About the program

We teach critical counseling skills, behavior management, and instruction techniques. CITs will work with our staff as assistant instructors in the various program areas across Tockwogh.

CITs are assigned a cabin to help with everything from planning activities to working with homesick campers. After all, camp is about learning through positive relationships and our counselors are role models for our CITs as much as they are for campers.

By the end of the month, CITs will become better at understanding group dynamics, working with children, developing skills in others, and taking initiative. A new level of confidence will bloom from supervising and supporting others. It is an amazing feeling. The opportunity to make a positive, lasting impact on the new generation of Tockwogh campers is one not to be missed!

In addition to all of the on-camp time, the CIT’s also go on an overnight camping trip to get away from camp, enjoy each other’s company, reflect and celebrate all that they have learned throughout the month.

CIT applications are accepted throughout the year, though it is highly recommended that they are sent in early. The application process consists of a written application, two written references, and an interview. Being a LIT is not a requisite for the program.

References

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Merit-based scholarships

We are offering a merit-based scholarship for the CIT program (Long Session 1).

If you have any questions, please email Krista at [email protected]

What we are looking for in a scholarship winner:

• Someone who is a positive impact on those around them
• Displays our values of honesty, caring, respect, responsibility, and inclusion
• Has an interest in being a leader and working with kids
• Could benefit from 3-4 weeks away at camp in our leadership programs gaining new skills, confidence, and independence!

To apply for the merit-based CIT scholarship: CLICK HERE

To nominate a teen you know for a scholarship: CLICK HERE

If awarded the scholarship, participant/parent/guardian will be required to pay a $75 registration fee (Program value $1880-$3440).

Nominations close April 15th. Scholarship recipients will be notified April 18th! If an individual does not receive the scholarship, they are still eligible to register for the program and/or apply for financial scholarship.

For registered CITs:

CIT Welcome Packet 2022

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In addition to camp counselor training programs, Tockwogh offers Leaders in Training.