THE HELP GROUP’S 2018 3 KIDS LIKE ME AND STEM ACADEMY SUMMER PROGRAMS For children, teens and young adults with autism spectrum disorder and other social and learning differences

SHERMAN OAKS CULVER CITY VALLEY GLEN

FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT

SHERMAN OAKS: Nicole Webb, Program Director [email protected] or 818.778.7136

CULVER CITY: Tracy Peters, Program Coordinator [email protected] or 310.751.1486

VALLEY GLEN: Tamika DeCambra, STEM3 Academy Coordinator [email protected] or 818.623.6386

SPANISH SPEAKING CONTACT: Zeyda Martinez [email protected] or 818.778.7140

OR TO FILL OUT AN APPLICATION, PLEASE VISIT www.kidslikemela.org VILLAGE GLEN DAY CAMP READY, SET, PLAY!

This is a specialized social skills camp for children ages 3 to 13 with learning, language, attention, social, and/or sensory challenges. Created and overseen by highly-trained Help Group professionals and featuring a low camper-to-counselor ratio, the program is designed to promote personal development and foster new friendships.

Experienced Help Group therapists and counselors incorporate evidence-based An exciting and well-rounded schedule of themed practices into the daily schedule, allowing summer activities includes music, art, drama, nature, campers to develop core strengths in: science, sports, games, entertainment, water play, trips, special events, and more! Communication Mindfullness Decision Making Problem Solving ONE-WEEK SESSIONS Organization June 18–22 | June 25–29 July 2–6* | August 6–10 Frustration Tolerance

Anger Management August 13–15 (3 day: M, T, W for Social / Emotional regulation Sherman Oaks campus only)

Siblings are welcome to enroll in our inclusive community. 9:00am–2:30pm

COST PER WEEK PRESCHOOL (AGES 3–5) 5 day (M–F) $600 3 day (M, W, F) $360 *4 day/no camp July 4th $480

AGES 6–13 5 day (M–F) $550 3 day (M, W, F) $330 *4 day/no camp July 4th $440

FOR MORE INFORMATION OR APPLICATION, GO TO www.kidslikemela.org CAMP SUNSHINE ENGAGE, EXPERIENCE, EXPLORE!

This popular program is for campers ages 5 to 21 who have moderate to severe challenges. Our multidisciplinary team of professionals oversee a creative summer camp designed to help each child reach his or her highest potential and develop unique strengths and abilities. Campers build confidence and self-esteem, practice important life skills, and take steps toward independence while making new friends and having fun.

CAMP HIGHLIGHTS: Our campers enjoy fun and enriching activities in a safe and nurturing environment. We group campers by age and ability and maintain a high counselor to camper ratio to maximize individual attention. Our daily schedule of thematic activities includes:

SPORTS DRAMA TRIPS MUSIC WATER PLAY COOKING GAMES ENTERTAINMENT CONTESTS ART SPECIAL EVENTS AND MUCH MORE! NATURE

ONE-WEEK SESSIONS June 18–22 | June 25–29 July 2–6* | August 6–10

August 13–15 (3 day: M, T, W for Sherman Oaks campus only)

9:00am–2:00pm

COST PER WEEK 5 day (M–F) $600 3 day (M, W, F) $360 2 day (T, TH) $240 *4 day/no camp July 4th $480

FOR MORE INFORMATION OR APPLICATION, GO TO www.kidslikemela.org Summer CAMP For bright, curious, technology-driven students

1-WEEK SESSION June 18–22 For students grades 3–12 with high-functioning ASD, ADHD, and other social and learning differences. 9:00am-2:00pm

COST $600

WEB DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT (1-WEEK SESSION) 2-WEEK SESSION An introduction to the design, creation, and maintenance of web pages and June 25 – July 6 (No camp July 4) websites. Students learn how to critically evaluate website quality, create 9:00am-2:00pm and maintain quality web pages, learn about web design standards and why they’re important, and create and manipulate images. The course progresses COST from introductory work on web design to a culminating project in which $1,080 students design and develop websites for a cause or interest of their choice. LOCATIONS VALLEY GLEN ROBOT ENGINEERING & CODING WITH VEX (2-WEEK SESSION) 6455 Coldwater Canyon Ave Design, build, wire and program your own bot using the VEX Robotics Valley Glen, CA 91606 Design System, and compete in challenges. Be part of a team, go hands-on

to build a frame and base for the robot, and engineer it to be ready for CULVER CITY 12095 West Washington Blvd competition with other teams. Teams compete by operating their robot Los Angeles, CA 90066 remotely, as well as programming them in ROBOTC to perform autonomously. May the best team win! FOR MORE INFORMATION OR APPLICATION, GO TO www.stem3academy.org A unique social skills program designed especially for high-functioning teens ages 13-18 with learning, language, attention, social and/or sensory challenges.

Led by highly trained Help Group staff, this special program ONE-WEEK SESSIONS features daily trips, tours, activities and adventures with peers June 18–22 | June 25–29 throughout Los Angeles. July 2–6* | August 6–10

9:00am–3:00pm CAMP HIGHLIGHTS:

WILDLIFE CENTERS HOLLYWOOD ADVENTURES COST PER WEEK THEME PARK MARINE STUDIES CENTERS 5 day (M-F) $650 INTERACTIVE TOURS IMAX 3 day (M, W, F) $390 BOWLING WORKSHOPS *4 day/no camp July 4th $520 VIDEO ARCADES & MUCH MUCH MORE! FUN MUSEUMS QUESTIONS? CONTACT Nicole Webb [email protected] 818.778.7136 The program emphasizes fun and friendship-building www.kidslikemela.org activities and incorporates evidence-based practices to foster peer interaction and improve social skills.

SUPER SEATTLE ADVENTURE 6 DAYS / 5 NIGHTS 2018 SUNDAY, AUGUST 12 – FRIDAY, AUGUST 17 Cost: $2,300 TRAVEL CAMP TRIP HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE: Includes roundtrip airfare, ground transportation, hotel, BOEING TOUR all tour and activity fees, meals SPACE NEEDLE and snacks, and 24 hour staff AGES MUSEUM OF POP CULTURE supervision PIKE’S PLACE DUCK TOUR 14 –18 Registration with payment AND MUCH MORE! deadline by Friday, July 6th Friendships and memories to last a lifetime! Priceless!

DISNEYLAND WEEKEND FRIDAY, JULY 20 – SUNDAY, JULY 22 An amazing weekend to share with peers!

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE:

FRIDAY NIGHT – ANGELS GAME SATURDAY – DISNEYLAND AGES SUNDAY – DOWNTOWN DISNEY 14 –18 Cost: $650

Trip includes van transportation, hotel, all entrance/activity fees, meals and snacks and 24 hour staff supervision AGES 14–18 Passport LA

We are excited to announce the launching of Passport LA…an exciting new community based social/recreational program for 14 to 18 year olds with mild to moderate autism spectrum disorder and other developmental challenges. The program features daily trips and activities throughout LA with a focus on fostering independence and friendships.

CAMP 2018 DATES

SUMMER AGES 14–18 June 18–22 | June 25–29 | July 2–6* | August 6–10 Campers must be able to safely travel August 13–15 (3 day: M, T, W) with a group and maintain safe behavior in the community. 9:00am–3:00pm

COST PER WEEK 5 day (M–F) $650 3 day (M, W, F) $390 *4 day/no camp July 4th $520

FOR MORE INFORMATION OR APPLICATION, GO TO www.kidslikemela.org Early Bird Registration by May 25th 15% OFF ALL SUMMER PROGRAMS

Founded in 1975, The Help Group is the largest, most innovative and comprehensive nonprofit of its kind in the United States serving children, adolescents and young adults with special needs related to autism spectrum disorder, learning disabilities, ADHD, developmental delays and emotional challenges. The Help Group’s ten specialized day schools offer pre-K through high school programs for more than 1,600 students. Its broad range of mental health and therapy services and residential programs extends its reach to more than 6,000 children and their families each year. With more than 1,000 staff members, The Help Group’s state-of- the-art schools and programs are located on five campuses in the Los Angeles area. Please visit the website at www.thehelpgroup.org

KIDS LIKE ME The Help Group Kids Like Me programs, located in the Los Angeles area, are designed especially for children and adolescents (from preschool to high school) with autism spectrum disorder and other developmental challenges. Participants enjoy a variety of enriching and beneficial after-school classes and programs, clubs, camps, family weekend social activities, and other events – all developed and overseen by highly-trained professionals to accommodate various ages and abilities. For more information on Kids Like Me programs, camps, and classes, please visit the website at www.kidslikemela.org.

STEM3 ACADEMY STEM3 Academy is a pioneering K–12 school for students who are passionate about STEM topics and benefit from more individualized educational instruction due to social and learning differences. A unique, project-based, and visual learning curriculum emphasizes creativity, cooperation, academics, and real-world, experiential learning. The school’s mission is to connect student strengths with a curriculum that expands their life options and positions them for success. www.STEM3Academy.org Non-Profit Org. U.S. POSTAGE PAID PERMIT NO. 718 Van Nuys Administrative Offices: 13130 Burbank Boulevard Sherman Oaks, California 91401