Summer Camp Breakout Group Descriptions
Each of our academic breakout groups are led by our trained staff for an hour each day. Breakout groups are designed to solidify current abilities and avoid regression. Each day is jam-packed with multi-sensory activities that support specific learning objectives. Check out the descriptions below to find the right breakout groups for your child.
Reading (completed grades K - 8th)
Our multisensory reading instruction is provided in groupings of no more than six other participants. Students learn to unlock the code of language from phonemic awareness, phonics, syllable division, to advanced language rules.
Written Expression (completed grades K - 8th)
Our multisensory written expression instruction uses activities that make the abstract concept of grammar concrete, instructors provide instruction to students in small groupings of no more than 6 to a group, with strategies to increase sentence complexity when writing and the application of the parts of speech to the construction and revision of written paragraphs.
Multisensory Math (completed grades K - 8th)
Instructors use the research-based concrete-representational-abstract approach to teach math concepts in a small group setting (no more than 4 like-skilled students). This approach guides students from foundational skills and numeracy to place value, operations, fractions and decimals (depending upon student needs). Students are taught strategies to help learn and retrieve math facts and structured procedures for computational accuracy are stressed.
LEGO/Fine Motor Group (completed grades K - 8th)
This class encourages everyone to learn while having fun! Fine motor skills, visual-motor, visual perceptual skills, creativity, problem solving, self regulation, and teamwork are just a few of the skills that “playing” with LEGOs will address in this OT-instructed class. All are welcome!
Taylor Swift/Fine Motor Group (completed grades K-8th)
Calling all Swifties!! Want to work on your fine motor skills with some Taylor Swift themed activities, games and crafts? Then this is the group for you! Students will work on activities such as making bracelets and designing and creating concert t-shirts all while improving fine motor, visual-perceptual skills, and creativity in this OT instructed class. All are welcome!
TRAVEL THE WORLD/Fine Motor Visual Spatial
All aboard the OT train!! During this OT-led class, students will explore different countries around the world with a specific focus on improving fine motor skills and visual-perceptual abilities. From decoding hieroglyphics to learning how to use chopsticks, students will have fun exploring different cultures. All activities will be adjusted to best suit the age appropriateness, skill levels, and interests of each group. All are welcome!
STEM (completed grades K - 8th)
Science, Technology, Engineering, Math: Calling all students who are: curious about machines, engineering, building, working with their hands, and willing to have fun with other students! This group engages students in experiments and hands-on projects that motivate innovation and build an environment where learning is fun and engaging and anyone can be successful.
Social Skills (completed grades K - 8th)
Social language skills training in a small group setting allows the students to practice new skills and try new conversational strategies with their peers, as opposed to just talking about these skills or practicing with an adult. Students will focus on conversational listening, non-verbal language cues, initiating and maintaining friendships, understanding other people’s perspectives, regulating emotions and developing problem solving skills.
Fine Arts (completed grades K - 8th)
Campers will participate in a variety of art activities including painting, drawing, sculpture, textiles and photography! An instructor will lead each group to ensure that each camper receives the individualized attention they need to feel supported and successful!
Performance Arts (completed grades K - 8th)
Fortune’s Performing Arts summer program is for all levels of performers taught by one of our Take Two directors here at Fortune. We teach the skills of theater on-stage while building community and confidence off-stage. The focus of this group is to help students become more aware of their bodies, both internally and externally, by letting them freely explore a small variety of performance arts activities.
Afternoon Camp (completed grades K - 8th)
After mornings filled with academic focused small groups, the afternoons will be filled with fun, active learning, and team building skills. Summer camp activities are designed to engage students of all ages and interests. The campers will participate in high energy outdoor activities, table top crafts and games, and higher order thinking and problem solving activities. Groups created based on age and interest level will encourage social interaction and friendship development.