Camp Connection

Here are the most recent blog posts for staff, professionals, and the public. 

 

Get Rid of the Learning Problem Once and for All
August 13, 2012

Articles are once again popping up about adding school days to the academic year. No one argues that year-round learning is not only developmentally and academically sound, but also pertinent to the issues of safety and wellbeing for many... Read More

What Everybody Ought to Know about Our Kids
August 7, 2012

The Children’s Defense Fund has just released The State of America’s Children® 2012 Handbook. Consider a few of the facts shared:
What Everybody Should Know about Risk Management
July 23, 2012

We all know we don’t operate at our best all the time. So what do we need to understand in order to manage that risk, especially at this time of year in the summer camp season? 

Remember where our counselors are developmentally.
My Wish for Me and You
July 9, 2012

We hear so much about 21st century competencies such as creativity, collaboration, and communication. I have my own 21st century list of desired “Cs”. Here is my wish list:
How to Make a Point
July 2, 2012

I have never liked lengthy documents — especially when it is clear something can be said using fewer words. I have always been particularly fond of bullets and even more enamored if it can be done in three, or fewer, bullets! Personally, I have... Read More

The Secret to Great Service
June 26, 2012

A couple months ago, I spoke with Susie Lupert, the new executive director of ACA, New York and New Jersey, about the importance of customer service. Although customer service may be seen as traditional business nomenclature, the concept is just... Read More

Children Belong Outdoors
June 4, 2012

As a parent, I fear we have forgotten that for generations, children grew up outside. We rode our bikes around the neighborhood and splashed around in creeks. We ran barefoot in the grass and climbed trees. Childhood was characterized by... Read More

Promoting Self Control
April 9, 2012

Have any of you read Mind in the Making by Ellen Galinsky? This is another fascinating read.

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