Summer is quickly approaching. And though the COVID-19 pandemic is not yet over, the ease in safety restrictions means more in-person activities will be available for this year's break from the school year.
If you're looking for a way to help your child stay engaged and learning, we've compiled a list of both in-person and virtual summer camp activities and enrichment programs for youth of all ages and abilities.
Our list includes daily adventures, arts and crafts, sports camps, college preparation activities and condition-specific programs.
Our events calendar shows the activities listed by date. You can also search for programs in your area by clicking on a regional office near you.
For more virtual learning and educational resources for youth, visit the Childcare, Learning and Education Tools section of our COVID-19 Resource Directory.
Know of an in-person or virtual summer camp opportunity to add to our list?
Send us the details at dscc@uic.edu. We'll continue to update our list of camps and activities, so please check back often.
2021 Institute for Parents of Preschool Children Who Are Deaf or Hard of Hearing
The Institute for Parents of Preschool Children Who Are Deaf or Hard of Hearing will have a new format for 2021.
This year’s event will be a two-week virtual program for parents of children ages 7 and under who have a significant hearing loss. It will take place via Zoom from June 7-18.
Participating parents and caregivers will attend daily lectures by experts in the field to learn about raising a child with hearing loss.
Lecture topics include:
- Child development
- Types of hearing loss
- Language development
- Communication choices
- Hearing aids and cochlear implants
- Deaf culture
- Parent rights
- School programming
There is no cost for families to participate.
IPads may also be available to check out at no cost for families without the right technology to participate from home.
See the 2021 Institute brochure for more details.
To sign up or learn more information, contact us at (800) 322-3722 or dsccinstitute@uic.edu.
