Camp Social Explorers

Specialized Summer Education Program Submission Packet

A fun, supportive, and enriching summer experience for children with unique learning, developmental, and social needs.

Program Overview

Camp Social Explorers is a specialized summer education program designed for students with unique learning, developmental, and social needs.

The program provides a structured, small-group environment that blends educational instruction, social development, and enrichment activities into a fun, camp-style experience.

Students participate in hands-on, engaging activities that promote learning through play while building meaningful skills in communication, independence, and problem-solving.

Program Information & Pricing

Support needs are reviewed individually through the intake/application process.

  • $395 per week
  • Discounted full summer enrollment rate: $375 per week

Camp Only

This option is for students attending camp enrichment activities without ABA therapeutic support.

  • $275 per week
  • Discounted full summer enrollment rate: $250 per week

  • ABA support is billed separately

Camp + ABA Support

This option is for students who require support from ABA therapists or Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) during camp activities.

Program Hours & Location

  • 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM

  • ·Half days available

Hours

5001 West Lemon Street Tampa, FL 33609

Location

Additional Program Information

  • Step Up for Students Scholarships Accepted
  • No registration fee
  • All ages welcome
  • Siblings welcome
  • ABA support available

Camp Social Explorers also offers opportunities for participation in additional enrichment-based clubs and activities including:

  • SLP-related enrichment
  • STEAM activities
  • Social skills opportunities
  • Creative and group-based programming

Program Description

This program is intentionally designed for students who benefit from:

  • Structured routines and predictable environments
  • Individualized support and instruction
  • Social communication and peer interaction support
  • Hands-on and experiential learning formats

Camp Social Explorers integrates academic reinforcement, executive functioning, and social development into daily activities through STEM/STEAM projects, creative arts, and group-based experiences.

Summer Camp Theme

Proof of Educational Component

  • Camp Social Explorers provides a purposeful educational experience that integrates academic, social, and functional skill development throughout the day.

    • Conversation skills and expressive language

    • Following directions and group participation

    • Turn-taking, sharing, and cooperation

    • Building relationships and engaging with peers

    • Task completion and organization

    • Following multi-step instructions and transitions

    • Literacy through storytelling and themed activities

    • Math through measurement, counting, and problem-solving

    • Critical thinking through STEM/STEAM challenges

Why Families Choose Us

Instructional Methods

  • Small-group instruction

  • Visual supports and structured routines

  • Hands-on, project-based learning

  • Guided peer interaction

  • Individualized support and prompting

Educational Activities Include

  • STEM/STEAM-based projects

  • Creative arts and design challenges

  • Structured group games with defined objectives

  • Themed learning experiences (camping, team challenges, etc.)

  • Outdoor activities with embedded learning goals

Educational Outcomes

Students will:

  • Improve communication and social interaction skills

  • Increase independence and participation

  • Strengthen problem-solving and critical thinking

  • Maintain and generalize academic-related skills

Proof of Educational Component

Specialized & Summer Education Program Compliance

Definition of Specialized Program

Educational Component Requirement

The program includes a consistent educational component embedded throughout all activities, ensuring it is not recreational childcare but a purposeful educational experience.

Program Structure & Documentation

  • Structured summer education program (not extended care)

  • Published fees provided prior to enrollment

  • Attendance is tracked and documented

  • Program outline and schedule available

Eligibility Alignment (FES-UA / NWSA)

The program:

  • Provides a specialized learning environment

  • Includes educational instruction and skill development

  • Uses adapted teaching strategies

Summer Programs & Day Camps Eligibility & Compliance

Instructional Component (Eligible for Reimbursement)

Only the instructional portion of the program is eligible for reimbursement. This includes:

  • STEM/STEAM instruction

  • Creative arts learning

  • Structured group instruction

  • Communication and social skill development

  • Executive functioning skill-building

Recreational Components (Non-Billable)

The program may include enrichment-based activities such as outdoor play and themed experiences. These are:

  • Structured and supervised

  • Used to support engagement and skill generalization

  • Not billed as instructional services

Qualified Instruction

Instruction is delivered by:

  • Trained ABA therapists (RBTs/BCBAs)

  • Program instructors experienced with students with unique needs

Program Fees

  • $275 per week

  • $250 per week (full summer enrollment)

Conclusion

Camp Social Explorers is a structured, specialized summer education program that combines:

Educational instruction

Social skill development

Hands-on enrichment

This program meets all criteria for FES-UA and NWSA eligibility, providing students with a meaningful, supportive, and engaging learning experience tailored to their individual needs.