Counselor-In-Training Program 2026-Pine Knoll
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The goal for the Counselor-in-Training (CIT) program is to create individuals that can flourish as staff members at Pine Knoll. The CIT program is a leadership development program designed to provide hands-on learning and educational information for students entering 7th, 8th or 9th grade in the Fall of 2026. Topics taught will include first-aid procedures, effective discipline techniques, enhancing individual leadership styles and planning activities.
The CIT program will be held Monday - Friday at Pine Knoll Campground (1974 Allen St, Springfield, MA). CIT's will be scheduled from 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. If a CIT would like to assist staff with before and after care (7:30-9:00 AM) or (4:00-5:00PM) there would be no additional charge to participate. Hours will depend on the needs of the camp and what would be best suitable for the applicant. Camp begins on Monday, June 29, 2026 and runs through Thursday, August 20, 2026 (No camp Friday 8/21). The cost of the CIT program is $150 per week. Payment is due at sign up in full.
Important Deadlines:
Applications Available: Wednesday, February 4, 2026
Application Deadline: Friday, April 10, 2026
Selection by: Week of May 4, 2026
Steps for Admission into the CIT Program:
Step 1: Visit eastlongmeadowrec.com, visit “Register", then "Programs", and then click on Counselor-In-training. The CIT Application can be found under forms. Download, and fill out in its entirety.
Step 2: Return this document by following the instructions on the cover page of the application. Make sure all questions are answered to the best of the applicant's ability.
Step 3: After review of the application, candidates may be asked for an interview with Pine Knoll staff.
Step 4: Once the above steps are complete, applicants will be notified the week of Monday, May 5, 2026 whether or not the applicant has been accepted into the CIT program.
Step 5: If the applicant is accepted into the program, a letter will be mailed to the applicant with the weeks they will be scheduled as a CIT. All accepted applicants will be registered manually into the CIT program and payment is due in full, parents will receive an email invoice once registered.
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