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New Camp for 2020
Since 1981, Decatur Children and Youth Services’ day camps – like iDiscover Camp and Camp Sycamore – have instilled life skills, leadership, character, and social and emotional development through engaging, hands-on activities, fun, and play. Through 38 years of summer camp history we have seen campers blossom and grow to become counselors and leaders-in-training, junior counselors, counselors, and camp directors. Some of our former campers are now camp parents. We are excited to continue our day camp legacy this summer with [DRUMROLL PLEASE!] a new camp program for 2020: Legacy Park Day Camp. The new Legacy Park Day Camp program offers three program areas for campers: Team Up, STEAM Team, and Green Team. Campers will have Legacy is not fun all over the park with a wide variety of games, leaving something sports, team challenges, do-it-your self project, see NEW CAMP on page 2
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science, technology, engineering, arts and math activities. Campers will be invited to connect with their natural environment with plenty of time spent outdoors – and ZERO screentime. The City’s full-time afterschool staff will function as the camp’s leadership team. Afterschool families can look forward to seeing their favorite site directors at Legacy Park this summer. Legacy Park Day Campers will be the first to experience this hands-on, interactive, day camp program on a beautiful 77 acre greenspace. Our team is looking forward to building this camp legacy together with you and your family. The following document is our Camp Playbook that you can use as a planning tool for your child’s summer. On pages 10-11 you will find the At-A-Glance summary of City of Decatur summer camps by week including times, locations, instructors, and cost. You will also find additional camp planning tools on our website at www. decaturga.com/cys.
500 S. Columbia Dr. • P.O. Box 220 • Decatur, GA 30031 404-378-1082 • fax 404-378-1281 decaturga.com/cys
Claire Miller ....................................................................... Director Nancy Brune .............................................. Assistant Director Eric Lambkins.........................................Program Supervisor Bryan Smith .......................................... Program Supervisor Lillie Johnson ............................. Administrative Assistant Rashad Crowell .................................................... Site Director Ashton Hudson ................................................... Site Director Rashawn Jackson ............................................... Site Director Jamera Jones........................................................... Site Director Dajānē Martin ....................................................... Site Director Grace Seward ........................................................ Site Director Ashley Thorpe…................................................... Site Director Mekala Williams..................................................... Site Director CJ Yancy...................................................................... Site Director
Decatur Active Living Division 231 Sycamore St. • P.O. Box 220 • Decatur, GA 30031 404-377-0494 • fax 404-370-4130 decaturga.com • beactivedecatur.com
Greg White...........................................................................director Cheryl Burnette.......................................... assistant director ATHLETIC SERVICES
Stacy Green.............................................program supervisor Jada Jordan ...................... assistant program supervisor Jarrod Lindsay.................. assistant program supervisor Megan Myers................... assistant program supervisor Gabriel Bailey ............................assistant program leader Traven Robinson .....................assistant program leader RECREATION SERVICES
After-Camp Care/Shenanigans $20/week for 4-5 p.m. and $40/week for 4-6 p.m – After-Camp Care is available for any camp ending at 4 p.m. After-Camp Care is not available for Sports camps with the exception of Tournament Tennis and Tennis and Swim Full Day (9-4). After-Camp Care registration requires that the camper is first enrolled in a prerequisite camp session.
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Lee Williams............................................program supervisor Sara Holmes............................................program supervisor Portia Langley........................................program supervisor Anthony Bethel..............................................program leader Artesha Chaney..............................................program leader Jonathan Holloman.....................................program leader Cordele Jackson.............................................program leader TENNIS/AQUATICS STAFF
Jabari Cole.............................................. program supervisor Arnie Ahn............................................................program leader Margaret Groover..........................................program leader Luretha Hanson.............................................program leader. Amy Hixson.......................................................program leader Sharon Hulette................................................program leader Nia Willis...............................................................program leader John Aubrey.................................................................Tennis Pro Taylor Wrede.................................................................Tennis Pro SUPPORT STAFF
Virginia Atchison......................... administrative assistant Jzada Jones.............................................................evening clerk Juanita Tyson.......................................................morning clerk Eugenia Kelley-Minor................................. afternoon clerk ACTIVE LIVING BOARD MEMBERS Wendy Childers, Chair • Pete Duitsman • Shelly Head Mike Johnson • Jack Kittle • Adam Pinsley Brooke Schembri • Aaron Wiener
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For children entering grades K-5 in fall 2020 8 a.m.-4 p.m. June 15-July 10 500 S. Columbia Dr. • Cochran Building & Gym $230/$255 per week CAMP DIRECTORS: Rashad Crowell (Winnona Park Animal Crackers), Dajānē Martin (Talley Street Whiz Kids)
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LEADERS-IN-TRAINING (LIT) PROGRAM • 14-15 YRS Weekly Sessions: June 15-July 10 (register for 1-4 sessions) LIT coordinator: Jamera Jones (Legacy Park Whiz Kids) Required Orientation June 8-12 • $230/255 per week
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eaders-in-Training (LIT) is a teen leadership summer camp program that provides teens an opportunity to develop management and leadership skills through innovative and project-based learning activities geared toward college and career exploration, service and social impact, and active living. The objective is to empower teens to embrace the importance of independence, interdependence, relationship building, problem solving, effective communication, selfmanagement, assertiveness, and group management skills. Throughout the course of the dynamic LIT summer camp, teens also participate in job readiness workshops where they learn interview skills and participate in a mock interview, build their resume and cover letter, and get professional headshots. The LIT program begins with an intensive orientation in which LITs learn about proper supervision and about leading a variety of activities for younger children. The LITs learn CPR and First Aid as well as other skills and knowledge in preparation for supporting the summer camp program. The orientation week is mandatory for all LITs and runs June 8-12, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. daily. All LITs must attend every day of orientation – no exceptions! LITs close their orientation with a mandatory graduation team-building trip that allows them to use the week’s newly learned skills. Throughout the summer LITs have ongoing training and special activities. Applications for the LIT program may be found online at decaturga.com/cys on the Forms & Documents page, or pick up an application packet at the Decatur Recreation Center, Ebster Recreation Center, DHS or RMS starting Jan. 4. Applications must be returned by March 14. Interviews will take place April 6-10 (unless otherwise arranged). Applicants need recommendations from two teachers and one non-relative personal reference. Completed recommendation forms should accompany applications, each in a sealed envelope.
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JUNIOR COUNSELOR PROGRAM 16-17 YRS Legacy Park Day Camp Mandatory Orientation June 8-12 and up to 4 weeks at camp, June 15-July 10
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he Junior Counselor program is a continuation of the LIT program, providing the next steps toward becoming a full-fledged summer camp counselor. Prior to the start of summer camp, JCs attend summer staff orientation week along with summer camp counselors. The orientation includes training in facilitating group activities, activity planning, cooperative games, diversity, risk management, CPR and First Aid, and communication. JCs attend their camp’s weekly staff meetings. Applicants must be 16-17 years old and have completed at least one year as a CIT or LIT in Decatur (or with another agency – documentation required). Applications will be available Jan. 4 online, at Decatur Recreation Center, Ebster Recreation Center and DHS, and must be submitted by March 14. Applicants need recommendations from two teachers and one non-relative personal reference. Note that all JCs must attend camp orientation June 8-12 and will work at Legacy Park Day Camp June 15-July 10. Junior Counselors receive minimum wage for hours worked. There are two first-year and one second-year JC positions available.
Contact Jabari Cole, 404-377-7231 jabari.cole@decaturga.com
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Tennis Camps TENNIS AND SWIM CAMP • 7-15 YRS This is a camp for children to learn and play in a relaxed environment. Each morning campers receive 90 minutes of tennis instruction, followed by swimming at Glenlake Pool. After lunch and a free play period, full-day campers return to the courts for more tennis play. The day concludes at the swimming pool. Campers must bring a lunch, bathing suit/swim trunks, and a towel each day. Closed toe/closed heel shoes are required for the tennis courts. Half day – 9 a.m.-noon Session I: 6/8-6/12 • 161010-04 Session II: 6/15-6/19 • 161010-06 Session III: 6/22-6/26 • 161010-08 Session IV: 6/29-7/3 • 161010-11 Session V: 7/13-7/17 • 161010-14 Session VI: 7/20-7/24 • 161010-16 Session VII: 7/27-7/31 • 161010-19 Full day – 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Session I: 6/8-6/12 • 161010-03 Session II: 6/15-6/19 • 161010-05 Session III: 6/22-6/26 • 161010-07 Session IV: 6/29-7/3 • 161010-10 Session V: 7/13-7/17 • 161010-13 Session VI: 7/20-7/24 • 161010-15 Session VII: 7/27-7/31 • 161010-18
TOURNAMENT CAMP • 7-17 YRS 9 a.m.-4 p.m. The Tournament Camp is for juniors looking to play serious competitive tennis. During each session the focus will be on advanced stroke training, movement, physical fitness, and match strategy. Beginner and intermediate players are welcome, but the camp will be geared toward the more advanced players. Due to the extreme summer heat, tournament camp participants will get to spend some time at the swimming pool each day. Campers should bring a lunch each day as well as a bathing suit or swim trunks and a towel. Closed toe/closed heel shoes are required for the tennis courts. Session I: 6/1-6/5 Session II: 7/7-7/10 After care is offered for Tournament Camps and the full-day versions of Tennis and Swim Camp. Register for activity 161011-(camp section number) for 5 p.m. pickup or 161012-(camp section number) for 6 p.m. pickup. The cost is $20 per week for 5 p.m. pickup and $40 for 6 p.m. pickup.
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Artists, actors, dancers, scientists, engineers, designers, and P curious minds – we have Y something for you! E Camps focus on an area of interest throughout the camp week. Camps are presented in four categories: Art, STEM, Theatre and Exploration. Many of our camps are RI C facilitated by City Schools of CH M ENT Decatur teachers – look for their names in the camp descriptions. Visit pages 10-11 to see the camp offerings by week, including pricing and registration numbers. E Camps will be held at 500 S. Columbia Dr., June 15-July 10. Camps open at 8 a.m. for drop-off and camp activities begin at 9 a.m. Campers should bring a lunch daily. A snack is provided. Camps end at 4 p.m. with after-care options available from 4 to 6 p.m. (see page 2).
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Rising 2nd-4th • July 7-10 Instructor: Kimberly White What’s it like to be a part of a fashion design team? Come find out firsthand and get inspired to create fabulous fashions and awesome accessories for yourself and an 18-inch doll. Projects will include using hand and sewing machine techniques to create a custom clutch and summer skirt. All skill levels welcome! Fashionistas will showcase their work at our Rock the Runway Fashion Show.
GRAPHIC DESIGN Rising 3rd-6th • June 22-26 Instructor: Tyler Mangascle Do you have an idea for a new business? Create your own company or sports team or charitable organization – or maybe it’s your very own lemonade stand. Then create the logo and all of the marketing materials for it. It all comes down to how creatively you package your idea. Many ideas succeed because of the part the graphic designers played in getting that idea out to the world in a fun, eye-catching way. And who knows, your idea and your designs just might be the next big thing!
IN THE STUDIO Rising 3rd-6th • June 29-July 3 Instructors: Danye’lle Hundley and Nastassia Heastie Have you ever been told you’ve got the moves? Campers learn the history and choreography of hip hop, jazz, musical theatre, lyrical, and majorette. Attending campers build confidence, positive relationships, and dance skills. Dancers of all experience levels are welcome and will put on an exciting performance at the end of the week.
June 15-July10 8 a.m.-4 p.m. E Camp Director: Ashley Thorpe (Westchester Animal Crackers) E Camp Business Director: Mekala Williams (Project REAL)
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OH MICKEY, LET’S CRAFT Rising K-2nd • June 22-26 Instructors: Danye’lle Hundley and Nastassia Heastie Everything Disney! Learn how to take the most basic craft materials to create Disney-inspired crafts. You’ll be that much closer to Disney World in this camp!
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ALICE IN WONDERLAND Rising 3rd-6th • June 15-19 Have some tea, make a hat and learn to dance like the Mad Hatter. Sing, act, play theatre games, and have a blast with crafts and the performing arts! Join a camp where you can be creative, feel confident, and develop new skills while having fun and making new friends.
CAMP HAMILTON, THE MUSICAL REVIEW Rising 3rd-6th • June 29-July 3 The casting call is open for everyone of all abilities to learn exciting choreography, belt out the Hamilton the Musical’s most popular ballads, style costumes and of course, have a ton of fun in the process.
FROZEN Rising K-3rd • July 7-10 Get Ready for the coolest summer ever! A story of true love and acceptance between sisters, Frozen the play expands upon the emotional relationship and journey between Princesses Anna and Elsa. When faced with danger, the two discover their hidden potential and the powerful bond of sisterhood. With a cast of beloved characters and loaded with magic, adventure, and plenty of humor, Frozen is sure to thaw even the coldest heart!
Exploration E Camps CAMP NATURALLY MADE Rising 3rd-6th • July 7-10 Instructor: LaToya Rivers Attention creators! Are you ready to tap into your creative side? We’ll discover the benefits of creative therapy and how we can use products we find in our home and use in our everyday lives. Some of our creations will feature acrylics on canvas, designing henna body art, learning soap making, body scrubs, and much more.
COMPASSION BOUND Rising 3rd-6th • June 15-19 Instructor: Kara Morrison Take time for yourself this summer and learn techniques to reduce stress in your daily life. Each day we’ll discover how color and compassion can transform our hearts, minds, and bodies. Come connect with yourself and others through yoga, mindfulness, art, stories, journaling, and play.
LION KING Rising 3rd- 6th • June 22-26 Disney’s The Lion King has captivated the imaginations of audiences around the world. The African savannah comes to life on your stage with Simba, Rafiki, and an unforgettable cast of characters as they journey from Pride Rock to the jungle . . . and back again, in this inspiring, coming-of-age tale.
My boys said that this (camp) was the second best week of their life. The first best is when we were at Disney. :-)“ — 2019 camp parent Summer Camps 2020
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COOKING LIKE A PRO Rising 3rd-6th Session I: June 15-19 Session II: June 29-July 3 Instructor: Chef Kay Campers explore the wonderful world of cooking by learning about the history of foods, healthy food trends, and hands-on cooking with savory and sweet dishes. Young pros will sift, sizzle, and sauté their way to a cooking contest!
FILM, EDIT, SHARE Rising 6th-8th • June 22-26 Instructor: Jonah Goode F.E.S. (film, edit, share) is a fast-paced film course for those interested in sharpening their creative, filming and editing skills. It’s simple: we find a location, you build your story, you and your team shoot your story, you edit your story, and you share it – all in one week!
FUSION FOOD TRUCK FESTIVAL Rising 3rd-6th • July 7-10 Instructor: Christine Benta Food Science + Art and Design + Healthy Eats + Edible Delights + Summer Cooking Lessons + Yummy Flavors + Business Designs
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= An Awesome Food Truck Fest! Join us and learn how to design, create, and build your very own 3-D food truck model combined with a one-of-a-kind foodie menu. All foodies will collaborate with a partner to showcase their individual food truck designs and some delicious dishes to taste at their very own “Fusion Food Truck Festival.”
GAME AND TOY DESIGNERS Rising 3rd-6th • June 29-July 3 Instructors: Ali Shershin and Angie Prophet Explore and study the ins and outs of games and toys from around the world. Then it’s time to use them as sources of inspiration to design and build your own games and toys. What will you create?
GAMES GALORE! Rising 3rd-6th • July 7-10 Instructors: Ali Shershin and Angie Prophet Scrabble, Pictionary, Monopoly, Risk, Clue, Pokémon! These are some of the most popular games in the world and it’s what we do all day, every day. This camp is for gamers, but we don’t do video games – this is face to face, tabletop, and outdoor gaming. We’ll
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introduce new games every day and enjoy each other’s company as campers play all kinds of popular games.
THYME TO COOK Rising 3rd-6th • June 22-26 Instructor: Edwin Ellis One of the most popular food challenge shows is Chopped. Our version has the added twist of focusing on different cuisines every day. Each day the campers will be presented with a basket with three or four ingredients, which reflect different cuisines – French, Italian, Mexican, Asian and “All-American.” Using those ingredients and working within those cuisines, they will challenge themselves to make mouthwatering specialties, traditional favorites and explore new ingredients, tastes and combinations.
STEM Camps: Science, Technology, Engineering and Math EVERYTHING IS AWESOME LEGO CAMP Rising 1st-3rd • June 15-19 Instructors: Meg Alexander and Taylor Clemmons LEGOs are designed to ignite creativity through free exploration and play. Campers must persevere through multiple challenges and projects as they work to become “master builders.” Campers can design their own unique LEGO sets with directions, and/or collaborate on advanced projects.
EVERYTHING IS AWESOME-ER LEGO CAMP Rising 3rd-6th • June 22-26 Instructors: Meg Alexander and Taylor Clemmons Pushing their skills beyond the construction of premade sets, campers will tackle new challenges and projects as they become “master builders.” They can choose to design their own unique LEGO sets with directions, and/or collaborate to create stop-motion mini-movies.
your wildest hair. Unleash your inner scientist through fascinating science investigations.
SPA LAB AND WELLNESS STUDIO Rising 3rd-5th • June 29-July 3 Instructor: Kimberly White Come to the “spa” for a week of relaxation and feel-good activities. Learn the science behind creating your own spa products. Use all-natural and non-toxic ingredients to create bath bombs, facials, sugar scrubs and more. Participants will also learn healthy ways to unwind and de-stress.
STOP MOTION STUDIO Rising 3rd-6th • June 15-19 Instructor: Tyler Mangascle Wouldn’t you love to create movies like Wallace & Gromit or Fantastic Mr. Fox, or those Legos shorts you see on YouTube? Or do you just love making all sorts of arts-and-craftsstyle creations with play-doh or construction paper or whatever your crazy imaginative brain can think of to use to make the flames for a rocket or a super creepy swamp crea-
ture or some cute little tree frog sitting on a leaf. The point is that you’re all about creating because, why not . . it’s fun! So put all of that creativity to great use in the Stop Motion Studio. You’ll spend a week brainstorming, storyboarding, creating, constructing, filming, and editing your very own stop motion movie. We’ll finish off the week with a private viewing of all our movies.
FULL STEAM AHEAD Rising 3rd-6th • June 29-July 3 Instructor: Stephanie Ivery Ready, set, build! Together we will learn the engineering design process and complete design challenges using everyday materials. Each session of the camp will have a different focus and be led by professionals in STEAM fields. Teams of campers will present their ideas.
MAD SCIENTISTS UNLEASHED! Rising 3rd-6th • June 15-19 Instructors: Charee Waugh and Vanessa Williams Ever used your kitchen as a mini science lab, wondering what potions and concoctions you can create? Ever wondered if you have the knack for building bridges and towers, or finding the best design for the fastest race car? Do you feel the urge to find out how to launch a rocket to infinity? If so, you can meet other kids who are crazy about science like you. Pull out your lab coat, goggles, and
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Summer Camps At-a-Glance Week 1 6/1-6/5 Camp Register Age/Fee by 5/16 Time/Place Instructor WebTrac No. Week 2 6/8-6/12 Camp Register Age/Fee by 5/23 Time/Place Instructor WebTrac No. Camp Age/Fee Time/Place Instructor WebTrac No. Week 3 Camp 6/15-6/19 Age/Fee Register by 5/30 Time/Place Instructor WebTrac No. Camp Age/Fee Time/Place Instructor WebTrac No. Camp Age/Fee Time/Place Instructor WebTrac No. Week 4 Camp 6/22-6/26 Register Age/Fee by 6/6 Time/Place Instructor WebTrac No. Camp Age/Fee Time/Place Instructor WebTrac No. Camp Age/Fee Time/Place Instructor WebTrac No. 10
Tournament Tennis I 7-17 yrs / $230/255 9 am-4 pm / GTC J. Aubrey/T. Wrede 161010-01 Decatur Boys Baseball Camp 7-14 yrs / $150/175 9 am-12 pm / MP Robby Gilbert 142020-38
Decatur Bike Camp 8-12 yrs / $175/200 9 am-1 pm / LPK Nedra Deadwyler 142020-10
Decatur Boys Lacrosse Camp 6-12 yrs / $225/250 9 am-3 pm / EF Ben Rigger 142020-13
Decatur Co-Ed Wrestling Camp 8-14 yrs / $125/150 9 am-1 pm / DHG Robert Buggs 142020-06
Decatur Fencing Camp 8-17 yrs / $175/200 9 am-1 pm / DRC TBD 142020-23
Girls Softball Camp 8-18 yrs / $175/200 9 am-2 pm / OF Gary Anderson 142020-02
Gymnastics Camp I 4-12 yrs / $135/160 9 am-1 pm / DRC JoMarie Futch 142020-42
Small Fry Sports Camp I 4-5 yrs / $125/150 9 am-12:30 pm / ERC Teresa Davis 142020-19
Tennis and Swim I 7-15 yrs / $115/140 9 am-12 pm / GTC N. Willis/J. Aubrey 161010-04
Tennis and Swim Full Day I 7-15 yrs / $230/255 9 am-4 pm / GTC N. Willis/J. Aubrey 161010-03
Alice in Wonderland 3rd-6th / $240/265 8 am-4 pm / LPK Candice Newsum 183070-01
Compassion Bound 3rd-6th / $230/255 8 am-4 pm / LPK Kara Morrison 183070-03
Cooking Like a Pro I 3rd-6th / $270/295 8 am-4 pm / LPK Chef Kay 183070-04
Cheerleading Camp I 4-5 yrs / $125/150 9 am-12:30 pm / DRC Wanda Nesbitt 142020-50
Cheerleading Camp II 6-12 yrs / $190/215 9 am-4 pm / DRC Wanda Nesbitt 142020-51
Decatur Girls Lacrosse Camp I 6-9 yrs / $150/175 9 am-12 pm / EF Jessica Mayer 142020-11
Decatur Girls Lacrosse Camp II 10-14 yrs / $175/200 9 am-2 pm / EF Jessica Mayer 142020-12
Everything is Awesome Lego 1st-3rd / $235/260 8 am-4 pm / LPK Alexander/Clemmons 183070-06
Fastbreak Boys Basketball Camp 10-15 yrs / $175/200 9 am-1 pm / DHG William Faulkner 142020-39
Legacy Park Day Camp I K-5th / $230/255 8 am-4 pm / LPK CYS Camp Staff 183010-01
Mad Scientists… UNLEASHED! 3rd-6th / $230/255 8 am-4 pm / LPK V Williams/C Waugh 183070-19
Stop Motion Studio 3rd-6th / $240/265 8 am-4 pm / LPK Tyler Mangascle 183070-22
Tennis and Swim II 7-15 yrs / $115/140 9 am-12 pm / GTC N. Willis/J. Aubrey 161010-06
Tennis and Swim Full Day II 7-15 yrs / $230/255 9 am-4 pm / GTC N. Willis/J. Aubrey 161010-05
Decatur Girls Volleyball Camp 9-17 yrs / $125/150 9 am-12 pm / ERC Kele Eveland 142020-49
Decatur Soccer Camp 6-12 yrs / $125/150 9 am-12 pm / EF Stephen Gathany 142020-31
Everything is Awesome-er Lego 3rd-6th / $235/260 8 am-4 pm / LPK Alexander/Clemmons 183070-07
Film, Edit, Share 6th-8th / $280/305 8 am-4 pm / LPK Jonah Goode 183070-09
Graphic Design 3rd-6th / $230/255 8 am-4 pm / LPK Tyler Mangascle 183070-15
Hoop It Up Basketball Camp 6-9 yrs / $125/150 9 am-12 pm / DRC James Hartry 142020-40
Legacy Park Day Camp II K-5th / $230/255 8 am-4 pm / LPK CYS Camp Staff 183010-02
Lion King 3rd-6th / $240/265 8 am-4 pm / LPK Candice Newsum 183070-18
Oh Mickey, Let’s Craft! K-2nd / $230/255 8 am-4 pm / LPK D Hundley/N Heastie 183070-20
Tennis and Swim III 7-15 yrs / $115/140 9 am-12 pm / GTC N. Willis/J. Aubrey 161010-08
Tennis and Swim Full Day III 7-15 yrs / $230/255 9 am-4 pm / GTC N. Willis/J. Aubrey 161010-07
Thyme to Cook 3rd-6th / $275/300 8 am-4 pm / LPK Edwin Ellis 183070-23
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Decatur Girls Basketball Camp 8-14 yrs / $150/175 9 am-1 pm / DHG Eric Dawson 142020-48
Week 5 Camp 6/29-7/3 Age/Fee Register Time/Place by 6/13 Instructor WebTrac No. Camp Age/Fee Time/Place Instructor WebTrac No. Week 6 7/7-7/10 Register Camp by 6/20 Age/Fee NO Time/Place CAMP JULY Instructor 6 WebTrac No. Week 7 7/13-7/17 Register Camp by 6/27 Age/Fee Time/Place Instructor WebTrac No. Week 8 7/20-7/24 Camp Register Age/Fee by 7/4 Time/Place Instructor WebTrac No.
Cooking Like a Pro II 3rd-6th / $270/295 8 am-4 pm / LPK Chef Kay 183070-05
Decatur Complete Football Camp 6-14 yrs / $125/150 9 am-12 pm / DHS Cody Cory 142020-47
Full S.T.E.A.M. Ahead! 3rd-6th / $250/275 8 am-4 pm / LPK Stephanie Ivery 183070-11
Game and Toy Designers 3rd-6th / $230/255 8 am-4 pm / LPK A Shershin/A Prophet 183070-13
Hamilton Musical Review 3rd-6th / $250/275 8 am-4 pm / LPK Candice Newsum 183070-16
In the Studio 3rd-6th / $230/255 8 am-4 pm / LPK D Hundley/N Heastie 183070-17
Legacy Park Day Camp III K-5th / $230/255 8 am-4 pm / LPK CYS Camp Staff 183010-03
Spa Lab and Wellness Studio 3rd-5th / $235/260 8 am-4 pm / LPK Kimberly White 183070-21
Table Tennis Camp 8-17 yrs / $135/160 9 am-12 pm / DRC Charlie Slater 142020-14
Tennis and Swim IV 7-15 yrs / $115/140 9 am-12 pm / GTC N. Willis/J. Aubrey 161010-11
Tennis and Swim Full Day IV 7-15 yrs / $230/255 9 am-4 pm / GTC N. Willis/J. Aubrey 161010-10
Ultimate Frisbee Camp 12-17 yrs / $150/175 9 am-1 pm / EF Madison Head 142020-09
Camp Naturally Made 3rd-6th / $240/265 8 am-4 pm / LPK LaToya Rivers 183070-02
Fashion Design Studio 2nd-4th / $235/260 8 am-4 pm / LPK Kimberly White 183070-08
Frozen K-3rd / $240/265 8 am-4 pm / LPK Candice Newsum 183070-10
Fusion Food Truck Festival 3rd-6th / $240/265 8 am-4 pm / LPK Christine Benta 183070-12
Games Galore 3rd-6th / $230/255 8 am-4 pm / LPK A Shershin/A Prophet 183070-14
Legacy Park Day Camp IV K-5th / $200/225 8 am-4 pm / LPK CYS Camp Staff 183010-04
Karate Camp 8-12 yrs / $150/175 9 am-1 pm / ERC Adesi Brown 142020-43
Tee Time Beginners Golf 4-6 yrs / $125/150 9 am-1 pm / ERC Jonathan Holloman 142020-01
Tennis and Swim V 7-15 yrs / $115/140 9 am-12 pm / GTC N. Willis/J. Aubrey 161010-14
Tennis and Swim Full Day V 7-15 yrs / $230/255 9 am-4 pm / GTC N. Willis/J. Aubrey 161010-13
Small Fry Sports Camp II 4-5 yrs / $125/150 9 am-12:30 pm / ERC Teresa Davis 142020-20
Tennis and Swim VI 7-15 yrs / $115/140 9 am-12 pm / GTC N. Willis/J. Aubrey 161010-16
Tennis and Swim Full Day VI 7-15 yrs / $230/255 9 am-4 pm / GTC N. Willis/J. Aubrey 161010-15
Tournament Tennis II 7-17 yrs / $230/255 9 am-4 pm / GTC Aubrey/Wrede 161010-12
Week 9 Tennis and Swim Tennis and Swim 7/27-7/31 Full Day VII Camp VII Register 7-15 yrs / $230/255 Age/Fee 7-15 yrs / $115/140 by 7/11 9 am-12 pm / GTC 9 am-4 pm / GTC Time/Place N. Willis/J. Aubrey Instructor N. Willis/J. Aubrey 161010-18 WebTrac No. 161010-19 See page 2 for After Camp Care information and registration numbers
Register at decaturga.com/webtrac Locations: DRC = Decatur Recreation Center; DHG = Decatur High School Gym; DHS = Decatur High School Stadium; LPK= Legacy Park; EF = Ebster Field; ERC = Ebster Recreation Center; GTC = Glenlake Tennis Center; MP = McKoy Park; OF = Oakhurst Park Field All grade levels are rising grades. Limited financial assistance is available to Decatur residents who demonstrate a need.
Campers said that they enjoyed doing activities at camp (94%), that they tried new things at camp (93%), and that they had opportunities to do art activities (93%). – Camp Survey 2019 Summer Camps 2020
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SPORTS CAMPS
DECATUR BIKE CAMP • 8-12 YRS June 8-12 • 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Learn bike safety, rules of the road, bike maintenance and bike handling. Camp will make cycling fun and encourage kids to ride more often, becoming lifelong riders. Participants must know how to pedal and steer and must bring a bike each day. Instructor: Nedra Deadwyler
DECATUR BOYS BASEBALL CAMP 7-14 YRS June 8-12 • 9 a.m.-noon Campers learn the fundamentals of baseball with fun drills covering base running, outfield and infield play, pitching and catching. Camp will focus on building character, meeting new friends and developing a love for the game of baseball. Coach: Robby Gilbert with current and former Decatur High School baseball players.
Contact Portia Langley, 678-553-6563 portia.langley@decaturga.com
DECATUR BOYS LACROSSE CAMP 6-12 YRS June 8-12 • 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Learn to play lacrosse the Decatur way! Coaches teach the fundamentals of the game of lacrosse through a series of drills and game play. This camp is great for beginners and even better for players that would like to sharpen their lacrosse skills. Coach: Ben Rigger, with current and former Decatur High Lacrosse team members.
DECATUR CHEERLEADING CAMP June 15-19 Section I: 4-5 yrs • 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Section II: 6-12 yrs • 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Cheer camp is a spirited five days of cheers, dances, stunts and crafts led by experienced cheerleaders. All levels welcome! Registration includes T-shirt, hair bow, spirit pennant and more. The week concludes with a crowdpleasing performance. Come out to build
self-confidence, learn the value of teamwork and have fun. Instructor: Wanda Nesbitt.
DECATUR COMPLETE FOOTBALL CAMP • 6-14 YRS June 29-July 3 • 9 a.m.-noon Learn the fundamentals of the game of football and take part in a variety of skill development drills and activities like passing, catching, and punting. This camp will allow full access to all the facilities that the Decatur Bulldogs use and will be an experience you don’t want to miss. Coach: Cody Cory and his football staff from Decatur High Bulldogs.
DECATUR CO-ED WRESTLING CAMP • 8-14 YRS June 8-12 • 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Boys and girls will learn the basic fundamentals of Olympic sport wrestling. Mat wrestling, takedown offense and neutral positioning as well as discipline, teamwork and pride will be instructed. All equipment is provided. Instructor: Robert Buggs, Decatur High wrestling coach
DECATUR FENCING CAMP 8-17 YRS June 8-12 • 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Campers enjoy a safe and exciting introduction to the sport of fencing with foil, epee and saber. Participants learn the history, footwork and tactics of swordplay. All equipment is provided. Instructor: TBD
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DECATUR GIRLS LACROSSE CAMP June 15-19 Section I: 6-9 yrs • 9 a.m.-noon Section II: 10-14 yrs • 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Learn to play lacrosse the Decatur way! Coaches teach the fundamentals of the game through a series of drills and game play. This camp is great for beginners and even better for players who would like to sharpen their lacrosse skills. Coaches: Jessica Mayer and Alex Powers, Decatur High Girls Lacrosse team
DECATUR GIRLS BASKETBALL CAMP • 8-14 YRS June 8-12 • 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Girls learn the fundamentals of basketball skills and drills to improve shooting, dribbling, ball handling, defense and rebounding. Make new friends and have fun at camp. Coach: Eric Dawson, Decatur High Girls Basketball
DECATUR GIRLS VOLLEYBALL CAMP • 9-17 YRS
BOYS FAST BREAK BASKETBALL CAMP • 10-15 YRS
June 22-26 • 9 a.m.-noon Join us for a great week of volleyball. This camp is for beginners through intermediate. Learn passing, setting, hitting and serving. Take advantage of a great opportunity to learn new skills and make new friends. Instructor: Coach Kele Eveland, Georgia Tech coach and professional player
June 15-19 • 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Learn the fundamentals of basketball, with drills including dribbling, passing, shooting and defense and one-on-one attention from coaches. Coach: William Faulkner, Decatur High School, and James Hartry, Tucker High School
DECATUR SOCCER CAMP 6-12 YRS
June 8-12 • 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Girls can improve and enhance their softball skills, including catching, hitting, and base running, with proven drills and training tips. Instructor: Gary Anderson
June 22-26 • 9 a.m.-noon Camp covers basic skills, drills and fundamentals plus defensive strategies, and provides an enjoyable soccer experience for boys and girls of all levels. Instructor: Stephen Gathany, Decatur Girls Soccer Coach.
GIRLS SOFTBALL CAMP • 8-18 YRS
GYMNASTICS CAMP I • 4-12 YRS June 8-12 • 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Learn hand-eye coordination, body awareness, flexibility, kinetics and strength building. This camp will include gymnastics, arts and crafts, games, and fun, fun, fun! The gymnastics portion is beginner’s level and will cover the fundamentals with each camp participant. Instructor: JoMarie Futch
HOOP IT UP BASKETBALL CAMP 6-9 YRS June 22-26 • 9 a.m.-noon This week-long camp focus is on the basic skills and drills of basketball. Camp offers a variety of games and development activities that are sure to please all campers of this age group. Coach: James Hartry
Summer Camps 2020
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SPORTS CAMPS
KARATE CAMP • 8-12 YRS
TABLE TENNIS CAMP • 8-17 YRS
July 13-17 • 9 a.m.-1 p.m. The camp is designed to introduce children to the fun, physical skills, mental challenges, and discipline of Karate. Participants learn basic karate techniques, including punching, kicking, blocking, and rolling. Participants also engage in agility games. Running, jumping, and dodging will be used to reinforce the karate concepts. Instructor: Adesi Brown
June 29-July 3 • 9 a.m.-noon Spend the week learning the skills of table tennis, including stroke, serve, hand-eye coordination, and experience the table tennis robot. Campers are taught table tennis rules and participate in game action. Instructor: Charlie Slater
SMALL FRY CAMP • 4-5 YRS
July 13-17 • 9 a.m.-noon This motor skill development program offers campers a chance to build confidence and self-esteem in a fun environment. Campers learn basic golf techniques with modified equipment for their age group. Drills such as putting, chipping, pitching and the full swing are taught by our Coach Jonathan Holloman.
9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Session I: June 8-12 Session II: July 20-24 Throw, catch, run and jump. Campers engage in a week of movement, tumbling, games, throwing and catching while developing motor skills that are basic to success in any sport. Instructor: Teresa Davis, Li’l Kickers, Dribblers, Sluggers, Lax coach.
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Contact Portia Langley, 678-553-6563 portia.langley@decaturga.com
TEE TIME, BEGINNERS GOLF CAMP • 4-6 YRS
Decatur Active Living • Children and Youth Services • Register at decaturga.com/webtrac
ULTIMATE FRISBEE CAMP 12-17 YRS June 29-July 3 • 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Participants learn the fundamental disc skills involved in the game of Ultimate – a co-ed, non-contact sport built on throwing, catching, and running. The goal is to teach fair play and have fun. Instructor: Madison Head
summer camp registration
WORKSHEET
Use this tool to make camp selections for your children before registration opens at 9 a.m. on Saturday, January 4. Also, be sure to update your children’s grade levels on WebTrac at decaturga.com/webtrac. The Playbook At-a-Glance on pages 10-11 presents all 2020 camp options by week and includes ages/grades, fees, and registration numbers. Call with questions: 404-78-1082 or 404-377-0494. Registration for 2020 summer camps opens at 9 a.m. on Saturday, January 4. Register online at decaturga.com/ webtrac. Fees: At registration a $25 non-refundable, non-transferrable deposit is due for each child for each camp session. Financial Assistance recipients must pay a $10 deposit per child per camp session. WebTrac will charge $25 per child per session. Adjusted rates require in-person registration.
Camp Name (1st choice)
Dates
Registration #
Camp Name (2nd choice)
After Care Registration #s 4-5 pm 4-6 pm
Registration #
Week 1 6/1-6/5
Tournament Tennis I
161011-01
161012-01
Week 2 6/8-6/12
Tennis & Swim II
161011-03
161012-03
Week 3 6/15-6/19
Legacy Park Day Camp E Camps Tennis & Swim III
183011-01 183071-01 161011-05
183012-01 183072-01 161012-05
Week 4 6/22-6/26
Legacy Park Day Camp E Camps Tennis & Swim IV
183011-02 183071-02 161011-07
183012-02 183072-02 161012-07
Week 5 6/29-7/3
Legacy Park Day Camp E Camps Tennis & Swim V
183011-03 183071-03 161011-10
183012-03 183072-03 161012-10
Week 6 7/7-7/10 [No camp 7/6]
Legacy Park Day Camp E Camps Tournament Tennis II
183011-04 183071-04 161011-12
183012-04 183072-04 161012-12
Week 7 7/13-7/17
Tennis & Swim VI
161011-13
161012-13
Week 8 7/20-7/24
Tennis & Swim VII
161011-15
161012-15
Week 9 7/27-7/31
Tennis & Swim VIII
161011-18
161012-18
We enjoyed our interaction with all the staff members. They greet us with a smile to start the day and send us home with the same smile. As parents, it helps us feel good that we made a good choice for our child”. – 2019 E Camp parent Summer Camps 2020
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How to Play Registration
OPENS
SATURDAY
9 a.m.-noon
Register for all summer camps online at
decaturga.com/webtrac
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How to Play in Decatur
SUMMER CAMP DEPOSITS AND PAYMENTS
Balance: The balance is due April 1, 2020, for all City of Decatur summer camps. Fees cover instruction, supplies, and a camp T-shirt.
• Online registration requires a household ID number and password. Paperwork must be completed in advance of registration day in order to allow online registration. Find more information at decaturga.com/webtrac. • Proof of residency will be required for resident fees and is subject to verification. Non-verifiable addresses will not be accepted. Proof of residency accepted includes: tax bill, utility bill, rent receipt, current signed lease agreement, or property deed/mortgage note. • Five year olds enrolling for day camps must have attended a full-day program and show proof of age (birth certificate or school record). Must be five the first day of camp. • Registration for all programs will continue online until programs are filled or until registration deadlines. Office hours are Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m.-8 p.m., Friday, 8 a.m-6 p.m., and Saturday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. • For information on how to register online, go to decaturga.com/cys. Click on Registration for instructions. WebTrac will not accept financial aid registration. WebTrac only accepts Visa and MasterCard. • Nonresidents of the City of Decatur must pay an additional $25 per week/camp.
Deposit: A $25 nonrefundable and nontransferable deposit per participant per session is required. The deposit holds a camp enrollment until the balance due date. If fees are not paid or arrangements made, spaces will be given to campers on the waiting list. Those applying for financial assistance must pay a $10 deposit per child per session.
Refunds: Deposits are nonrefundable and nontransferable. The remaining paid balance is refundable up to May 1 for all sessions with a written request. Camp fees are nonrefundable and nontransferable after May 1, 2020. See Camp Parent Handbook for additional details. Financial Assistance A limited amount of financial assistance is available to City of Decatur residents who demonstrate a need on a first-come-firstserved basis. Proof of residency and income verification must be submitted with the financial assistance application. Assistance is based on a sliding scale. A minimum rate will be required for each activity. Application is available online. Please note: • An application for financial assistance is not a promise of financial aid. • Only City of Decatur residents may apply for financial aid and are required to provide verification of residency upon application, in the form of a tax bill, utility bill or rent receipt. • Residents are required to submit verification of income. Copies of three current paycheck stubs, letters of supplemental income, Medicaid letters, or copies of the preceding year’s filed taxes will be accepted. All information will remain confidential. • Families are eligible to apply for financial assistance for four weeks of day camp programs with a maximum of up to four special-interest (tennis, swim, sports) and E Camps per camper per summer.
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Decatur Active Living • Children and Youth Services • Register at decaturga.com/webtrac