Academically motivated students, (grades 5-7), experience campus life at this co-ed residential camp while participating in a variety of fun activities and challenging projects. Enrichment classes scheduled for 2009 include: Abobe Photoshop, Cooking 101, Crime Scene Investigators I & II, Disease Detectives, Dragon Lore and Literature, Here Comes the Sun, Living 1800s Style, Spanish I & II, The Art of Paper, The Ferrum Challenge--(Ropes Course), "Web"-Cast Away, Web Page Design and A Week at Hogwarts Academy. Traditional summer camp fun includes swimming, skit night, dance, theme days and more. 2009 camp dates are July 12-18 and July 19-25. Cost $585.00 per week. 20th year.

At FCSEC, we believe that a healthy self-concept is essential for fully developing one's talents and skills. The daily academic program is balanced with a variety of social and recreational activities designed to promote personal growth, team-building and an appreciation of individual differences and abilities. The camp motto is reinforced daily in a variety of ways as campers are encouraged to approach new learning situations with an "I CAN DO IT" attitude.

Classes involve active participation with a variety of daily projects and group activities. Instructors are specially chosen for their unique abilities to make learning come alive. Average class size is 15 participants. Campers are enrolled in four classes.

Located 35 miles south of Roanoke, Virginia, in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Ferrum College provides a relaxed, informal atmosphere with the conveniences and security of a small campus. Residence halls, classrooms, dining hall and sports facilities are located within easy walking distance. Specially selected counselors are assigned to each group of 8-10 campers and provide supervision at all times. Campers and staff are housed in air-conditioned Bassett Hall, in suites with private baths; males and females on separate floors.