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OP - You have gotten great ideas and if you would like him to do the summer camp, them volunteering would make sense at about  15-20 hours a week to really have a strong experience doing something.  Getting certified this spring for life guarding even if he does not use it this summer is also a great idea for a future job when he would apply early.
I would also say if he is up for sitting or even doing activities with one or two younger boys in late afternoon/early evenings many Mom's in the neighborhood would love him.  Or the idea of mowing a couple of lawns regularly during the summer for good money.  Or if he is a bit altruistic maybe asking one senior citizen single or couple if they could use a little bit of extra help in the yard. This is a transition summer when volunteer work and jobs will be a part of his future resume.  Of course, while you can present the options, do encourage him to do the research and make a decision he will enjoy.

Other time at home, it is a very good summer to be sure he has the skills of daily living down:  does his own laundry, cleans is room/bath, helps out with yard work, washes the car if asked, can cook a few things for breakfast and dinner.....If not, take some time to teach him - all skills which will serve him well in college.[/quote]

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