Summer Camps Aim to Keep Kids Out of Trouble
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) — Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott wants to keep kids out of trouble. Unfortunately, he says they can get restless over the summer, which can lead to bad decisions, like offenses. The Sheriff’s Department is offering a number of summer camps to keep kids occupied. Camps include: 1. Stars of Tomorrow Elementary Camp: Introduction to DARE and Great programs; as well as activities to promote fitness and team building Age group: rising third through fifth graders Application: http://www.rcsd.net/stars_of_tomorrow_elementary_camp-2015.pdf 2. Character Camp: Activities and classes that promote positive character building skills and good citizenship to help elementary students transition to middle school Age group: rising sixth graders Application: http://www.rcsd.net/summer_character_camp_application-2015.pdf 3. Sports Camp: Introduction to fundamentals and skill building in a variety of sports; focus on team building, character and sportsmanship Age group: rising seventh through ninth graders Application: http://www.rcsd.net/summer_sports_camp_application-2015.pdf 4. Leadership Camp: Provides various life skills (public speaking, community service, financial planning, etc.) as well as team and individual confidence building Age group: rising ninth through 12th graders Application: http://www.rcsd.net/summer_camp_leadership_application-2015.pdf 5. CSI Kids Camp: Introduction to technology behind crime scene investigation with various hands-on and computer interactive activities Age group: rising fourth through sixth graders Application: http://www.rcsd.net/csi_kids_summer_camp_application-2015.pdf 6. Chess Camp: Teaching students how to play chess and use the power of thinking; improve social skills, build discipline and confidence Age group: rising fourth through 12th graders Application: http://www.rcsd.net/summer_chess_camp_application-2015.pdf The fee for most camps is $50 per two week camp and is due on or before the first day of camp. Chess Camp is $25 per two week camp. For more information be sure to visit, http://www.rcsd.net/summer_camps.html.
