SUMMER CAMP Hand Book 2017 PR SUMMER CAMPS City of Pico Rivera - Department of Parks & Recreation P.O. BOX 1016 6767 Passons Blvd Pico Rivera, CA. 90660-1016 (562) 801-4430 recreation@pico-rivera.org www.pico-rivera.org A GUIDE FOR PARENTS
WELCOME - The City of Pico Rivera welcomes you and your child to Summer Camp. Thank you for choosing to spend your summer break with us! This handbook is designed to provide valuable information regarding program design, schedule, guidelines and important contact information. SUMMER CAMP CONTACT NUMBERS Recreation Supervisor (562) 801-4302 Senior Recreation Manager (562) 801-4432 Pico Park (562) 801-4470 Youth Center (562) 801-4931 Parks & Recreation Department (562) 801-4430 Kids Camp Cell Phone (562) 755-5581 Camp Alottafun Cell Phone (562) 755-5882 Teen Camp Cell Phone (562) 755-8223 Parents & Guardians The Summer Camp program believes parents/guardians play a vital role in their child's experience. 1. Maintaining perspective, cooperation, and communication between yourself and Camp Staff in all matters that affect your child. 2. Refrain from using abusive or threatening behavior, or foul language. Parent/guardian s inappropriate behavior may affect your child's ability to participate in Summer Camp. TABLE OF CONTENTS Welcome 1 Contact Numbers 1 GENERAL INFORMATION Introduction 2 Program Design 3 Admission 3 Fee 4 Registration 4 1
CODE OF CONDUCT Campers Disruptive or disrespectful behavior toward other campers or Camp Staff may result in suspension or program dismissal. Parents will receive a Parent/Guardian Notification if their child is experiencing a behavior problem and together we will discuss. In order to provide a safe environment where children can explore and have fun, limits are set on behavior. Limits are set for three reasons: 1. To prevent campers from injuring themselves or others. 2. To prevent the destruction of property, materials or equipment. 3. To help campers learn respect for themselves, other campers and adults. Zero Tolerance of Violence Camp has a zero-tolerance policy regarding violence towards other campers or Staff. Violent campers can be immediately dropped from the program. Staff Camp Staff are to handle concerns or issues with parents/ guardians in a courteous, professional manner. Camp Staff will share information about a camper s day with parents/ guardians on a regular basis. 13 POLICIES & SCHEDULES Automatic Payment Program 5 Payment Schedule 6 Refunds / Cancellations 7 Camp Hours of Operation 7 Sign-In and Sign-Out 7 Late Fees & Late Pick Ups 8 Dress Code 8 Field Trips 9 Walking Field Trips 9 Field Trip Schedule 10 Children with Special Needs 11 Medication Policy 11 Health & Safety 12 Sunscreen 12 Electronic Devices 12 Gift Policy 12 CODE OF CONDUCT Campers 13 Zero Violence Tolerance 13 Staff 13 Parents & Guardians 14 INTRODUCTION The Pico Rivera Department of Parks & Recreation Summer Camps are structured programs for school age children. These programs provide campers with a fun, safe environment where they can participate in exciting activities during the summer months. Kids Camp and Camp 2
Alotta Fun are held at Pico Park - 9528 Beverly Blvd., Pico Rivera. Teen Camp is held at the Youth Center - 4632 Orange St., Pico Rivera. PROGRAM DESIGN Grades according to the 2017-18 school year. Kids Camp - TK through 2nd Grade. Must be 5 years old by start of camp (birth certificate required at time of registration). Camp Alotta Fun - 3rd through 5th Grade Teen Camp - 6th through 8th Grade Camp ratios: On Site Off Site Kids Camp 1:10 Kids Camp 1:8 Camp Alotta Fun 1:12 Camp Alotta Fun 1:10 Teen Camp 1:15 Teen Camp 1:12 Physical, educational and art activities occur through out the day. Weekly field trips are designed to meet the needs of each age group. Lunch and breakfast is provided through the Summer Food Service Program. Breakfast: 8-9AM, Lunch: 12-1PM. Participants are required to bring a daily afternoon snack. ADMISSION Summer Camp is open to children entering TK through 8th grade (according to 2017-18 school year). Participants must be 5 years old by the start of camp. A copy of a birth certificate or proof of grade level is required at time of HEALTH AND SAFETY All Camp Staff are certified in CPR/First Aid. Should an emergency occur, you will be notified immediately. If you cannot be reached, we will contact the individuals listed as emergency contacts. Emergency personnel will also be contacted when necessary. Camp Staff will not release campers to any individual that appears to be under the influence of alcohol or other drugs. SUNSCREEN Parents are required to apply a sunscreen lotion to their child every morning. Spray sunscreen will be applied by Staff through out the day as needed, however without the first application of lotion sunscreen provided by parent, spray sunscreen will not be effective. ELECTRONIC DEVICES Electronic devices such as cell phones, IPODS, tablets, etc., are NOT allowed at camp. Camp Staff will collect any electronic devices brought to camp and will place them in a storage area. Devices will be released to parents at time of sign out. Camp Staff are not responsible for any lost or damaged devices. GIFT POLICY No employee of the City may accept personal gifts or tips at any time; including holidays. 3
CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS The Summer Camp program does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex or disability. Children with disabilities must be able to operate within our established ratio and will be integrated into the regular daily activities. If a child is unable to function within our ratio, parent/guardian are required to provide an aid for their child. If your child may require a special accommodation for participation call Recreation Coordinator, Juliean Martinez at (562) 801-4470. MEDICATION POLICY Medication must be in an original container properly labeled by the pharmacy. The prescription label must bear the name of the child to whom it is to be administered to as well as a current date. Camp Staff will supervise campers as they self-administer the medication. Staff does not administer medication. An Authorization for Administering Medication Form and Medication Envelope must be completed and signed by the parent. Medication and all necessary forms must be given to a Camp Staff by the parent/guardian. See Camp Staff for all Administering Medication Forms. registration if enrolling in Kids Camp. Each camp has a maximum enrollment of campers - Kids Camp 70, Camp Alotta Fun 80, Teen Camp 40. FEE Camp fee is $99 per week, ($89 for Pico Rivera residents) per child. Fee includes: one weekly field trip, breakfast and lunch. Daily rates are not available. Additional trips may be added through out the summer. Additional trip fees are not included in the $99 weekly fee. Parents will be provided with ample notice in the event that an additional trip is scheduled and will be provided with the cost to attend. Additional trips are optional. On-site Camp Staff will be present for those who do not attend additional trips. REGISTRATION Camp registration begins May 1. Payment can ONLY be taken at the Parks & Recreation Department or Pico Park. Registration is taken on a first come, first serve basis. A copy of a birth certificate or proof of grade level is required at time of registration if enrolling in Kids Camp. If camp is full your child will be placed on a waiting list. Participants on the waiting list are notified after 6PM on Thursdays of any available spots in the upcoming week. 11 4
AUTOMATIC PAYMENT PROGRAM Enrolling in the Automatic Payment program is the only way to secure your child's spot in camp. In this program you are able to select weeks you wish your child to attend. Your credit card is then charged on specified payment dates. Full payment for the first week your child attends is required at time of registration. The Automatic Payment Program form must be completely filled out and turned in at time of registration. Credit card declines of any nature while in the Automatic Payment Program (stolen card, NSF, expired cards, etc.) will result in a $15 decline fee applied to your account. Parents/ guardians will be notified of declines on Thursday mornings. Decline fees, along with the full weekly payment, must be paid by 6PM the same day (Thursday). Failure to do so will result in the loss of your child's space in camp that week. Parents/guardians of children on the camp wait list will be notified of available spots at 6:01PM every Thursday. A written request at least 3 business days before the due date is required to stop a payment from occurring. All requests are to be directed to Counter Staff. FIELD TRIP SCHEDULE - all trips subject to change without notice Kids Camp - Wednesdays 6/14 Santa Ana Zoo 6/21 Del Rio Bowling Lanes, Downey 6/28 Centennial Farm, Costa Mesa 7/5 Jump n Jacks, San Dimas 7/12 Whittier Village Cinemas, Whittier 7/20 LA Sparks Game, Los Angeles (Thursday) 7/26 Adventure City, Anaheim 8/2 Buccaneer Bay, La Mirada 8/9 John s Incredible Pizza, Montclair Camp Alotta Fun - Tuesdays 6/13 California Science Center, Los Angeles 6/20 Jump n Jacks, San Dimas 6/27 Mother s Beach, Long Beach 7/11 Whittier Village Cinemas, Whittier 7/18 LA Zoo, Los Angeles 7/25 Castle Park, Los Angeles 8/1 Buccaneer Bay, La Mirada 8/8 John s Incredible Pizza, Montclair Teen Camp - Tuesdays 6/13 Downtown LA Walking Tour, Los Angeles 6/20 Del Rio Bowling Lanes, Downey 6/27 Mother s Beach, Long Beach 7/11 Whittier Village Cinemas, Whittier 7/18 Laserquest, Fullerton 7/25 Golf n Stuff, Downey 8/1 Buccaneer Bay, La Mirada 8/8 John s Incredible Pizza, Montclair 5 10
Field trips are as follows: FIELD TRIPS Kids Camp Wednesday Camp Alotta Fun Tuesday Teen Camp Tuesday Campers must be on time for field trip departures. Buses will not be held for late campers and no Camp Staff will be assigned to stay behind. On-site camp will not be held during the regularly scheduled weekly field trip. The weekly fee is not prorated for campers not attending trips. Teen Camp and Camp Alottafun will participate in open recreation swim at the Smith Park Aquatic Center every Friday. Fee for swimming is $1, all campers are to bring $1 to camp every Friday for the entrance fee. Kids Camp will have Water Play Day at Pico Park every Friday. Please send your camper with a change of clothing, towel, and water shoes in a labeled bag every Friday. WALKING FIELD TRIPS Walking field trips can take place one to two times a week within the Teen Camp. These trips are designed to reward campers who have exhibited good decision making skills throughout the week. Those campers who have made poor choices during the week will not attend walking trips. A variety of fun activities will be available on-site for those campers who do not attend. PAYMENT SCHEDULE Registration is taken on a first come, first served basis. Currently, registered campers receive no priority in future weeks. All spots are open until filled. We strongly encourage enrolling in the Automatic Payment Program, as this is the only way to secure your child's spot in camp. Pending payments are made on specified due dates. The first week your child attends must be paid in full at time of registration. The payment schedule below pertains only to those who are in enrolled in Automatic Payments. If in the Automatic Payment Program your card will be charged at 12:01AM on dates listed below. Week Due Date June 19 - June 23 Thur., June 15 June 26 - June 30 Thur., June 22 July 5 - July 7 Thur., June 29 July 10 - July 14 Thur., July 6 July 17 - July 21 Thur., July 13 July 24 - July 28 Thur., July 20 July 31 - August 4 Thur., July 27 August 7 - August 11 Thur., August 3 Payments are taken during OPEN business hours only. Pico Park Monday - Thursday 3PM to 8:45PM Friday 3PM to 6PM Saturday 9AM to 12:30PM Parks & Recreation Department Monday - Friday 7:30AM to 5:30PM Closed alternate Fridays 6
REFUNDS / CANCELLATIONS All refunds must be requested two weeks before the start of the requested week in writing. There is a $10 refund processing fee for all refunds. Any refund not made within the two week period will be charged a $25 cancellation fee in addition to the $10 refund processing fee. No refunds will be given after the start of the requested week. CAMP HOURS OF OPERATION Camp operates Monday through Friday from 7AM to 6PM. All campers are required to be signed in by 9AM, except otherwise noted for field trips. If eating breakfast, campers must be signed in by 8AM. Campers can be signed out at any time, unless otherwise noted for field trips. SIGN IN & SIGN OUT All campers must be signed in daily by 9AM by an adult over the age of 18 yrs. Sign in will occur in the Pico Park Auditorium from 7AM to 8AM. After 8AM it is the responsibility of the adult signing in the camper to locate Camp Staff to ensure proper sign in. At no time are campers to enter the park grounds or facility alone. Only those listed on the Pick Up Authorization From can sign-out campers. A valid ID must be presented to sign out a camper. All persons signing out a camper must be prepared to show an ID daily. The Camp Registration Form also allows for parents/guardians to list not authorized person(s) for pick ups. If the not authorized person is a parent, court documents stating restrictions must be turned in at time of registration. By law a child is to be released to a parent unless current court documents stating restrictions are on file with Camp Staff. Failure to follow sign in and out procedures will result in removal from the program. LATE PICK UP & FEES A $10 late fee is charged for every pick up occurring between 6:01-6:15PM, after 6:15PM there is an additional $1 charge for every minute. Late fees must be paid within one week of notification or your child may be dropped from camp. After 6:15PM camper(s) will be under the care of Pico Park front counter Staff. After 7PM camper(s) are considered abandoned and will come under the supervision of the Pico Rivera Sheriff s Department, located at 6331 Passons Blvd., (562) 949-2421. DRESS CODE All campers are required to wear a camp t-shirt daily and sneakers. Shirts are available for purchase at Pico Park and the Parks and Recreation Department ONLY; t-shirts are $8, are lime green and must have the camp symbol located on the cover of this handbook. Sandals, flip flops, crocs, etc. are not allowed to be worn at camp. For safety measures, campers will not be allowed to be signed in if out of dress code. 8