Camp Education and the Future of Elite Secondary Education

A Global Introduction for International Schools in Latin America

Hosted by Camp Education International (CEI)

Friday, June 5, 2026
2:00 PM–3:30 PM (São Paulo, Brazil GMT-3 Time)
Virtual Event via Zoom

CEI with Chinese Camp Educators in Hangzhou, April 2026

Preparing Students for Life — Not Only University

Around the world, educators, parents, and universities are asking an increasingly important question:

Are we preparing students only to perform academically — or also preparing them to thrive as human beings?

Students today are more accomplished than ever before academically, yet schools globally are observing rising levels of:

anxiety,
social disconnection,
dependence on structure,
fear of failure,
reduced resilience,
and difficulty navigating uncertainty.

At the same time, leading universities and employers increasingly value:

leadership,
collaboration,
adaptability,
emotional intelligence,
intercultural competence,
communication,
initiative,
and resilience.

These are precisely the kinds of outcomes historically associated with one of the world’s most overlooked educational traditions:

Camp Education

What Is Camp Education?

Camp Education is not simply recreation, entertainment, or childcare.

It is the intentional developmental use of:

experience,
community,
challenge,
reflection,
mentorship,
responsibility,
and play

to help young people grow socially, emotionally, physically, and personally.

Historically, many of the founders of organized camp were educators themselves, and camp emerged as a response to concerns about modern childhood, disconnection, and the limitations of traditional schooling alone.

Today, Camp Education sits at the intersection of:

experiential learning,
whole-child education,
leadership development,
residential education,
outdoor education,
and social-emotional learning.

Campers doing a dane

About the Session

This 90-minute virtual event will introduce school leaders and educators to:

the historical foundations of Camp Education,
how camp and secondary education have historically intersected,
why experiential and developmental education matter more than ever,
the educational philosophy behind Camp Education,
and how international schools may benefit from integrating Camp Education principles and programming.

The session will include:

a 60-minute keynote presentation by Camp Education International (CEI),
followed by a 30-minute collaborative focus group discussion with participating schools.
A professional development certificate
Presentation resources and materials

About Camp Education International (CEI)

Camp Education International (CEI) is a global social enterprise helping governments, schools, and youth organizations define, strengthen, and scale high-quality Camp Education.

CEI works internationally to:

develop Camp Education frameworks,
support leadership and staff development,
build research and evidence initiatives,
design experiential learning systems,
and help educational institutions integrate developmental learning alongside academic excellence.

CEI believes:

Every Child Deserves Camp Education.

Who Should Attend

This event is designed for:

Heads of School
Secondary School Leaders/Teachers
Student Life Directors
Innovation Leaders
University Counseling Teams
Outdoor Education Coordinators
Experiential Learning Leaders
International Educational Consultants/Leaders
School Founders and Educational Entrepreneurs

Event Details

Date: Friday, June 5, 2026
Time: 2:00 PM–3:30 PM (São Paulo, Brazil GMT-3 Time)
Format: Zoom
Cost: Complimentary
Hosted by: Camp Education International (CEI)

Registration

Please complete the registration form below to reserve your place.

Space is limited to participating schools and invited educational leaders.

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