Department of Parks and Recreation: Summer Teen Career Camps

Summer Teen Career Camps is a unique program offered in partnership by the Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) and the Department of Employment Services’ Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP). Teen Career Camps offer an array of innovative programs and activities for teens ages 14 to 19 years old, June 16 to August 22, 2008, in a safe and positive atmosphere.

Through an exciting curriculum, with positive social outreach and prevention programs, Summer Teen Career Camps* help guide teens to a positive and productive future by helping them make smart and informed life choices. Teens will participate in workshops, educational and cultural activities, exciting field trips, and plenty of opportunities for peer interaction and social bonding. In addition, all campers are required to develop and participate in weekly community services projects.

Registration and More Information
To register for Summer Teen Career Camps or for more information, please contact the Department of Employment Services SYEP office at (202) 698-3492.

Camps and Locations

Review complete descriptions and locations of all 2008 Summer Teen Career Camps.*

Bead-azzle Camp - Theodore Hagan Cultural Center
Shakes"Peers" Camp - Chevy Chase Community Center
Hands on the Future Camp - Columbia Heights Sound Studio
Journalism Camp - Emery Recreation Center
Art in Motion Camp - Taft Recreation Center
Sports Professional Camp - Sherwood Recreation Center
Heritage and Traditions Camp - Hillcrest Recreation Center
Fashion Design Camp - Taft Recreation Center
I.M.A.G.E. Camp (Interesting Mentors Assisting Growth and Enrichment)
- Parkview Community Center
- Kennedy Recreation Center
- Riggs LaSalle Recreation Center
- Trinidad Recreation Center
- King Greenleaf Recreation Center
- Fort Davis Community Center
- Ferebee Hope Recreation Center

More information and locations of DPR facilities

Camp Fees (per session):

No fees are charged for these camps as they are operated through the Department of Employment Services’ Summer Youth Employment Program.

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