2012
SUMMER at Sacred Heart
June 18 - July 27
Cover art by Jack Baldwin, Hardey 2nd grade
773-681-8428 www.shschicago.org
WELCOME! WELCOME to Sacred Heart Schools on Sheridan Road! The Academy for girls and Hardey Preparatory for boys are among the city’s oldest independent schools. As a member of the International Network of Sacred Heart Schools in 35 countries, Sacred Heart Schools on Sheridan Road educates over 650 students of many cultures and faiths in Kindergarten through Eighth Grade throughout the Chicago area.
Sacred Heart Schools educate to: ...a personal and active faith in God, ...a deep respect for intellectual values, ...a social awareness which impels to action, ...the building of community as a Christian value, ...personal growth in an atmosphere of wise freedom.
Sacred Heart Schools on Sheridan Road is a Chicago landmark on Lake Michigan and was established in 1876 by the Society of the Sacred Heart. SUMMER AT SACRED HEART is fun for all! Join Summer at Sacred Heart to experience a variety of academic, recreational, athletic, and fine arts programs. Customize your day by attending one of our day camps, any of our specialized programs, or both! Activities range from Arts and Crafts to Science Wizardry, making Summer at Sacred Heart a place for every child. Campers, ages 3-15, will meet new friends and create memories to last a lifetime. Welcome to SUMMER AT SACRED HEART 2012! ABOUT THE DIRECTOR Jill Renn is excited to be directing the Summer at Sacred Heart Program again this year. She is a second grade teacher at Sacred Heart and has directed Sacred Heart Summer Programs for 15 years. Jill looks forward to another year directing Summer at Sacred Heart and a fabulous fun-filled summer! OUR PROFESSIONAL STAFF is committed to making sure your camper receives a positive camp experience and a summer full of fun. Our well trained, experienced staff is ready to share their expertise and knowledge while working with your child. Summer at Sacred Heart takes pride in our low camper-to-teacher ratio and specialized instruction. LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION. Summer at Sacred Heart is located at 6250 N. Sheridan Road, right across the street from beautiful Lake Michigan. Our grounds and facilities include a gym, art rooms, music rooms, computer labs, classrooms, kitchens, and assembly areas. The completion of our new multi-million dollar building addition comes just in time for camp! With terrific views of the lake, a rooftop playground, a library, and many multi-purpose rooms, our campers will be able to take advantage of the latest technologies, not to mention some cool A.C! We offer easy drop-off and pick-up. Our friendly staff will be waiting for you with a smile!
CLASS SIZE IS LIMITED... REGISTER NOW to guarantee enrollment in the program.
Sacred Heart Schools admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to the students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs.
DAY CAMPS If your son or daughter is a new student attending Sacred Heart Schools in the fall, the day camps are an excellent opportunity to ease their transition and help them get acquainted with the teachers, students and grounds.
Little Hearts 3-4 yr. olds Monday-Friday $275.00/session Session Session Session Session Session Session
1: 2: 3: 4: 5: 6:
Skyline Scouts 9:00-12:30
June 18-22 June 25-29 July 2-6* holiday, no camp July 4th July 9-13 July 16-20 July 23-27
Little Hearts is a theme-based day camp for campers 3 and 4 years old. Each day all Little Hearts Campers should bring a PEANUT-FREE lunch, drink, and a change of clothes. Campers must be toilet trained. Fees include all materials and camp t-shirt. Week Week Week Week Week Week
1: 2: 3: 4: 5: 6:
Creepy Crawling Wonders Brrr! It’s Cold Outside! Stars and Stripes FOREVER! Beware! Underwater Creatures! Lions and Tigers and Bears! Oh My! Surfin’ USA
DAILY SCHEDULE: 9:00-9:30 9:30-10:00 10:00-10:15 10:15-10:30 10:30-11:00 11:00-11:30 11:30-12:00 12:00-12:30
Large Motor Activities (outside/gym) Art/Craft Project Fun with Snack Time (create and eat snack) Story Time/ Flannel Board Stories Sing Songs/Dance (Large Motor Activity) Centers-puzzles, blocks, games, water play Lunch Large Motor Activity/prepare for dismissal
Entering grades K-2 9:30-3:30 $325.00/session Instructor: Mary Virok Session Session Session Session Session Session
1: 2: 3: 4: 5: 6:
June 18-22 June 25-29 July 2-6* holiday, no camp July 4th July 9-13 July 16-20 July 23-27
Skyline Scouts is a theme-based day camp for campers entering grades K-2. Campers will enjoy a variety of activities including - arts and crafts, drama, cooking, sports, beach play, and story time. Each day all Skyline Scouts Campers should bring a PEANUT-FREE lunch, snack, drink, labeled swimsuit, towel, sunscreen, and comfortable beach shoes. Skyline Scouts will attend one field trip per week! Fees include all materials, field trip fees and a camp t-shirt. THEMES: Week 1: Creepy Crawling Wonders Week 2: Brrr! It’s Cold Outside! Week 3: Stars and Stripes FOREVER! Week 4: Beware! Underwater Creatures! Week 5: Lions and Tigers and Bears! Oh My! Week 6: Surfin’ USA DAILY SCHEDULE: 9:30-9:50 9:50-11:00 11:00-11:30 11:30-12:00 12:00-12:30 12:30-1:00 1:00-2:30 2:30-3:00 3:00-3:15 3:15-3:30
Story Time/Morning Meeting Craft Centers or Cooking Activity Free Choice- for example: drawing, games, blocks, books, sand/water Lunch Recess Change for Beach Beach Fun Change Snack Time Prepare for dismissal
Windy City Explorers
Entering grades 3-5 9:30-3:30 $325.00/session Instructor: Nick Murawski Session 1: June 18-22 Session 2: June 25-29 Session 3: July 2-6* holiday, no camp July 4th Session 4: July 9-13 Session 5: July 16-20 Session 6: July 23-27 Windy City Explorers, get your passports ready! Windy City Explorers is a theme-based day camp for campers entering grades 3-5. Campers will enjoy a variety of activities including - arts and crafts, drama, cooking, sports, research, building, and the beach. Each day all Windy City Explorers should bring a PEANUT-FREE lunch, snack, drink, labeled swimsuit, towel, sunscreen, and comfortable beach shoes. Windy City Explorers will attend one field trip per week! Fees include: all materials, field trip fees, and a camp t-shirt. THEMES: Week 1: North East: “In a New York Minute” Week 2: South East: “Good Ol’ Southern Hospitality” Week 3: Mid-West: “Get Your Kicks on Route 66” Week 4: North West: “Rocky Mountain High” Week 5: South West: “Some Like It Hot” Week 6: Alaska/Hawaii: “Pines and Pineapples”
✰Academic All-Stars✰ Please note: if your camper is enrolled in the Academic or Athletic All-Stars program, they will have the opportunity to attend the field trip for the week they are registered.
Chicago All-Stars
Entering grades K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 (students are separated by grade level) $225.00/session- 9:30-12:30 morning only $325.00/session- 9:30-3:30 Chicago All- Stars and Beach Play Session 1: June 18-22 Session 2: June 25-29 Session 3: July 2-6* holiday, no camp July 4th Session 4: July 9-13 Session 5: July 16-20 Session 6: July 23-27
Be a Chicago ALL-STAR! Whether you want enrichment, a little review, or you just LOVE school, Chicago ALL-STARS is the perfect camp for you! The Chicago ALL-STARS program is designed to be a continuation of our regular grade-level classroom. Campers will follow a similar school-year structure while working in the areas of math, reading, writing, and spelling. This is a great opportunity to keep that brain working and fresh for the start of school as well as getting a “sneak peak” into the workings and routines of the upcoming grade. Campers should bring a healthy PEANUT-FREE snack. If you love Chicago ALL-STARS but wished the day lasted longer, campers may join the Skyline Scouts or Windy City Explorers for a week- long afternoon of beach time fun! Each day those campers staying with us for the beach should bring a PEANUT-FREE lunch, snack, drink, labeled swimsuit, towel, sunscreen, and comfortable beach shoes. A minimum of 5 campers is required.
Math All-Stars
Entering grades 6, 7, 8 (students are separated by grade level) $225.00/session 9:30-12:30 Session Session Session Session Session Session
1: 2: 3: 4: 5: 6:
June 18-22 June 25-29 July 2-6* holiday, no camp July 4th July 9-13 July 16-20 July 23-27
The Math ALL-STARS program is designed to be a continuation of our regular grade-level classroom. Students will follow a similar school-year structure while working in the areas of math, focusing on problem-solving, computation. This is a great opportunity to keep that brain working and fresh for the start of school as well as getting a “sneak peak” into the workings and routines of the upcoming grade. Students should bring a healthy PEANUT-FREE snack. A minimum of 5 campers is required.
Language Arts All-Stars
Entering grades 6, 7, 8 (students are separated by grade level) $225.00/session 9:30-12:30 Session Session Session Session Session Session
1: 2: 3: 4: 5: 6:
June 18-22 June 25-29 July 2-6* holiday, no camp July 4th July 9-13 July 16-20 July 23-27
No Camp July 4th
The Language Arts ALL-STARS program is designed to be a continuation of our regular grade-level classroom. Students will follow a similar school-year structure while focusing on the areas of reading, writing, and vocabulary. This is a great opportunity to keep that brain working and fresh for the start of school as well as getting a “sneak peak” into the workings and routines of the upcoming grade. Students should bring a healthy PEANUT-FREE snack. A minimum of 5 campers is required.
✰Athletic All-Stars✰ Swimming Lessons Entering Grades 1-4 BEGINNER 10:30 - 11:30 Session 2: June 25-29 Session 4: July 9-13 INTERMEDIATE 10:30 - 11:30 Session 5: July 16-20 Session 6: July 23-27 $175.00 per session Instructor: Mark Anderson Campers will learn the basics of water safety and swimming strokes at the Edgewater Athletic and Swim Club across the street. Proper body position, crawl, crawl with breathing, and the backstroke will be covered. There are no requirements for the beginning classes. Campers in the intermediate classes should be able to swim about 15 feet. Campers must bring swimsuit and towel and all campers will meet in the Camp Office before departing.
C.I.T. Counselors in Training
Entering grades 7-9 Session 1: June 18-29 Session 3: July 2-13* (holiday, no camp July 4th) Session 5: July 16-27 (2-week sessions) 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. $225.00/session Instructor: Jill Renn/Cynthia Bartkus Summer at Sacred Heart is seeking, creative, energetic, organized, fun-loving individuals to possibly be a counselor in the future! The C.I.T. program provides students with an opportunity to gain valuable experience in working with children of various ages. Counselors in Training will be supervised by our staff while receiving tips and strategies in working with children and age-appropriate activities. They will also be given the opportunities to teach songs and games and help generate ideas for upcoming lessons. C.I.Ts will need to fill out a Counselor in Training application, have one letter of recommendation, and schedule an interview with Jill Renn at jill. renn@shschicago.org before being admitted to this program. Space is limited and based on a first come first serve basis, if applicants meet all requirements.
The Undernight & Overnight Entering grades K-5 (previous sleepover experience recommended) Friday, July 20-21 Undernight: (K-2) 6:00pm-9:30pm, $50.00 Overnight: (3-5) 6:00pm-9:00am, $75.00 Instructor: Jill Renn Have fun before Summer at Sacred Heart comes to an end! Spend time with old and new friends in an evening to remember! At the Overnight, Campers will be sleeping under the stars on the rooftop playground, weather permitting, having a cook out, and roasting s’mores. Breakfast is provided the next morning and campers should bring a labeled pillow, sleeping bag and pajamas. If you are participating in the Undernight, campers will do all of the above except they will be dismissed at 9:30pm and not spend the night.
Tutoring Session Session Session Session Session Session
1: 2: 3: 4: 5: 6:
June 18-22 June 25-29 July 2-6* holiday, no camp July 4th July 9-13 July 16-20 July 23-27
$65.00/hour
GENERAL TUTORIAL K-8 K-4 5-8
MATH TUTORIAL K-4 5-8
LANGUAGE ARTS TUTORIAL
Extended Care We understand the hectic schedules of our busy families and offer our Extended Care services to meet your needs. HOURS
8:00-9:30 AM 3:30-6:00 PM
FEES
AM EXTENDED DAY 8:00-9:30 AM $50 PM EXTENDED DAY 3:30-6:00 PM $60/Week, PAYABLE IN ADVANCE
NOTE:
Drop-ins accepted only as space permits. $10.00/hour. Fees must be paid each Friday of the program.
Please select Extended Care preferences on the registration sheet
K-4 5-8
The Extended Day Program includes games, activities galore or a place to sit back, relax and enjoy the summer sun. Afternoon snacks provided.
FRENCH TUTORIAL 1-8
LATE FEE: A late fee of $10.00 per 15 minutes will
SPANISH TUTORIAL 1-8 Call Christy Crandall at 773-681-8428 to arrange for tutoring.
be charged for each child not picked up by 6:00 p.m. and will be due on the day lateness occurs. Habitual tardiness will result in the child’s exclusion from the Extended Day program at the Director’s discretion.
Policies Registration deadline April 20th, $50 late fee PAYMENT POLICIES • Upon receipt, a confirmation of your registration will be mailed confirming enrollment. • A $50.00 per week non-refundable CAMP DEPOSIT is required (this will be applied to camp fees). • A $50.00 per week non-refundable COURSE DEPOSIT is required (this will be applied to class fees). • Payments accepted by check to SUMMER AT SACRED HEART, or by Visa or MasterCard. • You will be billed for the balance, which is due 10 days prior to the first day of YOUR SELECTED CAMP/COURSE. • A $5.00 processing fee will be assessed for each schedule changed after receipt of your registration.
CANCELLATIONS • We reserve the right to cancel classes due to insufficient enrollment. • The Director reserves the right to require the withdrawal of any student whose conduct is unsatisfactory or who appears unlikely to benefit from the program. If the director makes this decision, a refund will be given for the remaining portion of the class fees. • We reserve the right to make staffing changes as necessary.
REFUND/ABSENCE POLICIES • A full refund will be given, less the $50.00 deposit, on cancellations received 5 days prior to the first day of the CAMP/COURSE selected. • Cancellations made fewer than 5 days prior to the first day of the program will receive a 50% refund of remaining fees after the $50.00 forfeited deposit. • No refund can be given after the scheduled program/ session begins. • There will be no refunds or make-up days for absences or closing due to weather/power emergencies.
CONFIRMATION POLICY STUDENTS MAY ASSUME THEY ARE ENROLLED IN A DESIGNATED CLASS UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTIFIED.
DISMISSAL POLICY Students will be released only to persons authorized by the parents. If there are any changes, we require a written note specifying the person permitted to pick up your child.
BEHAVIOR POLICY Sacred Heart Schools recognize the development of character as a fundamental goal in education. Discipline at the Schools is rooted in the values inherent in the Goals and Criteria. All students who attend summer camp at Sacred Heart schools are required to abide by all the rules, policies and procedures that are outlined in the current Parent-Student Handbook. The Camp Director and Head of Schools will enforce the discipline policy of the schools as deemed appropriate, including, when necessary, suspension and expulsion from the summer program.
REGISTRATION •RETURN ALL COMPLETED FORMS ALONG WITH FULL PAYMENTS OR DEPOSITS TO:
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SUMMER AT SACRED HEART
6250 N. SHERIDAN ROAD CHICAGO, ILLINOIS 60660-1799
QUESTIONS? FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CALL: 773-681-8428 or EMAIL: christy.crandall@shschicago.org
DAY CAMPS
✰ACADEMIC ALL-STARS✰
Chicago All-Stars
Half Day ❑ Full Day ❑ Entering grades K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
(M-F) 9:00 am- 12:30 pm
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SKYLINE SCOUTS GR: K-2
(M-F) 9:30 am-3:30 pm
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____Session 3*
WINDY CITY EXPLORERS GR: 3-5 ____Session 1
____Session 4
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____Session 5
____Session 3*
T-shirt size:
____Session 6
Please circle (Day Campers only)
child adult
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M M
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Entering Grade__________
Math All-Stars ____Session 6
(M-F) 9:30 am-3:30 pm
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EXTENDED CARE
Check AM or PM or both
Entering grades 6, 7, 8 ____Session 1
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Entering Grade__________
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____Session 3*
____Session 4
____Session 2
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Entering Grade__________
___AM ___PM
INTERMEDIATE ____Session 5
July 16-20 July 23-27
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BEGINNER
___AM ___PM ___AM ___PM
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✰ATHLETIC ALL-STARS✰
July 2-6* holiday July 4th
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Half Day ❑ Full Day ❑
Entering grades 6, 7, 8
Swimming
July 9-13
____Session 3*
Language Arts All-Stars
___AM ___PM ___AM ___PM
____Session 6
Half Day ❑ Full Day ❑
June 18-22 June 25-29
____Session 3*
Entering Grades 1-4
____Session 2 ____Session 4 ____Session 6
OTHER
C.I.T. Counselors in Training Entering grades 7-9 ____Session 1
____Session 3* ____Session 5
The Undernight & Overnight Entering grades K-5
(previous sleepover experience recommended) ____July 20, Undernight
____July 20-21, Overnight
No Camp July 4th
LITTLE HEARTS AGE 3-4
REGISTRATION Last Name_____________________________________________First Name____________________________________ Birthdate________________School Attended 2011-’12________________________Grade in Sept. 2012_______________ Address__________________________________________________________________________________________ Street City Zip Parents______________________________________ ________________________________________________ Mother Father ____________________________________________ ________________________________________________ Place of Employment Place of Employment Mother Home Ph.#_____________Work#_______________Father Home Ph.#_______________Work#_______________ We cannot release a child to anyone without written permission. Please list names of persons, other than a parent, who may pick up your child.
1._____________________________________________ 2._______________________________________________ 3._____________________________________________ 4._______________________________________________
No Camp July 4th
Person to notify in case of emergency (other than parent): Name_______________________________Ph.#_____________ Physician____________________________________________________Phone#_________________________________ Dentist______________________________________________________Phone#________________________________ Health Insurance Program and ID#________________________________Hospital Preferred_______________________ Dental Insurance Co. and ID#___________________________________________________________________________ Allergies/Health Concerns_____________________________________________________________________________ Any Additional Info.__________________________________________________________________________________ Email address:___________________________________________Email address 2:________________________________
I understand in case of emergency, when I am unable to be reached, I, the parent/legal guardian of the registrant, give permission to Sacred Heart Schools to authorize any emergency action necessary to insure the safety of the registrant. I further understand that Sacred Heart Schools will not be held financially responsible or otherwise liable for any emergency care given. I also give permission for the registrant’s name and/or photograph to be used for promotion and publicity purposes. I have read and understand the policies of the program. Parent Signature____________________________________________________________Date______________________
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____Session 4
TUTORING
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____Session 5
❐ GENERAL TUTORIAL K-8
____Session 3* ____Session 6
Entering Grade__________
❐ MATH TUTORIAL
Entering Grade__________
❐ LANGUAGE ARTS TUTORIAL Entering Grade__________
❐ FRENCH TUTORIAL 1-8 Entering Grade__________
❐ SPANISH TUTORIAL 1-8 Entering Grade__________
Call Christy Crandall at 773-681-8428 to arrange tutoring.
METHOD OF PAYMENT ENCLOSED
❐ Check for: Camp/Course Deposit (s) $______________________ ($50.00 per week per Camp/Course) ❐ Check in FULL for: Camp/Course Fees less Deposits $________________ ❐ Charge my: ____Visa ____MasterCard for the above amount Signature for charge ___________________________________________ Acct. No.___________________________________ Expiration______________ Credit Code__________
NEW
Parent/Camper
information meeting JUNE 12th, 7:00 P.M.
AT SACRED HEART SCHOOLS.
Please enter through the main Sheridan Road Entrance.
This is your chance to get acquainted with the camp rules & program if you have not been to our camp before. Please rsvp to Jill Renn at jill.renn@shschicago.org by June 11th if you plan on attending.
6250 N. Sheridan Road • Chicago, IL 60660
Non-Profit Organization U.S. POSTAGE PAID Permit No. 9498 Chicago, Illinois
Make this your child’s BEST summer yet.
Make it Summer at Sacred Heart!