Sonja joined the team in Spring 2026 as Camp Director, where she leads the vision, operations, and day-to-day experience of the summer residential program. With over 10 years of experience in education and nonprofit management, Sonja brings a dynamic, youth-centered approach grounded in child development, servant leadership, and a deep commitment to creating meaningful learning environments.

 

Her work is rooted in inquiry-based, curiosity-driven, and play-centered learning, with a strong emphasis on critical thinking and hands-on STEM exploration. Sonja has designed and managed both leadership and STEM-focused summer programs in partnership with universities and corporate organizations across Georgia, ensuring engaging, high-quality experiences for diverse groups of learners.

With more than six years of residential camp experience, Sonja’s journey has come full circle—from camper to counselor to program manager, and now Camp Director. She has led overnight and day programs serving students from elementary through high school, overseeing everything from staff development and residential life to program design and partner relations. She is especially passionate about cultivating spaces where campers feel seen, supported, and inspired to explore, lead, and grow.

Sonja holds a B.S. in Psychology from Brenau University and a Master of Arts in Teaching Mathematics and Science from Georgia State University. She is dedicated to fostering joyful, inclusive camp communities where learning feels like discovery, and every camper leaves with confidence, connection, and a sense of possibility.