KrocSummerCamps16 by Kroc Memphis

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INFORMATION Location: 800 East Parkway S. | Memphis, TN 38104 Main Kroc Phone: 901-729-8007

Camp Receptionist Phone: 901-729-8035

Email: Recreation.MemphisKroc@uss.salvationarmy.org Kroc Center Website: www.krocmemphis.org Kroc Center Hours: - Monday-Friday: 6am-9pm Saturday: 7am-8pm Sunday: 1pm-4pm

Closures/Holiday Hours: July 4th, Open 6am-4pm

S. Cooper St.

Union Ave.

CENTRAL GARDENS

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Early Maxwell Blvd.

CENTRAL AVE.

COOPER-YOUNG

BINGHAMPTON

N Walnut Grove

GARDENS Hollywood St.

E. PARKWAY S.

Poplar Ave.

BELTLINE

BUNTYN

Southern Ave.

ORANGE MOUND

INDOOR SPORT COURT

GYMNASIUM

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CHALLENGE AREA

LOCKER ROOMS/ SHOWERS

AQUATICS CENTER

EDUCATION CENTER

GYM LOBBY

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KITCHEN AREA

GRAND HALL

19 FIRE PIT PLAYGROUND

SOCCER FIELDS

FITNESS & GROUP EXERCISE

CLASSROOMS

ART GALLERY

CENTRAL AVE.

OFFICES

SPLASH PARK

17 KROC CAFE

COURTYARD

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COMMUNITY CONFERENCE ROOM

22 CHAPEL/ THEATER

ENTRANCE

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ABOUT THE KROC In 2003, Joan Kroc gave The Salvation Army $1.5 billion of matching funds for the construction of 30 Ray & Joan Kroc Corps Community Centers across the United States. After undergoing a rigorous application and selection process, Memphis became eligible to receive a matching gift from the Kroc Trust in 2005. The Ray & Joan Kroc Community Center is a 100,000-square-foot recreation, education, worship and arts center. Amenities include: NBA size basketball court, 2 Outdoor NCAA sized Soccer Fields, Indoor Turf Field, indoor aquatics area, outdoor splash pad, playground, Challenge Center, fitness center, Chapel/Theatre, Art Rooms, Meeting Rooms, Classrooms, and Kroc Café. Mission Statement: By serving others in Jesus’ name without discrimination, the Ray & Joan Kroc Corps Center is a proactive ministry in the community sharing God’s love through art, education, recreation, and worship.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS SUMMER CAMPS

Camps Chart 4 Registration & Enrollment 6 Day Camp Counselors 7 Policies & Procedures 8 Health Policies 9 General Information 10 What to Bring to Camp! 10 Illness/Injuries at Camp 11 Behavior Expectations 12

RECREATION CAMPS What to Expect at Recreation Camp Camp Descriptions

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2016 KROC SUMMER CAMPS

$25 DEPOSIT PER CHILD/PER CAMP RESERVES SPOT. FAILURE TO PAY REMAINING BALANCE THE WEDNESDAY PRIOR TO THE START DATE OF CAMP WILL RESULT IN A $15 LATE REGISTRATION FEE. NO NEW REGISTRATION WILL BE ACCEPTED LESS THAN A WEEK IN ADVANCE OF A CAMP’S START DATE. KROC MEMBERS RECEIVE 20% DISCOUNT! PROGRAM NAME

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TIMES

COST

Swim Camp/ Wacky Camp

7-12 yrs

8:30am4:30pm

$135

Soccer Camp

7-12 yrs

8:30am4:30pm

$125

Amazing Race

7-12 yrs

8:30am4:30pm

$135

Kroc Olympics

7-12 yrs

8:30am4:30pm

$125

KC - Diggin’ Dinos

4-6 yrs

9:00am3:30pm

$115

Swim Camp/ Inventors Workshop

7-12 yrs

8:30am4:30pm

$135

Sports Extravaganza

7-12 yrs

8:30am4:30pm

$125

Survivor Island

7-12 yrs

8:30am4:30pm

$135

Messy Games

7-12yrs

8:30am4:30pm

$135

KC-Outer Space

4-6 yrs

9:00am3:30pm

$115

Swim Camp/ Amazing Race

7-12 yrs

8:30am4:30pm

$135

Basketball Camp

7-12 yrs

8:30am4:30pm

$125

Outdoor Game Explosion

7-12 yrs

8:30am4:30pm

$125

Time Travelors

7-12 yrs

8:30am4:30pm

$135

KC- Fairy Tales

4-6 yrs

9:00am3:30pm

$115

Swim Camp/ Survivor

7-12 yrs

8:30am4:30pm

$135

Flag Football Camp

7-12 yrs

8:30am4:30pm

$125

Mission Impossible Camp

7-12 yrs

8:30am4:30pm

$135

Kroc Olympics

7-12yrs

8:30am4:30pm

$125

KC-Superhero

4-6 yrs

9:00am3:30pm

$115

Wacky Week

7-12 yrs

8:30am4:30pm

$125

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June 6-10 (M-F)

June 13-17 (M-F)

June 20-24 (M-F)

June 27-July1 (M-F)

July 6-8 (M-W)

PROGRAM NAME

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DATES

AGES

TIMES

COST

Swim Camp/ Kroc Olympics

7-12 yrs

8:30am4:30pm

$135

Soccer Camp

7-12 yrs

8:30am4:30pm

$125

Kroc Cruise

7-12 yrs

8:30am4:30pm

$135

Amazing Race

7-12 yrs

8:30am4:30pm

$135

KC-Under the Sea Camp

4-6 yrs

9:00am3:30pm

$115

Swim Camp/ Mission Impossible

7-12 yrs

8:30am4:30pm

$135

Sports Extravaganza

7-12 yrs

8:30am4:30pm

$125

Survivor Island

7-12 yrs

8:30am4:30pm

$135

Inventors Workshop

7-12 yrs

8:30am4:30pm

$135

KC-Safari Camp

4-6 yrs

9:00am3:30pm

$115

Swim Camp/ Time Travelers

7-12 yrs

8:30am4:30pm

$125

Basketball Camp

7-12 yrs

8:30am4:30pm

$135

Mad Science

7-12 yrs

8:30am4:30pm

$135

Treasure Hunters

7-12 yrs

8:30am4:30pm

$135

KC-Sports Camp

4-6 yrs

9:00am3:30pm

$115

Swim Camp/ Beach Bash

7-12 yrs

8:30am4:30pm

$135

Cheer Camp

7-12 yrs

8:30am4:30pm

$135

Mission Impossible

7-12 yrs

8:30am4:30pm

$135

Messy Games

7-12 yrs

8:30am4:30pm

$135

KC-At the Circus Camp

4-6 yrs

9:00am3:30pm

$115

July 11-15 (M-F)

July 18-22 (M-F)

July 25-29 (M-F)

August 1-5 (M-F)

SEE PG. 14 FOR MORE DETAILS ABOUT EACH CAMP!

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SUMMER CAMPS REGISTRATION AND ENROLLMENT You must register in person at the Kroc Center. Kroc Center Members may start registering February 22th Non-Members may start registering February 29th NO NEW REGISTRATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED LESS THAN A WEEK IN ADVANCE OF A CAMP’S START DATE CAMP REGISTRATION PACKET must be complete in order to be accepted by Point-of-Sale staff. Fill in every space on both sides of the form, marking “N/A” in those spaces that do not apply to your child. Please note that incomplete forms may not be processed. If you have already filled out the Camp Registration Packet thoroughly, and wish to sign your child up for another available camp, you only need to fill out an “Add-A-Camp Form”. Please make sure to update Camp Staff of any changes to your camper’s personal information. DEPOSIT: $25 deposit per child/per camp reserves your spot in camp. Deposits are non-refundable, and nontransferable. (Deposit factors into the total cost of the camp). REMAINING BALANCE: Remaining balance is due the Wednesday PRIOR to the start of each week of camp. (By Wednesday night at 9:00pm closing time). Failure to pay the remaining balance by the Wednesday prior to the start date of your child’s camp will result in a $15 Late Fee. The deposit saves a spot for your child in camp, but the final payment secures their stay for the week. If you are worried about remembering to pay the remaining balance in time we can help you! Please see information about Recurring Payment Request below. LATE FEE: No new registrations will be accepted less than a week in advance of camp’s start date. Failure to pay the remaining balance by the Wednesday prior to the start date of your child’s camp will result in a $15 late fee. (By Wednesday night at 9:00pm closing time) RECURRING CAMP PAYMENT REQUEST: If you have only paid deposits for your desired camps, you have the option of giving Kroc Staff permission to process the remaining balance of each camp on the Wednesday prior to the start date of the coinciding camp. Please fill out a Recurring Camp Payment Request Form if you wish to enroll in this convenient program.

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MEMBERSHIP DISCOUNT: There is a 20% Membership Discount per child per camp for our Kroc Summer Day Camps! To receive this discount, your CAMPER must be a registered Kroc Center member. Child must be registered as a member prior to any money being paid on camp, as well as at time of final payment in order to receive discount. TRANSFERS: A $10 administrative fee will be applied for a transfer from one week Day Camp (session) to another. LUNCH: lunch is not included in the total price of camps. If you wish to purchase lunch for the coinciding camp week, that is no problem! It is only an additional $25 per week. We also have a single day options for $5 per day. *Lunches are not eligible for the Member Discount CANCELLATIONS Cancellations 7 or more days prior to start of camp session: Full credit will be given, minus the $25 non-refundable deposit, as well as a $10 Administrative Fee. Both Lunch and Extended Care are eligible to be refunded. Cancellation 6 days or less prior to start of camp session: Full credit will be given minus a $10 Administrative Fee and the $25 non-refundable deposit fee. No pro-rated credits will be issued for partial attendance at a camp session or missed days of camp due to illness, behavioral issues, or any other reason. A refund request form must be completed within one week of cancellation. Extended Care is eligible for a refund. Lunch is NOT eligible for refund, as orders have already been made for food at this point. DAY CAMP COUNSELORS We feel confident that we have the best staff around! Our staff is as diverse as our campers. Most importantly, our staff is comprised of people who love kids. Their passion is to invest their time playing, teaching, and working with children. Our hope is for your kids to have positive role models who build confidence in every camper who walks through our doors. All Kroc Center Camp Staff are certified in basic First Aid/CPR/AED and receive extensive training prior to the start of camp. You can be sure that we are hiring the â&#x20AC;&#x153;best of the bestâ&#x20AC;? to work with your children.

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STAFF-TO-CAMPER RATIO Kroc Center Day Camp ensures sufficient staff-to-camper ratios as recommended by the American Camp Association and will not exceed 1:10. A minimum of two staff are always present, regardless of the number of campers. This will also be adhered to during irregular camp hours (Extended Care, movie time, etc). POLICIES & PROCEDURES AGE POLICY: Children must be the age indicated on the Camp Registration Packet in order to enroll in that camp. Campers with special needs will be enrolled in age-appropriate camps. ALL CAMPERS MUST BE POTTY TRAINED. DROP-OFF & PICK-UP PROCEDURES TIMES FOR CHECK-IN/CHECK-OUT 4-6 Yr. Old Kinder Camps: Check-In will occur between 9-9:30am & Check-Out will occur between 3:00-3:30pm Location: Table in front of Classroom Hallway to left of our Chapel/Theatre (signs will be present to follow) *If your child is enrolled in Extended Care (mornings), CheckIn location will be the Art Gallery to the left of the Welcome Desk until 8:50am. Extended Care (afternoons), Check-Out location will be the table in front of Classroom Hallway to left of our Chapel/Theatre until 4:30pm. Between 4:30pm & 6:00pm, Check-Out will occur at the Art Gallery to the left of the Welcome Desk. BASKETBALL COURT CHALLENGE CENTER

WELCOME DESK

KINDER CAMP SIGN IN/OUT TABLE

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7-12 Yr. Old Camps: Check-In will occur 8:30-9:00am Check-Out will occur 4:00-4:30pm Location: Art Gallery to the left of the Welcome Desk. General Policies for all ages of Camps: An Extended Care Fee of $5 will be charged if your child remains at camp 10 minutes past the designated end time (Unless Extended Care is already purchased) An additional $10 late fee will be applied If camper isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t picked up by the 6:00pm Extended Care time, and an additional $10 for every ten minute increment thereafter. 8 | krocmemphis.org

Please allow yourself plenty of time in anticipation of traffic or volume of parents at the Day Camp pick-up. If the child is not picked up by 5:30 p.m. (7:00 p.m. if your camper is enrolled in Extended Care) and staff are unable to reach the parents, Child Protective Services will be contacted. If you are not arriving during normal check in/out times, please report to Gym Lobby Receptionist Desk *If you know in advance that your child will be picked up early, please communicate this to our Camp Staff in the morning by writing it down on our Parent Communication Log. This will help us have your child ready. I.D. REQUIRED: Children will ONLY be released to those listed on the Camp Waiver form as “authorized to pick-up”. Valid forms of ID include: Driver’s License, Military I.D., and Passport. All changes to the list of adults authorized to sign out a child must be completed on the Change of Authorization form by the parent who enrolled the child in camp. This must be done in-person at the Kroc Center and cannot be done via email, over the phone or through anyone else that did not register the camper. Please be prepared to show identification when making changes. No child is allowed to sign-out of camp alone. EXTENDED CARE Extended care is available for students enrolled in a coinciding camp. *Extended Care is not eligible for the Member Discount 4-6 YEAR OLD CAMPS (KINDER CAMP): Includes both 7:30am-9:00am & 3:30pm-6:00pm Whole Week: $40/Single Day: $8 7-12 YEAR OLD CAMP: Includes both 7:30am-8:30am & 4:30pm-6:00pm Whole Week: $25/Single Day: $5 HEALTH POLICIES MEDICAL NEEDS Please include all pertinent medical information on the waiver, including prescription and non-prescription medications and allergies. If your child needs medications administered during the camp day, a Medical Information Form and Permission to Carry Medication Form must be completed. Medication(s) must be in the original prescription container with the child’s name printed on the label, and placed in a plastic bag. All medications are stored in the Medical Backpack. Kroc Center staff will not dispense nonprescription medications without written parental consent and the Medical Forms filled out ahead of time.

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MEDICAL PROTOCOL If your camper has any special medical needs please include this information on the waiver form. This includes all medical or behavioral diagnoses that may affect your child’s experience at camp. Even if your child does not take medication for the condition, knowledge of the condition helps our counselors to provide the best care possible for your child. ADMINISTRATION OF MEDICATIONS A Camp Counselor will administer all medications according to the Medical Information Form on file for the camper. All medications must be dropped off and picked up at the sign in/ out table daily. PERMISSION TO CARRY If you feel your child can be held responsible for administering his/her own medications (prescriptions such as asthma inhalers and Epi-Pens), please fill out the Permission to Carry Medication Form. Until this form is completed and signed by the parent and child, the Camp Counselor will administer all medications. GENERAL INFORMATION CONTACTING YOUR CAMPER We understand that urgent situations arise. If you should ever need to reach your child while she/he is in camp, please call the Camp Receptionist’s phone at 901-729-8081. COMMUNICATING CAMPER INFO TO CAMP STAFF The exchange of information between parents and staff provides insight for both parties. It is vital that you inform us of changes in your child’s life so the staff may provide the best care possible. We will treat this information with the utmost concern. There are several methods in which you may contact the camp staff about your child. You may communicate information with an available Camp Counselor during check-in every morning on our Parent Communication Log. Please note that this log is used by all parents. If you have any private matters to communicate to staff, you may call the Camp Receptionist at 901-729-8081. We will use the utmost discretion concerning your private matters. INCLUSION The Kroc Center is committed to the inclusion of ALL children in our Day Camp Programs. Parents of children with special needs should contact the Camp Manager at least two weeks prior to the desired start date. This is to determine whether the Kroc Center can provide appropriate accommodations and which camp(s) are best suited for your child. WHAT TO BRING TO CAMP -SWIMSUIT & TOWEL EVERY DAY. We might not swim in pool every day, but we might have water games. 10| krocmemphis.org

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-WEAR COMFORTABLE CLOTHES that your child can be active in, as well as tennis shoes. -BACKPACK for all belongings. PLEASE LABEL all bags, clothing, lunch boxes, etc… -If your child is a picky eater, or has dietary restrictions, please pack a lunch and snacks to bring. Please do not send candy, or sugary drinks/snacks. -Sunscreen, if needed. Counselors are not permitted to directly apply sunscreen to the campers; however, they will instruct and supervise the re-application of sunscreen -Lunch – if you choose not to add the weekly lunch package onto your base camp price. WHAT NOT TO BRING TO CAMP Below is a list of items that are not welcome at Kroc Center Camps. Should your camper bring these, they will be confiscated and given to the parent at sign-out. This policy is for the campers’ safety, as well as to encourage group interactions. Additionally, the Kroc Center is not responsible for camper possessions that are lost or stolen. Please do not have your camper bring valuables! - Electronics: Cell Phones, iPads, iPods, tablets, mini game-boys, video cameras, etc… - Expensive jewelry - Personal toys such as cards/trading games, motorized cars, boats, dolls, and stuffed animals - Sugary snacks or drinks - Drugs or alcohol of any type - Weapons: guns, knives, nun-chucks or any other weapon (real or pretend: including water guns) - Money: We do NOT encourage campers to bring money to camp. Just like personal valuables, there is the chance of it getting misplaced. LOST ITEMS Lost & found items are kept for 2 weeks after a session and then donated to the local Salvation Army Family Store. The Camp lost & found box is located near check-in/check-out locations. However, if your child left an item in a different area of the building, there is a chance that it may be in the Lost & Found of another department. Please leave a note on the Parent Communication Log if you were unable to find your child’s item at the end of the day, and we will look in other areas after the camp day has been completed. We will have lost and found laid out at a table near check-in/ check-out. ILLNESS/INJURIES AT CAMP Camp is not designed to handle ill children. If your camper becomes ill while at camp, our staff will contact you to pick him/ her up. Staff will treat minor injuries requiring application of a bandage or ice. If further medical attention is required or if we are unsure of the severity of the injury, parents will be notified immediately.

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REPORT TO PARENTS We try to keep our parents as informed as possible. Just to be on the safe side, we will send home a document called â&#x20AC;&#x153;Report to Parentsâ&#x20AC;? to inform you of any health or injury related issues at camp. This will tell you what happened, how we responded, and contact information for camp manager if you are to have any further questions. The Emergency Medical System (911) will be activated at the discretion of camp counselors and/or the camp manager. If we are unable to reach the parents and a child needs immediate medical attention, she/he will be transported to the hospital by an ambulance, and we will continue attempts to reach adults listed on the Camp Waiver Form. All expenses for emergency medical care are the responsibility of the parent or guardian. BEHAVIOR EXPECTATIONS The Kroc Center Camp Program strives to offer every child, regardless of ability, the opportunity to participate in recreational activities that are both fun and educational, allowing him or her to learn new skills, foster relationships, and build self-confidence. Our counselors work to create a positive environment that is free from discrimination or other factors that may prohibit campers from having an enjoyable experience at camp. Every child deserves to have a positive experience at camp, free from peer pressure, excessive negativity, and any other behavior that affects his/her self-esteem and/or ability to fully participate in camp activities. We take bullying of any kind very seriously. Camp Counselors are trained in utilizing positive discipline techniques to create a positive camp environment that welcomes campers to grow and learn. The best way to deal with problems is through a proactive approach informing the campers of what is expected of her or him and creating an environment that fosters openness, respect and fun. Children thrive creatively within a structured system; by giving the campers boundaries and expectations, the counselors give them the freedom to play and learn through their experiences. RULES 1. Respect: instructors, counselors, campers, materials and the building. 2. Follow directions the first time. 3. Have fun!

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BEHAVIOR MANAGEMENT POLICY Preventing negative behavior from occurring is the best way to avoid consequences for misbehavior. However, no matter how positively a camp group begins their journey, many factors are present, including long days of physical activity and a mixture of personalities and interests that may contribute to a camper breaking the rules and resulting in a need for disciplinary action. Should disciplinary action become necessary, our Camp Staff will utilize verbal warnings, time out sessions to think about the problem, and sometimes parents will be asked to pick-up their camper. In these situations, Camp Staff will provide the parent or authorized adult at pick-up with a Report to Parents form. This will explain the issues involved and what action was taken. Any questions about the incident may be directed to the Camp Counselors or the Recreation/Camp Manager. If a child has received 3 Report-to-Parent’s in a single day – the child’s parents will be contacted for early pick-up. Feedback is welcome; we want to do everything possible to make sure each camper has a positive camp experience. More serious or repeat instances may require a camper be placed on a Behavior Contract that is developed cooperatively between Camp Staff and the camper’s parents/guardians. This means that a meeting will be set up for the parents, camper and camp manager to have a conversation about the issue, and what steps should be taken to resolve it. Some acts, such as fighting, theft, and possession of weapons/drugs, may require a camper to be immediately suspended or expelled from the program. No refunds or credits are granted for missed days of camp due to behavior problems. WHAT TO EXPECT AT CAMP No matter what camp theme your child jumps into, they will get a chance to experience everything at the Kroc! MORNING Summer camp kicks off each day with the opportunity for children to get to know campers in other groups through a variety of games, ice-breakers, songs and stretching exercises. Parents are encouraged to drop off campers in time to participate in this valuable component of camp. All children will be a part of “Morning Rally Time” which is a dynamic kick-off to the day. We do counselor skits, dances, ice breakers, get-to-know-you team competitions, and character development. Activities and contests are planned by the Day Camp Staff and are designed to be all inclusive. LUNCH Lunch is not included in the total price of Recreation Camps this year. If you wish to purchase lunch for the coinciding camp week, that is no problem! For only $25 additional per week, we can provide lunch for your camper. We also have single days available for $5 per day. Continued on pg. 14 krocmemphis.org | 13

LUNCH (continued) If your camper is a picky eater, has allergies or has dietary restrictions, we encourage you to pack a lunch from home. NOTE: Campers staying for Extended Care are often hungry due to the amount of energy used earlier in the day. Please send your camper with additional snacks if staying past 4:30 p.m. MOVIE IN THE THEATRE Each week, campers watch a movie in our Chapel/Theater. Movies are selected based on appropriateness for the general camper population (G or PG), as well as the weekly theme. RECREATION & THEME TIME We will have multiple camp themes running simultaneously each week. There will be certain times where all camps are together such as Morning Rally, Lunch and various large group games. At other times, camps will split up and have “theme specific time.” Each camp will have an opportunity to experience everything the Kroc has to offer including: gym, sport court, pool, splash pad, outdoor soccer fields, Challenge Center, and more!

CHARACTER GROWTH We want the Kroc to be a place where your child grows in many different ways. We strive to see them grow in friendships, memories, skills, and character qualities. We will have devotional time built into our camp where our staff will be focusing on a particular character quality each week such as “integrity”, “trust”, or “teamwork.” The character quality theme each week will be tied into various activities. RECREATION CAMP PROGRAM OFFERINGS KINDER DAY CAMPS FOR AGES 4-6 YRS. The day will be broken up into different and exciting segments including, play time, PE time, craft time, education time, story time, and more! Our themes will provide your child with a chance to continue to learn and grow through the summer while having the time of their life! Diggin’ Dinos Camp (June 6 - June 10) Our Kinder Camp archeologists made huge discoveries last summer at Diggin’ Dinos Camp, but the findings were so big, that 14| krocmemphis.org

a whole other summer was needed to continue the excavation. Dinosaur digs, games, and crafts are just a few of the many activities your child will enjoy. This week, they will walk in the footsteps of the dinosaurs and learn all about how they lived. While they are exploring, your camper will experience all aspects of the Kroc Center on their trek to discovery. Outer Space Camp (June 13- June 17) In a galaxy far, far away, the Kroc Center has transformed into a spaceship. It is ready to rocket your kids into a week long journey through space. Your little astronaut will travel amongst the stars, circle around the planets, and even land on the moon. All while exploring the different happenings aboard Starship Kroc. Fairy Tales Camp (June 20- June 24) Once upon a time, the Kroc Castle invited all fairytale characters from across the land to participate in a week-long event. Everyone from Cinderella and Prince Charming to Jiminy Cricket and Pinocchio has been invited. With magical games, enchanted crafts, and captivating activities, it should be the event of the summer! If your little one loves using their imagination, this week will surely end in a happily ever after. Superhero Camp (June 27- July 1) It’s a bird, it’s a plane. No, it’s the Kinder Camp Superheroes! We are going to need all the superheroes we can get if we are going to be able to survive this action packed and fun filled week of camp at the Kroc. Grab your cape and put on that mask as we train to be the best superheroes we can be. We will jump, fly, and speed through Kroc Center City, ready to take action at a moment’s notice. Under the Sea Camp (July 11- July 15) Do your kiddos love going to the ocean and the beach? This is a great time to come to the Kroc and dive into and week of fun under the sea. Ocean themed activities and crafts anchor our ship down while your camper is out in the water exploring the life on the depths of the ocean floor. Just keep swimming; just keep swimming over to the Kroc Center for an exciting week. Safari Camp (July 18- July 22) It’s going to be a WILD week at the Kroc Center. Grab your binoculars and hats and join us on a Kroc Safari. We’ve got our jeep gassed up and it’s ready to drive Kinder Camp into the African wilderness in search of giraffes, zebras, and maybe even a lion pride. Your adventurous kiddos will get to take part in wild activities games, and crafts while travelling through the fun areas the Kroc.

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Sports Camp (July 25- July 29) Does your little one have dreams of being in the Super Bowl, or scoring a goal in the World Cup? If your kid is super active and loves sports, then this is the camp for them. Mixed in with daily kinder activities, your camper will be introduced to the basics of stretching, sports skills, and games. The Kinder Camp coaches and other recreation staff will nurture their excitement, practice skills with them, and encourage team spirit. Children of all levels of experience are welcome. GO KROC TEAM!! At the Circus Camp (August 1 - August 5) Come One; Come All to the AMAZING Kinder Camp Circus. A week of carnival fun is in your kidsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; future. Along with experiencing the exciting things the Kroc has to offer, your child will be able to show off their talents, performing thrilling circus acts for their friends and counselors. Themed crafts and games will round out a great week at the circus. We are not clowning around about this. RECREATION DAY CAMPS FOR AGES 7-12 YRS. Spend your summer at the Kroc Center and have a blast! Each week will have different, exciting themes that your child can participate in that will provide them with fun, amazing new activities, and knowledge. Whether you send your child to one of our sports themed camps, amazing race camp, or our adventure camp, your child is sure to have a wonderful and memorable experience this summer! These camps offer a multi-venue experience with a variety of different activities every day.

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Amazing Race Grab your passport and your camera and get ready to travel the world! Your camper will get visit several countries, experiencing their culture while participating in challenges throughout the Kroc Center. Your camper will be part of team earning points during the week on activities such as scavenger hunts and group games. This is sure to be an AMAZING week!

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Basketball Camp This camp is a SLAM DUNK!! Your star player will be ready for the NBA by weeks end. Join us at the Kroc for a week dedicated to the helping campers develop the necessary skills to improve their individual AND team game! Each day, campers will working on passing, dribbling, defense, shooting, and team work. They will get to get scrimmage and show off what theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve learned on the court. Most importantly we like to HAVE FUN, so this camp is for all skill levels.

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Cheer Camp We’ve got spirit, yes we do, we’ve got spirit, how about you!?! Kroc Cheer camp is the place to be for your camper who wants to step into the world of cheerleading. They will learn to jump, dance, cheer, stunt, and tumble during this upbeat and peppy week! Campers will be divided into group based on age and experience level. At the end of the week, parents will be invited to watch a final performance routine and see how much hard work and dedication was put into it. Inventors Workshop This is going to be an innovative week at the Kroc. Your inventors will build structures out of Legos and blocks, construct their own games and relays, and use their imaginations to come up with inventions made out of unique materials. Brainstorming and teamwork will go hand in hand to make this week a success! Kroc Cruise All aboard!! The Kroc cruise ship is ready to set sail for an exciting week at sea. While aboard the ship, your sailor will get to experience the Kroc’s many areas of fun. Each day the ship will dock at a different port around the world and the campers will get to explore its surroundings. Themed games and activities will make your kid feel like they are really on vacation in a country. Kroc Olympics It’s time to race towards the gold during this high energy week of camp. This camp is all about taking the basics of well-known sports and putting a unique spin on how your child plays them. New and non-traditional games will be introduced as well. All of our games and sports are for any skill level and are designed to keep your child active and excited throughout the day. By the end of the week, kids will be stepping up on the first place podium ready to accept those medals.

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Mad Science Make your way to the Kroc Center laboratory to explore the fascinating world of science. This camp combines energetic daily camp activities with intriguing science experiments that will be sure to ignite your child’s inner curiosity. Counselors will encourage your scientist to ask questions and find answers as they tryout different experiments each day. Don’t miss out on this camp that will exercise their brains and muscles. Messy Games When we say Messy, we mean messy!! This week has all the fun elements of summer camp, but adds a messy twist to classic games and activities such as capture the flag, dodgeball, relays and more. Don’t be surprised if you get a whip cream pie to the face by your crazy counselors! This crazy messy week is sure to be a fan favorite! *Campers will need to wear old clothes that can get VERY messy, as well as an extra pair of clothes or two for each day. Mission: Impossible Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is joining us for a thrilling week at the Kroc! During this week your camper will take on a secret identity, solving classified cases and completing challenging missions. While enjoying all aspects of the Kroc, the kids will also tackle timed activities, lasers, and obstacles in order to save the world. Outdoor Game Explosion This week can be summed up into two words: FIELD DAY! Prepare yourself for a fun and exciting week of outdoor games! If your kiddo loves to be active and be outside, then this is the camp for them. During this week, the kids will learn the importance of teamwork while participating in exhilarating outdoor group games. In addition to the outdoor activities, they will get to experience all of the fun within the Kroc too! Sports Extravaganza Calling all athletes!! This is the ultimate camp for you! Each day will be devoted to a different sport where they will practice and develop their skills. We will focus on the basics for all sports, such as team work, passing, ball control, and hand-eye coordination. This camp is designed to make your camper a more well-rounded athlete and a stronger teammate. Come sharpen your athletic abilities and play a few games with friends and counselors while getting to experience the other areas of the Kroc. Survivor Island Does your camper have what it takes to survive at the Kroc? They will start the week by setting up base camp for their team and learning basic survival skills. 18| krocmemphis.org

Throughout their time at the Kroc, they will endure tough team challenges as well as enjoy the other areas of the Kroc such as the pool and splash pad. Team work and unity is what this adventurous camp is all about!

Swim SWIM LESSONS meets CAMPS! Every morning your camper will have the opportunity to take swim lessons and grow in their swimming skills followed by an afternoon of summer camp activities! During the swim lessons, the campers will be divided by their levels of swimming ability and taught by our certified Kroc Swim Instructors. They will also get to interact with each other during gym games, morning rally, and other activities during the afternoons. Each camp will have an additional theme tied to it. These themes will include some mini versions of our weekly camps such as Mission Impossible and Time Travelers as well as other themes like Beach Bash, Wild and Wacky, and more. Time Travelers Step into our Kroc Center time machine for a fast paced journey through history. Every day the campers will be transported to different time periods and possibly even into the future! Your time traveler will get to enjoy games and activities that correspond with each time period in which they visit. When they are not busy traveling through time and space, they will get to experience all of the fun the Kroc has to offer. Treasure Hunters X marks the spot! Your camper must channel their inner Indiana Jones in order to find the treasure. This week is all about solving riddles and following clues in order to find hidden artifacts spread all around the Kroc. When they arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t hunting for treasure, they will get to enjoy all parts of the Kroc Center. Wacky Week Anything can happen during this wacky three day camp! This free for all camp will bring together the campers favorite games, crafts, and activities for an energetic and crazy fun week! The counselors might even through a few surprises your way to keep you on your toes. krocmemphis.org | 19

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Begin signing up today! TWO WEEK SWIM PROGRAM MON-THURS | 1 HOUR

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June 6-16 June 20-30 July 4-14 July 18-28

SATURDAYS ONLY MON-WED | 45 MIN Times vary upon age and skill level.

»» June 4 - July 30 (No Classes July 2nd)

Times vary upon age and skill level.

»» June 6-29 »» July 4-27 »» August 1-24

Certified & Experienced Swim Instructors!

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Certificates, prizes, & skill sheets handed out on day 6 to encourage continued success!