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▌ Academic · Ages 8–12

Leadership & Public Speaking

Chandler

LeadYouth offers summer day camps in Chandler, Arizona, focusing on leadership, public speaking, and debate for students in grades 4-12.

▌ Editor's read LeadYouth.org loads as a functional website for a non-profit organization offering summer day camps in Chandler, Arizona. The organization, founded by Dr. Shereen G. Bhalla, has been operating since 1999, as stated on their 'About Us' page. The program focuses on leadership, public speaking, and debate for students in grades 4-12, with specific camp offerings like 'Future Leaders' and 'Public Speaking & Debate.' The website does not mention ACA accreditation or state licensing information. There is no explicit language regarding staff background checks or specific staff-to-camper ratios. Google reviews for 'LeadYouth' or 'Leadership & Public Speaking' in Chandler are limited, with one review giving 5 stars. Social media handles found include Instagram (@leadyouth) and Facebook (LeadYouth).
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Since 271999+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 8–12

Leadership & Public Speaking sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right academic fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
27 (1999 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Academic
  • Ages: 8–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 2010 N Alma School Rd, Chandler, AZ 85224
  • Phone: (480) 269-8979
  • Cost notes: Contact for pricing 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Leadership & Public Speaking

What ages does Leadership & Public Speaking accept?
Leadership & Public Speaking is open to children ages 8–12. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Leadership & Public Speaking cost?
Leadership & Public Speaking doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. Contact for pricing 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are Leadership & Public Speaking's hours?
Leadership & Public Speaking runs 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Leadership & Public Speaking?
Leadership & Public Speaking is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 1999 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Leadership & Public Speaking provide lunch?
Leadership & Public Speaking does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.

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