CORE Middle School Program
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FREE CORE Overnight Program for Incoming 6th–8th Graders!
Join us for a 1 or 2-week adventure of growth, and leadership at FVCA’s 88-acre campus in St. Charles! CORE is a faith-based teen leadership program designed to help middle schoolers build confidence, friendships, and a deeper connection with Jesus.
Register today at fvca.org/core
🌲 Canoeing, biking, nature walks, sports & games
🎨 Arts & crafts, daily chapel time, and great fun
🍽️ 3 meals a day + snacks included
🚌 Free round-trip bus transportation: See pick-up locations below!
Who can attend?
Students entering 6th–8th grade this fall who qualify for Free/Reduced Lunch in school districts U-46, D300, D129, or D131—or those invited through a partner ministry with an access code.
📅 2026 CORE Camp Dates & Pick-Up Locations:
CORE 1 | June 7–June 19
📍Pick Up Location 1: Vineyard Church of Elgin (220 Division St, Elgin, IL)
📍Pick Up Location 2: First Presbyterian Church of Aurora (325 E Downer Pl, Aurora, IL)
CORE 2 | June 21 - July 3
📍Pick Up Location 1: Vineyard Church of Elgin: (220 Division St, Elgin, IL)
📍Pick Up Location 2: First Presbyterian Church of Aurora (325 E Downer Pl, Aurora, IL)
🗓️ Note: CORE 3 is a 1-week session
CORE 3 | July 5-10
📍Pick Up Location 1: Vineyard Church of Elgin (220 Division St, Elgin, IL)
📍Pick Up Location 2: Main Baptist Church of Aurora (814 E Galena Blvd, Aurora, IL 60505)
📍Pick Up Location 3: FVCA Campus (35W624 Riverwoods Ln, St. Charles, IL)
FVCA’s CORE Teen Leadership Program gives students a chance to learn new skills, build lasting friendships, and grow in their faith—all in a safe, fun, and encouraging environment.
Join us for a 1 or 2-week adventure of growth, and leadership at FVCA’s 88-acre campus in St. Charles! CORE is a faith-based teen leadership program designed to help middle schoolers build confidence, friendships, and a deeper connection with Jesus.
Register today at fvca.org/core
🌲 Canoeing, biking, nature walks, sports & games
🎨 Arts & crafts, daily chapel time, and great fun
🍽️ 3 meals a day + snacks included
🚌 Free round-trip bus transportation: See pick-up locations below!
Who can attend?
Students entering 6th–8th grade this fall who qualify for Free/Reduced Lunch in school districts U-46, D300, D129, or D131—or those invited through a partner ministry with an access code.
📅 2026 CORE Camp Dates & Pick-Up Locations:
CORE 1 | June 7–June 19
📍Pick Up Location 1: Vineyard Church of Elgin (220 Division St, Elgin, IL)
📍Pick Up Location 2: First Presbyterian Church of Aurora (325 E Downer Pl, Aurora, IL)
CORE 2 | June 21 - July 3
📍Pick Up Location 1: Vineyard Church of Elgin: (220 Division St, Elgin, IL)
📍Pick Up Location 2: First Presbyterian Church of Aurora (325 E Downer Pl, Aurora, IL)
🗓️ Note: CORE 3 is a 1-week session
CORE 3 | July 5-10
📍Pick Up Location 1: Vineyard Church of Elgin (220 Division St, Elgin, IL)
📍Pick Up Location 2: Main Baptist Church of Aurora (814 E Galena Blvd, Aurora, IL 60505)
📍Pick Up Location 3: FVCA Campus (35W624 Riverwoods Ln, St. Charles, IL)
FVCA’s CORE Teen Leadership Program gives students a chance to learn new skills, build lasting friendships, and grow in their faith—all in a safe, fun, and encouraging environment.
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Where is it happening?
35W624 Riverwoods Ln, Saint Charles, IL, United States, Illinois 60174, 624 Riverwoods Dr, St Charles, IL 60174, United States, South Elgin
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