Middle School Summer Leadership Camps
Through hands-on experiences and interactive classes, campers learn elements of leadership that enhance their ability to make valuable contributions to their families, teams, and communities. Summer Leadership Camps for middle school students introduce and reinforce the values of honor, integrity, respect, responsibility, compassion, and gratitude at the highest level.
Questions?
Contact Mike Basista
Associate Director of Admission, Summer Camps
760.547.5288
mbasista@armyandnavyacademy.org
Introduction to Leadership
An Introduction to leadership for students interested in exploring potential and learning the fundamentals of citizenship. Campers gain invaluable life skills through fun activities and adventure- based challenges that reinforce teamwork, accountability, discipline, and respect. Returning campers can follow-up their primary leadership classes with an advanced curriculum emphasizing the core values of responsibility, loyalty, and selfless service focused on preparing them for high school.
2021 Summer Dates
Session 1: June 28th – July 10th
Session 2: July 12th – July 24th
Co-ed, Grades 6-8
2-Week Boarding Sessions
2-Week Day Camp Sessions
Introduction to Leadership Elective Options
Applicants get to choose from the following electives:
Leadership
Aviation
Cyber Security & Computer Science
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)
Advanced Leadership
For younger campers interested in the opportunity to earn primary and secondary level experience in one summer, this option provides both courses over the four weeks.
2021 Summer Dates
June 28th – July 24th
Co-ed, Grades 6-8
4-Week Boarding Session
No matter which summer program you choose, you can expect your child to:
- Operate under 24-hour on-campus security and supervision
- Enhance their leadership skills including self-confidence and team-building
- Develop accountability, discipline, and respect
- Enrich college applications and school transcripts
- Enjoy full access to the Academy’s oceanfront campus facilities, including a state-of-the-art gymnasium, cafeteria, library, media center, recreation center, swimming pool, tennis courts, athletic field, and private beach access
Participants complete approximately 120 hours of leadership training and activities, including:
- Development of leadership skills
- Team-building exercises
- Increased confidence
- New friendships
Typical Daily Schedule
| 0600 | Reveille |
| 0600 – 0615 | Morning Accountability Formation, Flag Raising |
| 0615 – 0700 | Physical Training (PT) |
| 0700 – 0730 | Personal Hygiene |
| 0730 – 0800 | 1st Mess (Breakfast) |
| 0800 – 0830 | Class Formation, Personal Appearance Inspection |
| 0830 – 1200 | Leadership Education and Training Class |
| 1200 – 1300 | 2nd Mess (Lunch) |
| 1300 – 1315 | Class Formation |
| 1315 – 1430 | Drill and Ceremonies |
| 1430 – 1630 | Team Building Activities |
| 1630 – 1730 | Personal Time |
| 1730 – 1830 | 3rd Mess (Dinner) |
| 1830 – 1900 | Retreat Formation |
| 1900 – 2100 | Study Hall (Mon – Thurs) or Recreation (Fri – Sun) |
| 2100 – 2200 | Personal Hygiene |
| 2200 | Lights Out |