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Affinity Camps

BIPOC Affinity Camp

The BIPOC Affinity Camp Experience:

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!







Thinking about joining the fun?

In addition to all of the fun-filled adventures, camp will introduce rising 7th and 8th graders to the independent school ecosystem and encourage them to take agency to and through their high school experience. Below are some of the characteristics of a likely match for this program:
Your child...
  • identifies as Black, Indigenous or a Person of Color
  • are a rising 7th and 8th graders
  • has a report card with mostly As, Bs and limited Cs(or equivalency of those grades)
  • is able to commit to attending for two consecutive summers
  • is interested in pursuing an academic and social challenge

Join our Affinity Camp Community!

Complete the application form below. Your application will then be reviewed and we will notify you of your acceptance.
  • Complete this application form by April 24.
    • Provide student information and upload student grades from your school
  • Upon acceptance into BIPOC camp (you'll be notified within 2 weeks of the application deadline)
    • Sign and complete required camper info, medical and liability forms through Active and Magnus (more information to come about these two platforms)
    • Pay your chosen amount for camp tuition (either $0 or pay-what-you-can)
    • Read Camp Guidebook and Attend Mandatory Virtual Orientation

Important Dates:

Important Milestones: Dates:
Online Application Open March 10
Application Deadline April 24
Acceptance Notification Within 2 weeks of application deadline
Mandatory Virtual Orientation TBA
BIPOC Affinity Camp Run July 10 - July 22, 2023






FAQs:

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  • What are the steps to apply?

    Complete the application form below. Your application will then be reviewed and we will notify you of your acceptance.
    • Complete this application form by April 24.
      • Provide student information and upload student grades from your school
    • Upon acceptance into BIPOC camp (you'll be notified within 2 weeks of the application deadline)
      • Sign and complete required camper info, medical and liability forms through Active and Magnus (more information to come about these two platforms)
      • Pay your chosen amount for camp tuition (either $0 or pay-what-you-can)
      • Read Camp Guidebook and Attend Mandatory Virtual Orientation

  • Is this camp right for my child?

    In addition to all of the fun-filled adventures, camp will introduce rising 7th and 8th graders to the independent school ecosystem and encourage them to take agency to and through their high school experience. Below are some of the characteristics of a likely match for this program:

    Your child...
    • identifies as Black, Indigenous or a Person of Color
    • are a rising 7th and 8th graders
    • has a report card with mostly As, Bs and limited Cs(or equivalency of those grades)
    • is able to commit to attending for two consecutive summers
    • is interested in pursuing an academic and social challenge

  • How much will it cost?

    In short, camp is free or "pay-what-you-can". The true cost per camper is $2,950, and we encourage you to pay the full amount if your circumstances permit. This includes all camp activities, room, board, and food!

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  • How are meals handled on the school's campus?

    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.

  • Where do campers sleep and what does this look like for attendees?

    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.



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