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In some special cases, campers may keep and administer their own medications (ie: asthma inhalers). These cases must be discussed in advance with the camp director, and information must be provided to us in writing, including permission for the camper to hold and administer their own medications.

COVID POLICIES

All Camp polices regarding COVID-19 will be posted on the J-Day Camps web page and shared via email. As these polices are continuously evolving to be in line with guidelines and best practices, any updates or changes will be posted and shared via the website.

BULLYING, FIGHTING AND ALL DISCIPLINE AT CAMP

We pride ourselves on being an inclusive, nurturing and safe camp environment for all that attend camp. We have a strict, zero tolerance policy for bullying and fighting at camp.

Campers found to have bullied another camper or campers involved in a physical altercation may be suspended or removed from camp immediately at the discretion of the director, and no refund will be issued.

If a camper brings a weapon of any kind to camp, that camper will be immediately removed from camp at the camp's discretion and no refund will be issued. If any camper is asked to leave camp due to these infractions or for compromising their safety, the safety of the staff or the safety of other campers, or any other undesirable behavior, no refund will be issued.

LANGUAGE

Campers caught using inappropriate language at camp will be given one warning. If this problem continues, the camper will be suspended one day. Upon returning from suspension, if the problem continues, the camper will be removed and no refund will be issued.

The steps above may be amended by the Camp Director at their discretion. Inappropriate includes but is not limited to, using swear or curse words, inappropriate or sexual comments, making inappropriate innuendos, speaking to others in a condescending, patronizing or mocking manner, using variations of inappropriate swear or curse words, using code words to represent something inappropriate, use of sensitive words in an insulting or joking matter, use of racial/stereotypical/ culturally insensitive words. And a little bit more

VISITOR POLICY

Visitors are not permitted on the camp grounds during camp hours. If parents need to come to camp during the day (to pick up a camper early, to meet with staff, etc.), they must call ahead, 216-593-6249, so the security guard can be notified prior to arrival. At Safran Park, parents will need to come into the Day Camp building. At Halle Park, parents will need to come to the camp office.

LOST AND FOUND

All personal belongings (clothing, towels, bags, lunch bags/boxes) must be clearly labeled with the campers first and last name. Misplaced labeled items will be returned directly to campers as they are found.

Unlabeled lost and found items will be collected and stored in the Day Camps Building. We will hold lost and found items for no more than 10 business days. Unclaimed items are sent to a charitable organization. The Mandel JCC is not responsible for any lost personal items.

KASHRUT

(The Jewish dietary laws observed by the Mandel JCC) All food provided at, or by, the Mandel JCC is kosher. Campers are not required to pack kosher lunches. Campers and staff are not permitted to share food. Please refrain from sending pork products and/or shellfish. Dairy snacks are typically served Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays, but may be served other days of the week as well. Parve snacks are typically served on Wednesdays and Fridays.

BIRTHDAYS

Campers whose birthdays fall during their time at camp are celebrated and recognized during the camp day and given a camp-provided treat. Because we have many campers with dietary restrictions and food allergies, and because of the laws of kashrut, we do not allow any distribution of food that is not provided by J-Day Camps.

RAINY DAYS

Camp goes on, rain or shine! Our staff is always prepared with rainy day programs that can be done inside the moadon (shelter) or the Mandel JCC building.

In case of severe weather or lightning, everyone is under cover and all outdoor swim activities will stop.

OVERNIGHTS AND LATE NIGHTS

There will be opportunities for campers to have a late night or overnight at camp, and extend their camp day with a cookout and special activities. Please see the included calendar for information on dates.

Meals and snacks are provided at each late night and overnight. If your camper has allergies and you would like to see a list of ingredients present in our food, please do not hesitate to reach out. Alternatives will be provided upon request. Important information for these days will be emailed to you at the beginning of the session.