Summer camps are always a memorable experience for youth, and KYLA summer camp is no exception. Middle-and-high school camps provide students with the opportunities to develop new friendships, share ideas and experiences, and develop a deeper understanding of the many facets of leadership. Students often establish a close bond with their college student camp counselor who aids in clarifying and connecting the day’s sessions. More importantly, students leave camp with a real sense that they can make a difference in their own lives and in the lives of others. MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR CAMP! Plan to join the fun!

Middle School Camp

Middle school students, grades 6 – 8 as of August 2009, will spend three days and two nights on the campus of Fort Hays State University. Students stay in the Fort Hays State University residence halls rooming with another middle school camper. A variety of daily camp activities will engage students in building their leadership skills, advance their knowledge of character development, and bring awareness to civic responsibilities. Students will participate in team building activities with Project Adventure ropes course then move to the Hays Aquatic Park, to activities in the campus Quad area, and to classroom facilities. Parents are invited to attend our closing ceremony which includes a slide show presentation of each day’s events, and time for a final farewell to their newfound friends and college counselors.

Middle School Camp 2009 Photos
Middle School Camp 2008 Photos
Middle School Camp 2007 Photos

High School Camp

High school students, grades 9 – 12 as of August 2009, spend four days and three nights on the campus of Fort Hays State University. Students stayed in the university residence halls rooming with another high school camper. A variety of daily camp activities engage students in enhancing their leadership skills, while providing a focus on character development and civic responsibility. Community members, college faculty and certified leadership trainers facilitate sessions on team building, networking opportunities, brainstorming ideas to become civically engaged in their own communities, staying motivated, thinking outside the box, problem solving skills, classroom etiquette and risk leadership. In addition, campers will participate in a Project Adventure ropes course. Parents are invited to attend our closing ceremonies which include a slide show presentation of each day’s events and a final farewell to their newfound friends and college counselors.

High School Camp 2009 Photos
High School Camp 2008 Photos
High School Camp 2007 Photos