2018 Summer Camps Parent/Guardian Guide

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1 2018 Summer Camps Parent/Guardian Guide

2 Table of Contents Welcome to the RecKids 2018 Summer Camps!... 5 Camp Information... 5 Mission... 5 Our Goals... 5 Contact Information... 5 Contacting Your Child During Camp... 5 Contacting the Manager, Coordinator or Assistant of Camps... 6 Staff... 6 Registration... 7 Summer Camp Deposits... 7 Financial Assistance/Vouchers... 7 Registration Procedure... 7 Forms to Submit... 7 How to Register... 7 Aquatics Summer Camp:... 8 Rugby Summer Camp:... 8 Outdoor Adventure Camp:... 8 Mountain Lion Summer Camp:... 8 Payment Policies... 8 Summer Camp... 8 Summer Camp Late or Missing Payments... 8 Waitlist Procedures... 8 Payment Methods... 9 Refunds... 9 Rec Kids EIN... 9 Camp Operating Procedures... 9 Camp Rules Valuables Medication Accidents and Emergencies Illness Other Absences

3 Discipline Camp Location and Parking Picture ID required Camper Checklist Clothing and Shoes Snacks Sun Protection Appendix A: Rugby Summer Camp...14 Description Camp Need to Knows What to Bring Camp Dates Camper Age Range Discount Eligibility Contact information Example Daily Schedule Appendix B: Splish N Splash Swim Camp...16 Description Camp Need to Knows What to Bring Camp dates Camper Age Range Discount Eligibility Contact Information Example Daily Schedule: Appendix C: Outdoor Adventure Camp...18 Description Camp Need to Knows What to Bring Camp Dates Camper Age Range Discount Eligibility Contact Information Example Daily Schedule Appendix D: Mountain Lion Summer Camp

4 Description Camp Need to Knows What to Bring Camp Dates Camper Age Range Discount Eligibility Contact Information Example Daily Schedule Campus Map

5 Welcome to the RecKids 2018 Summer Camps! Dear RecKids Families: We would like to personally thank each of you for your participation and loyalty to the RecKids Camp program! Our continued success is all thanks to our wonderful families. We are committed to providing your child(ren) with a quality, safe, well-rounded recreation experience. UCCS RecKids Camp program offers children a variety of activities each day assuring you that your child(ren) will have fun while developing relationships with other campers as well as the monitors, as they experience and discover the world around them. Both small and large group activities will allow your child(ren) to learn the importance of valuing diversity, being a team player and leading by example. Each camp session includes a variety of activities which allows your child(ren) to grow in mind and body. Camp Information Mission Our mission is to provide your child(ren) with an exciting, well-rounded recreation experience. RecKids Camp is structured to emphasize your child s development and education while promoting healthy lifestyles among school-aged children. Our Goals To help each child develop to their fullest potential, focusing on self-confidence and a positive self-image. To provide developmentally appropriate activities which promote life-long learning of recreational and sports skills. To deliver the program in a positive camp environment where the safety and security of each child is a top priority. Contact Information Contacting Your Child During Camp If you have an emergency and need to contact your child during the camp, call The Gallogly Recreation and Wellness Center front desk at We will get the message to your child(ren) as promptly as possible. 5

6 Contacting the Manager, Coordinator or Assistant of Camps If the Coordinator or Assistant of Camps is unavailable, please leave a message and we will get back to you as soon as possible Recreation and Wellness Center Front Desk Recreation and Wellness Center Fax Number reckids@uccs.edu Rec Kids Camp Recreation and Wellness Center 1420 Austin Bluffs Pkwy. Colorado Springs, CO Main RecKids Address Mailing Address Skyler Cook scook5@uccs.edu Coordinator of Competitive Sports and Youth Programs Mariah Willey mwilley@uccs.edu Program Assistant; Youth Programs Mallory Barger mbarger@uccs.edu Manager of Competitive Sports Staff Camp is under the supervision of recreation professional staff members and camp monitors. All monitors are college students. Each staff member is First Aid/CPR/AED certified, and CDC Heads Up concussion recognition certified. All camp staff will go through at least two rounds of interviews, reference checks, an annual sex offender registry check and must pass mandatory background checks. The camper-to-staff ratio is never more than 9:1. Other topics included in staff training include but are not limited to: bullying prevention and recognition, child development, special needs accommodations, sensitive subjects, discipline, conflict resolution, communicable diseases, supervision standards, child abuse recognition and reporting and active listening. 6

7 Registration Summer Camp Deposits At the time of summer camp registration, parents/guardians may elect to pay the entire balance or just the deposits. A non-refundable $30 deposit per child, per week, will reserve a camper s spot. The deposit will be deducted from the total camp fees. Financial Assistance/Vouchers Unfortunately at this time, RecKids does not offer financial assistance or accept vouchers. Registration Procedure Parents/guardians may enroll their child(ren) until all sessions are filled. Reservations are accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis. **RecKids reserves the right to cancel reservations for non-payment and for children that pose disciplinary problems in camp. Forms to Submit All forms can be found on our website: Campers with incomplete or missing forms will not be permitted to participate in RecKids Camp. Forms include: Camp Registration and Waiver form (online only). Rock Wall Waiver (Download PDF and return via or in person). In addition, parents with children who will need camp staff to administer medications during camp hours must submit a Medication Authorization form. Please call us at or so we may ensure that we can accommodate your child s medication administration. Late enrollments require that all paperwork and forms be completed prior to the child s participation in the program. **All forms are due ten (10) days prior to the first day of the camp session/program. How to Register 7

8 You may register for camp at our website on our online registration form at: Aquatics Summer Camp: Rugby Summer Camp: Outdoor Adventure Camp: Mountain Lion Summer Camp: Payment may be done over the phone or in person for credit cards, in person for cash, check or credit card and checks may also be sent via snail mail. UCCS Recreation and Wellness Center Campus Recreation 1420 Austin Bluffs Pkwy Colorado Springs, CO Payment Policies Summer Camp All balance payments for summer camp are due ten (10) days prior to the first day of the camp week. All payments must be received before your child may participate in the program. Summer Camp Late or Missing Payments RecKids Camp will send reminder s for outstanding payments leading up to each camp week. Following the payment due date. Ten (10) days before the start of camp. Families with missing payments may result in the forfeiture of their reservation. Late payments received will be assessed a $10 fee per child, per week. Waitlist Procedures Summer camp enrollment fills quickly, and unfortunately we will not be able to offer immediate enrollment after this point. As a result, prospective campers may be placed on the waitlist. Each session of camp is a separate waitlist. If a camper is placed on a waitlist: A deposit or payment is not required at the time. The parent or guardian will still need to provide relevant information (Parent name/ /phone number and camper name/dob/gender). 8

9 If a spot opens up, the Assistant of Camps will contact the family by phone. In order to be respectful of others on the waitlist, a family will have two (2) business days to make a decision whether or not to accept the spot. o Should a parent/guardian be contacted on the Thursday prior to the camp week, he or she will have until Friday at 4pm to decide. If you find other care for the summer, please call us at to remove your camper from the waitlist(s). Payment Methods Campus Recreation accepts cash, check and credit cards (Visa, Mastercard). Please write checks to "UCCS Campus Recreation". In-person: UCCS Recreation and Wellness Center 1420 Austin Bluffs Parkway Colorado Springs, CO Phone (Credit Card Only after Online Registration has been completed and confirmed): Snail mail: Summer Camp Registration Attn: Skyler cook UCCS Recreation and Wellness Center 1420 Austin Bluffs Parkway Colorado Springs, CO Refunds Parents requesting a refund fourteen (14) days or more prior to the camp week will be given a 100% refund minus the $30 non-refundable deposit. Refunds requested inside of the fourteen (14) days prior to the camp week will receive a 50% refund. Refunds during the camp week will not be given. For check payments and cash payments over $80, please allow two (2) to four (4) weeks for a refund check to be mailed. Rec Kids EIN For those who wish to claim RecKids expenses for tax purposes, please use the University of Colorado EIN Number: Camp Operating Procedures 9

10 Camp Rules Our camp rules are based around creating a safe and respectful atmosphere for everybody. 1. Respect fellow campers and camp staff. a. Be friendly, include others, keep hands and bodies to yourself, follow directions & listen. 2. Respect the camp building & property. a. No running through the halls, yelling in the hallways, damaging sport equipment etc. 3. Have good sportsmanship. a. Encourage teammates, but also have respect for your competition, win or lose. 4. HAVE FUN! Valuables We ask that before bringing your child to camp, you make sure that they have left all valuable items at home. UCCS and its staff will not be responsible for lost or stolen items. The following items should be left at home: Cellphones Handheld Video Games Ipod or MP3 player Tablets Digital Cameras We understand that some parents may feel more comfortable if your child(ren) has a cellphone in their possession. If this is the case please let someone from the camp staff know, and we will handle the situation accordingly. Medication All medications to be administered by RecKids staff must be communicated to the program coordinator (Skyler Cook), or the program assistant. A medical authorization form must be filled out prior to submitting medication. If your child s medication requires specific directions, please contact Skyler Cook for a meeting to discuss the details of the medication. Accidents and Emergencies In the case of an emergency or accident involving your child, you will be contacted following notification of the appropriate emergency personnel. All camp staff members have current CPR, 10

11 AED, and First Aid certifications. Should the parents/guardians be unavailable, the emergency contact listed will be contacted. UCCS employs a campus public safety department that monitors all campus activities on a daily basis. Illness If your child should become ill while at camp, you will be notified immediately. Based on the severity of the illness, we may ask you to pick up your child from camp. Parents/Guardians will be notified immediately and asked to pick up your child if they present with a fever, nausea or vomiting. For the health and well-being of the rest of the children and staff at camp, we ask for your discretion on bringing your child to camp if they are ill. Other Absences In the instance that your child must miss camp for other reasons, please let us know ahead of time so that we can plan accordingly. However, keep in mind that we do not offer refunds for days/hours not attended. Discipline RecKids Camp Staff understands that every camper may have a difficult experience on occasion. Our goal is to quickly resolve any conflicts and keep your child(ren) involved in the activities. The RecKids Camp Staff will adhere to the following guidelines and procedures: Step 1: Verbal Warning- The camper will be notified of their behavior and given cues to correct the behavior. Step 2: Time-out- The camper will sit out of an activity for a predetermined amount of time. Following the time-out, the staff member will address the situation with the child, give them cues on how to correct the behavior, and communicate further consequences should the child continue the behavior. Step 3: Trip to the Camp Office- The staff member and camper will meet with camp administrators to discuss the camper s behavior and future consequences. The staff will complete a discipline form that will be given to a parent/guardian upon pick up. Step 4: Camper/Parent/Staff Meeting- The Coordinator of the program will contact the parent or guardian of the child to arrange a meeting. The forms of discipline as well as the behavior associated will be discussed with the child and parent. All parties involved will try and put together a plan for the camper s future behavior. Step 5: Suspension/Expulsion- If behavior persists, the parent will be called to pick-up the camper. Suspensions will range from the remainder of a day to multiple days or expulsion. 11

12 RecKids Camp reserves the right to skip any of these steps depending on the severity of the situation. Camp Location and Parking The official camp location is the UCCS Gallogly Recreation and Wellness Center, 1420 Austin Bluffs Parkway, Colorado Springs, CO Drop-off and Pick-up may either be in our UCCS Gallogly Recreation and Wellness Center gymnasium, lobby or right in front of our Alpine Turf Field located to the north of our main Campus Recreation building. Parking is available in the small parking lot to the North of the Recreation and Wellness Center as well as in the Alpine Parking Garage located off of Mountain Lion Way and Stanton Rd. Both the small parking lot and parking garage are monitored and ticketed by UCCS Public Safety. Parents and authorized parties must park in the designated visitor parking spots only. These spots will not be ticketed during camp drop-off and pick-up times (Please see specific camp Appendices for specific camp drop-off/pick-up times and locations). Parking in Alpine Garage or the parking lot next to the Recreation and Wellness center outside of acceptable time frames may result in a ticket, for which Campus Recreation will not be held responsible. For a detailed visitor parking map please visit the following website: *A detailed Parent Letter will also be sent out to the parents/guardians one (1) week before the specific camp session you have registered your child(ren) for begins which will included the exact location of drop-off/pick-up for your summer camp.* Picture ID required Only registered and authorized parents and parties can pick up and drop off campers. A government issued picture ID must be presented at the time of pick up or drop-off. No exceptions. Late drop-off policy The late drop-off policy is in effect 5 minutes following the beginning of camp. Campus Recreation understands that uncontrollable circumstances may arise causing late arrival to camp. Parents/guardians are responsible for contacting the Recreation and Wellness Center front desk at to set up a location to receive your child(ren). Late pick-up policy The late pick-up policy is in effect 5 minutes following the conclusion of camp. A $1 fee will be charged, per child, for every minute an authorized parent or party is late. Fees are payable immediately upon arrival at the camp location. Inclement weather Summer camp staff will move planned outside activities and sessions indoors in case of inclement weather. Refunds will not be issued if activities are canceled. 12

13 Camper Checklist Campers must bring the following every day: Swim suit and towel Two snacks (morning and afternoon) Lunch Athletic clothing Athletic, closed toe shoes Backpack with extra clothing Highly recommended for campers to bring each day: Hat Water Bottle Sunscreen Clothing and Shoes Children should come to camp prepared for varies activity. For each day, children should have comfortable athletic shoes, and appropriate clothing for physical activity. A spare change of clothes is also recommended. Snacks Parents must pack at least two (2) snacks every day (for full day camp weeks). We will make sure that your child is staying hydrated by taking plenty of water breaks throughout the day. A water bottle is highly recommended. There are plenty of water fountains around the facility to refill bottles throughout the day. Sun Protection We suggest that you pack sunscreen for your child, due to the fact that many children are sensitive to certain brands and formulas. We will have plenty of sunscreen on site to make sure everybody is getting the sufficient protection. 13

14 Appendix A: Rugby Summer Camp Description This week, on the UCCS Alpine Field, we emphasize skill development and appreciation for the sport of Rugby! Each day, we will dive into four (4) hours of skilled training completed by certified Rugby coaches. Along with technical skill development, kids will have access to the UCCS student recreation experience that includes the opportunity to conquer our brand new 27- foot bouldering wall, take a dip in our state of the art swimming pool featuring four 25-yard lap lanes, a vortex pool, drop slide, hydro-therapy jets and in-water seating. Campers will also gain some valuable insights in teambuilding and building healthy competitive models through partaking in various gym games and activities held on our newly refined basketball courts! This camp is open to boys and girls ages 8 years-14 years of all talent and experience levels. Throughout the week we will focus on the logistics of Rugby and developing overall effective and efficient players! This camp is non-contact and focuses on learning the game and having fun in the process! Camp Need to Knows Each camp will run from 8 am-5 pm Drop-off will begin at 8 am followed by a dynamic warm-up on the Alpine Field Drop-off and Pick-up will ALWAYS be on Alpine Field Campers must have an extra pair of clothing for after swim time Campers should arrive prior to 8 am to ensure no important rules are missed! Lunch will not be provided so make sure to pack snacks as well as lunch Each camper will receive a camp t-shirt as well as a rugby ball What to Bring Campers must wear closed toes shoes Campers should always dress with weather appropriate attire (including hat) Campers should always bring a backpack for carrying clothes and lunch Campers should always bring a lunch, at least 2 snacks, 32 oz water bottle Campers must have an extra pair of clothing and towel for after swim time Campers should arrive prior to 8 am to ensure no important rules are missed! Campers should bring sun protection Camp Dates June 11- June 15 14

15 Camper Age Range Ages 8 years- 14 years Discount Eligibility Non-Affiliation: $400 Faculty/Staff: $380 Siblings: $380 Contact information Eric Simpkin; Program Assistant; Youth Programs (Rugby) at or reckids@uccs.edu Example Daily Schedule 7:30am-8:00am Drop-Off (Alpine Field) 8:00am- 8:30am Introductions/Camp Rules/Expectations 8:30am-9:00am Warm Up 9:00am-10:45am Rugby Session 1 10:45am- 11:00am Snack/Change for Swimming 11:00am- 12:30pm Activity 1 (Pool, Rock Wall, Open Court/Gym Games) 12:30pm -1:30pm Lunch 1:30pm- 2:45pm Activity 2 (Pool, Rock Wall, Open Court/Gym Games) 2:45pm- 3:00pm Snack/Change for Rugby 3:00pm- 4:30pm Rugby Session 2 4:30pm-5:00pm Pick-Up (Alpine Field) 15

16 Appendix B: Splish N Splash Swim Camp Description During our Splish N Splash (learn to swim) summer camp, kiddos will be surrounded by trained, certified and friendly lifeguards and instructors as they dive into our newly renovated aquatic center equipped with four (4) lap lanes, a vortex pool, in-water seating and toys! Each morning will be filled with a quality 45 minute swim lesson, structured safety drills and up to an hour of free swim time to allow the kiddos a chance to show off what they have learned! Kiddos will also receive a chance to flex their creative muscles as we partake in various arts and crafts activities! Not only does our Splish N Splash summer camp allow the kiddos to take a dip in the water, we will also get out in the sun and play some group games on our state of the art Alpine Turf Field! Camp Need to Knows Each Camp day will run from 8 am- 12 pm Drop-off will begin at 7:30 am and end at 8 am and pick up will begin at 11:45 am and end at 12:15 pm Drop-off will ALWAYS be in the front of our UCCS Gallogly Recreation and wellness Center Pick-up will either be at our UCCS Gallogly Recreation and Wellness Center Alpine Field or in our Recreation Center front lobby (parents will be notified prior to the start of the designated pick-up time) Campers must have an extra pair of clothing for after swim time Campers should arrive prior to 8 am to ensure no important rules are missed! Campers should come to camp already dressed in their swim attire (underneath clothing) Each camper will receive a UCCS Splish N Splash Aquatics Summer Camp t-shirt Each camper needs to have at least one snack for after pool time Each day campers will either take a trip to Alpine field at the end of the day or complete a designated craft What to Bring Campers should always bring swim suit and towel Campers should always bring lunch and at least 1 snack Campers should always wear athletic clothing and an extra pair of clothing is suggested Campers should always wear athletic, closed toe shoes Campers should always bring sunscreen 16

17 Camp dates June 18- June 22 Camper Age Range Ages 6 years- 12 years Discount Eligibility Non-Affiliation: $280 Faculty/Staff: $250 Siblings: $250 Contact Information Mariah Willey, Youth Programs Assistant at or reckids@uccs.edu Brooke Freudenhammer, Program Coordinator, Aquatics and Special Events at or lfreuden@uccs.edu Example Daily Schedule: 7:30am-8:00am 8:00am- 8:15 am 8:20am- 8:30am 8:30-9:15am 9:15am- 9:30am 9:30am- 10:15am 10:15am -10:40am 10:40am- 11am 11am- 11:45am 11:45am- 12:15pm Drop-Off (Recreation Center Parking Loop Court A Door Drop) Change for Swimming Introductions/Rules Swim Lessons Safety Drills Free Swim Changing Snack (Tuesday, Thursday) Alpine Field free play, Arts and Crafts/Gym Games (Monday, Wednesday, Friday) Rock Wall Pick-Up (Recreation Center Parking Loop Court A Door Drop) 17

18 Appendix C: Outdoor Adventure Camp Description The Outdoor Adventure Camp (OAC) will offer campers the opportunity to dive into a variety of outdoor adventure and extreme sports. The camp will be led by experienced outdoor educators who will ensure a fun, safe, and dynamic atmosphere each day for our participants. The OAC will venture off the UCCS Campus most days (weather pending) and explore all the unique outdoor recreation offerings in our area. As part of the Outdoor Adventure Camp, participants can also expect daily time in the pool and daily climbing at the Student Outdoor Learning Experience climbing wall. Camp Need to Knows Camp will run from 8 am-5 pm Drop-off and Pick-up will ALWAYS be in the front of our UCCS Gallogly Recreation and Wellness Center Drop-off time is between 7:30-8:00 am Pick-up time is between 4:30-5:00 pm What to Bring Campers must wear closed toes shoes Campers should always dress with weather appropriate attire (including hat) Campers should always bring a backpack for carrying clothes and lunch Campers should always bring a lunch, at least 2 snacks, 32 oz water bottle Campers must have an extra pair of clothing and towel for after swim time Campers should arrive prior to 8 am to ensure no important rules are missed! Campers should bring sun protection Camp Dates July 23 - July 26 (Monday-Thursday) Camper Age Range Ages 8 years- 14 years Discount Eligibility Non-Affiliation: $320 Faculty/Staff: $300 Siblings: $300 18

19 Contact Information Mariah Willey, Youth Programs Assistant at or Example Daily Schedule **Activities change daily- Specific Day to Day Schedule will be sent to registered parents/guardians two (2) weeks before the start of camp. Drop-Off 7:30 am - 8:00 am (Recreation Center Parking Loop Court A Door Drop) 8:00 am - 8:30 am Overview of Day and Group Activity 8:30 am - 9:00 am Departure 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Outdoor Activity (Varies each day) 3:00 pm 4:00 pm Swim or Free Climb 4:00 pm - 4:30 pm Group Activity and Next Day Preview Pick-Up ( Recreation Center 4:30 pm - 5:00 pm Parking Loop Court A Door Drop) 19

20 Appendix D: Mountain Lion Summer Camp Description This week, we emphasize a holistic approach! We will strive to provide each camper with the resources they need to discover their true passions! We will take some hikes on our newly constructed trails located right behind our Recreation Center, gain a green thumb when we explore our Green House, get some sun and enjoy some outdoor group games up on our Alpine Turf Field, and take a dip in our state of the art swimming pool that includes four 25-yard lap lanes, a vortex pool, drop slide, in-water seating and toys! Campers will also receive the opportunity to conquer our brand new 27-foot bouldering wall and then tie it all together through learning how to create healthy eating habits through nutrition sessions led by our UCCS Campus Recreation registered dietitian! Campers will gain some valuable insights in teambuilding and building healthy competitive models through partaking in various gym games and activities held on our newly refined basketball courts! Kiddos will also receive a chance to flex their creative muscles as we partake in various arts and crafts activities! This camp is open to boys and girls ages 6 years-12 years. Camp Need to Knows Camp will run from 8 am-5 pm Drop-off and Pick-up will ALWAYS be in the front of our UCCS Gallogly Recreation and Wellness Center Drop-off time is between 7:30-8:00 am Pick-up time is between 4:30-5:00 pm What to Bring Campers must wear closed toes shoes Campers should always dress with weather appropriate attire (including hat) Campers should always bring a backpack for carrying clothes and lunch Campers should always bring a lunch, at least 2 snacks, 32 oz water bottle Campers must have an extra pair of clothing and towel for after swim time Campers should arrive prior to 8 am to ensure no important rules are missed! Campers should bring sun protection Camp Dates July 16 - July 20 20

21 Camper Age Range Ages 6 years- 12 years Discount Eligibility Non-Affiliation: $320 Faculty/Staff: $300 Siblings: $300 Contact Information Mariah Willey, Youth Programs Assistant at or reckids@uccs.edu Example Daily Schedule **Activities change daily- Specific Day to Day Schedule will be sent to registered parents/guardians two (2) weeks before the start of camp. 7:30am-8:00am 8:00am-8:30am 8:30am-9:00am 9:00am-9:15am 9:15am-10:45am 10:45am-11:00am 11:00am -12:15pm 12:15pm-12:30pm 12:30pm-1:15pm 1:15pm-3:00pm 3:00pm-3:15pm 3:15pm-4:30pm 4:30pm-5:00pm Drop-Off (Recreation Center Parking Loop Court A Door Drop) Introductions/Camp Rules/Expectations Group Ice Breakers Snack/Sunscreen Organized Activities/Arts and Crafts/Hiking/Alpine Field Play (Varies each day) Change for Swimming Swimming Change for Lunch Lunch/Sunscreen Rock Wall Snack/Sunscreen Organized/General Activities: Free play, Board Games, Group Games (capture the flag, dodgeball) (Varies Each Day) (Varies Each Day) Pick-Up (Recreation Center Parking Loop Court A Door Drop) 21

22 Campus Map To view our Campus Recreation map please follow the below link. 22