YMCA Summer Day Camp 2014

Registration begins March 4

SuMMeR dAY CAMP 2014 YMCA of Greater Kansas City

MISSIon Our mission this summer is to have fun while learning essential life skills that build positive and resilient self-images in a safe, supportive environment. LeAdeRShIP

Everyone has the ability to become a great leader. Campers will gain a newfound sense of self-confidence and empowerment through this week’s team building, problem solving and special challenges.

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This week campers will energize their mind, body and soul as they take on sports and fitness, healthy cooking and nutrition challenges, and enjoy some camp-spirit fun.

AdventuRe

What’s growing up if not for a little adventure? This week is all about everything unusual and exciting. We will take on the great outdoors and have new experiences we will remember for years to come.

IMAGInAtIon

“Imagination is everything. It is the preview of life’s coming attractions.”- Albert Einstein. Campers will explore the arts and discover outlets of self-expression in this creative week.

CuRIoSItY

This week will open up new worlds and possibilities as campers are encouraged to be active and observant by taking on a variety of experiments, games and activities.

vISIon

Do you know what you want to be when you grow up? It’s never too early or too late to have dreams and aspirations. This futuristic week will have campers dreaming big and exploring limitless possibilities.

tRAdItIonSThere’s something magical and exciting about celebrating our favorite holiday traditions, which is why we will celebrate as many as possible in one week. So Happy Birthday, Happy Halloween, Happy Independence Day…we’re doing them all!

ReSPonSIbILItY

Changing the world has never been this much fun! Join us this week as our campers make an impact on their community and their planet.

InnovAtIon

Campers this week will learn how to get out of the box to accomplish tasks, solve problems and build challenging projects. You never know when the next great invention will come—it might get its start this summer.

FRIendShIP

We are going to celebrate the friendships that we have made over the summer and maybe even make a few more. Campers will re-live some of their favorite games, activities and memories this final week with the amazing people they met this summer.

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Santa Fe Trail Elementary7100 LamarOverland Park, KS 66204(71st and Lamar)

Fee: $160 a week

SCheduLe | 7 A.M.-6 P.M.

May 27-30 Leadership (Field Trip)June 2-6 EnergyJune 9-13 Adventure (Field Trip)June 16-20 ImaginationJune 23-27 Curiosity (Field Trip)June 30-July 3 VisionJuly 7-11 Traditions (Field Trip)July 14-18 ResponsibilityJuly 21-25 Innovation (Field Trip)July 28-August 1 Friendship

eXPLoReRS PReSChooL dAY CAMPAGeS 3-5 YeARS oLd In our Explorers Preschool Camp, children will participate in themed weeks with special guests, family events, hands-on learning and some splash time. YMCA Preschool Camp provides a fun and interactive environment for children 3-5 years old. Campers will enhance their social skills, develop friendships and focus on kindergarten readiness through theme-based activities and bi-weekly field trips. Your preschooler will have the opportunity to learn through exploration while remaining active and experiencing the benefits of the great outdoors. This is the only preschool camp we offer, so be prepared to register early.

Register at YMCASummerFun.org or call 913.345.9622.

ReGISteR noW FoR YMCA SuMMeR dAY CAMP!Call 913.345.9622 for a registration form, or visit YMCASummerFun.org.

YMCA Youth development Services8205 W 108th Terrace, Suite 120Overland Park, KS 66210

bLue vALLeYCottonwood Point Elementary10521 W 129th StreetOverland Park, KS 66213(129th and Switzer)

Heartland Elementary12775 GoodmanOverland Park, KS 66213(127th and Antioch)

Mission Trail Elementary13200 Mission RoadLeawood, KS 66209(133rd and Mission Road)

Sunset Ridge Elementary14901 EnglandOverland Park, KS 66221(151st and Antioch)


May 27-30 LeadershipJune 2-6 EnergyJune 9-13 AdventureJune 16-20 ImaginationJune 23-27 CuriosityJune 30-July 3 VisionJuly 7-11 TraditionsJuly 14-18 ResponsibilityJuly 21-25 InnovationJuly 28-August 1 Friendship

Fee: $175 a week

CenteRRed Bridge Elementary10781 Oak StreetKansas City, MO 64114(108th and Holmes)

SCheduLe | 6:30 A.M.-6 P.M.

May 27-30 ResponsibilityJune 2-6 InnovationJune 9-13 FriendshipJune 16-20 LeadershipJune 23-27 EnergyJune 30-July 3 AdventureJuly 7-11 ImaginationJuly 14-18 CuriosityJuly 21-25 VisionJuly 28-August 1 Traditions

Fee: $140 a week

oLAtheBriarwood Elementary14101 S Brougham DriveOlathe, KS 66062(143rd and Black Bob Road)

Forest View Elementary12567 S Canyon DrOlathe, KS 66061(127th and Hedge Lane)

Mahaffie Elementary1300 N Nelson RoadOlathe, KS 66061(119th and Nelson Road)

Ravenwood Elementary12211 S Clinton RoadOlathe, KS 66061(119th and Iowa)

Woodland Elementary11601 S Woodland RdOlathe, KS 66061(College Boulevard and Woodland Road)


May 27-30 FriendshipJune 2-6 LeadershipJune 9-13 EnergyJune 16-20 AdventureJune 23-27 ImaginationJune 30-July 3 CuriosityJuly 7-11 VisionJuly 14-18 TraditionsJuly 21-25 ResponsibilityJuly 28-August 1 Innovation

Fee $175 a week

enCoRe WeeKAugust 4-8 | Ages 6-12An additional week of summer day camp is available at select locations.

Please call 913.345.9622 to learn more.

tRAdItIonAL dAY CAMP AGeS 6-12 YeARS oLd New experiences, skill-building, a sense of community and lasting friendships are all part of Traditional Summer Day Camp. Weekly themed activities allow campers to create arts and crafts, explore science and technology, swim, participate in field trips, appreciate nature, and better understand our many cultures. Campers will build self-confidence, appreciate teamwork and sportsmanship while gaining independence as they nurture their spirits, challenge their minds and strengthen their bodies. Kids can explore diverse interests and have fun along the way.

PLAtte CountY R-3Pathfinder Elementary1951 NW 87th TerraceKansas City, MO 64154(Barry Road and Platte Purchase)

Siegrist Elementary1701 BranchPlatte City, MO 64079


May 27-30 InnovationJune 2-27 No CampJune 30-July 3 ImaginationJuly 7-11 CuriosityJuly 14-18 VisionJuly 21-25 TraditionsJuly 28-August 1 Responsibility

Fee: $110 a week

RIveRSIdeRiverside Community Center4498 NW High DriveRiverside, MO 64150



Fee: $140 a week, $95 a week for campers who qualify for free and reduced lunch

ShAWnee MISSIonChrista McAuliffe Elementary15600 W 83rd StreetLenexa, KS 66219(87th and Lackman)

East Antioch Elementary7342 LowellOverland Park, KS 66204(75th and Lowell)

Santa Fe Trail Elementary7100 LamarOverland Park, KS 66204(71st and Lamar)

SCheduLe | 7 A.M.-6 P.M

May 27-30 InnovationJune 2-6 FriendshipJune 9-13 LeadershipJune 16-20 EnergyJune 23-27 AdventureJune 30-July 3 ImaginationJuly 7-11 CuriosityJuly 14-18 VisionJuly 21-25 TraditionsJuly 28-August 1 Responsibility

Fee: $175 a week

SPRInG hILLPrairie Creek Elementary17077 W 165th StreetOlathe, KS 66062 (159th and S Mur-Len)



Fee: $160 a week


SPeCIALtY CAMPS AGeS 6-12 YeARS oLd Kids can explore their passions or discover a new passion through our specialty camps. Your child can pursue their special interests and learn new skills in a safe and fun environment with other campers. Specialty campers will test their skills every Friday in challenges or field trips that build on the specialty camp theme.

LoCAtIonSForest View Elementary12567 S Canyon DrOlathe, KS 66061(127th and Hedge Lane)

Heartland Elementary12775 GoodmanOverland Park, KS 66213(127th and Antioch)

SCheduLe | 7 A.M.-6 P.M.Specialty camp activities 9 a.m.-noon, traditional camp activities 7-9 a.m. and noon-6 p.m.

May 27-30 SoccerJune 2–6 BasketballJune 9-13 LegoJune 16-20 ArtJune 23-27 EngineeringJune 30–July 3 No Specialty CampJuly 7-11 Flag FootballJuly 14-18 Basketball July 21-25 Soccer July 28–August 1 Drama

Fee: $190 a week


SoCCeRPlayers receive an introduction to soccer basics through fundamental activities, games and fun challenges. Skill-building activities and competitions will develop budding players throughout the week. This clinic is offered for all skill levels.

bASKetbALLPlayers learn proper dribbling, shooting and passing. Participants will learn how to play offense and defense while participating in scrimmages and a Friday tournament. This clinic is for all skill levels.

LeGo Design and build motorized machines, catapults, pyramids, demolition derby cars and other constructions. Campers will explore concepts in physics and engineering while playing with their favorite creations. This is a hands-on camp for LEGO novices to enthusiasts.

ARt Capturing imagination is important at any age. That’s why art camp at the Y focuses on helping children turn their ideas and dreams into creative pieces of art. Campers will develop a variety of skills and explore different forms or art, with the goal of making a beautiful masterpiece by the end of the week.

enGIneeRInG CAMP Campers will build things through the foundation of science and engineering education. Innovation and creativity are encouraged! Throughout the week campers will build water rockets, submarines, mouse trap cars, hovercrafts and more.

FLAG FootbALLLearn the fundamentals of flag football and work on proper footwork, agility, running and passing. No experience is necessary. This clinic is for beginners and intermediate players.

dRAMA Campers receive an introduction to the basics of drama. Activities will challenge campers to get outside of their comfort zones to learn the art of performing, from impromptu acting to theatrical acting. At the end of the week, they will show off their skills with a performance.

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KU Edwards CampusRegnier Hall12610 Quivira RoadOverland Park, KS 66213

Fee: $175 a week



teen dAY CAMP AGeS 12-14 YeARS oLd Teens have a reason to step away from their screens and get out and have some face-to-face interaction at Teen Day Camp. They will learn life skills such as communication, collaboration and social skills that will help them down the road in college and beyond. Enriching and interactive activities teach the Y’s four core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility. Teens have the ability to make activity choices in a fun, safe environment while making lasting friendships.


SuMMeR oF SeRvICe AGeS 11-18 YeARS oLd Youth Volunteer Corps of Greater Kansas City, hosted by the Y, offers weekly service opportunities for youth ages 11-18 in June and July. The intensive summer volunteer opportunity allows youth to serve their communities. Each service project lasts four days. Youth serve in teams at projects all over the community, and each project includes icebreakers, team-builders, and service-learning lessons. Sign-ups for the 2014 program will be April 16. For more information, visit yvckc.org, or contact YVCKC at 913.345.9622 or [email protected].

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eXPReSS YouRSeLF CAMP AGeS 6-14 YeARS oLd

June 10-11, 2014 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

To help children who have experienced a loss or life change develop healthy coping skills, the YMCA of Greater Kansas City and Saint Luke’s Home Health and Hospice work together to offer Express Yourself Camp at Camp Naish. The camp is designed for kids who’ve experienced a loss or change, such as a death of a loved one, a divorce in the family, moving, the death of a pet, losing a home, a serious illness in the family or changing schools.Express Yourself Camp offers all-day activities, a safe environment for youth to express emotions associated with loss, and the support of professionally trained staff including grief counselors and volunteers. Small group activities will include music therapy, a multi-media project, physical activities, arts and crafts, skits and a closing ceremony. Campers will learn different ways to express their feelings of loss and to remember a loved one or a life change in a celebratory way.

We’Re MoRe thAn A CAMP. We CARe. As a nonprofit, the Y makes scholarships available to help ensure that all have the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive through

programs like summer day camp. For more information or to help send another child to camp by making a donation to the Y’s annual

campaign, call 913.345.9622.

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LoCAtIonCamp Naish1100 Martinek Lane Kansas City, KS 66111

Fee: $50. Scholarships are available upon request.

Central drop-off and pick-up locations will be available.

Want to help? Ask about volunteer and sponsorship opportunities.

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CAMP nAISh outdooR deStInAtIon CAMPAGeS 6-12 YeARS oLd

YMCA of Greater Kansas City will provide an outdoor destination day camp experience for youth ages 6-12 years old that will include opportunities to explore the great outdoors while meeting new friends. Campers will take part in activities such as archery, BB guns, camp crafts, nature hikes, camp songs and fun games. Multiple, convenient drop-off and pick-up locations and healthy lunches and snacks Monday through Friday will give youth an outdoor residential camp experience with the peace of mind of returning home every night.


May 27-30 LeadershipJune 2-6 No CampJune 9-13 AdventureJune 16-20 No CampJune 23-27 CuriosityJune 30-July 3 VisionJuly 7-11 TraditionsJuly 14-18 ResponsibilityJuly 21-25 InnovationJuly 28-August 1 Friendship

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Camp Naish1100 Martinek LaneKansas City, KS 66111

dRoP-oFF And PICK-uP LoCAtIonS Drop-off available 7-8:30 a.m.Pick-up available 4:30-6 p.m.

Christa McAuliffe Elementary15600 W 83rd StreetLenexa, KS 66219(87th and Lackman)

Cottonwood Point Elementary10521 W 129th StreetOverland Park, KS 66213(129th and Switzer)

Woodland Elementary11601 S Woodland RdOlathe, KS 66061(College Boulevard and Woodland Road)


Fee: $200 a week includes lunch and snack

“We can absolutely tell how much Paige is enjoying each day, and she’s having great experiences!” —Mom of a camper

“the people were really nice. My friends were nice. I love the games and songs. I want to go back there.” —Maddy, a camper

LooKInG FoR An oveRnIGhteXPeRIenCe ? Check out CAMP Wood YMCA visit CampWood.org or call 620.273.8641.

FInAnCIAL ASSIStAnCe AvAILAbLe FoR thoSe Who QuALIFY

YMCA oF GReAteR KAnSAS CItY 3100 Broadway Street Suite 1020Kansas City, MO 64111

ReGISteR noW Y dAY CAMPCall 913.345.9622 for a registration form or visit YMCASummerFun.org

ouR MISSIon The YMCA of Greater Kansas City, founded on Christian principles, is a charitable organization with an inclusive environment committed to enriching the quality of family, spiritual, social, mental and physical well-being.

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