Adventure Summer School

This summer, adolescents in need of credit recovery don’t have to while away the summer sitting in the classroom. Instead, they can choose to attend Santiam Crossing’s Adventure Summer School which combines experimental academics, outdoor adventure activities, leadership, and personal development training.

Mother Nature has created the classroom for Santiam’s Adventure Summer School. Students will be setting up camp in a variety of regions in Oregon including the coast, high desert, and the forests of the Cascade Mountains. Here they will be immersed in various outdoor adventure activities including surfing, climbing, and mountain biking. Academics as well as leadership and personal development trainings will be woven in with the adventure activities creating an experiential learning environment.

Enrollment inquires contact Sarah Mack at (541) 928-2749

Dates
First session is July 12 through August 8. An additional session may be offered if there is enough interest. Space is limited.

Student Profile
Appropriate candidates are high school students looking for a challenging and exciting summer experience and the opportunity to obtain academic credit. This summer program is not appropriate for students with behavioral or drug and alcohol issues. Our associated programs offer services to this population. [hyperlink to http://www.cfreer.com/programs]

Academic Program
Our experiential approach to academics makes earning credits a positive experience for students. Students may earn 2.5 credits total in the combined subject areas of Science, Language Arts, Health, Physical Education and Professional Development. Credits are issued from Santiam Crossing School, which is accredited by the Northwest Association of Accredited Schools, and are transferrable.

Adventure Activities
In addition to academics, students will take part in a variety of outdoor adventure experiences. Activities include mountain biking, climbing, surfing, and a challenge ropes course. Students will also participate in a service learning experience.

Personal Development Education
Staff members will lead discussion groups that focus on personal development. Topics include: leadership, team management, effective communication techniques, self-awareness, judgment and decision making skills, constructive peer relationships, and understanding defense mechanisms.

Life Skills Focus
Participants will learn valuable life skills including organizational techniques, time management approaches, good study habits, and the responsibilities that come with camping and traveling with a group.

Staff
Our staff is experienced and trained in providing outdoor adventure education. A teacher will be working with students in the field. One member of the staff team holds a Wilderness First Responder certification and all staff are trained in CPR and first aid. Our staff to student ratio is 1 to 4.

Location
Santiam Crossing’s campus near Scio, Oregon, is our base camp. From here students depart on week-long activities and will be camping in a variety of beautiful areas in Oregon including the Willamette Valley, Central Oregon, and the Oregon Coast.

Clothing and Equipment
Families will be provided with a list of equipment and clothing needs. Alternatively, families can choose to purchase an equipment package from Santiam Crossing School.

Graduation
The final day of our Adventure Summer School will be a family day. We ask families to join us in celebrating the students’ achievements, listening to stories about their adventures, and enjoying student presentations.