Eckerd Academy of the Blue Ridge
Suches, GA

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Eckerd Academy Of
The Blue Ridge To Offer
A Summer Camp

Eckerd Academy of the Blue Ridge, located about 90 minutes north of Atlanta in Suches, will offer an eight-week Therapeutic Summer Academics and Adventure Camp emphasizing academic credit recovery and personal growth through outdoor adventures. The residential camp is ideally suited for boys and girls ages 13 - 18 needing credit recovery in math, science, or English, or those who are seeking to get ahead over the summer. Campers will have the opportunity to earn one core academic credit and an additional Physical Education credit. In addition, they will also receive guidance in developing better communication, problem solving, social and relationship building skills.

Two eight-week sessions are being offered, June 6 - July 29 and June 26 - August 18, and will feature a blend of academics and outdoor adventures to provide a unique summer learning experience. Youth will participate in Eckerd Academy's outdoor adventure programming, including ropes courses, fishing, hiking and backpacking in the breathtaking Blue Ridge Mountains that surround the campus. Using group discussions, journaling and one-on-one discussions, students will have a great opportunity for self-discovery and growth.

For more information or to reserve a space, call 800-914-3937 or visit www.EckerdAcademy.org/summercamp. Tuition for the eight-week residential therapeutic camp is $15,000.

Eckerd Academy of the Blue Ridge is a licensed, SACS/CASI accredited residential alternative school in an outdoor setting that specializes in helping youth ages 10 - 18 reach their full potential. Eckerd Academy offers students individualized treatment and academic plans through a nurturing, strength-based approach.