COUNSELORS-IN-TRAINING
Learn how Camp Howard is preparing to have camp during COVID-19!

     ARE YOU AN INCOMING HIGH SCHOOL FRESHMAN OR SOPHOMORE?

The Camp Howard Counselor-in-Training (CIT) Program is a specialty camp offered for incoming high school freshmen and sophomores. The program is designed to encourage and promote development in both leadership and communication skills. Skills that are necessary for future camp staff members; as well as, the many other areas of life in general. The overall objective of our CIT program is to provide the participants with tools and opportunities for growth and confidence.

Highlights of the Camp Howard CIT Experience:

Make a Difference
Be a Mentor
Earn Service Hours
Enhance Resume

CIT 2021 SCHEDULE
(Multiple Sessions Available)

The CIT program is a four (4) week program known as CIT 1 & CIT 2. While it is recommended to schedule both week-long sessions (A & B) back-to-back, it is not necessary, as long as they are taken in order. Incoming sophomores in high school may choose to complete all four weeks this summer. Incoming high school freshmen will complete the CIT 1 program (2 weeks) this summer and return next summer for the CIT 2 program.

Click which Session you'd like to register for below!
Open to high school freshman and sophomores

CIT 1 A; CIT 2 A   Session 1  July 5 – July 9, 2021

CIT 1 B; CIT 2 B   Session 2  July 12 – July 16, 2021

CIT 1 A; CIT 2 A   Session 3  July 19 – July 23, 2021

CIT 1 B; CIT 2 B   Session 4  July 26 – July 30, 2021  

CIT 1 A; CIT 2 A   Session 5  August 2 – August 6, 2021  

CIT 1 B; CIT 2 B   Session 6  August 9 – August 13, 2021 

CIT 1 (Year 1)

This portion of the CIT program is comprised of two (2) week-long camp sessions referred to as, CIT 1A & CIT 1B. The primary goal of this first year (CIT 1) is to prepare participants to transition from being a camper to a potential staff member within the camp setting.

CIT 1s attend daily group meetings with the CIT Director to go over curriculum-specific training, focusing on leadership and communication skills, engage in group exercises, and explore camp staffing initiatives through Q & A sessions. In conjunction with this instructional component, CITs may be assigned to a cabin/unit, in order to shadow Unit staff. Shadowing is an essential part of the CIT program, as it allows the CITs to experience camp from the staff perspective, which is key to initiating the transition from camper to a staff member.

Available to Incoming High School Freshmen and Sophomores

CIT 2 (Year 2)

This portion of the CIT program is also comprised of two (2) week-long camp sessions referred to as, CIT 2A & CIT 2B. The primary goal of this second year (CIT 2) is for the participants to continue their transition from camper to a potential staff member within the camp setting.

CIT 2s still attend daily group meetings with the CIT Director to go over curriculum-specific training, focusing on additional leadership and communication skills. Similar to the previous year, CIT 2s are once again paired with a summer staff member as a job shadow, during their first week. Focusing on continuing the transition from camper to a staff member; as well as, learning more about the duties and responsibilities of the camp staff. Week 2, the final week of the CIT program, CIT 2s are given the opportunity to take a more active role in assisting with various camp programs.

Available to Incoming High School Freshmen and Sophomores who completed the CIT 1 program.

CIT REQUIREMENTS

Complete and submit a CIT Application

Register and pay online (each session is a separate registration)

Interview with a member of the CYO/Camp Howard Staff

Secure and submit two references (see CIT Reference Form)

CONTACT

Peggy English
Summer Camp Director
Email: peggye@cyocamphoward.org
Phone: (503) 231-9484

CIT BENEFITS

More Highlights of the Camp Howard CIT Experience:

• Meeting new people, they might not otherwise have had a chance to meet.
• Taking home great memories of the fun, friendships, and unique experiences from camp along with the desire to return.
• Strengthen personal values through faith experiences. 
• The opportunity to escape from electronics and experience the beauty of the outdoors.

Repetition, Repetition, Repetition: One Reason Camp Is a Unique Professional Experience

Read this American Camp Association article and learn:

• Failure at Camp is OK if You Make it OK

• Incremental Development isn't a Radical Concept

• Set. Revisit. Reset. Repeat!