Dream Big

Empowering College-Bound Students with Disabilities

’24 – ’25 Academic Year Spring Calendar

For Students:
Career Club:
First Wednesdays via Zoom from 5:00pm – 6:00pm.

Explore Diverse Career Paths

  • February 5: Tech
  • March 5: Healthcare
  • April 2: Trades

Register Here for Career Club Events

Peer Events: Now In Person!

Connect With Peers Facing Similar Challenges and Dive Into Crucial Adulting Topics

Location: Paraquad, 5240 Oakland Ave, Saint Louis, MO 63110

  • January 15: Goal Setting and Games
  • April 16: Evening of Fun!

Register Here for Peer Events

For Parents:
Parent Roundtable:
Fourth Wednesdays via Zoom from 6:30pm – 7:30pm.

Enjoy Fellowship, Resources, and Transitioning Topics

  • January 22: Social Programs for Students with Disabilities
  • February 26: Post-Secondary Education Options
  • March 26: Vocational Rehabilitation: Understanding the Resources and Services Available
  • April 23: Student Success Stories from Dream Big Alums

Register Here for Parent Roundtables

Summer Career Camps

The Dream Big program empowers college and technical school-bound youth with disabilities to dream big about their future. The program shows students that they can do many things that their non-disabled peers can do, and they should not limit their career goals.

Students spend each day exploring careers with one of our partner companies and learn the necessary skills to build a career. Each week is tailored to a specific career area based on the age and interests.

2025 Camp Schedule

Middle School Camps (ages 11-14)

    • June 9-13
    • July 7-11

High School Camps (ages 14-21)
*High School Camps start with an additional day of Student Orientation the Friday before a full week career exploration activities 

    • June 20 and 23-28
    • July 18 and 21-25

Camp Info Sessions for Parents

Learn more at one of our live virtual information sessions for parents

  • Tuesday, February 11
  • Wednesday, March 12
  • Thursday, April 10
  • Wednesday, May 7

Register Here for Camp Information Session

What to expect at Dream Big Career Camp

Intensive focus on showcase careers in a variety of fields, including STEM

Instruction in self-advocacy, independence, goal-setting, college prep, and much more

Increased confidence, marketable skills, and new friendships for life

Immersive games and activities led by camp partner companies and counseling staff

Dream Big Swag Bag full of prizes prior to the start of camp!

Start Your Journey Today!

Download a brochure and request a Camp application

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Dream Big cost?

The camp fee varies by week. Scholarships are available for any families with need.

How is Dream Big being facilitated?

Dream Big will be hosted via Zoom for the first week of camp. All other weeks will take place in person.

Have other questions?

Contact Danielle Giuffrida at dgiuffrida@starkloff.org or (314) 588-7090.

Funding Partners

Thank you to our generous sponsors who help make Dream Big Career Camp and Career Club possible:

Bayer
Bi-State Development
Employees Community Fund of Boeing St. Louis
Cannon Design
Centene Foundation
Edward Jones
FleishmanHillard logo
Missouri Botanical Garden
Visit Nestle Purina's careers page.
Regions Foundation website
St. Louis Office for Developmental Disability Resources
United Way Greater St. Louis
Wells Fargo