Ready to grow,
lead, and inspire
young campers?
Register for Junior Leaders Academy! (Grades 6-8)
Volunteer as a Counselor in Training! (Grades 9-12)
Leadership, Initiative, Confidence, and Team Work
Build Friendships, Confidence, and Skills, Grow as a Leader, and Celebrate your Uniqueness!
Learn how to lead, solve problems, and work in a team—skills that will help you in school, sports, and beyond.
Take on exciting challenges and grow into a leader while having fun along the way!
Junior Leaders Academy (Grades 6-8)
Become a Junior Leader!
Counselor in Training (Grades 9-12)
Train to volunteer as a Councelor In Training!
Summer 2025 Registration Open Now!
Develop friendships & job skills while bringing the fun!
Register for Junior Leaders Training Academy
*1 AND 2-week camps available!*
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Junior Leaders Training Academy Camp Sessions |
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| Session 1 | July 7 - 18 |
| Session 2 | July 21 - August 1 |
| Session 3 | August 4 - 15 |
Thinking about getting a job someday?
Put KidSpirit Junior Leaders Training Academy on your resume!
Junior Leaders in grades 6-8 will develop skills, build confidence, and learn techniques unique to the Leadership Academy.
They will use these skills to assist camp counselors at Summer Day Camp.
Leaders will receive professional coaching and gain mentors, friends, and memorable experiences!
Many participants in KidSpirit's Junior Leaders Academy have continued to use the skills they learn,
and many have gone on to be employed as Camp Counselors in future years!
Every session, Junior Leaders will...
Get real-time, on-the-job experience
Assist leading & mentoring campers
Attend leadership seminars
Learn the KidSpirit Junior Leaders Curriculum
Participate in community service
Learn diverse skills applicable to an array of future jobs
Summer Day Camp Logistics:
- Session One: July 7 - 18
- Session Two: July 21 - August 1
- Session Three: August 4 - 15
- Half-Day and Full-Day Options:
- Full-Day Camps: 9:40am - 4:30pm
- AM Half-Day Camps: 9:40am - 1:15pm
Junior Leaders Academy Pricing:
- Two Weeks
- Full Day: $549
- Half Day: $279
- Week One
- Full Day: $343
Discounts:
- Early Bird Registration
- Register and pay by April 30 to Save $50 per session!
Interested in being a Counselor in Training?
Grades 9-12
- Gain work experience and benefit from KidSpirit's extensive staff training, all while attending Junior Leader seminars at no cost! This volunteer position helps teens develop skills in problem solving, communication, and public speaking!
Friday Dress-Up Days
All staff members dress up based on predetermined themes every Friday of the Summer Day Camp sessions. We highly encourage campers to join in the fun and dress up as well! All dress-up items should allow wearers to actively participate in the day's activities.
Dress-up days are mandatory for staff, including Junior Leaders. Dressing up is not mandatory for campers, but we love seeing the outfits they come up with!
Friday Dress-Up Days
June 17: Pajama Day
Stay comfy and cozy in your favorite PJs!
July 3 (Thursday): Elemental Energy Day
Represent one of the four elements: Earth (greens/browns), Water (blues), Fire (reds/oranges), or Air (white/gray)!
July 11: Favorite Color Day
Dress head to toe in your favorite color!
July 18: Mystical Creature Day
Dress as a mystical creature of nature—fairy, mermaid, phoenix, or forest spirit—using earth, sky, or ocean colors with magical touches like wings, crowns, or glowing stars!
July 25: Favorite Sport Day
Represent your favorite sport or team with jerseys, gear, or fun accessories!
August 1: Crazy Hair, Wacky Wear Day
The sillier, the better—mix up patterns, colors, and wild hairdos!
Frequently Asked Questions
Junior Leaders Training Academy
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