JACKSONVILLE ROOTS. RISING FUTURES.
Ten years of showing up for kids.
Founded in 2017, Wilson’s Rising Stars Youth Academy provides a structured, inspiring environment for youth during out-of-school hours.
OUR MISSION
Help every child
see their potential.
We empower young people to believe in themselves, provide academic support and enrichment, promote leadership and creativity, and keep children engaged in positive, structured activities.
Summer camp brings that mission to life through friendship, discovery, teamwork, and opportunities to try something new.
Jatavious Wilson
Founder & Executive Director
THE NEXT CHAPTER
Welcome to our 10th anniversary.
Rising Stars University — “A Different Summer” — celebrates our history while giving campers new ways to explore their interests, build confidence, and belong.
Discover RSU 2027 →WHY “A DIFFERENT SUMMER”?
A television inspiration.
A summer with purpose.
Our 2027 theme, Rising Stars University (RSU): “A Different Summer,” is inspired by the television show A Different World. We’re bringing that college-inspired spirit to camp through HBCU pride, friendship, discovery, leadership, and the belief that every child can imagine a bigger future.
From choosing electives like a college major to representing an RSU House, showing campus spirit, and celebrating growth, campers get their own age-appropriate introduction to a world of possibility.
YOUR CHILD’S NEXT CHAPTER
Let’s make it a different summer.
Ready for A Different Summer? Complete the online registration form for your camper.