American Camp Association

☀️ The #SummerForAllAct introduced by @ChrisMurphyCT will make summer learning more accessible to all families by establishing $4 billion in grant programs to help community-based organizations and states expand access to summer learning programming. Learn more about the act: https://bit.ly/3WC901Y

This study of 2023 national and state camp trends uncovers the camp industry’s significant economic impacts across the United States. This report is free to ACA individual members. https://bit.ly/3y1UjvI

ACA is accepting proposals from high-quality presenters for innovative, timely, and dynamic educational sessions to be presented at the ACA National Conference, February 18–21, 2025, in Dallas, Texas. Proposals will be accepted until September 16. https://bit.ly/3WBiXfW

Redwoods is hosting a webinar that will cover insights and observations gathered from recent aquatic events, what you can implement now, how leadership can be engaged in aquatic safety to ensure consistency at all locations where swimming is occurring, and key areas of risk to watch for in the remainder of the summer. https://bit.ly/4daMSRF

Don't miss your chance to present at the 2024 Staffing Summit happening October 28–30. The planning committee is accepting session proposals through September 6. Sessions are 45 minutes in length and presented virtually. https://bit.ly/3Y9uLar

Recently, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) was simplified and streamlined, but because of technical difficulties upon launch (which have been resolved), fewer students have filled out the form this year, which could result in less access to aid. Please share these FAFSA resources with your college-aged staff. https://bit.ly/3W94Uwz

This #SummerLearningWeek, let's support children in exploring new interests and skills. DiscoverSummer.org provides excellent resources to foster continuous learning. Click the link in our bio to learn more. #SummerLearning #NSLA @smartersummers

This Camping Magazine article covers responsible use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) and practical AI applications at camp. https://bit.ly/3zLaU7k

We're excited to celebrate National #SummerLearningWeek this July 15-19, 2024! What do you have planned? https://bit.ly/3Lq8nlG #DiscoverSummer

Today is Camp Kindness Day, a day that showcases the commitment of the camp community to foster the core values of kindness, compassion, generosity, and care. Learn how you can participate in #CampKindnessDay. https://bit.ly/4cIbxgv