Girls LEAD London
Girls LEAD London
Welcome to the Girls Leadership, Education, And Development (LEAD) Summer Camp Program! Girls LEAD is an exciting program designed to support young women in their growth and development Girls who complete our summer day camp will connect with others, celebrate themselves and learn how to influence positive change in the world around them.
About the Camp
The Girls LEAD summer camp program launched in 2008 in partnership with Brescia’s Institute for Women in Leadership. The program consists of five sections for girls entering grades three/four (Junior), five/six (Intermediate) and seven/eight (Senior) with a slightly different leadership and development focus for each age group.
In response to increased demand for the Girls LEAD summer camp program, we will be offering an extra section of both of our Intermediate and Senior camp programs. As we increase the size of our camp this summer, we are proud to still maintain a 7:1 Camper to Counselor ratio for each section of camp.
Level |
Section Dates |
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Junior (Grades 3-4) |
Section B : July 16th 2012-July 27th 2012
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Intermediate (Grades 5-6) |
Section A :July 3rd 2012-July 13th 2012
Section C : July 30th 2012-August 10th 2012 Please note that Brescia is closed on Mon. August 6th for the Civic Holiday. |
Senior (Grades 7-8) |
Section A :July 3rd 2012-July 13th 2012
Section C : July 30th 2012-August 10th 2012 Please note that Brescia is closed on Mon. August 6th for the Civic Holiday. |
Junior Camp (Grades 3-4)
“Sometimes people say that girls can’t do stuff like math or science: but we proved them wrong!” Junior Camper
As girls enter grades three and four, they tend to assume more responsibility for their actions, become more self-aware and also begin to recognize the needs of others. In the Junior Girls LEAD camp we reinforce the belief that girls CAN! We also promote healthy self-awareness and the development of positive social skills.
During the program, girls are encouraged to cultivate their own interests and try new things: Do they want to read with a counselor in the Book Nook? Spend their free time drawing? Invent a new game with the other girls? Girls particularly enjoy making their own lunches in the food lab. Each day we ensure we spend time playing energetically, and often finish our activities with “relaxation time” (always a big hit)!
Intermediate Camp (Grades 5-6)
“I learned that anyone can be a leader.” Intermediate Camper
As the girls enter grades five and six, they tend to be improving their self-concept and acceptance of others, increasing their independence and becoming more focused on building relationships with others. In the Intermediate Girls LEAD camp we focus on self-discovery, positive thinking and self esteem enhancement, developing healthy relationships and practicing our assertive communication skills.
During this session, we will be playing many fun & upbeat games to get our energy flowing. Girls will play team sports and games, participate in swimming, arts and crafts and music activities and they will also have time for quiet reflection and journaling. Girls will have the opportunity to make their own healthy and nutritious lunches in Brescia’s food labs such as personalized pizzas, spaghetti, breakfast for lunch, etc.
Senior Camp (Grades 7-8)
“I feel that most activities benefited and interested me in many ways…I have changed, made friends, and learned so much on how to be a leader.” Senior Camper
As the girls enter grades seven and eight, they tend to develop a growing sense of intuition and insight into self and others, they become increasingly more self reliant and they have a stronger desire to be like their peers and ‘fit in’. In the Senior Girls LEAD camp, we work on exploring their interests, talents, and strengths, and help them to consider who they want to become!
In this session, we also practice more advanced social skills that support positive self-expression and building healthy relationships. As well, we begin to really examine the meaning of leadership. Over the course of the week, each girl will decide on a goal that she would like to achieve in her life or her community as well as an action plan to achieve her desired outcome.
Of course, we will be doing a variety of other activities, from energetic drama games to reflective journaling. We will also be making cool arts and crafts projects, and getting some exercise each day (e.g. self-defense, swimming, capture the flag!).
Registration
The 2012 Girls LEAD Registration fee is $395.00/camper (including daily nutritious lunches). We are able to provide camp subsidies through generous donations from the community and in partnership with Project C.A.M.P. (YMCA of Western Ontario). If you are interested in applying for a bursary, please send your request to lead@uwo.ca and we will assist you with the application process for a bursary. We are also able to work out a payment plan if that will assist you.
Hiring
Our hiring process for Girls LEAD Summer Camp Counselors and our Camp Coordinator is currently in progress. Please review the application information below if you are interested in applying for the Girls LEAD Camp Staff positions. Application information is also available in Student Services (Room 119, St. James Building).
If you are interested in applying to work with the Girls LEAD International Camp please visit: http://www.brescia.uwo.ca/about/summer_camps/girls_lead_international/index.html
Related Links:
- Camp Coordinator Application Information Now Available Here! (Applications now closed).