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The Ultimate 2024 Guide to Summer Day Camps in Atlanta, Georgia

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Find the perfect summer day camp for your child! From traditional outdoor camps to specialty and sports camps, there’s something for every interest.

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Atlanta ballet centre for dance education summer day programs.

Immerse your child in the world of dance with Atlanta Ballet’s Summer Day Programs. Choose from Summer Creative Movement (ages 2 to 6), Dance for Joy (ages 5 to 7), Young Dancer Summer Experience (ages 8 to 10) or Junior Summer Intensive (ages 10 to 17).  June 8-July 27.

Atlanta Girls’ School

SMART Girls Camp is a time for rising 1st–rising 6th grade girls to shine! Campers gain confidence by trying new experiences, expand their minds by exploring new topics, and share the fun with new friends. SMART Girls Camp is filled with hands-on learning experiences. June 3-14.

Atlanta History Center Summer Camps

History comes to life at Atlanta History Center’s summer camp! Grades K-8 will explore the past through games, historic simulations, and more. A variety of history-themed camps includes American history, animation, and art. Writing camps include the fundamentals of writing, mysteries, and monsters. June 3-28.

Center for Puppetry Arts

Puppet Camp is the ultimate summertime adventure! Campers will have a blast learning about puppetry traditions from all over the world, building their own puppets, and playing and exploring alongside new friends. Three different summer Puppet Camps are designed to inspire and delight their specific age group (6-7, 8-9, and 10-12). June 10-July 26.

Club SciKidz

Club SciKidz is the best place under the sun for STEM based science and technology camps. 70+ offerings include topics such as Veterinary Medicine, Lego Robotics, Minecraft, American Doll, and Environmental Sciences such as Climate Change and Rescuing the Rainforest! June 10-July 26.

Community Music Centers of Atlanta

CMC Atlanta’s day camps combine creative, effective music curriculum and good, old-fashioned fun, with themed camps for grades K-5 and Performance Workshops for grades 6-8 and 9-12. Camps focus on musical styles, genres or instruments to ensure camper’s genuine interests are met. May 28-Aug. 2.

Forefront Arts Theatre Camps

One-week theatre, dance, and music performance camps include Taylor Swift Popstar Camp, Percy Jackson, Willy Wonka, Barbie, Harry Potter, Mean Girls, Improv & Comedy and Trolls! Teens will love the full-scale Summer Stock production or the Counselors-In-Training leadership program. June-August.

Marist School

Spend your summer at Marist School! Camp offerings include sports camps, fun camp, music technology & production, personal essay startup; SAT/ACT boot camp; science camp; sports medicine camp; sports center broadcasting camp; entertainment tonight broadcasting camp; and theater camp. Ages 5 to 17; after-camp care is available. June 3-August 2.

MJCCA Day Camps

At MJCCA Day Camps, campers make lifelong friendships, try something new and have the best summer ever! The possibilities for an amazing summer are endless with theme, sports, performing arts, teen and traditional camps for kids in rising Pre-K through 9th grade. May 28-Aug. 9.

Mount Paran Christian School

Plan your summer fun at MPCS! Exciting opportunities for academic, arts, athletic and “faith and fun” camps. Camp Elevation, LEGO, Spanish, fishing, and Falcons Football camp are just a few of more than 60 summer programs offered in a Christ-centered environment. June 5-July 21.

North Cobb Christian School

Your child is unique, and their summer should be, too. Choose a customized camp program where your child can dive deep into areas of interest, or have a blast at NCCS’s weekly high-energy Camp Eagle – within a nurturing Christian school environment. May 27-July 26.

Pace Academy Summer Programs

Camps for K-12th grade students provide a personalized experience – in a convenient and welcoming environment. This summer, there are a variety of camp options in academic, athletic, STEAM, visual/performing arts and specialty programs! June 3-July 19.

Spruill Center for the Arts and Stage Door Theatre

Celebrate summer with the arts! Get ready for a lively, creative, art-filled summer programs in visual and performing arts for ages 3-18. Each week, campers will take a deep dive into subjects in the arts, studio arts, musical theatre, acting and much more. May 28-Aug. 9.

Trinity School Summer Camp

Embark on an unforgettable experience! Trinity offers a variety of academic, specialty, and sports camps for children ages 4-13. From art to Legos, science to sports, choose your child’s summer adventure!  June 3–28 plus a curated offering of camps July 29–Aug. 2.

The Walker School Summer Programs

Walker Summer Programs are the best way to spend your summer! Offering an extensive and diverse selection of enrichment opportunities for students ages 3-14. Half-day and full-day options available weekly. Early drop-off and extended care are available. May 28-Aug. 2.

Wesleyan School

Wesleyan Summer Camps make summers fun for all children ages 5-14! Day camps have fun weekly themes, with structured activities and free time for outdoor activities, arts and crafts, and games. Enrichment, athletic, academic and fine arts camps are available in a wide range of options. June 10-28 and July 8-19.

Woodward Academy

With over 150 offerings, Woodward Academy Camps offer scholars, athletes and artists an array of enrichment, athletic, academic, and activity camps on two campuses in College Park and Johns Creek. Camps are open to the public and are accessible through an exceptional bus system. May 28-July 26. 

Zoo Atlanta Summer Safari Camp

Through Zoo explorations, up-close animal encounters, STEAM-based projects, science activities, environmental games and more, campers learn about attainable strategies and goals to combat environmental issues and are charged with finding simple ways they can make a difference. Ages 5-14; May 28-Aug. 2.

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Academic and Enrichment Summer Camps in Metro Atlanta

Biz4Youth Fundamental business concepts in a fun, hands on, highly creative environment – entrepreneurship, funding, finance, marketing, technology and more. July 15-19.

Dale Carnegie Generation.Next High school students build confidence and personal leadership, learn to be persuasive communicators and strengthen relationship skills. June 5-7 and 18-20, July 9-11 and 24-26.

Lindamood-Bell Learning Camps Change learning for life! One-to-one intervention for reading, comprehension, spelling and math; personalized instruction through In-person and live-online camps.

Sage School Summer Camp At Camp Ignite, rising 1st-5th graders with dyslexia are empowered to flex their creative minds while reviewing core skills needed for success. July 15-19.

The Schenck School Summer Adventures Campers with dyslexia discover new friendships, engage in hands-on learning, and create lasting memories. Rising 1st-8th grade. June 6-28.

Summer Explorations at Swift School Rising K-6th grade students engage in programming focused on reading, writing, and language arts while filling their summer with enrichment and fun. July 8-25.

Wealthy Habits Money Smart Camp Build good money habits and make finance fun with interactive games and activities. Five metro Atlanta locations. May 28-July 12.

Young Writers Intensive for Middle and High School at Agnes Scott College  One- and two-week sessions. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Fiction, creative, non-fiction, storytelling and poetry writing for ages ages 11-18. 

Art Summer Camps in Metro Atlanta

Carlisle Montessori School Camp Carlisle offers Montessori hands-on fun with nature, art and science.

Chastain Arts Center KickstART Summer Camps, designed for budding artists ages 5-17, include Pop Art & Comics, Clay Works, Colors and Symbols, Public Art and more.

Fabricate Studios Sessions in sewing, fiber arts, fashion design, cosplay and more for ages 7 and up. May 28-July 31.

Michael C. Carlos Museum Camp Carlos offers creative and educational half-day camps for ages 7-17 centered on the Museum’s collections.

Spruill Center for the Arts and Stage Door Theatre Creative, art-filled summer programs in visual and performing arts for ages 3-18 with arts, studio arts, musical theatre, acting and more. May 28-Aug. 9.

Vinings School of Art  Sessions for campers ages 6-13 years include painting, drawing, mosaics, clay and sculpture.

Zone of Light Studio Weekly themed camps with daily activities, art projects, reading and writing, acting and outdoor games. Ages 5-12. May 28-Aug. 9.

Dance/Music Camps in Metro Atlanta

Atlanta Ballet Summer Day Programs Creative Movement (ages 2 to 6), Dance for Joy (ages 5 to 7), Young Dancer Summer Experience (ages 8 to 10) or Junior Summer Intensive (ages 10 to 17).  June 8-July 27.

Atlanta Dance Central Broadway Bound, American Doll, the Eras Tour and Ballet Magic, fostering growth in a supportive atmosphere while creating lasting friendships. For ages 3-18.  June 10-July 31.

Atlanta Dance and Music Academy Summer Camps. Dance and music programs for ages 3-18 in voice, piano, guitar, ballet, hip-hop, contemporary and more . 

Community Music Centers of Atlanta Themed music and instrument camps, music academies and performance workshops for grades K-12. May 28-Aug. 2.

GSU College of the Arts Summer Music Institute Intensive musician training for ages 13-18; tracks include choral, orchestral, jazz and music industry.

Guitar Shed – Camp Woodshed Students ages 8-16 will  work on technique, music fundamentals, and playing with other musicians.

Moving in the Spirit Summer dance camp for ages 8-13 combines online and in-person dance instruction with creative youth development and leadership training.

School of Rock Johns Creek A variety of music camps for musicians of any skill level in guitar, bass, drums, keyboard and vocals; ages 8-17. June 3-July 26.

Terminus Ballet School Summer dance intensives for ages 9 and older enrich young artists’ talents in a supportive studio environment. June 3-July 27.

Drama, Theater and Acting Camps in Metro Atlanta

Alliance Theatre Drama Camps Creative, acting and drama camps for children ages 19 mos.-18 years. Available at 9 convenient Atlanta locations. May 28-Aug. 2.

ART Station Summer Art Camps Ages 5-14 can discover creativity through performing, literary and visual arts.

Atlanta Shakespeare Academy Camps A wide variety of summer camps and programs for kids of all stages of creative development and exploration, rising PreK-rising college freshmen. May 28-July 26.

Center for Puppetry Arts Puppet Camp Learn about the creative and collaborative world of puppetry in Puppet Arts Camp (ages 6-7), Puppet Discovery (ages 8-9) and Puppet Theatre (ages 10-12). June 10-July 26.

Dad’s Garage Theatre Summer Camp Summer improv camps teach kids the basics of improv in a supportive, encouraging atmosphere; each session culminates in a show for family and friends. June 10-July 26.

Forefront Arts Children’s Theatre Drama, dance, music and specialty camps for ages 4-18; Taylor Swift Popstar Camp, Percy Jackson, Willy Wonka, Barbie and more. June-Aug.

Stagedoor Theatre Summer Camps Ballet, musical theatre, acting and more for ages 3-18. May 28-Aug. 2.

General Camps in Metro Atlanta

Atlanta Girls’ School SMART Girls Camp Rising 1st-6th grade girls will gain confidence by trying new experiences, expand their minds by exploring new topics, and share the fun with new friends. June 3-14.

Atlanta Montessori International School Themed camps for ages 6-12, from arts and sports to science, where kids learn and have fun.

Camp Arrowhead Adventure-fueled, Jesus-centered day camp with rope elements, team competitions, theme days and more. May 27-Aug. 2.

Carrington Academy Summer Camps Sports, makerspace, STEAM, science, drama, arts and more for ages 5-11.

Cedars Preschool Art, science, technology, sports and teambuilding with weekly themed events for ages 5-13.

Creative Explorers Camp at University of Georgia A hybrid day and residential camp where students can explore topics including creative writing, theatre and marine biology.

Endeavor Montessori Themed summer camps for ages 6-12 include Beach Daze, Party in the USA, Summertime Circus and more .

Galloway School Choose weekly themes during Galloway@Play, plus specialty camps in science, technology, art and more. PreK-12th grade. June 3-July 26.

Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta Camp Outdoor adventure, STEM, horses, art, water activities, and more! Day and sleepaway camp options available for girls 5-15. June 2-July 26.

High Meadows Summer Day Camp Traditional outdoor activities for rising K-9th grade including archery, woodworking, crafts, drama, nature, sports and more. June 3.-Aug. 2.

In the City Camps Kids’ camps and tween academies for K-8th grade; form friendships, explore areas of interest, overcome fears and cultivate a love of Judaism. June 3-Aug. 2.

Josh Powell Summer Camp Kids ages 5-10 can unplug and play during sessions in arts and crafts, fort building, canoeing, swimming, volleyball, archery and more. May 28-June 14.

KinderCare Champ Camp Campers ages 5-12 will participate in STEM, art, outdoor activities, teamwork and more while discovering new things about themselves and the world. May 28-Aug 2.

Lovett Summer at Lovett offers traditional and specialty camps, including day camps, academic courses, fine arts and athletics camps, and study skills programs. June 3-July 19.

Lutheranch Camp Outdoor Explorers, Horse Lover’s and Wrangler-in-Training day camps for ages 5-17 include a variety of fun outdoor experiences. 

Marcus Jewish Community Center of Atlanta (MJCCA) Summer Day Camps Traditional outdoor camps for ages 4-18 with boating, rock wall, zip line and more, plus performing arts, sports, theme and teen camps. May 28-Aug. 9.

Marist School Summer Camps Camp offerings for ages 5-17 in sports, sports, music, ceramics, science, personal essay start-up, SAT/ACT boot camp and more. June 3-Aug. 2.

McGinnis Woods School Sunsational Summer “Sunsational” camps for ages 4-13  featuring weekly themes, with art, STEM, music, water games and more. May 28-Aug. 2.

Montessori Academy at Sharon Springs Educational and fun camps such as Mad About Meteorology, Teamwork and Party in the USA .

Montessori Academy at Vickery Weekly themes include Rocking Robots & Machines, Teamwork and Dino World. Ages 6-9.

Mount Paran Christian School Summer Programs Academic, arts, athletic and “faith and fun” camp for ages 3-13 – Camp Elevation, LEGO, Spanish, fishing, Falcons Football and more. June 5-July 21.

North Cobb Christian School Summer Camps Non-stop fun at Camp Eagle plus specialty camps in sports, STEAM, academics, art, driver’s ed and more; ages 4-18. May 27-July 26.

O2B Kids Summer Camp Weekly themed camps for ages 5-13 include superhero, safari extreme science, building, camping and more.

Oak Grove Academy Themed summer camps for ages 5-10, including meteorology, space, circus, robots, teamwork and more.

Oak Tree Camps Arts and crafts, outdoor activities, engaging games, stimulating STEAM projects, dance sessions, and cooking adventures for ages 5-14. June 3-28 and July 8-26.

Pace Academy Summer Programs Academic, athletic, STEAM, visual/ performing arts and specialty programs, plus Drivers Education, SSAT, ACT, and SAT camps for K-12th grade. June 3-July 19.

Paideia School Summer Camp Creative, individualized and sports camps for ages 3-14; arts, handicrafts, theater, outdoor games and play and more. June 10-July 17.

Parker-Chase Preschool Engaging and educational camps for ages 5-12 include Friends of the Rainforest, All Star Athletes, Wild West and Summertime Circus.

Phase Family Learning Center Summer camp programs tailored for children ages 5 to 12, in a safe and warm environment where your child will learn to thrive. May 28-Aug. 2.

Pinecrest Academy Summer camps for ages 5 and up build virtue, confidence and friendships while teaching new skills in a safe, Christian, loving environment. June 3-July 19.

Richmond Hill Montessori Academy Summer camps for ages 5-12 with a new theme each week, including a ll-star athletes, dino world, meteorology, career day and more .

Saint Anne’s Day School Summer Camp Camps for ages 2-7 years emphasize the outdoors, music and movement, arts and crafts, nature, science and summer fun. June 10-July 19.

Steve & Kate’s Camp Media lab, stage, water play, sports, maker crafts, bread making, special weekly activities and more for ages 5-12. 

Sunshine House Legendary Summer Camp Exciting experiences, activities and field trips! Bigfoot, Atlantis, stars, sports legends and more for ages 5-12. May 28-Aug. 2.

Trinity School Summer Camp Sessions for ages 4-13 include a cademics, specialties, and sports, including before-/after-care. June 3–28 plus a curated offering of camps June 3–Aug. 2.

Walker School Summer Programs A variety of academic, athletic and art camps for ages 3-14, including robotics, games, film, creative writing and more. May 28-Aug. 2.

Wesleyan School Summer Camps Open to the public for ages 3-14; weekly themed c amps include arts, athletics, STEM, and fine arts. June 10-28 and July 8-19.

Woodward Academy Summer Camps More than 150 camp offerings for ages 5-18, including technology, arts and crafts, sports, outdoor activities and more. May 28-July 26.

YMCA of Metro Atlanta Leadership, sports, swim, reading, cooking, art, STEAM, cheer, dance and more for ages 3-15 at multiple locations.

History Camps in Metro Atlanta

Atlanta History Center History and writing camps for grades K-8 explore the past through games, historic simulations, and more. June 3-28.

Camp Flashback Technology-free summer fun and learning at historic Donaldson-Bannister Farm. Arts and crafts, woodworking, candle making and more. June 10-July 26.

Language Camps in Metro Atlanta

Da Vinci International School French, Spanish and English Immersion summer camp with crafts, science experiments, nature and more. Weekly themes; ages 18 months–10 years. June 3-July 26.

GAO Chinese Culture Academy Summer Camp Experience Chinese culture through Chinese art, film, games, story club, reading and more.

The Spanish Academy  Total immersion Spanish camps with hands-on learning and a different theme each week. Start dates vary by location. June 3-Aug. 9.

STARTALK Exploring Career Pathways in Chinese or Korean at Agnes Scott College Language, music and sports immersion, cultural activities and field trips for ages 15-18.

Nature Camps in Metro Atlanta

Camp Kingfisher at Chattahoochee Nature Center Hikes, animal encounters, science explorations, canoeing, swimming, archery, arts and more for 4 years-rising 9th grade. May 28-Aug. 1.

Summer Safari Camp at Zoo Atlanta Weekly themes encourage campers ages 5-14 to explore the natural world and how to make a difference for wildlife while having fun. May 28-Aug. 2. 

Parks and Recreation Camps in Metro Atlanta

Alpharetta Recreation and Parks Summer Camps Full- and half-day specialty camps with weekly or multi-day sessions for ages 6-15. May-Aug.

Gem City Summer Day Camp Gem City Summer Day Camp includes sports, arts and crafts, science experiments and field trips. May 27-July 26.

Gwinnett County Parks & Recreation Camps Art, swimming, dance, games, water play and more. Weekly themed camps include lunch and snack; CAPS approved for ages 5-13. May 28-July 26.

Sandy Springs Recreation and Parks A variety of themes includes Explorer Day Camp, Sports Camp, Ultimate Frisbee Camp, and more. 

Special Needs Camps in Metro Atlanta

Arthur M. Blank Center for Stuttering Education & Research Campers who stutter increase communication, self-confidence and leadership skills at “Camp Dream. Speak. Live. July 15-19.

Bright Path Academy of Georgia Summer Camp Campers ages 11-18 participate in social/emotional, art, physical and academic activities. 

The Schenck School Summer Adventures Discover new friendships, engage in hands-on learning, and create lasting memories. Rising 1st-8th grade. June 6-28.

Therapy & Learning Center of Georgia Social Skills camp for individuals with social pragmatic deficits, Level 1 High Functioning Autism, ADHD, and language disorders; Academic Camps for children with learning disabilities; and Camp ABA for patients receiving ABA services.

Sports Camps in Metro Atlanta

Atlanta Volleyball Academy Skills camps for ages 6 and up focused on hitting, passing, setting and blocking; plus advanced beach volleyball camps. June-July.

Atlanta School of Gymnastics Camps include gymnastics, games, arts and crafts, water play and more. 

Best Tennis Camp Basic and High-Performance camps develop tennis-specific skills, such as teamwork, balance, agility, hand eye coordination and more.

Hi-Five Sports Camps and Leagues Fun and challenging team sports for ages 1-4 that teach interpersonal skills, healthy competition, playing hard and playing fair.

Leading Edge Gymnastics Academy Themed camps for ages 3-12 grow kids’ love for gymnastics, with arts and crafts, games, relays and water play.

Nike Sports Camps/US Sports Camps Youth summer sports camps across 22 sports in Atlanta and greater metro area for all ages and ability levels.

The Peach Pit Gymnastics and cheer camps for ages 3 and older. Spring floor, bars, balance beam, vault stations and foam pit plus dance, crafts, yoga, games and special events. May 28-Aug. 2.

SwemSchool SwemCamp Fun-filled camps with swimming instruction, water play and STEAM activities to explore the continents.

STEM Camps in Metro Atlanta

Astro Camp Youth STEM Camp at Agnes Scott College Explore astrophysics, earth science, heliophysics, planets, and the Space Station. Ages 11-17.

Camp Invention Hands-on STEM programs for grades K-6 designed to inspire confidence and persistence and build STEM skills. June 3-28.

CAMPMODA – Museum of Design Atlanta Kids practice design mindsets and learn how to use STEM tools while having fun – game design, Minecraft, maker lab and more.

Camp Tech Revolution at Agnes Scott College Featuring 60+ courses in STEM learning throughout the summer for ages 10-15. 

Club SciKidz Fun, safe, and scientific camps where kids engage in learning new skills with like-minded friends. June 10-July 26.

CodeWizardsHQ Live online camps and summer classes for ages 8-18; one- and three-week coding camps, one-week Minecraft and Roblox camps.

Friends School of Atlanta Weekly STEAM-inspired camps in arts, math, science, theater, drones, fashion design and more for ages 5-14. June 3-July 26.

Science Akadémeia, The Atlanta Preschool of Science STEM activities including coding, robotics, tutorials, science experiments and more for ages 3-12. May 28-Aug. 2.

Science of Fun STEM Camp STEM and STEAM camps for ages 5-9 with hands-on activities, outdoor play and more. May 23-July 26.

Sky Zone Roswell Sky Camp activities for ages 5-13 include open trampoline jumping, dodgeball, Sky Slam, Wipe Out, Sky Fitness, games and crafts.

SPIKE Studio Summer STEAM Academy for rising grades 8-12; students will conceive, develop and present creative solutions to real-world problems. June 10-21.

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Theme and Specialty Camps in Metro Atlanta

Circus Summer Camp Trapeze, juggling, clowning, magic, unicycling and miming, with a grand finale show each Friday; ages 5-18. June 3-July 26.

Easy Going Sewing Students ages 11-17 learn to sew and make projects to use and wear. June 3-Aug. 2.

Flour Power Cooking Studios Ages 5-12 create their own snacks and lunch, plus arts and crafts, kitchen science and more. Weekly themes. May 28-Aug. 1.

Kid Chess Improve chess skills and challenge top-rated, kid-friendly coaches. Ages 5-12.

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The Moonlight & Magnolia Writing Conference, since its inception in 1982, has been dedicated to nurturing writers at all stages of their careers. Open to writers of all genres, it offers a supportive and enriching environment for both new and established writers.

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This conference is designed for writers seeking to connect with publishing acquisitions editors and literary agents. It offers manuscript critiques, pitch meetings, workshops, and talks by experienced authors and industry professionals, aiming to educate about the publishing industry and the craft of writing.

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Bringing forward more than 329 years of excellence in Quaker Education

Summer Camps 2024

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CAMP REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!

Now serving rising kindergarteners, about our weekly camps:.

The Friends School of Atlanta offers weekly STEAM-inspired day camps over the course of 7 weeks for rising kindergarten through rising 9th grade students during the summer months of June and July. We offer a variety of camps that are designed to engage and challenge kids at every stage of development.

Each week, our campers embark on a new journey as they discover a new subject matter of area of interest. From coding and robotics to dance camp and creative writing workshops with real authors, your child will have the opportunity to explore a wide range of STEAM subjects throughout the summer. Our weekly camps offer more than just a summer break activity, they’re enrichment tools. We believe the best way to learn is by doing, and our campers will participate in exciting, hands-on-activities and projects that make science, technology, engineering, arts, and math come alive. We also understand the importance of play in a child’s development. Our schedule incorporates plenty of active play time to keep your child engaged, healthy and having a blast.

Our passionate and experienced instructors are dedicated to sparking curiosity and fostering creativity in every child. They proactively provide a supportive and safe environment for learning and exploration. Our camps emphasize teamwork and collaboration. Children learn to work together, share ideas, and solve problems, which are essential life skills that extend beyond the classroom. At the end of each week, most camps offer children the opportunity to showcase their projects and discoveries to friends and family. Community invitations are typically tied to our arts and performance camps.

Summer Camp Pricing

The weekly rate for all camps is $300 per week. 

Aftercare is also available for an additional fee of $80 per week. 

Week 1: June 3rd – June 7th Week 2: June 10th – June 14th Week 3: June 17th – June 21st Week 4: June 24th – June 28th Week 5: July 8th – July 12th Week 6: July 15th – July 19th  Week 7: July 22nd – July 26th

Registration

Summer camp registration is managed through our ultracamp registration portal. please scroll past the student clubs section to see registration for our summer camps. kindly note, families should register for aftercare at the time of summer camp registration as spots fill up quickly..

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2024 Tentative Summer Camp Lineup

  • Adventure Explorers: Weekly themes allowing children to use their imagination while learning math, literacy, art, and science skills.
  • Aqua Explorers Camp: This camp offers an immersive summer experience where students engage in hands-on exploration of the water cycle, unraveling its mysteries through activities focused on evaporation, condensation, precipitation, and collection.
  • Blue Planet: Arts, Crafts, and Conservation: Campers will embark on a thrilling journey, creating marine-themed masterpieces while nurturing a passion for ocean preservation.
  • Butterfly Art Camp: Explore a week of Butterfly Arts & Crafts by reading, playing, creating, and enjoying the fun-filled activities.
  • Culinary Kids Camp: Embark on a delectable journey at our Culinary Camp, where aspiring chefs explore the world of flavors, techniques, and creativity, crafting unforgettable dishes while igniting their passion for cooking!
  • Premium Dragons: Martial Arts:   Embark on an epic adventure at the Premium Dragons Martial Arts Camp led by the legendary Donald Jett, where kids dive into thrilling martial arts techniques, ancient wisdom, and loads of fun, making lifelong friends while mastering the art of awesome!
  • Talented Twirls Dance Camp: Immerse your child in dance history and hands-on fun, fostering a love for movement and cultural diversity.
  • Social Emotional Learning Camp: A carefully crafted program designed to nurture your child’s emotional intelligence, foster meaningful relationships, and instill essential life skills. 
  • Elementary Drama Camp–Kids Take the Stage: Immerse your child in the enchanting world of theater with our delightful camp, where they’ll joyfully discover the basics of stage movement and terminology through engaging games and activities. 
  • Listening 4 Justice: The Listening 4 Justice camp offers young people developmentally appropriate opportunities to learn about race and racism. Through personal and collective stories shared in highly engaging and interactive ways, campers work together to answer the question: What is ours to do for racial healing and cultural justice?
  • Wonder of Nature: Explore native plants, practice nature-based Ground Kids Yoga and Mindfulness, and engage in daily nature crafts in our various outdoor environments.
  • Wonderful World of Watercolors : Embrace the summer by delving into a week of watercolor exploration, where creativity flourishes through learning techniques and crafting new paintings daily
  • Homemade Candy Factory: Indulge in a sweet adventure at Homemade Candy Factory camp, where kids explore the delightful world of confectionery, crafting their own delicious treats and learning the art of candy making.
  • Jewelry Making: Craft a variety of unique jewelry using exciting materials and learning new techniques in a week filled with creative exploration.
  • Creative Writing Workshop: Have fun brainstorming, collaborating, and writing alongside H.D. Hunter, Atlanta native and author of the science-fiction adventure series, Futureland (Random House). H.D. will lead students through activities that not only make their writing stronger but help them to find their own unique style.
  • Young Artists: Unleash creativity at Young Artists camp, where students of all skill levels explore various art forms, from collaging to painting, providing an introduction to art principles, design, and historical periods, fostering self-expression and skills for ongoing creative journeys.
  • Nature All Around Us: Immerse in the wonders of the outdoors where children explore, learn, and connect with the beauty of the natural world through engaging activities and environmental adventures. 
  • Whacky Science with Ms. R: Embark on a wild and whimsical journey at Whacky Science Camp! Dive into hands-on experiments, explosive demonstrations, and lively scientific activities that will spark curiosity and laughter.
  • Slime Camp: Immerse yourself in a slime-making extravaganza at this camp, where participants will experiment with a variety of materials such as beads, foam balls, glitter, clay, and more, unleashing their creativity in the world of slime.
  • Creative Writing Workshop:  Have fun brainstorming, collaborating, and writing alongside H.D. Hunter, Atlanta native and author of the science-fiction adventure series, Futureland (Random House). H.D. will lead students through activities that not only make their writing stronger but help them to find their own unique style.
  • Coding Camp: Dive into the world of coding at our camp, where young minds learn essential programming skills through hands-on projects and creative problem-solving.
  • Premium Dragons: Martial Arts:  Embark on an epic adventure at the Premium Dragons Martial Arts Camp led by the legendary Donald Jett, where kids dive into thrilling martial arts techniques, ancient wisdom, and loads of fun, making lifelong friends while mastering the art of awesome!
  • Drone Zone: This unique experience invites participants to delve into the exciting world of drone technology while also being tasked with researching real-world challenges and exploring how drones can contribute to innovative solutions.
  • Intro the Video Production: Students will learn the basics of video production, including writing a script, lighting and shooting a performance, and editing and uploading video.
  • Middle School Theatre Camp: Middle school students are invited to a week of self-expression and creativity, where they’ll use their voices and bodies to engage in the exciting world of improvisatory theater.
  • Math and Robotics Camp: This unique program is designed to captivate young minds, offering a perfect blend of mathematical exploration and hands-on robotics adventures.
  • Rock Band Camp: Middle school students with intermediate musical skills in guitar, bass, keyboard, drums, and vocals are invited to fulfill the dream of being in a band! This camp is designed for students to enhance their performance abilities and concludes with a Friday afternoon showcase for family and friends.
  • Crafting Short Stories:   Campers will learn the basic building blocks of good short fiction, read several impactful short stories, and begin crafting their own work of short fiction. 
  • Minecraft Camp: Join this thrilling camp where we’ll embark on a game completion adventure, engage in imaginative mini-games, and collaboratively build a town to emphasize social skills, communication, and teamwork in an unforgettable blend of learning and fun.
  • Disc Sports: Enroll your kids in Disc Sports Camp, an active and fun-filled experience perfect for outdoor enthusiasts passionate about disc sports. From Ultimate Frisbee to Disc Golf, they’ll learn special techniques, creative throws, teamwork, precision, and strategy, all while enjoying the excitement of watching professional games for advanced tactics.

Summer Camps by Week

  • Adventure Explorers
  • Bracelet Making
  • Butterfly Art Camp
  • Culinary Kids Camp
  • Homemade Candy Factory
  • Introduction to Video Production
  • Listening 4 Justice (Rising K - 4th)
  • Listening 4 Justice (5th - 8th)
  • Nature All Around Us
  • Premium Dragons: Martial Arts
  • Wonder of Nature
  • Young Artists
  • Blue Planet: Arts, Crafts, and Conservation
  • Cheerleading Camp
  • Elementary Drama - Kids Take the Stage
  • Minecraft Camp
  • Planet Power
  • Talented Twirls Dance Camp
  • Wacky Science with Ms. R
  • Wonderful World of Watercolors
  • Aqua Explorers
  • Crafting Short Stories
  • Disc Sports
  • Middle School Theatre Camp
  • The Future Film Writers
  • Whacky Science with Ms. R
  • Coding Camp
  • Rock Band Camp
  • Creative Writing Workshop with H.D. Hunter
  • Middle School Theatre
  • The Future of Film Writers
  • Creative Writing Workshop with H.D.Hunter
  • Elementary Drama Camp - Kids Take the Stage
  • Listening for Justice (Rising K - 4th)
  • Math and Robotics Camp
  • Martial Arts Camp
  • Simply Baking
  • Blue Planet: Arts, Crafts and Conservation
  • Listening for Justice (5th - 8th)

Inquiries about our summer camps should be directed to Jodeci Acosta-Gorman, Summer Camps Director, at [email protected] .

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The  Amphibian Foundation , which is a separate organization from FSA, is proud to be returning to the FSA Campus for its 10th year of Critter Camp!  In honor of its 10th year, there will be new and improved lessons and activities for campers to participate in!

Critter Camp  is an exciting science-based look into the world of reptiles and amphibians. Critter Camp introduces campers to the incredible biodiversity of amphibians and reptiles, using tropical as well as native Georgia species to illustrate aspects of biology and conservation. Critter Camp is a safe, hands-on experience where campers get to touch and hold the amazing animals they learn about! Join us this summer!

Sadly, Critter Camp does not provide an Aftercare option. The camp day ends at 3 pm.

Questions? Please contact Critter Camp Director, Crystal   Mandica ,  [email protected]  or by phone at  562 7 RIBBIT  (742248).

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Kaitlin Bevis

Kaitlin Bevis spent her childhood curled up with a book and a pen. If the ending didn’t agree with her, she rewrote it. Because she’s always wanted to be a writer, she spent high school and college learning everything she could to achieve that goal. After graduating college with a BFA in English: Creative Writing, an MAT in English: Secondary Education, and an E.d.S in School Library Media, Kaitlin went on to write the bestselling Daughters of Zeus series. You can learn more about Kaitlin and her books at KaitlinBevis.com. This is Kaitlin’s seventh year as a Summer Academy instructor.

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Elizabeth Sadler

Elizabeth Sadler loves to read and write adventure novels with fantasy elements. She holds an M.A. in English Literature from George Mason University, as well as an M.F.A. in writing popular fiction from Seton Hill University and has been published in New Myths and Separate Worlds. She currently resides in Athens, Georgia, where she teaches British Literature to unsuspecting seniors. This is Elizabeth’s fourth year as a Summer Academy Instructor.

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"Writopia was Abey's first inclusion experience. He was embraced by the community and encouraged to submit his writing for publications and awards. Abey was very happy at Writopia and it gave us the confidence to transition from a private special education school to a NYC public high school. His highest compliment is 'This is just like Writopia.'" Michelle Noris
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Debaters work with a set team and explore a variety of topics and stances through the use of sparring and gameplay. Novice and Experienced workshops available. Plus, our new "Rhetoric Rookie" workshops are open to 7-9 year olds!

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Improve your writing skills this summer using the resources available at the exhibits, historic buildings and gardens of the Atlanta History Center. We’ll apply research skills that can help both your informative and creative writing. Become a pro at bringing characters and events to life on the page!  

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The 2024 Atlanta Writing Workshop

Get your writing published: march 16, 2024, the 2024 atlanta writing workshop: march 16, 2024.

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This writing event is a wonderful opportunity to get intense instruction over the course of one day, pitch a literary agent or editor (optional), get your questions answered, and more. Note that there are limited seats at the event (200 total). All questions about the event regarding schedule, details and registration are answered below. Thank you for your interest in the 2024 Atlanta Writing Workshop! We are very proud of our many success stories where attendees sign with agents following events — see our growing list of success stories here .

(Please note that this is an in-person event. We at Writing Day Workshops plan both online and in-person events. This next ATLWW is an in-person event happening in the north suburbs on March 16, 2024. See you there.)

WHAT IS IT?

This is a special one-day “How to Get Published” writing workshop on Saturday, March 16, 2024, at the Le Meridien Atlanta Peremeter by Marriott (north central suburbs). In other words, it’s one day full of classes and advice designed to give you the best instruction concerning how to get your writing & books published. We’ll discuss your publishing opportunities today, how to write queries & pitches, how to market yourself and your books, what makes an agent/editor stop reading your manuscript, and more. No matter what you’re writing — fiction or nonfiction — the day’s classes will help point you in the right direction. Writers of all genres are welcome.

This event is designed to squeeze as much into one day of learning as possible. You can ask any questions you like during the classes, and get your specific concerns addressed. We will have literary agents onsite to give feedback and take pitches from writers, as well. This year’s agent and editor faculty so far includes:

  • literary agent Ismita Hussain (Great Dog Literary)
  • literary agent Alex Reubert (Sanford J. Greenburger Associates)
  • literary agent Rebecca Rodd (Levine Greenberg Rostan Literary)
  • literary agent Laura Usselman (Stuart Krichevsky Literary Agency)
  • literary agent Laurie Dennison (Creative Media Agency)
  • literary agent Carey Blankenship Kramer (Belcastro Agency)
  • literary agent Christine Goss (The Purcell Agency)
  • literary scout Stephanie Hollifield (Corvisiero Literary)
  • literary agent Kristen Terrette (Martin Literary Management)
  • literary agent Erin Clyburn (Howland Literary)
  • editor Zoie Janelle Konneker (Peachtree Publishing Company)
  • and possibly more to come.

By the end of the day, you will have all the tools you need to move forward on your writing journey. This independent event is organized by coordinator Brian Klems of Writing Day Workshops, with administration from the Broadleaf Writers Association .  Contact Brian at [email protected] to register.

EVENT LOCATION & DETAILS:

9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m., Saturday, March 16, 2024 — at the Le Meridien Atlanta Perimeter by Marriott (north central suburbs), 111 Perimeter Center W, Atlanta, GA 30346.

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THIS YEAR’S SESSIONS & WORKSHOPS (MARCH 16, 2024):

What you see below is a quick layout of the day’s events. The topics below are mostly set, but subject to change. You can see a more detailed layout of the day’s classes on the Schedule Page here .

Please Note: There will be 2-3 classes/workshops going at all times during the day, so you will have your choice of what class you attend at any time. The final schedule of topics is subject to change, but here is the current layout:

8:30 – 9:30: Check-in and registration at the event location.

BLOCK ONE: 9:30 – 10:30

1. Character Motivation in Fiction: Your Protagonist’s “I Want” Song . In this workshop by a published novelist, we’ll look at the essential elements of character motivation and how to best convey them in different types of fiction.

2. How to Write a Great Query Letter for Your Novel . This workshop is a thorough crash course in writing an awesome query letter.

BLOCK TWO: 10:45 – 11:50

1. Demystifying Contemporary Fiction Categories . The terms used for categorizing contemporary fiction have changed a lot over the years. In this workshop, we’ll go through the major categories, provide some recent examples, and talk about the stylistic hallmarks of each category.

2. How to Write a Great Story from Scratch . This class will walk you through an adaptable process to write a fun, memorable, and cohesive story starting from word one. Learn how to think through your characters, plot, and setting before you even start writing, eliminating the need for too many rounds of revisions.

(What you see here is a quick layout of the day’s events. See a full layout of the day’s sessions, with detailed descriptions, on th e official Schedule Page here .)

LUNCH ON YOUR OWN: 11:50 – 1:15

Lunch is on your own during these 85 minutes.

BLOCK THREE: 1:15 – 2:30

1. “Writers Got Talent”—a Page 1 Critique Fest (room) . This is a chance to get your first page read (anonymously — no bylines given) with attending agents commenting on what was liked or not liked about the submission.

2.  How to Pitch Yourself and Your Nonfiction Book . Proposals are essential for writers trying to secure an agent and, eventually, a book deal. This class will break down the proposal by section and discuss not only what should go into it and where to find good resources, but how to present the best version of yourself and your book.

BLOCK FOUR: 2:45 – 3:45

1. Open Agent Q&A Panel. Several attending literary agents will open themselves up to open Q&A from ATLWW attendees. Bring your questions and get them answered in this popular session.

2. From Book Deal to Publication—Everything You Need to Know . Congratulations, you’ve sold your book! Now what? From submitting your manuscript for developmental edits to seeing your finished book on the shelf, this session will help demystify what comes after you sign with a publisher.

(What you see here is a quick layout of the day’s events. See a full layout of the day’s sessions, with detailed descriptions, on the official Schedule Page here .)

BLOCK FIVE: 4:00 – 5:00

1. Organic Marketing For Authors: How to Sell Yourself and Your Book . From bookmarks and bumper stickers to social media and podcasting, this class will show you how to grow your brand and your platform in traditional and nontraditional ways.

2.  What to Do in the Waiting: How to Keep Your Momentum While Waiting for Answers from Agents and Publishers . Publishing is a slow journey. Here are some tips on how to keep moving forward in your publishing career while you are in a time of waiting– whether your book is on submission or you are in the query trenches.

SESSIONS END: 5:00

At 5 p.m., the day is done. Speakers will make themselves available by the workshop’s bookstore for a short while to sign any books for attendees.

Agent & Editor Pitching: All throughout the day.

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PITCH AN AGENT OR EDITOR:

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ADDED ONLINE PITCHING : To ensure that writers have a robust and diverse lineup of agents & editors to pitch, 2024 Atlanta Writing Workshop attendees will have the ability to also pitch literary agents at the Writing Day Workshops *online* event that follows the 2024 ATLWW on our calendar.

That event is the 2024 Online Writing Workshop of San Francisco , April 5-6, 2024, which will have 30-40 agents taking one-on-one Zoom virtual pitches.

This means that 2024 ATLWW attendees can have access to pitching all those online San Francisco agents — pitches still at $29 each — without being a formal registrant for the online April 2024 WWSF. (That said, if you want to formally register for the April 5-6 WWSF and have access to all classes and panels, let us know, as there is a discount for confirmed Atlanta attendees.)

If you are interested in this added pitching opportunity, the first step is to get formally registered for Atlanta. Following the ATLWW conference on March 16, 2024, we will be in touch with all Atlanta attendees and ask them if they want to partake in pitching online agents at the 2024 WWSF (April 5-6) . At that time, you can communicate your pitch requests and purchase meeting time.

         More 2024 agents to be announced as they are confirmed. You can sign up for pitches at any time, or switch pitches at any time, so long as the agent in question still has appointments open.

These one-on-one meetings are an amazing chance to pitch your book face-to-face with an agent, and get personal, individual feedback on your pitch/concept. If the agent likes your pitch, they’ll request to see part/all of your book — sending you straight past the slush pile. It also gives you an intimate chance to meet with an agent and pick their brain with any questions on your mind.

(Please note that Agent/Editor Pitching is an add-on, separate aspect of the day, for only those who sign up. Spaces are limited for these premium meetings, and pricing/detail is explained below.)

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$199 — EARLY BIRD base price for registration to the 2024 ATLWW and access to all workshops, all day. As of fall 2023, registration is now OPEN.

Add $29 — to secure a 10-minute one-on-one meeting with any of our literary agents or editors in attendance. Use this special meeting as a chance to pitch your work and get professional feedback on your pitch. (Spaces limited.) If they wish, attendees are free to sign up for multiple 10-minute pitch sessions at $29/session — pitching multiple individuals, or securing 20 minutes to pitch one person rather than the usual 10. Here are four quick testimonials regarding writers who have signed with literary agents after pitching them at prior Writing Day Workshops events. (Our bigger, growing  list of success stories an be seen here .)

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Add $69 — for an in-depth, personal critique of your one-page query letter from Brian Klems, one of the day’s instructors. (This rate is a special event value for Atlanta Writing Workshop attendees only.) Registrants are encouraged to take advantage of the specially-priced critique, so they can send out their query letter with confidence following the workshop. Also, if you are meeting with an agent at the event, you’re essentially speaking your query letter aloud to them. Wouldn’t it be wise to give that query letter (i.e., your pitch) one great edit before that meeting?

Add $89 — for an in-depth personal critique of the first 10 pages of your novel. Spaces with faculty for these critiques are very limited, and participating attendees will either 1) get an in-person meeting at the workshop, if the faculty member is attending the live event, or 2) get a 10-minute phone call with the faculty member, and have notes passed along via email, if the critiquer is not attending the live event. Options:

  • Horror, fantasy, and urban fantasy (in-person critiques): Faculty member Bob McGough , a podcaster and author, will get your work in advance, critique the first 10 double-spaced pages of your book, meet with you at the 2024 ATLWW event for 15 minutes sometime during the workshop to discuss his thoughts, and pass along written critique notes before or after the in-person meeting.
  • Upmarket, literary fiction, contemporary romance, contemporary YA, YA romance, light fantasy & paranormal (grounded in our current world), memoir (in-person critiques): Faculty member Lauren Karcz , an author, will get your work in advance, critique the first 10 double-spaced pages of your book, meet with you at the 2024 ATLWW event for 15 minutes sometime during the workshop to discuss her thoughts, and pass along written critique notes before or after the in-person meeting.
  • Women’s fiction, contemporary/mainstream fiction, literary fiction, young adult, and memoir (virtual critiques) : Faculty member Kimiko Nakamura , a literary agent and writing coach, will get your work in advance, critique the first 10 double-spaced pages of your book, meet with you online (Zoom, etc.) or by phone for 15 minutes sometime before the workshop to discuss her thoughts, and pass along written critique notes before or after the meeting.
  • Children’s picture books and middle grade (virtual critiques) : Faculty member Brittany Thurman , a published author, will get your work in advance, critique the first 10 double-spaced pages of your book, meet with you online (Zoom, etc.) or by phone for 15 minutes sometime before the workshop to discuss her thoughts, and pass along written critique notes before or after the meeting. If you submit a picture book, it must be 1,000 words or fewer (can have illustrations or not).
  • Commercial women’s fiction, thriller/suspense, thriller with romantic elements, cozy mystery, YA thriller, young adult in general, middle-grade, literary fiction, and fantasy (virtual critiques) : Faculty member Amberly Finarelli , a former literary agent and current writing coach, will get your work in advance, critique the first 10 double-spaced pages of your book, meet with you online (Zoom, etc.) or by phone for 15 minutes sometime before the workshop to discuss her thoughts, and pass along written critique notes before or after the meeting.
  • Science fiction, fantasy, romance, horror, young adult SFF, urban fantasy (virtual critiques) : Faculty member Wesley Chu , a published novelist, will get your work in advance, critique the first 10 double-spaced pages of your book, meet with you online (Zoom, etc.) or by phone for 15 minutes sometime before the workshop to discuss his thoughts, and pass along written critique notes before or after the meeting.
  • More critique options possibly forthcoming

How to pay/register — Registration is now open. Reach out to workshop organizer Brian Klems via email: [email protected] , and he will provide specific instructions for payment and registration to get you a reserved seat at the event. Payment is by credit card, PayPal, or check. Because Brian plans different workshops, make sure you note that you’re inquiring about the Atlanta workshop specifically.

REGISTRATION:

Because of limited space at the venue (Le Meridien Atlanta Perimeter by Marriott), the workshop can only allow 200 registrants, unless spacing issues change. For this reason, we encourage you to book sooner rather than later.

Are spaces still available? Yes, we still have spaces available. We will announce RIGHT HERE, at this point on this web page, when all spaces are taken. If you do not see a note right here saying how all spaces are booked, then yes, we still have room, and you are encouraged to register.

How to Register : The easy first step is simply to reach out to workshop organizer Brian Klems via email: [email protected] . He will pass along registration information to you, and give instructions on how to pay by credit card, PayPal, or check. Once payment is complete, you will have a reserved seat at the event. The ATLWW will send out periodic e-mail updates to all registered attendees with any & all news about the event. Because Brian plans different workshops, make sure you note that you’re inquiring about the Atlanta workshop specifically.

Refunds : If you sign up for the event and have to cancel for any reason at any time, you will receive 50% of your total payment back [sent by check or PayPal]. The other 50% is nonrefundable and will not be returned, and helps the workshop ensure that only those truly interested in the limited spacing sign up for the event. (Please note that query editing payments and manuscript editing payments are completely non-refundable if the instructor has already edited your work.)

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Get to Know an Agent in Attendance: Rebecca Rodd of Levine Greenberg Rostan Literary Agency

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Rebecca joined the agency in August of 2020 and currently assists Danielle Svetcov, Kerry Sparks, and Sarah Bedingfield, while building her own list.

Rebecca received her Bachelor’s degree in English from (the illustrious) Spelman College and holds a Master’s degree in Library Science from CUNY Queens College. Before joining the agency, she was a Library Information Supervisor at Brooklyn Public Library, where she specialized in children’s literature and programming.

As a reader, Rebecca’s interests cover a wide range of genres, but most of all, she loves to read adult and YA upmarket commercial fiction that centers people of color, filled with nuance and dimension. Whether she’s reading literary fiction, contemporary fiction, something with a speculative bend, or a book club romcom, she loves to get wrapped up in a page-turning story with thoughtful, multi-dimensional characters and strong voices. And while she will always argue that “the book was better,” she is intrigued by stories she can imagine watching on the big screen, or preferably, on the small screen from the comfort of her couch.

In the nonfiction space, Rebecca is interested in millennial experiences and perspectives. She’s also interested in pop culture and social commentary, especially from underrepresented voices.

Currently, in YA and adult fiction, Rebecca is looking for: anything set on an HBCU campus, a BIPOC Big Bang Theory, a love story with the depth and complexity of Tia Williams’s Seven Days in June, or a devourable romcom that would sit nicely on a shelf with Jasmine Guillory and Helen Hoang. . In children’s, Rebecca would love to find an ensemble cast boasting equal parts brains, snark, and determination a la The Mysterious Benedict Society.

Clients include Arushi Avachat, Paige Classey, Pieper James, and Emily Marano.

Get to Know an Agent in Attendance: Ismita Hussain of Great Dog Literary

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Ismita is a Georgia native and graduate of Emory University, where she studied Human Health and Italian. During college, she also worked for various Atlanta area hospitals in departments ranging from neonatal to geriatric care. In her Desi household, she grew up speaking Bangla, Hindi, and Urdu. Ismita is a founding member of Disability in Publishing and currently serves on their Board of Directors. She also participated in the 2022 Literary Agents of Change Mentorship Program.

Some of her favorite authors are Flannery O’Connor, Cormac McCarthy, Oscar Wilde, and Tom Perrotta. Ismita is especially drawn to fiction with a Southern setting, gritty realist writing, and any books that explore health or disability. Ultimately though, she’s a sucker for writing with a great sense of humor. Member: AALA

In Adult Fiction she seeks:

Literary Fiction, Upmarket, New Adult, Short Story Collections.

Specifically: Fiction in all genres that is informed by, or inspired by, the myths and superstitions of a culture. Fiction that features food service/restaurant culture. Satire, and humorous fiction that comes with a message or reveals a truth about people/society.

Ismita is open to novels that fit these categories but have some genre-fiction elements (ie. literary fiction with a speculative twist).

The most important elements that grab Ismita’s attention are style and literary quality writing.

In Adult Nonfiction she seeks:

Narrative Nonfiction, Pop Culture, Humor, Memoir, Travel, Cookbooks, History, Sports

Specifically: Narrative nonfiction that discusses medicine or health in a way that is accessible and well researched. Nonfiction that makes the reader see their body in a different way. Cookbooks that explore a niche ingredient/theme and cookbooks that tell a story. Quirky and visually stunning coffee table books.

The most important elements that grab Ismita’s attention are expertise and a surprising/niche topic.

In Young Adult she seeks:

Contemporary, Rom-Com, Novel-in-verse, Commercial

Specifically: YA rom-coms featuring desi teens. Retellings of classic stories that haven’t been redone to death (no Shakespeare, King Arthur, etc) and that provide a twist or a fresh new take. A heist book.

The most important elements that grab Ismita’s attention are themes/situations that are true to the teen experience today and commercial quality.

In All Genres she seeks:

Southern settings, Italian settings, Gritty and Realist writing, Books that explore health/disability,

Request/Referral Only

Get to Know a Literary Scout in Attendance: Stephanie Hollifield of Corvisiero Literary

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As a literary scout, she is taking pitches on behalf of all the agents at her agency, and passing along worthy submissions to proper agents. That means she can take pitches for the following:  adult fantasy (all kinds), intricate historical novels set before the 20th century, horror, psychological thrillers, LGBTQIA+ stories, young adult contemporary, young adult sci-fi and fantasy, women’s fiction, literary fiction, upmarket/commercial, mysteries, work from historically marginalized and underrepresented voice, folklore retellings, and magical realism.

Growing up in a large family, she was surrounded by love, laughter, and creativity. Her love for reading began in kindergarten and hasn’t slowed down since.

Over the past decade, she has dedicated her life to education, teaching students from age one to thirteen while self-publishing eight romance novels in the last eight years. Her weekends often consist of sitting at some sporting activity with her children while passing the time with a good book. It’s been a lifelong dream to pursue a career in the literary world to help underrepresented voices be heard.

She is personally interested in unique romance stories with strong heroes and heroines that work through their past trauma to find something real. She also loves Children’s lit that teaches valuable life lessons and can be tied into a teacher’s curriculum, YA stories, Mystery/Thrillers, and Fantasy.​

Get to Know an Agent in Attendance: Laura Usselman of Stuart Krichevsky Literary Agency

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Laura represents adult nonfiction and select literary fiction. Her favorite novels are written in distinctive prose and have memorable characters at their heart. “My fiction interests include character-centered fiction of all stripes, from the formally strange to the family saga. I’m looking for fiction projects that are grounded in strong writing, especially those that make a reader think in a slightly new way about what it is like to be a person.”

“For nonfiction, I am interested in thoughtful narrative nonfiction for younger readers, restlessly curious idea books, and voice-driven memoir. I am looking for writers with an obsessive, insatiable interest in something, who can help me understand something new. I have a special interest in unusual American perspectives, across genres.” Special areas of interest include legal and business narratives, cultural criticism, and contemporary parenthood.

Before joining SKLA, Laura earned her MFA in Fiction at Virginia Tech and worked at Cambridge University Press. A native of Atlanta and an alum of the University of Georgia, she lives with her spouse and her three daughters in Decatur, Georgia.

Get to Know an Agent in Attendance: Alex Reubert of Sanford J. Greenburger Associates

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Alex is pursuing books that, either by style or story, demand he keep reading. For fiction that includes debuts, stories of love, family epics, and coming-of-age, at any age. He loves world literature and wants to see more books published in the U.S. that are not set in the U.S. He is eager to read and represent voices that have been historically de-centered. Thrillers and speculative stories that skew literary are welcome, as is any narrator looking back and trying to make sense of their life.

For nonfiction, he’s interested in memoir, psychology, narrative, philosophy, literary studies, art history, pop science, and cultural studies. The memoirs might be playful in the way they arrange time, the essays written in an undeniable voice. He’s also seeking poets and musicians that have ventured into prose. Writers that instill a sense of curiosity and wonder in others, no matter the subject, should get in touch and tell him about their work.

Alex joined the scouting department of Sanford J. Greenburger Associates at the start of 2019. Prior to the agency, he worked as a bookseller at WORD Bookstores and interned with New Directions and W.W. Norton & Company. Originally from Georgia, he lives in Brooklyn where he enjoys walking through parks and going to delis. Find him on Twitter @alex_reubert

Get to Know an Agent in Attendance: Christine Goss of The Purcell Agency

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Christine is a graduate of Lake Forest College with a BA in communications. Formerly a sales representative, she has skills that pair well with her love of reading and story development. As an author herself, she is aware of what it requires and the hard work it takes to get to the final product of a completed book. Christine is drawn to stories with high stakes and tension. The first pages need to draw her in with action. She wants to be sucked into the world on the pages through a unique voice. When she’s not working, reading, or writing, she’s usually chasing her two boys who are likely chasing her fur baby (dog).

She is seeking:

I am always looking for LGBTQ+ and stories by underrepresented authors

Adult fiction:

– Upmarket Fiction/Commercial – Romance: – Fantasy/Romantasy – Dystopian or utopian

Young Adult / New Adult:

– Upmarket Fiction/Commercial Fiction – Romance – Fantasy/Romantasy – Dystopian or utopian

Middle Grade through Adult:

– Graphic Novels

Nonfiction:

– Cookbooks: Original family recipes with anecdotes sprinkled throughout. A true story of cooking. – Stories about motherhood, unspoken troubles and hardships of new motherhood. – A story that would compel readers to take care of themselves or expand sympathy/understanding for themselves (Re: YOU SHOULD REALLY TALK TO SOMEONE).

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Christine would love to see books about approachable ways for a sustainable lifestyle. With work resuming and people going back to the office, how can the environment still be top of mind? Anything exposing fast fashion and how fashion is detrimental to the environment, and not only that but how to practice “slow fashion”.

Favorite Authors: Ali Hazelwood, Talia Hibbert, Isabel Cañas, Chloe Liese, Jessica Joyce, Meryl Wilsner, Ashley Poston, Rebecca Ross, Amy Lea, K.A. Tucker

What I’m NOT looking for at this time: picture books, children’s book, middle grade chapter books (though would take graphic novels), religious, police procedural, anything including the death of a small child.

Get to Know an Agent in Attendance: Carey Blankenship-Kramer of Belcastro Agency

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After growing up surrounded by books and people who loved to read them, Carey dreamed of bringing more books to the hands of avid readers like herself. She graduated from Berry College with a dual degree in English and Creative Writing. She later received her master’s in Writing and Digital Communications from Agnes Scott College. She has experience working with both publishing houses and literary agencies and loves her role as Junior Agent at Belcastro Agency. As an editorial agent, she loves working closely with her authors to ensure their stories come to life on the page.

While her sweet spot is horror and middle grade, Carey’s tastes are wide and varied. From mystery to fantasy to science fiction, she loves anything that can draw her in and have her rooting for the main characters.

Specifics Across All Genres and Age Groups:

  • If you have a strong platform and love what you do, feel free to pitch me a concept.
  • Diverse stories from Ownvoices.
  • HORROR. Horror, horror, horror! If you have something remotely spooky, Carey wants to see it.
  • Neurodiversity rep. As someone with ADHD, anxiety, and depression, neurodiversity is extremely important to Carey.
  • Queer stories, especially those with happy endings.
  • Quiet, coming of age stories for MG audiences, especially if the word count is on the smaller side with a twinge of magic.
  • Stories with animal sidekicks / main characters / or just fluffy pals. Especially horses.
  • Dragons! Or anything with mythological creatures.
  • Tennis centered books.
  • Stories set in the South.

Middle Grade specifics:

  • Contemporary
  • Science Fiction
  • Literally everything. Carey LOVES Middle Grade.

Young Adult specifics:

  • Graphic Novel

New Adult/Adult specifics:

Carey is NOT accepting

  • Stories where the animals die. I’m so sorry, I am weak and cannot handle it.

Some of her most recent favorites include Ghost Squad by Claribel A. Ortega, The House in the Cerulean Sea by T.J. Klune, Love and Other Words by Christina Lauren, The Tea Dragon Society by Katie O’Neill, How High We Go in the Dark by Sequoia Nagamatsu, When the Angels Left the Old Country by Sacha Lamb, The Broken Girls by Simone St. James, and Just South of Home by Karen Strong.

Outside of work and writing, you can usually find Carey spending time with her small zoo and husband, getting way too competitive on the tennis court, gardening, playing video games, or eating candy.

Get to Know an Agent in Attendance: Laurie Dennison of Creative Media Agency

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After earning her master’s degree from the University of Florida, Laurie Dennison began her career as an English teacher. She then spent over ten years working as a freelance writer and editor in desktop publishing, including serving as a Pitch Wars mentor for five years. In 2022 she attended the Denver Publishing Institute, leading to an internship at Creative Media Agency, Inc. before stepping into her role as an associate agent and internship coordinator at CMA.

In adult books, Laurie seeks:

  • Light fantasy/paranormal grounded in the real world
  • Book Club Fiction
  • Women’s Fiction
  • Domestic Suspense
  • Commercial Mystery/Thriller
  • Women’s Issues
  • young adult/children’s

In Young Adult books, she seeks:

  • Suspense/Thriller/Mystery
  • Light Fantasy/Paranormal
  • Light Science Fiction

I especially love upmarket writing, complex characters, and immersive settings. I enjoy upbeat, positive stories but don’t shy away from darker themes. Complicated relationships and family dynamics are a particular interest of mine, and I appreciate character development that is directly and organically integrated with the plot. In nonfiction, I’m interested in authors who are specialists in their fields, have strong platforms, and can help me see the world in a new light.

We live in a diverse world, and I want to see diversity of all types authentically represented in all genres; I’d love to champion minority voices as I build my list.

I’m not looking for picture books, middle grade, military or political thrillers, adult high fantasy or science fiction, horror, dystopian, or business books.

I love books that keep me engaged and turning pages late into the night. I want stories and characters that make me feel something, with concepts that are familiar enough to be relatable but unique enough to offer a fresh perspective. In nonfiction I’m inspired by timely work that helps me see the world in a new way.

I always knew my dream job would involve reading, and now I get to do it every day! I love the moment when a story completely captures my attention and I lose track of time. I am so grateful for the opportunity to partner with authors, help them realize their vision for a project, and place their work to reach readers, all while working collaboratively in a community that loves books as much as I do.

Get to Know an Editor in Attendance: Zoie Janelle Konneker of Peachtree Books

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Raised in the suburbs of Atlanta, she interned at two local publishing houses in 2019 and graduated from Georgia Tech in with a BS in Literature, Media, & Communication in 2020. Between her graduation and her acceptance of a full-time role at Peachtree in the winter of 2021, she worked as a Foster Coordinator at a metro-Atlanta animal shelter and attributes her love for animals and spreadsheets to her time there. Her goal is to leave the world better than she found it through elevating underrepresented voices in children’s literature and putting relatable, relevant stories in the hands of those that need them most.

Manuscript Wishlist

I am seeking fiction novels across middle-grade and young adult audiences. I am looking for timeless, emotive, and well-paced books.

Middle Grade:

I am looking for standalone titles that are full of action and heart. I enjoy historical fiction, contemporary, sci-fi (CYBERPUNK, steampunk, soft science fiction), fantasy (urban, animal, magical, dystopian, high fantasy), supernatural, and plenty of humor. My current priority is light-hearted historical fiction (anywhere from the 1800s to 1990s) with a unique setting and voice and/or anything magical realism.

Cringe-worthy coming-of-age stories with strong-willed, messy, emotional protagonists are my favorite. The manuscript should also be child-centered (non-human characters OK), plot-driven, and should contain realistic, culturally relevant themes. Women’s/LGBTQIA+/Black/Indigenous history and equality is a priority for me, so stories about a particular time in history that is often overlooked or whitewashed are particularly intriguing. I also seek out stories with neurodivergent protagonists in particular. Body positivity and body diversity are also a huge plus.

I enjoy themes of friendship, compassion, sharing, honesty, learning and problem-solving, self-esteem/acceptance and self-reliance, identity, imagination and creativity, decision-making, unconventional or found families, LGBTQIA+ and racial equality.

I am looking for immersive, evenly paced writing that emphasizes and amplifies the protagonist’s unique voice. I prefer not to acquire books written in verse.

  • Bonus points:
  • Well-timed plot twists
  • Southeastern U.S. setting
  • Sapphic characters

Young Adult:

I am looking for standalone titles with immersive, atmospheric writing that emphasizes and amplifies the protagonist’s (or protagonists’) unique voice. I prefer to acquire books written in prose. I seek out manuscripts that are equally plot and character-driven, highly descriptive, and evenly paces. Atmosphere, mood, and voice are make or break.

Genres: Fiction: historical fiction (1800s – 1990s), contemporary, sci-fi (cyberpunk, steampunk, soft science fiction), fantasy (urban, animal, magical, dystopian, high fantasy with unique magic system), magical realism, supernatural, humor, romance (prefer rom-coms to dramas), retellings (of lesser-known myths/lore)

Subject matter: Human/character-centered, social-emotional learning, neurodiversity, women’s/LGBTQIA+/Black/Indigenous history and equality, family, friendships, relationships, growing up, coming of age/entering the world as an adult

Themes: Friendship, compassion, self-esteem and self-reliance, identity, imagination and creativity, decision-making, unconventional or found families/family trauma or troubles, LGBTQIA+ and racial equality

Bonus Points: — Sapphic characters — Gender nonconforming characters — Cats

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Summer School

The summer 2023 sections of introduction to poetry writing and introduction to fiction writing are not permission courses. an application is  not  required.   summer registration opens february 7, 2023., first session: may 12 - june 21, 2023, engcw 271w-1 introduction to poetry writing, online tu/th 9:45-11:15am, nick sturm.

Contemporary Lineages  

This class is an opportunity to generate new creative work in a collaborative, critical setting. In order to develop the relationship between creative reading practices and creative writing practices, we will read and discuss books by a number of 20th and 21st century poets whose work will guide our discussion of poetic techniques and aesthetic practices. We will study these poets in order to study our own interests, intentions, and practices as writers. In particular, we will explore and critique the concept of “other lineages,” of the various micro-traditions and aesthetic affiliations that exist between poets. Students should expect to devote themselves to a practice of reading and writing and be prepared for mature discussions of complex material. We will write new poems in correspondence with the material we read, recite poems, engage with poets’ archival materials in Emory’s Rose Library, create a poetics statement, and produce chapbooks of our own poetry.

The Sonnets , Ted Berrigan (Penguin Books, 2000)

ISBN 9780140589276

The Past , Wendy Xu (Wesleyan University Press, 2021)

ISBN 9780819580467

Before Whiteness , D.S. Marriott (City Lights Publishers, 2022)

ISBN 9780872868847

Provided as PDFs : selections from the work of Amiri Baraka, Alice Notley, James Schuyler, and others

Second Session: June 26 - August 2, 2023

Engcw 272w-1 introduction to fiction writing, online tu/th 1:15-2:45pm, andrew plattner.

Course Description & Learning Objectives

For Intro to Fiction Writing, students will be asked to read short stories by writers such as James Baldwin, Grace Paley, Sidonie-Gabrielle Colette, Anton Chekhov and Ernest Hemingway, as well as the seminal book on fiction-writing,  The Art of Fiction  by John Gardner. Our additional textbook will be  Flash Fiction International .

There are short writing assignments tied to these readings. Each student in the class will be asked to write two short original works of fiction as well as a handful of flash fiction stories.

All student stories will be treated in a workshop setting. The workshop is designed to both acknowledge the positive attributes of a story as well as identify areas of a story that might be improved. A traditional-length short story written for this class should run from 5-12 pages (typed, double-spaced), though said story might also be a little shorter or a little longer. No novel excerpts, please.

Hopefully, by the end of the term, students will wind up with a meaningful understanding of the art of short story writing.

Texts/eBooks

* The Art of Fiction,  by John Gardner (ISBN: 978-0679734031)

* Flash Fiction International,  edited by James Thomas, Robert Shapard and Christopher Merrill (ISBN: 978-0393346077)

*Additional reading assignments will be posted on Canvas.

Emory College Summer School Website

For information on registration, tuition and fees, and housing.

Course Information

First session, engcw 271w-1 introduction to poetry writing  (4 credits).

Course Description:

Assessment:

Second Session  

Engcw 272w-1 introduction to fiction writing (4 credits).

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FUTURE FILMMAKER SUMMER CAMP

Our future filmmakers summer camp  is july 19th - july 23rd from 1pm-5pm. .

Join us for an exciting week, Monday-Friday the week of July 19th for an action packed week geared towards becoming a filmmaker.  We offer a funtastically structured day that includes: 

Writing - screenplay writing, creative writing

Directing - behind the camera, vision, getting the best out of your actors

Camera Work - film acting students in a scene or monologue

Film Festival Strategy

Special Industry Guests - example: Set Designer, Film Editor, Director of Photography, Agent, Casting Director and more...

The business of Filmmaking

Our amazing teachers and professional industry guests can bring decades of knowledge and help to inspire creative stories on film. Get practical, hands-on practice using your vision as a filmmaker. 

For an additional $150, we will have a Showcase on Friday night where we will invite talent agents, talent managers and casting directors. Friends and family are invited as well. Students of the "Future Film Makers Camp" will film "Working Actors Summer Camp" showcase participants in thier own short film and screen it at the Summer Camp Showcase on Friday night. 

*We will supply participants of the Showcase with 2 tickets to the First Annual Atlanta Hollywood Film Festival in October 2021.

We offer payment options:

Early Bird Special ends midnight on July 4th - $395 , post-early-bird rate is $500

Make two payments of $250  - Payment #1 down payment, Payment #2 balance

Lunch for the Week = $40 (or Bring-Your-Own-Lunch)

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  1. Creative Writing 1 Summer Youth Camp at UGA

    9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Address: UGA Center for Continuing Education & Hotel 1197 South Lumpkin Street, Athens, GA 30602 See map: Google Maps Location Info: Classrooms are located around campus, and students may travel by foot, bus or university vehicle to get to classrooms or other camp activities.

  2. The Ultimate 2024 Guide to Summer Day Camps in Atlanta, Georgia

    CMC Atlanta's day camps combine creative, effective music curriculum and good, old-fashioned fun, with themed camps for grades K-5 and Performance Workshops for grades 6-8 and 9-12. Camps focus on musical styles, genres or instruments to ensure camper's genuine interests are met. May 28-Aug. 2. Forefront Arts Theatre Camps

  3. Writing and Creative Writing in Atlanta Georgia at Summer Camps 2024

    We have curated some of the best summer camps from around the country that focus on writing and creative writing. Browse our selection and find the perfect fit for your child. Atlanta, Georgia Acting and Comedy Camp for Kids and Teens Visit website Is your child interested in writing and story telling?

  4. 5 Writing Classes in Atlanta in 2024

    5 Best Creative Writing Classes in Atlanta Showing writing courses curated by Reedsy. Moonlight & Magnolias Georgia Romance Writers Add to shortlist The Moonlight & Magnolia Writing Conference, since its inception in 1982, has been dedicated to nurturing writers at all stages of their careers.

  5. 2024 Summer Camps in Decatur

    Please contact Critter Camp Director, Crystal Mandica , [email protected] or by phone at 562 7 RIBBIT (742248). The Friends School of Atlanta Summer Camps (located in Decatur) are back with even more offerings than ever beforeThe Friends School of Atlanta offers weekly STEAM-inspired day camps over the course of 7 weeks for children ...

  6. Creative Writing: Worldbuilding Summer Youth Camp at UGA

    Monday - Friday. Course Date Info: 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Address: UGA Center for Continuing Education & Hotel. 1197 South Lumpkin Street, Athens, GA 30602. See map: Google Maps. Location Info: Classrooms are located around campus, and students may travel by foot, bus or university vehicle to get to classrooms or other camp activities.

  7. Atlanta

    Private Sessions & Workshops Specialty Genres, Events, and More Who We Are Programs What We Offer Specialty Programs Scholastic Writing Awards Regions [email protected] Writopia Lab is coming soon to Atlanta. We will be serving Dekalb and Fulton County. Our first In-Person workshops will be held in the West End in Atlanta.

  8. Young Writers

    Registration for half-day camp and applications for full-day camp will open on January 1, 2019. Learn More School Outreach The Young Writers Program offers creative writing workshops in public and private schools as well as juvenile residential treatment centers throughout the Denver metro area.

  9. Creative Writing Summer Camp

    During this 10-day virtual writing camp students will embark on the creative writing journey. They will navigate through the brainstorming process, curate an engaging introduction, transport the reader into their writing by adding sensory details to their work and end their journey by leaving readers with a powerful conclusion.

  10. AAMBC Inc Creative Writing Summer Camp

    AAMBC's Creative Writing Summer Camp: Nurture your child's passion for writing in our engaging and enriching program. Led by experienced instructors they'll explore various genres, participate in interactive workshops, and connect with fellow young writers. ... Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau is the official destination marketing ...

  11. Writopia Lab

    NYC DOE educator's evaluation of Writopia Lab's Training Institute. Writopia was really beneficial for students who already see themselves as writers, as it gives them the creative outlet. But it is also great for reluctant writers; they flourish in this type of environment. Teacher, PS 276 in New York City.

  12. Summer Adventures

    Reading Adventures, Middle Adventures, & Literature & Creative Writing Adventures Confidential Teacher Evaluation form; ... Summer Adventures is a 3-week camp. All Summer Adventures academic camps are 3+ week (16 days) camps. ... Atlanta, GA 30327; P:404.252.2591 | F:470.745.6298; [email protected];

  13. Scribes Creative Writing Camp

    Over the course of five days, students will dive into the craft of writing and sharpen their skills in a weeklong workshop led by a professional writer. Each camp day will also feature guest speakers who are writing and communications professionals. Camp will conclude with a Scribes Showcase where students can share their writing talents with family and friends!

  14. Creative Writing Summer Camps

    San Antonio, Texas 210-734-9673 Each week, explore a different type of creative art to take your writing to the next level. Lekha Summer Writing Camp Academic Camp: Creative Writing Coed Day Camp San Jose, California 408-429-8880 Week-long day camps in creative writing and academic communications in 20 area locations in CA. Seeds of Creativity

  15. Writing Summer Camp

    Writing Summer Camp Power of the Pen: Writing Essentials Education Monday, Jun 26 2023 to Friday, Jun 30 2023 @ 9am - 4pm Atlanta History Center Map Improve your writing skills this summer using the resources available at the exhibits, historic buildings and gardens of the Atlanta History Center.

  16. The 2024 Atlanta Writing Workshop

    WHAT IS IT? This is a special one-day "How to Get Published" writing workshop on Saturday, March 16, 2024, at the Le Meridien Atlanta Peremeter by Marriott (north central suburbs). In other words, it's one day full of classes and advice designed to give you the best instruction concerning how to get your writing & books published.

  17. Summer School

    The Summer 2023 sections of Introduction to Poetry Writing and Introduction to Fiction Writing are not permission courses. An application is not required. Summer registration opens February 7, 2023. First Session: May 12 - June 21, 2023 ENGCW 271W-1 Introduction to Poetry Writing, Online Tu/Th 9:45-11:15am, Nick Sturm Contemporary Lineages

  18. Georgia Creative Writing Summer Camps

    404-814.4016 A summer full of fun field trips, in-depth studies of story-telling, and lots of writing practice. Refine Search Academic Creative Writing Day Camp Coed Georgia Georgia Creative Writing day and overnight camps and programs listed in the CampResource.com summer camp directory.

  19. LIT DIARIES CREATIVE WRITING CAMP

    Join the Lit Diaries Creative Writing Camp, where campers spend their days in personal writing workshops led by published authors and screenwriters. Campers will enjoy a variety of creative activities which stretch their imagination, strengthen language skills, improve critical thinking, and raise their self-esteem. Spots are limited, so reserve one for your child today.

  20. Creative writing workshops events in Atlanta, GA

    Creative writing workshops events in Atlanta, GA Scribes Youth Writing Workshop: Make a One-Page Comic! Sat, Mar 9 • 10:00 AM The Wren's Nest Scribes Youth Writing Workshop: Exploring Nature Through Ecopoetry Sat, Apr 13 • 10:00 AM The Wren's Nest Scribes Youth Writing Workshop: The Hero in YOU Sat, May 11 • 10:00 AM The Wren's Nest

  21. Future Filmmaker Summer Camp

    Our Future Filmmakers Summer Camp is July 19th - July 23rd from 1pm-5pm. ... screenplay writing, creative writing. Directing - behind the camera, vision, getting the best out of your actors. Camera Work - film acting students in a scene or monologue. Film Festival Strategy. ... ©2024 by Atlanta Hollywood Acting Studios.

  22. Creative Writing Summer Camp

    In this creative writing camp students ages 8-10: will review the writing process, learn brainstorming strategies to start the writing process, craft engaging introductions, create narratives/short stories, engage in public speaking and meet new friends! First day of class is July 25, 2022.

  23. Summer Writing Camp

    Summer Writing Camp *The event has already taken place on this date: Fri, 08/04/2017 Margaret Mitchell House writing camps provide an opportunity for youth to discover the power and excitement of writing while honing their skills in a fun, interactive environment. Click here for more information about this activity