



Learning Lessons for Life
The Camp Curtin YMCA offers Achievers Programs for youth in grades 6-12. These programs help in raising academic achievement and career development for middle to high school youth in the Harrisburg area. Featured with these programs are field trips, college visits, trade exposure, community service, and more! Achievers helps youth expand their potential and exposes them to the prospects of higher education and the workforce.
The Achievers Programs at the Camp Curtin YMCA are academic success and career growth initiatives. They exist to help youth in grades 6-12 set and pursue high educational and career goals. This can result in graduation and acceptance to a school of higher learning. After graduation, they’ll have the courage they need to enter the workforce!
Achievers is offered at no cost to all participants.
Programs like this have grown to serve students from many cultures and financial backgrounds. They provide youth and teens with insight into how to navigate the process of secondary education and career success. It also gives youth and teens positive role models from their own community. This program provides all students the chance to network in a like-minded program; they will bond with peers to push each other toward success!
Junior Achievers: For Grades 6-8 (Middle School)
Schedule
- Junior Achievers is held every other Monday evening at the Camp Curtin YMCA from 6:00-8:00pm
- Dinner is provided
- Programming running NOW through May 11, 2026
Y Achievers: For Grades 9-12 (High School)
Schedule
- Y Achievers is held every other Wednesday evening at the Camp Curtin YMCA from 6:00-8:00pm
- Dinner is provided
- Programming running NOW through May 13, 2026
At Achievers, you can expect:
- Strategies for educational success
- Stress management and resources for anxiety and mental health
- Community service and engagement
- Preparation for college and employment
- Resources on trades, careers, and apprenticeships
- Time management and budgeting
- Entrepreneurship
- Conflict resolution and social media responsibility
- College applications, tours, and information about financial aid