MCE camp directors recognize that building confidence and instilling a sense of community, identity and independence are critical for today’s child. Maine camps have been addressing current societal issues such as anti-bullying, self esteem and fitness years before they entered popular discussion. They focus on these topics year round and have formed strategic alliances to address them head on.

The MCE community sponsors events and outreach programs, such as “Race To Nowhere” and “Bully”, to raise awareness about the challeges children face today.