Camp MAC is transitioning completely virtual! Campers will still learn the stylistic nuances of journalistic writing through engaging, interactive activities and learn how to write relevant stories in real-time — exactly like a real journalist. By the end of the week, campers will have produced material for a physical magazine and had tons of fun doing it.
Camp MAC is run by staff members of Paly’s nationally recognized journalism program and introduces rising eighth and ninth graders to the journalistic skills the counselors have grown to love. This year’s virtual camp will include modified activities we traditionally have during camp such as short lectures, accompanying activities, structured writing time, and guest speakers.
Our digital camp will run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., with an hour lunch break from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. There will be no loss in instructional hours from the original in-person camp, but the overall time frame will be extended to provide more opportunities for campers to participate in. We recognize that spending many consecutive hours on Zoom is tiring and would like to help minimize fatigue as much as possible.
While the current situation has limited our options in some capacities, it has also presented us with exciting new opportunities! For the first time ever, Camp MAC will be offering an additional daily lecture series. The optional workshops and presentations will take place from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., hosted by faculty from other MAC programs, esteemed professionals, and student journalists. Both students and parents are encouraged to attend these sessions. There will be time for learning a new skill, hearing a new perspective, and gaining insight into the Paly MAC programs. Directly afterward, Camp MAC will host supervised tutoring time where campers can check-in with counselors.
Disclaimer:
We decided to reduce the overall price of our listing as an acknowledgment of the decreased operational costs but know the caliber of our camp
will be maintained to that of years prior with additional benefits such as a daily lecture series, office hours, and multimedia opportunities.
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We provide financial aid based on individual personal need. Email us for details.