L.I.T. - LEADERS IN TRAINING

LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM

LIT Leaders in Training
LIT Leaders in Training
LIT Leaders in Training
LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT AT KIDS FIRST

L.I.T. - LEADERS IN TRAINING PROGRAM

SUMMER 2026 WAS A BLAST! Planning for 2027 is now happening. Check back for updates soon! 

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“Building Tomorrow’s Leaders Today”

13-15 year olds


Learn what it takes to become a leader! Help with campers during the day, participate in a service project, learn from local guest speakers in a unique environment! Participation is this program will help teens feel confident in the knowledge, experience and leadership skills needed to apply for a position working with children and be more confident decision makers and leaders within our community. Participants meet and are mentored by camp counselors and Kids First staff. Unlike counselors, however, LIT's are always supervised by staff when working with campers.


Our program is specifically designed for ages 13-15 only and will focus on:

  • Social, educational, emotional and personal growth.
  • Personal disciplines such as responsibility, patience, service, punctuality and persistence are developed and nurtured during the week-long LIT sessions.

CAMP-A-PALOOZA STAFF

Julie Halusek

Department Leader
Julie Halusek

Bio coming soon

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  • I just wanted to take a moment to let you both know what an incredible experience Daniel had this summer in the LIT program. He developed skills, refined others and learned a lot about himself during the 6 weeks he was an LIT. Daniel had only positive things to say about the people, the program, the choices and activities. Your approach with the teens was ideal and Daniel had a great deal of respect for the staff. He felt comfortable talking with you if he had any concerns or suggestions and was sure his voice was being heard. He was part of a true team and loved being a role model for the younger campers. Daniel is looking ahead and wants to complete the CIT program in the future, possibly another year of LIT too! We want to thank you for providing such a quality experience for young teens. There are few programs that offer everything a young teen needs and the LIT program is a gem. By combining instruction & education, opportunities for fun, spending time with peers, giving back to others and mentoring younger campers, you have created an inspiring blend. Thanks again for a wonderful summer!

    - K.B.

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