Through experience and data from implementing past IGB offerings, we know that short, interesting, and engaging programs can have a meaningful impact. The summer program offers a Curriculum, Experiences, and Activities to enhance young people’s development. Our daily programming will include Critical Thinking, Communication skills (interpersonal, self-advocacy, conflict resolution), money/financial concepts (age appropriate), Emotional Wellness (1:1, Curriculum, Group Counseling), arts and crafts, board games, and physical activities. Our Critical Thinking/Problem Solving, Communication, Financial, and Emotional Wellness curriculum will be developed and delivered with the oversight of licensed educators and professionals. We will also incorporate weekly field trips (Examples: Cade Museum, Harn Museum, Dudley Farm, Santa Fe Zoo) to allow our students to experience various cultural and historical settings to enhance their knowledge and understanding.
Join Us The I Gotcha Back Summer Enrichment Program (SEC) Program
• Each payment is due no later than the Friday preceding each week your camper attends.
• Our summer program is operated at various locations around Gainesville (specific site will be announced soon, we have operated at Kanapaha and Howard Bishop MS previously) We can help coordinate pickup/dropoff from Freedom Center at Veterans Park (Off Tower Rd) and Westside Park.
• The IGB SEC is not directly providing breakfast or lunch; however, because the camps operate at SBAC facilities, complimentary breakfast, and lunch are available to all participants through SBAC programs. Campers are free to bring their lunch/ snacks if desired.
• Parents/Guardians will be required to sign campers in and out each day.
• Weekly field Trips each Friday that are used as activities to complement learning.
• A student-to-counselor ratio below 10:1
• Spaces are filling up fast, please pre-register your child to guarantee a spot
What do we address?
-Emotional Wellness (partnering w/ Restoring Hope Counseling and Inner Health 24/7)
–Soft Skills (communication, timeliness, hygiene) = Employability
-Inquiry Skills/Problem-Solving (www.askmeno.com)
-Financial Awareness
-Reading Literacy curriculum (PEAK Literacy program)