summer day camp - 2015 buehler ymca

2015 Buehler YMCA

SUMMER DAY CAMPJOIN THE FUN!

buehlerymca.org/camp

Camp is Y.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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CAMP INFORMATIONREGISTRATION DATES/FEES Registration: Starts Monday January 19, 2015

Full-Day Camps include:• Free extended care for all full-day camps from

7-9am and 4-6pm. (Not available for half-day preschool camp.)

• Weekly field trip or in-house entertainment.• T-shirt is provided to all full-day campers.

Campers attending multiple sessions receive one T-shirt for the summer to be worn on field trips or as designated.

• Swimming Lessons for all Full Day • Campers ages 5 and up• All the fun your camper can handle!

CAMP SESSION DATES We offer a variety of camps to meet your child's individual interests and needs. Please refer to specific camp listing for a detail of description of activities, session dates and fees.

All camps run from 9am-4pm daily, unless otherwise noted. Week Dates Weekly Theme

Pre Jun 8-12 "Getting to Know You"1 Jun 15-19 "We've Got Game"

2 Jun 22-26 "CSI..Cool Science Investigation"

3 Jun 29-Jul 3 "Stars and Stripes"4 Jul 6-10 "Windy City"5 Jul 13-17 "Splish, Splash"6 Jul 20-24 "The Great Outdoors"7 Jul 27-31 "Camp Rock"8 Aug 3-7 "Creative Genius"9 Aug 10-14 "Curious Minds"10 Aug 17-21 "Game Show Week"

Buehler YMCA1400 W. Northwest Highway, Palatine, IL 60067 847.359.2400 www.buehlerymca.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

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TRADITIONAL CAMP PRICING Early Bird SpecialEarly Bird

Members $220 $240Non-

Members $280 $300

Time Frame Until April 26th

April 27th till 3 days before camp session

MANDATORY PARENT ORIENTATION Half Day Preschool Camp Orientation: Thursday, June 4th at 6pm.

Full Day Camp Orientation: Friday, June 5th at 6pm.

This is your opportunity to meet Summer Camp Program Directors and staff, who will be interacting with your camper all summer. We will review the parent handbook and go over camp policies and procedures. We would love to use this time to answer any and all questions you might have.

REGISTRATION AND PAYMENT• All campers must be registered and paid in full

by the Wednesday prior to attending their week of camp. A $30.00 non-refundable deposit is required for each week of camp. All campers must hold a valid youth or family YMCA membership to receive the member rate, and it must remain valid until Sep 1, 2015. If the membership is terminated prior to Sep 1, the Non-member rate is due on all camps attended

• The final day to register for a particular week is the Wednesday before attending camp. All payments are due by this date.

• All paperwork, medical forms, and waivers are due the Wednesday before your child attend. Your child will not be permitted into camp without receipt of these documents.

WHAT TO BRING• Swimsuit and Towel• Lunch and Drink in an unbreakable container• 2 Healthy Snacks• Labeled Water Bottle• Sunscreen• Hat or Visor• Closed toe shoes. (Flip flops permitted

for water parks only)

CAMP INFORMATION

EARLY BIRD RATESAVE 10%

Per week on 5-day Traditional Summer Camp Option when you

register by April 26.(Valid through 4/26. Cannot be combined

with any other specials or discounts. Early bird rates do not apply to specialty, sports,

adventure or aquatics camps)

A DAY AT CAMPAPRIL 4TH FROM 9AM-3PM

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TRAINED STAFF Professionally trained and enthusiastic staff are the key ingredient to a positive camping experience at the Buehler YMCA. Each counselor is selected based on their skills, maturity, creativity and sensitivity to the needs of all our camp participants. All of our counselors participate in a minimum of 40 hours of training prior to their first camper's arrival, so you can rest assured your child's counselor will be a caring, positive role model. Staff are certified in CPR, AED and First Aid!

CAMP RATIOS Camper Age Staff to Campers

3-5 1 to 66-8 1 to 89-15 1 to 10

FINANCIAL AID• Scholarships are available for those needing

help to pay for camp through the Illinois Action for Children organization. If you qualify, Action for Children assistance can be applied for all 11 weeks of day camp.

• Applications for assistance through Action for Children may be picked up at the Member Services Desk with instructions for completing. You may also contact them directly at 312.823.1100 or by visiting www.daycareaction.org.

• You must submit all forms to Action For Children directly, 30 days prior to attending camp.

• You do not have to be a Buehler YMCA member to receive financial assistance from Action for Children.

• Action for Children assistance may be used towards any of our camps.

• If you do not qualify or were denied funds through Action for Children, you may apply for funds through Buehler YMCA. Buehler has scholarships available through our Annual Fund fund which was generated through donations and gifts from staff, members, and the community. Scholarship forms are available at the Member Services Desk.

• Buehler YMCA day camp scholarships are limited to Buehler YMCA members only. These scholarships cannot be applied to any of the specialty camps. All campers must hold a valid youth or family membership from the date of registration until Sep 1, 2015. Membership scholarships are also available.

• Assistance is based on annual income, family size, and supported documentation.

• A non refundable deposit per week is required to hold your child's spot in camp even if you have applied for Action for Children or Buehler's financial assistance program. This deposit may be applied to your co-pay amount after approval has been obtained.

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SUMMER CAMPS

JUNIOR EXPLORERS SUMMER PRE SCHOOL PROGRAM Buehler YMCA will be offering an extended DCFS licensed preschool program throughout the summer months.

This program will offer fun academic learning activities as well as games and outside activities based upon the weekly theme. Lunch is also included. All these will be staffed with our licensed preschool/kindergarten teachers and aides. Classrooms will be assigned according to age levels.

Weekly Themes6/8-6/12 - Summertime Fun6/15-6/19 - Animal Planet6/22-6/26 - When Dinosaurs Roamed the Earth6/29-7/3-Party in the USA7/6-7/10-Space is the Place7/13-7/17-Where the Wild Things Are7/20-7/24-Fun with Foods7/27-7/31-A Camping we will go8/3-8/7-Beach Party

Age Date Day Time3-5 Jun 8-Aug 7 (10 weeks) M/W/F or T/TH or M-F 9:30am-1pm or 7am-6pm

Half Day PricingMon-Fri M-W-F Tue & Thur

Member $120 $80 $55Non-Member $170 $130 $105

Full Day Pricing3-4 Mon-Fri M-W-F Tue & Thur

Member $220 $175 $125Non-Member $280 $235 $175

EXPLORERS CAMP Great News! All day camp for your 5 year old! Is your child ready to make that transition from part time camp to full time camp? This is the camp for them! Modeled after our traditional day camp, your 5 year old will have a blast making crafts, singing songs, swimming and more! All activities will be perfectly planned to keep your 5 year old engaged and nurtured!

Age Date Day Time

5 years Jun 8-Aug 14 (10 weeks) M-F9am-4pm*

*Extended care hours available 7-9am and 4-6pm

Early BirdMembers $230 $240

Non-Members $280 $300Time Frame Till April 25th April 26th till 3 days before camp session

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JUNIOR DISCOVERY CAMP Do you want your children ages 6-8 to have a summer they will never forget? Jump into Junior Discovery Camp! Your junior discovery camper will have the opportunity to participate in an array of organized educational and recreational activities, all of which promote social skills, self confidence, sportsmanship, character development and healthy kids. Daily activities include swimming lessons, crafts, sports, singing, cookouts, and group games. Each week of camp includes a field trip too!

Age Date Day Time

6-8 Jun 8-Aug 21 (11 weeks) M-F9am-4pm*



Non-Member $280 $300Time Frame Till April 25th April 26th till 3 days before camp session

DISCOVERY CAMP Discovery Camp is designed for youth to grow and increase self confidence while developing values, respect, and self esteem. Children make lifelong friends and have fun! Activities include sports, songs, crafts, swimming, field trips and socialization! Every Friday campers will get to participate in a cookout!

Age Date Day Time




Non-Members $280 $300Time Frame Till April 25th April 26th till 3 days before camp session 2 days before camp session

TEEN CAMP/LEADERS IN TRAINING Need a place for your teenager to spend their summer other than on the couch? Send them to the Buehler YMCA Teen Camp! This camp focuses on leadership, team building, character development and community service. Your teen will participate in self esteem building activities along with sports, career exploration, swimming, field trips, and weekly cookouts! Other than weekly field trips, your teen will also participate in a weekly community service project and accomplish approximately 5 hours per week requirement for high school.

Age Date Day Time



Early BirdMember $220 $240

Non-Member $280 $300Time Frame Till April 25th Apr 26 until 3 days before camp session

SUMMER CAMPS

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SPORTS CAMP Sports Camp is designed for youth to grow and increase self confidence while developing values, respect, and self esteem. Children make lifelong friends and have fun! Activities include sports, songs, crafts, swimming, field trips and socialization! Every Friday campers will get to participate in a cookout!

Age Date Day Time6-12 Jun 22-26 M-F 9am-4pm*


6-12 Jul 6-10 M-F 9am-4pm* *Extended care hours available 7-9am and 4-6pm

6-12 Jul 20-24 M-F 9am-4pm* *Extended care hours available 7-9am and 4-6pm

6-12 Aug 3-7 M-F 9am-4pm* *Extended care hours available 7-9am and 4-6pm

6-12 Aug 17-21 M-F 9am-4pm* *Extended care hours available 7-9am and 4-6pm


Non-Members $280 $300

Time Frame Till April 25th April 26th till 3 days before camp session

GYMNASTICS CAMP For Girls who want to increase their gymnastics skills, while improving flexibility, strength, endurance, coordination, balance and self-esteem. Camp is designed to give a full workout and to provide FUN! Gymnasts rotate through all events as well as swimming and fitness activities. Participants take a field trip every week and perform in a weekly show for the parents. Beginners through advanced skill levels are welcome.

Age Date Day Time6-12 (Girls) Jun 8-Aug 14 (10 weeks) M-F 9am-4pm*

Extended care hours available from 7-9am and 4-6pm. Early Bird

Member $220 $240Non-Member $280 $300

Time Frame Till April 25th April 26th till 3 days before Camp session

SUMMER CAMPS

Parents who are looking for a 3 day all day traditional camp new in the Summer of 2015 we will be offering this option for traditional camps (Jr Discovery, Discovery, and Teen Camp). You will choose the days you would like to attend. If you choose Wednesday which is a field trip day your camp week will be more expensive.

3 Day without Wednesday Member Non-Member

Early Bird $165 $215$185 $235

3 Day with Wednesday Member Non-Members

Early Bird $180 $230$200 $250

3 DAY CAMP OPTION

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SPECIALTY CAMPS

BASKETBALL CAMP Is your camper the next Michael Jordon? This is the camp for them! Spend the week, dribbling, passing, shooting, and being a team player in our skill driven basketball camp!

Members: $280 Non-members: $320 Age Date Day Time

6-12 Jun 15-19 M-F9am-4pm*


MYSTERY DETECTIVES Who doesn't love a good mystery? Come join us in becoming mystery detectives! We will learn mystery-solving techniques such as deductive reasoning, clue finding techniques, crime scene investigation and much more. The week will culminate with a special mystery party where campers will each play a role in a mystery and will work to solve the mystery.


6-12 Jun 15-19 M-F9am-4pm*


SPORTS OF ALL SORTS Campers will have the opportunity to play a different sport everyday! Teams and activities will be divided into age appropriate groups. Let your camper try their hand at basketball, soccer, baseball and more!


6-12 Jun 22-26 M-F9am-4pm*


WEIRD SCIENCE CAMP Science has never been so much fun and messy. Campers test their science skills making slime, and building rockets, as well many other fun and exciting projects. Every day is a new learning experience.


6-12 Jun 22-26 M-F9am-4pm*


DODGEBALL MANIA CAMP How about a dodgeball war?! This camp will teach kids sportsmanship and fair play while participating in a variety of dodgeball games. Safety is our number one priority! Strict game rules will be enforced during play, and so will a strict requirement to have fun!


8-15 Jun 29-Jul 3 M-F9am-4pm*


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CRAFTY BEAVER ART CAMP Does your camper love to make a mess and be creative? Then they must be a crafty beaver! This is the perfect camp for the child that loves to create, color, draw, paint and have a ball!


6-12 Jun 29-Jul 3 M-F9am-4pm*


WINDY CITY TRAVEL CAMP Do you enjoy going on a different adventure each day? Come join us as we will take various tours throughout the Chicagoland area. Trips could consist of discovering how different foods are made, sporting event locations, museums, or an activity tour.


8-15 Jul 6-10 M-F9am-4pm*


SOCCER CAMP Campers will progress through the fundamentals of soccer and refine their skills, such as juggling, fakes, heading, scrimmages and more! Special attention is given to instruction in fundamentals and individualized skill development.


6-12 Jul 6-10 M-F9am-4pm*


WILD ABOUT WATER CAMP Spend time swimming, playing water games, throwing water balloons and more! This fun camp will keep your little fish busy, and wet!


6-12 Jul 13- Jul 17 M-F9am-4pm*


CHEERLEADING CAMP For girls interested in developing cheer and tumbling skills. campers will learn cheers, tumbling and dance routines. There will also be a show for parents!


6-12 Jul 13-Jul 17 M-F9am-4pm*


SPECIALTY CAMPS

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SISKEL AND EBERT CAMP This camps main focus with be making are own original camp movie. Campers will also learn what to look for in critique movies.

Members: $280 Non-members: $320Age Date Day Time

6-15 Jul 20-24 M-F9am-4pm*


ADVENTURE TRAVEL CAMP This camp has an adventure every day of camp! Go hiking, biking, climbing, do a scavenger hunt, and go on the weekly field trip! Campers will build endless memories in this high mileage camp!


6-12 Jul 20-24 M-F9am-4pm*


CAMP ROCK Let your star camper shine! Do they sing? Do they dance? Can they act? This is the camp for them! They will spend the week putting together a spectacular talent show for all of the other campers! Your outgoing and gifted camper will love this camp!


6-15 Jul 27-31 M-F9am-4pm*


LEGO CHALLENGE CAMP This advance camp is for the creative thinker who not only enjoys LEGOS but also like teamwork. Teams will work to devise the fastest, strongest and coolest LEGO structure possible. Mixed with games, weekly field trip, daily LEGO builds, etc. Campers celebrate their success at the end of session in a friendly competition.


6-12 Jul 27-31 M-F9am-4pm*


LEGO-MANIA CAMP We love Legos! Campers will spend at least three hours a day building towers, mazes, bridges and testing their minds and imaginations with each new adventure. There will also be free-play time each day. Lego campers will participate in weekly field trip and cookouts!


5-10 Aug 3-7 M-F9am-4pm*


SPECIALTY CAMPS

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WET & WILD WATER PARKS CAMP Spend time traveling to three different water parks for an exciting day of water fun , playing water games, throwing water balloons. This fun camp will keep your camper busy, and wet!


8-15 Aug 3-7 M-F9am-4pm*


ENTREPRENEURS CAMP Money talks and here's where you listen. This camp will focus on campers making up there own business and learning how to run it successfully. Camp will also do traditional camp activities like games, swimming, and more!


8-15 Aug 10-14 M-F9am-4pm*


FASHIONISTA CAMP Do you like to get dolled up? Share you sense of style in this fun makeover camp! Spend the week dressing up, applying makeup and trying out fun hairstyles! Let your inner diva shine!


6-12 Aug 10-14 M-F9am-4pm*


GAME MAKER CAMP Do you love board games and inventing things? Do you have an endless imagination and love to create? Game Makers learn about what makes games successful and use these tactics to create their own! How cool would it be to have your own board game?


6-12 Aug 17-21 M-F9am-4pm*


AROUND THE WORLD Campers can explore different cultures from around the world including languages, types of cuisine, art and the way other cultures live. This camp is meant to provide campers with a continued appreciation of the diverse world around them.


6-12 Aug 17-21 M-F9am-4pm*


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PRESCHOOL AND AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS

KINDERGARTEN COUNTS: AM AND PM Kindergarten at the YMCA is a DCFS-licensed program taught by early childhood educators with a curriculum based on Illinois Common Core Learning Standards and includes Jolly Phonics and Guided Reading. Our program also includes weekly work which focuses on number and letter recognition and writing as well as simple math.

Students participate in educational, physical, and social enrichment activities like music, CATCH, and swimming. Field trips and class parties are scheduled throughout the school year.

Children attending kindergarten at District 15 schools including Hunting Ridge, Jane Addams, Lake Louise, Lincoln, Marion Jordan, Paddock, Pleasant Hill, Sanborn, Virginia Lake, Whitley, and Winston Campus can extend their school day to include the Kindergarten Program at Buehler YMCA which provides educational and enrichment activities. Lunch is included.

AM Kindergarten Students at the YMCA begins at 8am and students are transported from the YMCA to PM Kindergarten at participating District 15 schools

PM Kindergarten students at the YMCA will be transported from their AM Kindergarten at participating District 15 schools to the YMCA. This program runs to 4pm. After care until 6pm may be added for an additional fee.

Our program is DCFS Licensed and our classes are taught by Early Childhood Educators.

PRESCHOOL:Full Day: Buehler YMCA offers a DCFS Licensed full year preschool program for children ages 3-5*. In our program we use the Scholastic’s Early Childhood Curriculum and follow weekly themes that incorporate four main subject areas each week: reading readiness, math concepts, hands-on-science and the social sciences. Teachers use creative play to enhance learning and social skills. Our teachers are certified Early Childhood Educators, who have their bachelor’s degrees and/or early childhood endorsements.

*Children need to be toilet trained to be in our full day preschool.

Half Day: Buehler YMCA offers play-based Preschool Programs that encourage children ages 2.5-5* to explore their environment as they develop creativity, problem-solving, and skills related to cognitive, physical, and social/emotional growth. Students are introduced to literacy through a phonemic approach that includes the Jolly Phonics program as well as math, science, and social studies concepts taught through hands-on activities.

*Children are not required to be toilet-trained to attend Preschool. However, for those children who are not yet toilet-trained, an adult must remain in the facility while the child is participating in Preschool Programs.

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BEFORE CARE AND LINK AFTERSCHOOL:Buehler YMCA operates an in-house, DCFS-Licensed before and after-school care program throughout the school year.

Before care students can arrive as early as 6:45 am. Breakfast is provided daily. Students are transported to their school for the day.

After care students are transported from school to the YMCA and provided care until 6 pm. A snack is provided daily.

Current schools serviced include Hunting Ridge, Immanuel Lutheran, Jane Addams, Lake Louise, Lincoln, Marion Jordan, Paddock, Pleasant Hill, Sanborn, St. Theresa, Thomas Jefferson, Virginia Lake, Whitely, and Winston Campus. Schools need a minimum of 2 students registered to provide transportation.

At the YMCA, School Age programs offer children the opportunity to build strong relationships while engaging in educational and social enrichment environments.

PRESCHOOL AND AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS

We utilize creative, research-based curriculums that include an appreciation for language and literature, listening, speaking, reading, and writing. In addition we incorporate physical activity to build engagement and interest.

Children are separated by grade level. Activities and lessons are Developmentally Appropriate for their grade level. All staff is DCFS licensed and trained in CPR/First Aid and Child Abuse Prevention. All staff has 15 hours of training yearly in child development, classroom management, safety, and other related topics. The YMCA follows a 1:12 ratio of staff to children.

Always prevalent in our programs are the YMCA character values of caring, honesty, respect & responsibility

HEALTHY KIDS DAYHEALTHY KIDS DAY Join us for Healthy Kids Day April 25, 2015! This is a free and open event full of fun, treats, and educational info regarding healthy kids and families. Put some play in your day! Activities bouncy house, crafts, snacks and more. Don't miss it!

Register for camp at Healthy Kids Day before the early bird summer day camp pricing ends!

April 26th is the last day for Early Bird Registration for Summer Day Camp!

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2015 YMCA Summer Overnight Camp

FUN & ADVENTURE START HERELooking for an overnight, resident camp experience for your child or your family this summer? The YMCA of Metro Chicago has four resident camp options in beautiful pristine areas sure to provide special memories to last a lifetime.

YMCA Camp DuncanSince 1921, Camp Duncan has provided safe, quality camping programs for boys and girls ages 7 to 15 and Teen Adventure Camps for 15 to 17 year olds. All activities are geared to the developmental level of the campers. Camp Duncan is a co-ed, summer resident camp located near Fox Lake, Illinois, on 300 acres.

YMCA Camp MacLeanCamp MacLean is located just two miles east of Burlington, Wisconsin, just 20 minutes from Lake Geneva, on 247 acres of woods and grassland property. The camp offers fun and challenging activities such as swimming, climbing, boating, kayaking, archery, hiking, and much more. We also leave room for plenty of traditional programs, including sing-alongs, campfires and campouts.

YMCA Camp PinewoodTraditional but up-to-date, Camp Pinewood features 16 cabins on a private, spring-fed lake, with every activity from sailing to horseback riding. The camp is nestled in the heart of the Manistee National Forest near Muskegon, Michigan. It’s convenient but remote enough to ensure that everyone enjoys the natural beauty of the camp’s 200-acre facility.

YMCA Family Camp NawakwaFamily Camp Nawakwa offers a unique experience- an opportunity to bring together whole families, not just children, through camping. The camp sits on 180 acres of pristine forest lands, and includes wetlands and lakes with abundant wildlife. The camp is nestled in Lac du Flambeau, Wisconsin, which is home to the Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Indians.

YMCA Camp IndependenceCamp Independence is a special place for campers age seven and up with spina bifida. At camp, kids become a community as they learn both how to be more independent and how to contribute to a group. We teach self-reliance, a love for nature, and the development of attitudes and practices that build character. Our counselors are dedicated to making sure camp is an amazing experience for every camper.

ymcachicago.org/overnightcamp

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