Summer Camp:
It’s Summer at The Summit!
Adventures await your child this summer at camp at The Summit. Traditional day camp with weekly themes runs continuously from June 7-August 6. Summer Camp is available to children who are 3 to 4 years old (Squires) and 5 years old through 3rd grade (Knights). Young children must be able to use the restroom independently before admission to summer camp.
The activities each week are based on different themes. In addition to the topic of the week, indoor and outdoor play, board games, crafts, and of course, just plain summer FUN are part of the day.
Our Summer Camp program is designed and run by our professional staff of caring and experienced teachers, many of whom are members of the full time Summit Country Day School faculty. They are carefully selected and highly qualified, energetic, and enthusiastic individuals.
All campers have the option to attend full or half day camps. If your child is attending another camp on our campus during a different part of the day and you want him or her to attend summer camp for the remainder of the day, we will make arrangements.
There will be weekly off-campus field trips or special treats as part of the afternoon summer camp experience. Campers attending off-campus trips must have a signed authorization on file in the Summer Camp office. This form can be found in the registration section of the website www.summitcds.org –summer programs-summer camp forms or consent via the on-line registration.
Summer Camp Dates and Fees
Monday - Friday
Week 1 - June 7-11 (Course number sc01)
Week 2 - June 14-18 (Course number sc02)
Week 3 - June 21-25 (Course number sc03)
Week 4 - June 28-July 2 (Course number sc04)
Week 5 - July 6-9 (no camp July 5) (Course number sc05)
Week 6 - July 12-16 (Course number sc06)
Week 7 - July 19-23 (Course number sc07)
Week 8 - July 26-July 30 (Course number sc08)
Week 9 - August 2-August 6 (Course number sc09)
Summer Camp Hours and Fees
Regular Full Day Camp 8:30-3:30 $295/week ($236 week 5)
Morning Half Day 8:30-11:30 $175/week ($140 week 5)
Afternoon Half Day 12:30-3:30 $175/week ($140 week 5)
Registration Fee $25/ camper (this is a one- time fee for the summer)
Before Camp Care - 7:30-8:30 $5/day $20/week
After Camp Care - 3:30-5:30 $15/day $75/week
Late pick-up charges: $15 each 15 minutes or portion thereof after 5:30 p.m.
Week 1 June 7-11 (Course number SC01 )
Tweet! Tweet! And Hoot!- Here Birdie, Birdie!
A bird of a different feather! Did you know that there are different classifications of birds and bird families? What kinds live near us and how do they live? How can bird watchers tell the types apart? What do the different sounds mean? This week we will study our fine feathered friends. Of course there will be many crafts and activities that have the bird theme and we will try our hand at the art of bird watching.
Week 2 June 14-18 (Course number SC02)
“Silly Songs”
Enjoy a week of fun lead by our own Summit Country Day music teacher, Rebecca Slater, as we learn a variety of fun and silly songs. The campers will perform a Friday concert showcasing what they have learned throughout the week, with a pizza party to follow.
Week 3 June 21-25 (Course number SC03)
Kids in the Kitchen – Cooking
Do you like food? How about cooking the food? This week we will go a little crazy in the ‘kitchen’ and learn how to make some yummy treats and real foods that are nutritious as well as delicious. We might make snacks for the summer heat, beverages to cool us down, or perhaps create an awesome meal to fill our stomachs! Can you smell the good food now? We will also talk about proper nutrition and eating habits.
Week 4 June 28 - July 2 (Course number SC04)
Holiday Madness
Everyone loves a holiday celebration. Back by popular demand, we will celebrate a different holiday every day this week as we have some summer fun. Christmas in July- why not? What is wrong with summer-time Valentines? Of course, we will celebrate our nation’s birth with games and crafts to honor it in style.
Week 5 July 6-9 (no camp July 5) (Course number SC05)
Water, Water, Everywhere
Come join us on a deep sea diving adventure as we explore the five oceans of the world and learn about the amazing plants and animals that live in them. Enjoy a variety of water activities in the afternoon that help bring the ocean theme to life. Get ready to get a little messy as we create ocean themed projects and crafts to take home by the end of the week.
Week 6 July 12-16 (Course number SC06)
Dr. Seuss
Who does not like the Cat in the Hat! This week we will read a variety of Dr. Seuss books and then choose one or two to perform for the other camper class. We will make costumes and props and of course rehearse our lines. Perhaps we will try our own version of green eggs and ham for a treat!
Week 7 July 19-23 (Course number SC07)
Sports, Sports, and more Sports
What is summer camp without a week of different sports? Once again we will try new and different team and individual sports. Some of them are traditional, others you may never heard of before! In reality, anything where campers are having fun with each other can be a sport; it is all part of the game! Our annual outing to the Reds game is planned for this week in the afternoon, so plan to spend morning and afternoon with us!
Week 8 July 26-30 (Course number SC08)
Space Week
Take a trip to the outer reaches of the universe. Learn about planets, comets, the moon and more. We’ll discover what makes each planet unique, identify constellations in the sky, and find our place in space. Lots of hands on lessons and experiments will enhance this unit. Even if you think you have studied it, we will be looking at the summer sky using our very own star lab.
Week 9 August 2-6 (Course number SC09)
Down on the Farm
What do baby animals, home grown fresh foods, tractors, and hard work have in common? Farming- that’s what! This week we will look at the industry of farming and learn about the different types of farms and how what they produce ends up in our homes. Who knows where this week may take us!
Location: Summer Camp is held in the Lower School Building on The Summit Country Day Campus.
Arrival: All campers must be signed in when they arrive and signed out every day when they leave by an authorized adult.
Dress: The appropriate dress for most days will be shorts, tee shirt, tennis shoes, and socks. Sandals are discouraged since they may pose a safety hazard with the gym or outside activities. Occasionally, a swimsuit and towel will be required. A note will go home the Monday of the camp week if that is the case.
Lunch: Snacks and drinks are provided throughout the day; however, all-day campers will need to bring a packed lunch and a drink. Refrigeration is available and utilized.
Dismissal: Campers who are not participating in the After Camp Care must be picked up from the dismissal area at 3:30 p.m. If they are not picked up they will be sent to the After Camp Care where a late fee will be assessed. (See hours and fees)
Health Forms: All campers (including current Summit students) are required to have a current health form on file. If camper is a current Summit student, the administrator will obtain this form from current records. If there is not a form on file please complete this information in the appropriate place online. Please notify summer camp staff via email of any of any allergies prior to the beginning of the camp week.
Medication: If your child must take medication during the time he/ she is with us, you must complete a medication administration form. These forms are available online at www.summitcds.org
Photographs: We will be taking many photographs of the children throughout camp to use for The Summit Summer Camp Program and for future publications. Please be sure to let us know if you do not want your child photographed.
Cancellation: Summer Camp at The Summit reserves the right to cancel a camp due to low enrollment. Fees will be refunded if a camp week is canceled. In the event that the camp session has reached the maximum number of campers, you will be notified and payment will be refunded.
Refund Policy: Refunds will only be granted if the request is made in writing to the Summit business office prior to June 1, 2010. Requests made after that date will not be granted-No exceptions.
Partial attendance: No refund or reduction in fees is possible for a child who arrives late, leaves early, or attends only part of a session.
Discipline Policy: It is expected that every student attending summer camp at The Summit follow school procedures and standards of behavior. Consideration of others in thought and action is expected. Summit reserves the right to require the withdrawal of any camper who poses a discipline problem or a disruption to the learning process. No refunds will be issued for campers who are asked to withdraw.
