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Summer Job

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This summer, I worked at a camp in Pennsylvania. Camp IHC is situated in the middle of a forest in the city of Equinunk , about 4 hours away from New York City. At camp, there are very few distractions, and communication with the outside world is limited. I worked with kids of all ages, ranging from 8 to 16 years old. This past summer has been very challenging , entertaining, and rewarding. From creating my basketball game to getting 5 hours of sleep, I have experienced it all.   My days started out earlier than most, waking up around 6:00 a.m. daily to get a workout in at the gym. After returning, already tired and sore, I had to ensure the kids in my bunk were awake and going through their morning routines of showering, brushing their teeth, and preparing for their day. This was one of the most challenging parts of my job because 13- and 14-year-olds aren't inclined to listen at 8:00 a.m.   Another challenge I faced was engaging the younger kids in a one-hour group session, esp