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What Does CAMP Mean To You?
We try to capture the essence of camp through blogs, brochures, websites, videos, images, and more. But when it comes down to it, the best way to explain the impact of camp is through those who have experienced it. So I present to you the definition of CAMP at The Story School through the words of our amazing campers

Christopher Wiley
Dec 15, 20254 min read


The Ghosts of Summers Past...
These ghosts -- the people, stories, and camp seasons that have come before haunt us in the most wonderful way. They remind us that what we do matters. They may be intangible and sometimes invisible but each camp season stays with us -- a friendly ghost -- pointing the way forward.

Christopher Wiley
Oct 13, 20252 min read


Braving The Summer To Take On The World
Bravery isn't the absence of fear, it is the willingness to confront it. Bravery comes from experiencing fear, and doing it anyway...

Elise Wiley
Mar 1, 20254 min read


S'more Lore: The Book Pirates of Alexandria
These dock-working librarians would board the boat, requisition (i.e. steal) books off the boat, and whisk them away to the library...

Christopher Wiley
Oct 14, 20244 min read


Nerd-o-diversity: The Intersection of Nerds and Neurodiversity
Nerd-o-diversity. It's the amazing intersection between all things nerdy and all who share neurodiversity.

Christopher Wiley
Mar 1, 20243 min read


Immerse and Unplug: Preparing Your Child for a Tech-Free Experience at Camp
While the camp experience offers a magical blend of personal growth, creativity, and friendship, the absence of technology can be a barrier

Laura Hall
Jan 16, 20243 min read


Cooking With The Family: The Science of Roasting and Toasting Food
Autumn is a great time to shift from eating lots of dinner salads or other hot weather options to roasting food for your meals.

Christine Yablonski
Dec 15, 20234 min read


Boo-Yah! The Benefits of Being Scared
Fear is good. Fear informs, teaches, and protects us. And, in the right environment, fear can help us become better versions of ourselves.

Christopher Wiley
Oct 18, 20235 min read


Good Leaders Never Stop Learning
The ACA (American Camp Association) New England conference is one of the most anticipated events for camp professionals in the region. ...

Laura Hall
Apr 15, 20232 min read


Learning through Gaming at GameSchoolCon
Learn about GameSchoolCon and how others are using games and stories to teach

Christine Yablonski
Mar 15, 20234 min read


10 Tips for First Time Campers
A child’s first time at an overnight camp can be a big step for everyone. Let us help ease your anxieties and make camp a great experience.

Elise Wiley
Feb 15, 20235 min read


Learning Through LARP
How do students and campers learn through Live-action Role-play? Read on to see how EDU-LARPs capitalize on informal education

Michael Matfess
Jan 16, 20235 min read


Holiday Gift Guide for Adventurers!
This time of year everyone is out looking for the perfect gift. If someone in your life is called to adventure, it might be difficult to...

Elise Wiley
Dec 15, 20223 min read


3 Non-Money Ways to Give This Holiday Season
It’s the holiday season. The season of giving. The season of charity. Between now and the end of the year you’ll be hearing a lot about...

Elise Wiley
Nov 16, 20223 min read


Be a Hero This Giving Tuesday
"The aim of Giving Tuesday is to lessen suffering, fix what's broken, and create more good in the world."

Valerie Rushanan
Oct 31, 20222 min read


We Misunderstood the Assignment: Work vs Play
We misunderstood the assignment. It was never supposed to be work vs play, it was always supposed to be work AND play, together...

Elise Wiley
Oct 14, 20222 min read


Story School Facility Closure: When one door closes...
The Story School will be focusing on our immersive summer camp programs. We are taking this step proactively and confidently...

Christopher Wiley
Aug 24, 20223 min read


Safe to Fail
Students need to be engaged in a learning environment where they feel safe to fail. John Dewey said it best: "Failure is instructive..."

Elise Wiley
May 4, 20222 min read


5 Tips To Use Storytelling To Teach Children
"Stories can help educate our children on everything from essential social skills like kindness and empathy, to STEM and more..."

Elise Wiley
Jan 13, 20223 min read


Thanks to You We Can Give the Gift of Camp
Heroes. Each and everyone of you reading this is a hero. Our programs have seen so much support and love over this past year. Most...

Chris Wiley
Dec 16, 20212 min read
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