TYPES OF SUMMER PROGRAMS
There’s a wide range of summer programs out there aimed at
enriching students, and these opportunities may be as close as a classroom
down the street or all the way overseas.
CLASSES
There are programs specifically designed
to help students explore various academic
interests like Science Technology Engineering
and Mathematics (STEM), medicine or public
safety. These programs let students learn
more about their interests and gain hands-on
experience in these subject areas.
LEADERSHIP COURSES
University
Programs
Some universities allow students to live
in the dorms while participating in the
wide range of programs they offer. Some
university programs even allow teens to
earn high school and college course credit.
THEME BASED
Study Abroad
Studying abroad can help students
appreciate what has been afforded to us
as citizens of the United States as well as
broaden their global perspective.
COMMUNITY SERVICE
Volunteering with a local organization allows
students to make an impact within their
community by giving back. Participants can
gain self-confidence (by seeing that they are
needed), empathy and a deeper understanding
of what really matters in life.
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Many summer programs are built around
themes such as sports, faith, outdoor
adventures and the arts. Typically, these
programs can be found through organizations
that are focused on these specific interests like
churches, museums, etc.
INTERNSHIPS
Students who are exploring a career interest or
looking to gain work experience can apply for
an internship at companies or organizations
that fit the category they want to learn about.
MISSION TRIPS
Churches often offer opportunities for
members to team up and evangelize inside
or outside of the country. Participating in a
summer program like this allows students to
increase their knowledge of other’s beliefs and
worldviews while also doing some good!
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Many summer programs provide students
with the ability to develop leadership qualities.
However, there are some programs that are
specifically built around strengthening this
skill-set and pushing their participants to
challenge themselves.
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PROGRAMS.
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VOYAGE
Over 50 percent
of Potential
parents surveyed
plan for their
college student to
study abroad.