Beyond Compliance: How MESH(+) Challenges Values-Based Excellence

WEBINAR OVERVIEW

Join veteran camp professionals as they share their experiences implementing ACH's research-backed MESH(+) Seal Program, a comprehensive toolbox designed to improve camper and staff well-being and provide the ingredients to create positive childhood experiences (PCEs). These seasoned leaders will discuss how this rigorous, values-based approach has strengthened and challenged their programs as they seek to elevate care and create pathways to long-term success.

WEBINAR DETAILS

The MESH(+) Seal program focuses on recognizing camps and programs that are deliberately prioritizing and integrating Mental, Emotional, and Social Health(+) aspects in their work. By earning the MESH(+) Seal, these camps and programs are acknowledged for being intentional about supporting the well-being of their camp community across these key areas.

Piloted in 2024 with select Camp Fire Camps, we now have over 20+ camps and programs that were pursuing the MESH (+) Seal in 2025. 

If you are interested in learning more or how your camp or program can apply for the October 1, 2025 - March 1, 2026 MESH(+) Seal submission window, please join us for this MESH(+) Seal Overview Webinar.

ABOUT ALLIANCE FOR CAMP HEALTH

The Alliance for Camp Health (ACH) is the leading authority on health and well-being in camps and out-of-school time programs. We prepare youth development leaders, healthcare providers, and behavioral health specialists to address youth well-being through expert-led education, resources, evidence-based practices, and partnerships. Together, we are elevating care for healthier communities and building a stronger future for youth-serving programs.

ABOUT THE FACILITATOR

John is a strategic leader in the camp and out-of-school time (OST) space. He currently serves as Chief Strategy Officer for the Alliance for Camp Health. John has a deep understanding of mental, emotional, and social health (MESH +) of youth and national program expansion. Prior to ACH, he served as the national director for Camp HOPE America. John has an MA in Leadership and Cultural Justice, is the founder of the Outdoor Wellbeing Lab, and is a former executive director of a camp near Lake Tahoe.

ABOUT THE PANELISTS

Ariella Randle Rogge is a Director at Sanborn Western Camps in Florissant, CO. She has spent the last twenty-five years working in the camping industry and in the experiential and secondary education fields. If you want to talk existentialism in grammatically correct vernacular over an IPA while dancing to bluegrass, she's your buddy. She is the mom of two athletic, intelligent boys and the wife of a coach and inspiring teacher.

Dianne Arlia has worked at Tamarak Day Camp and Country School for many years in multiple roles.  Most recently, Dianne is the Assistant Director at Tamarak Day Camp and is a part of the year-round planning team.  She is also a Site Director at Tamarak's Country School. Dianne has two young daughters and loves all things camp!

More panelist info coming soon!

LOCATION & TYPE OF EVENT

This session is a live, virtual event and will utilize the Zoom Meeting platform. 

Please Note: ACA Illinois will not record this event.

HOW TO PREPARE 

This is an interactive training course. Each person should be prepared to have their camera on, access to audio (including the ability to speak and hear,) and interact within the Zoom room via a computer. Bring a notebook/paper and pen for activities.

THE FINE PRINT

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HOW TO REGISTER

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