Weekends/Vacation Programs

Outreach Weekends/Vacation programs offer opportunities for travel and adventure that may not otherwise be available to students. Elementary students may travel by public transportation to explore Boston; teens may go on a whale watch during a nature trip to Cape Cod or students of all ages may participate in high-adventure activities such as white water rafting or rock climbing.

Each program is typically planned according to age groupings. In addition to offering basic skills training, physical activities, cooking and creative arts, many weekends have a specific theme or focus.

You can download the 2008 Fall activities flyer and registration in English or Spanish.

Our Fall 2008 activities include:

September 19 – 26, 2008: Space Camp

Huntsville, Alabama: 10 students are all set to “blast off” to learn about Space Exploration and experience
the thrill of Space Missions! Look for information in your mail in December about
Space Camp 2009! (Grades 4-12)

October 3 – 5, 2008: Cooking For Life Weekend

Perkins Campus: “Give a man a fish; you have fed him for today. Teach a man to fish; and you have fed
him for a lifetime.” Students will participate in practical cooking activities that will
provide greater independence as they prepare for their future. (Grades 4-7)

October 24 – 26, 2008: Farm Weekend 

Perkins Campus: The fall is a perfect time to explore life on the farm! Young students will enjoy the fall
air while learning about animals, plants, vehicles, and people associated with the farm
environment. They will also get ready for Halloween with fun festive activities! (Grades 1-3)

November 14 – 16, 2008: Technology Weekend 

Perkins Campus: Older teens will be introduced to various forms of technology that can be useful to
them in their everyday life. Students will also have the opportunity to practice and
enhance their computer skills working along side adaptive technology specialists. (Grades 8-12)

November 21 –23, 2008: Peer Weekend

Perkins Campus: Students will invite a peer who is sighted from home to join them for this weekend of
friendship building. The peers will strengthen their relationships while engaging in
fun activities focused on team work, disability awareness, and socialization. Please
note: the peer must be a friend and not a relative. (Grades 5-8)

December 12-14, 2008: The Power of Women Weekend

Perkins Campus: This weekend just for girls will empower students to work hard to achieve their goals
and dreams. Students will encounter successful women role models and learn about
women who have changed history. They will present their new knowledge to family
members at the conclusion of the weekend.(Grades 9-12)
*First choice to students in Boston, Chelsea, Cambridge, and Somerville, but all are encouraged
to apply

For more information, contact Kelly Cote, Outreach Activities Coordinator, at 617-972-7867 or via e-mail at Kelly.Cote@Perkins.org.