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Welcome to the home of the Texas Old Stories, New Voices Intercultural Youth Camp program. In summer 2008, Texas youth between the ages of 9 to12 will be selected to begin a life-changing historical journey, by participating in a week of hands-on learning, sharing and fun at historic Fort McKavett. The Coming Up Taller Award winning Old Stories, New Voices Intercultural Youth Camp will provide opportunities for children from diverse backgrounds to learn about American Indian, Hispanic, African American and Anglo contributions to the history and culture of Texas. At Fort McKavett, all of these cultures can still be experienced first-hand. The Texas State Historical Association, the Texas Historical Commission and several community organizations are co-sponsors of the camp with the generous assistance from the Colorado Historical Society and the National Park Service. Major financial support for the project is provided by the National Endowment for the Humanities. The National Endowment for the Humanities is an independent grant-making agency of the United States government dedicated to supporting research, education, preservation, and public programs in the humanities.
Established in 1852, Fort McKavett was built to protect settlers and travelers on the Upper El Paso Road. It is now operated as a historic site by the Texas Historical Commission. Participants will be housed in the restored historic barracks building and other structures at the Fort and will participate in a full schedule of daily activities including archeological investigations, traditional crafts, native plant and animal identification and horseback riding.
In addition to educating about our shared cultural heritage, the Old Stories, New Voices Intercultural Youth Camp is designed to improve the personal confidence of everyone who participates. Physical challenges, team building exercises and daily responsibilities are included in each day’s schedule, along with strong anti-gang, anti-drug, and stay-in-school messages. An experienced camp director will lead the camp with the assistance of adult counselors acting as mentors for the campers. There will be at least a ratio of one staff member to every eight camp participants at all times, and a ratio of one to five during activities and mentoring.
Organizations have already been identified to help recruit participants from Austin, Fort Worth, Houston, San Antonio and the local Fort McKavett community.
We are looking for energetic counselors with a desire to learn, teach, mentor, and make a difference in the lives of children across Texas!
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