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SRSRC 2021 Summer Camp Program
★ 1-Hour Enrichment Program Add-Ons ★ Creative Art Projects ★ Field Trips Off-Site ★ Friendly, Knowledgeable Staff ★ Full Day Options & Half Day Options ★ Fun and Engaging Activities ★ Group Games ★ Mini Camp Option ★ Science Experiments
★ Social Free Play ★ SRSRC Fun Camp Favorites ★ Swim Lessons ★ Tennis Lessons ★ Themed Weeks
REGISTER ONLINE TODAY AT www.SRSRC.com! AVIARY CAMPS | 9875 Aviary Drive - San Diego, CA 92131 | 858-271-622
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Table of Contents Welcome Mini Camp Full Day Camp at Aviary Week-Long Full Day Camp at Aviary Week-Long Half Day Camp at Aviary Session Themes & Descriptions Get Soaked Lions, Tigers & Bears, Oh My! Science Lab Super Soccer Crazy Camp Olympics Wild Nature Splish Splash Sports Fever Creative Art S.T.E.A.M. Camp Optional Add-On Descriptions Swim Lessons Weekly Add-On Enrichment Program Weekly Add-Ons Friday Field Trip Add-On Summer Camp Parent Handbook Camp Registration Information COVID-19 Camper Readiness Registration Process Cancellation Policy Transfer Policy Drop Off, Pick Up, & Transportation Preparing for Camp Camp Food & Snacks Camper Supervision Camper Behavior Camper Health & Safety Program Content Pool Safety
Welcome to our SRSRC 2021 Summer Camps Program!
We are excited and honored for your family to join us for summer fun at the Scripps Ranch Swim & Racquet Club. Campers will have the opportunity to explore with structured activities through: music, STEAM project-based projects, art, physical activity, social free play and more! All campers entering kindergarten through 8th grade in the fall of 2021 are eligible to register. Campers must be turning 5 by the start date of the session for which they are enrolled and must be potty trained. Camps are open to members and non-members of the Scripps Ranch Swim and Racquet Club. Please see the registration section of the Parent Handbook for more information. Our camps are accredited through the American Camp Association and meet or exceed the standards set forth by this accrediting organization. We are proud of our programs and hope to offer your child(ren) a fantastic summer full of fun and engaging programming. Please take a few minutes to review our 2021 Summer Camp Parent Handbook, which will answer many of your questions about our summer camp programs. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us!
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2021 Aviary Summer Camp Session Dates
Mini Camp: June 16-18 Session 1: June 21-25 Session 2: June 28-July 2 Session 3: July 5-9 Session 4: July 12-16 Session 5: July 19-23 Session 6: July 26-30 Session 7: August 2-6 Session 8: August 9-13 Session 9: August 16-20 Session 10: August 23-27
Statement of Risk Related to COVID-19
An inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 exists in any public place where people are present. COVID-19 is an extremely contagious disease that can lead to severe illness and death. By visiting SRSRC, you voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19 for you and your camper. Each individual must weigh and evaluate their comfort level with the risks associated with being around others, while taking into consideration important additional risk factors, including but not limited to, current or chronic health concerns or a weakened immune system. Our Summer Camps Program is modified to reflect the guidelines and regulations proposed by the state of California, CDC, CDPH and the San Diego County Office of Education in regards to COVID-19 best practices
Mini Camp Full Day Camp at Aviary
June 16th-18th | Wednesday-Friday | Grades K-8 Mini Camp Partial Week Full Day Cost: $180 Member/$215 Non-Member
Mini camps are camps that occur during school holidays, school vacations, and during the summer days prior to Session 1 of Summer Camps. Our mini camp full day camp option will operate following a modified schedule from 7:30am-5:30pm with staggered drop-off and pick-up times Wednesday-Friday. Campers will have the option of attending camp with the options below (space permitting), which can be selected at the time of registration through the registration site: Drop-Off Time Options ★ 7:30am ★ 7:45am ★ 8:00am or later Pick-Up Time Options (campers must be picked up by the selected time) ★ 3:30pm ★ 4:30pm ★ 5:30pm or earlier Campers will participate in general camp activities gearing them up for the full fun summer weeks to come! Activities may include STEAM project-based activities and structured camp basics: creative art, group games
4 - SRSRC SUMMER CAMPS 2021 & social free play. Campers must be going into kindergarten through eighth grade in the fall of 2021, be potty trained, and turn at least 5 years old by the first day of the session for which they are enrolled. We do not accept children enrolling in transitional kindergarten.
Week-Long Full Day Camp at Aviary
Sessions 1-10 | Monday-Friday | Grades K-8 Weekly Full Day Cost: $305 Member/$355 Non-Member Optional Add-Ons Available Weekly!
Our week-long camps are designed so that you can register your camper for a full week, Monday-Friday! Each week will be themed. Our full day camp option will operate following a modified schedule from 7:30am-5:30pm with staggered drop-off and pick-up times. Campers will have the option of attending camp with the options below (space permitting), which can be selected at the time of registration through the registration site: Drop-Off Time Options ★ 7:30am ★ 7:45am ★ 8:00am or later Pick-Up Time Options (campers must be picked up by the selected time)
★ 3:30pm ★ 4:30pm ★ 5:30pm or earlier
Everyday will involve a different aspect of STEAM project-based activities that emphasize creative freedom and experimentation, all while having camp fun! Our Camp program will be powered by S.T.E.A.M (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Mathematics) with a wide range of exciting activities for campers of all ages! We will also include time for structured camp basics: group games, expressive art and social free play. Swimming may be available pending pandemic restrictions. Our camp will be a truly innovative experience by combining socialization, structured routines, education and creative opportunities that will allow all campers to explore their passions, build friendships, as well as discover new interests & first time experiences in a safe and comfortable environment. Campers must be going into kindergarten through eighth grade in the fall of 2021, be potty trained, and turn at least 5 years old by the first day of the session for which they are enrolled. We do not accept children enrolling in transitional kindergarten.
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Week-Long Half Day Camp at Aviary
Sessions 1-10 | Monday-Friday | Grades K-8 Half Day AM/PM Cost: $180 Member/$215 Non-Member Optional Add-Ons Available Weekly!
Our week-long camps are designed so that you can register your camper for a full week, Monday-Friday! Each week will be themed. Our AM half day camp options will operate following a modified schedule from 8:15am-12:30pm with 2 staggered drop-off and pick-up times. Campers will have the option of attending camp with the options below (space permitting), which can be selected at the time of registration through the registration site: ★ 8:15am - 12:15pm ★ 8:30am - 12:30pm Our PM half day camp options will operate following a modified schedule from 1:00pm-5:15pm with 2 staggered drop-off and pick-up times. Campers will have the option of attending camp with the options below (space permitting), which can be selected at the time of registration through the registration site: ★ 1:00pm - 5:00pm ★ 1:15pm - 5:15pm Everyday will involve a different aspect of STEAM project-based activities that emphasize creative freedom and experimentation, all while having camp
fun! Our Camp program will be powered by S.T.E.A.M (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Mathematics) with a wide range of exciting activities for campers of all ages! We will also include time for structured camp basics: group games, expressive art and social free play. Swimming may be available pending pandemic restrictions. Our camp will be a truly innovative experience by combining socialization, structured routines, education and creative opportunities that will allow all campers to explore their passions, build friendships, as well as discover new interests & first time experiences in a safe and comfortable environment. Campers must be going into kindergarten through eighth grade in the fall of 2021, be potty trained, and turn at least 5 years old by the first day of the session for which they are enrolled. We do not accept children enrolling in transitional kindergarten.
Session Themes & Descriptions
Get Soaked
Session 1 | June 21st-25th | Grades K-8 Full Day | AM Half Day | PM Half Day Half Day AM/PM Cost: $180 Member/$215 Non-Member Weekly Full Day Cost: $305 Member/$355 Non-Member
6 - SRSRC SUMMER CAMPS 2021 Optional Add-Ons: Swimming Lessons | Movin’ & Groovin’ | Building Field Trip Friday to Scripps EBS Park (Full Day Campers)
We’re playing some of your favorite sports and games, but with a fun and exciting twist! All games played involve getting soaked! Games may include water balloon toss, water relay races, squirting tag, and more! Campers should wear a swimsuit under their camp clothes in the morning. Shake the water off with our optional add-on Movin’ & Groovin’ vendor, Mr. Ben or with fun engineering activities with the Building add-on! This week's dry optional field trip will be to our local Scripps EBS Park.
Lions, Tigers & Bears, Oh My!
Session 2 | June 28th-July 2nd | Grades K-8 Full Day | AM Half Day | PM Half Day Half Day AM/PM Cost: $180 Member/$215 Non-Member Weekly Full Day Cost: $305 Member/$355 Non-Member
Optional Add-Ons: Swimming Lessons | Radical Reptiles | Fitness Field Trip Friday to Sea World (Full Day Campers)
Take a journey with us into the amazing animal kingdom! Throughout the week campers will be feeling the call of the wild with animal yoga, furry crafts, and all about animal care and fun facts. Learn about the similarities and differences between animals with our add-on enrichment, Radical Reptiles or join us
for our fitness add-on enrichment! This week's up close encounter add-on field trip will be to SeaWorld.
Science Lab
Session 3 | July 5th-9th | Grades K-8 Full Day | AM Half Day | PM Half Day
Half Day AM/PM Cost: $180 Member/$215 Non-Member Weekly Full Day Cost: $305 Member/$355 Non-Member
Optional Add-Ons: Swimming Lessons | Movin’ & Groovin’ | Painting Field Trip Friday to Mira Mesa Bowl (Full Day Campers) Join us in conducting experiments that give campers the opportunity to participate in real scientific exploration that will ignite their curiosity about the world. During the week campers will become mad scientists, focused on fun forensics, engaging in earth sciences and nature, as well as the universe above us in the stars. Grab your lab coats and get ready to be amazed in discovery. In between scientific discoveries, take a break with our add-on enrichment Mr. Ben from Movin’ & Groovin’ or our painting enrichment add-on! Bend the laws of physics with our field trip option this week to Mira Mesa Bowl.
Super Soccer
Session 4 | July 12th-16th | Grades K-8 Full Day | AM Half Day | PM Half Day
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Half Day AM/PM Cost: $180 Member/$215 Non-Member Weekly Full Day Cost: $305 Member/$355 Non-Member Optional Add-Ons: Swimming Lessons | Teena’s Art | Writing Field Trip Friday to Balboa Park (Full Day Campers)
GOOOAAALLL!! Campers will have fun learning basic soccer drills, rules to the game, and play different fun variations, such as: sprinkler soccer, soccer kickball fungo, shootouts or soccer with multiple soccer balls at once. A completed Concussion Information Sheet must be completed for participation. Enjoy the creative side between kicks with our add-on enrichment this week, Teena’s Art or with our writing enrichment add-on! This week's optional field trip will be to our spacious Balboa Park.
Crazy Camp Olympics Session 5 | July 19th-23rd | Grades K-8 Full Day | AM Half Day | PM Half Day
Half Day AM/PM Cost: $180 Member/$215 Non-Member Weekly Full Day Cost: $305 Member/$355 Non-Member
Optional Add-Ons: Swimming Lessons | Movin’ & Groovin’ | Storytelling
Sometimes a little friendly competition is just plain fun! Experience teamwork, cooperation, good sportsmanship, while your team competes against other teams in this camp for the title of Ultimate Crazy Camp Olympians! Earn points for your team each day during activities, which may include zany obstacle courses, wacky trivia, incredible inner tube races, silly scavenger hunts, and more! Allow for a movin’ mix with our add-on enrichment this week, Mr. Ben from Movin’ & Groovin’ or get creative with our Storytelling enrichment add-on! This week's olympic sport field trip will be to our cool down place at the San Diego Ice Arena.
Wild Nature
Session 6 | July 26th-30th | Grades K-8 Full Day | AM Half Day | PM Half Day
Half Day AM/PM Cost: $180 Member/$215 Non-Member Weekly Full Day Cost: $305 Member/$355 Non-Member
Optional Add-Ons: Swimming Lessons | Radical Reptiles | Building Field Trip Friday to San Diego Zoo (Full Day Campers) I’m going on a Safari and what do I bring…..I’ll bring SRSRC campers with me. We will be channeling our inner explorers as we enjoy what the outdoors has to offer. Fun-filled on-site nature walks, insect houses, planting projects & fresh adventures all around. Learn about the similarities and differences between animals
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Splish Splash
Session 7 | August 2nd-6th | Grades K-8 Full Day | AM Half Day | PM Half Day
Half Day AM/PM Cost: $180 Member/$215 Non-Member Weekly Full Day Cost: $305 Member/$355 Non-Member
Optional Add-Ons: Swimming Lessons | PlayItSafe Self-Defense | Writing Field Trip Friday to Waterfront Park (Full Day Campers) Get ready to be soaked! Caution: All games played during this week involve getting wet. Campers will participate in water camp activities, such as, water relays, mini man water hunt, sponge tag and much more. Please have your camper ready for the day by coming to camp in a bathing suit with a towel and water shoes. Come onto the dry land for a big Stranger Awareness & Defense skills presentation through PlayItSafe with our enrichment add-on this week or get creative with our Writing enrichment add-on. Keep the splashing going with our optional visit to the Waterfront Park.
Sports Fever
Session 8 | August 9th-13th | Grades K-8 Full Day | AM Half Day | PM Half Day
Half Day AM/PM Cost: $180 Member/$215 Non-Member Weekly Full Day Cost: $305 Member/$355 Non-Member Optional Add-Ons: Swimming Lessons | Movin’ & Groovin’ | Painting Field Trip Friday to LEGOLAND (Full Day Campers)
Join us for a week of fun loving sports! This week will be a good taste of sportsmanship in different sports such as street hockey, pickleball, basketball, baseball, soccer and more. A completed Concussion and SCA Information Sheet must be completed for participation. Build up your endurance with our add-on enrichment for the week, Movin’ and Groovin’ with Mr. Ben or get creative with our Painting enrichment add-on! The whole summer has built up to our optional BIG TRIP to LEGOLAND!
Creative Art
Session 9 | August 16th-20th | Grades K-8 Full Day | AM Half Day | PM Half Day Half Day AM/PM Cost: $180 Member/$215 Non-Member Weekly Full Day Cost: $305 Member/$355 Non-Member Optional Add-Ons: Swimming Lessons | Teena’s Art | Fitness
9 - SRSRC SUMMER CAMPS 2021 Field Trip Friday to Seaport Village (Full Day Campers) Art gives children a unique opportunity to exercise their creative abilities in a fun non-competitive atmosphere. Projects include painting, drawing and sculpting by using various objects bringing out their creativity. Each project can be modified to fit all skill levels- beginning to advanced. Keep the art flowing with our enrichment add-on this week, Teena’s Art or join us for our Fitness enrichment add-on! Be ready to get inspired with our add-on field trip to Seaport Village.
S.T.E.A.M.
Session 10 | August 23rd-27th | Grades K-8 Full Day | AM Half Day | PM Half Day
Half Day AM/PM Cost: $180 Member/$215 Non-Member Weekly Full Day Cost: $305 Member/$355 Non-Member
Optional Add-Ons: Swimming Lessons | Movin’ & Groovin’ | Storytelling Field Trip Friday to Scripps Trails (Full Day Campers)
Let’s give our brain a refresh with our S.T.E.A.M (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Mathematics) week. Throughout the week the campers will have the opportunity to explore and let their brains build up with critical thinking project-based activities, scientific discoveries and expressive art. We can’t have our brains have all the fun, come move and groove with
our enrichment add-on, Mr. Ben from Movin’ & Groovin’ or explore your creativity with our Storytelling enrichment add-on! We are ending the summer with one of our favorite trips to our very own Trails location for miniature golf and more!
Camp Optional Add-On Descriptions
Camp optional add-ons are a great way to give a larger variety to your campers experience. You may sign up your camper for all the weekly add-on options if you register for our full camp day option, including our fun Friday field trips and our Tennis Lessons. If you sign up for our AM half day week long option, you will have the choice to add-on to our Swim Lesson option and/or one of our 1-hour Enrichment programs. If you sign up for our PM half day week long option, you will have the choice to add-on to one of our 1-hour Enrichment programs and/or our Swim Lesson option. A camp director will email you out your campers add-on schedule for the week with the times and any extra information that is needed for your camper to be prepared for their following camp week. These schedules are subject to change. Possible camper schedules can be found on the next page.
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Tennis Lessons Weekly Add-On
Sessions 1-2, 5-6, 8-10 | Grades K-8
Monday, Wednesday, & Friday $60 Member/$60 Non-Member Our Monday, Wednesday, and Friday tennis lessons are 60 minutes and designed for your camper to attend all while at our Aviary camps! Participants will be taught by our very own Tennis Pro Greg Weksel. Campers will be learning the fundamentals of Tennis all while playing fun games and getting a grip on the basics. Groups will be mixed with beginners through advance to allow for new challenges. Please bring your own racquet or you may request to borrow an SRSRC racquet (limited supply). Our tennis lessons add-on option will operate following a modified schedule with your camper attending either the afternoon session from 1:15pm-2:15pm or from 2:30pm-3:30pm Monday, Wednesday and Friday within the week registered. Campers enrolled in the full day camp are eligible to enroll (space provided). The camp department will be responsible for placing your camper within either time session depending on registrations. Campers must be going into kindergarten through eighth grade in the fall of 2021, be potty trained, and turn at least 5 years old by the first day of the session for which they are enrolled. We do not accept children enrolling in transitional kindergarten.
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Sessions 1-10 | Grades K-8
Monday - Thursday $50 Member/$60 Non-Member Our Monday-Thursday swim lessons are 30 minutes and designed for your camper to attend all while at our Aviary camps! Participants will be taught by experienced Water Safety Instructors and will teach to the level of your child - beginner through advanced! Our swim lessons add-on option will operate following a modified schedule with your camper attending either the morning session from 9:30am-10am or the afternoon session from 2:15pm-2:45pm Monday through Thursday within the week registered. Campers enrolled in the full day, morning half day, and afternoon half day camps are eligible to enroll (space provided). The camp department will be responsible for placing your camper within either the morning or afternoon time depending on registrations. These schedules are subject to change. Campers must be going into kindergarten through eighth grade in the fall of 2021, be potty trained, and turn at least 5 years old by the first day of the session for which they are enrolled. We do not accept children enrolling in transitional kindergarten.
Enrichment Program Weekly Add-Ons
Sessions 1-10 | Tuesday & Thursday | Grades K-8 11:15am-12:15pm or 1:15pm-2:15pm On Tuesdays and Thursdays, an optional enrichment add-on will be available. Each session will be one hour in length and available only to participants enrolled in camp. Our 1-hour enrichment add-on option will operate following a modified schedule with your camper attending either the morning session from 11:15am-12:15pm or the afternoon session from 1:15pm-2:15pm every Tuesday and Thursday within the week registered. Campers enrolled in the full day, morning half day, and afternoon half day camps are eligible to enroll (space provided). Depending on your campers registration, all add-on schedules and cohorts, the camp department will be responsible for placing your camper with the most appropriate time frame option, in hopes of creating the best experience possible for each camper. These schedules are subject to change. Campers must be going into kindergarten through eighth grade in the fall of 2021, be potty trained, and turn at least 5 years old by the first day of the session for which they are enrolled. We do not accept children enrolling in transitional kindergarten. Building
Sessions 1 & 6 | Tuesday & Thursday | Grades K-8 $30 Member/$40 Non-Member We will be inspiring campers to build on their innate desire for answers by exploring engineering concepts in a fun, hands-on way. Learn problem solving and teamwork skills as projects are both a group effort and individual.
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Sessions 2 & 9 | Tuesday & Thursday | Grades K-8 $25 Member/$35 Non-Member We will provide structured physical activity for campers through basic fitness concepts such as, stretching, yoga and strength training. Campers will experience teamwork and cooperation while playing a variety of drills and activities. Movin’ & Groovin’
Sessions 1, 3, 5, 8 & 10 | Tuesday & Thursday | Grades K-8 $35 Member/$45 Non-Member Join Ben Hian for an exciting hour of Movin’ and Groovin’. Campers will enjoy activities such as: relay races, scooter boards, parachute games, hoops, bean bag toss, freeze dance and other non-competitive, high energy games set to groovy music will be enjoyed by all. Painting
Sessions 3 & 10 | Tuesday & Thursday | Grades K-8 $30 Member/$40 Non-Member We believe that art is for everyone and our art experiences will be designed for all ages to be creatively expressive. Most projects will be frameable work with others allowing for the creative expression with messy painting. PlayItSafe Self-Defense
Session 7 | Tuesday & Thursday | Grades K-8 $45 Member/$55 Non-Member Let us help you prepare your camper for tough situations, while building confidence! PlayItSafe is fun, empowering and interactive! Through presentations
and examples, campers will learn to respond to situations such as bullying and stranger danger. Radical Reptiles
Sessions 2 & 6 | Tuesday & Thursday | Grades K-8 $35 Member/$45 Non-Member Enjoy presentations, and hands-on learning activities with reptiles, amphibians, mammals, birds, and insects! Radical Reptiles brings the animal kingdom to life. Storytelling
Sessions 5 & 10 | Tuesday & Thursday | Grades K-8 $25 Member/$35 Non-Member Come and tell your story! Learn to focus on a topic to share and take turns doing it. Campers will also be read to and have the chance to read aloud to each other. Allowing for campers to grow close connections with peers as they share experiences and find common ground with one another. Teena’s Art
Sessions 4 & 9 | Tuesday & Thursday | Grades K-8 $45 Member/$55 Non-Member Campers will have the opportunity to work with a variety of art media, both 2D and 3D. All materials will be provided for each project. Projects include painting, drawing and sculpting by using various objects. Each project can be modified to fit all skill levels- beginning to advanced. Writing
Sessions 4 & 7 | Tuesday & Thursday | Grades K-8 $25 Member/$35 Non-Member Enjoying the chance to dive into the written word and practice basic skills of writing that will help get your fingers
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Friday Field Trip Add-On Sessions 1 - 10 | Friday | Grades K-8
Our fun field trip add-ons are offered every week on Fridays. This option is available for our campers registered for full days and provides an opportunity to explore the world again as a group! Each week we will have a different field trip offered. Space is limited due to capacity in our vans. Our field trip option will operate following a modified schedule that will vary according to location. All trips will depart promptly at 9am unless otherwise noted. There may be some instances where field trips are taken in more than one group, with the groups departing at different times. The camp department will be responsible for placing your camper within an appropriate group with the goal of creating the best experience possible for each camper. SRSRC vans will be used to allow for the safest means of transportation. Our drivers are required to have a valid driver’s license and be insured, maintain a good driving record, and hold current certification in first aid and CPR. Campers must be going into kindergarten through eighth grade in the fall of 2021, be potty trained, and turn at least 5 years old by the first day of the session for which they are enrolled. We do not accept children enrolling in transitional kindergarten.
Scripps EBS Park
Session 1 | Friday June 25th | Grades K-8 $10 Member/$10 Non-Member Campers will be transported to our local Scripps EBS Park for some good old fashioned park fun and to practice their field trip behavior skills. SeaWorld
Session 2 | Friday July 2nd | Grades K-8 $75 Member/$75 Non-Member Campers will be transported to Seaworld for outdoor activities and available attractions allowed by current state guidelines at time of visit. This will be an all day trip to allow campers to practice their longer field trip behavior skills. Mira Mesa Bowl
Session 3 | Friday July 9th | Grades K-8 $20 Member/$20 Non-Member Campers will be transported to Mira Mesa Bowl for some fun bowling activities as allowed by current state guidelines at time of visit. This trip will allow campers to practice their field trip behavior skills. Balboa Park
Session 4 | Friday July 16th | Grades K-8 $10 Member/$10 Non-Member Campers will be transported to the San Diego Balboa Park for some good old fashioned park fun and to practice their field trip behavior skills. San Diego Ice Arena
Session 5 | Friday July 23rd | Grades K-8 $20 Member/$20 Non-Member Campers will be transported to the San Diego Ice Arena for some fun bowling activities as allowed by
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Session 6 | Friday July 30th | Grades K-8 $55 Member/$55 Non-Member Campers will be transported to the world famous San Diego Zoo for outdoor activities and available attractions allowed by current state guidelines at time of visit. This will be an all day trip to allow campers to practice their longer field trip behavior skills. Waterfront Park
Session 7 | Friday August 6th | Grades K-8 $15 Member/$15 Non-Member Campers will be transported to the downtown Waterfront Park for some fun park splash play and to practice their field trip behavior skills. Legoland
Session 8 | Friday August 13th | Grades K-8 $120 Member/$120 Non-Member Campers will be transported to Leoland for outdoor activities and available attractions allowed by current state guidelines at time of visit. This will be an all day trip to allow campers to practice their longer field trip behavior skills. Seaport Village
Session 9 | Friday August 20th | Grades K-8 $15 Member/$15 Non-Member Campers will be transported to the San Diego Seaport Village for some good old fashioned park fun and to practice their field trip behavior skills.
Scripps Trails
Session 10 | Friday August 27th | Grades K-8 $10 Member/$10 Non-Member Campers will be transported to our very own Scripps Trails location for some good old fashioned park fun utilizing the whole facility and to practice their field trip behavior skills.
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Summer Camp Parent Handbook
Welcome
Welcome to the Scripps Ranch Swim & Racquet Club Camp Program! We share the goal of providing a safe environment in which children can have fun while learning and enjoying new experiences, while also continuing to develop their own skills and interests. Our staff is dedicated to providing quality camp experiences to youth, and we understand that each child is unique and has their individual rate of development. The SRSRC School Year Camp Program is dedicated to improving participant's quality of life and helping children reach their full potential. We are dedicated to continuing the growth of your child and to creating friendships and memories that will last forever. We look forward to having your child become a part of our camps. We understand that this is still an uncertain time, and we appreciate your trust in our programs. We continue to monitor the CDC, State, and County guidelines in regards to COVID-19 best practices. Please read through this information guide prior to your child’s camp experience, as it may answer many of the frequently asked questions about our program this summer. If we have not been able to answer your camp-related questions in this document, please contact a Camp Director.
Program Goals
Beyond safety and supervision, our goal is to provide every child with special, positive, and growth-oriented opportunities. We are hoping to have an emphasis on basic group setting skills that have not been available to most children for more than a year. SRSRC camps are dedicated to meeting the following goals. Campers will: ★ Goal: Be provided with a safe environment in which campers feel comfortable in trying new things. Outcome: Campers will feel comfortable with staff and participate in activities offered throughout the camp day. ★ Goal: Feel accepted by peers and staff as an important contributor to our camp community. Outcome: Campers will share a summary of their camp experience during the day with staff or peers, at their own comfort level. ★ Goal: Develop independence and enhance decision making skills. Outcome: Campers will choose activities to participate in throughout the camp day. ★ Goal: Understand the importance of values such as cooperation and respect. They will gain confidence, self-esteem, and appreciate oneself and others. Outcome: Campers will participate in challenges and activities that promote cooperation and team building. ★ Goal: Gain a better understanding of the subject being introduced in camp. Outcome: Campers will be able to explain their camp day and the details of the subject of their camp.
SRSRC Camps Mission Statement
The SRSRC School Year Camp program is dedicated
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Non-Discrimination Clause
All SRSRC programs are open to all persons regardless of race, religion, gender, sex, creed, color or national origin.
Location
AVIARY CAMPS: 9875 Aviary Drive, San Diego, CA 92131.
People to Contact
Camp Registration Information: Front Desk (858) 271 – 6222 Aviary Camp Directors: Monica Oates (858) 271-6222 ext. 132, monica@srsrc.com and Jonathan Oates (858) 271-6222 ext. 132, jon@srsrc.com
Aviary Camp Hours of Operation
★ Camp Hours: 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
COVID-19
Please pay special attention to items related to COVID-19 as they may reflect differences compared to our normal camp operations.
Camper Readiness How do you determine if a child is eligible for a camp?
Our Aviary location offers camps for kindergarten through 8th grade. Campers must be going into kindergarten through eighth grade in the fall of 2021, be potty trained, and turn at least 5 years old by the first day of the session for which they are enrolled. Our Aviary location does not offer camps for preschool, transitional kindergarten or high school grades. SRSRC requires a copy of the camper’s birth certificate to be uploaded into the family’s CampBrain account for all campers entering kindergarten to verify age eligibility for camps.
Is my child ready for a summer camp program?
Camps are a wonderful experience that enrich the lives of youth. It is important that the camper is ready for the experience to make their time at camp successful and enjoyable. Things to think about when determining if your child is ready for the camp environment includes, but is not limited to, the following: ★ Does your child put his or her own clothes on without assistance? ★ Does your child listen to instructions? ★ Does your child ask an adult for help when needed? ★ Does your child perform all toileting independently?
17 - SRSRC SUMMER CAMPS 2021 ★ Does your child feel comfortable in loud and busy environments? ★ Does your child cooperate with his or her playmates? ★ Does your child respond reasonably well to changes? ★ Does your child enjoy making friends? ★ Is your child able to follow directions related to hand washing hygiene, wearing a face mask as appropriate, and keeping their hands to themselves?
These questions should be asked by the parents in order to assist with determining readiness. If the answers are primarily “no,” then it might not be the right time for your child to get the most out of a camp experience. That’s okay! Each child is different and camps may not be the right fit for every child or at every stage of life. Campers may feel more comfortable being able to ask an adult for help, when he or she can adapt to changes, and when he or she is able to follow instructions. This is important in setting up campers for success. If the answers are “yes,” the camper may be better prepared for a happy, enjoyable experience in the camp environment, and get more out of what the camp day has to offer. Pool time is more fun when the camper can change independently and go straight to the activity, free choice activities are better with cooperation skills and being able to handle a loud environment, and the group setting can be more enjoyable when a child likes making new friends.
My child has special needs. Will this camp be a good fit?
Our camp activities may be physically and/or emotionally demanding at times, such as games involving a lot of movement, directions needing a lot of attention, and social interactions with many other individuals. Our goal is for campers to have a fulfilling experience. If you have any questions regarding your child’s readiness for camp or camp fit, feel free to contact a Camp Director to have your questions answered. We would love to speak with you ahead of time to help you evaluate whether our camp environment is right for your camper.
Registration Process Do you accept a deposit for registration?
Payment can either be made in full at the time of registration or a non-refundable deposit can be made with installments scheduled on predetermined days to pay the rest of the fees. Deposits are $25 for members/$50 non-members per week long camp, and $25 per member/$50 per non-member for our mini camp week. Non-refundable deposits are due at time of registration. Installments for Summer 2021 are scheduled for processing through our registration system April 10th, May 10th, June 10th, July 10th, and August 10th. Dates shown on your credit card statement may reflect differently depending on weekend dates and time of processing.
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What if my installment payment is declined?
If your credit card is declined, another card on file in CampBrain will be charged. A staff member may contact you for updated information. Please keep your credit card information up to date. Campers may not attend camp if there is an outstanding balance, including unpaid balances on a membership account.
Are you processing installments during the COVID-19 pandemic?
We are currently processing installment payments, since the services are set to occur in the future.
What types of fees are there for registration?
Each camp has a registration fee. Fees will vary depending on membership status (member or non-member) and whether any other add-on program options are selected. Each camp also has a non-refundable deposit.
Does SRSRC o er financial assistance?
Unfortunately, we are unable to offer financial assistance.
What is the SRSRC Camp refund policy?
If SRSRC cancels a camp, we will provide a full refund for you and you will be notified within 5 days of the camp start date so that other arrangements can be made. If you need to cancel an upcoming camp, please request a cancellation 14 days or more prior to the
start of the camp week. A refund minus the non-refundable deposit will be processed for week-long camps. Refunds will not be given if the cancellation request is made 48 hours or less prior to the start of the camp session. What is the SRSRC camp transfer policy?
A camp transfer request may be made to transfer a camper from one week to another within the same camp season. Credit balances may not be used for either a different SRSRC Youth Children’s Program, membership account or a different camp season in the future. Transfer requests must be made 14 days or more prior to the camp week. All transfers will be assessed a $15.00 transfer fee per camper for members and a $25.00 transfer fee per camper for non-members for week-long camps.
Will you be open the entire summer?
SRSRC Summer Camps will operate within the guidelines provided by the local and state authorities. Due to the changing nature of the current situation, and keeping the health and safety of our camp families and staff in mind, we will follow these guidelines and mandates up to and including any necessary discontinuation in programming. However, it is our hope that once we open camps we will be able to complete the camp season.
Can I sign my camper up for all the add-on options within the same week?
Yes. You may sign up your camper for all the weekly add-on options if you register for our full camp day option, including our Fun Friday Field Trips and Tennis
19 - SRSRC SUMMER CAMPS 2021 Lesson. If you sign up for our AM half day week long option, you will have the choice to add-on to our Swim Lesson option and/or one of our 1-hour Enrichment programs. If you sign up for our PM half day week long option, you will have the choice to add-on to one of our 1-hour Enrichment programs and/or our Swim Lesson option.
My camper is registered in the full day week-long option, how do I know what time they will be participating with their lessons or enrichment add-on group?
A camp director will email you out your campers add-on schedule for the week with the times and any extra information that is needed for your camper to be prepared for their following camp week. These schedules are subject to change.
Why can’t I see the camp I want for my child when I try to register?
You will not be able to see camps during the registration process when your child does not meet the registration requirements, such as grade level, or when the camp and its waiting list are full.
Can I ask to see who is registered for certain camps?
We are unable to tell you which campers are registered for specific camp weeks or program add-on’s. Part of the camp experience includes making new camp friends and connections.
Can my camper and his/her friend be in the same group during the
day?
Each individual camp usually stays together in a small group during a majority of the day; however, depending on camp needs and physical distancing guidelines, camp may divide into groups for activities. We may group campers based on grades, staggered registered times, ability, and/or households, in which case we may not always be able to keep friends in the same group. You may submit a request to a camp director. We try to keep friends together, but we also encourage campers to make additional new friends.
What if the camp week I want for my child is already full? Is there a waiting list?
Our online registration is open to all and you may add your camper to the online waiting list. Camps that are full and offering a waiting list will show up when you log in to the CampBrain registration system. Please continue to check back frequently by logging into the registration system to see if a spot has opened up for your camper. We would also encourage that you email a camp director. We will do our best to notify parents from the waiting list when a spot becomes available.
What is your registration priority policy?
Due to the current circumstances surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic, we foresee a limited number of spots being available. Priority will go to the participants who are currently enrolled in our School Year Camp or our Preschool Program and then those who were previously registered in any of our SRSRC Youth Children’s Programs for the school year of 2020-21.
Why do you have a registration
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priority policy?
Our goal is to accommodate all families within the community who need care during the school year. However, in the event that the relevant agencies limit our capacity significantly, we need a way to prioritize enrollment. We are a membership-based organization, which warrants member priority. We also serve local Scripps Ranch schools during the school year and we wish to provide those who may be a part of our school year programs with continued care.
Camper drop off will be located in the lobby in front of the Big Room. A staff member will greet you and help direct you to the backpack area after sign in is complete. Campers will not be allowed to sign in prior to 7:30am. If you drop off your camper after 8:30 you may ask a front office staff member to radio the camps for their location before entering the camp.
Where do I pick up my camper?
I am an essential worker. Do I have priority?
Camper sign out will be located in the lobby in front of the Big Room. Once properly signed out a lead staff will radio for your camper to meet you in the lobby. On Friday’s, a staff member will help direct you to the backpack area after sign out is complete to pick up all your camper’s belongings. All belongings at the end of the week will be thrown away due to state guidelines.
Will my child(ren) be photographed or placed on social media?
Do I need to bring my ID to pick up my camper?
First of all, thank you for your work during this unprecedented time! We will take into consideration the needs of essential workers, but cannot guarantee enrollment. Essential workers may be requested to complete a verification form.
Campers will only be photographed or videoed by a camp director during a camp project/activity for recognition of that camper or group or to be used for promotional purposes or to share with camp families. Please contact Mrs. Monica in writing if you would like to withdraw your photo/media permission at monica@srsrc.com. A new withdrawal request must be submitted at the start of each camp season.
Drop Off, Pick Up, & Transportation Where do I drop o
my camper?
Yes. We require photo identification from ALL parents/guardians or other individuals picking up a camper. Please be ready to present photo identification at each pick up. This is for safety purposes.
Who is authorized to pick up my camper?
Primary adults listed on the registration account and those listed on the camper’s health history form may pick up the camper. Camp staff reserve the right to request the individual picking up to present a picture I.D. If someone not listed on the Camper Health History Form will be picking up for the day, you may make note of the name of the individual picking up on the sign-in and out sheet with a camp director.
21 - SRSRC SUMMER CAMPS 2021 Individuals picking up your camper must be at least 18 years of age.
What if I need to add or delete someone from my authorized pick-up list?
Please make the necessary changes on your camper’s health history on your online camp registration account. If you have difficulties updating the necessary information, please contact the Front Desk for assistance at 858-271-6222. If the change needs to be made the day of, then please notate the information with a camp director.
Who provides transportation?
SRSRC vans will be used to allow for the safest means of transportation. Our drivers are required to have a valid driver’s license and be insured, maintain a good driving record, and hold current certification in first aid and CPR. Vehicle capacities will be followed as well as state transportation guidelines.
Do you provide transportation between camp and home?
No, we do not pick up campers from home or drop off campers to their home.
What if my camper is going to be absent?
If your camper will be absent from camp, please call or e-mail the Camp Director by 8:00 a.m. There will be no credits or refunds for missed days of camp. AVIARY CAMPS Monica Oates, 858-271-6222 ext. 132,
monica@srsrc.com and Jonathan Oates, 858-271-6222 ext. 132, jon@srsrc.com
What if I am going to be late picking up my camper?
Please contact the Front Desk at 271-6222 and notify staff that you will be late to pick up. We appreciate your following the selected drop-off and pick-up times. Pick-ups that occur after 5:30pm will be assessed a fee of $1 per minute per camper. If a camper has not been picked up by 5:30pm we refer to his/her emergency information and begin calling numbers listed. If by 6:30p.m., we have not heard from a parent or emergency contact, we have no other alternative and are obligated to turn the child over to Child Protective Services.
What if I need to drop o my camper late or pick up my camper early?
Schedule options have been designed to be flexible for your schedule; however, in the event that a need arises for a change in your selected drop off time or pick up time, please confirm availability with a Camp Director. Make arrangements at least 1 day in advance. If you must pick up your child due to an emergency, please contact the front office, who can relay your message to the camp director or lead staff.
What if I need before and/or after care for my camper?
The camp drop-off and pick-up options have been designed to provide you with flexibility to accommodate morning and afternoon schedules.
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Am I required to sign my camper in and out daily?
SRSRC requires that all children are to be properly signed in and out by an adult age 18 or older, so that children can be properly assigned to SRSRC staff in the morning and properly signed out to the adult after camp. Unfortunately, siblings and others under the age of 18 may not sign out a camper. Due to COVID-19 related considerations, a camp director or lead staff may sign your child in and/or out for you to minimize the use of shared pens.
Can my teenager sign him/herself out?
Participants in 6th - 8th grade will be allowed to sign him/herself in and out with a Camper Release Form completed/signed by the parents. Campers with a release form are expected to sign in at the selected sign-in time and sign-out at the selected sign-out time. Campers who sign themselves out must be picked up. This convenient option allows for the camper to sign out, while the parent waits in front of the facility.
What is the pick-up procedure if there is an emergency at camp?
If there is an emergency at camp, such as a fire, lockdown, etc., we will notify the parents by email, push notification, phone call, or mobile application. We will let the parents know when it is safe to come pick up their camper and provide parents with further instructions.
Preparing for Camp
How can I get a camp agenda?
The camp weekly agenda will be posted on the camp portion of our website at www.SRSRC.com. Camp weekly agendas will be available at the front office. The front desk receptionist can make a copy of the schedule for you. These schedules are subject to change. The schedule gives you an idea of what your camper will be doing in order to be prepared for their activities. All activities and schedules are subject to change. Your campers add-on option schedule will be emailed to you directly prior to the week of registration.
What should my camper wear to camp?
Campers are required to wear closed-toe shoes, such as tennis shoes. Campers must wear closed-toe shoes during camp activities. Skirts and dresses should not be worn to camp. We will be engaging in activities that require running and some activities that may get messy, so we suggest that campers wear clothing appropriate for their camp activities.
Who is required to wear a face covering at camp?
Currently, all adults must wear a face covering while at camp. This includes parents who are dropping off or picking up campers and staff. Each individual must have their own mask and may not share masks. Campers are required to wear a face covering while at camp. At certain times, when physical distancing is more feasible, such as during snack times, lunch time, and certain sitting activities where campers are unlikely to come within 6 feet of someone from outside of their household, campers may be allowed to remove their masks. Please note that face
23 - SRSRC SUMMER CAMPS 2021 coverings will be worn for the majority of the cam day. Campers must wear face coverings as long as the current health orders mandates wearing face masks outside of the house when it is likely that they will come within 6 feet of someone from outside of their household. When the local or state governmental mandates do not require campers to wear masks, there may still be some activities in which SRSRC reserves the right to require face coverings. Campers may elect to wear a face covering for their own health and safety concerns regardless of the status of local and state mandates.
What should my camper bring to camp?
Campers are required to bring a face covering to camp. Campers will be assigned a cubby for the week to put their items. Campers must bring a morning snack, a lunch, an afternoon snack, and a drink daily. Please send food with your camper that is non-perishable and does not require heating, as we cannot accommodate with refrigeration and heating. Campers should also bring water to stay hydrated throughout the day. Lotion sunscreen will be provided for campers; however, they can bring their own to use, and are also encouraged to bring a hat and a sweatshirt. Campers are encouraged to keep items in a backpack; everything should be labeled.
Am I required to disinfect my campers belongings each day?
Yes. You are responsible for taking home your camper’s belongings each day to be cleaned and disinfected.
Should my camper bring money to camp?
Campers should not bring money to camp.
What shouldn’t my camper bring to camp?
Expensive clothing, jewelry, CD players, iPods, money (unless otherwise specified), toys, games, cards, alcohol, drugs, personal sports equipment (unless required by SRSRC), vehicles, animals, weapons, cell phones, etc. SRSRC is not responsible for lost or stolen items. Campers are responsible for the belongings that they bring with them to camp. Certain items, if brought to camp, may result in immediate removal from the camp, such as weapons, alcohol, and drugs. If cell phones are brought to camp, they must be kept in the child’s backpack. SRSRC is not responsible for the loss, theft, or damage of cell phones and electronics, nor the content accessed on these devices.
Camp Food & Snacks Should I pack water and a snack for my child?
There will be a snack break in the morning during camp and in the afternoon. Snack at this time is not provided by SRSRC. Though we provide snack time and water breaks, it is ultimately the parent’s responsibility to send enough food and fluids with the child for the day. Campers will have the option to refill water bottles from water jugs.
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Can my camper buy lunch during camp?
Campers will not have the opportunity to purchase snacks or lunch items during camp. Campers must bring a morning snack, a lunch, an afternoon snack, and a drink daily. Please send food with your camper that is non-perishable and does not require heating, as we cannot accommodate with refrigeration and heating. Campers should also bring water to stay hydrated throughout the day.
Will the Snack Shack be open? Will lunch be provided on Fridays?
The Snack Shack will not be open during the school year. Lunch will not be provided for campers on Fridays.
What if my camper forgets his/her lunch?
If a camper forgets their lunch, the parent will be called to bring the camper a lunch. If unable to do so, a pre-packaged lunch may be provided and a $10.00 fee will be assessed and charged to your CampBrain account.
What if my camper loses something at camp?
If a camper loses an item on-site, there will be a lost and found area near the camp backpack area. The camp backpack area will be emptied and cleared at the end of each week. Labeling items, keeping items together in a backpack, and not bringing expensive items are a good way to help prevent loss. SRSRC is not responsible for items
that are lost, broken, or stolen.
What camp activities have additional waivers? How do I get them?
Some camp activities may require additional waivers to be completed for the vendors that we utilize. An email will be sent to you with the required waiver, or may be found in your CampBrain account under the paperwork section.
What do I do with completed waivers?
Please upload the completed waiver to the appropriate camper paperwork spot in your CampBrain account. This is the preferred method of waiver submission. This ensures that we have the waivers prior to your camper’s arrival to camp. Additionally, waivers can be turned in to the camp counselors during morning sign-in or e-mailed to waivers@srsrc.com. Campers must have the waiver completely filled out by a parent in order to participate. There cannot be any exceptions made.
Camper Supervision Who is watching my camper?
The majority of our camp staff are college students and adults within the child care career setting. Some members of our staff may be credentialed teachers, some are in college majoring in elementary education, some are already working at schools in local school districts, and some work with our youth programs year round.
25 - SRSRC SUMMER CAMPS 2021 Of our staff, at least 80% are 18 years of age or older. All counselors are trained in CPR and first aid. Some may have lifeguarding certification or other relevant special certifications. Our staff is trained to use the “rule of three,” to avoid situations in which they may be one on one with a camper. All of our staff is devoted to working with and providing care for the children in our camps.
What training does the camp sta receive?
All new camp staff members are required to attend the equivalent of four to five days of training prior to working in the camp program. Many of our camp staff have been campers at SRSRC when they were younger, some have had multiple summers of experience with us, and some are year round employees of SRSRC in the Youth Programs Department. Leadership staff also attend training sessions prior to the start of camp. During the training sessions, camp counselors learn the policies, the procedures, leadership skills, how to properly perform head counts, how to sign campers in and out, and their responsibilities. Training sessions also focus on developing and improving interaction skills with children and how to respond to disruptive behavior in a positive way.
How many sta
will be watching my child?
The American Camp Association recommends the following ratios due to the variety of activities typically involved in the camp experience (field trips, large group activities, etc): Ages 4-5 years Ratio: 1:6, Ages 6-8 years Ratio: 1:8, and Ages 9-14 years Ratio: 1:10.
There may be exceptions to the ratios depending on the camp environment, especially with camps that offer enrollment for multiple age groups. Due to the nature of our camp program and activities planned, it is our intent to never surpass a 1:12 ratio for our campers.
Can camp sta
baby-sit?
Our camp counselors work well with children; however, due to COVID-19 and the desire to minimize risk to campers and staff, we strongly discourage having staff babysit. It is our policy that staff members can only babysit for those who are in our SRSRC camp program if it is something set up on their own, and any babysitting done by staff is not affiliating with our camp program or any SRSRC program.
Can camp sta
accept presents?
Our staff members are very dedicated and work hard; however, it is our policy that camp staff cannot accept gratuities. If instead you wish to offer feedback on a staff member’s job well done please contact the Camp Director.
Camper Behavior What are the camp rules?
1. Be Respectful & Honest. Example: Respect others, respect equipment, be honest and tell the truth. 2. Be Responsible. Example: Make good decisions, use equipment the correct way. 3. Keep your body, objects & unkind words to yourself. Example: Keep your hands and feet
26 - SRSRC SUMMER CAMPS 2021 to yourself and only say positive words. 4. Stay with your Group. Example: Always ask a counselor when you need to use the restroom or get a drink of water. Never leave your group or buddy. 5. Listen and Follow Directions. Example: Listen when counselors and others are speaking, ask questions if you don’t know and follow directions the FIRST time asked. 6. Have FUN!!
What happens if my camper has a discipline problem at camp?
Our camp staff is trained to deal with discipline issues in a respectful and positive manner in order to resolve the misbehavior. It is not unusual for a camper to test their limits and our staff is trained to handle these situations. Our staff speaks with the camper, allows the camper to share his/her view of the issue and any relevant information, allows the camper to take time out to think about their actions and how it affects the camp experience, and then let the child return to the activity. If misbehavior is recurrent or the misbehavior is more severe or disruptive, the child may either be asked to sit out during an activity or the parent may be called to pick up the child. Some acts may result in immediate suspension or expulsion of the child from the camp program including but not limited to: fighting, intentionally harming others, theft, and possession of weapons or drugs. Our policies do not grant refunds or credits for missed days of the camp program due to a behavior issue.
The following steps are generally used for our discipline plan: 1. The camper is given a verbal warning, which may or may not involve a timeout depending on severity. 2. The camper is given a written behavior report, which one copy is given to the parent and another copy is given to the camp director. With a behavior report, the camper will sit out during part of an activity and reflect upon their actions with the guidance of a staff member. 3. If the camper receives either three behavior reports or a behavior report that involves a threat to the safety of the camper or others, suspension or expulsion from the camp program may result depending on the severity. We do our best to work with the camper to help resolve the issue before implementing a suspension or expulsion. Physical misbehavior (such as hitting) during previous Youth Programs enrollments at SRSRC will be taken into account when determining the appropriate response.
What happens if my camper’s behavior causes his/her removal from camp?
Our goal is for campers to have a successful and fulfilling time at camp. We wish the best experience for each child, which means taking into account how disruptive behavior may impact others’ experience at camp. If our camp is not a fit at this time, and the camper must be removed from camp, the camper’s parent will be notified to pick up the camper. Campers who are removed from the camp program may enroll in camps again one year from the removal
27 - SRSRC SUMMER CAMPS 2021 date pending a successful meeting with and approval by the camp director. The one year period gives the camper the opportunity to grow and develop their skills prior to enrolling in any SRSRC affiliated youth program.
Camper Health & Safety What if my camper needs to take medication during the camp day?
The Camp Director, a Coordinator, a lead counselor, or staff member with Camp Director authorization, will administer your child's medication as directed. In order to administer the medication, we must have the following: 1. The camper's medication needs to be brought to camp and given to the Camp Director or a Coordinator in a paper bag in its original container. Please label the bag with the camper's name, and camp. Please do not pack the medication in the child's backpack or in the child's lunch. 2. The medication must be prescribed by a doctor and in its original prescription bottle with your child's name printed on the label. Include written instructions from a physician as per quantity, time to administer, any other directions, and written clearance giving SRSRC permission to administer the medication. Please specify if refrigeration is necessary. 3. A completed medication release form must be completed every week or for the whole summer for campers who register for multiple weeks. This medication release form must be on file with the Camp Director before medication can be administered to your child.
This form is available from the Camp Director or a Coordinator, as well as online in your CampBrain account. 4. No over the counter medication will be administered unless approved on the Health History form or with parent's written consent. 5. Please pick up your child’s medication after the last week for which your camper is enrolled. If it is not picked up in a timely manner, SRSRC may dispose of the medication.
What if my camper needs special accommodations?
If your camper requires special accommodations, such as special medical needs, please contact the Camp Director prior to registering for camps to discuss if we are able to provide suitable accommodations for a successful camp experience. Our goal is for our campers to be successful and feel included at camp, however, we must also work within the limitations of our training and resources.
Will campers and sta be screened for illness prior to attending camp?
Campers and staff will be required to participate in a temperature check daily prior to joining the camp group. Campers and staff who have a temperature of 100* or above will not be admitted to camp. Any camper or staff member who exhibits signs or symptoms of illness will not be allowed at camp. In the event that a thermometer is not available, SRSRC may utilize a symptom checklist. Please ensure that you have a backup plan in case your camper cannot attend camp.
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What are the signs and symptoms of COVID-19? The signs and symptoms vary. They include, but may not be limited to, fever, cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, chills, shaking with chills, headache, fatigue congestion or runny nose, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle pain, and/or a new loss of taste or smell.
What are some resources to learn about COVID-19?
★ State of California - https://covid19.ca.gov/ ★ San Diego County - https://www.sandiegocounty.gov/coronavirus. html ★ Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) - https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov /index.html
What if my camper is ill or injured while at camp?
If your child becomes ill during camp, we will contact the parent to pick the child up. If the legal guardian cannot be contacted, SRSRC staff will begin contacting the emergency contacts listed on your child's medical form. Camp is not designed to handle ill children, so it is the parent's responsibility to pick his/her child up, or arrange pick up by an emergency contact, within 30 minutes. Children who are showing signs or experiencing symptoms of illness should not attend camp, and will be sent home. Not feeling well may prevent a child from fully participating in, and enjoying, the camp experience.
Sick campers also risk the health of other campers who wish to enjoy their own camp experience. If your child becomes injured while at camp, SRSRC staff will take whatever steps necessary to obtain medical care for your child. For a minor injury an accident report will be filled out. For an injury that is believed to be beyond our scope, emergency personnel will be called or your child may be transported to the hospital in an SRSRC vehicle. Any expenses for routine or emergency medical care are the responsibility of the parent.
What if a camper or sta member becomes ill with COVID-19?
In the event that a camper or staff member becomes ill with COVID-19, it is the adult’s responsibility to communicate this with a Camp Director or Administrator of SRSRC. We will notify camp families of the possible exposure. Anyone who has had contact with an individual with COVID-19 should remain home for 14 days per CDC guidelines. Anyone who has had COVID-19 may return to camp when it has been ten days since the symptoms first appeared, AND 3 days with no fever, AND symptoms have improved. This guidance may change pending changes in guidance from relevant governmental agencies. The camp program will comply with any requests made by the County if an individual in our program tests positive.
What precautions is SRSRC taking to
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help prevent the spread of illness, such as COVID-19?
SRSRC is taking recommended precautions to help prevent the spread of illness. These include, but are not limited to, additional hand washing, no food handling by staff (no Snack Shack), modifying camp activities, providing hand sanitizer stations, frequent cleaning of commonly touched surfaces, staggering the drop-off and pick-up times, reducing camp capacity, requiring face coverings as appropriate, temperature screenings, and reinforcing good habits with kids (hand washing, covering your cough, refraining from sharing food, etc.) Physical distancing will be utilized as practicable, such as during sign in and out times, or when waiting in line for handwashing activities. Activities will be designed to be no-touch. However, SRSRC cannot guarantee that your camper will engage in physical distancing throughout the entirety of the camp day. Campers will be encouraged to keep adequate physical space between each other, to keep their hands to themselves, and may be aided by visual guides for certain activities, such as lining up for hand washing or for signing in.
What is SRSRC’s lice policy?
We have a nit-free policy. If a child is found to have lice or nits, the parent will be called to pick the child up. Children will be able to return to the program once they are nit-free as seen by a lead staff member.
Will sunscreen be applied to my camper throughout the day?
Sunscreen application times are in the morning, during snack time, during lunchtime, and in the afternoon. Sunscreen is also applied before any water
activities, such as swimming. If you do not want sunscreen applied to your camper, or would like a specific type of sunscreen applied, please have a note sent to the camper's camp counselor for the session and provide them with the specific sunscreen. At SRSRC, although we provide lotion sunscreen to each camper, our camp counselors do not physically apply sunscreen to the campers. Counselors will then do their best to assist your camper when applying sunscreen. The availability of this help may depend on current physical distancing guidelines, so please send you camper to camp with sunscreen already applied.
What is the camp's bathroom procedure?
On-site campers utilize the buddy system. No camper is to go to the restroom without a buddy or without a group.
Can camp sta
report child abuse?
Yes, any professional working with children is considered a mandated reporter. All camp counselors, coordinators and directors are all required by law to report suspected child abuse to the proper authorties. The telephone number of the Child Protect Services is (619) 560-2191. The Family Stress Center (619) 691-1331 assists families with stressful times and provides suggestions for parenting techniques.
What if I need to speak with my camper while he/she is at camp?
Some situations may arise in which it is necessary to get a hold of your child during camp. Please call the front desk staff, and leave a message with them. They will do their best to relay the message to the appropriate camp counselors and notify your child.
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How do I communicate with the SRSRC sta ?
Communication between parents and the camp staff can either be informal or formal. We value communication with parents as it gives staff valuable insight. Vital information to relay to camp staff may include changes in the family, including: moving, hospitalization of a family member or friend, altercations in the parents' relationship, etc. Such factors may influence a camper's behavior and relationship with peers, so this information is beneficial to staff in order to best provide for the child's needs. All such information will be treated with the utmost confidence. Communication can occur through camp counselors, the camp director, or the coordinators. Information pertinent to your camper’s health, safety, or experience may be provided to select camp staff working directly with your child in addition to leadership staff.
Program Content
Is there a structure that my camper will follow?
There is a daily agenda that incorporates a structure flow for all campers to follow, helping them transition from one activity to another. Health and safety procedures are also incorporated into the daily schedule, like handwashing and re-applying sunscreen.
What type of activities will campers be participating in throughout the day?
Campers will have the opportunity to participate in daily and weekly activities such as: art projects, group games, social free play, board games, science experiments, writing prompts, yoga, crafts and water play activities.
Will there be camp evaluations?
We value your input and will send out an online survey to help us to evaluate our summer camp programs.
What if it rains?
In the event that it does rain, SRSRC staff will make a decision based on the intensity of the weather. If the decision is made that the rain does impact previously made plans, staff will utilize other appropriate parts of our facility or make alternative plans than what were previously scheduled. For some camp activities, the goal is to enjoy the water so a little rain may not cause a change in plans.
Pool Safety Will campers be able to use the pool during camp?
It is unknown whether or not camp groups will be able to utilize the pool during the summer due to restrictions related to COVID-19. If permitted to do so, and it is feasible to do so, parents will be contacted that campers will have the opportunity to participate in free swim during camp.
Where do campers change into their swimsuits?
Campers change into their swimsuits in our locker rooms while on-site. The changing areas are okayed
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option. You may also sign up your camper for additional swim lessons through our Aquatics department, for which you may also register through CampBrain.
What if my camper does not want to swim or forgot his/her swimsuit?
If a camper does not bring his/her swimsuit, they will not participate in swimming. If a camper does not want to swim he/she may be provided an alternate activity choice. During swim time, campers may also have other options depending on the camp ranging from games, art cart activities, playground time, or a movie. Some of our activities besides swimming will involve water and clothes may still get wet, so dress your camper in clothes in which they can get messy.
What if my camper can’t swim?
SRSRC lifeguarding and camp personnel perform a swim assessment to determine a camper’s swimming abilities. This assessment consists of one pool length (approximately 25 yards) across the pool in any style the camper feels most comfortable. Those that pass are allowed to swim in all areas of the pool, except for the lap lanes. If a child passes, but staff notice the child becomes fatigued or unable to swim with the same strength as before, staff may have the child stay in the shallow area. Campers who choose not to take the swim assessment, do not satisfactorily complete the swim assessment, or become unable to swim safely, receive an orange bracelet and remain in the designated shallow areas. We would encourage campers who need extra instruction to participate in our swim lesson add-on
How often do campers take the swim assessment?
Swim assessments are given on Mondays or on the first day that the camper chooses to swim for the week. Campers may only take the swim assessment once per week. We do not offer swim assessments at other times, such as a pre-camp swim assessment. A camper who does not pass the swim assessment has the opportunity to take the swim assessment the next week that they attend camp. This gives the camper time to progress and work on becoming a stronger swimmer before retaking the swim assessment. Campers who pass the swim assessment may still be asked to stay in the shallow area at times depending on certain factors such as fatigue.
Published on Feb 27, 2021
Join us at Scripps Ranch Swim & Racquet Club for 2021 Summer Camps!
Published on Feb 27, 2021
Join us at Scripps Ranch Swim & Racquet Club for 2021 Summer Camps!