AFS Summer Camp 2013

Summer Camp 2013

June 17 - Aug. 16

Boys & Girls Ages 3-15

AFSEP 2013 Parents in the Philadelphia area have many camps to choose from when planning for the summer. With these choices comes the responsibility of selecting one that best fits the needs of your child, as well as your own schedule. At Abington Friends School (AFS) you will find summer camp programs that are responsive to these needs. For over 40 years the Abington Friends Summer Enrichment Program has been dedicated to providing campers with a truly enriching summer experience. We have a strong and proud tradition of providing programs that generate the smiles and memories that last a lifetime. Here at AFS your child can participate in a variety of “different camps” on our beautiful campus. Whether you choose the traditional day camp, a specialty camp or an academic camp, our philosophy remains the same: we want children to be happy and we truly believe they find happiness through having fun and making connections in a variety of engaging activities. We invite you to see how a summer at AFS can make a difference in your child’s life. Be sure to register early. Space is limited! If you are new to Abington Friends and are not familiar with our campus, I’d be more than happy to take you on a personal tour of our beautiful facilities.

Rusty Regalbuto AFSEP Director phone: (215) 576-3996 email:rregalbuto@abingtonfriends.net

OVERVIEW Pre-Camp Camps

Dates

Age

Robotics Academy

June 17-21

6-9

Rocketry

June 17-21

8-12

Writing Workshop

June 17-21

10-14

Goin’ Fishing

June 17-21

10-14

Painting & Drawing

June 17-21

10-14

Day Camps Camps

Dates

Age

Early Childhood

June 24-Aug. 16

3

Junior Camp

June 24-Aug. 16

4-5

Senior Camp

June 24-Aug. 16

6-13

Counselor in Training

June 24-Aug. 16

14-16

Pre-Camp Robotics Academy 6-9 Developed by the National Robotics Consortium at Carnegie Mellon University, this program is specifically designed to use the motivational effects of building robots to teach math, science and engineering concepts. Activities include designing and building robots, learning programming and presentation software, working in teams, mastering tasks, and sharing in robotic challenges with their fellow students. Students must pack a snack and lunch.

Rocketry 8-12 Rocketry enables youngsters with no experience to become seasoned rocketeers. Along the way they learn some basic physics, a little rocketry history, and have a lot of fun! Our campers build, craft, creatively paint, and launch their rockets under the careful eye of our staff.

Students must pack a snack and lunch.

Writing Workshop 10-14 Ever wonder if you might be the next great American novelist, like F. Scott Fitzgerald or Toni Morrison? Maybe you’ve considered the possibility of writing essays in the company of David Sedaris or Nancy Mairs? Perhaps you think of yourself more as a poet—a brooding Emily Dickinson or exuberant Billy Collins, the United States Poet Laureate. Or maybe you just want to improve your writing skills. If any or all of these statements describe you, then you are invited to attend the Abington Friends School Summer Writing Workshop to experience great literature and perfect your writing skills. Students must pack a snack and lunch.

Goin’ Fishin’ 10-14 Grab a fishing rod, grab your book, pack a snack and lunch, and off you go to a new location every day until noon. Return to AFS and spend your afternoon relaxing by the pool. There are going to be some great fish stories after this week. Snack will be provided but campers must pack a lunch.

Painting & Drawing 10-14 If art is your favorite subject in school, you will love this fine arts immersion camp. During the mornings, campers will have the opportunity to develop their art skills through a combination of painting and drawing activities. Snack will be provided, but campers must provide a lunch.

Dates and Fees June 17 - 21 $500 = 9am - 3:30pm

AFS Summer There are few things that children look forward to as much as the beginning of their summer vacation. It’s a time when they enjoy the

pleasures of being outdoors, swimming, their friends, and seemingly endless play. In short, it’s a time for kids to have fun. At Abington Friends School, we offer a camp day that is filled with a variety of activities that will make it an unforgettable summer for your child.

early childhood Dates and Fees June 24 - Aug. 16 (8 weeks) July 22- Aug. 16 (4 weeks) $3,608 = 8am - 4pm $2,252 = 8am - 4pm $2,736 = 8am - 12pm $1,752 = 8am - 12pm

June 24 – July 19 (4 weeks) EC Campers must be 3 years of $2,252 = 8am - 4pm age by September 1, 2013 and the minimum enrollment is for 4 $1,752 = 8am - 12pm weeks.

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This program is designed to continue many of the experiences the children in Early Childhood have during the academic year. The activities are specific to their developmental level and the focus is on having fun. The goal is to allow children to make discoveries, experience enriching activities and have social interactions with the other campers by working individually and in small groups.

The program is staffed by Abington Friends Early Childhood teachers and by assistants (in college or recent graduates) who have experience working with children. Parents must provide a lunch.

My son had the best time this summer. I wish I had found AFSEP sooner.

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Day Camps

junior camp Dates and Fees June 24 - Aug. 16 (8 weeks) $3,828 = Full Day (9am - 3:30pm) $2,952 = Half Day (9am - 12:30pm) June 24 – July 19 (4 weeks) $2,184 = Full Day (9am - 3:30pm) $1,748 = Half Day (9am - 12:30pm) July 22- Aug. 16 (4 weeks) $2,184 = Full Day (9am - 3:30pm) $1,748 = Half Day (9am - 12:30pm) Any 2 consecutive weeks $1,090 = Full Day (9am - 3:30pm) $876 = Half Day (9am - 12:30pm)

In our Junior Camp, children are grouped by age in self-contained settings for an enriching sampler of scheduled activities that include art, music, games, free play, storytelling, creative movement, and drama. Junior camp is designed to promote socialization, independence, creativity and problem solving in the very young child while an emphasis is placed on having fun; after all children learn best when they enjoy what they are doing. All of our junior campers receive daily instructional swim lessons with one of our Red Cross certified Water Safety Instructors. In Junior Camp, our teachers follow weekly themes that culminate in exciting Friday activities. Designed to capture the interest of youngsters, past themes have been: Trains, Planes & Automobiles, Tea Time, In The Good Old Summer Time, Space Adventure, Surf’s Up, My Teddy Bear, Monster Madness and Little Chefs.

Half day options are available.

Lunch / Snack: Lunches will be served daily and are included in the camp payment. Menus will be handed out at the beginning of each session. A morning snack,which usually includes juice, graham crackers, cookies, etc., will also be provided.

Ages

4 -5

senior camp All senior camps run a full day from 9:00am - 3:30pm June 24 - Aug. 16 (8 weeks) July 22- Aug. 16 (4 weeks) $3,828 $2,184 June 24 – July 19 (4 weeks) $2,184 Important Dates July 12 Parents Day July 25 Sundown Day

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Any 2 consecutive weeks $1,091

Aug. 1 Carnival Day Aug. 8 Camp Show

Our Senior Campers enjoy a morning filled with scheduled innovative activities that are directed by adult professional teachers and coaches. Grouped according to age, participants attend a different set of activities each day. Sports, tennis, games, archery, karate, drama, music, dance and art are all classes on the weekly schedule. Campers receive a daily instructional swim lesson by a Red Cross certified Water Safety Instructor in one of our two swimming pools. At AFSEP we recognize the need for campers to participate in their favorite activities. To accommodate them, weekly electives are offered that allow campers to choose activities that provide them with ample time doing what they enjoy most. Lunch and snack are provided.

Ages I couldn’t be happier with the quality of activities and the nurturing, fun relationships my son had with his counselors.

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Dates and Fees

camp endeavor Business

Geo-Catching & GPS Games

Filmmaking

Robotics

Architecture

Rocketry

Jewelry-Making

Web Design

Hip Hop Dance

Digital Photography

Forensics

And More…

Sports Camp Endeavor runs a full day 9am - 3:30pm July 24 - Aug. 16 $3,828

July 22 - Aug. 16 $2,184

June 24 - July 19 (Any 2 consecutive weeks) $2,184 $1,090

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Camp Endeavor is more than a traditional camp, it’s a place where campers can find and pursue the activities they are passionate about. We believe that campers in this age range should have choices beyond the traditional camp fare.

Campers choose areas of interest, such as outdoor adventures, performing arts, visual arts, science or athletics and they have multiple opportunities to pursue them during the course of our five-period day.

Free Choice Activities periods give campers the opportunity to continue exploring their areas of interest. We also set aside community time because we know it’s important for kids to have the space to socialize. During community time, campers come together and take part in camp wide activities, such as a rousing game of capture the flag, a fast-paced pick-up game of basketball, a free swim in the pool or relaxing in the shade with a group of friends and a roll of Gimp.

Ages

10-13 4 -

My kids had another amazing summer at AFSEP! I can’t tell you how much they look forward to coming to camp every day.

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Possible majors

counselor-intraining program Entering 9th grade Full Day 9:00am - 3:30pm This program is available to campers with special interests and talents who are entering high school. It seeks to develop the skills needed to become a competent junior counselor. In the mornings, our CIT’s are assigned to a group or an activity where they develop their leadership skills and sense of responsibility through their daily interaction with campers, camp staff and parents. After lunch, CIT’s can participate in our weekly elective activities, swim or continue assisting the staff as needed. Our CIT’s are given specific group challenges over the course of the camp season and volunteering to participate is an essential component of the CIT camp experience. Most CIT’s spend two years in the program before applying for a position as a junior counselor. Snack and lunch will be provided.

Dates and Fees June 24 - Aug. 16 (8 weeks) $1,888 = 9am - 3:30pm June 24 – July 19 (4 weeks) $960 = 9am - 3:30pm July 22- Aug. 16 (4 weeks) $960 = 9am - 3:30pm

Every year my children have a ball and continue to make new friends.

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My son loves being a CIT. It provides the perfect mix of responsibility and service that we want our children to develop and yet it still affords him the time to enjoy the camp activities that he loves so much.

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Lunch and snack included

registration form Abington Friends Summer Enrichment Program Early Childhood, Junior Camp, Senior Camp, Endeavor and CIT Camper Information Child (Full name): ___________________________________ Prefers to be called: __________________________ Grade (Fall ’13): ________ School: _________________________________________________________________ Age on 6/24/13: _____yrs_____ mos. Birth Date: _____________ _ M _ F Allergies or special conditions: ____________________________________________________________________ Medications (physician authorization form required): _________________________________________________ Physician: ________________________________________________________ Phone: _______________________ Camp Shirt Size: (circle one) Youth: XS S M L Adult: S M L XL

Family/Household Information Street Address:_________________________________________________________________________________ City: _______________________________________ State: ________________ Zip: _________________________ Parent 1: ____________________________________ Parent 2: __________________________________________ Home #: _______________ Parent 1 Work #: __________________ Parent 2 Work #: _______________________ Parent 1 Cell #: ______________________________ Parent 2 Cell #: _____________________________________ Parent 1 Email: ______________________________ Parent 2 Email: _____________________________________ In case of emergency, if parents cannot be reached, please contact: Name: _____________________________________ Phone #: _____________ Relationship: __________________ Name: _____________________________________ Phone #: _____________ Relationship:___________________

Please place my child in the same group with (Junior & Senior Camp only) ________________________________________________________

Are you new to AFSEP? If you are new, how did you hear about our programs?_________________________________________________

Dismissal Authorization Besides ourselves, the following individuals are authorized to pick up our children (list names): _____________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________

Early Childhood (Age 3)

o Full Summer June 24 – Aug. 16 o Four Weeks June 24 – July 19 o Four Weeks July 22 - Aug. 16

o$3,608 Full Day o$2,140 Full Day o$2,140 Full Day

o$2,736 Half Day o$1,716 Half Day o$1,746 Half Day

Early Childhood Extended Day o PM (4 – 5pm): $24 per/day

Number of days per week _________ Number of weeks_________

Pre-Camps June 17 - 21

o Robotics Academy Ages 6-9 ($500) o Goin’ Fishing June 17-21 Ages 10-14 ($500)

o Rocketry June 17-21 ($500) o Writing Workshop June 17-21 ($500) o Painting & Drawing June 17-21 ($500)

Junior & Senior Day Camps (Ages 4 - 9)

o $3,828 Full Day o $2,184 Full Day o $2,184 Full Day o $1,090 Full Day

o Full Summer June 24 – Aug. 16 o Four Weeks June 24 – July 19 o Four Weeks July 22- Aug. 16 o Any Two Consecutive Weeks

o $2,952 Half Day (Junior Camp) o $1,748 Half Day (Junior Camp) o $1,748 Half Day (Junior Camp) o $876 Half Day (Junior Camp)

CIT Program (Ages 14 -15)

o Counselor-in-Training* (ages 14 & up) / Full Summer June 24 – Aug. 16 / $1,888

Camp Endeavor (Ages 10 -13) o Full Summer June 24 – Aug. 16 o Session 1: June 24 – July 5 o Session 2: July 8 – July 19 o Session 3: July 1 - Aug. 2 o Session 4: Aug. 5 – Aug. 16

o $3,828 Full Day o $ 1,090 Major: 1st Choice__________________2nd Choice_________________ o $ 1,090 Major: 1st Choice__________________2nd Choice_________________ o $ 1,090 Major: 1st Choice__________________2nd Choice_________________ o $ 1,090 Major: 1st Choice__________________2nd Choice_________________

Support Services (Available June 25- Aug. 17) Extended Day o AM (7:30 - 9am) o PM (3:30 - 6pm) o AM & PM

$80 x _____ weeks = $___________ $120 x _____ weeks = $___________ $150 x _____ weeks = $___________

Transportation* (Available June 24 – Aug. 16) o AM o PM o BOTH o Within a 3 mile radius of AFS ($92 RT/$51 one-way) x______ weeks = $___________ o Within a 3.1-6.0 mile radius of AFS ($97 RT/$54 one-way) x______ weeks = $___________ o Longer distance (To be determined) x______ weeks = $___________ Nearest cross street is: __________________________________________________________________________ *Limited availability. No refunds once routes are set.

Mail with all necessary fees to: Abington Friends School / Attn: Camp Office / 575 Washington Lane / Jenkintown PA 19046 Total Tuition Fees* $___________ Deposit ($50/child) $___________ Balance $___________ *Balance due on or before May 31, 2013 Permission Statements I have read and agree to abide by the general guidelines of AFSEP. I hereby give permission for my child to participate in all trips and activities sponsored by the Abington Friends Summer Enrichment Program (AFSEP). I give permission for my child to travel to and from events with an ASFEP staff member in either a chartered bus or school van with an adult driver. I give AFSEP staff members’ permission to act on my behalf in any situation that may arise concerning my child’s health and welfare. I recognize that in the event that my child loses consciousness or is otherwise severely ill or injured while participating in an AFSEP sponsored activity, it is AFSEP’s policy to contact Emergency Medical Services immediately. Afterwards, the AFSEP nurse will be contacted, and then AFSEP will call the parents. Lastly, in case of emergency, I give full authorization for my child to be transported to the nearest emergency medical facility. AFSEP will take photographs of camp activities and campers this summer for use in future marketing materials.

Parent’s Signature:_______________________________________________________ Date: ________________________ Refund Policy There are no refunds for any reason including absence due to illness. A $25 change fee may be assessed for changes made in schedule.

Questions? Call 215-576-3996 or rregalbuto@abingtonfriends.net

Extras

Staffed by experienced teachers and assistants, the Extended Day Program offers working parents the support they need to make camp fit into their busy schedules. Mornings begin in the Hallowell Gym at 7:30am. At 3:30pm, campers gather at the assembly area to begin their afternoon. A snack is provided for our campers along with an opportunity to rest and relax after a busy day at camp. Afternoon activities might include swimming, sports, board games, craft projects and dramatic play. Whether outside or in one of our air conditioned classrooms, children will have the opportunity to play and mingle with friends and peers. What a great way to begin and end a wonderful day at camp!

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we would also like to applaud AFSEP on the quality, experience, professionalism and diversity of its team, it is second to none in the region.

transportation

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extended day

Van transportation is available to and from Abington Friends School. Transportation Fees depend upon the distance you live from the school. One-way and round-trip transportation are both offered. Areas served are subject to determination depending on enrollment.

Once service is arranged, no refunds will be granted.

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I spoke briefly with you yesterday about how grateful I've been for my son's AFSEP experience this summer. He is in the "Fours" group, the Pinecones, and I couldn't be happier with the quality of activities and the nurturing, fun relationships he has with his counselors.

Nathaniel has blossomed this summer. He has new levels of confidence and social ease, and he clearly feels like he is part of a special community. He is known at AFSEP, and he feels like he belongs. Every day as I drop him off, he waves to a junior counselor or an instructor, and they wave back, using his name. The other day he said, "Mom, it's strange, but the only times I miss you during the day are when you drop me off and when I have nap. I don't miss you during the whole rest of the day." That must mean he's happy and engaged!! Hooray! He is doing all kinds of new and exciting things. He comes home and wants to teach me karate exercises and camp songs. He is even taking pride in his artwork, about which he's previously been hesitant and discouraged. Last week I was stunned to hear that he was beginning to swim on his own and was even willingly dunking his head underwater. This is a kid who has considered hair washing torture and was afraid to swim with a a floaty at the beginning of the summer. To top it off, my son, who has been sleepchallenged since birth, is now often sleeping a solid 11 hours at night. That is a gift in itself!!

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Thank you for your excellent program. It is clear how much thought and care go into all that it entails.

Summer Camp Abington Friends School 575 Washington Lane / Jenkintown, PA 19046 215-576-3996 / www.abingtonfriends.net

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