whether they imagine becoming a doctor, game designer, engineer, artist, or entrepreneur, they’ll learn how to introduce themselves, answer questions thoughtfully, and speak about their strengths with confidence.

By the end of the week, students walk away with stronger communication skills, a boost in self‑confidence, and the tools to express themselves authentically and persuasively in any setting.

Your child will: 

● Learn how to speak persuasively through fun, low‑pressure activities
● Turn monologues into conversations and arguments into thoughtful dialogues
● Build confidence in their voice and discover their unique speaking style
● Share their authentic feelings without fear of judgment
● Practice moderating discussions and debates so every voice is heard
● Improve their social awareness and learn how to “read the room”
● Create and deliver a leadership campaign speech for a role they’d love to hold at school
● Practice interviewing for their dream job, building early career‑readiness skills in a playful, age‑appropriate way

Dates:

June 22 - 26, July 6 - 10, & July 20 - 24

Prerequisites:

None

Where interested teens become informed, confident, and empowered civic leaders.

Get ready for a fast‑paced, immersive week that pulls back the curtain on how American politics really works. At the High School U.S. Politics Camp, students dive into the forces shaping today’s political landscape through dynamic lessons, real‑world simulations, and debates that challenge them to think critically and speak with confidence.

Throughout the week, campers explore the inner workings of the U.S. political system at a deeper level. They’ll examine the roles of Congress, lobbying groups, PACs, elections, and major funders — gaining a realistic understanding of how policy is shaped, who influences it, and why political polarization has intensified. Most importantly, they’ll learn how young people can use their voices to create meaningful change in their schools, communities, and future careers.

Students will practice respectful dialogue, empathy, and bridge‑building across differing viewpoints, developing the communication and leadership skills needed to navigate today’s divided political climate with maturity. The week concludes with a deep‑dive case study on U.S. immigration, giving students the chance to apply their knowledge to a complex, timely issue that demands nuance and critical thinking.

By the end of the program, students walk away with a stronger grasp of American politics, sharper analytical skills, and the confidence to participate thoughtfully and responsibly in civic life — now and in the future.

Your child will: 

● Feel confident sharing informed opinions on local, national, and global issues
● Understand how the U.S. political system truly operates beyond what’s taught in school
● Learn how to use their voice to take action and influence change in their community
● Recognize why their voice, their vote, and their choices matter in a polarized world
● Engage in daily debates and hands‑on political simulations, including:
  - You’re in Congress: Bill‑Writing Challenge — draft legislation to solve an issue they care about
  - Election Map Strategy Lab — analyze data and predict electoral outcomes
  - Campaign Creation Workshop — build a campaign with messaging, a platform, and a funding plan
  - Cross‑Perspective Collaboration — debate and work alongside peers with diverse viewpoints

Dates:

June 29 - July 3 & July 27 - 31

Prerequisites:

None

A Week of Confidence, Connection, and Real‑World Social Skills

High school brings exciting opportunities — new friendships, tougher classes, leadership roles, part‑time jobs, and the growing independence that comes with preparing for college and life beyond. It can also bring new social pressures, more complex relationships, and the challenge of navigating both in‑person and online communication. The High School Social Skills Camp gives teens the tools to handle it all with confidence.

Throughout the week, campers build advanced social and communication skills through interactive activities, team challenges, and real‑life practice designed specifically for high schoolers. They’ll learn how to start conversations naturally, build meaningful friendships, collaborate effectively, and feel more at ease in a wide range of social settings — from classrooms to clubs to college interviews.

Students also explore how to express themselves clearly, advocate for their needs, and navigate disagreements with maturity and empathy. With engaging role‑plays, reflective discussions, and plenty of opportunities to try out new skills, teens discover their strengths, develop their personal voice, and grow more confident every day.

By the end of the week, they’ll walk away with stronger emotional intelligence, improved social awareness, and practical tools they can use immediately to build positive relationships, succeed in leadership roles, and thrive in high school and beyond.

Your child will: 

● Harness the tools to help them make lasting friendships both during and after camp
● Learn how to initiate a conversation with someone new
● Learn to actively listen to others during discussions and build connections
● Develop emotion management skills to help them regulate themselves and show empathy for others
● Build their sense of self-esteem and identify the strengths that make them special!
● Learn how to recognize emotions in others and de-escalate conflicts
● Practice interviewing for a job or running for a leadership position at school

Dates:

June 15 - 19 & July 13 - 17

Prerequisites:

None

Master the art of expressing yourself with clarity, confidence, and impact.

Step into a week designed to challenge you, inspire you, and elevate your voice. At the High School Public Speaking Camp, students strengthen their communication skills through dynamic activities, real‑world simulations, and supportive coaching that make speaking in front of others feel empowering, engaging, and genuinely fun.

Throughout the week, participants learn how to read an audience, adapt their message, and communicate with purpose in a variety of settings — from classroom presentations to leadership roles to future college or job interviews. They’ll experiment with persuasive speaking, storytelling, impromptu challenges, and structured debate, discovering how to express their ideas with authenticity and authority.

Students also dive into the foundations of powerful speeches: researching effectively, organizing ideas with intention, crafting compelling arguments, and engaging in respectful, productive dialogue. As a confidence‑building highlight, each student will create and deliver a campaign speech for a leadership role they’d love to pursue — whether that’s student government, a club position, or a leadership opportunity they envision for themselves.

Because communication skills are essential far beyond high school, campers will also practice interviewing for their dream future job or college program. They’ll learn how to introduce themselves professionally, answer challenging questions, and speak about their strengths with clarity and confidence — skills that will serve them for years to come.

By the end of the week, students walk away with advanced communication tools, stronger self‑confidence, and the ability to express themselves thoughtfully and persuasively in any environment.

Your child will: 

● Learn to speak persuasively through engaging, real‑world activities
● Turn monologues into conversations and debates into meaningful dialogue
● Build confidence in their voice and refine their personal speaking style
● Share their ideas authentically without fear of judgment
● Practice moderating discussions and debates to ensure every voice is heard
● Strengthen their social awareness and learn how to “read the room”
● Create and deliver a leadership campaign speech for a role they want to pursue
● Practice interviewing for their dream job or college program, building early career‑readiness skills in a supportive environment

Dates:

June 22 - 26, July 6 - 10, & July 20 - 24

Prerequisites:

None