Summer Camp Playbook 2018

SUMMER CAMP EDITION REGISTRATION OPENS SATURDAY, JAN. 6 • 9 AM Summer Camp 2018

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esilience is our ability to adapt and bounce back when things don’t go as planned. Resilient people don’t wallow in or dwell on failures; they acknowledge the situation, learn from their mistakes, and then move forward. (mindtools.com)

Camp prepares children and youth for the future by immersing them in the real world of people and hands-on experiences. At camp children have numerous opportunities to try their hand at everything from new subject matter to challenging new tasks to making new friends and navigating failure through trial and error. Children develop key relationships with caring adult role models and peer relationships that may last a lifetime. These experiences support the development of resiliency in children and are developed through interpersonal relationships and experiential learning.

The Parent Curve* reports that in 2017 children under age 9 spent an average of two hours and 19 minutes daily on digital media. For 8 to 12 year olds the numbers are higher. Older children and youth spend 32 hours per week and 1,664 hours per year. Screen time is not all bad, but recent research suggests that developmental delays and poorer social skills may be unintended outcomes of high exposure to digital media in place of human interaction.

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Children and Youth Services Division

231 Sycamore St. • P.O. Box 220 • Decatur, GA 30031 404-378-1082 • fax 404-378-1281 decaturga.com/cys

Claire Miller.........................................................................Director Nancy Brune................................................Assistant Director Glenda Lee...............................................Program Supervisor Lillie Johnson...............................Administrative Assistant Lartesha Chaney................................................... Site Director Caudieu Cook......................................................... Site Director Rashad Crowell...................................................... Site Director Ashton Hudson..................................................... Site Director Danielle Perry.......................................................... Site Director Grace Seward.......................................................... Site Director Kiara Smith................................................................ Site Director Ashley Thorpe......................................................... Site Director CJ Yancy...................................................................... Site Director

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ous (independence, self-efficacy, self-esteem, sense of community, resilience, academic enrichment). Perhaps more importantly, in our increasingly digital world, providing experiences where children unplug from devices and connect with each other may have lasting impact on children’s healthy development and on the culture of our society at large.

The Camp Playbook is a planning tool for your child’s summer in Decatur. On pages 1213 you will find the At-A-Glance summary of Decatur summer camps by week including times, locations, instructors, and cost. You will also find additional camp planning tools on our website at decaturga.com/cys. *cnn.com/2017/11/15/health/screen-time-averages-parenting/index.html

After-Camp Care/Shenanigans After-Camp Care is available for any camp ending at 4 p.m. After-Camp Care is not available for Sports camps with the exception of Tournament Tennis and Tennis, Swim and Cookout Full Day (9-4). After-Camp Care registration requires that you first enroll in a prerequisite camp session. Price is $20/week for 4-5 p.m. and $40/week for 4-6 p.m.

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231 Sycamore St. • P.O. Box 220 • Decatur, GA 30031 404-377-0494 • fax 404-370-4130 decaturga.com • beactivedecatur.com

Greg White...........................................................................director Cheryl Burnette.......................................... assistant director Athletic Services

Stacy Green.............................................program supervisor Carlos Jordan.................... assistant program supervisor Jarrod Lindsay.................. assistant program supervisor Recreation Services

Lee Williams............................................program supervisor Sara Holmes............................................program supervisor Portia Langley........................................program supervisor Anthony Bethel..............................................program leader Demarcus Bundrage...................................program leader Artesha Chaney..............................................program leader Jonathan Holloman.....................................program leader Jerdarius Malcolm.........................................program leader Tennis/Aquatics Staff

Jabari Cole................................................program supervisor Arnie Ahn............................................................program leader Thanh Doan......................................................program leader Sharon Hulette................................................program leader Kyle Morton.......................................................program leader Nia Willis...............................................................program leader Support Staff

Virginia Atchison......................... administrative assistant Joan Carroll........................................................ afternoon clerk Eugenia Kelley-Minor......................................evening clerk Juanita Tyson.......................................................morning clerk Active Living Board Members

Clay Scarborough, Chair • Bill Adams Wendy Childers • Pete Duitsman • Michael Harbin Shelly Head • Jack Kittle • Adam Pinsley Brooke Schembri • Kelly Walsh

Contact Lartesha Chaney for Camp Sycamore lartesha.chaney@decaturga.com

Day Camps

For children entering K-3rd grades in fall 2018 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

Decatur Recreation Center 231 Sycamore St. $230/$255 per week

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amp Sycamore offers campers a chance to explore a theme in-depth in a quest to find their passion. The camp is focused on art projects, activities and games, with a field trip day on Friday. Campers make new friends and learn new skills through five weeks of discoveries and explorations.

Campers immerse themselves in hands-on group and individual projects related to a fun theme. They can choose from a selection of theme-based, take-home projects each day.

They can enjoy a park day at Glenlake Park once a week, play tennis two days a week, and bring their theme to life on Theme Celebration Day when they showcase their explorations.

After-care options are available 4-6 p.m. (see page 2). Campers should bring a lunch daily (refrigeration is not available). A snack is provided.

Camp Leadership Team: Lartesha Chaney (5th Avenue Whiz Kids), CJ Yancy (Ebster Whiz Kids), and Grace Seward (DRC Animal Crackers) Serving rising K-3rd graders (must be 5 before first day of camp)

LEGO Star Wars • July 2-6 (no camp July 4) Buckle up for an intergalactic adventure as Camp Sycamore’s Lego Star Wars returns for another year. Join us as young Jedis unleash their creativity to wield their own light sabers, master the force and have a blast building Lego masterpieces. Field Trip: LEGOLAND Nature Quest • July 9-13 Grab your backpack and explore with the Wilderness Explorers of Camp Sycamore. You can learn about plants, animals and their environment while adventuring through our beautiful parks. Campers will collect badges, each one bringing them closer to becoming a Senior Wilderness Explorer. Just get ready, because adventure is out there! Field Trip: Nature picnic (on site) Let’s Just Play • July 16-20 Get silly as we unplug and go outside for a week of fun! We’ll warp through time exploring jousting and Olympic games, travel around the world to play Kabaddi and games from different cultures as well as classics like horseshoes and tag. Create your own games and craft your own toys and equipment, then come with us on our journey to learn how to stay healthy and active in a world of play. Field Trip: Medieval Times

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Day Camps

Contact Ashton Hudson for iDiscover Camp ashton.hudson@decaturga.com

For children entering K-5th grades in fall 2018 8 a.m.-4 p.m. • Ebster Recreation Center • 105 Electric Ave. $230/$255 per week

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ampers explore a weekly theme and try their hand at a variety of different activities to uncover a new interest or delve deeper into an existing passion. Each week campers are introduced to the theme on Monday and do a variety of activities leading up to the week’s special event day.

The camp emphasizes individual discovery as campers challenge themselves to try new things and develop new skills. Campers can choose which Camptivity areas they want to explore two days per week. The six iDiscover Camptivity areas include Discover It Yourself (DIY), Why Does it Work?, Adventure in the Arts, Color Your World, Live the Wild Life, and Let’s Get Physical.

Campers swim four days per week, and take a fun field trip or have a special on-site event once per week. The camp takes place at Ebster Recreation Center and Ebster field. After-care options are available 4-6 p.m. – see page 2. USDA lunches and daily snack are provided.

Camp Leadership Team: Rashad Crowell (Winnona Park Animal Crackers), Kiara Smith (Oakhurst Animal Crackers), and Ashton Hudson (Clairemont Animal Crackers) Serving rising K-5th graders

Game Central Station June 11-15 When the school game is over, a new world comes to life at iDiscover. Campers looking for a little “wreck-ognition” can level up at Game Central Station. We’ll create our own diamond swords in the Over-world, design Pokemon in Pallet Town, race through a Super Mario obstacle course, and make a candy car in Sugar Rush. Game on! Field Trip: Tiny Towne

Follow the Yellow Brick Road June 18-22 Click your heels three times! Create a hot air balloon to travel with Dorothy, Lion, Scarecrow, Tin Man, and Toto. Dance with munchkins, create a dream catcher while you dream in the poppies, and see the wizard through your very own Emerald City spectacles. There’s no place like iDiscover Camp! Field Trip: LEGOLAND

Emoji Xplosion • June 25-29 Welcome to Textopolis, home to all emojis!

Join Hi-5, Jailbreak, and Gene Meh for this explosive week of emotions! During Emoji Xplosion, we will use crafting, dancing, and so much more to explore all the emotions we express via text. Field trip: camp event (on site) Mission: Possible • July 2-6 (no camp July 4) Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to hone your spy craft, develop a disguise or cover, make and break codes, discover escape and evasion techniques, create and use spy gadgets, and uncover the science behind spying. Are you up for the challenge? Field trip: Main Event 4

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Contact Rashad Crowell for Leadership Camps rashad.crowell@decaturga.com

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leaders-in-Training (LIT) Program • 14-15 yrs Required orientation June 4-7 • iDiscover Camp June 11-July 6 (register for 1-4 weekly sessions) • $230/$255 per week he LIT program provides teens a chance to enjoy camp and develop leadership skills. During the summer the LITs participate in a variety of activities and experiences to help them develop leadership skills, independence, relationship building, problem solving, communication, self-management, assertiveness, and group management skills.

The LIT program begins with an intensive orientation in which LITs learn about proper supervision and about leading a variety of activities for younger children. The LITs learn CPR and First Aid as well as other skills and knowledge in preparation for supporting the summer camp program. The orientation week is mandatory for all LITs and runs June 4-7, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. daily.

All LITs must attend every day of orientation – no exceptions! LITs close their orientation with a mandatory graduation team-building trip that allows them to use the week’s newly learned skills. Throughout the summer LITs have ongoing training and special activities.

Applications for the LIT program may be found online at decaturga.com/ cys on the Forms page, or pick up an application packet at the Decatur Recreation Center, Ebster Recreation Center, DHS or RMS starting Jan. 5.

Applications must be returned by March 12. Interviews will take place April 2-6 (unless otherwise arranged). Applicants need recommendations from two teachers and one non-relative personal reference. Completed recommendation forms should accompany applications, each in a sealed envelope.

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Junior Counselor • 16-17 yrs iDiscover Camp – mandatory orientation June 4-7 and four weeks at camp June 11-July 6 Camp Sycamore – mandatory orientation June 4-6, June 29, and three weeks at camp July 2-July 20 he Junior Counselor Program is a continuation of the LIT program, providing the next steps toward becoming a full-fledged summer camp counselor. Prior to the start of summer camps, JCs attend summer staff orientation week along with summer camp counselors.

The orientation includes additional training in facilitating group activities, activity planning, cooperative games, diversity, risk management, CPR and First Aid, and communication. JCs attend their camp’s weekly staff meetings, parent orientations and family events.

Applicants must be 16-17 years old and have completed at least one year as a CIT or LIT in Decatur (or with another agency – documentation required). Applications will be available Jan. 5 online, at Decatur Recreation Center, Ebster Recreation Center and Decatur High School, and must be submitted by March 12.

Applicants need recommendations from two teachers and one non-relative personal reference. Note that all JCs must attend camp orientation June 4-7 and will work at camp June 11-July 6. JCs at Camp Sycamore will attend orientation June 4-6 and June 29 and work a total of three weeks from July 2-July 20. Junior counselors receive minimum wage for hours worked. Only two first-year and one second-year JC positions are available.

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Contact Caudieu Cook, 404-378-1082 caudieu.cook@decaturga.com

Artists, actors, singers, scientists, engineers, techies, and curious minds – we have something for you. E Camps focus on an area of interest throughout the camp week. Camps are presented in four categories: Art, STEM, Theatre and Exploration. Many of our camps are facilitated by CSD teachers – look for their names in the camp descriptions. Visit pages 12-13 to see the camp offerings by week including pricing and registration numbers.

E Camps will be held at Glennwood Elementary School (440 E. Ponce de Leon Ave.) June 4-29 and at Decatur Recreation Center July 9-20. Camps open at 8 a.m. for drop-off and camp activities begin at 9 a.m. Campers should bring a lunch daily. A snack is provided. Camps end at 4 p.m. with after-care options available 4-6 p.m. (see page 2).

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Camp Leadership Team: Ashley Thorpe (Westchester Animal Crackers), Caudieu Cook (Glennwood Animal Crackers) and Danielle Perry (Project R.E.A.L.)

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Abrakadoodle: Bug Me ART Camp Rising K-2nd • June 4-8 Instructor: Abrakadoodle instructors You are being bugged! This creepy crawly art camp is all about bugs, reptiles, nighttime adventures and the teeny tiny world of insects. We’ll create artistic bug habitats, design mazes, and participate in creepy crawler races while learning about bug and reptile characteristics.

Art Around The World Rising K-2nd • June 11-15 Instructor: Danye’lle Hundley Do you have your passport? Take an imaginative trip around the world to discover diverse cultures and explore multiple art media.

Travelers can collect various 2D and 3D art material along the way. Our exciting journey will include a trip to Africa, China, Australia, Mexico and India. A traveler’s art showcase will complete the week.

Comic Creators workshop Rising 3rd-5th • June 11-15 Instructors: Angie Prophet, Ali Shershin Rather than reading comic books all summer, join us and learn how to create your own.

We will develop story lines, create characters, and improve your drawing skills.

Kids All Dressed Up Rising K-3rd • June 25-29 Instructor: Cynthia Cynthia Learn to sew and design your own fashions.

No experience necessary. Learn basic sewing techniques as well as how to create your own designs. Already know how to sew? Great! We can help you take it to the next level. Campers move at their own pace and take home a new creation at the end of camp.

Little Artists Rising 1st-3rd • June 25-29 Instructors: Susan Albright, Xavier Tillman Do you have a passion for painting? A craving for crafts? Do you love to get creative and produce works of art with your own hands?

This camp is for you. We will study a new artist every day and then use that inspiration to create masterpieces. All you need is your creativity.

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Phenomenal Photography

Rising K-2nd Session I: June 4-8 Session II: June 18-22 Instructors: Angie Prophet, Ali Shershin Learn how to do it yourself. Decorate your own shirt, assemble your own accessories, design your own dishware, and create your own decorations. You make it. You keep it.

Rising 3rd-6th • July 9-13 Instructor: Raven Bell We will explore photography in the digital age. Campers will become immersed in the art of still photography. They will be introduced to the tools necessary to capture great images and refine them while doing “Phenomenal Photography” projects.

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Contact Caudieu Cook, 404-378-1082 caudieu.cook@decaturga.com Contact Rebecca Aulph, 404-378-1082 • rebecca.aulph@decaturga.com

Exploration E Camps A+ Chess & More Rising 3rd-5th • June 4-8 Instructor: Kamal Carter Imagine learning to play a 1,500-year-old game while dancing, singing, coloring and much more. Campers learn how to analyze problems, plan ahead, and search for solutions. By the end of the week, they’ll be blown away by their ability to strategically move any piece from a pawn to a king in a winning move.

All Aboard: International Cooking Rising 3rd-6th • July 9-13 Instructor: Christine Benta Gather around, young chefs, and explore the exciting world of food, flavor, and culture.

Come along on this hands-on adventure as you learn how to create some delicious summer dishes inspired by five different

countries in the world. Want to learn about a culture? The best way is through its food.

Cooking Like a Pro Rising 3rd-6th • July 16-20 Instructor: Khadijah Muhammad Campers explore the wonderful world of cooking, learn about the history of foods and healthy food trends, and do some hands-on cooking of savory and sweet dishes. Camp cooking pros can sift, sizzle, and sauté their way to a cooking contest.

Fill Your Passport Rising 3rd-6th • June 25-29 Instructors: Charee Waugh, Vanessa Williams Have you ever dreamed of filling your passport with stamps, traveling, and getting a taste of how kids all over the world live their daily lives? In this passport camp, we will travel the world in just five days, experiencing cultures through music, games, art, and much more.

Inward Bound I Rising 4th-6th • June 18-22 Instructors: Carrie Beauchamp, Kara Morrison Being a kid can be stressful. Take time for yourself this summer. Come learn what you can do to relax and help your brain focus.

In this camp, each day you will explore how your mind, body, and breath connect through yoga, mindfulness, art, stories, journaling, and play. Join beloved Winnona Park instructors on this inside-out adventure.

Inward Bound II Rising 4th-6th • June 25-29 Instructors: Carrie Beauchamp, Kara Morrison Need more yoga and mindfulness? Dig a little deeper. Each day we discover how color and compassion can transform our hearts, minds, and bodies. Come connect with yourself and others through yoga, mindfulness, art, stories, journaling, and play. You are welcome to attend this camp even if you have not attended Inward Bound I.

Master Chefs of Decatur Rising 3rd-5th Session I: June 4-8 Session II: June 18-22 Instructors: Edwin Ellis, Tatrabian Lockwood, Cameron Crutchfield Calling all junior chefs! Learn how to whip up a yummy meal that your friends and family will enjoy. Get your taste buds ready for an adventure – we have a week full of delicious dishes for you to make.

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Everything Is Awesome Lego Camp Rising 1st-3rd • June 11-15 Instructors: Meg Alexander, Kate Miller Imagination is awesome. Campers use it as they push their skills beyond the building of pre-made LEGO sets. LEGOs were originally designed to ignite creativity through free exploration and play. Campers persevere through multiple challenges and projects as they work to become master builders. They document their creations through photography. Campers may choose to design their own unique sets with directions, and/or collaborate to create stop-motion mini-movies.

Everything Is Awesome-er Lego Camp Rising 3rd-5th • June 4-8 Instructors: Meg Alexander, Kate Miller LEGOs were originally designed to ignite creativity through free exploration and play.

Campers push their skills beyond the building of pre-made LEGO sets. They tackle new challenges and projects, as they become master builders. Campers may choose to design their own unique sets with directions, and/or collaborate to create stop-motion mini-movies. Campers explore programming with Tynker and the Lego WeDo 2.0, an awesome robotics kit for kids.

Mad Scientists…Unleashed!

Rising 3rd-5th • June 11-15 Instructors: Charee Waugh, Vanessa Williams Ever used your kitchen as a mini science lab, wondering what potions and concoctions you could create? Ever wondered if you had the knack for building bridges, towers, or finding the best design for the fastest race car? Do you feel the urge to find out how to launch a rocket to infinity? Meet other kids at camp who are crazy about science like you. Pull out your lab coat, goggles, and your wildest hair. Unleash your inner scientist through fascinating science investigations.

Out of This World Science and Engineering Rising 3rd-6th Session I: July 9-13 Session II: July 16-20 Instructor: Kamal Carter Have you ever heard of dancing noodles?

Have you seen milk that spins around in colorful circles? Have you ever built a landing system that will allow space explorers to land on Mars? Let’s make it happen this summer. Create, invent, design, and watch experiments come to life right before your eyes. Have fun using the scientific method coupled with engineering and design challenges to go to infinity and beyond. We need you for the mission to Mars!

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Instructor: Candice Newsum

Camp Popstar Rising 3rd-6th • July 16-20 This day camp experience is filled with artists that love to sing and dance. Campers learn vocal coaching, stage presence, team building, choreography and more. They also perform some of America’s top hit songs and Broadway musical songs for a live audience at the end of the week.

Cinderella Rising K-2nd • June 4-8 Awaken your musical fantasy and imagination through acting, music, and movement in a safe noncompetitive environment.

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Contact Caudieu Cook, 404-378-1082 caudieu.cook@decaturga.com

while journeying through Disney’s classic Cinderella. At the end of the week, campers’ families and friends can see if the shoe fits.

Sleeping Beauty Rising K-2nd • June 18-22 Awaken your musical fantasy and imagination through acting, music, and movement in a safe noncompetitive environment.

Engage in storytelling and musical theatre while journeying through Disney’s classic Sleeping Beauty. At the end of the week, campers’ families and friends can see if this princess’s spell will ever be broken.

Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory Rising 3rd-6th • July 9-13 Stir up the creative spirit and imagination of Willy Wonka’s Chocolate Factory through

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acting, music, and movement in a safe, noncompetitive environment. We’ll work on all aspects of theater performance. Campers can explore the creative arts by making costumes and discovering new talents. At the end of the week watch your camper show off their Golden Ticket of talent.

Wizard of Oz Rising 3rd-6th • June 11-15 Release your creative spirit and imagination through acting, music, and movement in a safe noncompetitive environment. Engage in theatre games and improv. At the end of the week, campers’ families and friends can also be off to see the “Wonderful Wizard of Oz.”

Jabari Cole: 404-377-7231 jabari.cole@decaturga.com

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Tennis Camps Munchkin Tennis • 4-6 yrs 9-10 a.m.

The instructors use backdoor learning techniques and games to teach campers proper stroke form and footwork while keeping the major focus of the class on fun.

Session I: June 4-8 Session II: June 25-29 Session III: July 23-27

Tournament Camp • 7-17 yrs 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Tournament Camp is for juniors looking to play serious competitive tennis. Each session focuses on advanced stroke training, movement, physical fitness, and match strategy. Beginner and intermediate players are welcome, but the camp will be geared toward the more advanced players. Due to the extreme summer heat, tournament camp participants will get to spend some time at the swimming pool each day. Campers should bring a lunch each day as well as a bathing suit or swim trunks and a towel.

Closed toe/closed heel shoes are required for the tennis courts.

Session I: May 29-June 1 Session II: July 2-July 6 (no camp July 4)

Tennis, Swim and Cookout Camp • 7-15 yrs This is our most popular tennis camp. Half-day camps offer 90 minutes of tennis instruction and full-day camps provide 3 hours of tennis instruction, followed by swimming at Glenlake Pool. The camp concludes with a cookout on Friday. Campers must bring a lunch Monday through Thursday. They should also bring a bathing suit, swim trunks and a towel each day.

Half-day campers will not swim on Fridays due to the cookout. Closed toe/closed heel shoes are required for the tennis courts.

Half Day • 9 a.m.-noon Session I: June 4-8 Session II: June 11-15 Session III: June 18-22 Session IV: June 25-29 Session V: July 9-13 Session VI: July 16-20 Session VII: July 23-27 Full Day • 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Session I: June 4-8 Session II: June 11-15 Session III: June 18-22 Session IV: June 25-29 Session V: July 9-13 Session VI: July 16-20 Session VII: July 23-27

After-care is offered for Tournament camps and the full-day versions of Tennis, Swim, and Cookout. Register for activity 161011-(camp section number) for 5 p.m. pickup or 161012-(camp section number) for 6 p.m. pickup. Cost: $20 per week for 5 p.m. pickup and $40 for 6 p.m. pickup.

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Small Fry Sports Camp I 4-5 yrs • $ 125/150 9 am-12:30 pm/ERC Teresa Davis 142020-19

Tournament Tennis I 7-17 yrs • $ 200/240 9 am-4 pm /GTC Jonathan Aubrey 161010-01

A+ Chess & More Rising 3-5 • $230/255 8 am-4 pm/GES Kamal Carter 183070-01

Abrakadoodle: Bug Me Art Camp Rising K-2 • $250/275 8 am-4 pm/GES Abrakadoodle 183070-02

Boys Baseball Camp 7-14 yrs • $150/175 9 am-12 pm/MP Robby Gilbert 142020-38

Cinderella Rising K-2 • $230/255 8 am-4 pm/GES Candice Newsum 183070-06

Decatur Fencing Camp 8-17 yrs • $175/200 9 am-1 pm/DRC William Chase 142020-23

Decatur Wrestling Camp I 8-14 yrs • $125/150 9 am-1 pm/TBD Robert Buggs 142020-06

Everything is Awesome-er LEGO Rising 3-5 • $235/260 8 am-4 pm/GES M. Alexander/ K. Miller 183070-09

Girls Softball Camp 8-18 yrs • $175/200 9 am-2 pm/OF Gary Anderson 142020-02

Gymnastics Camp I 4-12 yrs • $125/150 9 am-1 pm/DRC Ms. Jo Marie Futch 142020-42

Master Chefs of Decatur Rising 3-5 • $240/265 8 am-4 pm/GES E. Ellis/T. Lockwood 183070-19

Mini-Makers I Rising K-2 • $230/255 8 am-4 pm/GES A. Prophet/ A. Shershin 183070-21

Munchkin Tennis I 4-6 yrs • $55/80 9-10 am/GTC Nia Willis 161010-02

Tennis, Swim, and Cookout I 7-15 yrs • $100/125 9 am-12 pm/GTC Nia Willis 161010-04

Tennis, Swim, and Cookout Full Day I 7-15 yrs • $200/240 9 am-4 pm/GTC Nia Willis 161010-03

Art Around the World Rising K-2 • $230/255 8 am-4 pm/GES Danye’lle Hundley 183070-04

Comic Creators Workshop Rising 3-5 • $230/255 8 am-4 pm/GES A. Prophet/A. Shershin 183070-07

Decatur Bike Camp 8-12 yrs • $175/200 9 am-1 pm/GLP Nedra Deadwyler 142020-10

Cheerleading Camp I 4-5 yrs • $95/115 9 am-12 pm/DRC Wanda Nesbitt 142020-50

Fast Break Basketball Camp 10-15 yrs • $175/200 9 am-1 pm/TBD Bill Roberts 142020-39

iDiscover I: Game Central Station Rising K-5 • $230/255 8 am-4 pm/ERC CYS Camp Staff 183040-01

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Rising 3-5 • $230/255 8 am-4 pm/GES C. Waugh/V. Williams 183070-18

Tai Chi Camp I 8-14 yrs • $125/150 9 am-2 pm/DRC Drew Bracewell 142020-03

Tennis, Swim, and Cookout II 7-15 yrs • $100/125 9 am-12 pm/GTC Nia Willis 161010-06

Tennis, Swim, and Cookout Full Day II 7-15 yrs • $200/240 9 am-4 pm/GTC Nia Willis 161010-05

Ultimate Frisbee Camp 12-17 yrs • $150/175 9 am-12 pm/EF Matt Smith 142020-09

Wizard of Oz Rising 3-6 • $230/255 8 am-4 pm/GES Candice Newsum 183070-28

Decatur Soccer Camp 6-12 yrs • $125/150 9 am-12 pm/EF Stephen Gathany 142020-31

Gymnastics Camp II 4-12 yrs • $125/150 9 am-1 pm/DRC Ms. Jo Marie Futch 142020-45

Hoop It Up Basketball Camp 6-9 yrs • $125/150 9 am-12 pm/DRC James Hartry 142020-40

iDiscover II: Follow the Yellow Brick Road Rising K-5 • $230/255 8 am-4 pm/ERC CYS Camp Staff 183040-02

Sleeping Beauty Rising K-2 • $230/255 8 am-4 pm/GES Candice Newsum 183070-26

Tai Chi Camp II 8-14 yrs • $125/150 9 am-2 pm/DRC Drew Bracewell 142020-03

Tennis, Swim, and Cookout III 7-15 yrs • $100/125 9 am-12 pm/GTC Nia Willis 161010-08

Tennis, Swim, and Cookout Full Day III 7-15 yrs • $200/240 9 am-4 pm/GTC Nia Willis 161010-07

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Decatur Girls Basketball Camp 8-14 yrs • $150/175 9 am-1 pm/TBD Eric Dawson 142020-48

Decatur Lacrosse Camp 7-14 yrs • $200/225 9 am-3 pm/EF Don Rigger 142020-13

Cheerleading Camp II 6-12 yrs • $155/175 9 am-3 pm/DRC Wanda Nesbitt 142020-51

Decatur Wrestling Camp II 8-14 yrs • $125/150 9 am-1 pm/TBD Robert Buggs 142020-05

Everything is Awesome LEGO Rising 1-3 • $235/260 8 am-4 pm/GES M. Alexander/K. Miller 183070-10

Inward Bound I: The Elements Rising 4-6 • $240/265 8 am-4 pm/GES K. Morrison/C. Beauchamp 183070-14

Master Chefs of Decatur Rising 3-5 • $240/265 8 am-4 pm/GES E. Ellis/C. Crutchfield 183070-20

Mini-Makers II Rising K-2 • $230/255 8 am-4 pm/GES A. Prophet/A. Shershin 183070-22

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Decatur Complete Football Camp 6-14 yrs • $125/150 9 am-12 pm/TBD Cody Cory 142020-47

Fill Your Passport Rising 3-6 • $230/255 8 am-4 pm/GES C. Waugh/V. Williams 183070-11

iDiscover III: Emoji Xplosion Rising K-5 • $230/255 8 am-4 pm/ERC CYS Camp Staff 183040-03

Inward Bound II: Color & Compassion Rising 4-6 • $240/265 8 am-4 pm/GES K. Morrison/C. Beauchamp 183070-15

Kids All Dressed Up Rising K-3 • $230/255 8 am-4 pm/GES Cynthia Cynthia 183070-16

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Little Artists Rising 1-3 • $230/255 8 am-4 pm/DRC S. Albright/X. Tillman 183070-17

Munchkin Tennis II 4-6 yrs • $55/80 9-10 am/GTC Nia Willis 161010-09

Table Tennis Camp 8-17 yrs • $135/160 9 am-12 pm/DRC Charlie Slater 142020-14

Tennis, Swim, and Cookout IV 7-15 yrs • $100/125 9 am-12 pm/GTC Nia Willis 161010-11

Tennis, Swim, and Cookout Full Day IV 7-15 yrs • $200/240 9 am-4 pm/GTC Nia Willis 161010-10

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Camp Sycamore I: LEGO Star Wars Rising K-3 • $200/225 8 am-4 pm/DRC CYS Camp Staff 183010-01

iDiscover IV: Mission: Possible Rising K-5 • $200/225 8 am-4 pm/ERC CYS Camp Staff 183040-04

Tournament Tennis II 7-17 yrs • $200/240 9 am-4 pm/GTC Jonathan Aubrey 161010-12

All Aboard: International Cooking Rising 3-6 • $235/260 8 am-4 pm/DRC Christine Benta 183070-03

Camp Sycamore II: Nature Quest Rising K-3 • $230/255 8 am-4 pm/DRC CYS Camp Staff 183010-02

Karate Camp I 8-12 yrs • $150/175 9 am-1 pm/ERC Adesi Brown 142020-43

Out of This World Science/Engineering I Rising 3-6 • $230/255 8 am-4 pm/DRC Kamal Carter 183070-23

Phenomenal Photography Rising 3-6 • $230/255 8 am-4 pm/DRC Raven Bell 183070-25

Small Fry Sports Camp II 4-5 yrs • $125/150 9 am-12:30 pm/ERC Teresa Davis 142020-20

Tennis, Swim, and Cookout V 7-15 yrs • $100/125 9 am-12 pm/GTC Nia Willis 161010-14

Tennis, Swim, and Cookout Full Day V 7-15 yrs • $200/240 9 am-4 pm/GTC Nia Willis 161010-13

Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory Rising 3-6 • $230/255 8 am-4 pm/DRC Candice Newsum 183070-27

Camp Popstar Rising 3-6 • $230/255 8 am-4 pm/DRC Candice Newsum 183070-05

Camp Sycamore III: Let’s Just Play Rising K-3 • $230/255 8 am-4 pm/DRC CYS Camp Staff 183010-03

Cooking Like a Pro Rising 3-6 • $235/260 8 am-4 pm/DRC Khadijah Muhammad 183070-08

Decatur Girls Volleyball Camp 9-17 yrs • $125/150 9 am-12 pm/ERG Kele Eveland 142020-49

Karate Camp II 8-12 yrs • $150/175 9 am-1 pm/ERC Adesi Brown 142020-44

Out of This World Science/Engineering II Rising 3-6 • $230/255 8 am-4 pm/DRC Kamal Carter 183070-24

Tennis, Swim, and Cookout VI 7-15 yrs • $100/125 9 am-12 pm/GTC Nia Willis 161010-16

Tennis, Swim, and Cookout Full Day VI 7-15 yrs • $200/240 9 am-4 pm/GTC Nia Willis 161010-15

Munchkin Tennis III 4-6 yrs • $55/80 9-10 am/GTC Nia Willis 161010-17

Tennis, Swim, and Cookout VII 7-15 yrs • $100/125 9 am-12 pm/GTC Nia Willis 161010-19

Tennis, Swim, and Cookout Full Day VII 7-15 yrs • $200/240 9 am-4 pm/GTC Nia Willis 161010-18

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Locations: DRC = Decatur Recreation Center; DHS = Decatur High School Stadium; EF = Ebster Field; ERC = Ebster Recreation Center; GES=Glennwood Elementary School; GLP = Glenlake Pool; GTC = Glenlake Tennis Center; MP = McKoy Park; OF = Oakhurst Park Field.

All grade levels are rising grades. Limited financial assistance is available to Decatur residents who demonstrate a need.

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Sports Camps

Contact Portia Langley, 678-553-6563 portia.langley@decaturga.com

Ultimate Frisbee Camp • 12-17 yrs June 11-15 • 9 a.m.-noon Participants learn the fundamental disc skills involved in the game of Ultimate Frisbee – a co-ed non-contact sport based on throwing, catching, and running. The goal is to teach fair play and have fun.

Instructor: Matt Smith

Boys Baseball Camp • 7-14 yrs June 4-8 • 9 a.m.-noon New in Decatur! Boys Baseball Camp will teach campers basic baseball skills and drills.

They will learn the fundamentals of hitting, catching, fielding, base running, infield/ outfield play and team work. Campers can enhance their baseball experience or learn the game of baseball for the first time. Experienced coach Robby Gilbert from Decatur High School and his team will leave a lasting impression on your child. Campers must bring a glove; cleats are optional.

Decatur Bike Camp • 8-12 yrs June 11-15 • 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Learn bike safety, rules of the road, bike maintenance and bike handling for each skill level. The camp makes cycling fun and encourages kids to ride more often – becoming lifelong riders. Participants must know how to pedal and steer and must bring a bike each day. Neighborhood bike ride on the last day of camp. Instructor: Nedra Deadwyler

Decatur Girls Basketball Camp • 8-14 yrs June 4-8 • 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Participants improve skills while learning the fundamentals of basketball. They receive

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personal attention from Decatur High Girls basketball coach Eric Dawson and his all-star staff of current and former Decatur High School players.

Decatur Girls Cheerleading Camp • 4-12 yrs June 11-15 Session I: 9 a.m.-noon (4-5 yrs) Session II: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. (6-12 yrs) Cheer Camp is a spirited five days of cheers, dances, stunts and crafts led by experienced cheerleaders. All levels welcome! Tuition includes a T-shirt, hair bow, spirit pennant and more. The week concludes with a crowdpleasing performance. Come out to build self-confidence, learn the value of teamwork, and have fun. Instructor: Wanda Nesbitt

Decatur Complete Football Camp • 6-14 yrs June 25-29 • 9 a.m.-noon Learn the fundamentals of the game of football and take part in a variety of skill development drills and activities such as passing, catching, and punting. This camp allows full access to all the facilities that the Decatur Bulldogs use. Instructor: Decatur High School football coach Cody Cory

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Decatur Lacrosse Camp 7-14 yrs June 4-8 • 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Learn to play lacrosse the Decatur way. Learn the fundamentals of the game through a series of drills and game play. This camp is great for both beginners and players who would like to sharpen their lacrosse skills.

Instructor: Don Rigger

Decatur Girls Volleyball Camp • 9-17 yrs July 16-20 • 9 a.m.-noon Join us for a great week of volleyball. This camp is for beginners through intermediate level. Learn passing, setting, hitting and serving. Take advantage of this great opportunity to learn new skills and make new friends. Instructor: Kele Eveleand, Georgia Tech volleyball coach

Fast Break Basketball Camp 10-15 yrs June 11-15 • 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Girls and boys learn the fundamentals of basketball with drills that include dribbling, passing, shooting and defense, with one-onone attention. Instructors: Bill Roberts, Luke Cross and James Hartry

Decatur Fencing Camp 8-17 yrs June 4-8 • 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Campers enjoy a safe and exciting introduction to the sport of fencing with foil, epee and saber. Participants learn the history, footwork and tactics of swordplay. All equipment is provided. Instructor: William Chase

Girls Softball Camp • 8-18 yrs June 4-8 • 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

Girls can improve and enhance their softball skills, including catching, hitting, and base running, with proven drills and training tips.

Instructor: Gary Anderson, Decatur High School softball coach

Gymnastics • 4-12 yrs Session I: June 4-8 • 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Session II: June 18-22 • 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Mobile Gym Adventures (MGA) focuses campers on hand-eye coordination, body awareness, flexibility, kinetics and strength building. The camp includes gymnastics, arts and crafts and games. The gymnastics portion is at the beginner’s level, working on the fundamentals with each participant.

Instructor: JoMarie Futch

Hoop It Up Basketball Camp 6-9 yrs June 18-22 • 9 a.m.-noon This weeklong camp focuses on basic basketball fundamentals and skills. Campers experience a variety of games and skill development activities sure to please everyone. Instructor: Coach James Hartry, varsity basketball coach at Tucker High School

Karate Camp • 8-12 yrs Session I: July 9-13 • 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Session II: July 16-20 • 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Karate Camp introduces children to the fun, physical skills, mental challenges, and discipline of karate. Participants learn basic karate techniques including punching, kicking, blocking, and rolling. They also engage in agility games such as running, jumping, and dodging, which are used to reinforce the karate concepts. Instructor: Adesi Brown

Small Fry Sports Camp 4-5 yrs Session I: May 29-June 1 • 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Session II: July 9-13 • 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Throw, catch, run and jump. Campers engage in a week of movement, tumbling, games, throwing and catching, while developing motor skills that are basic to success in any sport. Instructor: Teresa Davis, Renfroe Middle School coach

Decatur Soccer Camp 6-12 yrs June 18-22 • 9 a.m.-noon Get your kicks in this camp while learning the basic skills and fundamentals of soccer.

Offensive and defensive strategies are also covered for an enjoyable soccer experience for boys and girls at all levels. Instructor: Stephen Gathany

Table Tennis Camp • 8-17 yrs June 25-29 • 9 a.m.-noon Spend the week learning the skills of table tennis, including stroke, serve and hand-eye coordination. Experience the table tennis robot. Campers learn table tennis rules and

participate in game action. Instructor: Coach Charlie Slater

Tai Chi Camp • 8-14 yrs 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

Session I: June 11-15 Session II: June 18-22 Through synchronizing breath to movement, tai chi fosters deep body intelligence, creating many benefits that last a lifetime.

Participants learn stress management, coordination, self-confidence, and concentration.

In this camp, students learn various animal qigong exercises, partner practices, and tai chi 24 short form. Instructor: Drew Bracewell

Decatur Wrestling Camp 8-14 yrs Session I: June 4-8 • 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Session II: June 11-15 • 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Learn the fundamentals of the Olympic sport of wrestling. Mat wrestling, takedown offense and neutral positioning as well as discipline, teamwork and pride will be taught. All equipment is provided. Instructor: Robert Buggs

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How to Play Registration

Opens

Saturday

Jan. 6

9 a.m.-noon

How to Play in Decatur Register for all summer camps online (recommended) at decaturga.com/webtrac or at the Decatur Recreation Center, 231 Sycamore St.

• Proof of residency is required for resident fees and is subject to verification. Non-verifiable addresses will not be accepted. Proof of residency accepted includes: tax bill, utility bill, rent receipt, current signed lease agreement, or property deed/mortgage note.

• Online registration requires a household ID number and password. Paperwork must be completed in advance of registration day to allow online registration. Find more information at decaturga.com/webtrac.

• Five-year-olds enrolling for day camps must have attended a full-day program and show proof of age (birth certificate or school record). Must be five the first day of camp.

• Registration for all programs will continue at Decatur Recreation Center and online until programs are filled or until the registration deadlines. Office hours are Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m.-8 p.m., Friday, 8 a.m-6 p.m., and Saturday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

• For information on how to register online, go to decaturga.com. Click on City Government > City Departments > select either Active Living or Children & Youth Services. Go to Registration or Summer Camp for instructions. WebTrac will not accept financial aid registration. WebTrac only accepts Visa and MasterCard.

• Nonresidents of the city of Decatur must pay an additional $25 per week/camp.

Summer Camp Deposits and Payments Deposit: A $25 nonrefundable and nontransferable deposit per participant per session is required. The deposit holds a camp enrollment until the balance due date. If fees are not paid or arrangements made, spaces will be given to campers on the waiting list.

Those applying for financial assistance must pay a $10 deposit per child per session.

Balance: The balance is due May 5 for June camps and June 2 for July camps. Fees cover instruction, supplies, and a camp T-shirt.

Financial Assistance A limited amount of financial assistance is available to city of Decatur residents who demonstrate a need on a first-come-first-served basis. Proof of residency and income verification must be submitted with the financial assistance application. Assistance is based on a sliding scale. A minimum rate will be required for each activity. Applications are available online and at the Decatur Recreation Center. Please note: • An application for financial assistance is not a promise of financial aid.

• Only city of Decatur residents may apply for financial aid and are required to provide verification of residency upon application, in the form of a tax bill, utility bill or rent receipt.

• Residents are required to submit verification of income. Copies of three current paycheck stubs, letters of supplemental income, Medicaid letters, or copies of the preceding year’s filed taxes will be accepted. All information will remain confidential.

• Families are eligible to apply for financial assistance for one full-day camp program per week with a maximum of up to three sports, tennis/swim or E Camps during the summer.

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