At a time when Americans disagree deeply over the meaning of citizenship, belonging and education, summer camps remain places where visions of the nation are communicated to young people.
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The first Jewish summer camps were founded at the turn of the 20th century and have become cherished traditions. But many face tough questions about how to discuss Israel and antisemitism.
Knowing more about how a camp operates and trains its staff can bring about peace of mind for parents, two summer camp scholars say.
Renting locations, hotel rooms, offices and cast trailers can eat the lion’s share of a budget. We rented an off-season summer camp and won best feature film at the Chicago Comedy Film Festival 2020.
Summer camps – long the stuff of American lore – can teach kids important life lessons as they have some fun along the way. Two experts on summer camp offer insight into what those lessons are.
With summer in full swing and kids flocking to camps across Canada, how do you assess whether your child’s having a good experience? Some suggestions on how to evaluate what will work for your child.
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Professor and Chair, Department of Recreation and Leisure Studies, University of Waterloo
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Ph.D. Student and Graduate Research Assistant, University of Utah, University of Utah
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Assistant Professor, Department of Communication, Media and Film, University of Windsor
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Postdoctoral Research Associate, University of Utah
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Associate Professor of Jewish Education Research, Brandeis University
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Lecturer in Non Profit Leadership, Clemson University
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Professor of Youth Development Leadership, Clemson University
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Derek H. Alderman is a Friend of The Conversation.
Chancellor's Professor of Geography, University of Tennessee
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Visiting Honors Lecturer, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville