CIP Summer Program

Summer in Berkeley is Really the Place to Be!

Welcome to CIP's Summer Program 2009 located within the University of California's Berkeley campus. Students ages sixteen to nineteen have a unique opportunity to learn valuable skills that are necessary for making a well-prepared transition from high school to college or while pursuing vocational interests. Participants will have many chances to practice their new skills in a supported environment where they feel successful and build their self-confidence.

During our two busy weeks together, students will be introduced to CIP's comprehensive curriculum, develop goals through the person-centered planning process and practice independent living skills. They will also build new friendships and have plenty of fun.

A precollege summer program makes it convenient for students see what life on a college campus is like, and what better place than the University of California at Berkeley?

Berkeley, California is a relaxed, eclectic, compact, educated and culturally rich setting. Being on the UCB campus provides a safe environment, collegiate feel and beautiful west coast surroundings where exciting and diverse activities abound.

June 19th-July 3rd, 2009

Summer Program Features

• Two week residential precollege program
• Brand new facility (dorms, classrooms and cafeteria)
• Furnished 1 or 2 bedroom suites with Internet access
• 24/7 staffing
• Exercise room
• Lounges with Wi-Fi
• Computer lab
• Laundry facilities
• Award winning cafeteria (vegetarian and vegan friendly)
• Included recreation pass to UCB facilities
• Located on UCB campus, one block from historic Telegraph Ave., the center of campus and community life (map)

FUN!

Activities and Events

Planned events include day trips to Six Flags, Alcatraz and Fisherman's Wharf, bowling and movie nights, a professional sports outing, a scavenger hunt turned potluck and talent show are just a glimpse of the fun activities to take part in.

Campus recreation passes are included. Students have access to beautiful pools, health club and track. Students will also get a safety overview and tour of the area including CIP facilities.

CURRICULUM

Amidst the Exciting Activities...

Morning reframing classes focus on daily and weekly themes which teach executive functioning, sensory integration and social thinking skills such as perspective taking and cause and effect.

Other curriculum includes self-advocacy, organization skills (use of the landmark notebook system) and an introduction to college course.

LIFE SKILLS

An Introduction to Independent Life

Students will gain life skills such as cooking instruction and healthy food choices, time management, laundry and cleaning. Additional instruction will target the importance of maintaining overall well-being with a balance of diet, fitness, personal hygiene and stress management.

ADMISSIONS

Requirements for Admission

• Ages 16-19
• Diagnosis of Aspergers, Nonverbal, High-Functioning Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia or other learning differences
• Low average to high intelligence
• Emotional, behavioral, and psychological stability

Apply!

Download Summer Application Materials
Print, complete and mail to:

Caroline Wheeler
College Internship Program
17 Main Street
Lee, MA 01238

There is a $100 application fee. Full payment of $3,875 is due upon acceptance.