Youth Services

Camps and seasonal programming

NAYA Youth Services offers many seasonal programs and camps focused on academic and cultural enrichment. Seasonal camps include a a high school summer institute, a middle school and upper primary grade summer camp, a 3-day winter camp, and spring break camp focusing on math, science, and cultural knowledge. All activities are hands-on and field trip based. These programs are free to qualifying students.

Summer Ascend

June 20- August 12, 2011

Continuing on a path of learning and discovery provides the greatest level of hope for you to aceive and succeed in life, be a leader in your community and provide for your family.

Summer Ascend is a free program for 10th-12th grade students who have struggled with school attendance and passing core classes.

Classes will run Monday through Thursday from 9am-2:30pm for 8 weeks.

Summer Ascend Application deadline extended to May 25th! Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Applications are available for download by clicking the above link, or you may pick one up at the NAYA Family Center.
 

Summer Camp

July 11- August 12, 2011

For students entering 4th - 8th grade in the Fall of 2011
Students will improve their communication, leadership, reading and math skills and go on fun field trips every week. Students will participate in service-learning projects, cultural arts classes and recreation and sports activities. Breakfast and lunch is provided every day.

Rising 6th grade students will gain skills that will prepare them to transition into the 6th grade.

For more details, click here.

Applications due by June 3rd. Space is limited! Applications can be sent by email to Daniel Rowell at danielr(at)nayapdx(dot)org or delivered in person.

9th Grade Leaders
For students entering 9th grade in the Fall of 2011

Students will improve leadership and literacy skills, visit colleges and businesses, go on fun field trips and work on a short film project during the summer. Students may be eligible to receive high school credit. Camp is free. Breakfast and lunch is provided everyday.

For more details, click here.

Applications due by June 3rd. Space is limited! Applications can be sent by email to Maggie O'Keefe at maggieo(at)nayapdx(dot)org or delivered in person.

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