About our Root Camps
The Rich Roots Village Summer Program is a holistic 5-week experience grounded in community, healing, creativity, and whole-child development. Designed for children ages 3–13, this immersive learning space blends wellness, sustainability, cultural identity, and self-mastery—from Soil to Soul. Rooted in ancestral wisdom and forward-thinking practices, we empower children and parents to grow, learn, and thrive in a nurturing village environment
🏋️️ Weekly Curriculum Overview
Core Learning Areas:
STEAM & Phonetics: Science experiments, literacy games, engineering builds
Sustainability & Practical Skills: Gardening, herbalism, carpentry, food prep
Mindfulness & Movement: Yoga, dance aerobics, trampoline fitness, sound therapy
Cultural & Ancestral Studies: African diaspora history, drumming, cultural theory
Creative Arts & Expression: Pottery, karaoke, painting, seasonal gallery showcase
Youth Finance (10–17 yrs): Budgeting, saving, and earning through wisdom-based projects
Root Camp Session Schedule
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Session 1
June 9th-July 3
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Session 2
June 9- July 3
🌟 End-of-Season Celebrations
Kids' Art Gallery + Finance Market: Art-themed around wisdom + money, all earnings go to child
Book & Bike Club Celebration: Gifts distributed to participating children
Drum + Dance Showcase
Certificates of Mastery & Recognition
🔮 Evaluation & Growth
Children's Assessments:
Bi-weekly reflections: cognitive, emotional, and practical skill development
Observational notes + family updates
Healer & Educator Support:
Sponsored training for new educators, youth mentors, and practitioners
Guest teaching stipends for community healers and cultural educators