JOIN THE FUN!SUMMER DAY CAMP

2016 Irving Park YMCAirvingparkymca.org

Irving Park YMCA4251 W. Irving Park Road , Chicago, IL 60641 773.777.7500 www.irvingparkymca.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

WELCOME TO SUMMER CAMP! The YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago Summer Camps provide children with summer adventures that promote a healthy spirit, mind and body. Children spend time indoors and outdoors as experienced staff lead campers in a wide variety of activities each day, including arts and crafts, games, skits and songs, sports, recreational swimming, and weekly off-site field trips.

At the Irving Park YMCA, we strive for the highest quality programming and the best experience for your children. We focus on character development and implement our core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility in all that we do. IPY follows an education based curriculum throughout all 12 weeks of programming with a focus on skill development, reading, and creative learning. In addition, the YMCA continues to incorporate its healthy kids' curriculum into its summer camp programs.

Children participate in interactive workshops with doctors, dentists, nutritionists and athletes to gain basic knowledge on how to incorporate proper nutrition, exercise and positive self -images into their everyday lives.

At the YMCA, our summer camps are ACA accredited, which means that we maintain the highest standards regarding program quality. We believe the most important elements of a positive summer camp experience are the safety and well-being of your child. ACA Staff Ratios

Camper Age Staff-Camper Ratio3-5 1-66-8 1-89-15 1-10

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Camp Name Age Group Orientation Date

InformationKiddie Kamp Age 3-5 (half

day camp)Tuesday, June 7th

6:30p at IPYExplorers and Adventures

Age 5 and 6 (full day camp)

Wednesday, June 8th 6:30p at IPY

Junior Discovery,

Discovery and Teen

Ages 7-14 (full day camp)

Thursday, June 9th 6:30p at IPY

Disney II Educational

Camp

All Disney II educational

campersFriday, June 10th at

6:30p at IPY

*All orientations will be held at the Irving Park YMCA. Orientations are age/camp specific—please attend only the orientation for the camp you have registered for. Camp orientation is mandatory for attendance.

MANDATORY PARENT ORIENTATION

CAMP INFORMATION

CAMP SESSION DATESPRIVATE SCHOOL SESSIONS

Date Program CostThursday, June 6th Days Out $50/members,

$80/non-membersFriday,

June 7th Days Out $50/members, $80/non-members

June 13th-June 17th Private School Camp

$175/members, $250/non-members

Monday, June 20th Days Out $50/members,

$80/non-membersTuesday, June 21st Days Out $50/members,

$80/non-members

*No part time camp registration allowed for the week of June 13th.

*Days out registration cannot be done the day of-- it must be completed AT LEAST one day prior. Please note we fill up quickly for these days, please register ahead of time!

*For children that need the entire week of camp for the week of June 20th must register for the days out and week 1 of CPS summer camp beginning on 6/22.

CHICAGO PUBLIC SCHOOL DATES Session Date Theme

1* Jun 22-24 The Great Outdoors Week!2 Jun 27-Jul 1 Around the World Week!3* Jul 5-Jul 8 Stars and Stripes Week!4 Jul 11-15 Superhero Week!5 Jul 18-22 Time Travelers Week!6 Jul 25-29 Wet and Wild Week!7 Jul 27-31 Y Factor Week!8 Aug 1-5 Olympics Week! 9 Aug 8-12 Art Appreciation Week!10 Aug 15-19 Weird Science Week!11 Aug 22-26 Wizard Week!12 Aug 29-Sept 2 Sports Week!

*CPS is in session 6/20 and 6/21. Camp will begin on 6/22. Fees have been adjusted.

*There is no camp on Monday, July 4th. Fees have been adjusted.

**DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE BASED ON CPS CALENDAR. Please attend Parent Orientation for updated schedules.

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FEES, CANCELLATIONS AND REFUNDS All camps require a $25 deposit. All fees are due by the Wednesday prior to camp. For all camps, this deposit is credited toward your total camp fee(s). Your child will not be admit-ted into camp if fees are not paid in full. By June 2, 2016, you may cancel the session or week(s) and receive a refund of the total paid amount for that session or week(s), minus the non-refundable, non-transferable deposit. In addition, 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.

If you fail to meet the cancellation deadline, you will be responsible for payment in full, regardless of attendance.

DEPOSITS A non refundable/ non transferable deposit of $25 per week per child is required at the time of registration.

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE Due to our limited YMCA scholarship money, we require all families in need of financial assistance to first request assistance from Action for Children (previously known as Day Care Action Council) at 312.823.1100. You can pick up signed Action for children applications at the Irving Park Member Service Desk. Families are responsible for submitting their own applications to AFC.

It is highly recommended that families seeking financial aid request a meeting with the youth and family director as soon as possible.

All certificates of approval must be submitted by May 1 to ensure that you will be eligible prior to the beginning of camp.

*Please note: Action for Children does not cover all fees due. You will be responsible for all fees not covered by Action for Children. Parents must also complete a scholarship application and if you are denied we will work with you to get assistance. Financial assistance from the YMCA is on a first-come, first-serve basis. Upon filling out the YMCA scholarship packet, you need to return the completed forms to the Irving Park YMCA.

WHAT TO BRING Please label all items• Swimsuit and Cap• Towel• Gym Shoes and Socks• Nut Free Lunch and Two Snacks• Refillable Waterbottle • Sunscreen

CAMP FEE INCLUDES• YMCA Summer Camp T-Shirt• Transportation and Admission for All Field Trips• Extended Care Program for Working Parents• Recreational Swim Time • All the Fun Your Camper Can Handle!

CAMP INFORMATION

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SUMMER CAMP

PRIVATE SCHOOL CAMP Does your child attend a private school? IPY will now be offering camp to accommodate your child's schedule! Be the first kids at camp this summer and get a head start on all the summer fun! Both programs (Days Out and Camp) will run from 7:00am-6:00p. Please register in advance-- limited space is available!

DAYS OUT PRICING Member: $50/day Non-member: $80/day

CAMP PRICING Member: $175/week Non-member: $250/week

Date Program CostThursday, June

6th Days Out $50/members, $80/non-members

Friday, June 7th Days Out $50/members, $80/non-members

June 13th-June 17th

Private School Camp

$175/members, $250/non-members

Monday, June 20th Days Out $50/members,

$80/non-membersTuesday, June

21st Days Out $50/members, $80/non-members

*No part time camp registration allowed for the week of June 13th.

*Days out registration cannot be done the day of-- it must be completed AT LEAST one day prior. Please note we fill up quickly for these days, please register ahead of time!

*For children that need the entire week of camp for the week of June 20th must register for the days out and week 1 of CPS summer camp beginning on 6/22.

KIDDIE KAMP Are you looking for something for your 3- to 5 year-olds to do this summer? Send them to Kiddie Kamp through Irving Park YMCA located at Belding State Preschool-- YMCA fun with the best preschool facility in the area! This camp experience is ideal for children who are still making or have not yet made the preschool transition. This first-time experience away from mom and dad will allow your camper to embark on a developmentally appropriate journey of activities including: swimming, sports, crafts and songs.

Weekly Fees (M/W/F): Member: $75; Non-member: $95

Weekly Fees (Tu/Th): Member: $55; Non-member: $75

*Belding State Preschool is located at 4207-09 W. Irving Park Road. Drop off and Pick up will take place at this location.

Age Date Day Time3-5 Jun 27-Aug

19 (8 weeks)M/W/F or

Tu/Th 9am-12pm

*Kiddie Kamp will begin Monday, June 27th and end August 19th.*Kiddie Kamp is from 9am-12pm, there is no extended care for Kiddie Kamp.

NEW THIS SUMMER Add on Swim Lessons!

• Kiddie Kampers will still swim recreationally every week but you can add a swim lesson during their designated time for just $10/week!• Payment due at time of registration.• Register when you deposit for summer camp! • Registration must be completed by the Wednesday prior to the camp week.• The lessons will be on Thursday for the Tuesday/Thursday campers or on Friday for the Monday/Wednesday/Friday campers.

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EXPLORERS CAMP Great News! IPY has full 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, field tripping, swimming and more! All activities will be perfectly planned to keep your 5 year-old engaged and nurtured!

Member: $175 per week Non-member: $250 per week

Age Date Day Time5 Jun 22-Sep 2 (11 weeks) M-F 9am-4pm*

*Extended care from 7-9am and 4-6pm is included in the cost of camp.

NEW THIS SUMMER Add on Swim Lessons!• If you would like to have your child participate in a swim lesson you now can add an age/level specific lesson on Thursdays!• Just $10/week! • Payment due at time of registration.• Register when you deposit for summer camp! • Registration must be completed by the Wednesday prior to the camp week.• All Explorer campers will swim recreationally once a week on Tuesdays! (no additional registration required)

ADVENTURES CAMP Do you have an adventurous 6 year-old? This is the perfect camp! Adventures Camp will play field games, participate in arts and crafts, learn with guest speakers and participate in the weekly field trip and bi-weekly swimming!

Member: $175 per week Non-member: $250 per weekAge Date Day Time

6 Jun 22-Sep 2 (11 weeks) M-F 9am-4pm*

*Extended care from 7-9am and 4-6pm is included in the cost of camp.

NEW THIS SUMMER Add on Swim Lessons!• If you would like to have your child participate in a swim lesson you now can add an age/level specific lesson on Thursdays!• Just $10/week! • Payment due at time of registration.• Register when you deposit for summer camp!• Registration must be completed by the Wednesday prior to the camp week.• All Adventure campers will swim recreationally once a week on Tuesdays! (no additional registration required)

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JUNIOR DISCOVERY CAMP Do you want your children ages 7-8 to have a summer they'll 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 will promote social skills, self-confidence, sportsmanship, character development and healthy kids. Daily activities include swimming, crafts, sports, singing, cookouts and group games. Each week of camp includes a field trip too!

Member: $175 per week Non-member: $250 per weekAge Date Day Time7-8 Jun 22-Sep 2 (11 weeks) M-F 9am-4pm*

*Extended care from 7-9am and 4-6pm is included in the cost of camp.

NEW THIS SUMMER Add on Swim Lessons!• If you would like to have your child participate in a swim lesson you now can add an age/level specific lesson on Wednesdays!• Just $10/week!• Payment due at time of registration.• Register when you deposit for summer camp! • Registration must be completed by the Wednesday prior to the camp week.• All discovery campers will swim recreationally once a week in Fridays! (No additional registration required)

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 singing songs, creating crafts, playing sports, taking field trips, swimming and interacting with each other and other YMCA summer camps.

Member: $175 per week Non-member: $250 per weekAge Dates Day Time9-11 Jun 22-Sep 2 (11 weeks) M-F 9am-4pm*

*Extended care from 7-9am and 4-6pm is included in the cost of camp.

NEW THIS SUMMER Add on Swim Lessons!

• If you would like to have your child participate in a swim lesson you now can add an age/level specific lesson on Wednesdays!• Just $10/week!• Payment due at time of registration.• Register when you deposit for summer camp! • Registration must be completed by the Wednesday prior to the camp week.• All discovery campers will swim recreationally once a week in Fridays! (No additional registration required)

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SUMMER CAMP

TEEN CAMP/LEADERS IN TRAINING Need a place for your teenagers to spend their summer other than on the couch? Send them to the Irving Park YMCA Teen Camp! This camp focuses on leadership, team building, character development and creating positive self-esteem. Your teen will participate in structural activities relating to recreation and sports, life skills, communication, career exploration and community involvement.

Other than weekly field trips, your teen will also participate in community service projects and work toward accomplishing hours for their high school requirement.

Member: $175 per week Non-member: $250 per week

Age Date Day Time12-15 Jun 22-Sep 2 (12 weeks) M-F 9am-4pm*

*Extended care from 7-9am and 4-6pm is included in the cost of camp.

NEW THIS SUMMER Add on Swim Lessons!• If you would like to have your child participate in a swim lesson you now can add an age/level specific lesson on Wednesdays!• Just $10/week!• Payment due at time of registration.• Register when you deposit for summer camp!• Registration must be completed by the Wednesday prior to the camp week.• All Teen campers will swim recreationally once a week on Fridays! (no additional registration required)

DISNEY II EDUCATIONAL ENRICHMENT CAMP Does your child attend Disney II Magnet School? If so, this is a great opportunity for you! This educational based camp is held on site at the school. Campers will do science projects, write stories and work on completing their summer packet. Campers will also swim twice a week at the Y, play sports and go on a weekly field trip. This is a great program for the well-rounded Disney II student!

Drop off will take place at Disney II and pick up will take place at Disney II between 4-4:30pm. After 4:30pm children will be walked back to the YMCA for extended care pick up (included in the price). Please attend parent orientation for more details.

*If there is space available children from other schools can attend camp with permission from YMCA director and the school's principal.

Member: $180 per week Non-member: $260 per weekAge Date Day Time

5-6 Jun 27-Aug 12 (8 weeks) M-F7am-4:30pm* (4:30-6pm will be held at IPY)

7-12 Jun 27-Aug 12 (8 weeks) M-F7am-4:30pm* (4:30-6pm will be held at IPY)

*No camp Monday, July 4th. Fees have been adjusted.

NEW THIS SUMMER Add on Swim Lessons!• If you would like to have your child participate in a swim lesson you now can add an age/level specific lesson on Thursdays!• Just $10/week!• Payment due at time of registration.• Register when you deposit for summer camp! • Registration must be completed by the Wednesday prior to the camp week.• All Disney II campers will swim recreationally once a week on Fridays! (No additional registration required)

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SPECIALTY CAMPS Do you want to give your child something exciting to do? Are they interested in science, sports or architecture? We have a specialty camp for every interest. Specialty camps now run 5 days a week and attend the weekly all camp field trip-- check each description for more information!

BASKETBALL LEVEL 1 CAMP Be a part of a team and learn skills to develop your game. This camp is a great way to jump start basketball skills.

Member: $230 per week Non-member: $350 per week

Age Date Day Time7-8 July 11-15 M-F 9am-4pm

*Basketball Level 1 campers will go on the all camp field trip on Thursday!

BASKETBALL LEVEL 2 CAMP This older class will create a positive basketball experience to bring your game to the next level.

Member: $230 per week Non-member: $350 per week

Age Date Day Time9-12 July 18-22 M-F 9am-4pm

*Basketball Level 2 campers will go on the all camp field trip on Thursday!

SOCCER LEVEL 1 CAMP Campers will sharpen their soccer skills with drills and scrimmages. Fun skills, competitions for penalty and corner kicks will add to the experience.

Member: $230 per week Non-member: $350 per week

Age Date Day Time7-8 July 25-29 M-F 9am-4pm

*Soccer Level 1 campers will go on the all camp field trip on Thursday!

SOCCER LEVEL 2 CAMP Campers will play indoor and outdoor soccer in this camp. The camp counselors will work daily with each individual camper to improve their skill.

Member: $230 per week Non-member: $350 per week

Age Date Day Time9-12 Aug 1-5 M-F 9am-4pm

*Soccer Level 2 campers will go on the all camp field trip on Thursday!

SPORTS OF ALL SORTS CAMP Have your camper spend the week learning and playing a variety of sports including football, basketball, volleyball, floor hockey and more. The fun won't stop there, as we will also dive head first into the importance of nutrition and how to live a healthy lifestyle! Sports of all sorts campers will swim on Tuesday to have fun with all the water sports! Perfect for the active camper!

Member: $230 per week Non-member: $350 per week

Age Date Day Time7-14 Aug 8-12 M-F 9am-4pm

*Sports of all sorts campers will go on the all camp field trip on Thursday!

FLAG FOOTBALL CAMP Flag football camp is here to develop football fundamentals, improve knowledge of the game and create super stars! We will track the campers progress daily in this non-contact football fundamentals camp.

Member: $230 per week Non-member: $350 per week

Age Date Day Time7-12 Aug 15-19 M-F 9am-4pm

*Flag Football campers will go on the all camp field trip on Thursday!

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YOU PICK THE DAYS! Do you only need camp part time? This is the option for you. Your camper age 5-11 can choose to attend traditional summer camp 3 days a week. Any days you need! Please note there is a 3-day minimum. You must notify the front desk before deposits are made and chose the days for attendance at time of registration.

Age Day Time M/NM (per day)5-11 Any 3 days M-F 9am-4pm $50/$80

SUMMER CAMP

NEED PART-TIME CAMP?

WEIRD SCIENCE CAMP Is your child interested in gizmos and gadgets? Chemical reactions? Forming hypothesis? This is the camp for them! Your camper will spend the week creating experiments and learning all about mad science!

Member: $230 per week Non-member: $350 per week

Age Date Day Time7-10 July 18-22 M-F 9am-4pm

*Weird Science Campers will go on the all camp field trip on Thursday!

WINDY CITY TRAVEL CAMP This camp is all about Chicago. Campers will spend the week exploring the city and soaking in everything it has to offer. A special trip to the Willis (Sears) tower will be made as well! Get to know your hometown by attending this one of a kind camp!

Member: $250 Non-member: $375

Age Date Day Time8-14 Aug 15-19 M-F 9am-4pm

*Windy City Travel Campers will attend the all camp field trip on Thursday!

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PLANS FOR 2016

SCHOOL DAY'S OUT Does your child have the day off from school? Come to the YMCA and enjoy a day filled with games, crafts, swimming and field trips! Space is limited and registration closes the night before Day's Out begins.

Member: $50/day Non-Member: $80/day

Please note: Ten children must enroll in Day's Out program, otherwise it will be canceled.

BEFORE/AFTER SCHOOL (Ages 5-14) The Irving Park YMCA Before & After School Enrichment Program is for children who need a safe and nurturing environment to learn, play and make friends before and after school. The program focuses on educational enrichment through physical fitness, swimming, arts, homework assistance and character development.

Our educated staff exceed standards required by DCFS in the state of Illinois and are trained in YMCA Child Care, Child Abuse Prevention, American Red Cross CPR and First Aid.

BEFORE SCHOOL PROGRAM Get your child's day off to the right start! The program begins at 7am and we will safely take your child to school!

IPY drops off at Disney II, Belding, Portage Park and Gray. Please contact the director for any updates or changes for the 2016-17 school year.

AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM IPY's After School Program is open until 6:30pm Mon-Fri, and focuses on educational enrichment through physical fitness, swimming, art, help with homework and character development.

IPY runs onsite programs at O.A. Thorp, Disney II, Bateman and Belding. We offer pick up from Gray, Murphy, Beaubien, Edison, Portage Park, and Chicago Academy. Please contact the director for any updates or changes for the 2016-17 school year.

For more information on school drop-off and pick-up locations and on site programs, please contact Youth and Family Director Allison Greenman at 773.326.2627 or at Agreenman@ymcachicago.org.

Program M/NM (per month)Before School $130/$200After School $320/$435 *prices vary on location

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