What’s Included?
One-on-one writing coaching
Writing kit, complete with a journal, pencils, & craft materials
Page 15 t-shirt
Q&A with a published author + signed book
Cover art consultation with a professional artist
Book release party for family + friends
Your very own published book!
Camp Information
RATES
Tuition: Rising 3rd - 12th grade students: $275
Sibling Discount: When registering 2 or more students, Page 15 offers a 5% discount for every child. Use promo code: 2024coauthors in checkout
Teacher discount: If you are a school teacher (any subject!) and are registering your own child(ren), please email camps@page15.org for a special teacher discount on tuition.
CAMP LOCATION
UCF Downtown Orlando; Dr. Phillips Academic Commons, 500 W. Livingston St. Orlando, FL 32801. Located in the heart of the new Creative Village in downtown, the new UCF Downtown is a world-class 21st-century campus for digital media, communication, public service, and health-related programs. Through visits to different locations on campus, Page 15 campers will have the opportunity to experience the expansive timeline of storytelling – from manual printing presses to virtual reality and video games.
SCHOLARSHIPS
Page 15 offers a limited number of full scholarships during each week of camp. Scholarships cover tuition and all supplies for camp. Scholarships will be awarded and announced in May 2024. Because of the limited number of scholarships available priority is given to students who (1) have been nominated by a teacher, and (2) have not received a scholarship in prior years.
To apply for scholarship, click here. For more information on scholarships, please contact us at camps@page15.org.
Camp Waitlist
Due to the popularity and limited capacity, camps fill up quickly! If your preferred camp dates are already filled, you will have the option to place your child’s name on the waitlist.
Refunds & Cancellation Policy
If you have already submitted your payment and need to withdraw your child from the program, refunds will be issued as follows:
- Cancelling more than 2 weeks before camp: full refund will be applied less a 5% processing fee.
- Cancelling 1 – 2 weeks before: full refund will be applied less a 20% cancellation fee.
- Cancelling within 1 week: no refunds will be processed.
Writer's Camp FAQs
Who is Page 15?
Since 2008, Page 15 has provided vital literacy programs that playfully and powerfully engage youth in sharing their unique creative voice. Page 15 is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit in Orlando, FL. Page 15 has been supported by the Orlando Magic Youth Foundation, Disney, Universal Orlando Foundation, United Arts of Central Florida and many others!
What does my child need for camp?
Page 15 provides campers with all camp supplies including journals, paper, pens, craft supplies, etc. Things you need to bring:
- Comfortable attire and tennis shoes
- Packaged snack for outside snack break
- Prescribed medication (if necessary)
- A good attitude and a creative brain!
How many students will be in class each week?
Maximum camp capacity is 25 students each week. At camp, students will work in small groups of 5-7 students with a lead writing coach. The small group system will ensure that each camper will receive one-on-one attention, connects authentically with a real community of peers, and prevents noisy and disengaging discussions with too many people.
Who will be my child’s writing coaches and how are they monitored?
Page 15’s has pulled our favorite writing coaches together to lead our summer camps this year. All coaches have been vetted and trained by Page 15 leadership and all have completed a national criminal background check. Additionally, each of our coaches is paired with a second coach in their small group so there is always an additional adult providing accountability. Program Director Paul Driscoll and Program Manager Alexandra Smith both manage and train each of our coaches and will meet with them before and after camp each day to support their instruction and your students’ experience.
Can I purchase an additional copy of my child’s book?
Yes! Additional copies of your child’s book can be ordered for purchase before and after camp.
How do I apply for a financial scholarship for my child?
A limited number of scholarships are available in each week of camp and cover tuition and supplies. Please complete the scholarship application form here and Page 15 will update all applicants when scholarships are awarded in May 2024.