Mission

Mission

Prior research has shown that providing campers with fun-filled experiences can encourage development of important communication and socialization skills. The long-term goal of the program is to support the San Marcos school district and community development for enhancement of recreational opportunities for young children and adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder.

Objectives

• To promote physical activity among children with ASD in the San Marcos community and surrounding areas
• To provide children with ASD in the San Marcos and surrounding communities access to quality virtual recreational summer camp experiences
• To address the lack of recreational activities for children with ASD by introducing the children to a variety of camp activities
• To assist children with ASD in a daily schedule that provides time for arts and crafts, games, physical/therapeutic recreational activities, and many other important activities
• To allow each child to improve his/her fine and gross motor skills, sensory-motor development, and socialization skills
• To improve life skills, such as eating, toileting, and hygiene among children with ASD
• To provide our camp counselors with hands-on experiences and training on how to facilitate play, talk, communication, and interaction with children with ASD.