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About Us

Our Mission

We celebrate the life of the mind. We call our campers “motivated learners,” figuring anyone who shows up to take biology, math, or art in July is motivated. AICL creates an environment in which it is safe to laugh and learn, to risk and fail, and to experiment with something outside of one’s competence.

Through outreach and scholarships, we foster a racially and economically diverse community. At AICL, we see everyone as both a learner and a teacher. We encourage social and intellectual interactions that will enable our students to fulfill their personal, professional, and academic potential. Because we build curricula based on the idea that learning is fun and should be on-going, we prepare our students to engage our complex world with insight, empathy, and confidence. When a camper comes to AICL, they have an opportunity to join a community of educators and students who are passionate about learning and creating.

Our Values

  • Regardless of our name we’ve always upheld the values:
  • Self-acceptance: AICL embraces and celebrates the unique qualities and individual journey of every human.
  • Community: AICL cultivates a sense of belonging and inclusion within our community, ensuring every participant feels connected, supported, and accepted.
  • Empowerment: AICL equips campers with the skills and mindset to realize their full potential, fostering confidence in and ownership of their learning journey.
  • Curiosity: AICL nurtures inquisitiveness by fostering empathetic curiosity and supporting creative risk taking.
  • Creativity: AICL inspires creativity and innovation by providing a nurturing environment for campers and staff alike to express themselves authentically and unleash their imagination.
  • Joy: AICL cultivates a culture of joy and celebration, infusing our culture with laughter, positivity, and enthusiasm.

Leadership

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Jenn Conner
Executive Director
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Jenn Conner
Executive Director
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Jenn Conner
Executive Director
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Staff

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Graham Marema
Operations Manager
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Digital Communication & Ecommerce Manager
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Camp Administrator
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Head Counselor
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Board Officers

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Alan Williams
Board President
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Jeremy Williams
Vice President
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J.J. Breazeale
Secretary
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Brian Smith
Treasurer
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Board Members

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Matthew Perkins Coppola
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Wes Cheek
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Danbee “Tauntaun” Kim
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