SUMMER DAY CAMP

JOIN THE FUN!

2016 McCormick Tribune YMCAmccormicktribuneymca.org

FRIENDSHIP. ACCOMPLISHMENT. BELONGING.Remember the fun of summer when you were

a kid? Exploring the outdoors, spending time with

friends, playing games and splashing in the pool?

At Y camp, we create an exciting, safe

environment for kids to have an unforgettable

summer of fun. And while they’re taking part in

unique experiences and adventures, they’re also

building self-esteem, developing interpersonal skills

and making lasting friendships and memories.

Summer is just around the corner,

so sign up at the membership desk today!

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McCormick Tribune YMCA1834 N. Lawndale Chicago, IL 60647 773.235.2525 mccormicktribuneymca.org

Professionally Trained StaffOur caring counselors are professional role models

ACA AccreditedWe maintain the highest standards regarding program safety and quality

SwimmingKids cool off in the pool under the close watch of lifeguards

Healthy Kids FocusDedicated to building healthy, confident, connected and secure children

Financial Assistance AvailableWe believe every child should have the opportunity to experience Y camp

Extended Care AvailableBefore and after hours to accommodate working parents

Field TripsUnique opportunities to explore nature and experience new places

22 Locations in ChicagolandClose to where you live and work

2016 SUMMER CAMP At the McCormick Tribune YMCA, we believe that children deserve a fun-filled and meaningful summer day camp experience. Our camp has an expanded outdoor space and provides NEW opportunities for programming, from sports to gardening and dance to cooking classes. Our programs are committed to providing campers the chance to grow in spirit, mind and body, and reinforce the YMCA's core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility. Our staff will provide structured activities that will take place on YMCA grounds as well as in neighboring parks.

Session Dates1 Jun 13-172 Jun 20-243 Jun 27-Jul 14 Jul 4-85 Jul 11-156 Jul 18-227 Jul 25-298 Aug 1-59 Aug 8-1210 Aug 15-1911 Aug 22-26

For more information call 773.235.2525.

**Dates subject to change, based on CPS 2015-2016 Calendar.

REGISTRATION BEGINS February 1, 2016

CAMP SESSIONS 11-Week Sessions: June 13-Aug 26

Campers can register for one week or multiple weeks. Weekly or partial days are available.

OPTIONS:• Traditional Camp: 4-5 days per week• Partial Day Camp: 3 days per week

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CAMP HOURS Early Care 7-9am

Core Camp 9am-4:30pmExtended Camp 4:30-6pm

AGES We serve youth ages 4-14. Campers need to be age 4 by June 1, 2015

OUR CAMPS HAVE THE FOLLOWING• Professionally and thoroughly trained staff• Healthy meals: Free breakfast and lunch• Outdoor educational activities• Character development curriculum• Emphasis on healthy lifestyle and activities• Activities to suit every age, ability and interest• Wide range of field trip offerings

SUMMER CAMP PARENT MEETING Join us at our parent information session:

All parent information meetings will be held at the McCormick Tribune YMCA at 6:00 pm. We will discuss registration procedure and NEW payment schedules.• Wednesday, February 24, 2016• Wednesday, March 23, 2016• Wednesday, April 20, 2016

Camp Orientation will be held for the purpose of meeting camp staff. Parents can ask questions about program, staff trainings and more.• Wednesday, May 18, 2016, 6:00pm

SUMMER CAMP FEES All weekly camp fees and Action for Children monthly co-pays must be paid the Wednesday before your child(ren) begin. Membership Camp Type Weekly Fee

Member Full Days, 4-5 days $160 Non-Member Full Days, 4-5 days $185

Member Partial Days, 3 days $115Non-Member Partial Days, 3 days $145

A $25 deposit will be required for each session.

PAYMENT SCHEDULE Fees need to be paid prior to starting a session. A deposit guarantees your spot but the balance must be paid by the Wednesday before the next session. Those campers who register on Thursday or the day of the session will pay 10% more. All campers will not be allowed to attend camp until session is paid. This applies to both private paying members and those receiving assistance from Action for Children. The Action for Children monthly co-pays must be paid accordingly. Payment dates for Full Day Camp

Payment Due Date DatesJune 8th Jun 13-17June 15th Jun 20-24June 22nd Jun 27- Jul 1June 29th Jul 4-8July 6th Jul 11-15July 13th Jul 18-22July 20th Jul 25-29July 27th Aug 1-5

August 3rd Aug 8-12August 10th Aug 15-19August 17th Aug 22-26

Deposits: To guarantee a spot in our camp a $25 non-refundable, non-transferable deposit per week is required when registering. All deposits must be paid for each week you register your child(ren). Before the camp begins, you may cancel the session or week(s) and receive a refund of the total paid for that session or week(s), minus the non-refundable, non-transferable deposit. If your child is hospitalized or ill for an entire camp week, you may receive a refund for days missed minus the nonrefundable, nontransferable deposit with a doctor's note.

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ACA RATIOS Our summer camp is accredited by the American Camping Association and we adhere to ACA staff-to-camper ratios.

Age Camper-to-Staff Ratio4-5 6:16-8 8:19-14 10:1

FEE, CANCELLATIONS, REFUNDS Before camp begins, you may cancel the session or week(s) and receive a refund of the total paid for that session or week(s), minus the non-refundable, non-transferable deposit. If your child is hospitalized or ill for an entire camp week, you may receive a refund for days missed minus the nonrefundable, nontransferable deposit with a doctor's note.

ACTION FOR CHILDREN The McCormick Tribune YMCA accepts Action for Children certificates. Action for Children is a child care financial assistance program provided by the Illinois Department of Human Service for working families. Families will need to provide household income information to qualify. The Action for Children applications, re-determination forms and change of provider forms for McCormick Tribune YMCA site are available at our Membership Desk.

DON'T WAIT! The process for applying can take up to 30 days or more for new applicants to receive approval. We will need to have an approval letter before the first week of camp.

If you are not approved before the camp begins and you want your child to start, you will need to pay $25 fee per week until approved. Once you are approved your payment will be credited toward your monthly co-pay. Once you are accepted you will be responsible for paying the parent co-pay. The only exceptions is if the family has an open case and can add the YMCA as an ADDED Provider.

Please contact Action for Children at 773.823.1100 or www.actforchildren.org for more information.

Please note: Applications for Action for Children with our information are available at our Membership Desk. Applications are available on-line at www.mccormicktribuneymca.org. Also, you will need information from our center to complete the application. Do not mail applications to the YMCA.

Parents are responsible for submitting all information to Action for Children.

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MONTHLY AFC CO-PAY DEADLINE: Payment dates: June, 2016, due first day of June attendance July, 2016, due July 1, 2016 Aug, 2016, due Aug 1, 2016

All AFC campers MUST attend 4-5 days a week. If not, parents will be charged an additional YMCA fee.

WHAT TO BRING TO CAMP• Gym Shoes NO FLIP FLOPS OR SANDALS• A water bottle labeled with camper's name• Bathing suit and towel labeled with the

camper's name• Wear a protective hat or cap• Wear sunscreen and bug repellent everyday (bring

extra to re-apply)• Wear a jacket or sweatshirt if the weather is cool• Wear camp shirt on field trip days

(SHIRT will be provided)

PLEASE MARK YOUR CHILD'S FULL NAME CLEARLY ON EVERYTHING.

WHAT NOT TO BRING TO CAMP• Cellphones• Toys, trading cards, or games from home• iPods, MP3 players, digital cameras• Portable/hand-held electronic equipment• Money, unless suggested for field trips

THE McCORMICK TRIBUNE YMCA IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR LOST OR STOLEN ITEMS.

The Lost & Found table will be set up every Friday. Any items left after the summer will be donated.

ACTIVE GREEN SPACE The Y is a national leader in both health eating and youth programming. Enrolling your child in our camp also gives them the opportunity to participate in our Active Green Space program. Our curriculum focuses on environmental issues, health & wellness, and agriculture & horticulture. We aim to encourage campers to interact with their natural surroundings and learn about eating healthy, being outdoors, and where our food comes from. We tailor the activities to your child's age and provide them with high quality programming we've designed ourselves!

The Active Green Space will schedule our campers to participate in the Dig-In program which includes lessons on health, gardening, and nutrition. Youth will learn how diet and exercise impact chronic disease through hands-on activities including working in the garden, preparing healthy snacks, and participating in other outdoor activities.

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SUMMER CAMP

SUMMER CAMP @ MCCORMICK TRIBUNE Y We believe that children and teens deserve a fun-filled and meaningful summer camp experience. Our camp has a great gym and outdoor space. Our programs are geared toward your child's growth in spirit, mind and body, and reinforce the YMCA's core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility. This year we will focus on providing a FUN learning environment.

Our goal this summer is to enhance your child's view of fun. We are focusing our program offerings to include pre-school and teens activities that challenge them to try something new & different. We are creating 3 separate camps in one. Every activity will be age appropriate. All will follow the YMCA standards and abide by the American Camping Association.

Explorers Camp: For ages 4-5, the young preschool camper will learn to, play and grow. The Y will provide your child with a safe and fun place to interact with other children, participate in games, songs, structured activities. The Campers will help develop your preschooler's physical, social and emotional skills. The Y's Kids also get to go on age-appropriate field trips! This group will also take afternoon naps. ALL Y'S KIDS CAMPERS MUST BE POTTY TRAINED.

Adventure Camp: For ages 6-10, we provide campers the opportunity to take part in a variety of classes and activities to grow in spirit, mind and body. Fun games, special theme days, songs, sports, crafts, swimming and field trips are only part of the fun. The trained camp staff works to help campers build self-esteem, experience diversity and develop character.

Teen Camp: For ages 11-14, we provide the same structure and variety of classes as the Adventure Camp, but campers will also be exposed to more learning and off-site activities. Our trained staff will lead the group on field trips in and around the city.

SPECIALTY SPORTS CAMP Your child(ren) old will develop motor skills and a love for a variety of sports from basketball to soccer and non-traditional sports of all sorts.

This fantastic program builds social skills and sportsmanship while having fun in a safe and welcoming environment. Ages: 6-10 (6 weeks)Sports of all Sorts: June 6-10Soccer: June 13-17Flag Football: June 20-24Floor Hockey: June 27-July 1stVolleyball: July 11-15Basketball: July18-22 $200 Member $240 Non-member per week

BALLET CAMP Summer I: (5 weeks) June 6-July 10, 2016 Summer II: (5 weeks) July 11-Aug 14, 2016

Cheerleading Camp: Participants will learn the basic fundamentals of cheerleading. Incorporating across the floor drills to enhance and develop local motor skills. The foundation for understanding music and rhythmic patterns, and creative expression through movement. This class will meet twice a week for one hour and will have a culminating showcase were participants can show off their skills!

Dance Camp - Creative Movement: Dancers will learn the basic fundamentals of ballet. Incorporating across the floor drills to enhance and develop local motor skills. The foundation for understanding music and rhythmic patterns, and creative expression through movement. This class will meet twice a week for one hour and will have a culminating showcase were dancers can show off their skills!

Creative Movement (Ages 5-7) Wed and Fri 4-5pm Aerobics Room

Ballet-Beginners Level 1 (Ages 8-10) Dancers will learn the Level 1 ballet training. Incorporating vocabulary including bare work, across the floor combinations, and music/rhythmic patterns. This class is designed to provide the beginner level ballet technique appropriate to age and skill level. This class will meet twice a week for one hour and will have a culminating showcase were dancers can show off their skills!

Ballet (Ages 8-10) Wed and Fri 5-6pm Aerobics Room

Dance Camp Fee: Per Session $100 Member $200 Non-member

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