“GEMS is a series of week-long summer camps held in Randolph, Vermont for middle school aged youth. The mission of GEMS is to provide a secure and enjoyable place for young people to develop confidence, connections and relationship skills and prepare them to become future leaders in their community. Through a variety of activities and workshops led by local experts, campers have the chance to be immersed in peer support, act silly without judgement, participate in meaningful discussions about what it means to be themselves and members of their community, learn leadership skills and engage in community service.

Based in Randolph, Vermont, the focus of GEMS is a week-long summer camp where we foster confidence, connects and relationship skills and prepare them to become future leaders in their community.  Campers are primarily from Brookfield, Braintree, and Randolph but can come from all of Vermont.

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During the camp week, participants engage with each other, develop skills as leaders, and learn how to engage in and impact their community. They participate in activities and presentations led by community leaders and role models, connect with community service organizations, practice group problem solving, and learn discussion skills. They spend time outside, learning about themselves and each other. Personal reflection at the beginning and end of the intensive week offers participants a chance to reflect while revealing their growth. Camp scholarships are available so that GEMS can fulfill its goal to reach campers from all socioeconomic backgrounds.

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GEMS offers middle school students the chance to be immersed in peer support, act silly without judgment, participate in meaningful discussions about what it means to be themselves and community members, learn leadership skills, and engage in community service.

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GEMS is a 501(c)(3), led by a board of advisors.