1. Immersion in imagination and creativity through life-like storytelling and character role-playing.

2. Complex story analysis and performance, integrating STEM fundamentals, humanities and science education.

3. Develop creative skills and bring characters to life in theatrical performances.

4. Connect with the natural world and explore the forests and lakes on the sprawling Massachusetts campground.

5. Embody medieval wizards, knights and fairies while integrating essential interpersonal communication skills.

6. Take part in picnics, group campfires, forest hikes and boat rides.

7. Experience an in-depth, professional exploration of Harvard and Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) campuses led by current students.

8. Learn American history by visiting the famous Boston Library and Boston Art Museum.

Campers are expected to demonstrate the three tenets of a hero: Courage, Honor and Compassion. This means being kind to fellow campers and staff members during your stay at The Story School.

1. Try new things and challenge yourself to be brave when facing new situations and experiences.

2. Follow camp safety rules.

3. Be respectful of staff and players.

4. Keep the game flowing by adhering to game rules and staying in character while the game is active.

5. Be mindful of others who seem to be having trouble and alert counselors if problems arise.

6. Practice patience with your fellow players.

7. Respect personal boundaries and identities.

The camp employs a three strike system when campers break behavioral expectations. When a camper is given a strike, parents will be notified by camp administrators via phone. The Story School takes bullying, violence and reports of unkind behavior very seriously. Failure to comply with established rules and regulations may result in dismissal from programs.

Campers participating in The Story School program through APICC will be placed into three groups with a maximum of 10 people per group.

Group A | July 1 - July 14

• July 1: Arrive at Boston Airport in the United States

• July 2-7: Camp session

• July 8: Explore Harvard and MIT campuses

• July 9: Visit Boston Library and Boston Art Museum

• July 10-14: Camp session

• July 14: Depart from Boston Airport for China

Group B | July 15 - July 28

• July 15: Arrive at Boston Airport in the United States

• July 16-21: Camp session

• July 22: Explore Harvard and MIT campuses

• July 23: Visit Boston Library and Boston Art Museum

• July 24-28: Camp session

• July 28: Depart from Boston Airport for China

Group C | July 29 - August 11

• July 29: Arrive at Boston Airport in the United States

• July 30 - August 4: Camp session

• August 5: Explore Harvard and MIT campuses

• August 6: Visit Boston Library and Boston Art Museum

• August 7-11: Camp session

• August 11: Depart from Boston Airport for China