CAMPS 2021 - Army MWR

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CAMPS 2021

Airborne & Gardner HillsSchool Age Centers

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Airborne & Gardner Hills School Age Centers

TABLE OF CONTENTSWelcome ParentsGeneral InformationDaily SchedulePoliciesWeek 1: Force of Nature CampWeek 2: Olympic CampWeek 3: Creatively Crafty CampWeek 4: Fitness Party in the USA CampWeek 5: Backyard Games CampWeek 6: Robotics CampWeek 7: Chef’s Hat Challenge CampWeek 8: Picasso’s Corner CampWeek 9: Summer Salute CampParent ResponsibilitiesChild ResponsibilitiesField Trip InformationField Trips

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WELCOME PARENTSParents,

Thank you for enrolling your child in our Summer Camp Program. We’re excited about the many opportunities they’ll be afforded to learn something new, make lasting friendships with others, and enjoy their break from school.

If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to speak with the Facility Director or an Administrative Team member.

We are looking forward to having a great summer.

Sincerely, Airborne and Gardner Hills School Age Centers (SAC) Management Team

Airborne SAC Front Desk

Gardner Hills SAC Front Desk

Parent Central Services

Child Abuse Hotline

270.461.1042/1047

270.461.0642

270.798.0674

270.798.8601

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GENERAL INFORMATIONSchool Age Centers (SAC) operate Monday-Friday from 5:30am-6pm. Breakfast is served from 8:30am-9:30am, lunch from 11:30am-12:30pm, and snack from 2:30pm-3:30pm.

Children utilizing the hourly care program will be limited to on-post field trips. First priority for field trips will be given to those who are enrolled in the weekly camp program.

All children enrolled in SAC Summer Camps are required to update their CYS files and accounts (to include work, home, and emergency phone numbers and contacts). Health Assessments, registration, SNAP forms (when applicable), and USDA forms must be up-to-date and active.

SAC is affiliated with the Boys and Girls Club of America (BGCA)and uses 4-H materials to incorporate diverse programs in the arts, health & life skills, character and leadership development, and education.

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DAILY SCHEDULEChild Initiated Activities

Breakfast

Summerfest Morning Assembly

Camp Activities

Lunch

Child Initiated Activities

Snack

Child Initiated Activities

5:30am-8:30am

8:30am-9:30am

9:30am-10:00am

10:00am-11:30am

11:30am-12:30pm

12:30pm-2:30pm

2:30pm-3:30pm

3:30pm-6:00pm

Each camp and activity room will post a schedule of available activities. Please check the “Field Trip Calendar”, as well as the signs posted each day for arrival and departure times for each trip.

Field trips will be scheduled to leave at varying times. Please make note of the time your child is to arrive to ensure he/she arrives on time for their selected trip. Youth who sign up for a weekly camp will have the opportunity to attend afternoon field trips (outside of camp hours) and their camp-specific field trip.

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CAMP/PROGRAM POLICIES• We have an open-door policy and all parents are encouraged to

visit and engage in our fun camp activities! • All medications for children must be in the original container, with

a prescription label, and be on our approved medication list. • Permission slips/consent forms must be filled out for children to

attend field trips. Permission slips give permission, but the children sign up for the field trips they want to attend.

• Fees are due in advance. Payments are due by Monday before the reserved week. Payments may be made in person at any CYS building, over the phone 270-461-0641/1042, or online at: https://webtrac.mwr.army.mil/webtrac/campbellcyms.html

• During COVID children must be walked in and out of the program by a member of management.

• Children may only be released to emergency contact designees listed in the child’s file. Changes to emergency contacts and account updates may be made in person and in writing. Changes cannot be made over the phone.

• If you choose to withdraw from a week, a withdrawal notice must be submitted in writing on the Friday prior to the enrolled week. Notice is required to ensure your bill is correct.

• Sunscreen, water bottle, change of clothes, and closed-toe shoes are recommended daily. Closed-toe shoes are required for gym activities, outdoor play, and field trips. A swimsuit, towel, and change of clothes are recommended in case of water play or messy outdoor play. For safety reasons, sunscreen and a water bottle are recommended but not required.

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Week 1: Force of Nature CampDuring their gardening experience, children will have an opportunity to cultivate meaningful and fun experiences alongside nature.

Activities: Introducing children to gardening increases their awareness of where food comes from and the importance of the environment in everyday life. This week will offer children the opportunity to explore their outside environment, learn the life cycle process, which plants grow best during the summer, as well as responsibility, caretaking, and environmental awareness. Hopefully, before summer camp ends, they will get to eat some of their very own produce.

June 1-June 4

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Week 2: Olympic CampOlympic Camp will provide children the opportunity to be physical, build strength, coordination, and confidence.

Activities: The children will have many chances to participate in a variety of fitness activities, sports and games. These fun and engaging activities will challenge their various abilities and interests.

June 7-June 11

Creatively Crafty Camp will encourage children to activate their imagination through art and allow it to take flight. Children will experience thinking outside fo the “box” and actively experiment using the arts.

Activities: Children will engage in art/theater activities that will trigger their imagination. These activities include arts, crafts, drama, puppetry and music. They will be exposed to a variety of materials that will allow them to create art. The children will have a chance to bring an artistic sensibility to their everyday interactions.

Week 3: Creatively Crafty Camp

June 14-June 18

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Week 4: Fitness Party in the U.S.A. CampThe focus of this camp is fitness, exercise, and living a healthy lifestyle. Youth will participate in fun-filled fitness activities to get them moving.

Activities: Children are expected to come dressed ready for lots of activity. They will learn how to have fun while exercising. Closed toe shoes required.

June 21-June 26

Week 5: Backyard Games CampThis week will focus on backyard-style games, such as football, ladder ball, volleyball, kickball, and badminton.

Activities: Children are expected to come dressed and ready for fun. Who knows, there may be a backyard barbecue. Closed toe shoes required.

June 28-July 2

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Week 6: Robotics CampRobotics week we will focus on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) technology by building robots and participating in fun science activities.

Activities: Children that enjoy gadgets, problem solving, and learning how things work will enjoy this camp.

July 5-July 9

Week 7: Chef’s Hat Challenge CampChef’s Hat week will focus on learning basic cooking skills, such as measuring, mixing, baking, and sautéing. We will come together with the other SAC building at the end of the week for an Iron Chef Challenge!

Activities: By the end of this camp, children should have the ability to cook basic meals for their parents.

July 12-July 16

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July 19-July 23

The focus this week will be on the arts! Youth that sign up for this camp will have the opportunity to learn many different artistic techniques and participate in fun activities.

Activities: This camp will give children a lot of hands on learning. Children need to wear clothes that may get messy.

Week 8: Picasso’s Corner Camp

Week 9: Summer Salute CampWith the last days of summer quickly approaching, we will be throwing a monumental celebration as a Salute to Summer.

Activities: This week’s activities will include a bouncy house, water play outback (water inflatable and balloons), a pizza party and a dunking booth.

July 12-July 16

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PARENT’S RESPONSIBILITIES• Parents are to ensure their children arrive at the

building at the designated time if they are signed up for a field trip. Their spot will be filled if they do not arrive on time.

• Permission slips are required for each field trip. Please make sure that you check the yes or no column for each trip.

• Parents are to ensure all items brought in by their children are clearly labeled with the child’s first and last name.

• Parents are to review the child’s responsibilities with their child prior to them attending camp.

• Parents are responsible for checking the calendar daily to know field trip days and arrival times.

• Parents should help youth pick camps wisely based on their interests. Switching camps or field trips WILL NOT BE ALLOWED. Medical reasons will be taken into consideration by management.

NO OUTSIDE ITEMS ALLOWED! (i.e. food, candy, electronic devices)

We are not liable for personal items brought from home.

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CHILD’S RESPONSIBILITIES• Children must bring all necessary items for field trips

(i.e. swimsuit, towel, change of clothes, sunscreen (if parent desires), closed-toe shoes).

• Children may bring extra spending money for field trips, but are responsible for maintaining their own money and purchases. Soda and items containing any kind of nuts MAY NOT be purchased.

• Each day will be packed with fun-filled activities. Children are responsible for dressing in comfortable and appropriate clothing and shoes daily. Closed-toe shoes are required for outside play, gym play, and field trips due to safety concerns. A change of clothing and shoes may be kept in a backpack.

NO OUTSIDE ITEMS ALLOWED! (i.e. food, candy, electronic devices)

We are not liable for personal items brought from home.

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FIELD TRIP INFORMATIONTransportation for field trips on and off post will be via bus or van. It is state law that children stay seated on the bus or van and wear seatbelts at all times. For safety reasons, children will be asked to stay seated with their seat belt on until their name is called to get off the bus.

Children will sign up for their own camps and field trips. Parents, please discuss options with your child in order to encourage good decision-making.

Children will not be allowed to switch camps or field trips. Exceptions to policy may be considered by management. Please be aware of the camp and field trip calendar daily and remember children must participate in their camp daily in order to attend camp-specific field trips.

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FIELD TRIPSMondays & Wednesdays | 9:30am-11amBowling at Hooper Bowling (Open to K-5th grades)

Mondays & Wednesdays | 2pm-3pmFunctional Fitness at Airborne SAC (Open to K-5th grades)

Tuesdays & Thursdays | 10am-11amFunctional Fitness at Gardner Hills SAC (Open to K-5th grades)

Tuesdays & Thursdays | 12:30pm-3:30pmDolan Pool (Open to 1st-5th grades)

Wednesdays | (Kindergarteners) 1pm-3pmSplash Pad at Dolan Pool (Open to Kindergarteners)

Fridays | (Kindergarteners) 10am-11am (4th/5th Graders) 1pm-2pm CYS Sports

Cooking Fitness

CAMPS 2021

Airborne SAC1231 Airborne Avenue

Fort Campbell, KY 42223270.461.1042/1047

Gardner Hills SAC7402 McAuliffe Way

Fort Campbell, KY 42223270.461.0642

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CAMPS 2021 - Army MWR