2013 Camp Kroc Guide by Kroc Center Augusta

13 Weeks | 13 Themes

1 FUN Summer! CAMP KROC | 2013 | T HE ADV ENT URE START S HERE!

General Information:

Camp Kroc: Ages 5K-12 | 9:00am-3:00pm | $100 Members or $125 Nonmembers per week Junior Camp: Ages 3-5 | 9:00am-1:00pm | $40 Members or $50 Nonmembers per week Junior Campers must be fully potty trained. A hot lunch is provided for all campers.

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The Amazing Race Passport Please | May 21-24

Grab your ticket and come aboard as we travel across the world this week. cyck213wk1 | cyjc213wk1

The Great Outdoors | May 27-May 31

This week we will be appreciating all that nature has to offer. Join us for a nature hike and other fun outdoor activities.

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;No Themeâ&#x20AC;? Week | June 3-7 Though there is no theme; this week will be filled with fun as campers get to celebrate backward day, favorite team day, tacky day and twin day. cyck213wk3 | cyjc213wk3

Who Dun It? | June 10-14

Campers will become super sleuths as each day they look for clues to solve an exciting mystery. cyck213wk4 | cyjc213wk4

Animals Around Us | June 17-21

Animals are everywhere and this week we will focus on their kingdom as we play games, make crafts and participate in activities revolving around the exciting world of animals. cyck213wk5 | cyjc213wk5

Challenge Week | June 24-28

Each day will bring its own challenges as campers compete against one cyck213wk6 | cyjc213wk6 another to win unique titles.

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Water Works | July 1-5 Come splash around! This week we will play water games, have water wars and enjoy a great time beating the summer heat. cyck213wk7 | cyjc213wk7

Emergency Services | July 8-12

Come meet and learn about the men and women who dedicate themselves to keeping you and your family safe.

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Time Travelers | July 15-19 This week the past, present and future will come alive as campers use their imaginations and explore what once was and venture a guess at what cyck213wk9 | cyjc213wk9 is still to come.

Doing The Most Good | July 22-26

Join us as we venture into The Salvation Army’s curriculum. Activities include putting up a tent, planting seeds, music, crafts, caring for cyck213wk10 | cyjc213wk10 animals and cooking.

Tons of Talent | July 29-August 2

It is time to show off your talent! Join us this week as we share and appreciate each other’s gifts and abilities.

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Outer Space Exploration | August 5-9 Come to the Kroc Center for a cosmic journey as we travel through outer space in search of the unknown. cyck213wk12 | cyjc213wk12

Anything Goes | August 12-16

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It’s our last week of camp and anything goes! Join us for a different theme each day as we take advantage of the final days of summer. cyck213wk13 | cyjc213wk13

Speciality Camps Strings Camp June 24-28 | 9:30am-4:30pm | Ages 7-14 | $125 Members, $150 Nonmembers Designed for students who have already completed 1-4 years of orchestra classes, this camp is for ages 7-14 and will include playing strings in a full group setting, sectionals and theory instruction. Lunch and swimming is also included.

Theater Camp June 10-14 | 1:00-5:00pm | Ages 5K-12 | $100 Members, $125 Nonmembers Campers will learn theater skills such as scene study, voice and movement. Morning camp (9:00am-1:00pm) may be added for $25 and will include lunch. Reserve your spot for $30 (taken off weekly camp cost) by calling 706.364. KROC. For more information, contact Enopion Theatre Company at 706.771.7777 or email carol@enopion.com.

Policies and Procedures Camp Hours: Full day camps will last from 9:00-3:00. Junior Camp will last from 9:00-1:00. Age Policy: Camp Kroc is for children who are 5K-12 years old. Junior Camp is open to children who are 3-5 by September 1, 2012. Daily Option: Campers may attend camp for a single day if there are spots available. The day rate is $25.00 for members and $30.00 for nonmembers. Reservations: Any week of camp can be reserved for a $30.00 fee. This fee is taken off of the final balance owed and is not refundable. Additional Hours: Early drop off will be available as early as 7:00 am and late pick up will last as late as 6:00 pm (for the full day camp only). The cost for early drop off and/or late pick up is $20 per camper per week for nonmembers or $15 per week for members, or a daily fee of $5. A $.50 per minute charge will be added for each minute after 6:00 pm. Drop off/Pick up procedures: Drop off and pick up will occur at the Information Desk located inside the main entrance. Campers must be signed in and out by a designated adult in the presence of Kroc Center camp staff. Campers will only be released to adults who are listed as “authorized to pick-up” and must present their ID upon pick up. Certifications: The Kroc Center is pleased to announce that our camps are American Camp Association accredited. This means that we must reach and maintain high safety, counselor, food and activity standards for all day camps. Counselors: We take pride in hiring camp staff that are the best in the business. Our counselors work hard to ensure that every camper feels special and has a one of a kind experience. All camp counselors are certified in CPR, First Aid, AED and Safe From Harm. We are careful to ensure that there are always at least 2 counselors present with campers and that we do not exceed a 1:10 ratio for full day camp and a 1:6 ratio for Jr. Camp.

Attire: It is recommended that campers come ready to play! Your child will enjoy activities the most if wearing socks and closed toed rubber-soled shoes. For girls, we do not recommend wearing skirts or dresses. Please have your camper wear his or her bathing suit under clothes on days he or she will participate in water activities. On water days, campers should pack a towel and change of clothes. Meals: Both Kroc Camp and Junior Camp will provide a hot lunch to campers. Campers may bring a snack each day. When packing a snack, please keep in mind the food allergies of other children and avoid snacks with peanuts. Campers will be responsible for storing snacks and eating them at the appropriate times. Cancellations: Monetary refunds will not be given unless a camp session is canceled by Kroc Center staff. No prorated rates will be given for partial attendance to include: illness and behavioral issues. Refunds placed on Kroc Center gift cards are not redeemable for cash. Enrollment Forms: Each camper must have certain forms on file to include: program enrollment form, camp waiver, medical release form, authorized pick up form. These forms are to ensure the safety of your child. Please make sure forms are filled out accurately and completely. It is important that you list any special needs that your child may have. These items may include medical or behavioral needs. Lost Items: Lost items are kept for 4 weeks then are donated to The Salvation Army Family Store. We recommend labeling your child’s clothing to assist him/her in not losing these articles. Lost items will be logged at the Welcome Desk and kept in our designated lost and found area. What not to bring to camp: Some items are not welcome at Camp Kroc for the safety of the children as well as to encourage interactions among campers. These items are: electronics, expensive

jewelry, shoes with wheels in the soles, sugary snacks or drinks, drugs or alcohol (of any type), weapons (real or pretend) and money. If our camp counselors see these items they will be taken from the camper and given to the parent at sign-out. Illness Policies: Camp is not designed to handle ill children. If your camper becomes ill while at camp, our staff will contact you to pick him/her up. Staff will treat minor injuries requiring application of a bandage or ice. If further medical attention is required or if we are unsure of the severity injury parents will be notified immediately. Behavior Expectations: The Camp Kroc program strives to offer every child, regardless of ability, the opportunity to participate in recreational activities that are both fun and educational, allowing him or her to learn new skills, foster relationships and build selfconfidence. We take bullying of any kind very seriously. Camp counselors are trained in using positive discipline techniques to create a positive environment that welcomes campers to grow and learn. Behavior Management: We believe preventing negative behavior from happening is the best way to avoid consequences for misbehavior. Camp Kroc uses a rewards system to promote positive behavior. Should disciplinary action become necessary, our camp staff will utilize verbal warnings, time out sessions to think about the problem and sometimes parents may be asked to pick up their child. At this time, camp staff will sit and discuss behavior issues with the guardian. Some acts such as fighting, theft, and possession of weapons and drugs may require a camper to be immediately suspended or expelled from the program.