Stamford Family YMCA 2016 Summer Camps

Where kids make friends for l ife!

Stamford Family YMCA 2016 Summer Camps

AMAZING SUMMER OF MEMORIES

REGISTER ONLINE: WWW.STAMFORDYMCA.ORG

Welcome to the Stamford Family Y CampsJune 20 - August 12, 2016

WAYS TO REGISTER1. Register online NOW at stamfordymca.org

2. Visit our Member Services Staff at the Y at 10 Bell Street, Stamford, CT 06901

3. Download a registration form online at stamfordymca.org Return it either by postal mail or scanned via email to [email protected].

4. Questions: Call Danielle at (203) 357-7000 Ext. 117

IMPORTANT CAMP DATES• Camp Registration Opens: February 1st

• Q&A and Registration at Y Open House Saturday: February 20th, 8:00am-5:00pm

• Meet’n Greet Camp Leadership Team Thursday: June 2nd, 6:00-7:00pm

• CIT ORIENTATION Friday, June 3rd, 6:00-7:00pm

• CAMP BEGINS Monday, June 20th, 9:00am-4:00pm

• INDEPENDENCE DAY Monday, July 4th, CAMP CLOSED

• CAMP ENDS Friday, August 12th

Dear Families,

For nearly 150 years the Stamford Family YMCA has played a vitally important role in supporting the social, emotional, and academic development of young people in the City of Stamford. Motivated by our mission to instill the values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility in all of our programs, we offer a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment presented in activities that ensure self-discovery, team-building, and community.

Children enjoy a daily schedule filled with opportunities to make memories, develop lasting friendships, explore nature, foster independence, find their voice, and express and contribute their gifts. Guided by trained counselors, campers are supported by positive role models and teachers who are committed to creating a kid-focused summer camp community.

Our program complements academic programs offered in schools, ensuring that campers will be able to practice and enhance skills learned in their classrooms. With a robust reading program and the integration of STEM skills in their daily activities, campers will apply their developing critical thinking skills in theme-based activities and field trips. While field trips include water parks, a professional baseball game, museums, and hikes, campers will appreciate how their adventures relate to their academic learning and aspirations. In addition, our campers will contribute as writers, illustrators, artists, and photographers for our camp newsletter.

The following pages describe the broad range of summer opportunities offered at The Stamford Family YMCA. We invite you to join us this summer as we continue to create another amazing summer of memories….

We look forward to seeing you!

Kind regards,

DanielleDanielle Jean-Guillaume SittolYouth, Family and Camp DirectorStamford Family YMCA

CAMP MOVES ME | Friendship, Accomplishment, Belonging

Make New FriendsThrough adventure, team-building activities, games, and discovering their artistic and athletic talents, campers develop meaningful relationships in groups of up to 18 children. Grouped according to their grade and guided by three trained and motivated counselors, our campers spend their days engaged in various activities, laughing, and creating their own communities within the larger camp experience.

STAMFORD FAMILY YMCA | (203) 357-7000 | www.stamfordymca.org

Discovering Your PotentialWhether or not campers are new to a sport, skill, or activity, they will be encouraged to take healthy risks and challenge their physical strength. Coached by our professional staff, campers will gain confidence as swimmers and be motivated to add such sports as archery and gaga to their list of favorite sports.


Closing

Team Time

Community Activity

Swim Lessons

Lunch

Sports & Games

SAMPLE DAY AT CAMP MINI

9:00am 9:25am 9:50am 10:55am 12:00pm 1:05pm 2:10pm 3:15pm 3:50

Activity - Arts

Morning Rally

Theme-based Enrichment


FULL SEASON SESSION ONE SESSION TWO SESSION THREE SESSION FOUR

Dates Jun 20-Aug 12 Jun 20-Jul 1 Jul 5-Jul 15 Jul 18-Jul 29 Aug 1-Aug 12

Member $1,650.00 $425.00 $425.00 $425.00 $425.00

Non-Member $1,996.00 $514.00 $514.00 $514.00 $514.00

Before Care 7:30-9:00am $200 $50 $50 $50 $50

After Care 4:00-6:00pm $200 $50 $50 $50 $50

Extended Care-Before & After $300 $75 $75 $75 $75

Summer Camp Dates: June 20 – August 12 A non-refundable deposit of $250 per child is due upon registration No credits or refunds will be given for any reasonTHE BALANCE FOR ALL SESSIONS IS DUE IN FULL BY JUNE 17, 2016Parent orientation & new camper orientation is Friday, June 3rd, 2016, from 6 – 7pm

Staff to Camper Ratio: 1:6Drop-off/pick up: Monday through Friday at the Stamford Family Y Hours: Monday – Friday from 9:00am – 4:00pmLunch and afternoon snack provided dailyBreakfast provided to campers enrolled in early careExtra snack provided to campers enrolled in after careWeekly field trips highlighting each theme weekSwim lessonsWeekly visits to Cove Island BeachReading CornerOutdoor camp experience at Rocky CraigDance WorkshopCampers receive 1 Camp t-shirt

CAMP MINI | PROGRAM DETAILS

CAMP MINI for children ages 3-5 (children must have completed one year of Pre-K or are currently in Kindergarten and be toilet-trained).

The Stamford Family YMCA is committed to ensuring that your child’s first summer camp experience is special. Camp Mini provides a safe, nurturing, and age-appropriate environment where children make new friends and have fun. Guided by a supportive professional staff, campers develop confidence in their literacy and math skills and develop as artists and athletes. Campers engage in a broad range of activities including arts and crafts, story and quiet time, sports, swim lessons, and theme-based weekly fields trips.

CAMP MINIGrades PRE-K through KINDERGARTEN

CAMP MINI | DATES & RATES


Discover New PlacesThroughout the camp week, campers are introduced to a variety of physical activities, STEM enrichment, and arts and crafts projects that provide them with new and exciting opportunities to learn, grow, and have fun. In addition to weekly trips to Cove Island Beach, campers participate in weekly, theme-inspired field trips which allow them to explore, reflect, and celebrate new knowledge and accomplishments.





Member $1,650.00 $425.00 $425.00 $425.00 $425.00

Non-Member $1,996.00 $514.00 $514.00 $514.00 $514.00

Before Care 7:30-9:00am $200 $50 $50 $50 $50

After Care 4:00-6:00pm $200 $50 $50 $50 $50



CAMP WOW | DATES & RATES

Closing

Team Time

Community Activity

Swim Lessons

Lunch

Sports & Games

SAMPLE DAY AT CAMP WOW

9:00am 9:25am 9:50am 10:55am 12:00pm 1:05pm 2:10pm 3:15pm 3:50

Activity - STEM

Morning Rally

Theme-based Enrichment

Staff to camper ratio: 1:8Drop-off/pick up: Monday through Friday at the Stamford Family Y Hours: Monday – Friday from 9:00am – 4:00pmLunch and afternoon snack provided dailyBreakfast provided to campers enrolled in early careExtra snack provided to campers enrolled in after careWeekly field trips highlighting each theme weekSwim lessonsSpecial enrichment presentations STEM inspired activitiesWeekly visits to Cove Island BeachOutdoor camp experience at Rocky CraigCampers receive 1 Camp t-shirt

CAMP WOW campers engage in activities that support their physical and emotional development and emerge as thoughtful contributors to their groups. They participate in various sports, arts and crafts, dance, special events, theme-based field trips, and swim lessons. Campers develop intangible life skills that include negotiation, collaboration, and active listening.

CAMP WOWGrades ONE through FIVE

CAMP WOW | PROGRAM DETAILS


Be a Part of Something MoreA summer experience at the Stamford Family YMCA provides children with an opportunity to be part of something special, something more. Campers have the good fortune to learn, play, grow, and thrive in a diverse community of peers who represent their dynamic city. Whether your child spends one session or the entire summer with us, they will know that they are a special part of something great. Engaged in enriching activities and surrounded by a diverse staff committed to their unique development and positive experience, your child will thrive and share many stories of adventure and achievement each afternoon on the car ride home.

“I’m proud that my child goes to a camp that has children represented by all cultures.”

“I was worried that camp would be all play and no work. But by the end of the summer, my son was talking about his favorite books and stories.”

“My child is very shy and does not

easily make friends. Thanks to the

Y, She spent the summer telling

stories about her new buddies and

her favorite counselor.”

“My daughter

has been

attending the

Y camp for 4

years! She feels

safe and loved

there and wants

to go back every

summer.”




Member $1,750.00 $440.00 $440.00 $440.00 $500.00

Non-Member $2,117.00 $532.00 $532.00 $532.00 $590.00

Before Care 7:30-9:00am $200 $50 $50 $50 $50

After Care 4:00-6:00pm $200 $50 $50 $50 $50



TEEN ADVENTURE | DATES & RATES

Staff to camper ratio: 1:10Hours: Monday – Friday from 9:00am – 4:00pmLunch and afternoon snack provided dailyBreakfast provided to those campers enrolled in early careExtra snack provided to those campers enrolled in after careSwim lessonsTennis lessonsSpecial enrichment presentationsRopes course training, zipliningWeekly adventuresCampers receive 1 Camp t-shirtTeens attend Camp Getaway, Kent, CT for one week during session 4Weekly field trips highlighting each theme week

TEEN ADVENTURE | PROGRAM DETAILS

Campers participating in the Stamford Family YMCA’s Teen Adventure Camp have the unique opportunity to develop critical-thinking and decision-making skills while engaging in a broad range of activities. Such activities include canoeing, rock climbing, swimming, fishing, white water rafting, paintballing, skeet shooting and more! Our program, led by a dedicated staff of counselors, encourage positive values, character-building, community-building, and lots and lots of fun.

TEEN ADVENTUREGrades SIX through EIGHT

Eligibility & Requirements1) Applicants must be15-162) Previous work experience and strong desire to work with children3) Applicants must complete an application with references4) Interview with Camp Director and Program Director

Contact Danielle Jean-Guillaume Sittol at [email protected] or call 203.357.7000 Ext. 117

The Stamford Family YMCA C.I.T. program is a selective program that offers teenagers, ages 15-16, the opportunity to develop leadership skills and learn how to contribute and grow as a thoughtful counselor and role model to younger campers. Our selection process is rigorous and includes an application, references, and interviews with the Camp Director.

During your time as a Camp C.I.T., you will become part of a camper-centered community, learning just how we make camp special for each kid. You will develop practical skills that will transfer to a host of future experiences, from college to positions of employment.

Counselors-In-Training are leaders in training who receive weekly evaluations in an environment that provides a unique opportunity for youth to build leadership skills through engagement with our diverse community of campers. In addition to working, C.I.T.’s enjoy the many special activities offered at camp including field trips, swimming, athletics, and the various other opportunities to share in the fun of camp!

Please note that while many of our CITs are former campers, this is not a prerequisite for enrollment into this program.Participants in this program are actively encouraged to apply as a counselor for the following summer.

COUNSELORS IN TRAINING (C.I.T.)For Rising 9th and 10th Graders

Rates

Members Non-Members

Per Session $100.00 $150.00

Full Season $400.00 $600.00

Our C.I.T.’s and Staff

STAMFORD Y YOUTH LEADERSHIP


Mission: The Stamford Family YMCA is a community service, nonprofit organization committed to programs that strengthen the spirit, mind & body for all.

FAQs Who supervises my child?Safety is our number one priority. Our camp staff is made up of dedicated and experienced adults who have received a minimum of 20 hours of training and are all CPR and first-aid certified. We have an extensive interview process including references, background checks, and drug screening to ensure the best possible role models for your children. What are the hours of camp?Our camp day runs from 9am-4pm Monday-Friday, but we also are here to accommodate your family’s schedule and offer extended care before and after camp each day. Extended care hours are: 7:30am-9am and 4:00pm-6pm. Check the registration form for fees. What do I need to send with my camper each day? We will supply the atmosphere for a great camp experience and ask only that you send your camper to camp each day with a bathing suit, towel, a water bottle and closed-toed shoes. We recommend applying sunscreen and bug spray before you get to camp. Lunch is provided daily by Chartwells. Snacks are also provided during camp. If your child is registered for extended care, they will receive breakfast (early drop off) and an afternoon snack (extended care).

Can I afford camp?With camps starting at just $425 for the week, and because of the YMCA’s commitment to providing financial aid and never turning away a family, we are confident that there are camps that are right for you. Contact us for ways we can help ensure an amazing summer for your family.

WITH US, YOU BELONGMEMBERSHIP AT THE Y

The Stamford Family Y is a cause for strengthening community. We are here working with you every day to ensure that you, your family and our community have the resources and support to learn, grow and thrive. Our focus is on developing the potential of kids, improving individual health and well-being, giving back and supporting our community. . . Investing in a Membership will give you access to the following benefits.*

• Preferred rates on all program registrations

• Priority registration for camp, swim lessons, youth sports and dance programs

• Access to our entire facility, including our pool, gymnasium, and indoor track

• A positive community dedicated to helping you achieve your goals

• Adult and Youth Group Exercise Classes

• Family Movie Nights

• Family and Youth Group Exercise classes

• Family swim time

Sign up for a Family Membership with your Camp Registration, and receive special membership pricing. Offer valid for families signing up for both Camp and a NEW Family Membership in the summer of 2016 only. Contact Sarah Feldstein at [email protected] or stop by the front desk for more information.

Everyone is welcome at the Y. The YMCA is a nonprofit organization dedicated to building healthy, confident, connected and secure children, adults, families and communities.


Mission: The Stamford Family YMCA is a community service, nonprofit organization committed to programs that strengthen the spirit, mind & body for all.Financial assistance available for qualifying individuals and families.

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STAMFORD FAMILY YMCA10 Bell StreetStamford, CT 06901

www.stamfordymca.org203-357-7000

The Stamford Family YMCA is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization that relies on private and public support to fulfill its charitable mission of community service.

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Stamford Family YMCA 2016 Summer Camps