SELF-DETERMINATION
Self-determined people make their own decisions and life choices. Becoming self-determined takes preparation and empowerment. Would you like to gain practical real-world experience learning and applying the components of Self Determination? Join us at Camp!
This training opportunity is available to incoming UH students as well as students currently in the UH system with and without disabilities, receive an INCLUSIVE opportunity to master the components and skills of SELF DETERMINATION. Camp offers fun training activities focused on Self-Awareness, Self-Regulation, Self-Efficacy, Self-Advocacy, Problem Solving, Goal Setting, and Decision Making. On the last day of camp, all participants will share their own personal visions for a self-determined life as well as the goals they have set to pursue these visions.
*COVID-19 Updates:
Sessions will be held in classroom settings at UH Mānoa. Masks worn indoors are optional. There are currently no COVID-19 policies. If campers fall ill while at camp, they will immediately notify staff and, if warranted, be sent home for the safety of all participants. COVID-19 test kits will be available.
Frequently Asked Questions
This section will be updated soon.
If you have other questions: Contact your coach or email pspcampmanoa@gmail.com or marla3@hawaii.edu.
The cost of Camp Mānoa is subsidized by the Center on Disability Studies, the Department of Vocational Rehabilitation, and the Developmental Disabilities Division. The unsubsidized cost of Camp Manoa is $1,500 per student however most eligible clients and consumers of partner agencies will not pay out of pocket. Private pay options and scholarship awards are available.
If you need any ADA accommodation, your request must be made with PSP at least ten (10) business days in advance of the camp start date.
To accommodate participants we can provide the necessary accommodations:
Trained Camp Staff: Facilitation styles, communication methods, implementation of behavior plans, modification/adaptation of activities, etc.
Communication Access: Sign language interpreters or listening devices upon request.Professional interpretation will be arranged for formal training sessions.
Facilities: Ensure physical accessibility and/or transportation to all sites and program offerings upon request.
Programming: Utilize the services of Inclusion Specialists during summer camp operations to help address participation issues/needs/ADA accommodations.
Yes. If we have space, Camp Mānoa is repeatable and counselor in training opportunities are available. In the unlikely event of space, personnel, or funding limitations, first-time campers will receive priority.
Campers are expected to attend all camp activities and stay over in the dorms. If a camper has physical or mental health or other concerns that might make staying over challenging, please contact us to discuss a “day camp-only” option.
Yes! Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included.
We will send out a packing list in early July for students.
