Summer Institute at Reach Every Voice

Summer 2026 in Gaithersburg from 9am - 12pm

Session 1:

June 22 - July 2

(no session July 3)

Session 2:

July 6 - July 17

Session 3:

July 20 - July 31

We will accept 8 participants in each session and then open a waitlist.

Location:

REV Gaithersburg Office

800 S. Frederick Ave, Suite 210

Gaithersburg, MD 20877

Registration Opens for REV Families January 1

Invite-Only Registration begins January 1. Early bird registration begins February 2.

Learn More About Institute

Created around the interests of our learners, Reach Every Voice group Institutes are designed to give students who type, spell, or point to communicate an engaging and enriching environment that provides a meaningful learning experience beyond what is available in any outside-of-school program.

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Still making choices?

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Still at single word responses?

Don't let that deter you.

Our lessons are scaffolded to let EVERY voice join in the conversation.

We believe that all individuals can benefit from rich conversation

at many different levels.

Students nominate lesson topics for upcoming sessions and vote for their preferences for activities and games. Listening to our students' preferences allows us to offer more opportunities for self-directed learning, building friendships, and enjoying games of choice.

We believe learning from others is important.

We value the experiences and advice others can provide. Over the years, we've welcomed guest presenters with wide-ranging expertise to share their knowledge and wisdom with us at Institute.

Past Presenters

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But perhaps the best part of Institute is the community we've built.

The relationships our students create - mentors, mentees, learners, teachers, friends - are what they rave about. They give each other advice; make weekend plans; have serious political debates; jab, spar, and throw shade in battles of wit and humor.

And they love welcoming newcomers to their ranks.