Summer Camps

• June 9-11

Through the MCSO Office

• June 22-25 
• All Day 9am-3pm
• Camp Leaders: Johnathan Cooks w/ CWE Program Leaders
• Age Group: 13 & up

Description: Career & Workforce Exploration Camp introduces students to a different career industry each day. The goal of the camp is to spark student interest in Career & Workforce Education (CWE).

Activities Include: During the morning sessions, participants will build essential workplace skills while engaging in career assessment and exploration activities, with a focus on skilled trades and workforce pathways. In the afternoon, students will tour and participate in hands-on activities within NFC’s Career & Workforce Education labs and facilities, gaining firsthand experience in each career area

• June 22-25
• All Day 8am-5pm
• Camp Leaders: Allied Health w/ Nursing Students
• Age Group: 6-12

Description: Dive into the world of nursing and allied health with hands-on learning experiences in medical simulations. This session will culminate with a graduation Ceremony & Certificates

Activities Include: CPR training, first aid basics, medical equipment demonstrations, and health career exploration.

• July 6-23
• Half-day 1pm-5pm
• Camp Leaders: Denise Bell
• Age Group: 6-14

Description: Step into the spotlight! Campers will explore acting, stage movement, improv, and set design. The session will culminate in a live performance.

Activities Include: Acting workshops, character development, script reading, and costume design

• July 6-9
• Half-day 8am-12pm
• Camp Leaders: Lynn Wyche and Philip Wilkerson
• Age Group: incoming 6^th – 11th graders

Description: This interactive camp helps students develop powerful communication skills through fun activities, team debates, and live speaking opportunities.

Activities Include: Each day, students will strengthen their ability to think critically, speak clearly, and present ideas with confidence. From learning the basics of public speaking to participating in friendly debates and delivering their own speeches, campers will gain skills that last far beyond the classroom.

• Engaging, hands-on activities
• Team debates and speaking challenges
• Guidance from experienced mentors

A final showcase where students shine

• July 6-9
• Half-day 1pm-5pm
• Camp Leader: Jake Bracewell
• Age Group: 13-16

Description: Pickleball is an inclusive sport for all ages and abilities! It is an accessible sport that improves hand-eye coordination and offers a fast-paced and fun activity that keeps players engaged! Attendees will have a basic understanding of the fundamentals of pickleball and be able to join pickleball play in their communities (as beginners) by the end of the week.

Activities Include: Our camp will focus on keeping sessions short (20-45 minutes), active, and fun, utilizing drills like "dinking" (soft touch shots) and serving practice.

• July 13-16
• Half-day 8am-12pm
• Camp Leader: Don Hasson
• Age Group: 10-16

Description: From the Forest to the Freeway. Discover the Road Ahead.

Activities Include: TBA

• July 13-16
• Half-day 8am-12pm
• Camp Leader: Avery Finley
• Age Group: incoming 6^th – 12th graders
• 20 Max Campers

• July 13-16 – half-day 8am-12pm
• Camp Leader: Jay Hicks
• Age Group: Middle School

Description: The NFC Beginning Middle Grades Band Camp provides an opportunity for students with little or no experience on a band instrument to get a head start before joining band in the 2026-2027 school year.

Activities Include: Under the guidance of experienced instructors, students will learn:

• Instrument assembly and maintenance
• Correct posture, holding, and playing techniques
• Fundamentals of time and rhythm in music
• Basic music notation

Strategies for practicing and improving

• July 20-23
• Half-day 8am-12pm
• Camp Leader: Jay Hicks
• Age Group: Middle School

Description: The NFC Middle Grades Band Camp (experienced students) provides an opportunity for students with at least 1 year of experience on an instrument in band or through private instruction to continue to develop as musicians during their summer break.

Activities Include: Under the guidance of experienced instructors, students will learn:

• Instrumental care and maintenance
• Correct posture, holding, and playing techniques
• Concepts of time and rhythm in music
• Music notation, expressions, and articulations

Best practices for playing in an ensemble

• July 20-23
• Half-day 8am-12pm
• NFC Leadership, SGA Members, and Campus Partners
• Age Group: 13-16

Description: Find your voice. Lead your path. Shape your future.

Activities Include: The camp will introduce leadership through real college experiences, student engagement, and hands-on learning.

All Campers & Families invited

• July 23
• 5pm-6pm
• Start in the Student Center with showcase of camps and refreshments
  • Certificates, Project Boards, Recognition
  • Mascot Photo Op
• Move to Fine Arts Auditorium
  • Middle Grades Band Performance
  • Theatre Camp Performance

• Half-day (camp per week): $50 for one camp
• Full day camp: $75 for one camp
• Camp shirts will be provided to campers
• Campers will have a snack break
• One snack break for half-day camps
• Two snack breaks for all day camps
• Location: North Florida College
• All drop-offs and pick-ups at the Student Center
• Morning camps: drop-off beginning at 7:30am, pick-up at 12:00pm
• Afternoon camps: drop-off beginning at 12pm, pick-up at 5pm
• Weekly Summer Camp Dates are as follows:
• June 22-25
• July 6-9
• July 13-16
• July 20-23