Camp LJCC invites you to travel AROUND THE WORLD IN 8 WEEKS!

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1 This summer, marks the spot Camp LJCC invites you to travel AROUND THE WORLD IN 8 WEEKS!

2 The adventure begins here! SUMMER CAMP AT THE J Camp LJCC offers eight weekly day camps to the entire Birmingham community for children entering grades 1-8. Our camp has a camp a la carte system that allows you to plan your summer exactly as you wish sign up for one week or all eight. You can mix and match weeks with day camps, specialty and/or sports camps. You can register online at bhamjcc.org. All Camps Include: Swim Lessons/Free Swim Field Trips/Outings Special Guests Shabbat Celebrations General Camp Activities: Sports, Music, Cooking, Science and Nature, and MORE! Camp Weeks Pre-Camp Mini Camp: May 30-June 2 (3 Day Camp*) Week 1: June 5- June 9 Week 2: June Week 3: June Week 4: June Week 5: July 3-7 (4 Day Camp**) Week 6: July Week 7: July Week 8: July Post Camp Mini Camp: July 31-August 4 & August 7-11 *No Camp on Monday, May 29 in observance of Memorial Day or on Wednesday, May 31 in observance of Shavuot. **There will be no camp on Tuesday, July 4 in observance of Independence Day. 1

3 LJCC Summer Camp, a tradition since 1952! At the Levite Jewish Community Center, our camps are filled with opportunities for campers to play, explore, and experience all that camp has to offer in an environment based on Jewish values and culture. Our camp program is open to everyone and includes indoor and outdoor activities, singing, dancing, sports, swim, field trips, and much more! We hope that you will join us this summer! Meet our Camp Leaders Camp Director, Tina Weldon, is a graduate of the University of Alabama. She is a retired teacher with 26 years of teaching experience. She worked part-time at the LJCC for 4 ½ years at the Welcome Desk and in the Camp LJCC office before becoming the Youth and Camp Director in She enjoys reading and spending time with her family and friends. Tina says she cannot wait to begin another funfilled summer camp. You can Tina at tweldon@bhamjcc.org Assistant Camp Director, Kathy Norris, is a graduate of the University of Alabama. She is a retired school teacher with 25 years of teaching experience. She enjoys spending time with family and friends. Kathy is an avid sports fan, especially college football. This will be Kathy s third summer at Camp LJCC and she is excited about this year s camps and looking forward to seeing familiar faces and meeting lots of new ones. You can Kathy at knorris@bhamjcc.org 2

4 LJCC CAMP ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Camp Hours: 9AM - 3:30PM Before and After Camp Care We offer before-camp and after-camp care where kids will continue to be well cared for in a safe, happy, meaningful, and enriching program designed to help meet the needs of busy families. You may choose morning and/or afternoon childcare. In the morning, from 7 9AM, kids will be welcomed to the LJCC by counselors who will help them wake-up and get ready for a great day at camp. During our After Care, from 3:30 6PM, fully supervised by our counselors, kids will have an opportunity to finish a project, enjoy more time in the pool, play games or sports, or even relax in the Youth Lounge after a fun day at camp. Summer Camp Swim Lessons The primary goal of the LJCC Summer Aquatics Program is to teach water safety skills and basic strokes to all campers while maintaining small group lessons. LJCC water safety certified instructors follow all American Red Cross Swim Instruction guidelines and lesson plans. Weekly updates of your camper s aquatics progress will be available. Contact Tina Weldon at tweldon@bhamjcc.org to find out more about the Swim Lessons offered to summer campers. Before Care, 7-9AM Price: $35/wk MVP: $25/wk After Care, 3:30-6PM Price: $35/wk MVP: $25/wk Hot lunch A Kosher hot lunch is available for purchase for $6 per day and is provided by Bo s Kosher Cafe. 3

5 CAMP ECLC Camp K Ton Ton (18 months - 4 years) Infant Half Day Program Our eight week camp offers preschoolers a chance to enjoy a variety of recreational and educational summer experiences including cooking, camping, science, dance, music and more. The activity filled days are designed to expand your child s interests, teach skills and promote group cooperation through swimming, outdoor activities, creative movement, arts and crafts, and Judaic programming. Each week features outdoor games, swimming, arts and crafts, and special activities for each age group. Barbara Traweek, Cohn Early Childhood Learning Center Director, has been working at the J since 1993, first as a preschool teacher and then becoming Director of the Cohn ECLC. She received her degree from UAB in Early Childhood & Elementary Education. Barbara has been a member of the J since 1976 and she is also an alum of the LJCC Summer Camps. You can Barbara at btraweek@bhamjcc.org Beth Lovett, Cohn Early Childhood Learning Center Assistant Director, has a Bachelor of Arts degree in English from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. She began working at the LJCC in Beth says, I love being around the children every day, and I can t wait for a great summer! You can Beth at blovett@bhamjcc.org For more information about Camp ECLC, please contact Barbara Traweek at or btraweek@ bhamjcc.org or Beth Lovett at or blovett@bhamjcc.org. 4

6 CAMP KOCHAVIM Camp Kochavim (Stars) - Rising Kindergarteners The Cohn ECLC presents eight weeks of summer fun for rising kindergarteners. A traditional day camp experience, Camp Kochavim provides campers with a variety of exciting activities designed to foster independence and group cooperation while making new friends. Kochavim are part of the larger Camp LJCC. Their interaction with children of all ages prepares them for similar experiences as they enter kindergarten. CAMP LJCC Camp LJCC is broken down into groups. Rising 1st grade is camp Chaverim (Friends), rising 2nd & 3rd grades are camp Chalutzim (Pioneers), and rising 4th-6th grades are camp Olim (Explorers). Camp LJCC provides active campers the wonders and excitement of a Jewish day camp experience. From the pool to the playground and beyond, the day is filled with laughter, singing, and ruach (spirit), all within a positive and nurturing environment. For rising 1st -6th grades Weeks 1-8 Day Camp is our traditionally styled day camp and includes activities such as swimming, swim lessons, field trips, sports, games, art, hiking, cooking and special events that provide a variety of experiences that are challenging as well as exciting. $220/wk (rising Kindergarten) $250/wk (rising 1st grade) $265/wk (rising 2nd & 3rd grades) $270/wk (rising 4th - 6th grades) MVP* $195/wk (rising Kindergarten) $205/wk (rising 1st grade) $215/wk (rising 2nd & 3rd grades) $220/wk (rising 4th - 6th grades) 5

7 PRE-CAMP & POST CAMP MINI CAMP May 30 - June 2, July 31-August 4 & August 7-11 Pre-Camp and Post Camp Mini Camps are our traditionally styled day camp for the week preceding and following the official summer weeks. This camp includes activities such as swimming, swim lessons, sports, games, art, hiking, cooking, and special events. The JCC Maccabi Games will be taking place during Post Camp Mini Camp and as a result there will be limited spots available. Pre-Camp Mini Camp $176/wk (rising kindergarten)* $123/wk (rising 1st grade) $129/wk (rising 2nd & 3rd grades) $132/wk (rising 4th - 6th grades) MVP* $156/wk (rising kindergarten)* $150/wk (rising 1st grade) $159/wk (rising 2nd & 3rd grades) $162/wk (rising 4th - 6th grades) Post Camp Mini Camp $195/wk (rising kindergarten)* $205/wk (rising 1st grade) $215/wk (rising 2nd & 3rd grades) $220/wk (rising 4th - 6th grades) MVP* $195/wk (rising kindergarten)* $205/wk (rising 1st grade) $215/wk (rising 2nd & 3rd grades) $220/wk (rising 4th - 6th grades) Week 5 Rates $176/wk (rising kindergarten)* $200/wk (rising 1st grade) $240/wk (rising 2nd & 3rd grades) $216/wk (rising 4th - 6th grades) MVP* $156/wk (rising kindergarten)* $164/wk (rising 1st grade) $190/wk (rising 2nd & 3rd grades) $176/wk (rising 4th - 6th grades) Please contact Tina Weldon with any questions about Camp LJCC or tweldon@bhamjcc.org MVP* - Member Value Price 6

8 SPECIALTY CAMPS **All Specialty campers will also participate in swimming and other traditional day camp activities. TENNIS CAMP Ages 6 and up Pre-Camp and Weeks 3 & 7 (May 30-June 2, June 19-23, & July 17-21) Join us on the courts and learn solid foundation in stroke development, as well as targeting footwork to aid players at any level. There will be games and match play for all ability levels. Tennis camp will also include swimming and other traditional camp activities. $140/wk for half day tennis camp MVP* $115/wk $168/wk of May 29-June 2 MVP* $138/wk $84/wk of May 29-June 2 for half day MVP* $69/wk THE GREAT OUTDOORS CAMP Rising 2nd-6th grades Week 1 (June 5-9) Do you like to spend time outdoors? If so, this is the perfect camp for you. Camping, hiking, fishing, rock climbing, and survival skills are all a part of this adventure. You will enjoy climbing on a climbing wall provided by First Avenue Rocks as well as other outdoor activities. Come make new friends while exploring activities that will connect you to the outdoors and get to know nature and how much fun it can be in the Great Outdoor Adventure Camp. CAESAR LAWRENCE S CHESS CAMP Rising 2nd-6th grades Weeks 1 & 7 (June 5-9) Strategy, teamwork, checkmate, fun - do these words sound interesting to you? The LJCC is partnering with Caesar Lawrence of Caesar Chess to provide a week of chess instruction and tournaments. Learn the value of teamwork and cooperation with different chess exercises. Chess is everything: art, science, and sport. -Anatoly Karpov 7

9 CHEERNASTICS CAMP Rising 2nd-8th grades Week 2 (June 12-16) Who has S-P-I-R-I-T! This camp is perfect for the beginner cheerleader and those who want to sharpen their skills. Campers will learn all of the cheerleading basics including fun jumps, spirits, SUPERSTAR cheers, and pom-pom dances. The campers will also be introduced to gymnastics, starting with rolls, handstands, cartwheels, etc. depending on the camper s ability. This is a fantastic camp for every future cheerleader. Campers will have an opportunity to show-off their cheernastics at the end of the week at the Camp LJCC Sports Flag Football Game. FLAG FOOTBALL CAMP Rising 2nd-8th grades Week 2 (June 12-16) Flag Football is the perfect camp for athletes who want a complete introduction to America s Game or for those who simply want to brush up on their skills in preparation for league play. Campers will learn skills on both sides of the ball including the core components of passing, catching, and e-flagging or defensive positioning - all presented in a fun and positive environment. The week ends with the Camp LJCC Sports Bowl, giving participants a chance to showcase their skills on the gridiron! BASKETBALL CAMP Rising 2nd-8th grades Week 3 (June 19-23) Dribbling, shooting, offensive and defensive skills training, conditioning, and scrimmaging are all a part of this camp. Campers who are new to the game can learn all the core basketball fundamentals to succeed in leagues and intermediate level players can continue to hone their skills with proper instruction from high-level coaches. The goal of this camp is to teach campers the fundamentals of the game of basketball and to develop their individual and team skills so they can go on to play basketball at a more competitive level either now or in the future. MVP* - Member Value Price 8

10 LEGOROBOTICS CAMP Rising 2nd-6th grades Week 3 (June 19-23) Power up your engineering skills with over 100,000 pieces of LEGOS! Campers will apply real-world concepts in physics, engineering, and architecture through engineer-designed projects such as arch bridges, skyscrapers, motorized cars, and more using the latest technology! Design and build as never before, and explore your craziest ideas in a supportive environment. An experienced instructor will challenge new and returning campers to engineer at the next level. $290/wk MVP* $240/wk COMPUTER CODING CAMP Rising 2nd-8th grades Week 4 (June 26-30) Do you like brain teasers and games like Flappy Bird and Plants vs. Zombies? Find out how they are made in our Computer Coding Camp. Campers will learn the basics of computer science and programming through fun and engaging online puzzles. Whether you re a computer whiz or a tech novice, you can learn to code and have a blast while doing so! $290/wk MVP* $240/wk ALL SPORTS CAMP Rising 2nd-8th grades Week 4 (June 26-30) Calling all athletes! Can t decide what sport you like best? Get ready to develop and practice skills for a variety of sports with other teammates. Soccer, flag football, basketball, lacrosse, and ultimate frisbee are all part of this camp. Campers will focus on technique, strategy, and individual and team development. The camp week will consist of drills, technical skill practice as well as scrimmages. You will have a chance to develop skills in an environment that promotes sportsmanship, healthy activity, friendship, and fun. MVP* - Member Value Price 9

11 SPLASH CAMP Rising 2nd-6th grades Week 5 (July 3-7) Attention landlubbers: Splish-Splash - this camp is a blast! Are you going to get wet? You bet! Get off the pool deck and into the water! Learn about the wonders of water and everything that goes in it and on it. Explore the joys of water through active, engaging activities, games and water adventures while developing better swim skills. It definitely will not be a dry week! UAB SOCCER CAMP Ages 5-12 Week 6 (July 10-14) Each session will focus on skill development for young soccer players. Campers will learn soccer skills and techniques through exercises and games specifically designed for the young player. Campers are encouraged to learn and develop at their own pace under the careful guidance of the director and his expert staff. The emphasis is always on fun and learning. Register Online at UABSoccerCamp.com BROADWAY CAMP Rising 2nd-8th grades Weeks 6 & 7 (July 10-21) Join us center stage as we learn the magic of theatre. Campers will spend two weeks learning basic acting and performance techniques while developing selfconfidence, poise, and stage presence. The campers will show off their amazing new skills in a performance for family and friends. This year s production will be Disney Jr. s The Aristocats. $520/2wks MVP* $410/2wks 10

12 MAD SCIENCE CAMP Rising 2nd-6th grades Week 6 (July 10-14) Welcome and enter if you dare! Dynamic Education Adventure will help campers cross the threshold to a mad scientist s lab where they will examine and create some of the weirdest, creepiest, and craziest science experiments ever seen. Whether it is funky physics, crazy chemistry, bizarre biology or creepy creatures, it is guaranteed to be a week full of extremely weird and wild science. TOP CHEF CAMP Rising 2nd-6th grades Week 8 (July 24-28) Ready, set, cook! This camp will introduce campers to skills that will be sure to have their taste buds watering. Learn to prepare a variety of great food that kids can easily make on their own. Campers will learn kitchen safety, proper food handling, food preparation, and cooking and baking techniques. ART CAMP Rising 2nd-8th grades Week 8 (July 24-28) Pack your bag and join us on a worldwide exploration of creativity, sampling artistic styles from across the globe! Be sure your budding artist brings their creative hat for a week of artistic fun! MVP* - Member Value Price 11

13 Summer Shlichim Housing Needed! Once again, Camp LJCC is thrilled to welcome shlichim (Israeli Counselors) to Alabama. These young adults bring Israel to your child s camp experience and can do the same in your home. Families who have hosted shlichim in the past will tell you what an enriching experience it is. If you would like the opportunity to host one of these amazing Israelis, please contact Tina Weldon at or tweldon@bhamjcc.org. The shlichim arrive in May and stay through the end of July. Optimal hosting sessions are 2-3 weeks and families can choose to house one or both shlichim. Counselors Wanted Being part of the JCC Summer Day Camp staff is a unique and rewarding experience. Teachers, college students and high school students all have a place on our staff. Counselor responsibilities include: Developing daily camp activities. Responsibility for knowing each camper s special needs (physical, emotional, family, psychological issues, medications, allergies, dynamics between campers, etc.) Engaging in specialty activities (drama, arts and crafts, sports, etc.), actively participate in free swim sessions, and aid lifeguards to ensure pool safety. Skills required: organization, creativity, the ability to ensure the safety of your campers at all times, maintenance of accurate attendance logs, etc. Must set a positive example for his/her peers and younger staff members. Reports directly to the Camp Director Salary is based on experience and seniority. If you would like to be considered for a position as a counselor or specialist, please complete the 2017 Counselor Application online at bhamjcc.org and provide no less than two Reference Forms. Counselor-In-Training (CIT) Program Rising 9th and 10th graders This program is designed for high school teens who are interested in learning how to be great counselors and effective leaders. The CIT experience includes: assisting with daily group activities; involvement in large scale camp events; weekly leadership development training and teambuilding; and time to hang out with friends. Subject to application CIT Registration fee $35 Apply online at bhamjcc.org. 12

14 Registration Information & Rules for All Programs Please read carefully before you complete your camper s registration form. PRIORITY REGISTRATION: Registrations are processed in the order they are received. Enrollment is on a first-come, first-served basis. LJCC family memberships must remain active throughout the entire camp session in order to receive member rates. The registration form along with all paperwork which includes: medical form and contact and emergency form, MUST be completed in order for the registration to be processed. These forms can be found online at bhamjcc.org as well as the Welcome Desk. If you have questions, call Tina Weldon at For information on LJCC membership, please contact Monika Flurer Singletary the Director of M.O.R.E. at monika@ bhamjcc.org or LIMITED ENROLLMENT: Due to Birmingham licensing, each session has a fixed maximum number of campers that can be accommodated. Parents will be notified if they are put on a wait list. For the safety of our campers, enrollment cannot be expanded beyond capacity. Please register early to ensure your placement. There is a separate wait list for each camp. Slots are filled as space becomes available per camp. All programs are contingent upon minimum enrollment. TUITION AND DEPOSITS: There is a $75 ($50 Member Value Price) registration fee per child due at the time of registration. The camp registration fee is nonrefundable. Camp withdrawals or additions must be in writing on the LJCC Drop/Add request form. There is a $20 administrative fee for each Drop/Add form processed and you will be responsible for any difference in price of the camps. A full refund is given if notice is 4 or more weeks prior to start date. There is a 75% refund for 3 or more weeks, a 50% refund for 2 or more weeks and 25% refund for less than 2 weeks prior to start date. Once the camp begins, no refund is given. Payments for camps are due on the 1st of the month in which that camp occurs (i.e. payment for camps that take place in June will be drafted on June 1). If you register for camp after the 1st of the month in which that camp occurs, payment is due at the time of registration. If camp fees haven t been paid and you drop a camp 4 weeks in advance, no charge, 3 weeks prior to the camp 25% is due, 2 weeks or less 50% is due and if the camp is dropped the week of camp the full amount is due. Camp fees can be paid by cash, checks made payable to the LJCC, or charged to all major credit cards. For any question regarding payment please contact Priscilla Denard at pdenard@ bhamjcc.org or FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: If you are in need of financial assistance, please contact Betzy Lynch at to request scholarship information. INCLUSION AT CAMP LJCC: We support the inclusion of all children in camp. We follow the model that all people deserve to be included into society no matter one s physical, social, or emotional barriers. Camp is a place to learn, grow, and have fun! We encourage everybody to experience camp sometime in their life. If your child needs additional support to successfully participate in Camp LJCC, we can arrange for a shadow that would be a good fit for your child. We look forward to supporting you and your child to encourage a successful and funfilled summer! Please contact Kathy Norris at knorris@ bhamjcc.org or to arrange for a shadow or other accommodations. LJCC CAMP FORMS: All forms MUST be received at the time of registration. Forms are available at the Welcome Desk at the LJCC as well as online at bhamjcc.org. No camper will be able to attend camp unless these forms are on file. Please do not bring them the first day of camp. LUNCH: All campers are to bring a lunch and refillable drink bottle each day. Kosher hot lunch is available for purchase everyday through Bo s Kosher Café for $6 per day. If you would like to order lunch please fill out the lunch order form available online or at the Welcome Desk. You can also contact Tara Barber at tesbarber@hotmail. com or A morning snack will be provided for each camper. CARPOOL: Each camp will receive two carpool tags. Families are required to show these cards when picking up children. Pick up is done at the Sokol Fitness Center entrance at 3:30 p.m. SESSION CHANGES: If a participant wishes to switch camps and space allows, we request a two-day notice prior to the beginning of the session. You are responsible for any price difference in the camps plus a $20 fee. PHOTOS AND VIDEOGRAPHY: The LJCC reserves the right to photograph and videotape camp and sports activities for use in publicity and promotional materials. Please notify us in writing, and submit a photo of your child, if you do not wish your child s photo to be used. 13

15 Choose your own path this summer with Camp LJCC Middle School Camp! Check out our Middle School Camp brochure online or at the LJCC Welcome Desk for more information on our exciting new camps offered for campers in grades 6, 7, and 8! Visit bhamjcc.org or contact Tina Weldon at for more information. All-Sports Camp June Get ready to develop and practice skills for a variety of sports. Soccer, flag football, basketball, lacrosse, and ultimate frisbee will all be a part of this camp. You will have a chance to develop skills in an environment that promotes sportsmanship, healthy activity, friendship, and fun. Each sport will be led by a qualified instructor. $350/wk MVP* $300/wk Sherron s Kitchen Camp June Ready, Set, Cook! This camp will introduce you to skills that will be sure to have your taste buds watering. Learn to prepare a variety of great foods that you can easily make on your own. Campers will learn kitchen safety, proper food handling, food preparation, cooking and baking techniques, presentation and much more. The week will end with teamwork and a healthy competition. $350/wk MVP* $300/wk Middle school camps that have less than 12 campers sign up will be canceled. Scuba Diving Camp July For the first time ever, Camp LJCC is offering teenagers a unique opportunity to become licensed Scuba Divers. JCC longtime member, Dina Marble, has been a PADI Master Scuba Diver Trainer since 1994 and will lead an action-packed, fun-filled week of Scuba Camp for kids ages Depending on age, each camper will earn a PADI Open Water or Jr. Open Water certification which allows them to Scuba dive anywhere in the world for the rest of their lives. To ensure safety, this camp is limited to 12 spots. Campers need to provide mask, snorkel, fins and a weight belt. The folks at Scuba Ventures in Vestavia are committed to working with our campers to ensure all equipment fits properly which is essential for a safe and fun experience. Please contact Dina at with any questions related to Scuba Camp or equipment. $600/wk MVP* $550/wk Great Outdoor Adventure Camp July Come spend a week finding your path in the Great Outdoors. Camping, hiking, fishing, kayaking, rock climbing, and survival skills are all a part of this adventure. Explore activities that will connect you to the outdoors. The week will consist of rock climbing at Birmingham Boulders and an overnight camping trip. $375/wk MVP* $325/wk SIGN UP FOR CAMP EARLY AND SAVE! Sign up before March 15 and be entered to win all eight weeks of Camp LJCC Day Camp for FREE!* *This excludes specialty camps. 14

16 Levite Jewish Community Center 3960 Montclair Road Birmingham, AL bhamjcc.org Non-Profit U.S. Postage PAID Birmingham, AL Permit No. 236 It s that time of year again! Summer Camp 2017 Including Day Camp, Sports, Specialty Camps and MORE! May 30 - June 2 Pre-Camp June 5-9 Week 1 June12-16 Week 2 June Week 3 June 26 - June 30 Week 4 Pre-Camp Mini Camp Tennis Camp #1 Day Camp Chess Camp The Great Outdoors Camp Day Camp Cheernastics Camp Flag Football Camp Day Camp Basketball Camp Legorobotics Camp Tennis Camp #2 Day Camp All-Sports Camp Computer Coding Camp July 3-7 Week 5 Day Camp Splash Camp July Week 6 Day Camp Broadway at the J Camp (2wks) Mad Science Camp UAB Soccer Camp July Week 7 Day Camp Broadway at the J Camp (2wks) Tennis Camp #3 July Week 8 Day Camp Art Camp Top Chef Camp July 31-Aug. 4 Post Camp Post Camp Mini Camp Aug Post Camp Post Camp Mini Camp Register online at bhamjcc.org today!