Camp Social Explorers

Specialized Summer Education Program Submission Packet

A Neurodiverse-Friendly Summer Camp Experience!

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What Makes Camp Social Explorers Different?

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.

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

Camp Social Explorers blends:

  • Educational enrichment

  • Social skill development

  • Executive functioning support

  • STEM/STEAM activities

  • Creative arts

  • Outdoor activities

  • Structured peer interaction

All within a fun, engaging, and highly structured summer environment!

📍 5001 West Lemon Street, Tampa, FL 33609
📞 813-475-4665

💳 Step Up for Students Scholarships Accepted

A Specialized Summer Program Designed for Unique Learners

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Camp Social Explorers is a structured summer education and enrichment program developed for individuals who benefit from additional support with learning, communication, social development, executive functioning, behavioral support, or structured environments.

Individuals participate in engaging camp experiences while receiving individualized supports, accommodations, and guided instruction designed to build confidence, independence, participation, social connections, and important life skills all within a fun, supportive, and engaging summer camp environment.

The program provides a small-group educational environment that combines:

  • Structured learning opportunities

  • Social development

  • Communication support

  • Executive functioning skill-building

  • Hands-on enrichment activities

  • Guided peer interaction

Instruction is delivered by:

  • Trained ABA therapists (RBTs/BCBAs)

  • ESE Teachers

  • Program instructors experienced with students with unique needs

Camp Social Explorers is a structured educational and enrichment program and is not recreational childcare.

💳 Step Up for Students Scholarships Accepted ✨ No Registration Fee 🌟 All Ages Welcome 🤝 Siblings Welcome 🧩 ABA Support Available, If Needed ☀️ Structured Summer Education & Enrichment Program 🎨 STEM • Social Skills • Outdoor Fun • Hands-On Learning

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💳 Step Up for Students Scholarships Accepted ✨ No Registration Fee 🌟 All Ages Welcome 🤝 Siblings Welcome 🧩 ABA Support Available, If Needed ☀️ Structured Summer Education & Enrichment Program 🎨 STEM • Social Skills • Outdoor Fun • Hands-On Learning 〰️

Summer Camp Themes

Daily Schedule

Who May Benefit from Camp Social Explorers?

A Supportive Environment for Diverse Learners

Camp Social Explorers is designed for individuals who benefit from structured routines, small-group environments, guided social interaction, hands-on learning experiences, and individualized support strategies.

The program may be a good fit for:

  • Individuals with unique learning or developmental needs

  • Individuals who benefit from additional social or executive functioning support

  • Individuals who enjoy structured, hands-on learning environments

  • Individuals seeking social enrichment and confidence-building opportunities

  • Individuals who thrive in smaller, supportive camp settings

Participation recommendations and support needs are reviewed individually through the intake process to help determine the most appropriate level of support for each camper.

Program Overview

Camp Social Explorers is a fun, structured summer program designed for individuals who benefit from extra support, smaller group settings, hands-on learning, and opportunities to build confidence and independence.

Our camp combines summer fun with meaningful learning experiences through social activities, creative projects, STEM/STEAM exploration, movement activities, and structured peer interaction — all within a supportive environment designed to help campers grow and thrive.

Campers participate in engaging activities that encourage:

  • Communication and social skills

  • Friendship building and teamwork

  • Problem-solving and critical thinking

  • Independence and executive functioning skills

  • Self-confidence and participation

  • Hands-on learning and creativity

Camp Social Explorers may be a great fit for individuals who benefit from:

  • Structured routines and predictable environments

  • Small-group settings

  • Individualized support and accommodations

  • Social communication opportunities

  • Executive functioning support

  • Hands-on, interactive learning experiences

  • Visual supports and guided participation

Our goal is to create a summer experience where individuals can have fun, explore new interests, build meaningful connections, and continue developing important life skills in an engaging and supportive environment.

Evidence-Based Instructional Methods

Camp Social Explorers utilizes evidence-based practices from Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), special education, and developmental psychology:

  • Task Analysis: Complex activities are broken into manageable steps with visual supports

  • Prompting Hierarchy: Staff use least-to-most prompting (visual, gestural, verbal, physical) based on individual needs

  • Positive Reinforcement: Desired behaviors and skill attempts are reinforced through praise, tokens, and preferred activities

  • Visual Supports: Schedules, choice boards, social stories, and visual timers support comprehension and transitions

  • Naturalistic Teaching: Skills are taught in the context of play and functional activities to promote generalization

  • Peer-Mediated Learning: Peer models and siblings facilitate social learning opportunities

  • Errorless Learning: Activities are designed to promote success and minimize frustration

  • Data Collection: Staff document participation, skill demonstrations, and behavioral observations

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.

Functional Behavior Assessment for ABA Support (Required)

A Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) is required prior to the initiation of ABA support services.

💲 Flat Rate: $750

The assessment includes:

  • Records review

  • Up to a 2-hour meeting with your Board-Certified Provider (face-to-face, telehealth, school meeting, phone meeting, etc.)

  • Written assessment and recommendations

  • Determination of support needs and staffing recommendations for camp participation

Additional assessment-related meeting time may be billed separately based on provider certification level.

ABA Service Rates

BCBA (Board Certified Behavior Analyst) - $125/hour

BCaBA (Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst) - $80/hour

RBT (Registered Behavior Technician) - $60/hour

ABA support services may be:

  • Billed through insurance (if student does not currently have an active authorization with another ABA provider)

  • Funded through scholarship-supported ABA services

  • Provided through self-pay arrangements

Support recommendations are determined individually through the intake and assessment process.

Program Hours & Location

  • 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM

  • ·Half days available

Hours

5001 West Lemon Street Tampa, FL 33609

Location

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