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PY NATURE LEARN EXPLORE HIKE GROW SUMMER ENTURE SWIM RUN FRIENDS SUN SWIM 2019 NATURE ILE LAUGH CLIMB SING GROW FUN SUMMER ENTURE PLAY HAPPY RUN LEARN SWIM EXPLORE LE ADVENTURE FRIENDS MEMORIES PLAY

1 PY NATURE LEARN EXPLORE HIKE GROW SUMMER ENTURE SWIM RUN FRIENDS SUN SWIM 2019 NATURE ILE LAUGH CLIMB SING GROW FUN SUMMER ENTURE PLAY HAPPY RUN LEARN SWIM EXPLORE LE ADVENTURE FRIENDS MEMORIES PLAY CLIMB SING ROW FUN SUMMER HAPPY NATURE LEARN EXPLORE E GROW SUMMER ADVENTURE SWIM RUN FRIENDS CAMP SWIM NATURE SMILE GUIDE LAUGH CLIMB SING GROW N SUMMER ADVENTURE PLAY HAPPY RUN LEARN IM EXPLORE SMILE ADVENTURE FRIENDS MEMORIES LAY CLIMB SING GROW FUN SUMMER SUN NATURE RN STEM EXPLORE FIELD TRIPS HIKE SWIM GROW SPORTS SUMMER ADVENTURE SWIM UN ARTS FRIENDS & CRAFTS ADVENTURE SUN SWIM TEEN LEADERSHIP NATURE MUSIC SMILE LAUGH B LITERACY SING SCIENCE NATURE TEAM BUILDING FUN! LEARN SWIM EXPLORE SMILE ENTURE FRIENDS MEMORIES PLAY CLIMB SING W CAMP FUN OPALANIE SUMMER HAPPY NATURE LEARN LORE Walnut HIKE Street YMCA GROW SUMMER ADVENTURE SWIM RUN NDS SUN SWIM NATURE SMILE LAUGH CLIMB SING ROW FUN SUMMER ADVENTURE PLAY HAPPY RUN The Walnut YMCA Street Summer Camp always has the best activities! The structure is great and you feel like family. - Camp Opalanie Parent, 2018

Our staff all have prior experience working with children and have camp specific training.

All staff must pass a thorough background check including: - FBI and Fingerprint Screening - National Child Abuse Registry - National & State Sex Offender

Aid Training - Communicable Disease Management - Zero Tolerance Anti-Bullying Training - Diversity & Inclusion Training - Team Building and Group Dynamics

2 Safety and quality matter. At Camp Opalanie, we believe that staff is our greatest resource and boast that we offer better than a 1 to 12 staff to camper ratio. Our staff all have prior experience working with children and have camp specific training. Unit Directors are college students/graduates who are working professionals in the fields of education and child development. All staff must pass a thorough background check including: - FBI and Fingerprint Screening - National Child Abuse Registry - National & State Sex Offender Registry - Reference Checks All staff receive a minimum of 24 hours pre-camp training including: - Child Abuse Recognition & Prevention - CPR and First Aid Training - Communicable Disease Management - Zero Tolerance Anti-Bullying Training - Diversity & Inclusion Training - Team Building and Group Dynamics - And, more! STAFF KRISTINA WOZNICKI Associate Executive Director kwoznicki@ymcade.org KRYSTINA SCHNEIDER School Age and Camp Director kschneider@ymcade.org SHANDY PEREZ Camp Director sperez@ymcade.org ANESHA TRUESDALE Teen Camp Director atruesdale@ymcade.org SHAKIYLA MEDLEY Camp Unit Director smedley@ymcade.org CHASE DARDEN Aquatics Director cdarden@ymcade.org 2 (302) 472-YMCA

3 Parents & kids OUR CAMP All the programs at Camp Opalanie help the children make new friends, build character and learn responsibility. I would most certainly recommend the YMCA and their programs to my family and friends. - Camp Opalanie Parent, 2018 I love the large variety of programs and activities. All kids can participate, learn new skills and make friends. - Camp Opalanie Parent, 2018 I ABSOLUTELY LOVE the Y s staff. Camp is so inclusive and they treat everyone like family. They value my daughter and work hard to give her a positive experience. I feel good knowing she is participating in such diverse programming that allows her to grow within a community that fosters that village-bond! - Camp Opalanie Parent, 2018 WALNUT STREET YMCA CAMP OPALANIE

About Our Camp Our Summer Day Camp Program is located in the heart of Wilmington, at the Walnut Street YMCA, and is open from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Extended care is available in the morning from 7-9 a.m. and in the afternoon from 4-6 p.

Be sure to bring a photo ID during pick up. We serve over 50 local schools, and campers are encouraged to meet new friends and create lasting summer memories.

4 About Our Camp Our Summer Day Camp Program is located in the heart of Wilmington, at the Walnut Street YMCA, and is open from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Extended care is available in the morning from 7-9 a.m. and in the afternoon from 4-6 p.m. at no extra charge. Our program utilizes YMCA facilities and local parks throughout Wilmington. Campers are picked up between 4-6 p.m. and must be signed out in the YMCA lobby. Be sure to bring a photo ID during pick up. We serve over 50 local schools, and campers are encouraged to meet new friends and create lasting summer memories. OUR CAMP PHILOSOPHY The Walnut Street YMCA believes in providing comprehensive camp programs, which foster the social, cultural, physical and emotional development of children. Activities reflect the character values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility. We create opportunities for children to enhance their self-esteem, build friendships, develop greater independence and give them a sense of their creative potential in a safe, fun and nurturing environment. CAMP OUTCOMES Sense of Belonging Youth are connected to and feel supported by peers and staff. Sense of Achievement Learn and develop important skills resulting in increased confidence and self-esteem. Building Relationships Make friends and be supported by positive adult role models. CAMP STRUCTURE Each week campers have the option to choose from different clubs and workshops. Activities throughout the week including: SPORTS & SWIM - Each week, campers have the choice to learn about and participate in a specific sport. If they are not interested in sports, they can choose to swim for the week. CLUBS & WORKSHOPS - Campers choose from a variety of options including, but not limited to, Boat Building, Legos, 4H, RIF, Carnival Creation, Jewelry Making, Volcanoes, Dance, Yoga, Board Game Creation, STEM, Art and Cultures. NATURE EXPLORATION - On a designated day each week, campers will leave the city to visit a local park where they play and explore nature. TEXT ALERTS To receive text alerts with important camp information, to MAIN PHONE (302) ONLINE 4 (302) 472-YMCA

5 CAMP GOALS WHAT WILL CAMPERS DO AT Camp Opalanie? 1 CONNECT. Experience the camp spirit within themselves and enjoy sharing it with others. 8 RESPECT themselves, others and nature through team-building, and science and nature stations. 2 3 TRY NEW THINGS and learn team building skills at our learning stations. Swim, play sports, do crafts, explore nature, read, play games and more! USE THEIR IMAGINATION through Arts and Crafts, Music, Reading and more! 9 10 ENJOY storytelling, silent reading and reading aloud. MAKE FRIENDS, have fun and enjoy being a kid. 4 5 EXPERIENCE A SENSE OF PRIDE in their actions, choices and projects. EXPERIENCE OPPORTUNITIES to share and express their ideas and choices within a group. BEST SUMMER EVER! 6 BE A PART OF SOMETHING bigger than themselves DEVELOP relationships with adults who believe in them. WALNUT STREET YMCA CAMP OPALANIE

6 TRADITIONAL CAMP For campers who are entering 1st - 6th grades STAFF TO CAMPER RATIO - 1:12 FEES: Member: $180 per week Community: $200 per week Every child can choose age appropriate club activities where they explore art, science, cooking, sports, swimming and more. Each week, campers experience special events and/or field trips to area attractions. Campers are expected to be responsible for their own belongings including swimsuits, lunch, towels and water bottles. Campers are grouped into camp units after registration. The units are formed by grouping campers from youngest to oldest and splitting them into 4 camp units. We work to keep campers in the same camp units and groups each week. The camp units are roughly divided by grade level as follows: Entering 1st 2nd grades (Unit A) Entering 2nd 3rd grades (Unit B) Entering 3rd 4th grades (Unit C) Entering 5th 6th grades (Unit D) PACKING DAILY You may choose to pack your child s lunch daily. When preparing lunches, please keep in mind that there are no refrigerators or microwaves available. Packing lunch in an insulated bag or hard top cooler labeled with your camper s name is recommended. If your child does not want to participate in the afternoon snack program, please be sure to pack them afternoon snacks. WATER BOTTLE We encourage everyone to bring a water bottle daily. Campers will move around outside during the day therefore a water bottle is key to staying hydrated. There are plenty of water refill stations and water fountains at our camp. Please remember to label your child s water bottle. SUMMER FOOD SERVICE PROGRAM (Free lunch and snack) Lunch and afternoon snack are available through the Summer Food Service Program. Families are still welcome to pack lunches and snacks daily, especially if your child has the following: Food allergies Child does not like the food being offered Food being offered is not enough for your child The following is a sample menu of lunches and snacks that will be provided during the summer: LUNCH: Milk: 1% white (8 oz.) Fruit: Fruit Cup, Orange, Apple, Plum, or Raisins Sandwich: Turkey & Cheese, Tuna, or Turkey Ham & Cheese AFTERNOON SNACK: Fruit, Cereal Bar, Cheese Crackers, Pretzels, or Goldfish SWIM SCHEDULE Campers have the opportunity to swim each week and many campers increase their swimming ability by the end of the summer. Please refer to the swim schedule, each unit will have the opportunity to swim 3 days a week. If your child chooses swimming as a club, they will be expected to bring their swim gear on these designated days. Note that there is no swimming on Fridays. Unit A - Monday, Tuesday and Thursday (2:15-3:15 pm) Unit B - Monday, Wednesday and Thursday (1-2 pm) Unit C -Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday (10:45-11:45 am) Unit D - Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday (9:30-10:30 am) FIELD TRIPS Field trips are included at no additional cost. Campers are expected to arrive by the posted departure times and wear a YMCA Camp t-shirt provided by the YMCA. Due to travel times, some trips may return to the YMCA after 4 p.m. The Field Trip Schedule will be available in late April. Examples of past trips include Pump It Up, roller skating, Franklin Institute, movies, Clementon Park, Washington D.C. Zoo, rock climbing, museums in Baltimore, Oasis Family Fun Center, and other local trips. Parents who wish to chaperone a field trip must complete the YMCA volunteer application process no later than May 15th. PARK DAYS Trips to local parks allow for nature exploration including hikes, creek walks, and outdoor play. Each group will be out of the building at a park during the park schedule (you may not pick up or drop off your child at the park). Your child will receive a cold sack lunch on these assigned days. If your child has an appointment during a scheduled park time, please notify the front desk so we can keep your child back from the park as needed. PARK SCHEDULE Unit A - Wednesdays Depart - 11:45am Return - 3:15pm Unit B - Tuesdays Depart - 11:45am Return - 3:15pm Unit C - Mondays Depart - 9 am Return - 1 pm Unit D - Thursdays Depart - 9 am Return - 1 pm THANK YOU! Of those children receiving free and/or reduced cost meals at school during the school year, only one in six have access to a similar type of program during the summer months. Thanks to support from the Y USA, the Walmart Foundation, and Annual Campaign donors, our camp fills this opportunity gap by providing free meals for many campers during the summer months. 6 (302) 472-YMCA

TEEN CAMP For campers who are entering 7th - 12th grades FEES: Member: $180 per week Community: $200 per week *Teen Camp is free for teens 13 years and oder with proof of income eligibility.

at the YMCA. This program includes opportunities to lead groups and help supervise field trips.

7 TEEN CAMP For campers who are entering 7th - 12th grades FEES: Member: $180 per week Community: $200 per week *Teen Camp is free for teens 13 years and oder with proof of income eligibility. TEEN SUMMER LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE The Teen Summer Leadership Institute is an opportunity for teens who are serious about being a role model, learning counselor skills, and gaining possible employment at the YMCA. This program includes opportunities to lead groups and help supervise field trips. During the summer, teens spend half of their day participating in leadership workshops and service learning opportunities like managing the following Walnut Street YMCA activities: Teen Store, Game Center, Healthy Living Club, building assets and more! The other half of the day includes field trips, swimming, group competitions, and character development programs. This program provides an atmosphere for teens to make new friends and develop a strong sense of self-esteem throughout the summer. The Teen Summer Leadership Institute curriculum includes topics such as role modeling, professionalism, risk management, injury management, child abuse prevention, behavior management, transition times, field trip management, ages and stages of development, child interaction, leading activities, teamwork, daily planning, and learning to lead others. To be eligible for the Teen Summer Leadership Institute, individuals must complete the Teen Summer Leadership Institute application, submit a copy of a recent School Report Card and may be asked to interview with a YMCA director prior to beginning the program. SUMMER CAMP SESSIONS Week 1: June Week 2: June Week 3: June Week 4: July 1-5 (no camp July 4th) Week 5: July 8-12 Week 6: July Week 7: July Week 8: July 29 - Aug 2 Week 9: Aug 5-9 Week 10: Aug THRILLING THURSDAYS THEMES Thrilling Thursdays are designed for campers and counselors to dress up according to the themes below: Week 1: Pirates Week 2: Mismatch Week 3: Wild Wild West Week 4: Red, White and Blue Week 5: Favorite Animal Week 6: Neon Week 7: Crazy Hair Week 8: Super Heroes and Princesses Week 9: Hollywood Star Week 10: Team Spirit WALNUT STREET YMCA CAMP OPALANIE

AT WALNUT WE ARE THE WORLD S GREATEST We know our campers are capable of great things, and we set up an environment for them to

Campers can become scientists, chefs, engineers, teachers, Olympic athletes, artists, actors, musicians, dancers.

WE EMBRACE CHALLENGES We offer different choices of educational clubs each week that engage and encourage campers to try

8 AT WALNUT WE ARE THE WORLD S GREATEST We know our campers are capable of great things, and we set up an environment for them to grow and be their amazing selves. Campers can become scientists, chefs, engineers, teachers, Olympic athletes, artists, actors, musicians, dancers. We will guide and support them to follow their dreams. WE EMBRACE CHALLENGES We offer different choices of educational clubs each week that engage and encourage campers to try something new each day. WE MAKE HEALTHY CHOICES We encourage children to make healthy choices through cooking, staying active, and working through challenges. We offer nutritious breakfast, lunch and snack options for campers, so that they are strong and have energy throughout the day. 8 (302) 472-YMCA

ST. YMCA... WE ARE LIFELONG LEARNERS We believe that learning is a lifelong activity for everyone.

We have a jam packed summer of activities for kids, tweens and teens.

Campers are encouraged to try new things by exploring and experimenting the world around them in a safe manner.

9 ST. YMCA... WE ARE LIFELONG LEARNERS We believe that learning is a lifelong activity for everyone. All activities have a learning component - whether it s creating a craft, exploring nature, or problem solving while playing a game and team building through sports. We have a jam packed summer of activities for kids, tweens and teens. WE EXPLORE AND EXPERIMENT WITH SAFETY IN MIND We make sure the Walnut Street YMCA is a safe environment for children both physically and emotionally. Campers are encouraged to try new things by exploring and experimenting the world around them in a safe manner. All Summer Camp Staff are CPR and First Aid Certified to help ensure the safety of your children. WE ENJOY THE ADVENTURE We go on weekly field trips in the tri-state area to break away from everyday routines. Campers use their imaginations and learn new things. They laugh, learn and make memories with each other. We help guide them to be courageous to succeed. WALNUT STREET YMCA CAMP OPALANIE

10 OPEN DOORS FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Financial assistance to help with the cost of camp is available thanks to donations made to our Annual Campaign. Open Doors applications are available at our membership desk, or online at ymcade.org. Assistance is distributed on a first-come, first-served basis and is determined by financial need. Financial documents requested on the application must accompany your Open Doors application or it will be considered incomplete. The eligibility process may take 2-3 weeks and space is limited. To receive assistance for camp, you must apply prior to camp registration. PURCHASE OF CARE Purchase of care (POC)is accepted for all of our camp programs. A current POC authorization form from the State of Delaware must be provided at the time of registration. By June 1st, you must submit an active authorization form listing the Walnut Street YMCA Children s Corner III as your child s provider. Our site ID number is Our site ID is active in the POC system year round. REGISTRATION REGISTRATION BEGINS Friday, January 25 HOW DO I REGISTER? Registration forms are available at the Walnut Street YMCA membership desk or can be downloaded from ysummercamp.org. Pick up or download the registration packet. Complete one registration packet per camper and return it to the Walnut Street YMCA membership desk. Ensure that all documents are complete and signed. REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS YMCA account for the family must be current. YMCA membership for the camper must remain active throughout the summer. Registration forms must be completed in full. If something does not apply, please mark N/A. Phone numbers and addresses must be kept up-to-date. Registrations must arrive by the MONDAY BEFORE THE WEEK OF CAMP. Registrations received after Monday are subject to a $30 late processing fee. Any cancellation or change must be submitted in writing 10 business days prior to the change or cancellation date. All changes are subject to space availability and are not guaranteed. CAMP SESSIONS BANK DRAFT Week 1: June May 15 Week 2: June June 1 Week 3: June June 1 Week 4: July 1-5 June 15 Week 5: July 8-12 June 15 Week 6: July July 1 Week 7: July July 1 Week 8: July 29 - Aug 2 July 15 Week 9: Aug 5-9 July 15 Week 10: Aug August 1 Week 11: Aug August 1 PAYMENTS ARE ALWAYS DUE ON THE MONDAY OF THE CAMP WEEK. The YMCA of Delaware is an equal opportunity provider and employer. 10 (302) 472-YMCA

CAMP PARTNERSHIPS At the YMCA, we strive to provide programs that build upon the strengths of our community. Our Summer Day Camp program thrives thanks to many community partnerships.

communicate the level of quality in early care and education in school-age settings.

HEALTHY EATING THROUGH THE SUMMER FOOD SERVICE PROGRAM & THE WALMART FOUNDATION Our camp program offers a nutritious lunch and snack daily, and follows the nutrition guidelines set by the State of

11 CAMP PARTNERSHIPS At the YMCA, we strive to provide programs that build upon the strengths of our community. Our Summer Day Camp program thrives thanks to many community partnerships. BUILDING PROGRAM QUALITY WITH DELAWARE STARS FOR EARLY SUCCESS Delaware Stars for Early Success is a Quality Rating and Improvement System (QRIS), which is a method used to assess, improve and communicate the level of quality in early care and education in school-age settings. It establishes quality standards for programs and provides technical assistance and limited financial support to programs involved in Stars as they engage in quality improvement efforts. HEALTHY EATING THROUGH THE SUMMER FOOD SERVICE PROGRAM & THE WALMART FOUNDATION Our camp program offers a nutritious lunch and snack daily, and follows the nutrition guidelines set by the State of Delaware for summer food service programs. We are committed to encouraging families to take steps in making healthy choices at home through parent communication and various YMCA resources. Our meals are provided with the support of the Summer Food Service Program (CACFP) and the Walmart Foundation. Since 2011, the Walmart Foundation and Y-USA have been working collaboratively to alleviate food insecurity among low-income and vulnerable children, teach healthy eating habits to children and their families, and align food programs with national HEPA standards adopted through Y Out of School Time programs. COLLABORATIVE VISION TO COMBAT SUMMER LEARNING LOSS Through a unique approach to problem solving and partnerships, Wilmington s community centers have partnered together with Teach For America as a Summer Learning Collaborative. The Summer Learning Collaborative is a partnership between Teach For America and five community based organizations, offering summer programming to low income youth from Wilmington s urban neighborhoods. Partnering agencies include the Latin American Community Center, West End Neighborhood House, Boys and Girls Club (Shortlidge Elementary School site), YMCA (Walnut Street), and Hilltop Lutheran Neighborhood Center. Research shows more than half of the achievement gap between low and high income youth is attributed to access to summer learning opportunities. At the same time, summer programs serving Wilmington s low income youth face challenges around planning, staffing, training, curriculum development, data collection, and evaluation. The outcome is an estimated three months of learning loss per student per year in Delaware for our lowest income students, many of whom are multiple years behind grade level. Together, we solve core capacity issues that transform summer learning opportunities available to low income youth. In doing so, we fight summer learning loss and promote student achievement. WORKING TO REDUCE VIOLENCE AND PROVIDE LEADERSHIP SKILLS Many Delaware youth do not have access to positive activities, experiences and caring adults in the hours after school and during the summer. The Delaware Department of Services for children, youth and their families identified the need for statewide after school programs with the goal of providing positive experiences for youth and, ultimately, reducing violence, suicide and high-risk behaviors among Delaware youth. The Walnut Street YMCA, a branch of the YMCA of Delaware, is approaching the issue by focusing on middle school aged youth in the City of Wilmington. As part of this work, the YMCA Teen Camp program provides leadership opportunities for area teens. This program is funded through the Delaware Criminal Justice Council by the Division of Prevention and Behavioral Health Services of the Delaware Children s Department (DSCYF). WALNUT STREET YMCA CAMP OPALANIE

YMCA OF DELAWARE LOCATIONS BEAR-GLASGOW FAMILY YMCA 351 George Williams Way Newark, DE 19702 (302) 836-9622 BRANDYWINE YMCA 3 Mt.

12 YMCA OF DELAWARE LOCATIONS BEAR-GLASGOW FAMILY YMCA 351 George Williams Way Newark, DE (302) BRANDYWINE YMCA 3 Mt. Lebanon Road Wilmington, DE (302) 478-YMCA CENTRAL YMCA 501 West Eleventh Street Wilmington, DE (302) DOVER YMCA 1137 South State Street Dover, DE (302) SUSSEX FAMILY YMCA Church Street Rehoboth Beach, DE (302) WESTERN FAMILY YMCA 2600 Kirkwood Highway Newark, DE (302) MIDDLETOWN FAMILY YMCA 404 N. Cass Street Middletown, DE (302) WALNUT ST. YMCA 1000 N. Walnut Street Wilmington, DE (302) 472-YMCA CAMP TOCKWOGH Still Pond Neck Road Worton, MD (800) 331-CAMP ASSOCIATION OFFICE 100 West 10th Street Suite 1100 Wilmington, DE (302) 221-YMCA OUR MISSION The YMCA is an association of people of all ages, ethnic groups and religious affiliations that strives to cultivate the human potential, self-esteem, and dignity of all people. Our organization exists to develop and practice the Christian principles of love, caring, inclusiveness, justice and peace and to enrich the emotional, physical and social life of all individuals, families and our community. CONNECT WITH US!

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