Every great success story starts with a spark — a moment of curiosity, creativity, or confidence that lights the path forward. At Clayton State University’s Continuing and Professional Education (CaPE) Summer Camps, that spark is nurtured every single day.
Our summer programs are more than just camps — they’re launchpads for future leaders, innovators, and lifelong learners. Designed for middle and high school students, these half-day and full-day camps blend academic enrichment, social skill-building, and recreational fun to create an unforgettable experience that inspires growth in every direction.
Academic Growth: Learning Beyond the Textbook
At CaPE, we believe that learning should never stop when school lets out — it should evolve. Our enrichment-based summer camps are designed to keep young minds active through hands-on experiences that stretch imagination and intellect.
From SAT Prep and study skills workshops to creative courses in STEM, arts, and entrepreneurship, students gain the tools to strengthen academic foundations and discover new interests. Learning in a college environment encourages them to envision themselves as future university students — confident, prepared, and ready to take on new challenges.
Social Growth: Confidence Through Connection
Summer camps are where friendships bloom and teamwork takes root. Each program is designed to foster collaboration, communication, and confidence — skills that extend far beyond the classroom.
Students learn how to express themselves, listen to others, and build healthy peer relationships in a supportive, inclusive environment. Whether they’re problem-solving in a coding challenge, brainstorming ideas for a creative project, or working together during a recreational activity, campers learn one of life’s most valuable lessons: success grows stronger when we grow together.
Recreational Growth: Balance, Wellness, and Fun
Learning doesn’t have to happen behind a desk. Our summer camps infuse fun and physical activity into each day, giving students a balanced experience that nourishes both mind and body.
From outdoor games to campus adventures and hands-on creative sessions, every activity is designed to help students unwind, recharge, and enjoy learning. This balance of academic focus and play helps reinforce that education is not only rewarding — it can be exciting, too.
A Glimpse Into the Future
By hosting these programs in our Lucy Huie Hall location, students get an authentic taste of college life — learning in real classrooms, engaging with experienced instructors, and walking the same halls as tomorrow’s leaders.
For many, this experience plants the first seed of their academic dreams. It’s a chance to see themselves in a college setting, feel empowered by their potential, and understand that higher education isn’t a distant goal — it’s within reach.
Why Parents and Students Love CaPE Summer Camps
✔️ Enrichment programs designed for ages 11–17
✔️ Hands-on, interactive learning in a university setting
✔️ Courses that promote academic confidence, social growth, and creative exploration
✔️ Small class sizes with supportive instructors
✔️ A safe and welcoming campus environment
At CaPE, we’re not just offering summer camps — we’re cultivating the next generation of thinkers, creators, and achievers. Because when students find joy in learning, they carry that spark with them for life.
Ready to plant the seeds of success this summer?
Reach out to our office at (678) 466-5122 or email CE@Clayton.edu. Ask us about our upcoming summer camp programs and give your student the head start they deserve.