July 10 - July 22, 2023
Cohorts of Affinity campers attend for two consecutive summers (rising 7th and 8th graders). In their second year, campers will learn about independent school options for high school. If interested, Affinity Camp leaders will support campers through the application process for Athenian and other independent schools in the area.
Specific activities will vary from year to year. Here are some highlights from our 2021 pilot program:
-
Campfires and s'mores
-
Fun overnight activities in the Athenian dormitories
-
3-night whitewater rafting trip
-
Coding web pages on a social justice topics
-
Monterey Bay Aquarium Day Trip
-
California Academy of Science
-
Inspirational Guest speakers
-
Ropes course
-
BIPOC Artists Movie Night
- Swimming
- BBQ Celebration and Showcase
As a co-educational day and boarding school, Athenian is equipped with dormitories and dining facilities to host campers overnight for a fully-immersive camp experience! Camp staff will oversee dorm life separated by camper gender identity. If your child identifies as non-binary, we will work with you to ensure they feel comfortable, safe and affirmed in our dormitory setting. Dormitories have single rooms with one camper per room, as well as private bathrooms that campers use one-at-a-time. Meals are provided by our school’s kitchen staff, and food allergies and restrictions are carefully planned for. We will provide more information regarding dormitory living to accepted families.
As the program grows, we hope to see Affinity Camp alumni return as camp counselors and mentors!