Camp
Aspire Program
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The Aspire Program is for children and teens with developmental disabilities including, but not limited to, Autism Spectrum disorders, Asperger’s, ADHD, learning disabilities and language delays. The goal is to create a fun, nurturing and supportive environment by including children with disabilities in all day camp activities when possible. Campers are guided by specialized counselors who receive intensive training and supervision by certified special education teachers, speech language pathologists and behavior specialists. The Aspire Program is part of The K.I.S.S. Center (Kids In Special Services) which provides a comprehensive range of programs for toddlers through adulthood, allowing each person to be happy and reach their fullest potential.
• Preschool Options
This inclusion program is an in-building program designed for children in mainstream or inclusion classes. Classes are held in our air conditioned classrooms and gymnasium. Daily swim instruction in our indoor heated pool and outdoor water areas provide varied playground experience. Special events will be planned. Nutritious Kosher lunch and snack included. Pre-camp interview required. Camper to counselor ratio 1:2. Transportation and before and aftercare available on a limited basis.
• School Age Options for grades K-8
At the Henry Kaufman Campgrounds (located in Wheatley Heights)
The Full Inclusion Track is for campers who are in mainstream or inclusion classes during the school year. Children enrolled in the Full Inclusion Track will be fully included with their peers and will enjoy all that day camp has to offer, including arts and crafts, swim, sports, music, photography and the opportunity to travel! The counselor to camper ratio for this track is 1:3. Campers in grades 5-8 may have the opportunity for overnight trips as well. Camper to counselor ratio 1:3. Transportation and before and aftercare available on a limited basis.*
• High School/CIT
The Counselor in Training (CIT) camp is for camper that would benefit from support with social skills and job coaching. This gives campers an opportunity to learn leadership skills in the context of a camp environment. This program mirrors our traditional counselor-in-training programs and adds direct social skills support and activities designed to meet the CITs individual goals. *
*Additional trip fees apply
