Mission and Vision
Mission
The USF Discovery Academy encourages career exploration, critical thinking, and creativity by exposing youth to on-campus programming that centers on the Franciscan values of learning, leadership, and service.
Vision
By welcoming youth to the USF campus and creating strong relationships between students and faculty, the USF Discovery Academy will increase college attendance amongst youth in the Fort Wayne area.
Values
We are a community sustained by the values of Saint Francis, values that remind us to:
- Revere the unique dignity of each person
- Encourage a trustful, prayerful community of learners
- Serve one another, society, and the Church
- Foster peace and justice
- Respect Creation
Our values are demonstrated through our programming by:
- Encouraging friendly and mindful interactions between staff, counselors, and campers
- Incorporating moments of reflection into each day
- Being proactive in our service to the community
- Holding space for diverse ideas and opinions
- Maintaining accountability from our staff and campers
- Discovery Academy Policies
- Discovery Academy Staff
- Frequently Asked Questions
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Support the USF Discovery Academy
You can support the USF Discovery Academy by contributing. Each donation will go towards scholarships, meals, supplies, and transportation – all for campers.
Our community partners help us reach students who are most in need. They help interested students find us and support them in getting to camp.
