Hammond Summer Programs 2023

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Welcome

Summer@Hammond: Have a blast this summer!

This summer, we invite you to join us at one of our camps or specialty programs designed for every age and grade––from three years to adult.

Develop talents, acquire new skills and knowledge, or explore something that piques your interest. Whatever you’re looking for, look no further. If you are seeking a full-day summer program, looking for supplemental academic programs, an athletic workshop, or want to try your hand at an arts class, you’ll find it Hammond.

Cool camps for a HOT summer await!

Sincerely,

Kevin N. White, Ed.S. Director of Auxiliary Programs

kwhite@hammondschool.org

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Gymnastics

Volleyball

Robotics

Legos

American Girls

Tennis

Rockets & Space

FancyN anc y

Nature Camp

Dance

Art

Soccer

Math

BAsketball

This Summer at Hawk Ridge

Week 1: June 5 - 9

Week 2: June 12 -16

Week 3: June 19 - 23

Week 4: June 26 - June 30

Hawk Ridge

Full-Day or Half-Day ages 3 to rising 6th grade

Hammond’s Hawk Ridge Camp is designed to provide campers with fun, age-appropriate activities every day, all summer. Campers are divided into three age groups: 3-4 years-old, rising 5K–1st grades, 2nd–6th grades. Each week includes field trips and field studies as well as music, theater, art, sports, outdoor adventures, and much more! Camp activities are carefully organized according to age group, planned in advance, and provide hands-on interactive learning in a stimulating and safe environment. Campers can expect to have fun, learn, relax, thrive, smile, laugh, make new friends ... and great memories ... at Hammond!

JOIN US FOR 8 WEEKS OR ONE ... EITHER WAY, YOU’RE SURE TO HAVE A BLAST!

FULL-DAY CAMP - $195

9:00 am – 4:00 pm

Lego World

Beach Bash

Wild Adventures

Stars & Stripes

All Summer Programs Closed: July 3 - July 9

Week 5: July 10 - 14

Week 6: July 17 - 21

Week 7: July 24 - 28

Week 8: July 31 - August 4

Around the World in 5 Days

Let’s Celebrate

Color Crazy

Finale of Fun

HALF-DAY CAMP - $105

9:00 am – 1:00 pm

12:00 pm – 4:00 pm

DAILY - $55

EXTENDED CAMP PROGRAM

7:50 am – 8:50 am

4:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Additional fees apply

What happens each week at Hawk Ridge?

In addition to adventures and activities based on the week’s theme, arts and crafts, fitness and games, sports, nature, and field trips are incorporated. In addition to dress-up days, every Wednesday is Wow Wednesday, and Fridays are Fun Fridays, with a special, engaging activity.

What’s exciting at Hawk Ridge?

Each week campers participate in a scheduled enrichment activity on Monday and Wednesday afternoons: stretch and grow, football, cooking ... to name just a few!”

We offer an impressive lunch menu from a variety of popular local restaurants ... all prepared to order! Our Snack Shack is open mornings and afternoons for snacks and the ever-popular frozen treats on Tuesday Treats.

Lunch & Snack Options The Snack Shack

A. 1 slice of Cheese Pizza with a side

B. 2 slices of Cheese Pizza with a side

A. Chick-Fil-A Nuggets with a side

B. Chick-Fil-A Sandwich with a side

A. 1 fluffy pancake and a side

B. 2 fluffy pancakes with a side

A. Mini Masterpiece (cheese quesadilla) with a side

B. John Coctostan (chicken quesadilla) with a side

A. Smucker’s PBJ with a side

B. Turkey and Cheese Sandwich with a side

Snack Shack Treats for purchase:

Chex Mix, Pretzels, Goldfish, Chips, Cheese Puffs, Popcorn, Mutri-Grain Bars, Cheez-Its, Graham Crackers

Tuesday Treats

Snow Cones, Ice Pops, Ice Cream Treats

Junior Counselor Leadership Program

Looking for a great summer experience working with children? The Junior Counselor Leadership Program is a great opportunity for students ages 13-17 years-old, and college students. Depending upon age, students participate in the leadership program on a volunteer (ages 14-15) or paid basis (16 and up).

Ages 13-17 and undergraduate college students

Application Fee: $50

Application deadline: March 10, 2023

Interviews - March 20-24, 2023

Acceptance letters - April 28, 2023

PRIVATE LESSONS • FULL-DAY WEEKLY PROGRAMS

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Registering for Camps/Programs

Please visit Hammond’s website at hammondschool. org, click Summer at Hammond at the top of the webpage to access our online registration system. Registration for all Summer Programs must be completed online through the registration system. A non-refundable deposit of $75 per full-day program and $50 for all other programs is required at the time of registration; however you may also elect to pre-pay in full. The non-refundable deposit is not transferrable. All balances are to be paid in full one week prior to the scheduled program, camp, or offering start date. Remaining balances will be charged to accounts automatically through the online registration system. Registrations for any summer program offering scheduled 7 days or less from the start date must be paid in full at time of registration.

Transferring Camps/Programs

Transfers between programs and camps are permissible up to two weeks prior to the scheduled offering start date. Transfer request must be submitted by email to Kevin N. White, Director of Auxiliary Programs.

Withdrawal Policy

Families who wish to withdraw from a summer program must contact Kevin White, Director of Auxiliary Programs via email at kwhite@ hammondschool.org. Withdrawals two weeks prior to the scheduled program will be refunded the remaining balance, less the non-refundable deposit. The non-refundable deposit is not transferrable. Any withdrawals within two weeks of the summer program are responsible for the full tuition (and fees, if applicable).

Refund Policy

Refunds will be issued for withdrawal request received two weeks prior to the scheduled program, less the non-refundable deposit. The non-refundable deposit is not transferrable. Refunds will not be issued for any withdrawals received within two weeks of the scheduled program. Full refunds are only issued if a program is canceled due to insufficient enrollment. In the event Hammond cancels a program, families will be notified immediately via email through the online registration system. Families may switch to a different summer program and apply the tuition amount toward the balance, or families may request a refund. In order to switch to a different program or receive a refund for a canceled summer program, families must contact the Director of Auxiliary Programs via email. Registration fees are nonrefundable. There will not be any refunds issued for any summer program apparel items purchased.

Camper Allergies

If your child has anaphylactic allergies or other health needs, please contact the Auxiliary Programs Office at 803.726.6413. Families are to provide an action plan along with an epi-pen on the first day of their child’s scheduled camp or program. All items will be returned on the last day of their child’s scheduled camp or program.

What does my child need to bring to camp?

In addition to bringing a water bottle, we suggest participants bring a small backpack to hold all of their belongings. Hawk Ridge Campers are to bring an extra change of clothes, a towel, a bottle of sunscreen, and a swimsuit to camp. Participants attending an athletic workshop, or camp will need to bring necessary items associated with that particular sport. All participants and campers are required to bring a water bottle with them to camp or their program each day.

Check-in

Participants registered to attend full-day programs (9:00 – 4:00 pm), morning programs (9:00 am12:00 pm), and afternoon programs (1:00 pm - 4:00 pm) are required to check-in on Mondays. Families are to park their vehicle and escort their child(ren) to their camp’s location to check-in and meet the instructor(s)/Camp Counselor(s). Detailed information will be provided in an email a few days prior to your child’s scheduled offering start date. Please be sure to check your email address that is listed on your account.

Early Pick-up

If you are picking up a camper early, please contact the Auxiliary Programs Office at 803.726.6413. If your child is enrolled in our Hawk Ridge Camp, please also contact their Lead Camp Counselor (their contact information will be provided to you). This will help us arrange and ensure your child is at carpool early.

Lunch & Snacks

Hammond Summer Programs will have a variety of snacks available for purchase each day at our Snack Shacks located on campus, or bring one from home. Lunches may be brought from home or pre-ordered a week in advance through our lunch program.