Creating Civic Leaders
Summer 2020

Boston – Lesley University

Writing Focus Week: July 6th to July 10th

Speaking Focus Week: July 13th to July 17th

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NYC – TBD

Writing Focus Week: July 20th to July 24th

Speaking Focus Week: July 27th to July 31st

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WHY ATTEND LEADERS 4SC? Civics Education in a Fun and Demanding Environment

Leaders 4SC is a set of two week-long workshops for middle school students on leadership, communication, decision-making, and advocacy. Our goal is to train the next generation of civic leaders: members of a community who actively participate in society.

Public Speaking

Students will receive practice and instruction on developing good public speaking habits and crafting a rhetorically powerful speech.

Current Events

Each week students will discuss topics directly pertains to the students, as well as, national, global, and futuristic topics,

Argumentative Writing

Students will work on developing a persuasive and well-reasoned editorial (op-ed style) article on a topic of interest to them.

Interdisciplinary

Students will be exposed to topics in philosophy, psychology, economics, sociology, history, civics, statistics, and more!

Cost

$300/week or $500 for both weeks. Need-based financial aid is available.

Financial Aid

FAQs

Everything from what to bring to what meals are covered. Check out FAQ sections.

FAQs

Testimonials What do past students and parents say?

Great for kids who want to be challenged, discuss thought-provoking topics, and meet other kids who share their love of learning.
Parent
Boston 2019
This workshop really help[ed] my boys to learn and know [the] steps of writing guidelines. They are in middle school but the can pull off college writing steps
Parent
Boston 2019
This workshop enhanced [student's] curiosity about sensitive topics at home and globally.
Parent
Boston 2019
You should attend if you want to make friends, learn something and have fun.
Student
Boston 2019
Striving for the good and just is essential in our household. When selecting summer camp options we were thrilled to find a camp that nurtured those values. Our child learned valuable skills in how to read and analyze the news, skills he keeps up by now reading the New York Times each morning! Not many 10 year olds ask for their own subscription. Our child still offers us occasional lectures on issues and ideas he discussed during camp. He feels empowered to be an engaged citizen and excited to work to make the world a better place for all.
Parent
Boston 2019
It gives the students a very good sense of important issues as they have the chance to practice writing and talking about those.
Student
Boston 2019
Because it is actually fun and really teaches you how to argue your point and how to make a difference through your writing.
Student
Boston 2019