Chapter 10- Going Beyond the Classroom

Teachers should encourage students to participate in summer programs. Summer programs help students in many ways, socially and academically. Schools can help students find programs targeted at their interests. Summer programs help students develop both their interests and theirselves.

I love summer programs. Growing up, I attended summer camp every year from age 12 to 18. When I turned 18, I became a volunteer counselor for that same summer camp. I learned so much each summer, from knitting, to creative movement, to watercolors. The camp always offers a variety of activites every year. It was not only a great way to expand my interests and try new things, but it was also a great way to meet other people who shared my interests. Summer Camp was one of the greatest experiences of my life, and I constantly encourage younger people to join in the same types of experiences: it really is a great experience to have.