Summer Camp 2026
Public Speaking & Leadership (Grade K–5)
Mixed Age | Skill-Based | Standalone Weekly Themes
Each week is independent. Students may join any week and still receive a complete learning experience.
Help your child build confidence, communication skills, and leadership in a fun, supportive environment this spring break.
Students will practice:
Debate • Impromptu Speaking • Negotiation • Teamwork • Storytelling • Leadership • Outdoor Exploration
while making friends and growing confidence.
Perfect for:
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students building confidence
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expressive kids who love to speak
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future leaders ready to grow
Watch your child present with confidence by the end of the week.
Spots are intentionally small to ensure quality and individual attention.
Camp Details
Camp Dates (10 Weekly Sessions)
June 22 – August 28, 2026
Full Day: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Extended Care: 3:00–5:30 PM available
Location: Everlove Academy Bellevue Factoria Campus, at 12700 SE 32nd St, Bellevue, WA 98005
What to bring: lunch, water bottle, snacks — all learning materials are provided; lunch is not included.
Questions? Contact:
Email: info@everloveacademy.com
Phone: 425-505-4060
Sample Daily Schedule
9:00–9:20 Arrival & warm-up activities
9:20–10:50 Public speaking & communication workshop
10:50–11:10 Snack break
11:10–12:00 Outdoor exploration & speaking games
12:00–1:00 Lunch
1:00–2:00 Storytelling, performance & expression
2:00–2:20 Snack
2:20–3:00 Group projects & presentation prep
🎤 Friday: Final Demo & Presentation
Students showcase speeches, debates, and performances for families.
Weekly Themes & Learning Focus
Each week features a distinct theme, skill focus, and final deliverable.
Week 1
Find Your Voice
Foundations of Confident Speaking
June 22–26
Description: Students will gain the confidence to stand on stage, project their voice clearly, and organize their thoughts into a structured introductory speech. By the end of the week, students will complete:: ✔ Structured Personal Introduction Speech ✔ Confidence Skills Assessment Checklist ✔ Individual Instructor Feedback Report Sample Activities: • Practice voice projection & posture control • Develop a structured “All About Me” speech • Engage in confidence-building improv challenges • Participate in guided peer feedback circles
Week 2
Storytelling Studio
Creative Narrative & Expressive Delivery
June 29–July 3
Description: Students will learn how to craft engaging stories using clear structure, emotional expression, and dynamic voice delivery. They will develop confidence in transforming ideas into compelling narratives. By the end of the week, students will complete: ✔ Original Written Story Outline ✔ Story Illustration Board ✔ Live Storytelling Performance Sample Activities: • Story structure workshop (Beginning–Conflict–Resolution) • Character and setting design lab • Voice & emotion expression training • Story showcase day
Week 3
Think Fast, Speak Smart
Impromptu Speaking & Structured Thinking
July 6–10
Description: Students will strengthen quick thinking skills and learn how to organize responses clearly under time pressure through structured impromptu speaking exercises. By the end of the week, students will complete: ✔ Structured Impromptu Speaking Responses ✔ Participation in Friendly Speaking Challenge ✔ Personal Growth Feedback Report Sample Activities: • Timed speaking games • Opinion-based prompt exercises • “Would You Rather” mini debates • Fast-thinking team competitions
Week 4
Persuasion Power
Opinion Expression & Respectful Argumentation
July 13–17
Description: Students will learn how to clearly express their opinions, support ideas with reasoning, and respectfully persuade others using structured argument techniques. By the end of the week, students will complete: ✔ Persuasive Speech (age-adjusted length) ✔ Campaign or Idea Poster ✔ Persuasive Presentation Showcase Sample Activities: • “Claim–Reason–Example” structure workshop • Mini classroom debates • Campaign message design lab • Speech practice rounds
Week 5
Leadership Lab
Team Communication & Responsible Leadership
July 20–24
Description: Students will explore leadership through collaboration, communication, and responsibility while developing the confidence to guide and support peers. By the end of the week, students will complete: ✔ Group Project Presentation ✔ Leadership Reflection Worksheet ✔ Peer Leadership Feedback Summary Sample Activities: • Team-building challenges • Rotating leadership roles • Problem-solving simulations • Group presentation day
Week 6
Talk Show & Interview Week
Conversational Speaking & Active Listening
July 27–31
Description: Students will strengthen listening skills, question design, and conversational fluency through interactive talk show and interview formats. By the end of the week, students will complete: ✔ Student-Hosted Talk Show Session ✔ Interview Question Design Sheet ✔ Active Listening Evaluation Sample Activities: • Open-ended questioning workshop • Host & guest role practice • Follow-up questioning drills • “Everlove Kids Talk Show” performance
Week 7
Performance & Expression
Foundations of Confident Speaking
August 3–7
Description: Students will develop expressive speaking skills, vocal modulation, and confident stage presence through performance-based activities. By the end of the week, students will complete: ✔ Dramatic Reading or Expressive Speech ✔ Stage Presence Feedback Report ✔ Performance Showcase Sample Activities: • Voice modulation exercises • Facial expression training • Reader’s theater practice • Final stage performance
Week 8
Big Ideas & Innovation
Creative Problem-Solving & Idea Pitching
August 10–14
Description: Students will apply creative thinking and structured communication to develop and present innovative solutions to real-world problems. By the end of the week, students will complete: ✔ Innovation Concept Outline ✔ Simple Visual Prototype ✔ “Shark Tank”-Style Pitch Presentation Sample Activities: • Identify real-world problems • Brainstorm solution pathways • Prototype building workshop • Pitch practice sessions
Week 9
Problem Solvers & Peacemakers
Foundations of Confident Speaking
August 17–21
Description: Students will learn how to navigate disagreements constructively, practice respectful communication, and apply structured conflict-resolution strategies. By the end of the week, students will complete: ✔ Conflict Resolution Role-Play Demonstration ✔ Negotiation Strategy Worksheet ✔ Group Mediation Presentation Sample Activities: • Playground conflict simulations • “I feel… when…” communication exercises • Win-win negotiation games • Team solution presentations
Week 10
Empathy & Emotional Intelligence
Social Awareness & Thoughtful Communication
August 24–28
Description: Students will build emotional awareness and empathy while strengthening socially intelligent communication skills in group settings. By the end of the week, students will complete: ✔ Personal Reflection Speech ✔ Active Listening Demonstration ✔ Emotional Vocabulary Growth Tracker Sample Activities: • Emotion vocabulary expansion • Perspective-taking exercises • Listening & paraphrasing practice • “Empathy in Action” showcase
For best results, we recommend enrolling in 2–5 consecutive weeks to experience progressive skill development.
🌈 How Our Mixed K–5 Model Works
Our mixed-age classroom is intentionally designed to build both confidence and leadership. Younger students gain inspiration and modeling from older peers, while older students strengthen mastery by mentoring and guiding younger campers. During each day, students participate in whole-group warmups together, then break into small, age-adjusted coaching groups where expectations and challenges are differentiated by developmental level. In team-based projects, older students are encouraged to take on leadership roles, while younger students contribute creatively and build confidence in a supportive environment. This mentor-mentee structure promotes responsibility, collaboration, and real-world leadership skills — not just public speaking ability.