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Ramapo for Children

Through youth programs & professional development for adults, we strive to ensure children of all abilities have opportunities to learn, grow and succeed.

Through direct service youth programs and highly regarded training programs for adults, Ramapo works on behalf of children who face obstacles to learning, including children with special needs, enabling them to succeed in the classroom, at home, and in life. At the heart of our work is the conviction that all children seek the same things: to learn, feel valued, and experience success. Ramapo help

s young people learn to align their behaviors with their aspirations. For more information about Ramapo for Children, please visit our website or contact our Communications Department at [email protected].

06/08/2026

Growth doesn’t always happen in the moment—it often becomes clear in hindsight.🌿

In our conversation with David Grate, he reflects on his time at Ramapo and how those experiences helped him better understand himself, his relationships, and the path he’s on today.

06/05/2026

Some camp traditions are built to last.

A former counselor and woodshop instructor handcrafted these mailboxes for our camper areas — a reminder that once you’re part of camp, you always leave a piece of yourself here 🤎📬

06/03/2026

Growth happens when young people feel supported, challenged, and connected 💙

We were honored to welcome the Ulster County Government Ulster County Youth Bureau to Ramapo for a retreat focused on building self-confidence, encouraging personal growth, and strengthening peer relationships in a new and supportive environment.

From team-building moments to meaningful conversations, it was a day rooted in connection, resilience, and community.

06/02/2026

Happy June! ☀️As the school year winds down and we start preparing for summer programming, let’s come back to Modeling and Self-Awareness Area of Practice:

What we do is more powerful than what we say. We aspire to align our own behavior with our community’s shared values, goals, and expectations.

Creating communities where we learn, grow and connect begins with each of us.

We reflect what we bring, how we show up, and strive to “be the person we want young people to be."

06/01/2026

The moments you know, and some you don’t (yet) 👀

This summer at Camp Ramapo, we’re mixing familiar favorites with a few exciting new additions across campus 💫

A new water trampoline is coming to the waterfront—bringing even more energy, laughter, and lake days to remember.

StarLab joins us with immersive 360-degree journeys through space, history, and beyond 🌌

A little library is coming to life outside Karelsen—a shared take one, leave one space where campers and staff can swap books and keep stories circulating throughout camp 📚

And Wayfinder Experience returns with a story-driven LARP program full of adventure, teamwork, and creativity 🎭

05/28/2026

The Summer 2026 leadership team just keeps growing 💛

From leading activities to supporting campers through every challenge and victory, this team brings heart, creativity, and so much care to camp each day!

We can’t wait for you to meet more of the people making this summer unforgettable.✨

05/27/2026

Matt keeping our feathered friends happy 🐓💛

One of many everyday moments in SAE, where showing up with care and responsibility makes all the difference.

05/26/2026

Meet Julia 🤍

Since Fall 2020, Julia has been a dedicated trainer at Ramapo for Children, focusing on early childhood development, autism support, relationships, and conflict resolution—her favorite topic being Meeting Sensory Needs

✨ “You are not alone in this work — and you have tremendous power to make a difference for a child.”

A former Ramapo camp counselor turned teacher, Julia brings 12 years of classroom experience plus the perspective of being a parent. Her work is grounded in curiosity, compassion, and understanding the “why” behind children’s behavior.

Outside of work, she’s a proud mom of two. Her five-year-old says, “Mommy is fun and reads books a lot.” 📚

05/22/2026

Every environment is communicating something.”

This fall, educator Jenine DeMarzo, Ed.D. will be featured in our upcoming newsletter with her article, Through the Ramapo Lens — a reflection on how intentional spaces can shape behavior, emotional regulation, dignity, and community.

What began as small changes to a classroom environment evolved into something larger: shared ownership, stronger relationships, and spaces
where both students and staff could feel valued.

Swipe through for a preview of the conversation and insights behind the piece.

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101 Anchorage Trl
Rhinebeck, NY
12572

Telephone

+18458768403

Website

http://www.ramapoforchildren.org/

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