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The SuperCamp StoryBobbi DePorter, co-founder and president of SuperCamp, and her elite team of educators havechanged the lives of over 10 million kids worldwide through SuperCamp andQuantum LearningEducationprograms.

Bobbi began her career in real estate in San Francisco in a dynamic firm that ran on anunconventional business model. Innovative management styles practiced at the firm led her toco-found a school for entrepreneurs called the Burklyn Business School, teaching the principlesthat made the real estate company a success. A school where learning was fluid and dynamic,success effortless, and relationships the center of everything. The business school taught in sixweeks what other schools taught in two years.

Over the years of its operation, graduates of the business school would come up to Bobbi andtell her how they wished they had learned these skills when they were children, adding that noone ever teaches kids how to learn. This was a wake-up for Bobbi "All at once, I understood. Iwas here to help kids, to make this happen for them. That was my spark, my personal aha."

Bobbi and an associate soon created a program for youth patterned after the business schoolaprogram that would help kids discover their greatness and learn skills to succeed in todays

quantum world. During this period Bobbi studied with Dr. Georgi Lozanov from Bulgaria, theacknowledged founding father of accelerated learning, which led to her creation of the QuantumLearning teaching methodology, which contributes to the success of SuperCamp and schoolprograms to this day.

The first SuperCamp was help in July of 1982. The concept, which began on a shoestring, tookoff almost immediately, spreading each year to more locations across the country, andthenoverseas. Now with more than 65,000 graduates and programs in the U.S., Europe, Asiaand Latin America, SuperCamp is an established leader in the field of youth development.

The outstanding results achieved with students at SuperCamp and requests by educators to offerthe programs in schools motivated Bobbi and her husband and business partner, Joe Chapon, to

develop Quantum Learning Education school programs for students, teachers andadministrators. School programs started in 1992, and now over 70,000 teachers in thousands ofschools and districts across the nation have been trained in the same Quantum Learningmethods that are so successful at SuperCamp.

Bobbi is frequently asked to appear on television, radio news, and talk shows, and hasparticipated in segments on CNN, NPR, Voice of America, and even Russias Good EveningMoscow. Over the years, SuperCamp has been profiled in leading magazines and newspapersincluding The Wall Street Journal, The Christian Science Monitor, Chicago Tribune, Los AngelesTimes, and Entrepreneur magazine. Additionally, SuperCamp was honored in the TouchAmerica: Showcase of Model Learning Programs, in Washington, D.C. Bobbi is the author of18educational booksand has been published in seven languages. She was honored in 2006 with

the Readers Choice for Fast Company magazines Fast 50 list of leading creative thinkers, and
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has received humanitarian awards from the Transformational Leadership Council (2010) andfrom Parenting 2.0 (2012).

Bobbi DePorter is president of Quantum Learning Network (QLN), the parent organization forSuperCamp and Quantum Learning Education. QLN offers a range of programs and productsthat enhance learning environments and teaching skills in schools and empower students,families, and individuals with learning and life skills. QLNs mission is to change the lives of 50million children by 2015.

Our ExperienceSuperCamp is a highly engaging 7- to 10-day experience where your son or daughter acquiresstrategies for effective learning in all subjects, develops critical new skills in reading, writing,thinking, speaking, memory and note-taking, and builds communication, leadership, relationshipand career capabilities.

Think of SuperCamp as an academic retreat for your child. Students are required to hand in allelectronics (cell phones, cameras, iPads, iPods, tablets, MP3 players, etc.) when checking intocamp and for the duration of camp are allowed to use these items for 10-20 minutes a daythats it. This pattern interrupt opens students minds to the task at hand, immerses them in theSuperCamp experience, and allows us to reach kids and get exceptional results.

When students are separated from theirtechnology, they focus on the SuperCampexperience and look at their values and how they're living their lives without interruption.

Utilizing proven Quantum Learning teaching methods, every single minute of every day atSuperCamp is planned in advance and carefully orchestrated in the moment. Thiscomprehensive planning ensures that students receive highly engaging and effective andacademic and life skills training all day every daya total of 90 hours in the10-day

programsand 63 hours in the7-day programs. In addition to academics, students build theirconfidence and motivation by learning to value themselves and realizing they can achieveanything they set their mind to. They also learn about effective communication and positiverelationships with techniques to address conflict, apologize effectively, and take ownership fortheir actions.

Even with all this learning going on, SuperCamp is fun. At the beginning of each session,students come into the main room dancing to a live DJ. The course work is interactive, not justlecture style. We make sure all learning styles (visual, auditory, and kinesthetic) are engaged.We encourage students to take responsibility for their education and give them strategies tomake learning more meaningfuland easier. Students learn about the benefits of teamwork andbond over team-building activities including ropes courses, board breaking, and general group

interaction. The result? Most students form deep friendships that last.

Independent studies have found that a full 98% of our graduates continue to use the SuperCampacademic and personal growth skills to achieve success in their lives years after graduating. Inthe 21st century, students need an edge to get into college and to be successful in their lives.SuperCamp gives your son or daughter that edge.

All Students BenefitSuperCamp offers programs for high school students, middle school students, and incoming and

current college students. All studentsstraight-A, struggling, or somewhere in betweenbenefit
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from SuperCamp in their own way. For some it's purely academic, for others the growth is in the

life skills area, for most its a combination of both..Over our 30 years of operating SuperCamp, weve identified four types of students who attend,and have found that each group benefits in a unique way.

1. Straight-A High AchieverWithacademic skillshoned, these students gain a newunderstanding of how they learn best and how to study smarter rather than harder. Thesehigh achievers greatly benefit from SuperCamps ACT/SAT prep, leadership activities, andrelationship-building exercises.

2. Not Living Up to Full Potential These kids do well in school by doing the bare minimumwith little effort, however, they could be in the straight-A high-achiever group. These studentsare simply not living up to their full potential. They have it in them to do more, but just donthave the drive to push themselves to their limits. At SuperCamp these teens learn to takeresponsibility for their education and understand the value of putting in the extra effort tomove up to that straight-A level.

3. Under the RadarThese kids are not high achievers and theyre not failingthey simply gounnoticed because theyre doing okay. They work fairly hard to get Bs and Cs and theoccasional Athey could, however, do better, and they know it, but they arent willing to putin the extra time and effort required. Through their experience of repeated success momentsat SuperCamp, these teens realize that with a little effort they can achieve more, and theyremotivated to move in that direction. Their exposure to leadership, barrier breaking, and newlearning strategies helps them rise to the next level.

4. Struggling These students have fallen into a negative pattern. Their self-talk consists of Icant, I dont know how, I dont have support. Every class, every test, every year is achallenge. At SuperCamp struggling students benefit greatly from specific academictechniques such asQuantum Writing,Quantum ReadingandQuantum Strategies, and gainconfidence in their ability to succeed. They learn how to change their language to yes I can,here is how I can do it, and I have the tools to be successful.

The parents of students in all of these groups feel a great sense of relief when they return fromSuperCamptheyre more well-rounded, more motivated, more confident, and more capable.Their teens are taking responsibility for their learningand the pressures offthe parents!

The success of SuperCamp is based on an integrated system of proven teaching practices. Oneof those is our Quantum Learning Success Model, an approach thats based on extremelyeffective and well-researched behavior transformation techniques. Every academic, life skill,communication, team and leadership experience we orchestrate for students is designed tocreate "success moments." When adolescents experience these success moments over andover and over again, as they do at SuperCamp, they develop higher levels of competence inlearning skills and life skills, which, in turn, yields greater levels of confidence. This systematicprogressionsuccess to competence to confidenceis the basis of the intrinsic motivation your

child requires to be an independent, innovative, and successful individual.

Staff That Inspire and Motivate StudentOur rigorous selection process ensures that your son or daughter will be supported by staffmembers who will make a positive difference in their lives.

Only the most qualified, committed, and caring candidates are chosen to be part of theSuperCamp team. Our facilitators go through over 300 hours of extensive training in theproprietary Quantum Learning system. They not only learn the why of the system, but aretaught the how to effectively teach students thespecialized learning techniquesthat lead to the

outstanding results we achieve. SuperCamp is an annual tradition for many of our staff memberswho feel they get as much from the experience as they give to the students.
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On the first day of SuperCamp, students are assigned to teams of 10 to 12 campers, each ofwhich has two team leaders. The team leaders are responsible for the cohesion for their teamsfor the duration of camp and help them to form close, supportive bonds. Each year we receiveclose to a thousand applications from college students across the globe who have heard of ourprogram and are passionate about making changes in the lives of children. Because of thenumber of enthusiastic applicants, we are able to hand pick the best candidates to ensure yourchild is constantly surrounded by positive, encouraging role models. Our student-to-staff ratio offour to one enables us to give your child the attention they deserve and require for a successfuloutcome.

In addition, we have a site administrator on campus to answer any questions you may haveduring your childs time at SuperCamp, as well as a medically trained wellness person (many areregistered nurses) to administer medications and help with any aches and scrapes that mayoccur.

Want to know more about those who orchestrate the SuperCamp experience?Click here to meetsome of our staff members.

What is SuperCamp?

SuperCamp is the original academic, life and career skills camp. Started in 1982, it was the firstsummer program of its kindnow SuperCamp is a respected worldwide leader in studentprograms that enhance academic, leadership, communication, and other skills that arenecessary for their achievement and success in the 21st century.

Our summer program can help your son or daughter increase grades, confidence, andmotivation. Held on nine prestigious college campuses nationwide, SuperCamp prepares teensto be successful21st century learners. Our goal is to empower your teen to become his or herbest selfpersonally, academically, and in their chosen path in life.

SuperCamp is a place of non-stop work and play, learning and growing, classes and outdoorchallenges. Its renewed confidence emerging from a sense of team. Its intense days ofdiscovery and motivation from wake-up to lights-out. Its a program thatstaught by experts,offering skills that last a lifetime. Imagine experiencing success and growing confidence everystep of the way. Thats SuperCamp!

What We Do?

We empower students to

Raise grades Sharpen study skills Intensify focus

Take meaningful notes Accelerate memorization speed Read more efficiently and effectively Improve test results Elevate SAT and ACT scores Improve social skills Build self-confidence Boost self-esteem Enhance writing skills Make math easier Communicate more effectively Resolve differences

Maintain positive relationships Strengthen character
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Increase motivation

SuperCamp is an acknowledged leader in helping students thrive both personally andacademically. Our success has been recognized in national media such as CNN, TheWashington Post, and Fox News.

Junior ForumSuperCamp's Junior Forum is for middle school students entering grades 68. Students discover

their individual learning styles, develop skills for managing a heavier academic schedule, andlearn how to deal with increased social pressure.

Junior Forum lays the foundation to prepare your middle school student for success. Studentslearn the why behind how they learn. They start to realize that they are in charge of theirlearning, and understand how their brain processes information. Like all SuperCamp programs,Junior Forum focuses on academic, life and career skills. With this younger group, we divedeeper into three key areas that are essential for middle school success:

1. Time Management: With six different teachers, heavier homework loads and moreextracurricular activities, time management is one of the most important skills for pre-teens tomaster. SuperCamp teaches students to take ownership of their time.

2. Quantum Strategies: Middle school students are very literal. At SuperCamp we break downthe learning process, so that students know what they have to do in school every day to dobetter. Our 10-24-7 system helps students learn and retain content from the time the lesson isintroduced. We give them a concrete structure of how to study so that theyre prepared to dowell on homework, quizzes, projects and tests.

3. Communication: In 21st Century learning, communication is considered one of the mostimportant skills for students to grasp. At Junior Forum, students learn to communicate withteens from different areas, schools and backgrounds. Using our system for clearcommunication students have the opportunity to step on stage for public speaking, expresstheir thoughts with our Think In Ink writing process, and understand best practices for

interacting with parents, teachers, and peers.Junior Forum provides students with a foundation of leadership skills that will begin to help themimmediately in academic group projects and extracurricular activities. The 8 Keys of Excellenceare the cornerstone of the Junior Forum leadership training. This set of principles to live by helpsstudents gain a sense of who they are and what they stand for, which is a key aspect ofbecoming a great leader.

7-Day Overview

Junior Forum Middle School Summer Camp Schedule

Junior Forum is SuperCamp's 7-day middle school summer camp for students entering grades 6,7 and 8 in the fall. SuperCamp is a residential summer camp, meaning the students live oncampus in the dorms at the university whereSuperCamp is being held.

7-Day Middle School Camp Schedule: Below is a snapshot of what happens during the week:

Day 1: Welcome. Students arrive, check in, meet their roommates and get settled. Team leadersfacilitate large group games and the energy is high. Think loud music, dancing, and fun! Theafternoon session officially begins the students journey of learning and discovery. Therearestaffintroductions, team-building games, learning activities, a tour of the campus, and dinnerin the campus cafeteria with new teams. After dinner, the evening continues with an introduction

to the8 Keys of Excellence. The day ends with reflection time and a journal-writing opportunity.
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Day 2: The morning begins with the Key of the dayThis Is It! New traditions are establishedand students get a taste of how we teach and learn in our mini-academic sessionsMathMastery, Memory Upgrade and Focus Up!In the evening, team members learn aboutcommunication with the Key of Speak with Good Purpose. Meanwhile, students are finding outmore about each other, building trust, and understanding people's differences and similarities.

Day 3: This day opens with SuperCamp traditions and focuses on teamwork,relationships withothers,and knowing oneself better. Taking responsibility for actions is the focus of the Key of theday, Ownership. These topics support the introduction of the main academic rotations:QuantumStudy Strategies,Quantum Reading, and Quantum Writing. In the evening session, students

continue to build the level of trust with their teams and welcome the outdoor adventure staff whohelp them explore safety and expectations.

Day 4: In the morning students learn about the Key of Commitment as they get pumped up forOutdoor Adventure Day. Theyll challenge themselves in a safe environment, where theirteammates and friends will hold their safety lines and cheer them on to success as they navigatehigh wires that are exhilarating and fun. In the evening, students talk about what they learned inthe outdoor adventure and then participate in Poetry Night, where they'll be inspired and touchedby what they feel, write, and hear.

Day 5: Morning traditions continue, including the Key of Flexibility. It's a perfect lead-in to a dayof academic rotations includingQuantum Study Strategies,Quantum Reading, andQuantum

Writing. In the evening, students work with their teams while exploring the Key of Failure Leadsto Success. Then theyll take a look at rejection and peer pressure and how to handle some ofthe more difficult times in middle school.

Day 6: The Key of the day is Integrity. Students complete their last full day of academic rotations,giving them many tools to apply to all their school subjects. They'll review and practice their newskills in a crazy fun way so theyll be comfortable using them at school and at home. The dayconcludes with individual strength acknowledgments as students receive and give accolades totheir teammates and a celebration of their learning in a high-energy Movement Workshop.

Day 7: Graduation day is here! For the past seven days, students have been on an incrediblelearning journey. Now they celebrate their learning and discover the Key of Balance. Its also a

day of parting from teammates and other people with whom theyve connected, and reconnectingwith family and friends with new thoughts and feelings, skills, and experiences to share.

Typical Day

A "Typical" Day at SuperCamp Junior Forum

There's really no such thing as a typical day at any of SuperCamp's residential summer camps.The only thing students can count on is the fun, energy and learning that are found inabundance.

7:00 a.m. Wake up7:30 a.m. Breakfast with team8:30 a.m. Key or value of the dayexplore one of the 8 Keys of Excellence10:00 a.m. Students rotate through the different classrooms for: Quantum Study Strategies,Quantum Reading, Quantum Writing, Quantum Note-Taking/Mind Mapping, Quantum Memory,and Math Mastery12:30 p.m. Lunchtime1:30 p.m. Afternoon sessioncontinue academics and have some fun in the main room3:30 p.m. Afternoon activities such as campus tours, basketball, soccer, dance, bookstore, andmore5:30 p.m. Dinner6:30 p.m. Real-life skills activitiescommunication, creative thinking, and goal-setting9:00 p.m. Team check-inshare stories and insights from the day
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9:15 p.m. Announcements, closing words, music10:00 p.m., more or less ... Lights out

Senior ForumSuperCamp's Senior Forum is for high school students entering grades 912. Our graduateslearn strategies to buildstudy skills,ease school stress, embrace leadershipand increase test

scoresincluding the SAT and ACT.

Senior Forum prepares your high school student for success by teaching students how toapply critical thinking to everything they do. Teens learn what is important to them, why theylearn the way they do, and how to apply a variety of strategies. Like all SuperCamp programs,Senior Forum focuses on academic, life and career skills. With high school students we divedeeper into three key areas that are essential for high school andcollege-prepsuccess:

1. Learning Techniques: At SuperCamp your child will learn a wide range ofspecializedstrategiesapplicable in any learning situation. Knowing how to apply each one in theappropriate setting is just as important as learning the strategies themselves. Our goal is togive students the ability to discern what will work best in each situation, and empower them to

make a web of connections among the strategies in theQuantum Learning system.

2. Emotional and Relational Strategies: Senior Forum is a major pattern interrupt for teens.Everything in their life shifts for 10 days. Theyre living in a college dorm room, eating in acampus cafeteria, and are surrounded by a brand new group of friends from around the world.Separated from technology, students learn how tocommunicate without a cell phone, iPad, orother electronic device in their hands. We teach them communication strategies that buildrelationships, including our OTFD process to resolve conflict and our four-part apology to takeownership of their actions. These create positive patterns to apply in their lives when theyreturn home.

3. Reputation Management: Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Twitter, and other social

networks are integrated into every aspect of a 21st century teens life. This generation ofdigital natives is all about sharing everything they do from eating to major events in theirlives. AtSuperCampwe understand the importance of representing yourself in a positive lightonline. College recruiters and employers all look at online activity to determine astudentscharacter. Teens learn about FIMAGE (fear of image) and are given the support to effectivelymanage their online reputation.

Senior Forum integrates the 8 Keys of Excellenceprinciples to live by into all aspects of ourprogram. Students gain valuable leadership experience as they explore ways they cantake Ownership of their actions, motivate others when they Speak with Good Purpose, and see aproject to completion with Commitment. They learn the importance ofIntegrityin a leader andunderstand that Failure Leads to Success.

10-Day OverviewSenior Forum High School Summer Camp Schedule

Senior Forum is SuperCamp's 10-day high school summer camp for students entering grades 912 in the fall. Students live in the dorms, eat in the school cafeterias and get to experiencecampus life at top universities around the country.

10-Day High School Camp Schedule: Curious about what goes on each day at Senior Forum?Check out the overview below.

Day 1: Students arrive, check in, meet their roommate, and get settled in their dorm rooms.Music fills the air as team leaders pump up the energy and encourage everyone to engage in
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get to know you activities. When the doors open to the main room SuperCamp officially begins.The afternoon session introduces the students to our staff, creates opportunities to let them bondwith their new teams, and gets them acquainted with the campus. During the first day studentsare introduced to the 8 Keys of Excellence, explore their definition of success, and complete an8 Keys Growth Gauge to see how they perceive themselves.

Day 2: Teams are a critical part of the SuperCamp culture. On day two we focus on building acommon language so that the students have a support system and feel comfortable moving outof their comfort zone, letting go of their FIMAGE, and starting to take the risks they need foroptimal growth. Students are encouraged to keep a This Is It! attitude and examine how making

the most of every moment can make a difference in their lives. New traditions are established,academic classes are introduced, and students start to realize the benefits of being in a newenvironment and moving out of their comfort zone.

Day 3: On day three, students tackle who they are as learners. They start to learn how their brainworks and realize that they are in control of their learning. The shift begins as they learn that theyhave the ability to get different results by creating a state change. Students bring this knowledgeinto the classroom as theyre introduced to Quantum Strategies, and begin academic rotations:Math Mastery, Creative Thinking, and SAT/ACT Preview. Speak with Good Purpose is the Key ofthe day, as we emphasize the importance of good communication.

Day 4: The true paradigm shift begins on day four. As teens embrace the Key of Ownership and

begin to take responsibility for their actions, they realize that learning can actually be fun.Students start letting go of their fears and expanding their comfort zone as they experience forthemselves that Failure Leads to Success. In the afternoon, they continue to build the level oftrust with their team by engaging in a series of trust activities. In the evening session, wewelcome the outdoor adventure staff and explore safety and expectations.

Day 5: Outdoor Adventure Day is a metaphor for life. Students challenge themselves in a safephysical environment, where teammates and friends hold the safety lines and cheer each otheron to success. As teens find the inner courage to step out onto a high wire and climb to the top ofa pole, they start to experience a new level of confidence. In the evening, everyone talks aboutwhat they learned in the outdoor adventure and participate in a high-energy MovementWorkshop to celebrate the day's achievements.

Day 6: Students take the feeling of exhilaration from Outdoor Adventure Day and learn how totranslate their physical accomplishments into the mental arena of the academic world. Day six isa big day as students realize the classroom is no different than the high ropes and requires thesame amount of risk and fear to be successful. They start to hold themselves accountable to agoal and find the internal motivation to be the best they can be in the classroom. They take theirnew-found confidence, let go of labels and masks and actively make the choice to start livingabove the line.

Day 7: Learn. Learn. Learn. Now that the skills have been ingrained, the students dive deeperinto a heavy rotation of academics. They start to realize that what they have learned beforeimpacts what they learn today. They experience more and more success moments as theirspeed and comprehension increases in Quantum Reading, their ability to recall informationamazes them in Quantum Memory and their confidence soars in test-taking. The Key of the dayis Integrity and the teens examine how they show up in their lives both in the classroom and athome. We explore their relationships with their parents and encourage them to be open tolooking at old patterns from a new perspective.

Day 8: Morning traditions continue as the students complete their last full day of academicrotations. Today is a celebration as the teens realize that they truly understand who they are as alearner, how to succeed in every subject, and what they need to do to be successful in all areasof their life. We discuss the Key of Flexibility and consider how to translate SuperCamp into thereal world. In the evening, students are given the opportunity to find their voice and expressthemselves through poetry. They realize that people want to hear what they have to say and feelinspired to share their thoughts and feelings in the future.


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Day 9: Today students get to test their new skills in a Reality Simulation. They encounter real lifepeer distractions, academic challenges, and different teaching styles, forcing them to apply theirQuantum Learning Strategies in a simulated school setting. During this time, each student meetswith a team leader to examine their online reputation and evaluate how theyre presentingthemselves to college recruiters and future employers. The afternoon is all about goal setting.Students identify a goal, imagine what it would feel like to achieve it, and formulate a plan tomake it a reality. They participate in a barrier breaking activity to overcome obstacles that areholding them back in their lives. In the evening, each student has the opportunity to stand beforethe entire camp and declare their Commitment to achieve their goal. The day concludes withindividual strength acknowledgments as team members gives and receives accolades for their

achievements.

Day 10: Graduation day is here! For the past ten days, the students have been on an incrediblelearning journey. Now is the time to celebrate their success and discover the Key of Balance.Students take a test to discover what theyre passionate about and identify what they really wantin their livesthen they look at how to pursue their passion. And its saying goodbye to their newfriends and reconnecting with family. Its an amazing celebration as parents get to experience theatmosphere of SuperCamp and many of the learning and life skills their child has learned.

Typical Day

A "Typical" Day at SuperCamp Senior Forum

There's no such thing as a typical day at SuperCamp. Every day is a new adventure filled withmusic, energy, engaged learning and fun.

7:00 a.m. Wake up7:30 a.m. Breakfast in campus cafeteria with team8:30 a.m. Key or value of the dayexplore one of the8 Keys of Excellence10:00 a.m. Students rotate through the different classrooms for:Quantum StudyStrategies,Quantum Reading,Quantum Writing, Quantum Note-Taking/Mind Mapping, QuantumMemory,Math Mastery, and SAT/ACT Preview

12:30 p.m. Back in the cafeteria for lunch1:30 p.m. Afternoon sessionmore academics and activities in the main room3:30 p.m. Afternoon activities such as campus tours, basketball, soccer, dance, bookstore, andmore5:30 p.m. Dinner in the cafeteria6:30 p.m.Life and career skillsactivitiesfocused on communication, collaboration, criticalthinking, and creativity9:00 p.m. Team check-inshare stories and reflections from the day as well as personal journaltime9:15 p.m. Announcements and closing words10:00 p.m., more or less ... Lights out

Leadership TrackSuperCamp doesnt end after the summer. Our year-long grad support makes sure your studentis able to stay on track throughout the school year. We also invite our grads to come back andstep into a leadership role at SuperCamp the following summer by enrolling in Leadership Track.

Available in both JuniorandSenior Forum, this program is designed specifically for our returnstudents to go deeper into the SuperCamp curriculum. We place them in situations where theycan mentor other students by modeling the8 Keys of Excellenceandacademic strategiesto theirpeers.

Our team leaders give Leadership Track students
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focused coaching on topics like what makes a good leader opportunities to step out of their comfort zone in front of the group situations where they can display initiative and practicecommunication and critical thinking moments to practice their leadership style with other teens feedback on where theyre doing well and where they can grow, building their confidence in

their abilitiesStudentsin the Leadership Track come home feeling challenged and empowered to live up totheir full potential and to assume leadership roles in many areas of their lives.

Leadership ForumLeadership Forum was created as the ultimate SuperCamplife skillsprogram. It is designed forstudents who have completedSenior Forum, andSenior Forum Leadership Track. LeadershipForum is a transformational seven-day program filled with teens who love learning, love tochallenge themselves, and are ready to embark on a journey of leadership.

These students have been living the8 Keys of Excellencefor at least two years and are ready toshare these values with the world. At SuperCamp Leadership Forum we take the 8 Keys ofExcellence to the next level with the Four Diamonds:

Vision Model Team ActionTeens are often asked to demonstrate leadership skills based on the assumption that they knowwhat it means to be a leader. At SuperCamp, we realize that we cant just ask a teen to be a rolemodel for their peers without teaching them how to

communicate effectively listen to others formulate an opinion debate a topic navigate the waves of change remain fluid and flexible reach a consensus while still holding true to their beliefsSuperCamp Leadership Forum challenges students physically on the ropes courses, mentally inthe classroom, and emotionally as they learn to work with others. We create an atmospherewhere students facilitate their own learning andset goalsin an experiential setting. By the end ofthe program students understand what their strengths are as a leader, the role they play on ateam, and how to bring out the best in other people. They discover what is possible with little tono resources aside from their brain and their willingness to take action.

CurriculumAt SuperCamp, our curriculum is about making learning fun and engaging. In this environment,students in ourJunior ForumandSenior Forumprograms gain the skills necessary to becomebetter learners. Unlike other academic camps that focus on one discipline, such as writing ormath, SuperCamp's summer academic programs provide students with long-term value byshowing them how to learn more effectively in every subject, as well as how to live their bestlives.

Some years ago Dr. Howard Gardner changed our thinking about intelligence from How smartare you? to How are your smart? At SuperCamp students explore his multiple intelligencesthat define eight different ways to demonstrate intellectual ability. They identify which of thefollowing intelligences fit how they are smart, and how to use that information to enhance theirlearning.
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Spatial-Visual Linguistic-Verbal Interpersonal Musical-Rhythmic Naturalistic Bodily-Kinesthetic Intrapersonal Logical-MathematicalWe all take in information through three learning channelsvisual, auditory, and kinestheticthough our brains tend to have a preference for one of these. At SuperCamp, students identify

their personal learning preference and learn valuable strategies to enhance their learning byutilizing all three channels.

Understanding how the mind approaches learning can have a significant effect on a student'sperformance in school. Students who attend one of our educational summer camps will be ableto learn, comprehend, and recall information more easily, which can lead to better grades, andultimately to a higher GPA. Similarly, studying becomes a much easier task once a studentknows how to utilize the customized style-specific techniques they learn.

In addition, the following topics that empower students to be successful in their academic andpersonal lives are covered indepth:

Study Strategies Reading Writing Note-Taking/Mind Mapping Memory Math SAT/ACT College-Prep 8 Keys of Excellence Character Program 21st Century Skills Communication and Relationships Leadership

Breaking Through Personal Barriers Motivation and Goal Setting

Academic SkillsWhen it comes to academics SuperCamp believes:

1. Every child is capable of learning.2. People learn in different ways.3. Learning is most effective in a joyful, engaging, and challenging environment.

SuperCamp's academic summer camp curriculum provides middle school, high school,andcollege studentswith valuable age/grade-specific learning skills that benefit them in allsubject areas. SuperCamp uses the Quantum Learning system to facilitate effective learningaligned with the Common Core State Standards. SuperCamp is a comprehensive educationalprogram based on21st Century learning skillsthat educate the whole child.

Many learning models focus solely on instructional design, often neglecting factors that influencethe quality of learning. OurQuantum Learning systemprovides students with the tools to achievebetter comprehension and retention in all academic areas.

The Quantum Learning system is an orchestration of the following core components:
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A solid Foundation of alignment through clearly defined expectations, values and goals An empowering Atmosphere where students feel safe and supported, exhibiting good

character and experiencing a strong sense of belonging Effective Design where lessons are created using elements that incorporate how the brain

learns and retains content Engaging Delivery that uses a multisensory approach and maximizes student participation

and comprehension A supportive classroom Environment that is inviting, comfortable, and stimulating

Parents of SuperCamp grads have reported that when their kids come home they see a majorshift. Heres what some parents have said

"This is the first time in history that my son ever got straight As! He is using memory techniques,Quantum Reading and note-taking skills. I am proud! He is proud!"Connie, SuperCamp gradparent

"My son never seemed interested in getting good grades. When he did homework he did notbother to turn it in. He had high As in tests but zeros in homework. After SuperCamp he has notmissed a single assignment. SuperCamp was worth every penny we spent."Anita, SuperCampgrad parent

1. Quantum StrategiesIn Quantum Strategies your student learns how to create an optimal learning environment. Whenstudying at home things such as excess paper, books, technology and other clutter distractsstudents. At SuperCamp we teach the why behind clearing the clutter and the how to create abrain-friendly study area.

In addition, students get focused training on many different learning strategies to help them retaininformation taught in the classroom, engage with their teacher, and ultimatelyincrease theirgrades.

Notes:TM

The holy grail of learning is meaning. Students who take ownership of their learning and trulyunderstand how their brain processes information are able to commit the information to theirlong-term memory. This is the key to effective learninginformation learned in this way stickswith them, unlike when they just memorize it for the test. Notes:TM, our specialized note-takingstrategy, gives your child the skills necessary to not only take notes but to make notesmeaningfuland memorableonce they leave the classroom.

Location Memory

By using allthree learning channels(visual, auditory and kinesthetic) students are more likely toretain the information in theirlong-term memory. Location memory is one of many memorizationtechniques we teach at SuperCamp that allow your child to do better on tests and recall

information long after the test is over. By creating stories around things that are familiar tostudents, SuperCamp facilitators show them how to use such familiar settings and attach any listof information to themenabling them to absorb the information easier and faster. At
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SuperCamp you child will learn how to use this technique for things like memorizing the first 12presidents of the United States in a creative, fun, and effective way.

Power Pegs

What would you say if you could learn a list of up to 20 words, phrases or objects within minutes?

This Quantum strategy allows your child to do just that. The ability to memorize long lists ofinformation is invaluable to students, and can cut their study time considerably. We teachstudents visual, auditory, and kinesthetic tricks that allow them to recall any kind of list backward,forward, and everything in between. More than just a party trick, this technique helps students tomemorize quickly and frees up more of their time for family and extracurricular activities.

Mind-Mapping

In mind mapping, a concept created byTony Buzan, students visually outline information andthoughts in a colorful tree-like format that facilitates understanding and learning. At SuperCamp,students learn and practice this technique and become familiar with its many advantages such asrecalling information they have read, processing information they have learned in class, andorganizing their thoughts for a writing assignment.

2. Quantum ReadingReading comprehension is an integral part of any childs education. Being able to read faster andstill comprehend the material gives your child the edge they need to be successful in the21stcentury. Quantum Reading does just this.

At SuperCamp we teach students how to prepare themselves to read for speed andcomprehension. They learn the ideal environment for reading (including the fact that lying in bedis not the best). Next we teach them to shift their state and prepare their minds to access theappropriate brainwaves for optimal learning. And finally they learn valuable reading techniquesthat include:

superscanning large amounts of content using a visual guide mind mapping for better comprehension communicating what they read

The Quantum Reading process helps students to increase their focus and comprehension,making their reading more meaningful and memorable.

3. Quantum WritingBeing a powerful writer is a priceless skill for both school and life. All students know that theresnothing worse than staring at a blank piece of paper when theyre trying to begin a writingassignment. The key to successful writing is all about narrowing the gap between whats in yourmind and whats on that page in front of you. In Quantum Writing we help students bridge thatgap by teaching them to:

fastwrite to get lots of ideas on paper
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mind map to organize their content cluster to expand their ideas write colorfully to maximize the impact of their story

Quantum Writing helps students jump-start the creative process, make their words morepowerful, and show rather than tell their story. Students discover many different ways tofind theirvoiceand fill their pages.

4. Math MasteryMath can be a challenging subject for many students. Acknowledging negative feelings aboutmath is the first step in our Math Mastery process. Then we create fun ways for students toovercome theiranxietiesabout math and realize how to apply HOW they learn to any problem-solving situation.

SuperCamp uses a system called MAPS to make math more friendly. Students learn how to usethe following techniques to turn math class into an enjoyable experience:

Music Association Picturing Stories

For some this translates into a rap about the quadratic equation. For others its a story to bringmeaning to the order of operations. After each student has practiced ways to incorporate MAPSinto their mastery of math, we put on the Integer Olympics. This is a fun and safe environmentfor students to apply what theyve learned and realize that creating their own song, picture orstory really works.

5. SAT/ACTMore than two million students take theSATandACTeach year. As this number rises so doesthe competition for students to get into their school of choice. At SuperCamp, we prep yourstudent to learn the skills necessary to ease their anxiety and build their confidence so on testday they can perform to the best of their ability.

SuperCamp helps students take a step back and get into the minds of the test creators. Studentslearn to ask themselves questions such as:

Do they want me to think critically on this question? Is there a better answer then the most obvious?

How are questions laid out on SAT vs. the ACT

These types of questions open a students mind on how the test was created, and help themanswer the test questions more accurately.

Effective time managementis another key skill for success on these standardized tests. Howmuch time should be spent on each question? Should one read all of the questions first and thengo back to answer them? Answers to these and other questions are extremely beneficial forstudents tackling the SAT and ACTand we cover them all.

All the test prep in the world wont make a difference if a students anxiety is too high.

SuperCamp empowers your child to acknowledge they know what they know and let go of theemotion around the test. Your child will leave SuperCamp with valuable strategies to focus theirattention , bolster theirconfidence, and ease their anxiety before and during any test situation.
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Life and Career SkillsThere is more to learning thanacademics. As parents we know that the workplace has changedat a rapid pace as technology becomes more advanced. The world has become more and morereliant on technology and we need to prepare kids today for the jobs of tomorrow that haventeven been created yet. To do this, we must to equip them with the right skill set to be successfulin school, work and life.

Critical thinking, communication, collaboration and creativity (the four Cs) are part of theP21Framework(Partnership for 21st Century Skills) and are important for the newCommon CoreState Standards. Students who attend SuperCamp are given real-life team-building opportunitiesto not only learn these skills, but also to apply them in a group of their peers.

Virtually every camper at SuperCamp benefits in one way or another from the life skillscurriculum. The life skills training areas we cover include:

Establishing a code of character for personal excellence Exploring 21st century career skills Building communication and relationship strategies Moving out of comfort zones Understanding the character traits of a good leader Developing realistic goals and motivation

SuperCamp is a unique academic and career preparation experience. Your child is put into ahighly orchestrated positive environment that allows them to grow personally as well asacademically. The curriculum is designed for each student to feel safe to express themselves,explore who they are, and connect with one another. As a result, SuperCamp students often formlong-lasting friendships because they feel their peers understand who they really are inside andout.

1. 8 Keys of ExcellenceExcellence is not an act, but a habit.Aristotle

Excellence definition: worth, greatness, good qualities in high degree

The8 Keys of Excellence character programis the foundation on which SuperCamp is built. Thestudents are immersed in the 8 Keys for the duration of SuperCamptheyre posted on walls,modeled by staff, and woven into each days activities. All students agree to live by theseprinciples while at SuperCamp, creating a feeling of community and trust, and a sense ofbelonging in an open, friendly environment.

The benefits of the SuperCamp programwith the 8 Keys of Excellence at its corehave beennoted worldwide. Studies show SuperCamp graduates significantlyincrease self-confidenceandmotivation,improve their grades, participate more in school, and feel measurablybetter about themselves.

We really need to bring excellence back as a standard if the 8 Keys of Excellence was inevery school in America and being taught in the homes it would literally transform the country.Jack Canfield, Author, Chicken Soup for the Soul Series

The 8 Keys of Excellence were created many years ago by studying people who had achievedgreat success while maintaining personal excellence. We identified the traits and principles they

shared, and those that came up most often became our 8 Keys of Excellence. They includegenerally accepted concepts like Integrity, Commitment and Flexibility. The 8 Keys are:
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Integrity

Match behavior with your values

Demonstrate your positive personal values in all you do and say. Be sincere and real.

Failure Leads to SuccessLearn from mistakes

View failures as feedback that provides you with the information you need to learn, grow and

succeed.

Speak with Good Purpose

Speak honestly and kindly

Think before you speak. Make sure your intention is positive and your words are sincere.

This Is It!

Make the most of every moment

Focus your attention on the present moment. Keep a positive attitude.

Commitment

Make your dreams happen

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Ownership

Take responsibility for actions

Be responsible for your thoughts, feelings, words, and actions. Own the choices you make and

the results that follow.

Flexibility

Be willing to do things differently

Recognize what's not working and be willing to change what you're doing to achieve your goal.

Balance

Live your best life

Be mindful of self and others while focusing on what's meaningful and important in your life.

2. 21st Century SkillsThe challenges facing students ahead are mounting. We now have a global economy wheremarket competitionnationally and internationallyis fierce. With the rapid growth oftechnology, businesses are finding that what worked 10 years ago may not be as effective today.As a result, workplaces have to adapt and become more innovative.

In addition to the three Rs, (reading, writing, and mathematics) students now need to learnapplied skills such as creativity and critical thinking to be competitive when they enter theworkforce.

To succeed in todays workplace, young people need more than basic reading and math skills.

They need substantial content knowledge and information technology skills; advanced thinkingskills; flexibility to adapt to change; and interpersonal skills to succeed in multi-cultural, cross-functional teams..J. Willard Marriott, Jr., Chairman and CEO, Marriott International, Inc.

SuperCamp weaves21st Century Curriculuminto everything we do to build both cognitiveabilities and social skills. Students grow in the following key areas:

Critical thinking Learning and problem solving Creativity and innovation Cooperation and collaboration Communication and relationship building

Being of service Leadership
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Living your best life

SuperCamp is powered by ourQuantum Learning system, which is successfully used inthousands of classrooms across the country. For over 30 years we have integrated the four Csinto our curriculum with outstanding results:

Critical Thinking: Our campers realize that many of ourtest-taking skillsrequire more strategythan knowledge. Students learn how to utilize divergent and convergent problem-solvingtechniques to be more successful on standardized tests. They also take in ways to use critical

thinking to overcome challenges in their everyday lives.

Communication: To be successful in school, work and life, people need to be able to effectivelyarticulate their thoughts. Students learn our system for clear communication that includes ouraffinity process to get to know each other on a deeper level to create a higher level of respect,the OTFD system to help manage conflict, and the 4-part apology.

Collaboration: Teens learn new skills in a group environment, work together to practice theseskills with team challenges, and experience the importance of working together during our ropescourse activity.

Creativity: Students are taught creative strategies like mind mapping, ourQuantum

Writingprocess, andQuantum Strategies.

3. Communication and RelationshipsOne of the reasons we love working with teens is that their relationship skills are works inprogress. Its all a process of discovery: determining who they are in relation to the people in theirworld; sorting out the meaning of the interactions they have with others; and dealing with theflood of complex, conflicting, and sometimes intense emotions that result.

Teen relationshipsare kind of like a frontierthey are undiscovered territory. They face endlesspossibilities, because at this stage in their lives so many doors are opening for them. Over the

years we have identified the seven most common difficulties that teens face.

1. Troubled relationships2. Emotional hurt3. Negative self-image4. Fear of disruptive change5. Poor grades6. Lack of focus7. Low motivation

At SuperCamp we empower students to process their experiences to increase personal

accountability, develop a no-blame attitude, and take ownership of their needs, wants anddreams. Using ourOTFD clear communication system, understanding FIMAGE (fear of image),and choosing to live above the line allows teens to shift theirperspective and change theirbehavior.

4. LeadershipLeadership has been described as organizing a group of people to achieve a common goal." AtSuperCamp we weave in leadership skills throughout our curriculum.

An important aspect of leadership is understanding how to empower yourself and others tomovebeyond your comfort zone to accomplish a goal. Students learn leadership techniques such ashow to:
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Be powerful communicators Resolve conflicts Live the 8 Keys of Excellence Lead by example Use critical thinking to make better decisions Apply creativity when faced with challenges Feel confident in their abilities Motivate with a sense of humor

Students are introduced to these leadership concepts in ourJunior ForumandSeniorForumprograms. Returning graduates can take their leadership skills a step further by enrollingin ourLeadership Track,Leadership Forum, andQuantum-Uprograms.

5. Breaking Through Personal BarriersStudents come out of our programs sparkling withconfidencebecause theyve come face to facewith their own success. We dont leave it to chance, belief, or wishful thinking. We let themexperience for themselves just how good they are. We build in opportunities for all students tosucceed. They dont just believe they can be successful, theyknow itbecause theyve done it.

Teens shouldnt have to miss out on achievements because theyre afraid they will fail. AtSuperCamp, students break through theself-confidencebarrier over and over again with the helpof what we call the Success Model. We use this strategy throughout our programs, not just foracademics, but for life skills and attitude.

Students first experience small private successes, then work their way up to giant public ones. AtSuperCamp we believe:

1. Every person is capable or learning.2. People learn in different ways.

3. Learning is most effective in a joyful, engaging, and challenging environment.

By identifying and breaking through personal barriers, teens at SuperCamp realize what they arecapable of, become motivated from within, and ultimately transform their apathy into enthusiasm.

5. Motivation and Goal SettingGoal setting and motivation go hand in hand. How good does it feel to set a goal and reach it?This excitement motivates us to set another goal, and so on. However, teens are rarely taughthow to set and pursue goals.

At SuperCamp,our facilitatorsteach your child not only the how and why behind setting goalsbut what it feels like to accomplish them. We achieve this by helping them to:

Identify passions and dreams Label obstacles that keep us from reaching our goals Translate promising ideas into useful applications Create a plan of action Understand the difference between practical goals and long shots

At SuperCamp teens discover they are capable of setting goals in every area of their lives

personal, school, career, family, social, athletics, and others.
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By setting goals, your child will have a clear plan of attack for success in the school year. Increating their goals, theytake ownershipof them and feel more motivated to make their dreamsa reality.

ResultsOver the last 30 years SuperCamp has taught more than 64,000 students from 85 countries howto become better learners and increase their grades, confidence and motivation. The measurable

results from our graduates continue to amaze us year after year.

Increased Grades and Test Scores

SuperCamp graduates see outstanding improvements in their grades andstandardizedtest scores by using the skills they learn at camp. Our research shows:

73 percent of students increase their grades. Students average 100-point increases on their SAT scores. 77 percent of graduates have gone directly to a four-year college after high school. (Note: The

national average is 46 percent.)

Better Relationships and Self-esteem

Beyond academics, graduates experience a shift in their relationships and confidence at homeand at school.

77 percent report an improvement in family relationships 93 percent improve peer relationships 81 percent feel more confident in their daily lives 84 percent feel their self-esteem was higherMany parents tell us that their child pleaded with them please dont send me to an academicsummer camp. At the end of their stay the majority say, thank you mom and dad for sending

me here. I never knew I had so much potential.

1. GradesGrades are not always a true reflection of your childs ability or potential. This may be caused byany of several factors including lack of effort, low self-confidence, anxiety at test time, notunderstanding their learning style, or even just lacking the skills to learn effectively. SuperCamphelps with all of these problems faced by teens.

Our research shows that 73 percent of our graduates increase their grades. Students maximizetheir learning and improve their grades when they focus on their dominant learning style. We all

take in information through three learning channelsvisual, auditory, and kinestheticthoughour brains tend to have a preference for one of these. We help students identify their personallearning preference and teach them valuable strategies to enhance their learning by focusing ontheir strengths.

Following are some highlights of the three learning styles. These are obviously generalizations,but you may have noticed some of these characteristics in your child.

Visual: Talks fast, moves fast, neat, orderly, sits up straight and stares until he/she gets thepicture, takes notes to create a visual representation of content. Says I see what you mean, Iget the picture. These students learn most easily when they see what they need to learn.

Auditory: Talks in a rhythmic pattern with much inflection, talks to everyone/everything, hasradar ears and a CD-recorder brain. Says I hear what youre sayingorThat sounds good to
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me. These students learn best when they hear and talk about what they need to learn.

Kinesthetic: Moves slowly, talks slowly or with pauses between ideas, big gestures, takes thescenic route through the classroom, digs for notes. SaysI can do that. These students learnbest when their learning involves movement or touch.

When your teen knows how they process information and learns ways to incorporate the otherlearning channels into their studies they greatly improve their ability to learn and retaininformation. Students knowledge of how they learn best combined with the many other academicstrategies we teachincluding mind mapping, narrative chain and power pegs memorization

techniques, and circuit learning and 10-24-7 for transferring information to long-term memoryare the reasons so many grads increase their grades after SuperCamp.

2. ConfidenceIts challenging being a teen. Youre trying to figure out who you are, who you want to be, andwho everyone wants you to be. Every day youre being asked to push yourself outside of yourcomfort zone. This is a tough task for adults, let alone teens that are experiencing emotional andphysical changes due to hormones. At SuperCamp, we help students realize theyre not aloneand that what theyre feeling is real and not unusual.

Moving outside our comfort zone allows us to recognize our fears, and be confident we canovercome them. Teens know what its like to be uncomfortable outside their comfort zone, buttheyve also had positive experiences outside their comfort zone in the past:

The first time they rode their bike Learning to drive a car Singing karaokeAll of these things were scary at first, but they discovered they could do them. UsingourQuantum Learning Success Modelwe create opportunities for your child to build confidenceby experiencing numerous "success moments. Our safe environment encourages students to trynew things. We allow them to be successful and we allow them to fail.

At SuperCamp we view failures as feedback that provides us with the information we need tolearn, grow and succeed. Using theFailure Leads to Success Keystudents gain confidence totry new things, and let go of outside pressures and opinions. When they truly believe inthemselves, theyre able to build confidence, motivation and self-esteem.

All young people have the potential for greatness. Incredible things happen when they get achance to see that greatness for themselvesand to have other people acknowledge them for it.This is what we do at SuperCamp.

3. MotivationNobody can motivate kids just by telling them to be more motivated. Intrinsic motivation, which bydefinition comes from within, is the most powerful motivator. At SuperCamp, we teach teensabout intrinsic motivation by helping them get in touch with their WIIFMs.

Short forwhats in it for me, WIIFMs are the motivating force behind nearly everything we do.Teens and adults alike can accomplish almost anything when their WIIFMs are strong enough.The most powerful WIIFMs are immediatepleasure well gain right away, rather than at someundetermined future time. Theyre also positive. Were more likely to motivate ourselves to gainpleasure than we are to avoid pain.

Most teens are unable to see the WIIFM for doing well on a test. As parents we try and explainthat doing well in school increases your ability to get into a great college. Teens often have

difficulty being motivated by it will help me some day. At SuperCamp we help teens tap into the
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powerful WIIFMs that are already built into schools successlike the feeling of learningsomething new and the thrill of accomplishment.

We help them remember that success feels great and is an emotional rush. We celebrate thesemoments with them and teach them how to motivate from within so they can continue to enjoythe feeling of success day after day. We help them focus on what they like about school, andgive them tangible WIIFMs to become more deeply engaged in their learning.

4. Self-esteemSelf-esteem is about having confidence and satisfaction in oneself. Low self-esteem manifestsitself in many ways. Some teens who suffer from low self-esteem become easily coerced by peerpressure to make bad choices such as doing drugs, bullying, and playing hooky. Others pour alot of energy into just blending in. They conform to what they think is normal and avoid anysituation that might make them stand outeven being good at school.

At the heart of this issue is negative s

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