Young Scholars Tell What They Love About Camp Mikell
For many years, Camp Mikell has reserved the final week of its season for Emmaus House Freedom School scholars fresh off of our six-week summer literacy program. What better way to unwind and prepare for the upcoming school year than to spend a week in the beautiful northeast Georgia mountains?
Camp Mikell is the camp and conference center of the Episcopal Diocese of Atlanta. Its 460-acre campus includes forests, waterfalls, a swimming pool, and plenty of natural bodies of water.
For many of our students, it’s a rare opportunity to get away from the stimulation of city life and enjoy some relaxing fun in a stunning natural landscape.“I love Camp Mikell,” says 14-year-old Kalel Jenkins. “I can come here to get peace of mind out of the city.” Kalel said it was his first time hiking in the woods.
For Shawndell Clifton (7 yo), her favorite part was being able to eat lots of food in the canteen and play with friends every day.
Niaomi Smith (9 yo) enjoyed performing in the talent show.
India Rose Jemison (14 yo) taught herself how to swim.
Whether it’s hanging out with friends and camp counselors, making bracelets in art class, or playing four square, Camp Mikell is an opportunity for our young scholars to celebrate what they’ve accomplished this summer, and to take in new experiences. We’re grateful to the Diocese and to Camp Mikell for making this week possible.
