Summer Programs
Speech-Language Therapy & Occupational Summer Camps
Key Links: Printable Flyer | Next Steps | Registration Form
Where the fun with friends never ends!
Designed for young children with speech-language and/or occupational therapy needs. Although chronological age is used as a guideline, we also consider the developmental age and needs of the child when determining camp placement.
IN-PERSON: JUNE 27 TO AUGUST 12
- Small Groups (2:1 Ratio)
- Exciting Weekly Themes
- Arts and Crafts
- Outdoor Water Fun
Following All Guidelines for Health and Safety Including:
- Deep Cleaning and Disinfection
- Daily Staff and Camper Health Screenings
- Stringent Handwashing
- PPE for All Staff
- Facemasks for Campers as Tolerated
Our Summer Camp Programs
Morning Friends
(Ages 4 – 7)
M-F, 9:00AM – 12:00PM
AT THE KATHERINE THOMAS SCHOOL
Explore three sensory-motor gyms with obstacle courses and movement stations to improve strength, balance, coordination, visual-spatial, and motor planning skills.
Little Friends Camp
(Ages 3 – 5)
M-F, 12:30PM – 3:30PM
AT THE KATHERINE THOMAS SCHOOL
The focus is on building communication and social-pragmatic language skills as well as addressing areas of sensory processing and motor planning, through interactive summer themes, active play, and use of our three sensory gyms. Groups are led each day by BOTH a Speech-Language Pathologist and an Occupational Therapist.
Friends Together Camp
(Ages 5 – 7)
M-F, 12:30PM – 3:30PM
AT THE KATHERINE THOMAS SCHOOL
The focus is on building communication and social-pragmatic language skills as well as addressing areas of sensory processing and motor planning, through interactive summer themes, active play and use of our three sensory gyms. Groups are led each day by BOTH a Speech-Language Pathologist and an Occupational Therapist.
Friends Interaction Group
(Ages 2.5 – 5)
In this multidisciplinary approach, children will work with two professional staff, which may include Occupational Therapists, Psychologists, and/or Counselors to improve your child’s communication, sensory-motor, and peer play skills. Contact Julie Bobrow at 301-424-5200×147 or jbobrow@ttlc.org for more information and to schedule a required play visit.
For more camp information, to schedule a play visit, or if you have questions about registration, contact Lisa Torvik at (301) 424-5200 x306 or LTorvik@ttlc.org.
Workplace Success Camps
Key Links: Workplace Success Brochure | Workplace Success Registration
A hands-on experience preparing young adults for the world of work.
TLC’s Outcomes Service, in partnership with a local retailer, is offering training and hands-on experience for young adults with disabilities ready to learn about the world of work. Outcomes’ professional employment specialists will support the growth and learning of work skills that are essential to workplace success. The sessions include working at a store in the community to apply, practice and improve job skills learned at Outcomes. Located at our Gaither Road location, with other supervised training days off-site.
- Resumes & cover letters
- Interviews
- Workplace behaviors
- Corporate culture
- Benefits
- Interpersonal skills
- Conflict management
- Self-advocacy
- Travel training
- Increasing productivity
- Real work experience
Summer Skills Support
Key Link: Summer Skills Support Brochure
Don’t lose skills over the summer. Keep the momentum going with individualized support. Summer is a great time to keep up skills.
Children who receive TLC’s services gain confidence in their ability to communicate and interact with others at home, school and in their community, and maximize development and independence with daily living skills. Your child’s abilities will be maximized through the identification of the problem and individualized therapeutic support. Our strategies incorporate home-based learning approaches to facilitate your child’s progress.
To register contact:
Speech-Language Therapy
Nina Herndon
Phone: (301) 424-5200, ext. 159
Email: speech@ttlc.org
Occupational Therapy Administrator
(301) 424-5200, ext. 159
occupationaltherapy@ttlc.org
Summer Speech and Occupational Therapy Camps
Testing, Tutoring, and Counseling
Lisa Torvik
(301) 424-5200 x306
summerprograms@ttlc.org
testingtutoringcounseling@ttlc.org
KTS Lower and Middle Programs
Students often lose skills over extended school breaks. To help your child avoid summer regression (including losing valuable academic, social-emotional, speech-language, and motor skills) enroll them in one or more of our specialized Summer Programs.
Several learning options are available to meet family needs, including half day and full day programs as well as extended morning and afternoon services (at an additional cost). We also offer supplemental occupational therapy (OT), Speech-Language Therapy (SLP) and/or social work (SW) services (at an additional cost). Admissions into our Summer Programs is based on review of enrollment application, review of the students file and a brief in-person visit.
Learning Enrichment Program
Our Learning Enrichment Program, students entering grades 1 to 8 are actively engaged in hands-on, experiential theme-based activities designed to reinforce skills in reading, writing, and mathematics. Using innovative and structured opportunities for social engagement, the focus is placed on strengthening the students’ verbal and interactive skills with both peers and adults. Students may enroll in a half-day (9 a.m. – noon) or full-day (9 a.m. – 3 p.m.)
Afterschool Summer Program
Our Afterschool Summer Program is open to student of all abilities entering grades kindergarten to 8. Using a thematic approach, our daily sports and art activities are led by highly qualified staff.
Contact Dr. Nicole Abera with questions at (301) 738-9691 x205 or nabera@ttlc.org.
KTS High School Programs
Key Links: High School Program Registration Form | Summer Program Flyer
A Typical Day
8 a.m. – noon
Students will participate in English classes that focus on reading and analyzing text, refining writing skills, and enhancing comprehension through art. The math classes will strengthen and refine students’ abilities in mathematical decision-making, math applications, and financial literacy.
12:30 p.m. – 2 p.m.
Students will be able to immerse themselves in the world of theater, create culinary delights, apply scientific concepts, and just have fun while building self-esteem and positive interpersonal and leadership skills Hands-on experiences lead the focus on empowering students to be successful in high school and beyond.
Options, etc.
Students may attend a half-day program of the academic classes or the full day. Both include time for lunch. Options are available for attending one week, multiple weeks, or for the entire 6-week program.