2015 JCC Camp Baker Guide by Charleston Jewish Community Center

JUNE 15TH - AUGUST 7TH | FOR CHILDREN 18 MONTHS - 10TH GRADE at the Charleston Jewish Community Center

Camp Directory CONTACT US

Camp Office: 843.614.6486 Email: campbaker@charlestonjcc.org JCC Main Line: 843.571.6565 JCC Fax: 843.556.6206

VISIT US

Camp Baker at the Charleston Jewish Community Center 1645 Raoul Wallenberg Blvd. Charleston, SC 29407

Building Hours

Monday - Thursday....7am - 8pm Friday.......................7am - 5pm Saturday..................... CLOSED Sunday.....................9am - 5pm

E-NEWS

Facebook.com/CampBakerJCC Stay in touch and sign up on our website for camp updates! www.charlestonjcc.org

Table of Contents

What makes Camp Baker shine?........................................ 3 Camp Dates........................................................................... 4 Meet the Staff................................................................... 5-6 What you need to know...................................................... 7 Policies and Procedures....................................................... 8 How to Register.................................................................... 9 Ways to Save........................................................................ 9 Camps............................................................................... 9-13 Yeladim........................................................................ 9 Chaverim.................................................................... 10 Giborim...................................................................... 11 Specialty Camps......................................................... 12 Camp Directory................................................................... 13

What makes Camp Baker shine?

We are so excited about the upcoming summer at Camp Baker! We have lots of exciting new specialty camps coming up such as a Minecraft and CSI Camp we are running in partnership with Trident Tech and an off site Gymnastics Camp at FLIP! Gymnastics! We will also be expanding our cupcake camp so campers will be making sweets as well as traditional Jewish foods. Of course, we are bringing back old favorites from last year like our Surf Camp from Charleston Surf Lessons, Lego Camp with Brick by Brick, Guitar Camp, Horseback Riding Camp, and Pottery Camp. Visit us online at charlestonjcc.org/campbaker to keep updated on any news and information, and follow the link to get registered online because these specialty camps will fill up fast. We are all very excited about summer 2015! We are looking forward to seeing our camp family back with us in June! 3

Camp Dates March 22nd

27TH ANNUAL KIDSFAIR 10:00AM - 4:00PM

Visit us online for more information: charlestonjcc.org/special-events/kidsfair

May 4th

June 29th - July 10th CAMP BAKER SESSION 2

July 14th - July 24th CAMP BAKER SESSION 3

July 15th

Camp Baker financial aid applications due

ISRAEL DAY

June 11th

CAMP BAKER SESSION 4

PARENT MEET & GREET YELADIM: 6:30PM - 7:00PM CHAVERIM: 7:00PM - 8:00PM

Come meet your childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s counselors and receive answers to all your questions.

June 15th - June 26th CAMP BAKER SESSION 1

Overnights

NO CHARGE *Must be registered that session

S1: 6th - 8th Grades - June 25th S2: 4th - 5th Grades - July 9th S3: 2nd - 3rd Grades - July 23rd

July 27th - August 7th July 29th

TALENT SHOW 5:00PM - 7:00PM

August 3rd - 7th COLOR WARS

Camp Baker BRIAN DEBOLT CAMP BAKER DIRECTOR

Hello camp families! My name is Brian DeBolt and I am excited to be returning as your director for another memorable summer at Camp Baker. Camp has made me the person I am today as I have seen firsthand the positive impact it can make in a childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life. I have fourteen years of camp experience with seven spent in the role of director. I am currently a second grade teacher at Summerville Elementary and head coach of the Lady Wave soccer team at Summerville High school. I hold an undergraduate degree in elementary education, a masterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree in special education and 30 hours in administration. My family consists of my wonderful wife of almost five year, our dog Sadie, and our beautiful newborn daughter Charlotte. When I am not working, I am most likely to be found playing soccer with friends. I look forward to another great summer at Camp Baker.

CAMILLE TOLIVER CAMP ADMINISTRATOR

Hi, My name is Camille Toliver and I am excited to be this years Camp Administrator. This will be my fourth summer working with Camp Baker and I am excited to see all of the new and returning faces. This past December, I graduated from the College of Charleston with a B.S. in Physical Education. I have had a lifetime of experience working with children from diverse backgrounds. Helping children succeed in achieving and maintaining a healthy lifestyle has always been my passion. I look forward to Camp Baker 2015 and know it will be an amazing, fun-filled summer. If you have any questions for me, please feel free to ask!

Senior Staff ROBIN SHULER CAMP BAKER SONG LEADER

Shalom y'all, My name is Robin Shuler and I'm the Song-leader & Jewish Culture Specialist at Camp Baker. Last summer was the very first time I'd ever taught at Camp Baker, and I had so much fun, I couldn't wait to do it again. I'm the song-leader at Kahal Kadosh Beth Elohim Synagogue (KKBE). I lead music for Religious School, Family, and Tot Shabbat Services. I'm also the Youth Advisor for KKBE, working with the teens in the Senior Youth Group (named CHARLEY). I'm married to Gil Shuler and together we have two grown up kids. We also have Noodle the poodle! I can't wait to see all of my old friends from camp last year. And I'm really looking forward to making new friends too!

DANIEL STERN JCC INTERIM EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Hello, My name is Daniel Stern and I am the Interim Executive Director of the JCC. I have been with the JCC for two years as Director of Sports, Recreation and Aquatics. I have been a part of Camp Baker during that time managing the pool and the camp swim lesson programming. I am very excited to be a part of such a successful camp program. Camp Baker is a terrific place for kids to learn, grow, and have fun in a safe environment. The staff and I are very excited for this summer and cant wait to see you at camp!

What you need to know: Daily Schedule

AM & PM Care

Camper Enrollment

Forms

The camp day is from 8:30am 3:30pm for full day campers and from 8:30am - 12:30pm for preschool half day campers. Morning Carpool begins at 8:10am and ends at 8:25am, so that campers can attend the Morning Assembly. Afternoon Carpool begins at 3:15pm and ends at 3:30pm. Any children not picked up by 3:30pm will join the PM Care campers. Camp groups are limited in size, according to space. Priority is given to JCC members and once a group is filled, we will begin a waiting list. We will notify you if a space becomes available.

Camp Merchandise

Every camper will receive one t-shirt with their registration. Additional t-shirts are available for $10 each. Contact the Camp Office for more information.

Does your family start early? Sign up for AM Care from 7:00am - 8:30am. All children dropped off before 8:00am will be offered breakfast. Need some extra time in the afternoons? Sign up for PM Care. We are here from 3:30pm - 6:00pm for families who need just a little more time. Fee: $35/am session | $60/pm session *AM or PM Care is not eligible for any early bird discounts.

Every camper must have a medical form on file, along with an up-to-date immunization form. This year the medical form is with the online camp registration process. For the safety of your child, this form must be on file prior to your child beginning camp. You may mail, fax, or email your immunization forms, or bring them in to the camp office. Please Note: We can only accept children whose paperwork is completed and up-to-date.

Food

Camp Baker is a kosher camp, under the supervision of Kosher Commission of Charleston. As a kosher camp, we do not allow any outside food on the premises. We will provide snacks daily for each child, along with a healthy, kosher lunch for all campers. Peanut butter and jelly sandwiches are always available as an alternative at every lunch. *In order to make any accommodations for special diets or food allergies you must alert the Camp Office in writing by 6/11/15.

Group Assignments

We assign groups based on enrollment and we divide them as evenly as possible based on age. We define “age” as the age the child will be as of 9/1/15. We define “grade” as the grade the child is rising into.

Swimming

Teaching a child to swim is a core value in Judaism. All campers will be given swim lessons taught by American Red Cross-certified Water Safety Instructors. Skill assessment sheets will be sent home at the end of each session. Additional group or private swim lessons are available. *For more information, contact the JCC.

Transportation

Any time that Camp Baker campers will leave camp on a field trip, they will be transported on a JCC van, rental van, or a bus, driven by an insured, qualified, and authorized driver. Only children in Kochavim (rising kindergartners) and above will participate in field trips.

*Ways to Save

Early Bird Discounts Pay in full by 1/31/2015, receive 10% Off Pay in full by 2/27/2015, receive 5% Off Sibling Discounts JCC member families will receive an additional $20 OFF per session for their second, third or fourth child. Military Discount For Active Duty and Retired Military 10% discount off of total camp balance. Must show Military ID to receive discount. Pay in Full Discount $30 OFF registrations paid in full. Full Time Members Year round JCC members will receive 10% OFF* the member price if registered before February 27th, 2015. *10% off excludes specialty camps Please let us know if you're interested in joining! Term of membership is one year and expires one year after date of sign up. Memberships canceled before the year anniversary will be charged the difference between community and member fees for camp.

Policies and Procedures Change of Program Fee

Payment of Fees

To change programs in which a child is already enrolled, a change form must be completed. There will be an administrative fee of $25 for canceled camps. You are welcome to add camps at any time without penalty.

All camp fees and membership dues, where appropriate, must be paid in full by June 2nd at 5pm. If you are in need of a payment plan, you must contact Jessica Bennett at jessicab@charlestonjcc.org to make arrangements.

Registration

Scholarships

Deposit

Refunds

All campers must sign up for a minimum of one full two week session. Additional one week registrations are available with the exception of specialty camps. You can register online at charlestonjcc.org/campbaker If you would like assistance signing up, please contact Camille Toliver at campbaker@charlestonjcc.org or 843.571.6565 A $245 non-refundable deposit or payment for each child must accompany the camp registration to ensure your childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s place in his or her camp group. Your deposit will be applied toward your total camp fee. The deposit includes a one-time insurance & activity fee of $45. Please Note: This is a non-refundable deposit.

The JCC makes every effort not to deny any child the opportunity to attend Camp Baker because of the inability to pay fees. Scholarship forms may be picked up at the front desk of the JCC and must be completed and returned by May 4, 2015 to Brian Debolt, Camp Director at briand@charlestonjcc.org. All requests are strictly confidential. No refunds will be allowed after the registration deadline. In cases of extreme emergency or crisis, situations should be discussed with the Camp Director. These cases will be handled on an individual, caseby-case basis. Refunds will not be given due to illness or absence.

Please Note: All camp fees must be paid in full by June 1, 2015. *Please contact camp registrar for the discount codes needed for each special in Ways to Save.

Camp Yeladim

Yeladim is for Campers 18 months - 4 Years Old *All fees are based on a 2-week session

GANIM HABONIM OUR PROGRAMS K’TON TON Gardeners The Builders WILL INTRODUCE The Little Ones 18 MONTHS - 2 YEARS OLD BY 9/1/15 3 YEARS OLD BY 9/1/15 4 YEARS OLD BY 9/1/15 YOUR CHILD TO Days - Half Day 5 Days - Half Day 5 Days - Half Day A WORLD OF 5Days: Monday - Friday Days: Monday - Friday Days: Monday - Friday 8:30am - 12:30pm Time: 8:30am - 12:30pm Time: 8:30am - 12:30pm EXPLORATION. Time: Member Fee: $300/per session Member Fee: $300/per session Member Fee: $300/per session NEW FRIENDS, Community Fee: $330/per session Community Fee: $330/per session Community Fee: $330/per session NEW FACES, 5 Days - Full Day 5 Days - Full Day Days: Monday - Friday Days: Monday - Friday AND EXCITING Time: 8:30am - 3:30pm Time: 8:30am - 3:30pm Member Fee: $390/per session Member Fee: $390/per session ADVENTURES Community Fee: $445/per session Community Fee: $445/per session WILL IGNITE ALL OF YOUR CHILD’S AM CARE: 7:00am - 8:30am | PM Care: 3:30pm - 6:00pm SENSES. FEE: $35/am session | $60/pm session 9

Camp Chaverim Chaverim is for Campers Rising K-8th Grades *All fees are based on a 2 week session

KOCHAVIM

RUACH

KESHER

RISING KINDERGARTNERS 5 Days - Full Day

RISING 2ND & 3RD GRADERS 5 Days - Full Day

RISING 6TH - 8TH GRADERS 5 Days - Full Day

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