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Teens in Action
Time Frames
During School Day, After School, Summer
Formats
On Campus Program
Grades
5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Standards

Description
The Teens in Action program is built on Camp Fire's long tradition of recognizing youth as part of the solution to, and not the problem with, today's social challenges. Teens in Action challenges teems to improve their communities and to learn new skills and provide leadership in areas they never thought possible. Programs like TIA drive a sense of community responsibility contribute to the future of American volunteerism, and encourage caring for others. Teens participation in TIA will help them design and complete various community service projects and hone their leadership talents.

Students Will
  • explore their sparks
  • become more aware of issues or needs in their schools and communities
  • acknowledge issues or needs in their own lives that contribute to the issues or nees in their schools and communities
  • commit to taking action to address the things that prevent their schools and communities from meeting their needs
  • challege themselves and each other to work with a growth mindset, not a fixed mindset
  • develop confidence and leadership skills
  • become prepared to challenge themselves to master new skills and situations

Details
Dates: Monday through Friday
Times: During day - 1-3 pm, Afterschool - 4-5 pm, Summer - 1-3 pm
Duration: 10, 1 hour sessions
School Fee: Price Per Hour: $150.00
Minimum Attendance: 10
Maximum Attendance: 20
Bilingual: No
Technical Needs: NA
Other Information:

Scheduling / Booking
Instructions: Contact Sheri Hemby @ 214.935.9029 or [email protected] to schedule a program. Please schedule a minimum of 30 days in advance. The program is confirmed when you receive your schedule via fax or email.
Deadline: ASAP, space is limited
Cancellation Policy: Programs may be cancelled up to two weeks in advance without a penalty. A cancellation of less than two weeks are subject to full payment. In the event of DISD cancellation of after school activities for any reason including testing, inclement weather, etc, Camp Fire will reschedule that day's programs.
After School Policy: Programs should have the same room each week for consistency. The room should be of appropriate size and have table/desk space, as well as room for movement. All afterschool programs will begin at the time designated. Please have students seated and ready on time. An afterschool or DISD employee must be with the students at all times to assist with classroom management. Special Note - Wise Kids programs may require gym and/or outdoor access.

Curriculum Information

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Standards
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