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THE TENDERFOOT CAMP provides recreational activities specially attuned to the interests of three- to six-year-old children. The program focuses on social development, independence, the development of new friendships and the strengthening of self-esteem. As children grow, they are encouraged by our supportive staff to broaden their experiences and see what the world around them has to offer. Emphasis is placed on cooperation rather than competition. Children are placed in coeducational groups by age. We offer: • A balance of structured activities and free play opportunities• Experienced early childhood educators• Cooperative rather than competitive activities• A low staff/child ratio

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SWIMMINGOur well-trained swim staff supports our young campers through the early stages of swim instruction. Water safety and skill development are emphasized in our pool built to accommodate the youngest children. Small group instruction, based on campers’ needs and skill level, occurs every morning and a free swim period gives each child a chance to cool off every afternoon.

MUSIC AND DRAMAOur music and drama counselors engage our campers in singing and acting out familiar songs and stories, as well as new ones. Our campers play simple instruments, use creative movement and role playing as ways of creative expression.

ARTS AND CRAFTSCampers can experience all types of media from paint to clay to glitter to recyclables. We invite them to use their imagi-nations to express themselves through art.

NATUREChildren use all five senses to explore the trees, insects, rocks, and the pond on our beautiful 18-acre Lower School campus. Discover nature through hands-on exploration.

COMPUTERSOur four- to six-year-olds enjoy using our new technology as they are exposed to an assortment of fun, exciting early childhood software. The air-conditioned lab is a real plus on a hot summer day.

SPORTS AND GAMESWith an emphasis on fitness and cooperation, campers play numerous group games such as “Blob Tag” and “Snakes in the Grass,” as well as develop soccer funda-mentals. A counselor skilled in working with young children gets everyone involved in the fun.

MORNING ACTIVITIESCampers run, laugh, swim and learn together with their group, through five morning periods, including Snack Time. The vari-ety is exciting and stimulating. Here are some examples: do the Superman float for the first time at Instructional Swim; put the final touches on a 4th of July hat at Arts and Crafts; create origi-nal sounds with their own camp band at Music; and lay flat and still by the pond to fully observe the goldfish swimming lazily about during Nature time.

9:00-11:30

LUNCHA time to eat and refresh with counselors and friends.

11:30-12:30

AFTERNOON ACTIVITIESA balance between structured activities and “down” time; catch up with a playmate on the playground, splash and cool off in the pool at free swim, interpret the role of the spider in “The Spi-der and the Crab” in Drama. The afternoon is characterized by flexibility and individualization, depending on the age and pace of campers. Those campers that need a little catnap are given the chance to rest. Six-year-olds are off to their WOW! activity.

12:30-3:00

PICK-UPCounselors assist their campers at pick-up at the end of the camp day.

3:00-3:20

DROP-OFFGreeted at their cars by a welcoming counselor, campers are escorted to their camp rooms where they deposit belongings, have a free choice time, and get ready for a busy day with their team of counselors.

8:30-9:00

AFTER CAMPExtended care available; snack and swim included.

3:30-5:30

A TYPIcAL DAY

A TRADITION OF EXCELLENCE

The same quality of excellence that marks

Friends’ Central as one of the outstanding

independent schools in the Philadelphia area

also characterizes our summer activities.

All of our programs are managed by Friends’

Central faculty who are invested in their

school community and are committed to

providing a happy, enriching, and safe

camp experience for every child.

Friends’ Central School is recognized for its

friendly, nurturing atmosphere as well as the

positive interactions between children and

faculty. These characteristics, as well as fair

play, acceptance and respect for the individual

are emphasized in the summer programs.

All summertime employees are oriented and

guided in following the Quaker practices for

which the school is known.

DIRECTOR AND STAFF

Deb Will begins her eighth year as Director

of the Tenderfoot Camp, after serving three

years as Assistant Director. Currently Lower

School Reading Specialist at Friends’ Central,

Deb brings to the job over twenty-two years of

experience teaching young children.

A former Assistant Director at Trailblazer Camp,

Dave Thomas begins his sixth year assisting

Deb Will at Tenderfoot Camp. Dave has been

the fifth grade science teacher at Friends’

Central for 23 years.

Special counselors at the Tenderfoot Camp

include a professional music educator, a

drama specialist, a computer instructor, art

and nature counselors, certified lifeguards,

and a full-time registered nurse.

FACILITIESThe Lower School Campus, located on Old Gulph Road in Wynnewood, encompasses 18 acres with fields, a nature trail, a large swimming pool, a gymnasium which is great for rainy days and three playgrounds for campers to explore and use, including “Joey’s Playground.” Our well-equipped facility and varied terrain provide a safe, nurturing setting for our campers.

GMC (GOOD MORNING CLUB)8:00 am – 8:30 amEarly morning, supervised care at a fee of $30/week (weekly basis only).

ACE (AFTER CAMP EXPERIENCE)3:00 pm – 5:30 pmExtended afternoon camp care can be purchased in 3 ways: 3 single days for $60 (that can be used anytime during the camp season); each calendar week $90; or the full 7 weeks of camp for $550.

THEME WEEKSTenderfoot Campers anticipate the excitement of our weekly thematic activities. Our counselors develop their curriculum around a particular theme that culminates on Friday at an all-camp assembly. A few of these themes have included: Friendship Week, where making new friends is emphasized and having a Teddy Bear Parade is the highlight; Animal Week, where campers can pet exotic and familiar animals at the petting zoo and masks of tigers and mice abound; and International Week, a time for each camp group to focus and learn about one country, making a native costume in Arts and Crafts, singing related songs in Music, and performing a skit at the end of the week representing all that’s been learned. Learning and fun go hand-in-hand in every Theme Week. The weekly camp newsletter, The Hoot, keeps parents informed about all the latest camp news and thematic events.

TRANSPORTATIONDoor-to-door service is available to and from FCS Tenderfoot Day Camp. An application form is enclosed. A shuttle between Trailblazer Camp on City Avenue and Tenderfoot Camp on our Lower School Campus is offered for a small fee to families with children at both camps. This will allow parents to drop off and pick up their children at only one location.

BROWN BAG LUNCHOur Brown Bag Lunch includes a choice of sandwiches, fruit, snack, and a beverage. The cost is $29 per week.

OPEN HOUSEThere will be a camp Open House on Saturday, June 25, 2011. Campers will meet their coun-selors and tour the campgrounds.

FEES4 weeks $1,7505 weeks $1,9256 weeks $2,0757 weeks $2,200

AGE REQUIREMENTSAny child whose birthday falls between July 1, 2004 and June 30, 2008 is eligible for camp.

ENROLLMENTTo accommodate family summer scheduling plans, the camp offers the convenience of enrollment flexibility. Four, five, six, and seven week programs are offered. You do not have to select consecutive weeks. We are providing our returning campers and FCS students with a priority mailing of enrollment information in December. New camper information will be mailed January 14th. All enrollments will be considered on a first-come-first-served basis. A minimum deposit of $500 is required with

the enrollment form to hold a spot for your child. The balance is due by April 8, 2011. If you need to reduce your enrollment weeks or cancel your child’s enrollment, notify us in writing before March 1, 2011 in order to receive a partial refund. No refund will be given out after this date. All cancellations are subject to a $250 cancellation fee. Upon receipt of your enrollment and deposit, a confirmation letter and supplemental services information will be mailed to you. You can then register for Good Morning Club, ACE (After Camp Experience) and Brown Bag Lunch.

THREE-YEAR-OLD PROGRAMFor the three-year-old, who may be experiencing summer camp for the first time, we offer:

• Small groups• Experienced and energetic counselors• Special activities such as Art, Nature and Music geared to three-year-old abilities and interests• Relaxed afternoon schedule including story and rest time

All children must be toilet trained — no exceptions.

SIX-YEAR-OLD PROGRAMWoW!Six-year-olds are ready for more excitement and Tenderfoot Camp offers them WOW, Wonder Of the Week. Beginning Week Two of camp, campers will experience different areas of concentration that will change weekly. These areas may include Basketball, Soccer, Ceramics, Science, Technology, and Dramatics. WOW activities will be held in the afternoons. Six-year-olds are also being accepted as Trailblazer Campers on our City Avenue Campus. Call the Summer Programs Office for further information concerning this program.

tenDerFoot Day CampLower School CampusAges 3-6228 Old Gulph RoadWynnewood, PA 19096

traiLbLazer Day CampCity Avenue CampusAges 6-121101 City AvenueWynnewood, PA 19096

ContaCt:Karen Bleakley at 610-645-5132Or send email to:summerprograms@friendscentral.org

www.friendscentral.org/summer

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