Counselor in Training (CITs)

Our CIT Program at LEAD (Leaders, Entrepreneurs and Athletic Development) gives rising 10th and 11th grade students a chance to learn life lessons, teamwork and responsibility. In addition, responsible CIT’s will receive a college letter of recommendation from the Camp Directors.  LEAD CAMP combines the best in athletic development and entrepreneurship training for students in grades 4th – 9th.  

CIT cost: $299 

Expectations:

• Model good behavior, set the example. (You are a role model and younger campers are watching!)

Participate in the athletic development and leadership activities.

• Be a friend to all campers. Encourage nervous or struggling campers. Be inclusive.
• Approach camp with a positive attitude – your enthusiasm is contagious!
• Communicate with the staff you are working with. Ask how you can help, and do your best to perform any tasks or responsibilities they give you.
• Be creative and work with staff to come up with implementing the curriculum.
• Begin to think about camp from a counselor’s perspective. How can you help make transitions go smoothly? What are the group dynamics within your activity? What characteristics of the LEAD staff make them good leaders?
• Help all participants engage in the program experience.
• Respond to any requests from the directors or parents in a timely and professional manner.
• Foster a sense of team spirit and fun.