The Town or Groton Parks and Recreation welcomes the participation of people with all abilities in our summer camps. We are committed to compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) and provide reasonable accommodations. Each child is assessed, and we will work closely with parents and the school. Groton Parks and Recreation will evaluate each child on an individual basis to determine their special needs and whether they can participate safely with reasonable modification.
We encourage parents to initiate the conversation early with Eileen Cicchese ecicchese@groton-ct.gov or 860-536-5691 to ensure we can provide the best possible experience for your child.


Camp Button M-Th (1/2 day)

Camp Button is a specialized camp for children ages 5-13 who require a more individualized camp experience. A typical Camp Button child is in a school program that is specific to their learning, behavioral and social needs based on their Individual Education Plan (IEP). The profile of a Button camper is a child who may have an educational classification of intellectual disability, autism, multiple disabilities or other health impairment. They are often in specialized programs such as ABA or self-contained settings, and require smaller settings or higher staff to child ratios. Camp Button provides activities, experiences and field trips that are accessible to each camper based on their level of cognition, adaptive abilities, sensory needs and social skills. Campers will have opportunities to engage in whole group games, small group activities and are provided individualized assistance from camp staff based on their level of need. Accommodations and modifications recommended by parents and the school team are considered and implemented based on accessibility at camp.


Discover Camp (8 hour camp)

Discover Camp is a camp for children ages 5-12 who can tolerate typical camp environment. The campers are capable of participating in group activities that include sports, arts and crafts, outdoor games, literacy, drama, music, and dress up days all within a caring and safe environment.
The groups tend to be 20-30 in a particular age group with a ratio of staff. The entire camp is approx. 125 children and there is a significant amount of sensory input.