ACA Blogs

School Breaks Shouldn’t be a Break from Learning

American Camp Association — Mon, 09 Nov 2015 13:08:47 +0000

by Vince M. Bertram, Ed.D. A guest blog for the American Camp Association.

Connecting with Nature

American Camp Association — Tue, 03 Nov 2015 13:30:25 +0000

"Camp is a time to explore, a time to let your brain grow, and a time to connect with the outside."

In this video blog, ACA CEO Tom Holland explains the benefits of getting outside at camp. Camp not only provides children with an opportunity to get active, it also provides an opportunity for today's kids to get outside and forge a connection with the natural world. Camp allows kids to get outside, get dirty, and learn about nature.

Once a Girl Scout, Always a Girl Scout

American Camp Association — Sat, 31 Oct 2015 14:05:39 +0000

by Tish Bolger, ACA Board Chair

Defining Bullying—National Bullying Awareness Month

American Camp Association — Tue, 27 Oct 2015 13:05:29 +0000

by Susan E. Yoder, ACA Camp Crisis Hotline Team Leader

“It’s not bullying unless he’s black or gay.” Shocking? Speechless?

Camp Moves Me 2015 - A Message from Tom Holland

American Camp Association — Tue, 01 Sep 2015 12:02:29 +0000

"Sign up for Camp Moves Me to show your support of the camp movement."

In this video blog, ACA CEO Tom Holland encourages you to participate in Camp Moves Me 2015. In last year's inaugural fundraising event, we moved together to raise over $55,000 for the cause of camp. This year, the movement grows.

Get Outside with Camp

American Camp Association — Tue, 11 Aug 2015 12:03:19 +0000

"Camp is about active lifestyles and what our kids need today."

Searching for Mr. Holland

American Camp Association — Tue, 21 Jul 2015 14:33:38 +0000

by Tom Holland, CEO

Before my first day of teaching high school, a colleague came to my classroom as I worked feverishly to get it set up and ready for the students. He came to give me a gift. This gift was three films: Dead Poets Society, Stand and Deliver, and Mr. Holland’s Opus.

Learning Life Skills at Camp

American Camp Association — Tue, 21 Jul 2015 14:18:26 +0000

"Teamwork, collaboration, and communication. . .these skills are necessary for the success of children later in life."

Fun and Safety - The Benefits of ACA Accreditation

American Camp Association — Tue, 07 Jul 2015 12:24:33 +0000

Aristotle Wants Your Kids to Go to Summer Camp (and why you might want to tag along)

American Camp Association — Wed, 01 Jul 2015 12:35:30 +0000

by Anna Czarnik-Neimeyer, a guest blog for ACA.

Day Camp - Fun Is Right Around the Corner

American Camp Association — Tue, 30 Jun 2015 12:04:44 +0000

Last week, ACA CEO Tom Holland welcomed us to camp. This week, Tom explains a few reasons why “Fun Is Right Around the Corner” at a day camp near you.

Respect: How We Can Put a Stop to Hatred and Division

American Camp Association — Wed, 24 Jun 2015 17:29:23 +0000

by Tom Holland, CEO

Throughout my professional life as an educator, I have always advocated for the advancement of curriculum to meet the needs of tomorrow’s world. I continue to advocate for the development of curriculum that includes STEM lessons as well as non-cognitive skills. I believe these skills will be at the core of what is needed in tomorrow’s workforce.

Welcome to Camp - A Video Blog from Tom Holland

American Camp Association — Tue, 23 Jun 2015 13:22:34 +0000

Camp Was Made For Summer Learning

American Camp Association — Fri, 19 Jun 2015 13:53:20 +0000

A blog post from American Camp Association CEO, Tom Holland

June 19 is National Summer Learning Day, a time to reflect on what summer learning means and what summer learning loss implies.

Take-Away Cooking Skills from Camp

American Camp Association — Thu, 14 May 2015 18:00:13 +0000

Guest blog by Diana K. Rice

Where did you learn to swim, read a map, or be part of a team? There’s a good chance it was at camp, right? We know that camp is not just a place for kids to spend a fun summer, but an excellent setting in which kids can learn life skills that they will rely on long after the camp experience has passed.