You're invited to our second annual luncheon, designed to help answer questions that parents ask as children with special needs grow up. What happens after graduation? What should we do before our child reaches the age of 18? What are options after high school and transition programs are completed? Bring your questions! $5 per person;... Read more »
Summer is quickly ending and we’re missing our Campers! Camp Banyan will convene at Skycrest Community Church to produce some beautiful Ink & Alcohol paintings.* *Keep in mind, we are anticipating some artwork to emerge from this session that we can turn into merchandise for our FUNraiser on Oct. 28th. Labor Day Camp Banyan Art Session: RSVP Today! 10:00am to 1:00pm on Monday,... Read more »
It's that time of year again - time to make your plans to be a part of Spring Break Camp 2018! For young adults with disabilities, (ages 16 to 29), preparing for independence. March 26 - 28th, 9am - 3pm First Christian Church of Clearwater (2299 Drew St.) Cost is $75 per Camper Purpose: to promote... Read more »
Week 1 - June 11-15
Theme: "Where in the World?"
Week One will take us all over the world, exploring travel, language, customs and foods. Our life
skill emphasis is building communication skills and we will practice mock job interviews.
Field Trip on Friday: Passport Adventure at Heritage Village
Week 2 - June 18-22
Theme: "Music Lovers Welcome"
Week Two explores different genres of music and dance, simple composition and rhythm, and how
music affects emotions. Life skills will focus on planning and organization. Special Guests: The Ries Brothers. Field Trip: Behind the Scenes at a Theatre... and more!
Week 3 - June 25-29
Theme: "Capture Your Image"
Week Three is all about presentation – making a good first impression, manners & etiquette. Life and employment skills feature photography and videography (in front of and behind the camera)
Field Trip: Incredibles 2 movie
Week 4 - July 9-13
Theme: "Appreciate the Arts"
Week Four presents the opportunity to dabble in all sorts of art mediums, including clay!
Special Guest visit from The Florida Orchestra Petting Zoo
Week 5 - July 16-20
Theme: "Explore the Cosmos"
Week Five. It’s a big universe out there! Let’s look beyond ourselves and do some exploring. Our Core Value of “Be Involved” is key this week and we will look at the many volunteer opportunities that exist in our community.
Field Trip: The SPC Planetarium in St. Petersburg
Week 6 - July 23-27
Theme: "Christmas in July"
Week Six is a week-long celebration! Get used to red and green. We will plan the menu, go shopping and prepare the Friday lunch buffet. This is the week we put together and deliver Christmas in July Swag Bags for All Children's Hospital patients.
Field Trip: All Children's Hospital on “Christmas Eve”, July 24th
Parent Resource Luncheon - July 27
Parents & Caregivers of Camp Banyan campers and other members of the handicapable community are invited to our Resource Luncheon. During this time, we bring in representatives from helpful resources for those with special needs in our community. Help us by spreading the word to other families with special needs!