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Counselors in Training Program

C.I.T. Program: Counselors In Training (Going into 10th grade or 11th grad), L.I.T. Program: Leaders In Training (Going into 12th grade)

Minimum of a Session 1 or 2 to be eligible and by invitation only.

Ages 15 - 17, or equivalent to going into 10th Grade through 12th Grade, for a minimum of 1 complete Session, as found on the Dates and Fees page and by By Invitation Only (Limited Space). 10th Graders must have attended MGTA previously. Those who are selected have been chosen for their willingness to participate in all the camper activities in an enthusiastic, reverent and helpful way, and who also have the maturity and sense of responsibility to learn to guide young campers by example, and to help out the counselors, will be our team of young CIT's.

We have a unique College Campus Visitation Program for interested Seniors LIT's and CIT's. We will visit 3 colleges within the full session and let campers experience a taste of what college life would be be like, both academically and socially. Extra fee of $400.

The CIT's and LIT's will not miss any of the benefits of instruction or fun activities or trips of a regular camper and will, because of the added responsibility, be given many privileges and benefits. Therefore they will have all the benefits of being a camper and special privileges reserved just for CIT's and LIT's. Along with these benefits and raised expectations come advanced responsibilities and jobs. Since they are a Counselor-in-Training and Leaders In Training, they will be required to perform many similar tasks that we ask our counselors to perform. However, they will always be supervised by mature staff.

These tasks include helping look after younger campers during meals, golf/tennis, and in evening program, helping set up and take down activities, helping take kids to showers at night, being in charge of ice cream parties for the campers, helping to get kids involved in all activities, learning to lead morning clean-up inspection, etc. Always under the supervision of adults and older counselors. There will be a special team of staff assigned to guide the CIT's and LIT's. (LIT's are 17 year old Leaders In Training)

Fees and Stipends  (If enrolled before September 1st, with normal deposit and payment schedule)

  • Going into 11th Grade CIT's are given a discount of $600 per Session 1 or 2; $800 for Big Session; or $1,000 for the Full Season Based on the full fees.
  • Going into 12th Grade LIT's are given a discount of $600 per Session 1 or 2; $800 for Big Session; or $1,000 for the Full Season Based on the full fees. Discounts based on the full fee. PLUS they get a stipend of $50 per week.

 

Note: Only one discount per camper. Please choose the one which is best for your family.

Typical CIT Schedule

Daily Training and meetings to coordinate CIT roles while at camp, beginning with welcoming arriving families and helping campers adjust, giving tours, through helping campers prepare to go home and depart. One day a week a special supervised CIT activity will be scheduled to be their "time off " from the responsibilities of being a CIT. The place and activity will vary.

1st Sunday:
Orientation about camp life and general assignments for the coming weeks. Basic outline of what is expected as well as a question and answer portion.

1st Wednesday:
First session of Counselor Orientation (General guidelines and MGTA Polices and procedures). Speech from college students about college life and application process. Also, what goes into playing college golf and tennis and maintaining the balance of athletics and school. Question and answer segment.

2nd Wednesday:
Second session of Counselor Orientation (How to deal with problem campers and identifying personality types). Speech from a college coach about what it takes to make it on a college golf and tennis team, advice on how to market yourself, and what college coaches look for in players. Question and answer segment.

3rd Sunday:
Help with new camper tours to parents, camper orientation and evaluations.

3rd Wednesday:
Third session of Counselor Orientation (Do’s and Don’ts of being a camp counselor). College students talk about how to deal with college life and academics. Also, what to expect from professors and other students in college. Question and answer.

4th Wednesday:
Fourth session of Counselor Orientation (Frequently Asked Questions about Camp and MGA. Also, speech from the director about camp and future). Stories from international college students about what it is like to be a student in America. Question and answer.