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Stop Summer Learning Loss At Camp
In today's society, learning loss is a major concern among educators and parents alike. Students often experience a loss of academic knowledge and skills over the summer months, which can put them at a disadvantage when they return to school…
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Is Technology All Bad for Children?
As the owner of Swift Nature Camp for over 25 year we have seen many changes in why parents send thier children to Overnight Summer Camp. Prior to cell phones and tablets parents were excited that children would be able…
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Parent News - Camp Corner
What are the effects of the internet on your child? Yes, summer camp can help.
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Why Camp Creates A Child's "Happy Place"
My “Happy Place” is often the response campers give when we ask them to describe their time at Swift Nature Camp. As the Director, part of my job is to stand back and observe. What I see from Campers &…
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Skills Kids Need
Parents today are all asking the same question: What will it take for my child to succeed in todays world? Despite all the technology we live in, I was suprised to see that Americans still realize the need for the…
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Homesickness isn't really about 'home'
By Derrick Ho, Special to CNN August 16, 2010 8:06 a.m. EDT Experts advise parents against picking up their children from college if they complain about homesickness. STORY HIGHLIGHTS Homesickness is a distinct adjustment disorder with identifiable symptoms Expert: Homesickness…
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7 Ways Summer Camp Helps With Self-Realization
Self Realization is a part of growing up. It's the "fulfillment by oneself of the possibilities of one's character or personality. As parents we all strive to help our children to be the most be their best. This is not…
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The Battle Between Success and Compassion
As parents we always want to try raise the best kids and often I wonder cano I raise a child that is successful and caring? The research seems to show they parents need to start by looking at the mixed…
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