Camp Essman Katan
Campers age 3 – 5 years
Marilyn Fox Building Full Day- 9am – 3pm Half Day- 9am – 12:30pm or Combo- M/W/F 9am – 3pm & T/TH 9am – 12:30pm June 3 – August 2
Contact: Linda Rosenblatt 314-442-3456 lrosenblatt@jccstl.org
This is the perfect camp experience for your preschooler. Campers will enjoy music, storytelling, art, nature, daily swimming and sports, building a foundation for fun Jewish experiences. Campers participate in recreational swim and Red Cross instructional swim lessons daily. Campers must be fully toilet trained.
Pre and Post Care
Campers entering grades K – 7
Marilyn Fox Building
7am – 9am and/or 3pm – 6pm May 28 – August 9
Contact: Patrick Fox 314-442-3431 pfox@jccstl.org
Ideal for working families – campers extend their camp day with even more fun and structured activities, including arts and crafts, games, cooking, science and swimming. A kosher snack is provided in the afternoon. Families must enroll by the week.
Expanded by popular demand!
...Plus Lunch!
Take a break from making lunch on Tuesdays and/or Thursdays. For just $5/meal, campers will enjoy a delicious, nutritious, kosher sack lunch. Register for lunch when you register for camp. Lunch registrations must be completed at least one week in advance.
Thursdays: Beverage
Tuesdays: Hot dog, pretzels, cucumber slices and a delicious chocolate chip cookie Thursdays: Pizza bagel, chips, carrot sticks and a delicious chocolate chip cookie Beverage included. Sorry, no substitutions.
Inclusion Services: Does your child have special needs that require a shadow at camp? o Yes o No Does your child receive any support services during the school year? o Yes o No If yes, please check all that apply: o Speech Therapy o Occupational Therapy o Resources
In order to reserve a space for your child, please call our Inclusion Coordinator at 314-442-3295. Inclusion Coordinator MUST confirm your registration. SPACE IS LIMITED!
Payment Information
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY AND SIGN:
A credit card must be on file for ALL registrations. Please fill out the credit card information to be used for camp payments and additional camp charges. This authorizes all payments regarding Day Camp to be charged to this credit card.
A $50 REQUIRED NON-REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT per child per week up to $200 is required to complete an application and will be applied toward camp fees.
All camp fees must be paid IN FULL by May 15th. If registering after May 1st camp fees must be PAID IN FULL with application.
POLICIES FOR CANCELLATIONS
• Notify the day camp registrar in writing of any cancellations.
• Cancellations at least 14 days prior to the start of camp will result in a full refund, less the non-refundable deposit (No deposit will be withheld if total registration remains greater than four weeks).
• NO REFUND will be issued for any programming that begins within 14 days of cancellation notice.
• NO PRO-RATED OR FULL REFUND shall be permitted if a camper leaves before the end of the period for which he or she has been registered.
• NO REFUNDS for missing camp due to illnesses. We DO NOT offer partial payment for days missed.
Change policy
When two or more changes in a camper’s summer schedule are requested a $25 camp change fee will be assessed for the second and each subsequent change.
Late Registrations
Applications submitted LESS THAN 1 WEEK prior to the start of camp will be assessed an additional $25 processing fee.
** I have read and understand the policies listed in this document.
REQUIRED: Signature of Parent or Guardian
PAYMENT OPTIONS (A credit card must be on file for all registrations)
o Check for Full Amount Enclosed (Check payable to JCC)
o Charge my credit card for the full amount of camp today.
o Check enclosed for deposit and a VOIDED check for automatic payments.*
o Charge my credit card for the deposit today, then for automatic payments.*
o Check for deposit is enclosed, charge my credit card automatic payments.*
o I will be submitting an application for Financial Assistance**, enclosed is a check for the non-refundable $25 deposit per child.
o I will be submitting an application for Financial Assistance**, please charge my credit card for the non-refundable $25 deposit per child. Type of Card: o
*Automatic payments
Automatic payments are available to those who submit a complete application before May 1, 2013. Otherwise payment is due in full. Automatic payment schedule:
Applications received before March 1 -three automatic payments of one third of camp balance each will be processed between the 5th and 10th business day of March, April and May. Applications received March 1 – March 31 -two automatic payments of half of camp balance will be processed between the 5th and 10th business day of April and May. Applications received April 1-30 -one automatic payment of camp balance will be processed between the 5th and 10th business day of May. Processing dates are subject to change.
*Financial Assistance
To apply for financial assistance go online at www.jccstl.org and download a scholarship application, email slang@jccstl.org or call 314-442-3241. A Day Camp application and scholarship application must be submitted in order to be considered. Scholarship dollars are limited. Scholarship applications must be received no later than April 15, 2013- with payment arrangements made prior to the start of camp.
PROTOCOL MEDICATION CONSENT AND CONSENT TO MEDICAL TREATMENT
Specific medications have been approved for use by campers as needed during camp-related activities if parent/guardian consent is on file. These medications are available for use by designated camp staff or the camp nurse as outlined in the “Protocol Medications Policy”.
I acknowledge that I have reviewed and am familiar with the Protocol Medication Policy and the Medication Policy and consent to terms and conditions of Policy.
I realize a physician will not be present or available during the administration of medication, that the Camp Nurse may not be present for this purpose, and that medication may be administered by a non-medical person. Further, I indemnify and hold harmless the Jewish Community Center employees from and against all claims arising our of the implementation of the Protocol Medication Policy and administration of medication under this policy and the Medication Policy.
JCC has my permission to have a physician treat my child(ren) if needed during my participation in the Activity or while my child(ren) is/are on the property of JCC. I authorize the Camp Director to use his or her judgment in arranging for any medical care for my camper which the Camp Director deems necessary. I hereby consent to any first aid, medication, medical treatment or surgery deemed necessary by the Activity Camp Director in his or her judgment. I release JCC and its agents, employees, representatives, volunteers and assigns of and from all claims for injuries or damages incurred by my child in connection with the delivery of such care in good faith. This release is also a condition of participation in the Activity. I consent that my child(ren) may be assessed and/or treated by the Camp Nurse or, if the Nurse is not available, by a designated Camp Staff in case of illness or injury.
I agree to pay all expenses of care administered to my child(ren).
Signature:
Date:
BEHAVIOR POLICY
The JCC programs are designed for children to function in an atmosphere dedicated not only to individual growth but also to group cohesion. These situations sometimes stimulate various behaviors including both positive and negative peer pressures. Since our program population is a sampling of the world we live in, we deem it advisable to delineate very clearly what the JCC’s standards and rules are and what action we will take in our role as “substitute parents” in the event that these rules are broken.
NOT ALLOWED:
a. Illegal activity, including possession or use of any drug or substance.
b. Possession or consumption of alcoholic beverages.
c. Possession of tobacco products.
d. Possession or sale of pornographic materials.
e. Possession of knives or weapons of any kind.
f. Activity detrimental to the welfare or health of others, including, but not limited to, persistent physical or verbal abuse, theft, or vandalism. The JCC will charge the offender for repairs or removal of graffiti.
g. Certain items and activities at the JCC are not necessary or are inappropriate. We ask that participants not bring to the JCC, CDs and iPods that contain language deemed inappropriate by JCC staff (i.e., violent or abusive lyrics, etc.), matches, lighters, fireworks, or incense of any kind.
h. Unauthorized cell phones are not permitted at the JCC.
Should we have reason to suspect a participant of violating any of the above rules, we shall respond as follows: for a, b, c, d & e, and in cases of theft (f), we reserve the right to search the participant’s possessions in their presence. If we determine a violation of the rules has occurred, we will notify the participant’s parents. Violation of a or b will result in immediate dismissal. In the case of c, d, or f, disciplinary action may be taken after full consideration.
In regard to f, the JCC encourages respect of other participants and staff. Any participant who does not adhere to this philosophy will be counseled, and, if necessary, disciplined by us. If such counseling and discipline does not result in cooperation and better behavior, we will consult with parents. We then reserve the right to suspend a participant from the program. This behavior may also affect future enrollment, and we do reserve the right not to allow a participant back into the program.
We also feel that a safe and successful programming experience requires adherence to a few rules and regulations regarding safety procedures. Persistent and willful disregard for these rules and regulations is considered sufficient reason for expulsion. This will not be enforced without first communicating with parents and making every effort to secure cooperation. Being a part of the JCC community means doing activities together. Participants are expected to join in group activities and are encouraged to participate in all program activities.
ON-SITE SOCIAL WORKER / PSYCHOLOGIST
The JCC Day Camp works closely with Jewish Family and Children Services throughout the summer. A social worker and/or psychologist will be at camp periodically working with staff, children, and families. We consult these professionals to address behavior and educational plans for individual children. The social worker and/or psychologist may observe during the summer, interact with the children and discuss strategies with staff that will benefit the entire camp. The social worker’s and/or psychologist’s name and contact information are available to all families through the Day Camp Office. You may contact the director if you wish to speak directly to the social worker or psychologist about any questions or concerns you might have about your child(ren). Occasionally, the social worker or psychologist may request a meeting with a family to discuss specific educational and/or behavioral concerns. In this case, the director will contact you to facilitate such a meeting.
I understand that social workers or psychologists from Jewish Family and Children’s Service will be observing at camp.
PRICES PER WEEK (PPW)
*Includes Both Memorial Day and Independence Day Holiday Discounts
Pre and Post Care
…Plus Lunch- all meals $5 each
Optional Sabra Trip- $125
Optional Teen Camp Road Trips- $195 each
Discounts
Holiday Discount- $30/week (No camp May 27 and July 4)
Camp Nat Koplar and Essman Katan half day take 35% off PPW
Sibling Discount- 5% off total (Sibling discount will be taken off of the sibling with equal or fewer of weeks.) LIT Take 50% off PPW
Camp Nat Koplar and Essman Katan combo take 15% off PPW
*Day Camp registration must be received by midnight, February 3, 2013 to be eligible to win. For each week of day camp that a child is registered, his or her name will be entered in the random drawing. Grand Prize: Free 2013 Summer Camp. One (1) name will be randomly drawn to receive a free summer of day camp based on the number of weeks that child has registered for before the February 3 deadline. Other Prizes: Five (5) names will be randomly drawn to receive other fabulous prizes. Prizes are not transferable.