2020 Youth Camp (virtual)
The Polish American Congress Charitable Foundation sponsored an Online Cultural Program for American teenagers of Polish descent ages 13-17 in cooperation with the School of Polish Language and Culture Jagiellonian University.
This was the first time that the Explorers’ Summer Program was held virtually, due to the Coronavirus. PACCF had six (6) participants representing PAC Divisions, PNA, PRCUA and FCSLA. The cost of the 2-week Program was $350.00 per student, with PACCF contributing $200.00 and the family covering the balance of $150.00
The Program included 30 Hours of Polish language classes and 20 hours of integration and cultural meetings and thematic workshops. Some of the highlights were learning about historic Krakow, a virtual tour of the beautiful Malopolska region of Poland, learning Polish traditional and modern songs, cooking simple Polish delicacies, and visiting interesting Polish cities including Warsaw, Wroclaw, Poznan, Lublin & Gdansk. A final quiz was given on both Polish language and the cultural activities. Each participant received a Diploma of completion of the language course from the Jagiellonian University.
Link to the student’s Polish Traditions Virtual Presentation
Link to the student’s Malopolskie Virtual Tour
Link to the student’s quiz on Kraków
What our Participants Have to Say
“This was such a positive and enriching curriculum, I met people from all over the world and was able to learn with them, along with an inspiring teacher, Pani Gabriella.”
- Olivia W.
“Thank you for the opportunity to participate in your program again this year. I must admit, the experience was different from last year, since we couldn't travel to Poland. However, that did not stop me from enjoying the course online. My Polish improved so much from when I went to Poland last year, as well as, after this year's camp. I feel much more confident in my grammar too! I met many new friends, all from different countries and such different lifestyles! I also got to connect with my Polish roots again. I enjoyed learning about Poland's amazing history and culture! I thank you again for allowing me to participate in such a wonderful program!”
- Kamila W.