Chesterbrook Academy Elementary School & Summer Camp 711 Hollow Road ~ Phoenixville, PA 19460 610.935.4400 https://oaks.chesterbrookacademy.com We re going on an EPIC ROAD TRIP this summer and YOU RE INVITED!
Hey Campers! We re going on an EPIC ROAD TRIP this summer and YOU RE INVITED! Over the next 10 weeks, we will be packing our suitcases for the WILDEST, MOST EXCITING and CRAZIEST summer adventure ever. We re pulling out all the rest stops as we explore weekly escapades using all the STEAM: Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math, we have to offer! We have plenty of OFF-ROAD EXCURSIONS (a.k.a. Field Trips) planned, so buckle up, keep your hands and arms inside the bus at all times and get ready for a SUMMER LIKE NO OTHER! Chesterbrook Academy Summer Camp offers funfilled summer programs for children ages 5-15. Each week, campers jump into action, participating in exciting sports programs, exploring nature, becoming involved in performing and creative arts, playing a part in group activities, and attending special events. Our campers have the opportunity to expand their horizons during the summer, embarking on new adventures, and having fun! Our exceptional program and dedicated staff create an environment that forges lifelong friendships among our campers. We create a summer experience that is unforgettable! Coolest Camper 711 Hollow Road Phoenixville, PA 19460
SUMMER CAMP ADVENTURE It all starts with our outstanding camp counselors. A camp is only as good as its staff, and we are extremely proud of ours. Talent, creativity, love of children, leadership and devotion make our camp counselors the heart and soul of the program. We take our camp programs seriously and begin our summer with intensive staff training and orientation. Camp counselors and specialists are doing exactly what they enjoy most: spending a summer inspiring campers to explore, reach for new heights, and expand their horizons. Camp Chesterbrook Academy gives you choices. Camp includes five days of activities, from 8:30 am 3:30 pm. You can choose to add extended hours and specialty camps to your menu of summer fun. We offer a range of outdoor activities, plus indoor activities conducted in our fully air conditioned facility. Our specialty camps are optional programs, operating during regular camp hours, which provide even more choices for unique and exciting adventures. Monday-Friday Extended Care Week 1: June 15-June 19 Week 2: June 22-June 26 Week 3: June 29-July 2* Week 4: July 6-July 10 Week 5: July 13-July 17 * Closed July 3 Special Features Camp Hours Camp Schedule Camp Weeks Quality staff Flexible, extended hours Field trips, special events Indoor and outdoor camp Air conditioned facility/bus On Campus Activities 8:30am - 3:30pm 7:00am - 6:00pm Week 6: July 20-July 24 Week 7: July 27-July 31 Week 8: August 3-August 7 Week 9: August 10-August 14 Week 10: Aug 17-August 21 Activities Athletics Swimming S.T.E.A.M Themed Activities Wii Fitness System Arts & Crafts
First Grade Readiness Sample Schedule 7:00-8:30 am Before Care 8:30-9:00 am Opening Ceremonies 9:00-10:00 am KLUTZ Activities 10:00-10:30 am Campers Choice 10:30-11:30 am Swimming 11:30-12:00 pm Camp Songs 12:00-1:00 pm Lunch/Recess 1:00-2:00 pm Arts & Crafts 2:00-2:30 pm BRAIN POP! Activities 2:30-3:00 pm Nature & Science 3:00-3:30 pm SPEED Stacks 3:30-6:00 pm After Care Field Trips Camp Zone takes to the road on Fridays! Waltz s Golf Farm Limerick Bowl Laser Tag Camden Riversharks Mandarach Park Philadelphia Rock Gym Center Ice Arnold s Fun Center GROOVE! French Creek State Park Announcing this new and optional academic program for primary grade literacy and mathematics projects to stay tuned up for school. S.T.E.M. Designed for Doing, NOT Just Reading. Science, Technology, Engineering and Math Designed to promote effective and relevant connections between camp classroom and hands on content thus providing learning opportunities for campers Weather Station Budding meteorologists will learn all about Earth's climate with this multi-functional weather station! Digging Up Dinosaurs The Diggin' Up Dinosaurs T-Rex kit gives campers the opportunity to not only dig up a Tyrannosaurus Rex skeleton, but also to learn valuable and interesting facts about the time when dinosaurs ruled the Earth. Snap Circuit Jr. Whether or not your child has a prior interest in electronics, this is the kit to get them excited about it. Extreme Secret Formulas Your aspiring chemical engineer will dive right into the over-the-top chemistry set that is the SmartLab Extreme Secret Formula Lab kit. Forensic Fingertips Perfect for the camp classroom, kids can play private eye with the Forensics Fingerprint Lab from Thames & Kosmos. Kids can practice elements of real forensic science as they learn how to collect actual fingerprints like the professionals do.
6 Each week campers will engage in 11 STEAM blocks that are relevant, meaningful experiences that allow them to construct new knowledge while connecting to previous knowledge and their own experiences. STEAM activities provide an opportunity for campers to engage, explore and make sense of the natural world through inquiry and project-based learning. 1 2 3 4 5 Chesterbrook Academy weekly in-house Camp Adventure A Bright Green Idea: Inventions that are simply amazing! Behind every discovery is a curious mind. Campers Today Leaders Tomorrow: Empowering future leaders with numerous workshops and activities focused around personal leadership, organization, public speaking, teamwork, ideas, and more Fear Factor-Symphony of 5 Senses: The 5 senses science activities and experiments help show campers the fun side of learning science. Construction Campers-Real Tools for Small Hands: Known for the dynamic project kids build. Encourages collaboration as well as the advancement of individual building skills. Challenge Week-An Experience of a Lifetime: Food challenges, color wars, etc in daily camp challenges. S T E A M 1 B L O C K S 9 6 7 8 9 10 Sports Academy Extravaganza: Come be part of a summer camp that continues to emphasize a vast exposure to a variety of sports. Nature Gone Wild, Wacky & Weird: Experiment with everything, every law, every force, every constant, and every effect. The X Factor: Be empowered, trained & mentored in becoming the next generation of leaders who will impact the community/world through a lifelong commitment to community service. Art Creativity: Get inspired with creative summer programs where creativity is not just allowed, but applauded Summer Camp Mash Up & Spirit Week: Dream It. Make It. Do it.
Flag Football Camp Soccer Camp Basketball Camp Huddle up and learn what it is to be a quarterback, kicker, defensive end or even play a position on the line. You ll enjoy the competition while you learn the game. Week 1: June 15-18 Time: 1:00pm 3:00pm Whether you are just getting started or have been playing for years, we ve got you covered. We ll review all aspects of the world s most popular sport: dribbling, passing, throw-ins, goal-tending, trapping and the rules of the game Week 2 June 22-25 Time: 1:00pm 3:00pm Develop fundamental basketball skills: improve shooting, dribbling, offensive and defensive strategies as well as how to be part of a team. No matter what your level of experience there is always room for practice and improvement. Week 3: Jun 29 Jul 02 Time: 12:45 3:15pm Field Hockey and LAX Tennis Camp Golf Camp Participate in the first truly American sport. This is not just your ordinary ball and stick game here. Learn to cradle, pass, shoot on goal and run like the wind! Week 4: July 6-9 Time: 1:00pm 3:00pm First time or experienced players come on down! Whether it s just to improve your serve, perfect your technique or learn the basics you will thoroughly enjoy this camp. An experienced tennis coach will teach you to play and improve your game Week 5:Jul 13-16 Time: 1:00 3:00pm Fore! Get ready for fun on the green. Each day will be held at a different venue so to maximize the campers exposure to golfing basics. Week 6: Jul 20-23 Time: 1:00pm 3:00pm
Ceramics Camp Outdoor Adventure First grade and older Let s Dance All Ages Water Sports First grade and older Campers explore the techniques of sculpting, glazing and firing their finished products in a kiln. **Two week session campers must sign up for both sessions. ** Week 6 : Jul 20 23 Time:1:00-3:00pm We will venture into the great outdoors at French Creek State Park to experience many exciting activities such as: trail blazing, fishing, orienteering, and low ropes courses. This course is a great team builder and is sure to increase your confidence. Week 7: Jul 27 Jul 30 Time: 1:00pm 3:00pm Movin and Groovin to the beat with line dancing, hip hop, silly camp dances and even some cheerleading dances. Week 8: Aug 03 Aug 6 Time: 1:00pm 3:00pm Dive on in for a wet and wild time on the River Canal right in our very own backyard! Imagine yourself racing down a water slide and splashing into a cool, refreshing lake. What about riding a paddle boat, paddling a canoe or fishing? Week 8: Aug 03 Aug 6 Time: 1:00pm 3:00pm Sports Smorgasbord Horseback Riding All Ages Spa & Beauty All Ages Swimming Junior First time or experienced players come on down! Whether it s just to improve your serve, perfect your technique or learn the basics you will thoroughly enjoy this camp. An experienced tennis coach will teach you to play and improve your game Campers will get a safe introduction to riding under the watchful eye of the instructors. Learn how to saddle and bridle, mount and dismount, how to greet a horse and how to lead. No prior riding experience necessary. Sheeder Mill Farm of Chester Springs is our trusted venue for over a decade. Nails and hair and facials and massage techniques are on the menu for this specialty camp with an excursion to Sweet and Sassy, of course! For those that want to be pampered! Spring City Pool is the best kept little secret in town located just around the corner and open to our campers for some private swimming fun! VFSC (Valley Forge Mountain Swim Club) beautifully located on Valley Forge Mountain adjacent to private basketball and play areas. The outstanding lifeguard staff provides superior safety for the pools where our counselors and campers alike enjoy a safe and splashing good time. Week 9: Aug 10 Aug 13 Week 10: Aug 17 Aug 20 Time: 1:00 3:00pm Several Selected Weeks Monday - Thursday Time: 1:00pm 3:00pm Week 9: Aug 10 Aug 13 Time: 1:00 3:00pm All Weeks Mon through Thurs Junior Kindergarten Once weekly Kindergarten and up Twice weekly Time: 9:30am 11:30am
New Skills + Big Fun TechCamp = Enthusiastic Leaders Our engineering and robotics activities introduce TechCampers to mechanical and programming concepts. Video game design activities teach children the fundamentals of programming and creating stories and characters. If your TechCamper has visions of becoming a great fashion designer or a renowned architect or artist, then our graphic design and digital art program will introduce them to new and exciting technologies. Our animation and digital video production activities introduce TechCampers to stop motion, live action and digital cell animation production. Our highly trained staff are "adventure guides" who help to select programs for TechCampers that suit their age, area of interest and skill level to help maximize the fun for all TechCampers and let them experience the thrill of success. While TechCamp is great fun, its curriculum is developed to ensure real-life application of skills learned. We have many examples of TechCampers applying knowledge gained in TechCamp to make real, significant progress in their academic lives. Design Engineering Game Making Animation Engineering programs introduce participants to a variety of mechanical concepts. Children will learn about topics such as gear ratios, locomotion and energy as they construct a variety of mechanisms using LEGO and other hands-on and takehome building materials. Engineering programs introduce participants to a variety of mechanical concepts. Children will learn about topics such as gear ratios, locomotion and energy as they construct a variety of mechanisms using LEGO and other hands-on and takehome building materials. Gamemaker programs teach students the fundamentals of programming and video game design. Students will create and develop a storyboard and bring characters to life (we have a no-violence policy). Completed games will be made available for at-home use. The animation work-shop introduces students to stop motion animation production. Animations are created using digital cameras and capture software and students learn about all aspects of the production process as they work in teams to write, direct and produce their own short film.
Camp Rates and Fees 2015 Specialty Camp Information and Rates 2015 JUNIOR-KDGN CAMPERS 5 DAY CAMP 5 DAYS (K+) CAMP 3 DAY W/ FIELD TRIP MWF ONLY 7:00AM TO 6:00PM 8:30AM TO 3:30PM 8:30AM TO 3:30PM $265 $245 $225 4 DAY SPECIALTY CAMP PLUS CAMP & FIELD TRIP 4 DAY HORSEBACK RIDING CAMP PLUS BASIC CAMP & FIELD TRIP 8:30AM - 1PM CAMP + 1PM 3PM SPECIALTY 8:30AM TO 1PM CAMP + 1PM 3PM HORSEBACK RIDING $350 $365 BEFORE AND AFTERCARE (WEEKLY ONLY) 7:00AM TO 8:30AM; 3:30PM TO 6:00PM Additional $75 1/2 DAY TechCamp TECHNOLOGY CAMP (WITH FIELD TRIP) 1/2 DAY MORNINGS OR AFTERNOONS WITH 1/2 DAY CAMP ~ 8:30AM TO 3:30PM $300 BEFORE CARE (WEEKLY ONLY) AFTER CARE (WEEKLY ONLY) 7:00AM TO 8:30AM 3:30PM TO 6:00PM Additional $30 Additional $55 FULL DAY TechCamp TECHNOLOGY CAMP with BEFORE/ AFTERCARE INCLUDED 8:30AM TO 3:30PM $375 NO registration FEE required * $250 non-refundable deposit applied to last week of camp ** INCENTIVE: if deposit is accepted by January 24, 2015 Receive $100 off*... (*25 off first 4 weeks; *full time campers only) And a Free Camp T-Shirt! ($15 value)
PARENTS: What do I Need to Know for Camp 2015? CAMPERS: What Do I Bring to Camp 2015? Camp Fees are due each Monday. If it is your first week attending Camp Zone, please be sure to bring your check book with you. A Parent invoice specific to the fees associated with your child s weekly summer selections will be provided upon check in at the front desk. Fees not received by Tuesday at noon will receive a $25 late charge. Permission slips to ride off campus by bus are posted to the front desk each Monday morning. Please sign off your permission for your children to swim, attend field trips and specialty camps if applicable. The security code for the front entrance will be provided to PARENTS ONLY. Thank you for NOT sharing this code with your campers for the safety and protection of all. Summer Camp hours are 7:00am for those enrolled in before care. If you are not enrolled in this early program, you are invited to arrive at 8.30am. The regular camp day ends at 3.30pm. Parents late to pick up their campers will be charged a fee of $1 per tardy minute. Aftercare ends promptly at 6.00pm for those enrolled in this extension program. The $1 per minute late charge is also applicable to those arriving after 6.00pm. Please know that campers may not have personal cell phones or video/audio devices at camp. The school will not be responsible if these items are brought to camp and lost or damaged. A lunch and snack must be sent with your child each day inclusive of a drink with the exception of our cash and carry Pizza Tuesdays. Backpack with sunscreen, water bottle, lunch and snack. Please label all items with your child s full name. Sunscreen should be applied at home. With permission, we will reapply after lunch each day. Please provide a bottle of sunscreen to be left with your camp clearly labeled with their name. Lunches will not be refrigerated; you may send an insulated lunch box. Please, NO GLASS. Ice Cream Mondays/Wednesdays: Bring in $1 for ice cream after lunch Pizza Tuesdays: bring in $4.75 to order 2 slices of pizza, snack and drink. Children should be dressed appropriately for camp. They should wear comfortable clothing and sneakers. An extra change of clothing should be left at camp. Please no sandals or crocs at camp! For days that you child swims: Campers may arrive in their swimwear. Please send a towel and a change of clothing, including sneakers. For field trips, please make sure your child is wearing their camp T-shirt! Lunches must be completely disposable for all field trips. Please check all weekly newsletters for any additional items your child may need. For all specialty camps, please check calendars weekly for things you may need.
Circle Grade completed Jun 15 JK K 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Choose your weeks: Basic Camp Zone: 5 day Part Time 3 day with field trip: M W F only Check weeks that apply: Before Care After Care Basic In- House Summer Camp Specialty Camp I: Basic Camp Mornings w/ Afternoon Specialty Specialty Camp II: Basic Camp Mornings w/ Afternoon Specialty Half TechCamp w/basic Camp or Full Day TechCamp Week 1: June 15 o Flag Football o Horseback Riding Half Full Week 2: June 22 o Soccer o Horseback Riding Half Full Week 3: June 29* o Basketball o Horseback Riding Week 4: July 6 o Field Hockey & LAX o Horseback Riding Half Full Week 5: July 13 o Tennis o Horseback Riding Half Full Week 6: July 20 o Golf o Ceramics Half Full Week 7: July 27 o Outdoor Adv. o Horseback Riding Half Full Week 8: Aug 3 o Water Sports** o Let's Dance Half Full Week 9: Aug 10 o Sports Smorgasbord o SPA & Beauty Half Full Week 10: Aug 17 o Sports Smorgasbord o Horseback Riding Half Full *closed on July 3rd **Water Sports: Participants must have graduated 1st grade
I am signing my child on for the 2015 Camp Zone experience. My signature confirms that: I understand that my child s place at camp must be guaranteed with a one week deposit in the amount of $245.00. This deposit is non-refundable. The deposit will be applied to the final week of camp that my child attends. I understand that I am able to choose any number of weeks and specialties for my child to attend. I am financially responsible for the schedule I choose for my camper. Final weekly selections must be made in writing on the Parent Acknowledgement Form on the Camp Kickoff evening on Thursday, May 7, 2015 5:00pm-7:00pm. No deletions can be made after this time. Additional weeks are contingent upon number of campers enrolled. I understand that my camper cannot attend any field trips or specialty camps without my weekly permission and prepayment. All payments must be made on Monday of the week my camper attends. Campers cannot be admitted without a deposit, registration form, up-to-date health form and weekly camp selection form. Camper Name: DOB: (mm/dd/yyyy) / / Grade completed June 15: Parent Name: (Print) Phone: (Cell)) (H) (W) Email: Parent Signature: By my signature, I acknowledge and agree to the CBA Camp Commitment.