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Deaf Camps, Inc. - Deaf Camp and American Sign Language Camp

Deaf Camps, Inc. - Deaf Camp and American Sign Language Camp · $620/week

Deaf Camps, Inc. offers immersive overnight summer camps for deaf and hard-of-hearing children and teens, as well as American Sign Language (ASL) camps for h...

▌ Editor's read Deaf Camps, Inc. operates as a non-profit organization, providing overnight summer camps for deaf and hard-of-hearing children and teens, alongside ASL camps for hearing youth. The website states the organization has been operating for over 20 years, founded by Dr. Betty Colonomos. They explicitly mention that all staff undergo background checks and are trained in CPR and First Aid. The camp's mission is to provide a safe, fun, and educational environment where campers can develop ASL skills and build friendships. While not ACA accredited, the camp emphasizes safety and a specialized program. Google reviews for 'Deaf Camps, Inc.' show a 5.0-star rating from 10 reviews, with reviewers praising the inclusive environment and positive impact on their children's ASL development and confidence.
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Since 200620+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 7–18

Deaf Camps, Inc. - Deaf Camp and American Sign Language Camp is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. specialty programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
2006 (20 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Specialty
  • Ages: 7–18
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: 1600 Harpers Ferry Rd, Knoxville, MD 21758, USA
  • Cost notes: USD, Financial aid available

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Deaf Camps, Inc. - Deaf Camp and American Sign Language Camp

What ages does Deaf Camps, Inc. - Deaf Camp and American Sign Language Camp accept?
Deaf Camps, Inc. - Deaf Camp and American Sign Language Camp is open to children ages 7–18. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Deaf Camps, Inc. - Deaf Camp and American Sign Language Camp cost?
Deaf Camps, Inc. - Deaf Camp and American Sign Language Camp publishes $620/week for the standard session. USD, Financial aid available Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Deaf Camps, Inc. - Deaf Camp and American Sign Language Camp's hours?
Deaf Camps, Inc. - Deaf Camp and American Sign Language Camp runs 24-hour residential. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Deaf Camps, Inc. - Deaf Camp and American Sign Language Camp?
Deaf Camps, Inc. - Deaf Camp and American Sign Language Camp is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 20 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Deaf Camps, Inc. - Deaf Camp and American Sign Language Camp provide lunch?
Deaf Camps, Inc. - Deaf Camp and American Sign Language Camp does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.

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