A SUMMER TO DISCOVER GREENPOINT YMCA Summer Day Camp 2012
Is your child ready for a summer of adventure? The Greenpoint YMCA is about to embark on yet another fun and exciting summer of day camp. Welcome to all of our returning and new campers to our 2012 Day Camp Program. Y Day Camp uses hands-on learning through indoor and outdoor educational activities. Thank you for choosing our summer day camp for your child. We look forward to getting to know your son or daughter! Sincerely, Tammea Tyler Senior Director, Youth and Family YMCA Day Camp Through programs like Day Camp, we nurture your child s sense of selfconfidence and introduce them to positive, fun experiences that build leadership and social skills. Well-trained, qualified staff serve as positive role models for campers. Y Day Camp enhances camper s selfconfidence, self-esteem and leadership skills through structured (and fun!) activities. Campers develop a true understanding of diversity in an atmosphere of acceptance and approval of the uniqueness of others. Campers are encouraged to be creative, expressive and learn new skills. Summer learning activities offer fun ways for campers to read and learn over the summer months. All YMCA Day Camps are licensed by the NYC Department of Health and Accredited by the American Camping Association (ACA).
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW OUR YMCA MISSION The YMCA of Greater New York is a communitybased service organization which promotes positive values through programs that build spirit, mind, and body, welcoming all people with a focus on youth. OUR VALUES Caring, honesty, respect and responsibility. YMCA DAY CAMP OBJECTIVES YMCA Summer Day Camp helps campers ages 3-12 years old and teens ages 13-17 years old grow mentally and physically by participating in challenging activities in both small and large group settings under the supervision of a caring and well trained staff. SUMMER LEARNING To succeed in school and life, children and young adults need ongoing opportunities to learn and practice essential skills. This is especially true during the summer months when children lose much of what they learn during the school year. CAMP LOCATION The Greenpoint YMCA Summer Day Camp operates out of the Greenpoint Y branch and St. Stan s School. We also use offsite facilities such as local parks and schools to conduct Day Camp. Greenpoint YMCA 99 Meserole Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11222 (between Manhattan Ave/Lorimer St) St. Stan s School 189 Driggs Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11222 (between Diamond St/Newell St) DATES & HOURS OF OPERATION The Greenpoint YMCA Summer Day Camp is a nine-week program that runs from July 2 through August 31 from 8 am to 6 pm. OPEN HOUSES Saturday, March 3, 2012 Saturday, April 28, 2012 Saturday, May 19, 2012 12 4 pm 10 3 pm 12 4 pm YMCA of Greater New York Day Camps provide high-quality summer learning initiatives that give children a variety of ways to improve reading and math skills and explore music, drama, art and sports. Through fun, themed curriculum that incorporates key academic components, children will practice and further their academic skills, learn to plan and create projects, learn teamwork and develop new skills. To inspire reading, our program will provide books recommended by the Department of Education for summer reading.
REGISTRATION MADE EASY Come to the Greenpoint YMCA, and pick up a camp registration folder. Follow instructions and fill out all registration packet forms making sure they are completed and signed Have 2 passport size photos of your child for submission Bring everything (forms and photos) in with payment for your child s first session with additional deposits of $50 per child for each added session, and $45 youth membership fee (if your child is not already a Y member). This will hold your child s spot for the designated weeks of camp. Take advantage of the10% Early Bird discount by paying off your entire balance by Saturday, May 19. Submit your child s medical form completed with parent information and signature as well as the doctor s information, signature and stamp as soon as possible. It s a good idea to keep extra copies of the medical form for your records. The YMCA accepts all major credit cards or you may sign up for automatic billing to ensure payments are made on time with no late fees incurred. REGISTRATION BEGINS FEBRUARY 1, 2012. PARENT ORIENTATION Parent Orientation is mandatory. Parent or guardian must attend this mandatory meeting on Saturday, May 19 at 3:00 pm. FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE The YMCA of Greater New York awards scholarships to campers based on a parent or a family s annual income. The scholarship applications must be submitted by May 19, 2012. GOVERNMENT & UNION VOUCHERS We accept ACD, HRA, TWU Local 100, and 1199 SEIU vouchers. You must have your confirmation letter with you at the time of registration. REFUNDS AND CREDITS Camp fees are non-refundable unless the YMCA cancels a camp. The deposit of $50 is nonrefundable and non-transferable. If your child cannot attend camp for a period of time paid, you may submit a request for credit along with documentation to the Camp Director. Credits can be used for camp or other programs throughout the year. Any refund requests will be submitted to the Camp Director and will be granted under the discretion of the Youth & Family Director. All requests should be made prior to the start of the session. There will be no partial refund, and sessions will not be divided. LATE FEE POLICY A $25 late fee will be added to payments made after each payment due date. PROMOTIONAL OFFERS Early Bird Discounts 10% discount for participants who are registered by May 19 and have paid in full. Siblings Discounts 10% off each additional sibling. Discounts cannot be combined. CAMP GEAR Each child will receive two shirts and a camp bag. Swim caps will be given during the camper s first day of swimming. Camp t-shirts must be worn every day. Additional shirts may be purchased at $8 each. Swim gear must consist of a towel, swimsuit, swim cap, a change of clothing, water shoes and a plastic bag (or other receptacle for wet swim gear). Camp gear is distributed during the camper s first day of camp.
EXPLORE PLAY AND GROW Each week of camp provides your child hands-on activities including educational field trips and theme days. CATERPILLAR CAMP (AGES 3 4) Caterpillars will have the opportunity to participate in swimming, outdoor and dramatic play, all sorts of art projects, music, movement and exciting performances. Summer camp is a great time for your child to get to know our YMCA and make lots of friends. Greenpoint YMCA ONLY $390 per session BUMBLEBEE CAMP (AGES 5) Bumblebees will have the opportunity to participate in swimming (twice per week), outdoor time that incorporates sports, recreation and gym activities, and exploration time in our new center-based classrooms designed with educational and stimulating manipulatives for this age group. Greenpoint YMCA and St. Stan s School $390 per session BUMBLEBEE CAMP (AGES 6) Bumblebees will have the opportunity to participate in swimming (twice per week), outdoor time that incorporates sports, recreation and gym activities, and exploration time in our new center-based classrooms designed with educational and stimulating manipulatives for this age group. Our 6-year olds will work with materials that are designed to challenge their young minds. Greenpoint YMCA and St. Stan s School $350 per session FIREFLY CAMP (AGES 7-9) Fireflies will have the opportunity to participate in club based activities that will extend over the whole summer. Campers will swim (twice per week), sing songs, dance, act, chant and participate in ongoing thematic based workshops. We aim to stimulate the campers mind with project-based learning activities. Greenpoint YMCA and St. Stan s School $330 per session DRAGONFLY CAMP (AGES 9-12) Dragonflies are spreading their wings into pre-teen years and will enjoy a customized camp that allows them to participate in projects designed for older children. Campers will swim, work on extended projects, performances, have mentorship and service learning opportunities and explore their local and extended area through additional trips and outings designed to engage and introduce them to new experiences. St. Stan s School ONLY $325 per session *SPECIALTIES: Other choice specialty 2x per week may include sports, art, dance, gardening, cooking, technology, mad science, swimming and much more. COUNSELOR IN-TRAINING (AGES13-17) Our Counselor In Training (CIT) program is for tomorrow s leaders. Teens who are involved in this amazing program gain job readiness skills and work experience during the summer working along with experienced staff. CIT s receive training in program safety and a Community Service Award.
A SUMMER OF FUN 2012 Summer Day Camp Sessions and Fees CAMPS (AGES 3-12) Session Dates Payment Due Date I July 2 July 13 (closed July 4) May 18 II July 16 July 27 June 1 III July 30 August 10 June 15 IV August 13 August 24 June 29 HOLIDAY CAMP (AGES 5-12) August Holiday Camp August 27- August 31* $198 Flat Fee due July 27 *based on number of registered campers COUNSELOR-IN-TRAINING PROGRAM (AGES 13-17) Session Dates Fee I-V June 29 - August 24 FREE FEES PER SESSION (every two weeks) Session Ages Fees Location Caterpillar Camp 3-4 yrs $390 per session Greenpoint YMCA ONLY Bumblebee Camp 5 yrs $390 per session Greenpoint YMCA/St. Stan s School Bumblebee Camp 6 yrs $350 per session Greenpoint YMCA/ St. Stan s School Firefly Camp 7-9 yrs $330 per session Greenpoint YMCA/ St. Stan s School Dragonfly Camp 10-12 yrs $325 per session St. Stan s School ONLY REGISTRATION BEGINS FEBRUARY 1, 2012 A $50 non-refundable deposit (per child and per session) is required to hold your child s spot in camp.
THE NEXT ADVENTURE New York YMCA Sleepaway Camp Boys and Girls (Ages 6 16) Located 86 miles northwest of Manhattan, the New York YMCA Camp is a globally diverse community built upon the YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility. Here each child enjoys adventures, new friendships and joyful experiences. Campers are secure in our bully-free camp from day one. Children are always supervised by highly trained counselors. Friendships are immediately fostered through teambuilding and cabin activities. By supporting each camper and cabin group, our counselors help campers form the life-long relationships for which our camp is known. Sports Horseback Riding Performing Arts Outdoor Life Skills Swimming Boating Waterskiing Tubing Arts Call us toll free at 877-30-YCAMP or visit us online www.newyorkymcacamp.org to learn more.
GREENPOINT YMCA 99 Meserole Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11222 (212) 912-2260 www.ymcanyc.org/greenpoint