Kids Rock Summer Camp Information Packet

1. Welcome Letter

2. General Camp Overview

3. Weekly Themes and Elective Class Schedule

4. Daily Schedule

5. Meet The Staff

6. Emergency Information

7. Early Drop/Late Pick up Scheduling Sheet

8. Waivers and Permission Forms

9. Kids Rock Referral Program

10. Kids Rock Sponsors

Camp Director: Ben Ashby Website: www.KidsRockSummerCamp.com

Phone: 616-644-6109 Email: kidsrocksummercamp@gmail.com

Dear Kids Rock Parents,

Thank you for signing up your child for Kids Rock Summer Camp. The

camp staff and I are very excited about all of the fun activities that we have

planned for the summer. Our motto at Kids Rock is “committed to giving

campers the best summer of their lives.” We genuinely hope that your child’s

week at camp is one that will create a lifetime of memories.

The vision at Kids Rock is to provide a summer camp where all kids can

find activities that they love. We want to have an environment where campers

can learn new things, while feeling safe and successful. We have a wide variety

of programming happening this summer at Kids Rock ranging from: theme

activities, sports, elective classes, drama, singing, devotions, and arts and crafts.

As they run, laugh, smile, and play, it is our hope that campers will learn that

each moment in life is truly a gift from God.

Enclosed in this information packet you will find all of the necessary

information to ensure your child’s enjoyment and safety at camp. There are a

few important details that I would like to further note. All permission forms and

waivers need to be filled out and either mailed or dropped off on the first day of

camp. Certain elective classes will require a pre-registration to ensure that

campers will arrive with the necessary materials to participate in the class. This

can be done by contacting me via email or phone. If you have any questions

about any of the contents of this packet, do not hesitate to contact me.

The Kids Rock staff has a heart for God and a heart for kids. It is our

mission to serve you as best as we can. Please let us know if your family has

any special needs, or if there is anything that we can do to make this camp

experience the best that it can be for your kids. If you would like to sign up for

any extra weeks, we will be taking sign-ups all summer long if spots are

available. Thanks again for choosing Kids Rock to deliver an awesome camp

experience for you and your kids!

In Christ,

Ben Ashby

General Camp Overview

DROP OFF AND PICK UP TIMES: For a full day of camp, the recommended drop off time is between 7:45-8:30am and the recommended pick up time is between 5:00-5:30pm. If you would like to drop your child off earlier than 7:45am, or pick them up later than 5:30pm, you will need to fill out an early drop off/late pick up scheduling sheet. Otherwise, if you are late more than 5 minutes in picking up your camper, you will be charged a $5 late fee. If you would like to pick your child up early or drop them off late, we can be flexible with those arrangements. Pick up and drop off this year will be at the back of the building. EARLY DROP/LATE PICK UP SCHEDULING SHEET: If you need to drop your camper off early, or pick them up late, you need to fill out and return the attached Early Drop/Late Pick Up Scheduling Sheet. The cost is $5 per family for each half hour. We need to have the sheets filled out and returned to us by the Friday before each week so that we can schedule before and after camp supervision. DROP OFF/PICK UP POLICY: Kids Rock is very concerned about the safety of our campers. We ask that you walk your camper inside each morning to drop them off, and come inside to pick them up each afternoon. Anyone picking up a camper other than a parent/guardian needs to be authorized in writing ahead of time by the parent/guardian. Campers walking or biking to and from camp need to have a signed permission slip from the parent or guardian. PAYMENT: Payment for each week is due before the first day of each camp week. Failure to pay may result in the removal of the camper from camp. EMERGENCY CARD/WAIVERS: Campers cannot attend camp until the parent/guardians has filled out the emergency information card, permission to treat form, and liability waiver. In addition, we also are asking you to fill out the permission slips regarding sunscreen, over the counter medication, biking/walking to camp, PG movies, and field trips. These forms are included in the packet beginning on page 12, and will also be available the first time you drop your camper off. You may bring the forms to camp the first day, or mail them in ahead of time. WHAT TO BRING TO CAMP: Campers should bring sunscreen with their name on it, clothes that may get wet/dirty, and athletic shoes. If the camper does not have athletic shoes to wear they may not be able to enter the gymnasium area. It is also recommended that campers bring with them a water bottle, snacks, and a change of clothes. Campers may bring with them appropriate toys/games to play with during free time at the counselor’s discretion. Certain activities like some of the elective classes may require students to bring additional items with them to camp and will be communicated to you with an email or note home. LUNCHES/SNACKS: Kids Rock does not provide lunch, and bringing a sack lunch is recommended. However, we will have lunchables available for purchase

for $3, as well as Hungry Howies Pizza available for purchase on Fridays for $1/slice. A pizza order slip will be available at the registration table. Campers will have access to a refrigerator and microwave to heat their lunch if necessary. Kids Rock will provide a snack for the campers each afternoon. We recommend that you pack a snack for the campers to eat in the am during our morning break time. FACILITIES: Kids Rock is located at Zeeland Christian School, 334 W. Central Ave, Zeeland, MI 49464. Kids Rock will have access to three classrooms, the gymnasium, bathrooms, the playground, and athletic fields. Tennis instruction will take place at Lawrence Park. KIDS ROCK I & II: Campers entering grades 1-3 will be grouped together in Kids Rock I. Campers entering grades 4-7 will be grouped together in Kids Rock II. Each group will have their own home base, and age appropriate games and activities available to them for free time. Kids Rock I & II will come together for certain theme, class and sports activities when it is age and number appropriate. CAMP LEADERSHIP: The camp leadership program is for grades 8-10. The campers who sign-up for this program will be expected to be role models for the younger campers. In addition, they will take on an expanded role with camp to assist in games, activities, and other duties necessary to help the camp function. It will be a way for these campers to gain valuable job and resume experience, while having a great time participating in camp. ADULT TO CAMPER RATIO: The adult to camper ratio will never be higher than 10 to 1. The ratio will frequently be 7 or 8 to 1. ELECTIVE CLASSES: Kids Rock is offering unique elective classes for the campers each week and will do its best to give each camper their first choice. Campers will write down their first and second choices for elective classes on the first day of each week. Certain classes that require campers to bring something from home require a pre-registration. CANCELLATION /REFUND POLICY: Kids Rock requires a two week notice on any cancellations in order to receive a refund of payment. In the event that a cancellation occurs with less than two weeks notice, we will give you a rain check to be used on a future week this summer or the following summer. If payment has not yet been received at the time of the late cancellation, the family will still be required to pay for the registered weeks. This policy is to allow us adequate time to contact families with campers on the waiting list, and make informed decisions regarding weekly supplies and counselor work schedules.

June 18-22: Wet Wild N’ Wacky

Theme Description: Campers will have a blast participating wet, wild, and wacky activities like water fights, wacky hair day, water balloon toss, and the wet n’

wild carnival.

Sport of the Week: Soccer

Tennis Singing Hockey Scrap

booking/card making

Campers will learn basic tennis skills

and have a chance to use

them in game-like situations!

Campers will learn fun songs and basic singing techniques!

Campers will learn basic hockey skills

and have a chance to practice them in fun, game-like settings!

Bring some pictures of friends and family at home

and learn some scrap book and

card making basics!

Special Instructions:

Campers should wear clothes that can get wet/dirty, and bring a swim suit and change of clothes. Bring the whole family on Friday at 4pm

for the Kids Rock Carnival!

June 25-29: Olympic Week

Theme Description: Campers will compete in Olympic events like long jump shot put,

relay races and more! Join us at the end of the week for the closing ceremony to see which country won the Olympic gold.

Sport of the Week: Flag Football

Elective Classes: Mile Club Baseball Arts and Crafts Ooey Goey Science

Do you like to run? Log as many as you can in this class to receive various rewards!

Learn basic baseball skills and have a chance to use them in game

situations!

Campers will have a blast making a new

craft each day!

Campers will have fun learning about science through

exciting expirements!

Special Instructions: Parents are invited to attend our closing ceremony on Friday at

4:00pm!

July 2,3,5,6: Holiday Happenings

Theme Description: Christmas in August? Trick or treating in the summer? Come join us for a Thanksgiving dinner, an Easter egg hunt, and all of your other

favorite holiday activities for this fun-filled week!

Sport of the Week:

Volleyball

Elective Classes: Music Cooking Biking Yoga

Campers will have a chance to learn about

different styles of music and

instruments. Students will enjoy listening,

playing, and singing in this music

appreciation class!

Campers will have a blast learning a new recipe each

day!

Campers will practice their physical fitness as they set out on a

new bike course each day!

*pre-registration required, must bring a

bike and helmet!

Learn some yoga basics in this week long

yoga class!

Special Instructions:

Students interested in the biking class must pre-register and bring a bike AND a helmet to camp

June 9-13: Splish Splash N’ Sports

Theme Description: This week combines the campers favorite sports activities with wet n' wild fun! Sprinkler soccer, water balloon volleyball, and much more! Bring your bathing suits and your athletic gear for a splish splashin'

good time! Parents are invited to join us at the end of the week for our Kids Rock track meet and ribbon ceremony

Sport of the Week: Track and Field

Elective Classes:

Arts and Crafts Basketball Frisbee Golf Jewelry Making

Campers will have a blast making a new

craft each day!

Campers will learn basic basketball skills and have a chance to practice them in game

like settings!

Campers will learn the basic rules of frisbee golf

and have a chance to play our Kids Rock Frisbee golf course!

Learn how to make and create your

own jewelry!

Special Instructions:

Join us at 4:00 on Friday for our Kids Rock track meet and medal ceremony

July 16-20: Survivor

Theme Description:

Join us for Kids Rock Survivor week. Campers with their tribes will compete in obstacle courses, scavenger hunts, and other reward

challenges similar to those seen on the hit TV show “Survivor”. Don’t worry, campers will not be voted off the island.

Sport of the Week: Basketball

Elective Classes:

Photography Fun Card Games Badminton Painting Campers will learn

some basic photography skills and make their

own digital photo slide show to take home at the end of the week. *** pre-registration

required

Campers will learn a new card game each

day!

Campers will learn basic badminton skills and have a chance to use them in fun, game-like

settings! Bring from home:

Campers will have fun painting with different mediums each day. Please bring a paint shirt for this class!

Special Instructions: Campers interested in the photography class must pre-register

through email or over the phone with the camp director and bring their own digital camera.

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Theme Description:

Kids Rock idol, the camper talent show, and the Kids Rock play are all part of this fun-filled week that focuses on having fun with the fine

arts.

Sport of the Week: Baseball

Elective Classes: Acting Creative Story

Telling Golf Volleyball

Learn basic acting skills in fun settings like improvisation,

reader’s theatre, and short skits!

Get a chance to listen to, write, and

tell stories!

Students will learn how to drive, chip, and putt and then

put those skills in to practice with our

own Kids Rock golf course!

Learn basic volley skills and have a

chance to use them in game-like

settings!

Special Instructions: Parents are invited to our talent show/Kids Rock play on Friday at

4:00pm. Bring a baseball glove if you are able!

July 23-27: Hollywood Magic

July 30-August 3: Game Shows Galore

Theme Description: Family Feud, Jeopardy, The Amazing Race, Who wants to

be a Millionaire, Wheel of Fortune, American Gladiator! Kids Rock will bring these hit TV game shows to life for this fun-

filled week.

Sport of the Week: Tennis

Elective Classes:

D.E.A.R Soccer Chess Flag Football Drop everything and read! Bring a book, and cool down and relax for some nice summer reading!

Campers will learn the basic skills of football and have a chance to practice them in fun, game-like settings!

Campers will learn the basic rules and

strategies of chess and then have fun

competing against their friends!

Campers will learn the basic skills of football and have a chance to practice

them in fun, game-like settings!

Special Instructions:

Campers should bring a tennis racket with them if possible for the sport of the week.

August 6-10: Field Trip Frenzy

Theme Description: Each day, we will travel by bus for fun at a new location! The kids will

enjoy fun field trips like Crazy Bounce, Craigs Cruisers, The Critter Barn, bowling, the movie theatre, timber town, and more! All bussing

and entry fees are included in the price!

Sport of the Week: Hockey

Field Trip Schedule: Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

AM Timbertown Riley Street Beach

Critter Barn Outdoor Discovery

Center

Bowling

PM Crazy Bounce

Captain Sundae

Dutch Village

Movie Theatre

Craig’s Cruisers

*Schedule subject to change based on bussing and facility

availability.

Special Instructions:

Additional information such as specific field trip times and details will be sent out later in the summer. We will eat lunch

each day at Zeeland Christian.

Daily Schedule

*This schedule is subject to change based on daily and weekly activities.

7:50-8:45: Arrival/free time

8:45-9:00: Devotions

9:00-9:45: Group games/Activities

9:45-10:015: Activity of the day

Monday-Gym Games

Tuesday-Arts and crafts

Wednesday- Wacky sport Wednesday

Thursday- Arts and crafts

Friday- Singing

10:15-11:00: Weekly sport activity

11:00-11:15: Snack (provided from home)

11:15-12:00: Weekly theme activity

12:00-12:45: Lunch

12:45-1:15: Free time

1:15-2:00 Camper elective classes (change weekly)

2:00-2:45: Weekly sport activity

2:45-3:00: Snack (provided by camp)

3:00-4:00: Weekly theme activity

4:00-4:30: Group games

4:30-5:00: Gym Games

5:00-5:30: Camper pick-up/free time

***Early drop-off and late pick-up plans available. ***We have late drop off and early pick flexibility.

Meet The Staff Ben Ashby, Camp Director- Ben Ashby is a middle school Spanish teacher at Zeeland Schools. He also taught elementary Spanish for 6 years. He attended South Christian High School in Grand Rapids, MI and is a graduate of Calvin College. In his experience working as a teacher, coach, and camp counselor, he has worked with kids of all ages. Ben is excited about sharing the love of God with the campers this summer through all of the fun activities that Kids Rock has planned. His wife Sarah was a 2nd grade teacher at Holland Christian for four years. They live in Zeeland, MI with their 3 year old Eli, and their 1 year old, Isaac. Sarah Ashby, Camp Administration- Sarah Ashby taught second grade at Holland Christian for four years at South Side Elementary. She was also the director of a summer camp in her home town in New Jersey. She loves kids of all ages, and enjoys walking, gardening, being active, and spending time with friends and family. In high school, she participated in cross-country, track and field, and school plays. Sarah will be mainly involved with the camp in an administrative role, but will be a frequent visitor! Stacy Deters, Camp Counselor- Stacy Deters graduated from Calvin College in 2010 with a major in Special Education. She currently teaches at Zeeland Christian School where she also runs the After School Program. She attended Zeeland West High School where she played soccer for four years. Stacy got married in December, 2010 and along with her husband she enjoys spending as much time outside as possible engaging in activities such as camping, swimming, and playing softball. She has many experiences with sports, years of babysitting, and other experiences in classroom settings with students of varying ages and abilities. Stacy is ready for her fourth summer as a Kids Rock Camp Counselor filled with fun activities, the opportunity to build new relationships and the chance to be able to enjoy the wonderful creation God has blessed us with. Jonathan Van Eck, Camp Counselor- Jonathan is recent graduate of Calvin College, and just finished his student teaching this past semester at Rockford High School. He hopes to find a position as a high school choir director or find a job in higher education on a college campus for the fall. Jonathan has worked with Kids Rock Summer Camp for one summer already, and has also worked as a counselor at Spring Hill Camps in Evart, MI and Great Escape Camp in Holland, MI. He has also held a number of on-campus jobs including work as an orientation leader, resident assistant, and tour guide for Calvin. He is full of energy and enthusiasm for students of all ages, and is looking forward to another great summer at Kids Rock.

Brad Lemmen, Camp Counselor- Brad is currently a 4th grade teacher at East Arbor Charter Academy in Ypsilanti, Michigan. He graduated from Western Michigan University in 2011 with a degree in elementary education, after

graduating from Zeeland West High School in 2007. Brad worked as a camp counselor with the 5th grade camp program in Zeeland Public Schools for several years. This will be Brad’s 4th summer at Kids Rock Summer Camp! He enjoys playing golf and softball during the summer and loves sports of all kinds. Brad is excited to be back at camp this year for another great summer!

Carly Van Eck, Camp Counselor- Carly Van Eck just finished up her senior year at Grand Valley State University and graduated with a degree in social work with a minor in psychology. She is pursuing her Master of Social Work degree at GVSU and hopes to go into Christian counseling for youth someday. Carly grew up in Allendale and graduated from Allendale High School. She has experience teaching dance, mentoring adolescents, and camp counseling. Carly is looking forward to her third summer at Kids Rock Summer Camp!! Emily McKenzie, Camp Counselor- Emily will be a junior in the fall at the University of Michigan. She is studying nursing and hopes to work as a neo-natal nurse or have a focus in community/public health after graduation. She grew up in Kentwood and graduated from East Kentwood in 2010. In high school she was involved in band and played softball, volleyball and track and field. In her free time she enjoys reading, baking, traveling and anything outdoors. Emily has always loved working with kids and has many years of experience as a babysitter. She is excited to be spending her second summer at Kids Rock Summer camp!!

Austin Ball, Camp Counselor- Austin is a 2011 graduate of Hudsonville High School in Hudsonville, Michigan. He is currently a freshman at Kuyper College. (Formerly known as Reformed Bible College). He is double majoring in Bible Theology and Youth Ministry with an intended minor in Sports Ministry. He ministers and leads children through bible studies/youthgroup year round, ranging in ages Kindergarten through 8th grade. His favorite hobbies are video games, singing, sports, and writing. Austin is thrilled to be returning for his 2nd year at Kids Rock Summer Camp!

Early Drop Off/Late Pick Up Scheduling Sheet

Please fill out the early drop off late pick up scheduling sheet for each week that you be needing that service so that we can schedule

before and after camp supervision. The total cost is $5 per half hour per family. Anything over a half hour will cost $10.

Weekly Theme: _____________

Date Drop Off Time Pick Up Time

Total Cost:

Weekly Theme: ____________

Date Drop Off Time Pick up Time

Total Cost:

Kids Rock Emergency Card

Child’s name: ___________________ Birth Date: ________________________

Address: _________________________ Home Phone:________________________

Mother’s Name: ____________________ Father’s Name: ______________________

Employer: _________________________ Employer: ___________________________

Work Phone: ______________________ Work Phone: _________________________

Cell Phone: ________________________ Cell Phone: __________________________

Describe any physical condition requiring special attention by camp staff. (Surgeries,

Illnesses, Allergies, Chronic Health Problems, etc.)

______________________________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________________

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Individuals Other Than Parent/Guardian Authorization

ONLY these individuals have my authorization to care for my child in the event of an

emergency and/or for drop-off and pick-up. * Please advise these individuals that they are

authorized and will need to present identification to staff.

Parent/Guardians Initial:______

Name/Relation: ____________________ Phone Number:______________________

Address:________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________

Name/Relation: _________________ Phone Number:_________________________

Address:________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________

Name/Relation: _________________ Phone Number:_________________________

Address:________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________

Authorization for Emergency Medical Care

I hereby give my permission to Kids Rock Summer Camp to call a doctor or emergency

medical service and for the doctor, hospital or medical service to provide emergency medical

or surgical care for my child ______________________________________ should an

emergency arise. It is understood that the Kids Rock Summer Camp staff will make a

conscientious effort to locate the parent/guardian or the emergency contact listed on the

registration document before any action will be taken. If it is not possible to locate the

emergency contact listed, I will accept the expense of emergency medical or surgical

treatment.

_______________________ _____________________ Signature of parent/guardian Date

Authorization to Administer Over the Counter Medication

Kids Rock Summer Camp staff cannot supply your child with any over the counter

medication unless we have a permission slip on file. If your child has needs beyond over

the counter medication, please contact the camp director to make those arrangements.

Please fill out this permission slip if you would like your child to be able to receive over

the counter medication at the camp director’s discretion. I hereby give my permission to

Kids Rock Summer Camp to administer the following to my child in the manner

described on the packaging:

Bug spray

Antibiotic cream

Tylenol

______________________________ Child’s name

______________________________ ___________________ Signature of parent/legal guardian Date

Lost or Stolen Items

I understand that the Kids Rock Summer Camp is NOT responsible for personal property

lost or stolen program participants are using the Camp facilities or on the camp premises

______________________________ ___________________ Signature of parent/legal guardian Date

Liability Waiver For Participant

I, as parent or legal guardians of __________________________ approve and give my

permission for him/her to participate in any class or program offered by Kids Rock

Summer Camp. By registering for youth programs through Kids Rock Summer Camp,

registrant acknowledges that the activities carried on in the program carry certain risks

for the participant. Registrant has independently reviewed and evaluated the risks and

determined to engage in the program with full knowledge and acceptance of the risk. The

registrants agrees to and hereby releases and forever discharge the Kids Rock LLC, their

officers, employees, agents, Zeeland Christian School and volunteers from any and all

liability for damages, loss or personal injury arising out of or related to registrant’s

participation in youth recreational programs.

______________________________ ___________________ Signature of parent/guardian Date

Sunscreen Permission Form

Children will apply sunscreen to themselves under the direct supervision of a day camp

staff member twice daily. Sunscreen will not be applied to any broken skin or if a skin

reaction has been observed. Any skin reaction observed by staff will be reported

promptly to parent/ guardian. It is the parent’s responsibility to provide and apply

sunscreen before camp with a specific amount of SPF they wish their child to have.

Please have your child’s first and last name clearly labeled on the sunscreen bottle. By

signing below, I agree to provide sunscreen, apply it before camp and allow staff and/or

other campers to assist in applying sunscreen as necessary throughout the day.

______________________________ Child’s name

______________________________ ___________________ Signature of parent/legal guardian Date

PG Movie Permission Form

During lunch, children will occasionally be offered an option to watch part of a movie. We

try to show G movies when at all possible, but some of our movies are age appropriate PG.

Please sign this section if you would like to allow your child to watch a PG family/children’s

film. Movie titles are available from the Summer Camp Director if you would like to review

our selections.

______________________________ Child’s name

______________________________ ___________________ Signature of parent/legal guardian Date

Bike/Walk To &/Or From Camp Permission Form

My child _____________________________ has my permission to bike or walk to and from

camp and be released on his/her own. He/she will be responsible for signing him/her self into

and/or out of camp each day. I agree that Kids Rock Summer Camp and employees will not

be responsible for the welfare of my child before camp and once released to go home.

____________________________________ _________________

Signature of parent/legal guardian Date

Walking/Biking Field Trip Permission Form

We will be leaving Zeeland Christian School occasionally to play tennis at Lawrence

park or for our biking class. Please fill out the following form to give your child

permission to do those activities. My child_________________ has my permission leave

camp under counselor supervision for walking and/or biking field trips.

____________________________________ _________________

Signature of parent/legal guardian Date

Field Trip Frenzy Field Trip Permission Form

My child, ______________________________, participating in Kids Rock Summer Camp, has my

permission to participate in all field trips during Field Trip Frenzy Week. I am aware that these field trips

may include swimming at the beach. We understand that these field trips may include walking, riding

with a licensed bus driver on a school bus, a privately owned transportation company, or a city bus. We

as parents/guardians agree to hold harmless Kids Rock Summer Camp and any employees or voluteers

thereof, for any accident, injury or occurrence arising out of, or in connection with the field trips during

field trip week If I am late and the busses have already left, I understand that I am still charged for that day.

____________________________________ _________________

Signature of parent/legal guardian Date

Cancellation/Refund Policy

I have read and agree to Kids Rock Summer Camp’s cancellation and refund policy.

____________________________________ _________________

Signature of parent/legal guardian Date

Kids Rock Referral Program What is it? The Kids Rock referral program is a way for you to save money on your registration cost, and a way for Kids Rock to spread the word about the exciting programming happening at Kids Rock this summer. How much money can I save? For each camper that comes to Kids Rock because they heard about it through your family, you will receive $20 off your registration cost. If you have already paid, Kids Rock will reimburse you for the amount owed. If you refer 5 different campers, you would receive a check for $100. How does Kids Rock keep track of the referrals? On each registration form, there is a spot that asks, how did you hear about Kids Rock? For each camper that writes your family’s name in that blank, you will receive $20 off your registration cost. Telling your friends about the fabulous programming this summer is the highest form of compliment that we can receive. This referral program will run all summer long as long as we still have spots available. Thank you for helping us spread the word!

A Special Thanks to our Sponsors

Ridge Point Community Church

Hudsonville Expressway Self Storage

(616-662-6622)

Hungry Howie’s Pizza in Zeeland, MI

Zeeland Christian School

The Zeeland Print Shop