Summer Day Camp

As $122 billion flows into American education from the American Rescue Plan, some kids and families are beginning to feel the impact this summer.  The money provided by Congress to address pandemic recovery is funding summer learning programs and summer camps, many through partnerships between schools and community organizations.

Asheville, N.C., Feb. 4, 2021 – Parents may wonder if it is safe to send their children to summer day camp this year. According to a Duke analysis in conjunction with the YMCA of the Triangle, the answer is yes – with strong protections and modified programming in place.