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Youth & Education

Education programs for all ages teaching animal safety, compassion and the human‑animal bond through fun, interactive lessons at the shelter.

AWA Summer Camp

Join our week-long summer camp where kids ages 6-13 explore animal care, behavior, and STEAM learning through fun, hands-on activities.

Join the Camp

Tales with Tails

Kids age 5+ read aloud to shelter animals in a relaxed reading program that boosts their skills and helps pets become more adoptable.

Become a Reader

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School Outreach Visits

Bring an interactive animal‑ambassador visit to your school or group. Thirty‑minute lessons tailored by age, covering topics like pet safety, animal rescue & compassion.

Book a School Visit

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P.A.W.S. Volunteer Program

P.A.W.S. is a volunteer program for teens and adults with developmental disabilities, offering life skills while helping the shelter with animals and tasks.

Apply to P.A.W.S.

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Wags & Wiggles Toddler Class

Grown‑up‑and‑me class for children ages 2‑4 focusing on animal safety, kindness and compassion through storytime, craft and play.

Let’s Wiggle!

Pawsitive Kids Club

Fun 60‑minute club for ages 5‑7 that teaches animal safety, kindness and compassion through story time, crafts and active play with animal visits.

Learn & Play!

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Kids Night Out

Drop off kids ages 7‑13 for a fun evening of animal visits, crafts, games and pizza. Giving parents a break while kids learn compassion for animals.

Reserve a Spot

Birthday Parties

Celebrate with a fun, animal‑themed birthday party for ages 6 + at the Animal Welfare Association. Craft time, shelter tour, private room for up to 30 guests.

Party with Us

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Behind-the-Scenes Experiences

Exclusive behind‑the‑scenes experiences offers special access to animal‑care operations and staff, giving participants a unique look into how the shelter works.

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Kids Day Off Camps

Full‑day camps on school‑off days for kids ages 7‑13, with animal visits, crafts, games and hands‑on activities. Fun and educational while no school!

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Field Trips

Groups age 5+ visit the shelter to tour, meet animals, play educational games. Designed for up to 30 visitors Monday–Friday.

Plan Your Trip

AWA Animal Academy

Homeschool‑friendly 90‑min sessions for ages 5‑17 covering animal science, welfare & careers through hands‑on lessons and real‑world interaction.

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Internship Opportunities

Become an intern with the Animal Welfare Association’s Education Dept., supporting animal‑focused programs, materials & public outreach.

Start Your Journey

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Art for Animals

Explore AWA’s ‘Art for Animals’ digital gallery. Celebrating student and volunteer-created animal imagery that supports pet welfare and community art.

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