Gearing up for Dream Big Camp 2026
Author:
Starkloff Staff
Reading time:
3 minutes
Date:
February 25, 2026
Can you believe it? There is still snow in the forecast this week, but it is time to start making summer plans.
And Starkloff Disability Institute’s Dream Big program has options for you.
Register for Career Camp
Unlock a summer of possibilities for your student with disabilities! Dream Big Career Exploration Camp is back with four in-person weeks.
During Camp, students explore the possible career paths at top, inclusive companies in St. Louis through visits and hands-on activities, all paired with our “Adulting with a Disability” curriculum.
Dream Big prepares transition-aged youth to be successful, independent adults with disabilities. Our students learn having a disability doesn’t mean settling for less.
⭐ Meet role models who understand the unique challenges you face
💥 Discover empowering disability history that will change everything
💡 Build confidence, independence, and a bright future
Hear what previous Campers and parents have to say about their experience in this video:
Dream Big 2026 Camp Dates
- When: June 8 – 12
- Who: Middle school students with disabilities (ages 11-14), who are planning to go on to college, trade, or tech school. Students with disabilities include, but are not limited to, students with IEPs and 504 Plans.
- When: June 22 – 26
- Who: High school and transition age students with disabilities (ages 14-21), who are planning to go on to college, trade, or tech school. Students with disabilities include, but are not limited to, students with IEPs and 504 Plans.
- When: July 13 – 17
- Who: High school and transition age students with disabilities (ages 14-21), who are planning to go on to college, trade, or tech school. Students with disabilities include, but are not limited to, students with IEPs and 504 Plans.
- When: July 27 – 31
- Who: High school and transition age students with disabilities (ages 14-21), who are planning to go on to college, trade, or tech school. Students with disabilities include, but are not limited to, students with IEPs and 504 Plans.
Join the Dream Big Team for the summer!
Do you want to be part of the Dream Big Camp experience as an adult? We are currently hiring the summer staff that is critical to making this Camp a success for our students.
If you have lived disability experience and/or are passionate about disability inclusion, this is a perfect way to spend your summer.
Each of us on staff learns something new during Dream Big Camp each summer (no matter how many times we’ve been a part of it). Along with leading and supporting students on their journeys of self-discovery, you get an inside look at St. Louis’ top companies. Watch the video above to learn more about why and how Dream Big Career Exploration Camp makes a big impact.
Open Summer Positions with Dream Big Camp
- Lead Teacher
- Lead Counselor
- Drivers
- Counselors
- PCA (Personal Care Attendants)
Find all of the details about these positions on our Careers page.
Stay Tuned
Starkloff Disability Institute has even more opportunities for our community that will be announced in throughout the spring.
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