A Message to Kids and Parents

Karen Borbolla is a lead facilitator with SuperCamp academic summer camps. She earned her teacher certification in K-12 art education along with her Bachelor of Fine Arts. She also has earned her Master's Degree in Educational Leadership. Most recently, Karen earned a postgraduate certification in brain-based education. She is married, mother of three young children and teaches elementary art by day and college level Para educator curriculum and theory classes by night. This is what she wants to share with kids and with parents of kids who have not yet experienced SuperCamp’s pre-teen and teen summer camps.

Dear Kids,

I know you totally value your brand new clothes from Abercrombie yet when they are living on the floor instead of in a closet then a person is out of INTEGRITY. One goal in life is to be IN INTEGRITY. When a person has stated beliefs and values, and when they understand them, then the behavior of that person reflects it. If a person values something they take care of it.

I know you want pop right now but it was finished at breakfast. We’ve talked about this being your go to meal. Don’t be afraid to make mistakes but take a moment to think about it and learn from it. A failure is nothing more than an opportunity for growth! Skip the pop at breakfast and then you’ll have it after school for A FAILURE THAT LED TO SUCCESS!

I understand you were really irritated with the grade you earned on your test. I know you heard those words from the rented movie. Yet, the words that come out of your mouth are your choice. When you choose words with good intent to others and yourself then you are SPEAKING WITH GOOD PURPOSE.

I am hearing that you are mortified after your audition for the show. You are the one that got up there and tried, you are the one who loves to sing, keep on focusing on your goals and make every moment count. Accept your life in good and challenging times…make it THIS IS IT!

I’ve noticed you’ve been eating randomly as you juggle everything you do. You’ve shown your COMMITMENT to these activities by having a clear vision and staying true to it. You do what you have to do to get the job done. People count on you. You can count on me too! I am going to take time off from my scrap booking class to make more meals …ready for you when you get home.

I really appreciate how you have helped out around the house. It has made things easier on me. I can count on you. You take responsibility. You see what needs to be done and you do it. Thank you for showing OWNERSHIP!

I know you stay up all night to study, yet earn low grades. Something isn’t working here. How about studying for an hour each night for several days before the test? When a person changes strategies in order to achieve their goal, then they are using FLEXIBILITY. When something isn’t working, try it another way and if you need help…ask for it!

I know you have been going out with your friends and doing what they like to do. I know that your grades are great and you work hard to earn them. How about taking time just for you? When was the last time you went running? What is important to you? What do you need to do now and what can be scheduled later? When it all gels then you’ve created BALANCE.

Dear Parents,

Where can you send your child to re-establish all of those great qualities you once instilled in them, when they were oh so very young? Respect, motivation, kindness, inner peace, goals of individual and personal best…these traits were once commonly used and now you wonder…what has happened to my kid?  Where can you have your son or daughter see true goodness in other people and most importantly, in themselves?  The answer you have been searching for is SuperCamp, through the Quantum Learning Network.

SuperCamp is a 7-day and 10-day academic and life skill program, which will allow your child the opportunity to learn about themselves on so many different levels. Through the carefully structured facilitation of experiences at SuperCamp, techniques and concepts will be explored which will make learning easy and fun. Through the ongoing support of the professional staff and of their peers, small and large group learning will take place in a meticulously orchestrated environment. Your child will learn how to learn. They will discover how to successfully interact with other people. They will experience the process of setting personal goals and the thrill of accomplishment when that goal is achieved.

The creators of SuperCamp and the entire professional staff that carries on their mission truly believe and live by the vision of SuperCamp.  SuperCamp is an international model of excellence, facilitating a shift in learning, resulting in creative, educated, responsible people, participating in the global community.

SuperCamp will most certainly create a lasting impact. After attending a SuperCamp program, the potential for individual success with school, college, professional and adult life will be in their hands. SuperCamp prides itself on creating environments and resources for lifelong learning and personal success. Upon graduation from a SuperCamp program your child will have had the opportunity to gain the tools and resources, which when applied, will allow them ultimate success.

More information on SuperCamp’s summer camp programs can be found at the SuperCamp website. Camps are almost full for this summer, but some spaces remain in most locations.