Summer camp: If it's not outside, what is it worth? investinyou (In partnership with acorns.)
More than 20 million children attend camp each summer in the U.S., according to the American Camp Association.
"The opportunity to be with other children is often the most valuable part of camp and that's going to be challenging this summer," said Jake Schwartzwald, director of Everything Summer, a summer programs consulting firm.But across the board, there are still opportunities for growth and even adventure — although they look different from what has been offered in the past.
"None will have the impact of in-person experiences but we desperately need any social engagement and peer-to-peer interaction," Schwartzwald said.In each case, the price varies. Some virtual programs cost the same as in-person sessions once did, particularly music lessons, STEM classes and tutoring. Other offerings are less expensive or even available at no cost at all.
For parents who have had to function as teachers thanks to remote and at-home schooling and are now faced with the prospect of taking on the role of camp counselor, as well, "it really comes down to what is the opportunity cost to sanity," Schwartzwald said.Other traditional camps are pivoting to be family camps that can accommodate small groups.
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