What is NOT one of the counselor's responsibilities?

The option indicating that preparing children for their next school year is not one of the counselor's responsibilities is correct for several reasons linked to the primary role of a camp counselor. The main focus of a camp counselor is on the immediate welfare and experience of the children during their time at camp, which includes ensuring safety, structuring activities that foster growth and enjoyment, and adhering to the camp’s program plan.

Counselors are primarily tasked with providing a safe and supportive environment and facilitating recreational or educational activities through structured lesson plans. Preparing children academically for the following school year typically falls outside their scope of responsibilities; this role is more aligned with educators or school faculty who have the training and objectives specific to academic preparation. Therefore, while camp counselors may contribute to the personal development of children, their job does not generally extend to direct academic preparation for the next school year.