He is the source and owner of all the gifts, resources, and supporters we have. We are merely managers with the responsibility to wisely use all that we have to bring glory to God and expand the boundaries of His kingdom. Each camp has its own method of constructing programs based on its philosophy. Many camps actively promote competition and healthy rivalry among camp teams, as reflected in team sports. For many campers this is pure fun.
Some parents feel that learning to be competitive at an early age teaches essential survival skills.
However, other parents and educators are in favor of cooperative learning. Research has shown that noncompetitive methods encourage young people to learn more, retain it longer, and develop greater self-esteem and appreciation for others. Knowing your child's personality and style of learning is valuable in selecting the right camp. ACA standards require different ratios for varying ages and special needs. The same qualities of trustworthiness and dependability sought by any employer are valued commodities in camp employees.