Event Date: July 28, 2025
Rising Youth Voice Summer Camp
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Discover the art of digital storytelling at the Rising Youth Voice Camp!
Rising Youth Voice • July 28 – August 1
WITF Public Media Center
Digital Creator Studio
4801 Lindle Rd, Harrisburg, PA 17111
Designed for students entering 7th and 8th grade, this camp invites young storytellers and creators to uncover local environmental stories and bring them to life using our brand-new Digital Creator Studio. Throughout the week, campers will explore what it means to be a critical consumer of information, while being creators of information! Campers will elevate their stories connecting their own experiences to local environmental topics and transform them into vibrant digital narratives. Along the way, they’ll develop skills in brainstorming, media and information literacy, pitching ideas, crafting compelling stories, and producing multimedia content. Through their chosen creative outlets, campers will learn to share their unique perspectives on local environmental topics and raise their voices in meaningful ways.
Dates: July 28 – August 1.
Grades: 7th and 8th
Time: 8:30am – Noon
Summer Camp Scholarships are available to eligible families through generous support from The Donald B. and Dorothy L. Stabler Charitable Fund. To learn more or to apply, contact Jennifer Eley at jennifer_eley@pennon.org.
Rising Youth Voice is made possible by generous support from:
Donald B. and Dorothy L. Stabler Foundation and The Hershey Company
The Digital Creator Studio is made possible with the support from our Founding Partner:
Truist Charitable Fund
FAQs
How are drop-off and pickup handled?
An authorized adult (parent/guardian/other) will need to enter the lobby with the camper to sign campers in at the start of their camp and sign them out at the end of their camp. Morning and all-day camp drop-off begins at 8:15am. Pick-up for campers enrolled in morning-only camp is at noon. Drop-off for campers enrolled in afternoon-only camp is from 12:45pm – 1:00pm.End of day pick-up for afternoon and all-day camp is at 4:30pm at the front entrance of the WITF Public Media Center located at 4801 Lindle Rd., Harrisburg, PA 17111.As you enter the WITF parking lot, located on Keckler Road, you’ll take the ramp to the right up to a small lot in front of the building, where you’ll find accessibility spaces. You may park there for drop off and pick up. The front entrance is easily accessible from there.
An authorized adult (parent/guardian/other) will need to enter the lobby with the camper to sign campers in at the start of their camp and sign them out at the end of their camp. Morning and all-day camp drop-off begins at 8:15am. Pick-up for campers enrolled in morning-only camp is at noon. Drop-off for campers enrolled in afternoon-only camp is from 12:45pm – 1:00pm.End of day pick-up for afternoon and all-day camp is at 4:30pm at the front entrance of the WITF Public Media Center located at 4801 Lindle Rd., Harrisburg, PA 17111.As you enter the WITF parking lot, located on Keckler Road, you’ll take the ramp to the right up to a small lot in front of the building, where you’ll find accessibility spaces. You may park there for drop off and pick up. The front entrance is easily accessible from there.
What makes WITF’s summer offerings unique in the Harrisburg area?
Our 7-12 summer offerings are developed and led by Pennon Education’s very own professional educators. In addition to being led by highly qualified educators, students will have the opportunity to work with experts in journalism and digital creation and production using our brand-new Digital Creator Studio. Through this program, students will elevate their voices, bringing attention to issues that resonate with them.
What will students have access to in the Digital Creator Studio?
Students do not need to have any of their own technology to participate. Students will have access to brand new production equipment to produce their very own digital creations. This includes MacBooks, iPads, podcasting and video recording equipment, a green screen, and editing software.
Do students need to pack lunch?
Because our 7-12 summer offerings are not designed as full days, students do not need to pack a lunch. However, students are welcome and encouraged to bring their own snack and drink.
How are drop-off and pickup handled?
For the Rising Youth Voice Summer Camp offered to students entering grades 7 and 8, an authorized adult (parent/guardian/other) will need to enter the lobby with the student to sign students in at the start of their camp and sign them out at the end of their camp. Drop-off begins at 8:15am and pick-up is at noon at the front entrance of the WITF Public Media Center located at 4801 Lindle Rd., Harrisburg, PA 17111.
As you enter the WITF parking lot, located on Keckler Road, you’ll take the ramp to the right up to a small lot in front of the building, where you’ll find accessibility spaces. You may park there for drop off and pick up. The front entrance is easily accessible from there.
What is the cancellation policy?
Full refunds will be issued to cancellations made at least 14 days prior to the start of the program. Cancellations or changes made less than 14 calendar days before the program starts will incur a $50 fee. Cancellations or changes made less than 7 calendar days before the first day of the program are not eligible for a refund.
How do I request a registration cancellation or change?
To request a refund or change to your registration, contact Jennifer Eley at jennifer_eley@pennon.org or 717-910-2641. Refund requests will be responded to within 5 business days.
What if Pennon Education cancels the program?
We reserve the right to cancel programs that do not meet the minimum enrollment requirement. Should this occur, a full refund will be offered.
Does Pennon Education offer a sibling discount for multiple attendees?
Pennon Education does not offer a sibling discount at this time.
