Camp Visit: Sunday, July 18th

Do you want to experience camp with the kids first-hand? Sign up today to visit camp and participate in workshops with the kids!

When: 8:30am (departure from Manhattan) - 7pm (arrival back in Manhattan)
Where: Pick up and drop off details to come
RSVP: michelle.hunter@thegotogroup.org

Feel free to bring snacks for the ride there and back. Lunch will be provided.

First Day of Camp!!

GOTO wishes its scholars, old and new, a great first day of camp!

We have 16 Scholars attending the first session of camp. The remaining 11 returning scholars are attending the second session of camp later this summer. Students choose majors and minors to study while at camp, such as:

--Music (Voice, Piano, Viola, Cello, Oboe, Flute, Clarinet, Saxophone, Trumpet, Trombone, Euphonium, Acoustic and Electric Guitar and Bass, Percussion and Drums)

--Theater (Scene-Based Acting, Playwriting, and Introduction to Directing, Stage Combat)

--Dance (Ballet, Beginning Ballet, Pointe Ballet, Jazz, Modern Dance, Choreography, Tap, Hip-Hop, Folk Dance)

--Visual Arts (Painting, Drawing, Illustration, Ceramics, Printmaking, Sculpture, Glass Art, Fibert Art, Mixed Media, Beading and Crafts)

--Media Arts (Photography, Video, Recording Arts, Creating Writing, Journalism)

--Sports and Swimming

Click here to donate to the Scholarship Fund. It is the generous donations of GOTO-supporters like you that allow us to send kids to camp each summer.

Boston 2010 Scholar: Cheyanne Walker Williams

Cheyanne has always dreamed of becoming a country music singer and songwriter. She is excited to put that creativity to work while taking classes in singing and guitar at Med-O-Lark. Cheyanne will also have the opportunity to try horseback riding and ballet.

Boston 2010 Scholar: Carlos Oviedo

Carlos is the youngest child and only boy in his family, so he is looking forward to hanging out with other kids his own age at Med-O-Lark. Carlos has always wanted to learn how to play the guitar and, since there are no music classes at Roxbury Prep, he is excited to try it out this summer!

NYC 2010 Scholar: Ariel Villanueva

Ariel loves to sing whenever and wherever she can: from the hallways and bathrooms at school to even the bus! She has an energetic and enthusiastic personality that enables her to motivate others. Ariel is ready to learn more about music and dance while at camp.

Boston 2010 Scholar: Shavon Ajanee McBynum

Shavon is passionate about dance and abstract art, because she feels that they have no boundaries. She is currently a student at Mother Caroline Academy and believes that Med-O-Lark will help her both socially and personally.

NYC 2010 Scholar: Emily Rosas

Emily found an interest in videography while making films of pets at home. She is hoping to add to this interest at camp by taking classes in drawing, photography, and creative writing. Although Emily can be shy at school, she is confident she will make great friends at Appel Farm.

Boston 2010 Scholar: Jacarea Lee Garraway

Jacarea attends the Mission Hill School and recently won an award at her school's art competition. She is hoping to translate this success to camp Med-O-Lark, where she is eager to participate in different activities while making friends from all different backgrounds.

NYC 2010 Scholar: Jazmin Roman

Jazmin loves to dance latin and hip-hop and is ready to perform! She's well on her way, as she recently played Sandy in PS188's performance of Grease. She is not only a star on the stage, but also in the classroom; she has one of the highest averages in her 6th grade math class. Although Jazmin has never been to sleepaway camp, she thinks it will be a lot of fun and a great way to refine her talents.

Boston 2010 Scholar: Geraldine Galvis

Geraldine attends Mother Caroling Academy and is interested in pottery, drawing, design. She hopes to hone these skills at camp to help her achieve her dream: to be a clothing designer to the rich and famous! Geraldine is also looking forward to spend time out in nature and to meet new people.

NYC 2010 Scholar: Danny Rodriguez

Danny is looking forward to experiencing nature up close at camp, as he has spent most of his summers inside playing video games. His favorite character is the HULK because it inspires him to confront his problems head-on. Danny is interested in theater, visual arts and media arts.

Boston 2010 Scholar: Dimitri Cesar

Dimitri attends Nativity Prep and is respected among his peers. He credits his involvement in the arts to his brother. He believes that camp Med-O-Lark will give him the opportunity to try new things and learn new skills.

NYC 2010 Scholar: Ambar Popa

Ambar spends a lot of time drawing in her sketchbook but is eager to learn about what other materials she can use to create art. She has always been interested in sculpture because she likes the idea of working with clay to make different forms and shapes. At Appel Farm, Ambar will have the opportunity to explore drawing, sculpture, and more!

Boston 2010 Scholar: Ashaley Stephen Catalano

Ashaley currently attends Nativity Prep and has developed an interest in art through his classes at school, including one on African drumming. He loves to paint and scult in his free time at home. Ashaley is looking forward to not only the art classes at camp, but also the fencing, water-skiing and archery programs.

NYC 2010 Scholar: Brittany Pena

Brittany is a hard working student at PS/MS 188, as well as a caring sister to her autistic 6 year old brother. She has some experience with sketching and sculpture but is looking forward most to explore painting. At camp, Brittany wants to make new friends and learn to create art in ways she never thought possible.

Boston 2010 Scholar: Beatrice Cabrera

Beatrice currently attends Mother Caroline Academy and she enjoys playing soccer and reading in her free time. By the end of the summer, Beatrice hopes to have tried her hand at playing an instrument, taking sculpting classes, and participating in a variety of water activities.

NYC 2010 Scholar: Lissette Nunez

Lissette is eager to explore dance, visual arts, music (singing) and theater at Appel Farm. She works very hard at school to excel both academically and artistically and is looking forward to furthering her art with others with the same interests. In her spare time, Lissette likes to read vampire novels.

Boston 2010 Scholar: Cora Burwell

Cora currently attends Mission Hill, but has been involved in the arts since kindergarten. She has always loved to draw, and is particularly interested in the style of Japanese animation. In addition to honing her arts skills, Cora is looking forward to trying new things at camp, such as horseback riding and water-skiing.

NYC 2010 Scholar: ShaiAnn Lubelli

ShaiAnn loves to draw during her spare time and is interested in studying the visual arts at camp. She also loves to sing and dance and recently got to show off her talents in a production of Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory. Unfortunately, with recent budget cuts to her school's art program and 5 siblings at home, ShaiAnn does not have as much time to devote to the arts as she would like. She is looking forward to having the time to really concentrate on her art and to meet new friends.

Boston 2010 Scholar: Gaddi Fils Aime

Gaddi is a student at Nativity Prep who is actively involved in the arts at his local YMCA. He is looking forward most to improving his articistic abilities while exploring Mother Nature at camp Med-O-Lark.

NYC 2010 Scholar: Elijah Jacob Charbonier

Elijah is a 6th grader at TASS Middle School and has always had a love for music. Teachers describe him as a natural born leader who does best when expressing himself through art, music, and writing. Although he has not been able to receive any formal training or to attend music performances, he has taught himself the drums and is eager to learn the guitar. Appel Farm will offer Elijah a unique opportunity to improve his skills and to explore new talents.

Scholar-a-Day Countdown!!

GOTO is running a blog-a-thon to celebrate the new class of scholars! Starting today, June 17th, and continuing every day for the next 10 days leading up to camp, we'll be updating the blog with bios on each new NYC and Boston scholar. Make sure to check out the blog every day to learn more about our amazing kids!!