Appalachian State University Summer Stuttering Camp
A specialized summer camp at Appalachian State University for children and adolescents who stutter, focusing on
▌ Editor's read The website for Camp Jean Rankin loads successfully and details a summer stuttering camp offered by Appalachian State University's Communication Disorders Clinic. The camp is a day program, running Monday through Friday, and focuses on intensive speech therapy for children who stutter, integrated with traditional camp activities. The program is staffed by graduate students in Speech-Language Pathology, supervised by licensed and certified Speech-Language Pathologists. The camp is affiliated with Appalachian State University, indicating a university owner type. There is no mention of ACA accreditation, state licensing, or specific staff-to-camper ratios on the website. Google reviews for 'Appalachian State University Communication Disorders Clinic' show a 4.8-star rating from 10 reviews, with positive comments about the quality of care. Social media handles for the specific camp were not found, but the Communication Disorders Clinic has a Facebook page ('Appalachian State University Communication Disorders Clinic').
Who thrives here Ages 7–17
Appalachian State University Summer Stuttering 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
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- Not listed
- Operator
- University program
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Specialty
- Ages: 7–17
- Hours: 24-hour residential
- Address: ASU Speech-Language-Hearing Clinic, University Hall, 224 Joyce Lawrence Ln, Boone, NC 28608
- Phone: 828-262-2185
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: USD
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Appalachian State University Summer Stuttering Camp
- What ages does Appalachian State University Summer Stuttering Camp accept?
- Appalachian State University Summer Stuttering Camp is open to children ages 7–17. 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.
- What are Appalachian State University Summer Stuttering Camp's hours?
- Appalachian State University Summer Stuttering 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 Appalachian State University Summer Stuttering Camp?
- Appalachian State University Summer Stuttering Camp is operated by a university program. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
- Does Appalachian State University Summer Stuttering Camp provide lunch?
- Appalachian State University Summer Stuttering 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.
Planning guides
Editorial checklists to use before you compare Appalachian State University Summer Stuttering Camp with other camps.
- How to choose a summer camp · Use the decision checklist before you compare finalists.
- Summer camp pricing in 2026 · Benchmark weekly cost before you commit a deposit.
- Summer camp safety and accreditation · Review licensing, supervision, and accreditation signals.
Camps near here
Same city, with age-overlapping options first. Other camps to consider alongside Appalachian State University Summer Stuttering Camp.
- Adventure Treks - Alaska Expedition (30-day) · Adventure Treks · Ages 15–18 · $1,702/week
- Blue Ridge – Backpack & Rock Climb · Ages 14–16 · $2,794/week
- Blue Ridge - Backpack & Rock Climb · Families · Ages 14–16 · $2,693/week
- Blue Ridge - Backpack & Whitewater Canoe · Veterans · Ages 14–16 · $50/week
- Blue Ridge - Backpack and Rock Climb · Veterans · Ages 14–16 · $50/week
- Blue Ridge – Backpack & Rock Climb · Ages 14–16 · $2,572/week
- Blue Ridge – Backpack & Rock Climb · Ages 14–16 · $2,932/week
- Yonahlossee Stables · North Carolina · Ages 6–18