6 ways to keep your kids enriched during the summer
Summer is in full swing—school is out and the kids are enjoying their break from the classroom with activity-filled days soaking in the sun. They’re having fun playing outside, swimming in the pool until their skin wrinkles, spending time with
How summer camp changed my life
For whatever reason, someone allowed me to attend summer camp as a 6 year old. It was the first time I was away from home without my parents. It was the first time I spent the majority of my week
How to make the most of time with your toddler this summer
Some of my greatest memories with my toddler have been in the summer, finding creative ways to get relief from the heat and planning family trips to explore new places together. These are times that bring us endless joy and
How to pack for a summer picnic with thrift store finds
With summer right around the corner, it’s finally time to say goodbye to the frigid winter and spring weather and hello to perfect outdoor-fun temperatures. Finding quick, easy and inexpensive outdoor activities for the summer can sometimes be a drag,
Summer outreach lives on in Glendale
Valley of the Sun Korean Corps welcomes kids from all nationalities at vacation Bible school By Karen Gleason - Captains Kihyun and Aeran Oh, leaders of the Valley of the Sun Corps in Glendale, Arizona, didn’t think the corps could offer a
Reaching in
“When I was in jail the last couple of times, I was questioning everything I thought that was right. I found the Bible and God
Awakened
Accident survivor uses testimony as camp counselor-in-training. By Sydney Fong - It’s been a memorable summer for 16-year-old Sydney Smith, who recently completed her role as counselor-in-training during Camp Del Oro’s camp in Nevada City, Calif. “I was able to connect somewhat on
Creating neutral ground
Midland Division brings youth and law enforcement together to foster reconciliation in communities riven by racial injustice. Camp Mihaska has much in common with its 45-odd sister camps in The Salvation Army. Situated in the Ozark Mountain foothills about 90 minutes
Summer STEM focus in Tehachapi
Program emphasizes learning and hands-on experience for students By Julianna Crisalli - Outside a room that houses canned food donations for families in need, more than a dozen students from local middle and high schools just built airplanes. The Salvation Army in