2018 Luke Ward Summer Day Camp

Sewickley Valley YMCA

2018

Luke Ward

Summer Day Camp June 11 - August 17

IN RECOGNITION OF LUKE WARD In 2010, the Sewickley Valley YMCA recognized Luke Ward for his dedication and passion for the Y and our community. Luke graciously donated his time and talent to the Y through his leadership roles on the Board and in our development efforts. Luke is committed to removing financial barriers so that all may be a part of our YMCA. With his assistance, the Sewickley Valley YMCA is better able to support friends, neighbors, and the community.

YOUR CHILD’S CAMP EXPERIENCE How we help kids make new friends: We are dedicated to facilitating and fostering friendships. At the Sewickley Valley YMCA, campers are grouped by ages and each camp program incorporates team-building and friend-building activities throughout the session.

How we teach kids new skills: Regardless of the camp your child chooses, we help children to learn and try new things during their time spent at the Y. Through staff support and mentoring, kids are given opportunities to build on the skills learned from the previous day as well as try new activities they have never tried before. Campers soon find that they can do things they didn’t know were possible.

For more information about Summer Day Camp, contact Marc Smith, Senior Director for Youth, Teen and Family at 412-741-9622 ext. 103 or msmith@sewickleyymca.org

TABLE OF CONTENTS 2 PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN CAMP

5 TEEN CAMP

11-12 PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION

6 ONE-WEEK CAMP

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YOUTH CAMP

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YOUTH & TEEN REGISTRATION

7-10

PARENT HANDBOOK

16-17

PICK-UP & DROP-OFF

GIVE THE GIFT OF CAMP Last summer, the Y awarded $85,758 in financial assistance so everyone could attend and experience Summer Day Camp. We believe that everyone in our community should have the opportunity to benefit from YMCA programs, regardless of their financial circumstances, and your donation enables that to happen.

Please consider a gift of $5 to support sending kids to camp at the Sewickley Valley YMCA. Donating is quick and easy.

• Check “yes I want to donate $5 to support sending kids to camp” on your registration form.

YOUTH DEVELOPMENT SPONSORS

Like the Y, Calgon Carbon, FedEx Ground and the Pittsburgh Penguins Foundation share commitment to providing healthy year-round programs for children of all ages through sports leagues, swim lessons, summer camp, after school enrichment and developmental programs.

Thank you to Calgon Carbon, FedEx Ground and the Pittsburgh Penguins Foundation for helping to ensure that the Y is open to all children. At the Y, no child is turned away because of an inability to pay.

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PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN CAMPS

Preschool & Kindergarten camps are for children who have not yet completed first grade by the first day of camp.

CAMP ROCKS (AGES 4-6)

This camp is for the future pop stars of the world.

Campers will sing using our karaoke machines along with learning a short dance routine. Campers will also play Just Dance on the Wii and put on a performance for all of our camps and parents to see. Campers will also swim, play outdoor games and participate in crafts, weekly themes and field trips.

Swim:

Monday & Wednesday

Drop-off: Pick-up:

Community Activity Center Deck Community Activity Center Deck

This exciting camp offers children an introduction to the arts daily with fun hands-on crafts and activities. Kids will enjoy a wide variety of outdoor games, themes, songs and activities.

Monday & Wednesday

Drop-off: Pick-up:

T-ball Field, War Memorial Park T-ball Field, War Memorial Park

EARLY CARE (AGES 3-15)

Early Care is from 7-8:45 a.m. and is located at the Pool Patio. Group games and activities will be led each morning for all campers wishing to participate. Drop-off is at the pool patio next to the YMCA, and camp staff will make sure each camper is dropped off at his or her appropriate camp each day.

Drop-off:

This camp will allow our campers to experience our ninja obstacle course. Jumping obstacle to obstacle, across the logs and over the bar...our campers will feel like a real ninja.

Swim:

Monday & Wednesday

Drop-off: Pick-up:

2nd Shelter, War Memorial Park 2nd Shelter, War Memorial Park

EXTENDED DAY (AGES 3-6)

CREATIVE KIDS (AGES 4-6)

Swim:

LITTLE NINJAS (AGES 3-5)

Pool Patio 7-8:45 a.m.

Extended-Day Camp is perfect for the children who enjoy more freedom during their playtime. Campers will enjoy supervised free time while still having the opportunity to play games and participate in structured activities. Campers in Extended Day Camp will swim every afternoon at 3:30 p.m. in the Large Pool. This package includes the usage of our late care (5-6:30 p.m.). An afternoon snack and drink will be provided.

Swim:

Monday-Friday 3:30-4:15 p.m.

Drop-off: Pick-up:

T-ball Field, War Memorial Park 2nd Shelter, War Memorial Park

SHORT SPORTS (AGES 4-6)

Campers will participate in all of the following sports each session: Short sports will teach soccer, gymnastics, hockey, basketball, and t-ball skills, drills and games for an hour each morning. A variety of sports are offered in a fun environment that teaches the basics of each individual sport on a beginner level.

Swim:

Monday & Wednesday

*After 8:45 a.m. parents should drop off campers at their camp location.

Drop-off: Pick-up:

2nd Shelter, War Memorial Park 2nd Shelter, War Memorial Park

KINDER KINETICS (AGE 6)

SPORTS CAMP (AGES 3-5)

Great for the active Kindergartener/1st grader, this camp offers the chance for children to play sports such as soccer, gymnastics, hockey, basketball and t-ball. Daily sports activities will be approximately an hour and half in length. The campers will participate in outdoor games, songs, themes, swimming, crafts and much more.

Sports Camp includes soccer (sessions A & D), basketball and t-ball (session B) and gymnastics (sessions C & E). This camp will teach the basics on a beginner level, one sport per session. Each day approximately 45 min. to one hour will be spent focusing on sports drills, skills and games during Sports Camp.

Swim:

Tuesday & Thursday

Swim:

Tuesday & Thursday

Drop-off: Pick-up:

T-ball Field, War Memorial Park T-ball Field, War Memorial Park

Drop-off: Pick-up:

2nd Shelter, War Memorial Park 2nd Shelter, War Memorial Park

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YOUTH CAMPS

Youth camps are for children who have already completed either1st or 4th grade by the first day of camp.

BRAIN WAVES (AGES 6-12)

This camp, which is separated by grades to ensure age-appropriate activities, is geared toward building social skills, self-esteem and teamwork.

Themes for each session include (A) Mad Science (B) Team Building (C) Wet and Wild, (D) Art Adrenaline (E) YMCA Musical/Play. Each session will incorporate activities such as games, songs, swimming, hikes and more.

Drop-off: Pick-up:

1st Shelter, War Memorial Park 1st Shelter, War Memorial Park

EARLY AND LATE CARE (AGES 3-15)

Early Care is from 7-8:45 a.m. and is located at the Pool Patio. Group games and activities will be led each morning for all campers wishing to participate. Drop-off is at the pool patio next to the YMCA, and camp staff will make sure each camper is dropped off at his or her appropriate camp each day.

Drop-off:

Pool Patio 7-8:45 a.m.

*After 8:45 a.m. parents should drop off campers at their camp location.

FUNK FACTORY F 2 (AGES 6-12)

Campers will learn high-energy, fun dance routines to kid-friendly/pop music and participate in dance parties every day. Campers will create dance routines that are filled with high-energy fun.

Funk Factory will host a dance show for parents at the end of every session. This camp will also create crafts, swim, and enjoy outdoor games and activities. Drop-off and pick-up are at the Walter J. Brannon Community Activity Center.

Drop-off: Pick-up:

GYMNASTICS (AGES 6-12)

Campers will be placed in groups according to skill level, not by age or grade. For two and a half hours each morning, participants will work on the following skills in the YMCA Large Gym: forward and backward rolls, cartwheels, round offs, back walkovers, front walkovers, front and back limbers, back handsprings, tip up to hand stands, tripods and more. Uneven parallel bars will be used several times throughout the session. At the end of each session campers will perform a show in which parents are able to watch.

Drop-off: Late Care is from 5-6:30 p.m. and is located at Pick-up: the Playground in War Memorial Park. Group games and activities, along with supervised free play at the playground, are scheduled for each day.

Pick-up:

Playground, War Memorial Park 5-6:30 p.m.

Community Activity Center Community Activity Center

Large Gym 2nd Shelter, War Memorial Park Grade 1-3

Grade 4-6

JUNIOR PENGUINS CAMP (AGES 6-9 & 9-12)

We are excited to be able to offer a sports camp for the hockey enthusiast. Each morning campers will spend two hours in the Large Gym learning

about teamwork, practicing skills, drills, and playGrade 1-3 Grade 4-6 ing games and tournaments. Hockey sticks, goals, (AGES 6-9 & 9-12) balls, and goalie equipment will be provided. Junior The Sewickley Valley YMCA is excited to provide this Penguins will host a game for parents to watch their camp opportunity which includes: mountain biking, children play at the end of every session. This camp tuff mudder nature trails and creek walks. is offered sessions B and D. Campers are welcome to bring their own bikes which the Y will lock up each night. Campers will Drop-off: Large Gym learn and practice archery skills and safety several Pick-up: 2nd Shelter, War Memorial Park times throughout the session. Campers will also have weekly themes, games, songs, crafts and swimming.

EXPLORATION CAMP

Drop-off: Pick-up:

Team Development Course Soccer Field 2nd Shelter, War Memorial Park

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YOUTH CAMPS

Youth camps are for children who have already completed either1st or 4th grade by the first day of camp.

ROBO CAMP (AGES 6-12)

TENNIS (AGES 6-12)

Drop-off: Pick-up:

Drop-off: Pick-up:

Robo camp focuses on building a mini robot for each camper to take home. Each session will build a different robot. Robo Camp also includes team building, group work and creativity that will help to build self-confidence in a fun techie way. Swimming, outdoor games and activities are also a part of this camp opportunity.

Community Activity Center Community Activity Center

This camp will use the S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) along with team building to produce the most outrageous floating rafts this side of the Mason Dixson Line.

The tools are cardboard and duck tape - the goal is at the end of the session will the campers raft sink or will they be swimming? Register today for your camper to ride their creation across the Large Pool at the Y. In addition to building a raft, campers will play outdoor games, participate in songs and thems, make crafts and go on field trips.

Community Activity Center Community Activity Center Grade 1-3

Grade 4-6

SPORTS CAMP (AGES 6-9 & 9-12)

Campers will have approximately two and a half hours each morning to participate in basketball, flag football or soccer. Football and soccer are offered every session, and basketball will be offered sessions A, C and E. Youth Sports is designed to develop fundamental skills while teaching teamwork, strategy and sportsmanship.

Parents will have the opportunity to attend a scrimmage at the end of each session.

Football/Soccer Drop-off: Soccer Field Pick-up: T-ball Field, War Memorial Park Basketball Drop-off: Pick-up:

Tennis Courts 2nd Shelter, War Memorial Park

YOUTH ADVENTURE (AGES 6-12)

S.O.S. SINK OR SWIM (AGES 6-12)

Drop-off: Pick-up:

During the two, one-hour sessions per day, campers will be separated into skill levels and each group will learn tennis skills, participate in drills, and play in games. Tennis will host matches for parents to watch their children play at the end of every session. Campers must wear tennis shoes and bring racquets to camp each day.

Large Gym T-ball Field, War Memorial Park

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This camp focuses on weekly themes such as (A) Crazy Flying Machines (B) Wet and Wild (C) Give Me A Beat (D) Silly Science, and (E) Slime Time.

We will go on mini local field trips throughout each session (minimal cost depending on trip).

Campers will be separated by grades depending on camp size to ensure appropriate activities.

Drop-off: Pick-up:

1st Shelter War Memorial Park 1st Shelter War Memorial Park

TEEN CAMPS EARLY AND LATE CARE (AGES 3-15)

Early Care is from 7-8:45 a.m. and is located at the Pool Patio. Group games and activities will be led each morning for all campers wishing to participate. Drop-off is at the pool patio next to the YMCA, and camp staff will make sure each camper is dropped off at his or her appropriate camp each day.

Drop-off:

Pool Patio 7-8:45 a.m.

*After 8:45 a.m. parents should drop off campers at their camp location.

Grade 7-10

COUNSELOR IN TRAINING (AGES 13-16)

This program is for campers who are interested in becoming counselors. It teaches campers how to become responsible, organized and prepared leaders through various team-building and leadership activities. Campers will participate in leading, planning, and assisting all camps with games, songs, swimming, sports, crafts and more.

We will divide our CIT’s into two categories - Sr. CIT or Jr. CIT. By doing this, we will be able to provide an experience and opportunity that will specifically assist our CITs to grow and mature at their own pace.

Drop-off: Teen Center Pick-up: Assigned Camp location Late Care is from 5-6:30 p.m. and is located at the Playground in War Memorial Park. Group games and activities, along with supervised free play at the Sr. CIT Participants that have been a CIT the playground, are scheduled for each day. previous summer and have shown the dedication and responsibility to be in this category. Sr. CITs will Pick-up: Playground, War Memorial Park have the opportunity to lead in a way that is similar to our camp staff. Creating games, songs, themes,

5-6:30 p.m. and special events will be heavily emphasized in the hope of preparing participants to apply for the Jr. Grade 6-9 Counselor position (age 16). Sr. CITs will not over(AGES 12-15) see or supervise Jr. CITs. Teens will go on four to six field trips during each session (cost is included in the registration fee).

Jr. CIT All new CIT participants regardless of age or Past trips include wave pool, museums, and mini grade level will enter the program as a Jr. CIT. golf. Campers will also participate in a variety of Activities will include; assisting with games, snack activities including sports, hikes, themes, and time, and special events. These participants can be games. moved to the Sr. CIT at the discretion of our Head Counselor or Camp Director due to age, experience, Drop-off: Steps of the YMCA and maturity.

Pick-up: Steps of the YMCA

TEEN ADVENTURE

Interviews are required for new CITs. Applicants must demonstrate maturity, commitment, an ability to work well with others, and leadership potential. Daily drop-off is at the Teen Center in the YMCA.

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ONE-WEEK CAMPS ONE-WEEK CAMP

Registration for a one-week session begins Friday, May 25. At that time, participants will be allowed to register for any session A-E for one-week instead of the typical two-week session. Availability for a one-week session is dependent upon space for each camp. If pre-registered for a full two-week session, participants cannot change to a one-week session. Please see the following pricing for one-week camps. The late registration policy applies to the one-week camp registrations.

Preschool Member Non-member Camp Rocks

$131 $149 Creative Kids

$131 $149 Gymnastics Camp $131 $149 Kinder Kinetics

$131 $149 Little Ninjas (1-5 p.m.) $131 $149 Soccer Camp

$131 $149 Short Sports (1-5 p.m.) $131 $149 T-ball/B-ball Camp $131 $149 Extended Day

$118

$130

Youth Member Non-member Basketball

$168 $197 Brain Waves

$168 $197 Exploration Camp $168 $197 Football/Soccer

$168 $197 Gymnastics

$168 $197 Funk Factory

$168 $197 Jr. Penguins

$168 $197 Robo Camp

$180 $209 S.O.S.

$168 $197 Youth Adventure

$168 $197

Teen Member Non-member Counselor in Training $170 $199 Teen Adventure

$188 $229 Extended Care Early Care

Early/Late Care

Member $55 $70

Non-member $67 $83

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PARENT HANDBOOK The Sewickley Valley YMCA welcomes you and your child. We are honored to be your partner and stand committed to creating opportunities for your child to learn, grow, and thrive.

CAMP AGE CHART

PAYMENT POLICY

We would like to remind all families that campers participating in Youth Camp must have completed first grade by the first day of camp. Additionally, some Youth Camps require that your child complete fourth grade by the first day of camp. If you have any questions regarding our age polices please contact Marc Smith, Senior Director for Youth, Teen and Family at 412-741-9622 ext. 103 or by email at msmith@sewickleyymca.org Grade 1

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The following dates pertain to any participant that has a remaining balance owed after the first session has been paid in full.

Session Session Session Session Session

Refunds will not be given. No adjustments will be made for missed or partially attended weeks. When you enroll, you are reserving the time, space, staffing, and provisions for your child, whether or not he or she attends.

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

Financial assistance is available to those who qualify. A sliding-fee scale is used to determine appropriate levels of assistance based off of low-income guidelines. To apply for financial assistance: • Pick up a financial assistance application at the Sewickley Valley YMCA or download the application online at www.sewickleyymca.org.

• Complete the application and return it to the membership desk at the Y. Attach a copy of your most recent tax return or copies of your most recent paycheck stubs.

• Please allow 5-10 business days for your financial assistance application to be processed.

• Please contact Barb Herman, Membership Manager, at 412-741-9622 ext. 131 for more information.

An enrollment form is required for each child who will be participating in the summer day camp at the time of registration. All registrations must occur eight days before the start of the session(s) your child wants to attend. The full fee is required for the first session of camp enrolled.

Multiple session registrations require the full fee for the first session and a $50 non-refundable deposit for each subsequent session(s). Multiple Early Late Care session registrations require the full fee for the first session and a $35 non-refundable deposit for each subsequent session(s).

LATE ENROLLMENT POLICY

A $25 late enrollment fee will be charged for all registrations occurring after the dates below for each session. The following dates will be the last opportunity that a participant can register for Camp without a late registration fee: A: B: C: D: E:

Paid in full at the time of registration.

Monday, June 18

Monday, July 2 Monday, July 16 Monday, July 30

REFUNDS

Age 6/7 7/8 8/9 9/10 10/11 11/12

CAMP ENROLLMENT

Session Session Session Session Session

A: B: C: D: E:

CAMP TRANSFER

Any transfer(s) must be made by Marc Smith only.

If you transfer the camper to another camp prior to the seven days before the start of the next session and there is space available to the camp you wish to switch to, the full amount including the $50 deposit will be transferred. A switch or transfer of a camper will not occur inside of the seven-day deadline. Please do not cancel or switch camps with our Camp Counselor Staff.

Monday, June 4 Monday, June 18 Monday, July 2 Monday, July 16 Monday, July 30

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CANCELLATION POLICY

POLICY ASSOCIATED WITH LATE PICK-UP

All cancellations must be made in writing or telephoned to Marc Smith at 412-741-9622 ext. 103. Cancellations of a camp registration by the parent/guardian must occur by the following dates:

Session A: Monday, June 4 Session B: Monday, June 18 Session C: Monday, July 2 Session D: Monday, July 16 Session E: Monday, July 30

If a parent/guardian are going to be late for pick-up, please call 412-741-9622 ext 103 to inform the camp director. If repeated late pick-ups occur - the camper may be removed from the camp program. Please respect the pick-up times for staff/safety concerns.

EARLY PICK-UP

Camps will always be at their designated pick-up locations at 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. If you need to pick-up your child earlier, please come directly to our front desk at the YMCA so they can locate the appropriate camp. Since the camps have freedom to roam throughout our camp area during the day, please allow time to locate your child.

If cancellation of a camp occurs by the dates above, all non-refundable deposits will be forfeited. This means a $50 deposit for a full or half day camp and/or a $35 deposit for early/late care cancellation must occur before closing time of camp (6:30 p.m.) to Marc Smith. After these dates, payment must be paid-in-full regardless of the attendance of the participant. If a cancellation of a camp occurs, the $50 deposit for a camp and the $35 deposit for early/late care cannot be transferred to the balance of another camp.

INCLEMENT WEATHER

During rain please refer to our YMCA App for updates and whether the camps are inside or out.

Look for the rainy day signs that will be posted at the entrance of the parking lots as well as in War Memorial Park.

AQUATIC SAFETY IS A TOP PRIORITY At the Y we care about our campers’ safety at the pools. Adhering to all policies and procedures concerning pool safety is vital to ensure that our campers enjoy their time in the pool safely.

All Camp participants must have a swim test before they enter the pool. We will divide our campers into three categories to run efficient swimming lessons. Children swimming in the large pool will wear colored “Safety Necklaces” that will designate the level/ability the camper has in the swimming pool. Camp staff and Lifeguards will always be with the campers during the swim time. Children will be separated into three categories based on skill level: BEGINNER (RED) Children who have little or no swimming background. Possibly have a fear of the water. Lessons would be held in the shallow (3 ft.) end of the pool. A “Swim Trainer” water back float will be provided for all non-swimmers for children 6 years old and under.

INTERMEDIATE (YELLOW) Children who can doggie paddle or float and have no fear of the water. Lessons will be held in the middle (4 ft. to 5 ft.) of the pool.

ADVANCED (GREEN) Children who have taken swimming lessons before and demonstrate the ability to use freestyle or front crawl for ½ the length of the pool without stopping. Lessons will be held in the deep (5 ft. to 12 ft.) end of the pool.

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SESSION THEMES Session Session Session Session Session

A B C D E

PARENT LUNCHEONS

American Idol Star Spangled Celebration Super Heroes

Wacky Water Bust A Move

The Preschool and Youth Camps will have Parent Luncheons through the summer. This is an opportunity for you, the parent, to come and join us for a part of our summer camp. The luncheons will take place in Sessions B and D for both age groups.

Please look for exact dates and times in our Camp Newsletter. For more information, contact Marc Smith at 412-741-9622 ext. 103.

WHAT TO BRING TO CAMP • • • • • • • •

Water bottle Backpack or shoulder bag Lunch (brown bag or cooler-style) Swimsuit and towel Sunscreen Lock (for safety of valuables) Athletic shoes (no open-toe shoes permitted) For the safety of your child: All participants will receive a camp t-shirt which should be worn the day of field trips.

FIELD TRIPS

Field trips will be scheduled throughout each session. We will use school busses for transportation. Parents are welcome to participate as volunteer chaperones. Cost for these trips is included in the Camp Registration Fee. Half day youth campers share the option of attending all day field trips. Preschool, Youth and Teen Field Trips will be on the following dates:

PRESCHOOL

PERSONAL BELONGINGS

Session Session Session Session Session

We are asking parents to not allow their children to bring cell phones, toys, DS, MP3 players, IPod’s, games, cards, and books. These items are not to be brought to the program unless they are to be donated. If these items are brought, the staff will not be responsible for the loss or damage of these belongings. Children will not be permitted to play with any personal items that are not the property of the program.

A B C D E

Thursday, Thursday, Thursday, Thursday, Thursday,

YOUTH & TEEN

DRESS

Please dress children in play clothes. We will be outside as much as possible so dress for the weather. Suggested dress for cold and rainy day should include a sweatshirt or jacket and a raincoat.

Remember, any child who is not well enough to go out, should not be in camp that day. Campers must wear athletic shoes every day; jellies or sandals are not permitted, however, closed toe sport sandals are appropriate. All Camp participants need to be potty-trained. No pull-ups, diapers, or training pants will be permitted.

PHOTO ID

A photo I.D. must be shown by anyone who will be picking up children from the YMCA. Anyone who does not have a photo I.D. will not be allowed to pick up a child. Thank you for your cooperation in helping to keep our children safe.

Session Session Session Session Session

A B C D E

Friday, Friday, Friday, Friday, Friday,

June 21 July 5 July 19 August 2 August 16

June 22 July 6 July 20 August 3 August 17

DROP-OFF TIME & AUTHORIZATION FOR PICK-UP

You may drop off your camper no earlier than 8:55 a.m. There must be a counselor present when your child is dropped off. Everyone who picks up a child from the summer day camp must be on the authorization list that is provided by the parent(s)/ guardian. Anyone who is not on the authorization list will not be permitted to pick up a child.

Parents, please remember to add yourself to the authorization list.

If you are picking up your child before the 5 p.m. checkout – please go to our Front Desk at the YMCA to have a staff person locate your child / camp.

Please allow time for our staff to locate your child due to the large volume of children and locations.

Thank you for your cooperation.

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INJURIES

PROCEDURE FOR REPORTING SUSPECTED CHILD ABUSE

If a child is mildly injured during the daily activities, the camp staff will administer first aid. If the injury requires outside medical attention, the child will be taken to the Emergency Room at the hospital by ambulance and accompanied by the Camp Director or Head Counselor. The parent will be called and should meet the child at the Emergency Room. An incident report will be filled out for all injuries for the YMCA records.

Our YMCA has a zero-tolerance policy for abuse. As a YMCA day camp program, we are mandated by PA state law to report all incidents of suspected child abuse or imminent risk to authorities via the child hotline. The state law requires reporting of suspected adult-to-child abuse and peer-to-peer abuse. All staff and volunteers in the day camp program will be trained on child abuse prevention and reporting procedures required by state law. For more information on this law, visit: keepkidssafe.pa.gov

MEDICAL CONSIDERATIONS

Please be sure to inform the Camp Counselor of any food allergies that your child may have. If any medical consideration(s) should arise with your child during the course of the summer, please notify the counselors immediately. Medication should be sent in the original prescription bottle with only the dosage allotted for that day. Any variations of this will not be accepted.

TSS / CAMP AID INFORMATION

RELEASE OF A CHILD TO IMPAIRED PERSON POLICY

All campers that require a TSS or Aid to accompany them throughout a school day, must have the TSS or Aid in the Day Camp Program. All parties must touch base with Rachel Pontis 412-741-9622 ext.

122 two weeks prior to the beginning date of camp with completed forms (Act 33 & 34 clearances along with his or her company’s liability insurance). Please remember that the same TSS or aid must accompany the child for the entire two-week session. (The YMCA does not allow multiple TSS or aids per child). All Camp participants need to be potty-trained. No pull-ups, diapers, or training pants will be permitted. If payment is being made by an outside agency or school district, there will always be space, but certain camps cannot be guaranteed.

BEHAVIOR MANAGEMENT

Basic rules include having respect for each other, the property of others, the YMCA facility, the child’s safety and the security of the group. Children have input in deciding the rules for their group and in the establishment of acceptable group standards.

Behavior management is accomplished through a positive approach which will respect the child as an individual. Discipline procedures are handled individually, usually with a mild consequence that is associated with the particular infraction. “Time Out” is used on a limited basis. No child shall be subjected to punishment that subjects a child to verbal abuse, ridicule, humiliation, denial of food, rest, or bathroom facilities. There is no punishment for soiling, wetting, or not using the toilet, and no punishment related to eating or not eating food.

An impaired condition specifically relates to alcohol, mind-altering chemicals or other medical conditions that render a person unable to operate a motor vehicle and thereby endanger the safety of a child who would be transported by the impaired person.

If, in the judgment of the responsible personnel at the Day Camp, a parent or designated person appears to be unable to safely transport a child, the Day Camp personnel will ask the parent or designated person to arrange such transportation.

If the person is unwilling to provide such alternate transportation, the matter will be referred to the police before the child is released for transportation.

Hopefully the necessity to implement this policy will not arise, but should it, the parent/ designated person must be apprised of the policy.

TERMINATION AND SUSPENSION

The Sewickley Valley YMCA reserves the right to suspend and/or terminate day camp services with a one-day advance notice to families. When the health, welfare and safety of other children are at stake the YMCA reserves the right to terminate the day camp services immediately. Possible reasons for suspension and/or termination of a child from day camp include: inappropriate behavior considered to be harmful to your child, staff or others, chronic tardiness at pick-up time, overdue fees, parent/guardian behavior, as determined and discussed with the Day Camp Director.

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2018 PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN ALL CAMP FEES ARE FOR TWO-WEEK SESSIONS.

PRESCHOOL/KINDERGARTEN CAMPS ARE FOR CHILDREN WHO HAVE NOT COMPLETED 1ST GRADE

Step 1:

Check session(s) in which your child will participate.

Step 2:

Check Early Care if needed.

Session A

No Camp July 4

Early Care 7-9 a.m.

Soccer Camp Ages 3-5

Step 3:

Check the desired camp. All camps run from 9 - 1 p.m.

Step 4:

Check Extended Day or check the afternoon 1-5 p.m. camp if needed.

Session B

June 11 - June 22 June 25 - July 6

Early Care 7-9 a.m.

T-Ball/B-Ball Camp Ages 3-5 s 3-5

Session C

July 9 - July 20

Early Care 7-9 a.m.

Gymnastics Camp

Session D

Session E

July 23 - Aug. 3

Aug 6 - Aug 17

Early Care

Early Care

7-9 a.m.

Soccer Camp

Ages 3-5

Ages 3-5

7-9 a.m.

Gymnastics Camp Ages 3-5

Little Ninjas

Little Ninjas

Little Ninjas

Little Ninjas

Little Ninjas

Ages 3-5

Ages 3-5

Ages 3-5

Ages 3-5

Ages 3-5

Creative Kids

Creative Kids

Ages 4-6

Ages 4-6

Creative Kids

Creative Kids

Creative Kids

Ages 4-6

Ages 4-6

Ages 4-6

Short Sports

Short Sports

Ages 4-6

Ages 4-6

Short Sports

Short Sports

Short Sports

Ages 4-6

Ages 4-6

Ages 4-6

Camp Rocks

Camp Rocks

Ages 4-6

Ages 4-6

Camp Rocks

Camp Rocks

Camp Rocks

Ages 4-6

Ages 4-6

Ages 4-6

Kinder Kinetics

Kinder Kinetics

Ages 6

Ages 6

Kinder Kinetics

Kinder Kinetics

Kinder Kinetics

Ages 6

Ages 6

Ages 6

Extended Day 1-6:30 p.m.

Extended Day 1-6:30 p.m.

Extended Day 1-6:30 p.m.

Extended Day 1-6:30 p.m.

Extended Day 1-6:30 p.m.

Little Ninjas 1-5 p.m.

Short Sports 1-5 p.m.

Little Ninjas 1-5 p.m.

Short Sports 1-5 p.m.

Little Ninjas 1-5 p.m.

Ages 3-5

Ages 4-6

Ages 3-5

Ages 4-6

Ages 3-5

Yes, I would like to donate $5 to support sending kids to camp.

Check enclosed

Step 5:

Complete to finalize registration.

Charge Credit Card: Visa Master Card Discover Expiration Date___/___ CSV_______ Name on card __________________________________________________________________ Account # _____________________________________________________________________ Draft my bank account ___________________________________________________________ Draft name of primary member_____________________________________________________ Yes, draft my bank account for all camp payments

Early Care (Ages 3-15) Member $73

Non-member $89

Preschool/Kindergarten Camp Member $175

Non-member $198

TEAR OUT FORM TO REGISTER

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Preschool/Kindergarten Extended Day Member $157 Non-member $173

2018 PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION FORM Child’s Name ________________________________________________ Birthdate ________________ Address _________________________________________ City____________________ Zip__________ Home/Cell Phone ______________________________________ Work___________________________ Parents / Guardians ____________________________________________________________________ E-mail _______________________________________

Male _____ Female _____ Age & Grade of Child __________________ Emergency contact authorized person(s) that may pick up your child: A PHOTO ID MUST BE SHOWN WHEN PICKING UP ANY CHILD FROM CAMP.

Name ______________________________________ Phone _____________________ Name ______________________________________ Phone _____________________ Name ______________________________________ Phone _____________________ Name ______________________________________ Phone _____________________ Name ______________________________________ Phone _____________________ Name ______________________________________ Phone _____________________ Special Instructions/Allergies ___________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________

CONSENT

I understand that the Sewickley Valley YMCA assumes no responsibility for injuries or illness which I/my child may sustain as a result of my physical condition or resulting from my/my child’s participation in any fitness or athletic activities, sports programs, the use of any equipment, or other activities. I expressly acknowledge on behalf of myself and my heirs that I assume the risk for all injuries and illness which may result from my participation in these activities. In consideration of being permitted to enter the Sewickley Valley YMCA, I hereby release and discharge the Sewickley Valley YMCA and its agents, assigns, and/ or employees from any and all claims for injury, illness, death, loss or damage which I/my child may suffer as a result of my/my child’s participation in these activities. I understand that the Sewickley Valley YMCA is not responsible for personal property lost or stolen while members, guests and/or program members are using the YMCA facilities or on the YMCA property. I understand that photographs of all participants in YMCA programs can be used in promotional literature unless specifically stated in writing not to be used. My signature below identifies my understanding of the terms of this consent.

PARENT’S AUTHORIZATION

This health history is correct so far as I know, and the person herein described has permission to engage in all prescribed activities, except as noted by me and the examining physician. In the event I cannot be reached in an emergency, I hereby give permission to the physician elected by the Camp Director to hospitalize and secure proper treatment for my child as named above.

I have received and read the “Parent Handbook” Section in the Summer Day Camp Brochure. I hereby agree to follow the rules and policies set forth in the “Parent Handbook”. ________________________________________________________ _____________________________________ Signature of Parent/Guardian for Consent and Parent Handbook

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2018 YOUTH AND TEEN

ALL CAMP FEES ARE FOR TWO-WEEK SESSIONS.

YOUTH CAMPS ARE FOR CHILDREN WHO HAVE ALREADY COMPLETED EITHER 1ST OR 4TH GRADE BY THE FIRST DAY OF CAMP.

Step 1:

Check session(s) in which your child will participate.

Step 2:

Session A

June 11 - June 22

Session B

June 25 - July 6

Session C

Session D

July 9 - July 20

July 23 - Aug. 3

Session E

Aug. 6 - Aug. 17

No Camp July 4

Early Care

Early Care

Early Care

Early Care

Early Care

Check Early Care if needed.

7-9 a.m.

7-9 a.m.

7-9 a.m.

7-9 a.m.

7-9 a.m.

Step 3:

Half Day: 9-1 p.m.

Half Day: 9-1 p.m.

Half Day: 9-1 p.m.

Half Day: 9-1 p.m.

Half Day: 9-1 p.m.

Full Day: 9-5 p.m.

Full Day: 9-5 p.m.

Full Day: 9-5 p.m.

Full Day: 9-5 p.m.

Full Day: 9-5 p.m.

Check half day or full day.

Basketball (Ages 9-12)

Brain Waves (Ages 6-12)

Basketball (Ages 6-9)

Brain Waves (Ages 6-12)

Basketball (Ages 6-9)

Brain Waves (Ages 6-12)

C.I.T. (Ages 13-16)

Brain Waves (Ages 6-12)

C.I.T. (Ages 13-16)

Brain Waves (Ages 6-12)

Check the desired youth or teen camp. All youth camps are from 9-5 p.m. unless the half day option is chosen in Step 3.

C.I.T. (Ages 13-16)

Exploration Camp (Ages 6 -9)

C.I.T. (Ages 13-16)

Exploration Camp (Ages 6 -9)

C.I.T. (Ages 13-16)

Exploration Camp (Ages 9-12)

Football & Soccer (Ages 9-12)

Exploration Camp (Ages 9-12)

Football & Soccer (Ages 9-12)

Exploration Camp (Ages 9-12)

Football & Soccer (Ages 6-9)

Gymnastics (Ages 6-12)

Football & Soccer (Ages 6-9)

Gymnastics (Ages 6-12)

Football & Soccer (Ages 9-12)

Gymnastics (Ages 6-12)

Junior Penguins (Ages 6-9)

Gymnastics (Ages 6-12)

Junior Penguins (Ages 9-12)

Gymnastics (Ages 6-12)

Funk Factory (Ages 6-12)

Funk Factory (Ages 6-12)

Funk Factory (Ages 6-12)

Funk Factory (Ages 6-12)

Funk Factory (Ages 6-12)

Robo Camp (Ages 6-12)

Robo Camp (Ages 6-12)

Robo Camp (Ages 6-12)

Robo Camp (Ages 6-12)

Robo Camp (Ages 6-12)

S.O.S. (Ages 6-12)

S.O.S. (Ages 6-12)

S.O.S. (Ages 6-12)

S.O.S. (Ages 6-12)

S.O.S. (Ages 6-12)

All teen camps are 9-5 p.m.

Teen Adventure (Ages 12-15)

Teen Adventure (Ages 12-15)

Teen Adventure (Ages 12-15)

Teen Adventure (Ages 12-15)

Teen Adventure (Ages 12-15)

Tennis (Ages 6-12)

Tennis (Ages 6-12)

Tennis (Ages 6-12)

Tennis (Ages 6-12)

Tennis (Ages 6-12)

Youth Adventure (Ages 6-12)

Youth Adventure (Ages 6-12)

Youth Adventure (Ages 6-12)

Youth Adventure (Ages 6-12)

Youth Adventure (Ages 6-12)

Step 4:

Step 5:

Early 7-8:45 a.m.

Check Early & Late Late 5-6:30 p.m.

Care if needed.

Early 7-8:45 a.m.

Late 5-6:30 p.m.

Early 7-8:45 a.m.

Late 5-6:30 p.m.

Early 7-8:45 a.m.

Late 5-6:30 p.m.

Early 7-8:45 a.m.

Late 5-6:30 p.m.

Yes, I would like to donate $5 to support sending kids to camp.

Check enclosed

Step 6:

Charge Credit Card: Visa Master Card Discover Expiration Date___/___ CSV_______

Complete to finalize registration.

Name on card __________________________________________________________________ Account # _____________________________________________________________________ Draft my bank account ___________________________________________________________ Draft name of primary member_____________________________________________________ Yes, draft my bank account for all camp payments

Early Care (Ages 3-15) Member $73

Non-member $89

Youth Half Day Member $175 Non-member $198

Youth Full Day Member $225 Non-member $263

Early/Late Care (Ages 3-15) Member $93

Non-member $110

Counselor In Training Member $227

Non-member $265

Teen Adventure Member $250 Non-member $305

Robo Camp Member Non-Member

Robo Camp $240 Member $278 Non-Member

TEAR OUT FORM TO REGISTER 13

$190 $215

2018 YOUTH & TEEN REGISTRATION FORM Child’s Name ________________________________________________ Birthdate ________________ Address _________________________________________ City____________________ Zip__________ Home/Cell Phone ______________________________________ Work___________________________ Parents / Guardians ____________________________________________________________________ E-mail _______________________________________

Male _____ Female _____ Age & Grade of Child __________________ Emergency contact authorized person(s) that may pick up your child: A PHOTO ID MUST BE SHOWN WHEN PICKING UP ANY CHILD FROM CAMP.

Name ______________________________________ Phone _____________________ Name ______________________________________ Phone _____________________ Name ______________________________________ Phone _____________________ Name ______________________________________ Phone _____________________ Name ______________________________________ Phone _____________________ Name ______________________________________ Phone _____________________ Special Instructions/Allergies ___________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________

CONSENT

I understand that the Sewickley Valley YMCA assumes no responsibility for injuries or illness which I/my child may sustain as a result of my physical condition or resulting from my/my child’s participation in any fitness or athletic activities, sports programs, the use of any equipment, or other activities. I expressly acknowledge on behalf of myself and my heirs that I assume the risk for all injuries and illness which may result from my participation in these activities. In consideration of being permitted to enter the Sewickley Valley YMCA, I hereby release and discharge the Sewickley Valley YMCA and its agents, assigns, and/ or employees from any and all claims for injury, illness, death, loss or damage which I/my child may suffer as a result of my/my child’s participation in these activities. I understand that the Sewickley Valley YMCA is not responsible for personal property lost or stolen while members, guests and/or program members are using the YMCA facilities or on the YMCA property. I understand that photographs of all participants in YMCA programs can be used in promotional literature unless specifically stated in writing not to be used. My signature below identifies my understanding of the terms of this consent.

PARENT’S AUTHORIZATION

This health history is correct so far as I know, and the person herein described has permission to engage in all prescribed activities, except as noted by me and the examining physician. In the event I cannot be reached in an emergency, I hereby give permission to the physician elected by the Camp Director to hospitalize and secure proper treatment for my child as named above.

I have received and read the “Parent Handbook” Section in the Summer Day Camp Brochure. I hereby agree to follow the rules and policies set forth in the “Parent Handbook”.

________________________________________________________ _____________________________________ Signature of Parent/Guardian for Consent and Parent Handbook

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A TYPICAL CAMP DAY...

Exact schedules may vary. Summer Camp activity rotations may include: outdoor education, arts and crafts, swimming, S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math), team building, physical activity, and group games. For more information contact Marc Smith at 412-741-9622 ext. 103 or msmith@sewickleyymca.org.

EARLY CARE

Held at the Pool Patio next to the YMCA

OPENING CEREMONY

Games and songs to energize campers

7 - 8:45 a.m.

9 - 9:30 a.m.

ACTIVITY ROTATIONS

9:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Includes swimming, sports, songs, crafts, games and themes

LUNCH

12 - 12:30 p.m.

ACTIVITY ROTATIONS

During this time, all youth camps will be 12:30 - 4:15 p.m. divided in to age groups and will participate in swimming, songs, crafts,

hikes, games and themes. Youth afternoon swim times;

1-2 p.m. (6 & 7 yr. olds)

2-3 p.m. (8 & 9 yr. olds) 3-4 p.m. (10,11,12 yr. olds)

CLOSING ACTIVITIES

Held at pick-up locations

4:15 - 5 p.m.

LATE CARE Held at the War Memorial Park 5 - 6:30 p.m. playground

WHAT TO BRING TO CAMP Please make sure your child’s name is on all belongings.

SUNSCREEN REFILLABLE WATER BOTTLE LUNCH

SWIMSUIT, TOWEL, AND PLASTIC BAG FOR WET CLOTHES HAT OR VISOR (OPTIONAL)

BACKPACK

Please leave all valuables, electronics, cell phones and toys at home. The YMCA is not responsible for lost or broken items.

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CAMP DROP-OFF & PICK-UP PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN CAMPS Camp Rocks Creative Kids Kinder Kinetics Little Ninjas Preschool Extended Day Short Sports Sports Camps (soccer, gymnastics, basketball, t-ball)

DROP-OFF

PICK-UP

Walter J. Brannon CAC (deck) T-ball Field War Memorial Park T-ball Field War Memorial Park 2nd Shelter War Memorial Park 2nd Shelter War Memorial Park 2nd Shelter War Memorial Park 2nd Shelter War Memorial Park

Walter J. Brannon CAC (deck) T-ball Field War Memorial Park T-ball Field War Memorial Park 2nd Shelter War Memorial Park 2nd Shelter War Memorial Park 2nd Shelter War Memorial Park 2nd Shelter War Memorial Park

YOUTH CAMPS

Youth Camps Basketball Brain Waves Exploration Camp Football/Soccer Gymnastics Funk Factory Jr. Penguins Robo Camp S.O.S. Tennis, half day Tennis Youth Adventure

DROP-OFF

PICK-UP

Large Gym (YMCA) 1st Shelter War Memorial Park Team Dev. Course (soccer field) Soccer Field Large Gym (YMCA) Walter J. Brannon CAC (inside) Large Gym (YMCA) Walter J. Brannon CAC (front court right) Walter J. Brannon CAC (front court left) Tennis Courts (upper lot) Tennis Courts (upper lot) 1st Shelter War Memorial Park

T-ball Field War Memorial Park 1st Shelter War Memorial Park 2nd Shelter War Memorial Park T-ball Field War Memorial Park 2nd Shelter War Memorial Park Walter J. Brannon CAC (deck) T-ball Field War Memorial Park Walter J. Brannon CAC (front court right) Walter J. Brannon CAC (front court left) Tennis Courts (upper lot) 2nd Shelter War Memorial Park 1st Shelter War Memorial Park

All half-day youth camps (9-1 p.m.), with the exception of tennis, have pick-up at the 1st shelter in War Memorial Park.

TEEN CAMPS/EARLY & LATE CARE Counselor In Training Teen Adventure Camp Early Care Late Care

DROP-OFF

PICK-UP

Teen Center (YMCA) YMCA Front Steps Pool Patio 7 a.m.-8:45 a.m.

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Assigned Camps YMCA Front Steps ----------Playground War Memorial Park

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5:15-6:30 p.m.

MAP OF CAMP LOCATIONS

All camps that have the drop-off location for Soccer, Tennis, Gymnastics, Junior Penguins, Basketball, Teen Camp and C.I.T. should use the lower parking lot entrance.

1st Shelter (Far shelter) Playground 2nd Shelter

(On hill)

T-ball Field Walter J. Brannon CAC

All camps that have the drop-off location for the Walter J. Brannon CAC should use the YMCA’s upper parking lot entrance.

All camps that have the drop-off location for the t-ball field, 1st shelter, or 2nd shelter should use the War Memorial Park entrance.

Upper Parking Lot

3

Tennis Courts Soccer Field

War Memorial Park

Pool Patio

2 YMCA

1

Upper Parking Lot Lower Parking Lot

*A photo I.D. must be shown by anyone who will be picking up children from the YMCA. Anyone who does not have a photo I.D. will not be allowed to pick up a child.

STAY CONNECTED GET CAMP SCHEDULES, PICK-UP & DROP-OFF INFORMATION ON THE GO!

Or visit us online at www.sewickleyymca.org/schedules

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Nonprofit Organization U.S. Postage

PAID

Sewickley Valley YMCA 625 Blackburn Road Sewickley, Pennsylvania 15143 www.sewickleyymca.org 412-741-9622

Sewickley, Pennsylvania 15143 Permit No. 14