LEADERSHIP CAMP

Whether you’re involved in student council, the national honor society, the drama club, a sports team, the school musical, cheerleading, or your local FFA — our camp program is for you! In fact, our camp programs are for anyone who wants to improve their leadership skills! We have three camps for Junior & Middle School (JAM) students and four camps for Senior High School (SHS) students. 

OUR 2020 CAMPS

It is with regret and sadness that we write to inform you that the WASC Executive Board has made the difficult, yet necessary, decision to cancel our summer camps for 2020.

Sign up for one summer — or prepare to attend the entire multi-year series. We believe that every moment spent with WASC is a good one. Our time-tested curriculum has been developed by certified educators, and has made a positive impact in the lives of over 100,000+ of Wisconsin’s students.

NEW DATES FOR SHS

SHS Camps: Levels 4, 5 & 6 — July 19 - July 23, 2020

JAM Camps: Levels 1, 2 & 3 — July 12-16, 2020

Camp Reunion: TBA

Download our 2020 Promotional Flyer:  WASC 2020 Camp Brochure.pdf

JUNIOR & MIDDLE SCHOOL SUMMER PROGRAMS

LEVEL 1: LEARN – JULY 12-16, 2020

During the Level 1 experience, students will participate in fun activities focused on skills essential for the middle level including: building self-esteem and self-advocacy skills, learning what it means to be a leader, and ways to create exciting and interesting student activities.

LEVEL 2: ENGAGE – JULY 12-16, 2020

Team building, goal setting, communication, and organization are key components to being an engaged leader. Participants at this level will have the opportunity to explore concepts of leadership, improve their leadership skills in a creative, engaged way, and gain a better understanding of self and sensitivity to others.

LEVEL 3: ADVOCACY – JULY 12-16, 2020

Entering high school confident and ready is essential to student success. The Level 3 curriculum combines experiential learning with essential skill development to ensure this success. Students will learn valuable skills like self-advocacy, effective communication, and goal setting – in a creative and engaging way. These skills will serve as a strong foundation as they enter high school.

HIGH SCHOOL SUMMER PROGRAMS

LEVEL 4: DEVELOP – JUly 19  - July 23, 2020

A positive high school experience hinges on developing essential leadership skills. This high school program is designed for students who want to learn the necessary skills to become a leader in their school or increase their effectiveness as a leader. Level 4 curriculum is high-energy and focused on developing interpersonal skills, group processes, communication skills, problem solving techniques and planning/evaluation procedures.

LEVEL 5: EMPOWER – JUly - July 23, 2020

Responsibilities continue to increase for high school students: at school, at a job, in the sports arena, or at home. Student leaders need the ability to adapt to a variety of circumstances depending on the demands of the group or task. The Level 5 curriculum examines what causes this range of needs and gives participants the skills to adapt and react to each. The result will empower delegates to recognize which style of leadership is most appropriate in any given circumstance, leading them to success.

LEVEL 6: REACH – JUly 19 - July 23, 2020

This culminating program provides opportunities to revisit all ten of our leadership standards. With a special emphasis on character and ethical decision-making, delegates will utilize a self-directed approach to practicing essential skills needed for life in high school and beyond. Through numerous activities, they will expand their reach to include not only their school organizations, but also to their communities, and perhaps, to the world.

INCLUDED IN EVERY CAMP

For our camps, students will be led by education professionals in activities dedicated to understanding what it means to be a leader. With proven curriculum as the foundation, and unparalleled talent leading each camp, delegates agree that this program is “the most significant learning experience in my life to-date!”

• Banquet: The delegates get dressed up for this special affair, where they dine in their finery while listening to inspiring speeches by their fellow delegates.
• Speaking Opportunities: There are numerous opportunities for students to work on their presentation skills — and one evening where individuals from each group are asked to address the entire delegation.
• Picnic: An outdoor event that includes games, food, and fun. A great way to connect with new friends at the mid-point of the week.
• Recreation: Recreation opportunities vary by camp, but include swimming, volleyball, tennis, running clubs, socializing and more!
• Dance: A high-point of the week. Whether the delegates decide to dance with their new friends, or enjoy other activities, it’s a great time to celebrate.
• Evening Closings: Each day ends with inspiring stories and songs — lead by adult and junior counselors. The perfect way to end a day.

WHICH LEVEL?

Whether you’re a camp veteran or a talented newbie — we’ve got the right program for you!

• Level 1: for students entering 7th or 8th grade in ’20-’21 w/ no prior Leadership Camp experience.
• Level 2: for students who have (a) completed the Level 1 Workshop and will be in the 8th or 9th grade during ’20-’21 or (b) who will be a 9th grader in a junior or senior high school in ’20-’21.
• Level 3: for students entering 9th grade in ’20-’21 and have attended Level 2.
• Level 4: for students entering 10th or 11th grade in ’20-’21.
• Level 5: for students entering 12th grade OR who have previously attended the Level 4 Workshop.
• Level 6: for students entering/leaving 12th grade in ’20-’21 AND have attended Level 5.

If you have any questions, call us at (608) 886-WASC or email stateoffice@wasc.org

COST FOR LEVEL 1-6 CAMPS

The all-inclusive fee includes workshop materials, recreation, entertainment, housing, a camp t-shirt and all meals.

	MEMBER SCHOOL	NON-MEMBER SCHOOL
Early bird (before JUNE 1, 2020)	$450	$475
After June 1	$480	$515

REGISTRATION

Begin by filling out the following online form HERE.  You can either pay with credit/debit card following your online registration (no fee – preferred) or send in a check to the State Office. Following the completion online form you will be automatically brought to the credit card payment form if you chose that method of payment. If you chose to pay by check, just send in a check with a copy of your registration email confirmation to the address provided on the email confirmation.

Need a scholarship for camp?

Donald C. Larsen Scholarship – Download the application for the Donald C. Larsen Scholarship:  

SCHOLARSHIP FORM 2020.doc. 

Beta Alpha Chapter of the Wisconsin State Organization Foundation Scholarship – If you are a 7th or 8th grade female interested in education or leadership as a future career – Download the application:

DKG SCHOLARSHIP FORM 2020.doc

Applications are due by JUNE 1.

JOIN OUR STAFF

Camp staff applications are no longer being accepted. Thank you! 

RESOURCES ON CAMP

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE LOGISTICS AND RESEARCH FOR WASC LEADERSHIP CAMP AS FEATURED IN “THE ADVOCATE” – A PUBLICATION FROM THE ALLIANCE OF STUDENT ACTIVITIES. Advocate -Jan 2011.pdf