The Jewish Community Center of Northern Virginia

For children in grades 3-5 and grades 6-8
The JCCNV and Jewish Social Service Agency (JSSA) have combined forces to bring us a social skills camp for children.  The summer will consist of social skills workshops, field trips, swimming, specialty inclusion classes and much more. 

Camp Hours... 9am to 4pm! (Elementary camps)

Download the 2010 brochure here.

Camp Shalom’s exciting program is based on the latest research, proven methods for improving children’s social skills, and Jewish Social Service Agency's (JSSA) successful Social Skill Therapy Model.  The camp’s mission is to improve each child’s ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with peers and build a solid foundation for making and keeping friends within a relaxed, fun and creative environment.

Admission Process: Each application will be dated and time stamped.  In March, interviews will be conducted with each child submitting an application. Counselors from both JSSA and the JCCNC will be involved in each interview. Families will be notified of acceptance into camp after the interview and application has been completed. If you have questions, please contact Dana Chilbert at DanaC@jccnv.org

 
Social skills topics covered include:
Friendly behaviors: initiation of friendships, listening, taking turns and sharing
Making conversation, responding to others, working as a team
Impulse and emotional self-control
Inhibition and delay
Anger management
Handling teasing, relaxation/stress management and more...