Care for Kids :
By Brianna Carter
School ’ s out for summer . Frightening words , especially if you don ’ t have a plan for summer . Sure , vacations are a cornerstone , filled with excitement and adventure , but not many families can vacation all summer long . Camps can fill up in several weeks , and few encompass the entire break , leaving parents to figure out engaging and affordable options to keep their children safe . All while managing jobs and / or managing household obligations . What options are available for families ?
Camp .
Summer camps are a great way to build and maintain social interactions while honing leadership and interpersonal skills . From sports to the arts , camps abound . However , they can be costly and difficult to find at the last minute . Peruse our Camp Issue for ideas .
Serve as a camp counselor , mentor or tutor .
Instead of partaking in camps , high schoolers can mentor during the summer . This offers opportunities to develop and strengthen skills such as problem solving , project planning , conflict resolution and instructing teams and small groups . Camps are always in need of volunteers to assist and train for future sessions .
Offering tutoring services to younger children is another way to earn money while cultivating professional experience . Managing a calendar , planning lessons and practicing supportive and succinct communication are
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