2012 Kroc Center Summer Day Camp Guide

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KROC 2012 SUMMER

DAY CAMP

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Specialty

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Camp Savings Back Cover

619.287.KROC (5762) | WWW.KROCCENTER.ORG

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CONTACT US General Information 619.269.1460 619.269.1470 619.269.1467 619.269.0272 619.269.1430 619.269.1501 619.269.1540 619.269.1408 619.269.1520 619.269.1430 619.269.1460 619.269.1536 619.269.1498 619.269.1580 619.269.1552 619.269.1424 619.269.1457 619.269.1531 619.269.1424

- Gymnasium Guest Services - Summer Day Camp Office - Day Camp Manager - Day Camp Fax - Scholarships

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SPRING/SUMMER 2012 CLOSURES APRIL 8 JULY 4 MAY 28

Easter (except for Kroc Church) Independence Day Memorial Day

SPRING/SUMMER MODIFIED HOURS APR 6

Good Friday (closed at 4pm)

PUBLISHED BY The Salvation Army Ray & Joan Kroc Corps Community Center

6845 University Ave. San Diego, CA 92115 619.287.5762 WWW.KROCCENTER.ORG

Schedules, Pricing, Programming and Policies subject to change without notice.

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Features 2 WELCOME 2 | Contact Information 2 | Operating Hours & Closures 4 | Letter to Parents

5 MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION/RATES 6 GENERAL CAMP INFORMATION 6 | Registration & Policies 7 | Scholarships 7 | Cancellations

Look What’s New! 10 | NEW SPIRITUAL DISCOVERY CAMPS 11 | NEW CLUB 3:16 DATES 18 | NEW SPORT CAMPS 22 | NEW FIELD TRIPS

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KROC ADVENTURES CAMPS SPIRITUAL DISCOVERY CAMPS CAMPS AT A GLANCE CAMP REGISTRATION FORM SPORTS CAMPS SPECIALTY CAMPS FIELD TRIPS JUNIOR LEADERS WHAT PARENTS ARE SAYING PARENT INFO NIGHT 3


WELCOME

“One of the virtues of being very young is that you don’t let the facts get in the way of your imagination.” Sam Levenson

Dear Friends:

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THE SALVATION ARMY MISSION STATEMENT The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination. Nearly 33 million Americans receive assistance from The Salvation Army each year through a wide array of social services that range from providing food for the hungry, relief for disaster victims, assistance for the disabled, outreach to the elderly and ill, clothing and shelter to the homeless and opportunities for underprivileged children. About 83 cents of every dollar raised is used to support those services in nearly 9,000 communities nationwide. For more information, go to www.salvationarmyusa.org.

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ARE YOU A MEMBER YET? Become a member of the only community center in San Diego with three swimming pools, a gym, fitness center, rockwall, ice arena, education center, theatre, recreation field, hundreds of programs for people of all ages, and a mission to serve others!

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MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS

To sign up for membership, call us at 619.269.1460 or visit our Gymnasium Guest Services Associates!

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GENERAL VALUE

UNLIMITED Public Session access to Aquatics Center, Gymnasium, Fitness Center*, Recreation Field, Skate park, Computer Lab and Library (w/ book checkout privileges) Discounts on other Kroc Center Programming & Guest passes FREE Fitness Fundamentals Orientation * FREE Ice Skate Rental (Admission Fee Still Applies) FREE Access to ALL Fitness Center Group Exercise Classes* FREE On-site Childcare (2 hr max/day) FREE Rock Climbing FREE Introductory Classes ** Priority Registration to RJ’s Preschool Academy Priority Group Exercise check-in (up to 1 hour early) * Must be 16 years or older to access the Fitness Center. 14 and 15 year olds who have successfully completed the Teen Orientation Program will also be allowed access (dependent on adherence to Fitness Center Rules).

MEMBERSHIP RATES

** GENERAL Family & GENERAL Single Parent Family Members Only.

MEMBERSHIP TYPE

GENERAL

VALUE

Pay as you go

Annual

Pay as you go**

Annual

$35/month

$420

$26/month

$312

$71/month

$852

$56/month

$672

$55/month

$660

$44/month

$528

Senior (62 +)

$30/month

$360

$18/month

$216

Teen (14 - 17)

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Adult (18 - 61) Family

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Single Parent Family

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A one-time registration fee of $99 is required with each membership type excluding Youth & Teen membership. Membership rates and details are subject to change. All rates include sales tax. * See Family definition in Membership policies. Dependent adults ages 18-23 can be included In Family Memberships subject to verification of dependent status via current Federal Tax Return. PRICES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. ** Pay as You Go memberships are only available as a monthly pre-authorized Electronic Funds Transfer (bank account or credit card debit) and require payment of the Registration Fee and one month’s dues in advance.

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ALL THINGS CAMP

REGULAR CAMP Monday - Friday: 8:00am - 4:00pm (7:45 - 8:30 am drop-off; 3:30 - 4:00 pm pick-up EXTENDED CARE Additional $20 per week, per camper. Drop-off as early as 6:30 a.m. and pick-up as late as 6:00 p.m. LATE PICK-UP A $1 per minute late fee is charged for each minute a child remains at camp past 6:00 p.m. (4:00 p.m. if camper is not enrolled in Extended Care). Please allow plenty of time in anticipation of traffic or volume of parents at the Day Camp sign-out table. If the child is not picked up by 7:00 p.m. (5:00 p.m. if camper is not enrolled in Extended Care), and staff are unable to reach the parents, Child Protective Services will be contacted.

Financial Assistance & Scholarship Program Individuals, families, and seniors who cannot afford Kroc Center membership or fees for youth camps and/or group classes can apply for a discount. Applicants for services will meet with FRC Associates for a comprehensive assessment to build upon strengths and assets and assist with meeting identified areas of need. Eligibility for this program is based on income level and address verification within the Kroc Center’s service area. Applications are available at any Guest Service Desk, in the Family Resource Center, and at www.kroccenter.org. Applications should be submitted at least four weeks prior to the start of the program requested. Additional information can be obtained by calling 619.269.1430 or e-mailing sdkroc.frc@usw.salvationarmy.org SUMMER CAMP SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINES:

Weeks 1 - 4: Thursday, May 17th Weeks 5 - 8: Thursday, June 14th Weeks 9 - 11: Thursday, July 12th

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DROP-OFF & PICK-UP PROCEDURES Drop-off and pick-up occur at the Recreation Field entrance between 7:45 and 8:30 a.m. Extended Care drop-off occurs in the Gymnasium Game Room from 6:30 - 7:45 a.m. Pick-up for all campers occurs at the Recreation Field entrance after 3:30 p.m Parents arriving after 9:00 a.m. for drop-off or prior to 3:30 p.m. for pick-up will report to the Day Camp Office to sign their child in or out and will be instructed where to go to meet their camper’s group. Please leave enough time, as pick-up may occur in the middle of an activity on the other end of campus. Campers must be signed in and out of camp each day by an authorized adult in the presence of Kroc Center staff. Parents and authorized adults must present current photo I.D. when signing their camper(s) out. Children will be released only to those listed on the Camp Waiver form. Valid forms of ID include: California State I.D., Driver’s License, Military I.D., and Passport. All changes to the list of adults authorized to sign out a child must be completed on the Change of Authorization form by the parent who enrolled the child in camp. Please be prepared to show identification when making changes. Children must be 11 years or older to sign themselves out of camp. Parents wishing to give their children permission to do so may write the child’s name on the waiver in the space provided for authorized adults.

REGISTRATION POLICIES & PROCEDURES DEPOSITS A $25 non-refundable deposit per camp is required to reserve a space. A $10 non-refundable deposit is required for each field trip and/or Sylvan Learning class registration. Deposits are not transferrable between weeks. FEES Payment in full is due one week prior to the start of each camp or field trip, or registration and deposit are forfeited. Parents may reinstate enrollment (pending space availability) with a $10 late payment fee. Payment may be made by debit card, credit card or cash. Checks are not accepted for payment.


ALL THINGS CAMP

LATE REGISTRATION A $10 late fee is applied to all registrations and balances paid less than one week prior to the session’s start date.

in that camp. Children must be at least 4 years old to enroll in a PeeWee Camp. Children with special needs will be enrolled in age-appropriate camps. For more information on Inclusion, see page 8.

MEMBERSHIP DISCOUNT To receive Day Camp membership rates, membership must be current for the camper, at the time of registration and remain current through enrolled weeks of camp. Membership information is available at the Gymnasium Guest Service Desk or online at www.kroccenter.org/members.

ENROLLMENT FORM Enrollment forms must be complete in order to be accepted. For Kroc Adventures camp offerings, please indicate the age group in which the child seeks to enroll (for instance, a seven-year-old can be in KA 6-7 or KA 7-8). Fill in every space on both sides of the form, marking “N/A” in those spaces that do not apply.

SUMMER CAMP SIGN-UP SPECTACULAR: EARLY REGISTRATION DISCOUNT Friday, March 23 - Saturday, March 24 Register and pay in full for Summer Day Camp and receive 10% off each camp enrollment (excludes field trips, Sylvan Learning classes and extended care sessions). Discount is not transferrable between weeks. Registrations must be received during regular Gymnasium business hours to receive discount. THURSDAY FIELD TRIPS See pages 22 & 23 for a list of Field Trips. Campers enrolled in any camp offering can for a small fee, supercharge their camp experience and have opportunities to explore San Diego with their new camp friends. Registration and balances are due one week prior to each field trip. TRANSFER REQUESTS Complete the Change of Enrollment form for all Day Camp session transfers. Transfer requests are not guaranteed. Requests must be made one week prior to each camp. A $10 fee is applied to all transfers that occur less than one week prior to the start of the camp. Balances resulting from a transfer must be paid one week prior to the start of the camp.

ENROLLMENT FORMS, INFORMATION & POLICY ASSUMPTION OF RISK & LIABILITY WAIVER AND HEALTH HISTORY FORM A current form must be completed and on file with the Day Camp Office prior to a child’s first day of camp. CAMPER AGE POLICY Campers must be the age indicated in the Day Camp description by September 1, 2012 in order to enroll

HEALTH REQUIREMENTS According to ACA Accreditation Standards and California State Law, parents are required to provide health insurance policy information for each child, verification that immunizations are current, and the date of the last tetanus shot. To ensure health and safety, parents are required to submit an updated form each camp season. A signature is required for parents who do not immunize due to personal beliefs. PARENT GUIDE TO CAMPER SUCCESS The Parent Guide to Camper Success provides information on camp policies & procedures. Parents are responsible for reading the Parent Guide and for reviewing camp policies with their child. Topics include signing in and out, behavior management, staffing, program contact information, and what to expect at camp. Parents may receive advance copies of the guide during registration at the Gymnasium Guest Service Desk or on the first day of camp. The Parent Guide can also be downloaded from www.kroccenter.org/day-camp/. We encourage questions and requests for further information; please call 619.269.1460.

REFUND POLICY & CANCELLATIONS No cash or credit card refunds are issued unless a Day Camp session is cancelled by the Kroc Center. Cancellation credits are no longer stored as in-house credits. Rather, cancellation credits will be issued via a Kroc Center Gift Card and distributed directly to the participant.

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ALL THINGS CAMP

Cancellation at least one week prior to the start of the camp session: full credit on a Kroc Center Gift Card toward Kroc Center programs minus the $25 non-refundable deposit fee ($10 for a field trip or Sylvan Learning class registration). NEW Cancellation less than one week prior to the start of the camp session: full credit on a Kroc Center Gift Card toward Kroc Center programs minus 50% of the paid amount. Please note that this is a new policy, one in which we hope will allow for the maximum amount of available registration spots to be available for all of our participants. Credit applications are available at any venue Guest Service Desk and the Day Camp office. All credit applications must be submitted within one week of desired cancellation.

GENERAL INFORMATION

AMERICAN CAMP ASSOCIATION (ACA) ACCREDITATION We are extremely proud to be an ACA Accredited Camp. This means that children are spending their summer in a safe and fun environment, supervised by well-qualified counselors. We have undergone a thorough review of operations, staffing, programming and safety. The ACA is the recognized leader in organized camps. For more information about the ACA and what accreditation means to parents and the community, please visit www.acacamps.org. DAY CAMP STAFF Our staff is as diverse as our campers. The majority of our staff members are recruited from local colleges and universities. Most importantly, our staff is made up of people who love kids. They want to spend their time playing, teaching, and working with children. All Kroc Center Day Camp staff members are certified in basic First Aid & CPR and receive extensive training prior to the start of camp. You can be sure that we are hiring the best of the best to work with your children.

INCLUSION The Kroc Center is committed to the inclusion of all children in our Day Camp Program. Parents of children with special needs should contact the Day Camp Manager at least two weeks prior to the desired session’s start date to determine whether the Kroc Center can provide appropriate accommodations and which camp(s) are best suited for him or her. Inclusion intake forms are available upon request or as a download on www.kroccenter.org/day-camp. LUNCH PROGRAM Lunch and a morning/afternoon snack are provided to each camper free of cost! If a camper is a picky eater, has allergies or has dietary restrictions, we encourage parents to pack a lunch from home. Choosing not to use this benefit will not reduce the price of camp. Meals are prepared hot on the premises each day and provide one third of the USDA daily recommended nutrition. At least one vegetarian option is available each day. MEDICAL NEEDS Please include all pertinent medical information on the Camp Registration Form, including prescription and non-prescription medications and allergies. If your child needs medications administered during the camp day, a Medical Information Form must be completed. Medication(s) must be in their original prescription container with the child’s name printed on the label, and placed in a plastic bag. Prescription medications are secured by our staff in the Day Camp office. Parents can download the Medical Information Form from www.kroccenter.org/day-camp/ or request a copy from the Day Camp Manager. Parents may sign the bottom of the Medical Information Form to authorize campers to carry and administer his/her medications needed for life-threatening conditions such as an epinephrine injector (Epi-Pen) and asthma inhalers. Prior approval is needed for other medications to be carried by campers. Kroc Center staff will not dispense non-prescription medications without written parental consent.

STAFF-TO-CAMPER RATIO Kroc Center Day Camp ensures sufficient staff-to-camper ratios as recommended by the American Camp Association and will not exceed 1:10. A minimum of two staff are always present, regardless of the number of campers.

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TRADITIONAL CAMPS

TRADITIONAL CAMPS

KROC ADVENTURES

These camps offer a multi-venue experience with different structured activities every day. Choose from appropriate age groups and add to your camper’s experience with our optional weekly field trip options (additional fee) as detailed on pages 22 & 23. KROC ADVENTURES Ages 6 - 7 • Ages 7 - 8 • Ages 8 - 9 Ages 10 - 11 • Ages 12 - 14 Kroc Adventures explores the unique Kroc Center campus and offers a variety of age-appropriate activities. Daily activities may include: swimming, traditional sports, arts & crafts, rock climbing, skateboarding and ice skating. Fee: $150 / Members $175 / Guests Offered: Weeks 1 - 11 Please indicate the age Kroc Adventures (KA) camp in which child will enroll (for instance, a seven-yearold can be in KA 6-7 or KA 7-8). Due to the Week 3 Independence Day holiday, camp will not be in session on Wednesday, July 4th. Enrollment fees for Week 3 will accordingly reflect $115 for members and $140 for guests.

PEEWEE CAMP Ages 4 - 5 PeeWee Camp is the perfect fit for children ready to take the next step. PeeWee Camp focuses on sharpening motor skills, improving group interactions and provides an introduction to athletics and arts & crafts. Campers will interact with the world around them, participating in hands-on gardening lessons in our own vegetable and flower garden. Each day offers a different taste of the activities available at the Kroc Center as well as the chance to unwind with some quiet time; campers are welcome to bring a comfort object or blanket (no valuables, please). PeeWee campers must be potty trained. Fee: $150 / Members $175 / Guests Offered: Weeks: 1 - 11 NOTE: PeeWee campers have the opportunity to swim at least once during each week. The only floatation devices permitted are one-piece suits with floatation sewn directly into the suit. Parents may not attend camp with PeeWees.

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SPIRITUAL DISCOVERY

SPIRITUAL DISCOVERY The mission of The Salvation Army is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination. Accordingly, this summer, the Kroc Center Day Camp will offer its campers the opportunity to discover and explore God’s Word through five different Spiritual Discovery Camps. Campers enrolled in a Spiritual Discovery Camp will spend approximately two total hours each day in chapel and in age appropriate small group “huddle” settings, examining exciting lessons from the Bible. The remainder of the day will be spent exploring other activities at the Kroc Center, which may include: ice skating, skateboarding, field games, arts & crafts, swimming, and rock climbing.

BIBLES WILL BE PROVIDED FOR EACH CAMPER WHO ENROLLS IN A SPIRITUAL DISCOVERY CAMP.

GOING GREEN FOR GOD Ages 6 - 14 Going Green for God is an environmentally-focused camp that will inspire campers to grow in their faith, have fun, and change the world as they practice proper stewardship over creation. Echoing God’s call to care for creation, this camp will teach campers how to “go green” and start planting their own literal and figurative gardens in their homes and communities. Fee: $130 / Members $155 / Guests Offered: Week 7 (July 30 - August 3) 10

BUILDING LEADERS FOR GOD Ages 6 - 14 Campers will examine examples of Christian leadership in the Bible. Through exploring these accounts, campers will learn what Godly Christian leadership truly looks like. Practical application in regards to how campers can display Christian leadership in their schools, homes, and their communities will be a focus of study throughout the week. Fee: $130 / Members $155 / Guests Offered: Week 4 (July 9 - 13) THE ARMOR OF GOD Ages 6 - 14 Each day, campers will examine a different piece of armor that God promises to provide for His soldiers. By the end of the week, campers will understand the critical Importance of prayer and that only soldiers in God’s army can have access to His armor. Fee: $99 / Members $124 / Guests Offered: Week 3 (July 2&3 - 5&6) NOTE: Due to the Week 3, Independence Day holiday, camp will not be in session on Wednesday, July 4th.

THE CHRISTIAN ATHLETE Ages 6 - 14 Each sport has its own unique set of rules to govern its competition. Did you know that God has given us his own set of “rules” to direct how we are to live our lives on the court, field, and ice? During this offering, campers will learn about God’s expectations for how we are to live our lives. Lessons will be supplemented by extensive athletic competition through a variety of sporting activities. Fee: $130 / Members $155 / Guests Offered: Week 6 (July 23 - 27) TOUGH TIMES, TOUGH PEOPLE Ages 6 - 14 When times are tough, it takes tough people to trust and obey God. During each day of camp, participants will investigate an account from the Bible that focuses on a difficult situation. Through examining these accounts, campers will learn the importance of leaning on God when times are tough. Fee: $130 / Members $155 / Guests Offered: Week 8 (August 6 - 10)


ALL THINGS CAMP

CLUB 3:16 - NOW ON TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS!

Club 3:16 is one of our most popular programs. Each Tuesday and Thursday from 3:30 - 4:15pm all campers are given the opportunity to learn more about the Christian faith by partaking in exciting Bible lessons, crafts, and/or praise and worship songs. Enrollment in this program is free of cost and is staffed in conjunction with pastors from the Salvation Army’s Kroc Church.

WEEKLY CAMP THEME THURSDAYS

IN THE THEATRE

FANTASTIC FRIDAYS AT CAMP

CLUB3:16

FREE

Weekly themes are reflected during Morning Rally and throughout daily activities. We encourage children to get into the spirit of camp on Fridays by wearing a costume. Costumes should be ageappropriate, non-restrictive and allow for full participation in typical camp activities.

What better way to beat the heat, than to enjoy a few relaxing hours in a full-size movie theatre? Most Thursday afternoons, campers will be able to watch a movie in our Joan B. Kroc Theatre. Movies are selected based on appropriateness for the general camper population (G or PG), as well as the weekly theme. A complete list of movies is available at the Day Camp Office after the start of the camp season.

Fridays offer campers new opportunities and exciting activities that may include participating in performances or supporting their fellow campers from Specialty Camps. On Friday afternoons, campers come together on the Recreation Field for a themerelated “All-Camp” activity. Activities and contests are planned collaboratively by the Day Camp Staff and are designed to be all-inclusive. Don’t be surprised to see our Day Camp mascot, RJ Kroc, handing out awards to our “Campers of the Week!” 11


SUMMER DAY CAMP 2012

WEEK 1

WEEK 2

WEEK 3

WEEK 4

WEEK 5

June 18 - 22

June 25 - 29

July 2 - 6

July 9 - 13

July 16 - 20

Back in the Day

Surfing USA

Red, White, and Blue

Superhero

Viva San Diego

Julian Outdoors Excursion

Belmont Park/Beach Trip

Horseback Riding

Comic-Con

Padres Game

Pee Wee 4-5

Pee Wee 4-5

Pee Wee 4-5

Pee Wee 4-5

Pee Wee 4-5

Kroc Adventures 6-7

Kroc Adventures 6-7

Kroc Adventures 6-7

Kroc Adventures 6-7

Kroc Adventures 6-7

Kroc Adventures 7-8

Kroc Adventures 7-8

Kroc Adventures 7-8

Kroc Adventures 7-8

Kroc Adventures 7-8

Kroc Adventures 8-9

Kroc Adventures 8-9

Kroc Adventures 8-9

Kroc Adventures 8-9

Kroc Adventures 8-9

Kroc Adventures 10-11

Kroc Adventures 10-11

Kroc Adventures 10-11

Kroc Adventures 10-11

Kroc Adventures 10-11

Kroc Adventures 12-14

Kroc Adventures 12-14

Kroc Adventures 12-14

Kroc Adventures 12-14

Kroc Adventures 12-14

Swim 6-14

Swim 6-14

Swim 6-14

Swim 6-14

Swim 6-14

Exotic Animals 6-12

Intro to Basketball 5-8

Kroc Rock 6-12

Basketball 8-14

Skateboard 8-14

Football 8-14

Soccer 7-14

Building Leaders for God 6-14

Vollyball 8-14

Top Cook 8-14

The Armor of God 6-14

Rockets & Flight 6-12

Ceramics 8-14

Rock Band 6-12

Dance Camp 8-14

Jr. Leaders Training 15-17

* NO CAMP 7/4

Drama Camp: School House Rock Live Jr. 8-14 Jr. Leaders Training 15-17


CAMP REGISTRATION

(FREE)

($35/$50)

FIELD TRIP

¢ YES

CLUB 3:16

¢ YES

¢ YES

($20)

DATE

¢ YES

¢ YES

EXT. CARE

WEEK JUN 18 - 22

¢ YES

CAMP

1 JUN 25 - 29

(FOR KROC ADVENTURES: LIST AGE GROUP)

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SYLVAN

6

5

4

JUL 30 - AUG 3

JUL 23 - 27

JUL 16 - 20

JUL 9 - 13

¢ YES

¢ YES

¢ YES

¢ YES

¢ YES

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¢ YES

¢ YES

¢ YES

¢ YES

¢ YES

¢ YES

¢ YES

¢ YES

¢ YES

¢ YES

¢ YES

¢ YES

¢ YES

¢ YES

¢ YES

¢ CRITICAL READING

¢ MATH MAGIC

¢ ROCKIN’ READERS

($60/ $55)

7 AUG 6 - 10

¢ YES

¢ YES

¢ YES

JUL 2 - 6

8 AUG 13 - 17

¢ YES

¢ YES

*NO CAMP 7/4

9 AUG 20 - 24

¢ YES

3

10 AUG 27 - 31

¢ INSECT STINGS

¢ EPILEPSY

¢ CARRIES EPI-PEN

¢ BEHAVIORAL CHALLENGES

NAME & PURPOSE OF MEDICATION (Complete “Med. Info Form” for meds administered at camp)

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HEALTH HISTORY FORM The information provided below will assist our staff in providing the best care for your child.

¢ DIABETES

CHECK IF APPLICABLE OR ALLERGIC: ¢ PENICILLIN


¢ YOUTH MEDIUM

¢ ADULT MEDIUM

¢ YOUTH SMALL

¢ ADULT SMALL

T-SHIRT SIZE

ZIP

¢ ADULT XLARGE

¢ YOUTH XLARGE

GRADE IN FALL

AGE IN SUMMER

We require at least three emergency contacts/adults authorized for pick-up other than the parents/guardians listed above.

EMERGENCY CONTACT & PICK-UP AUTHORIZATION

EMAIL

CITY

STATE

CELL PHONE (B)

CELL PHONE (A)

ADDRESS

WORK PHONE

¢ ADULT LARGE

¢ YOUTH LARGE

¢ MY CHILD IS NOT WATER SAFE

¢ MALE ¢ FEMALE

PRIMARY PHONE

NAME(S)

PARENT(S) INFORMATION

¢ MY CHILD IS WATER SAFE

WATER SAFE

CAMPER LIVES WITH (CUSTODIAL PARENT)

CAMPER’S SCHOOL

BIRTHDATE

NAME (FIRST, LAST)

Please fill our one registration form per child.

CAMPER INFORMATION

Summer Day Camp Registration

MY CHILD HAS A : ¢ YOUTH MEMBERSHIP

¢ FAMILY MEMBERSHIP

A child must either have a youth membership or be listed as a member on his/her parents family membership in order to recieve member discounts on camp fees; membership must be current at time of registration and when camp session takes place.

MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION

DATE: __________________________________________

SIGNATURE: ____________________________________

EXP. DATE: ______________________________________

CARD #: _______________________________________

¢AM EXP

¢ FULL BALANCE CARD TYPE: ¢ VISA ¢ MASTERCARD ¢ DISCOVER ¢ OTHER

¢ NON-REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT ONLY

Reserving Weeks of Camp: A $25 non-refundable deposit reserves a week; $10 non-refundable deposit reserves a field trip or Sylvan Learning session. Balance of fees are due one week prior to the session or you will forfeit the registration and deposit. Enrollment may be re-instated based on space availability. A $10 late fee is charged on all registrations and balances paid less than one week prior to the session’s start. Space is limited; registrations will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Deposits may not be transferred to future sessions. No refunds are given unless the program is cancelled by the Kroc Center. Please refer to current Kroc Center Program Guide for complete refund and cancellation policies.

PAYMENT INFORMATION


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2. HOW DID YOU HEAR ABOUT KROC DAY CAMP? ¢ FAMILY/FRIEND ¢ AT THE KROC ¢ KROCCENTER.ORG ¢ UNION TRIBUNE ¢ SCHOOL ¢ MAILING/CAMP GUIDE ¢ INTERNET ¢ TV ¢ SAN DIEGO FAMILY MAGAZINE ¢ OTHER _____________________________________

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

MEMBER #_______________________________

DATE

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In a condition of the participation of my child in The Salvation Army’s Day Camp program at the Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center, I agree, on behalf of myself and my child, to make no claims or file any lawsuits against The Salvation Army or any of its agents or employees or volunteers for any loss or damage to my child’s personal property or for any injury to my child. To the maximum extent permitted by law, this liability waiver will apply regardless of whether the injury or damage was caused by the negligent act or omission of The Salvation Army or anyone acting on its behalf. I further agree to defend, indemnify and hold harmless The Salvation Army its agents, employees and volunteers against liability for any claims, lawsuit, losses, damages or expenses arising out of any personal injury or property damage caused by my child in connection with his participation in Day Camp.

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Christmas in July

Jungle Safari

Kroc Olympics

RJ’s Tropical Paradise

Costume Party

When I Grow Up

Balboa Museums

San Diego Zoo Safari Park

Mission Bay Kayak

Birch Aquarium/ Beach Trip

Knott’s Soak City

Legoland

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Intro To Ice 6-9/ 10-14

Skateboard 8-14

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Kroc Fit 8-14

Skateboard 8-14

The Christian Athlete 6-14

Intro to Soccer 5-8

Dodgeball 8-14

Basketball 8-14

Urban Rhythms 8-14

Going “Green” for God 6-14

Tough Times, Tough People 6-14

Top Cook: Dessert Edition 8-14

Comic Book Art 8-14

Artistic Creations 8-14

Runway Project 6-14

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SPORTS CAMP

DODGEBALL Ages 8 - 14 Without question, the most popular activity at camp each and every summer is dodgeball! This summer, campers will be given the opportunity to explore the various styles of dodgeball games, while working on skill-specific drills that will focus on agility training and throwing mechanics. Lightweight foam balls will be used in all drills and games. Fee: $170 / Members $195 / Guests Offered: Week 8 (August 6 - 10)

SPORTS Campers enrolled in Sports Camps will spend up to three hours per day focusing on skills, practice and play of the particular sport. The remainder of the day will be spent exploring other activities at the Kroc Center, which may include: field games, arts & crafts, swimming, skateboarding, and rock climbing.

BASKETBALL - INTRODUCTION Ages 5 - 8 An introduction for aspiring basketball stars. Strengthen basketball skills & make new friends in a positive environment. Work on jump shots, lay-ups, ball-handling skills, and participate in scrimmages. Parents are welcome to join us for a final game on Friday. Fee: $170 / Members $195 / Guests Offered: Week 2 (June 25 - 29) BASKETBALL Ages 8 - 14 Take your game to the next level! Receive coaching on ball-handling, lay-ups, jump shots, and offensive & defensive skills, all with an emphasis on sportsmanship and teamwork. Parents are welcome to join us for a final game on Friday. Fee: $170 / Members $195 / Guests Offered: Week 4 (July 9 - 13) Week 9 (August 13 - 17) 18

FOOTBALL Ages 8 - 14 A non-contact football camp designed to develop skills for all levels of play. Fundamentals of all positions on offense, defense and special teams will be taught in addition to life skills such as teamwork, communication, sportsmanship and the importance of education. Parents are welcome to join us for a final game on Friday. Fee: $170 / Members $195 / Guests Offered: Week 2 (June 25 - 29) ICE SKATING Ages 6 - 9 & 10 - 14 Discover a world on ice. Campers receive a 30-minute group lesson and participate in an additional two hours of public skating each day. Discover basic techniques such as: foot glides, two-foot turns, forward crossovers, T-stops, lunges and more. Dress warmly, gloves or mittens are essential. Fee: $170/ Members $195/ Guests Offered: Week 6 (July 23 - 27) Week 8 (August 6 - 10) KROC FIT KIDS CAMP Ages 8 - 14 Led by Kroc Center Fitness Manager, Kathryn Korn, campers will have the opportunity to receive fun and exciting professional training in the areas of fitness and nutrition. Campers will spend each day working on a different area of study such as cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength, flexibility, outdoor fitness, and gymnasium training. Athletic apparel and running shoes will be essential. Fee: $170 / Members $195 / Guests Offered: Week 9 (August 13 - 17)


SPORTS CAMP

KROC ROCK Ages 6 - 12 Perfect for junior thrill seekers! Rock climbing builds strength, flexibility, agility, confidence and selfesteem. Learn basic climbing techniques such as the smear, the side pull and body positioning for a better climb. Rock climbing safety equipment protocol will also be covered during this “high adventure” camp. All necessary gear is provided. Fee: $131 / Members $156 / Guests Offered: Week 3 (July 2&3 - 5&6)

SOCCER Ages 7 - 14 Fine-tune footwork and craft that corner kick. Focus on the fundamentals of the world’s most popular sport, with coaching and instruction on rules, ballhandling, offensive & defensive plays, and strategy. Scrimmages will be fun, with an emphasis on teamwork and sportsmanship. Parents are welcome to join us for a final match on Friday. Fee: $131 / Members $156 / Guests Offered: Week 3 (July 2&3 - 5&6)

NOTE: Due to the Week 3, Independence Day holiday, camp will not be in session on Wednesday, July 4th.

NOTE: Due to the Week 3, Independence Day holiday, camp will not be in session on Wednesday, July 4th.

SKATEBOARDING Ages 8 - 14 Drop into San Diego’s only indoor skateboard park for a week of skateboard instruction and practice. Learn the basics of personal safety, balance & control of the board, and maneuvering on the ramps in a relaxed and safe environment. Campers will be divided into groups based on age and experience. After demonstrating competency in basic skills, campers will receive coaching on more advanced ground tricks and ramp work. All required safety equipment is provided. Parents are welcome to join us for a skills demonstration on Friday. Fee: $170 / Members $195 / Guests Offered: Week 5 (July 16 - 20) Week 7 (July 30 - August 3) Week 10 (August 20 - 24)

SWIM Ages 6 - 14 Learn water safety and swimming skills. Receive a 30-minute daily lesson from an American Red Cross certified instructor, plus additional recreation swim time to practice and have fun. Build skills in general water safety, water adjustment, breath control, kicking, floating, gliding, and paddling. Children must be comfortable swimming independently from a parent, in a group setting. All skill levels welcome. Fees: $170 / Members $195 / Guests Offered: Weeks 1 - 10

SOCCER - INTRODUCTION Ages 5 - 8 Prepare for the upcoming season! Designed for youth with limited experience in the game of soccer. Learn the fundamentals of the world’s most popular sport, including rules, ball-handling skills, and strategy. Scrimmages will be fun, with an emphasis on teamwork and sportsmanship. Parents are welcome to join us for a final match on Friday. Fee: $170 / Members $195 / Guests Offered: Week 7 (July 30 - August 3)

VOLLEYBALL Ages 8 - 14 Bump, pass and spike! Campers are introduced to the fundamentals of the game with an emphasis on sportsmanship and teamwork. Each session is devoted to specific skills, including: bumping, passing, setting, serving, and live scrimmage play. All levels of players are welcome. Parents are invited to join us on Thursday for a final match. Fee: $170 / Members $195 / Guests Offered: Week 5 (July 16 - 20)

NOTE: Due to the Week 3, Independence Day holiday, camp will not be in session on Wednesday, July 4th. Enrollment fees for Week 3 will accordingly reflect $131 for members and $156 for guests.

Many Sports Camps have Friday games or performances for family and friends. Game and performance times will be noted on the weekly schedule and will take approximately 30 minutes. Parents planning to take their child home directly following the event, must sign him or her out at the Day Camp office prior to the event.

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SPECIALTY CAMP

COMIC BOOK ART Ages 8 - 14 Turn storybook imagination into dynamic art! Receive an introduction to facial expression and proportion through positive learning tools. Learn gradation into color, pen and ink, and basic perspective methods. Taught by Billy Martinez, a 18-year professional artist. Designed for artists of all abilities. Fee: $190 / Members $215 / Guests Offered: Week 6 (July 23 - 27)

SPECIALTY Campers enrolled in Specialty Camps will spend three to five hours per day exploring the lessons and activities of their specialty. The remainder of the day will be spent exploring other activities at the Kroc Center, which may include: field games, swimming, rock climbing, computers, and library exploration.

DANCE CAMP Ages 8 - 14 This new exciting camp is perfect for beginner and intermediate level dancers. The primary focus of the offering will be in assisting dancers in developing technique, rhythm and basic dance skills by exploring the arts of Ballet, Jazz, Contemporary dance, Leaps & Turns, and Choreography. Please join us for a special presentation for friends and family on Friday. Fee: $147/ Members $172 / Guests Offered: Week 3 (July 2&3 - 5&6) NOTE: Due to the Week 3, Independence Day holiday, camp will not be in session on Wednesday, July 4th.

ARTISTIC CREATIONS Ages 8 - 14 Curriculum is designed to have campers experience a new way to express their creativity through projects that cultivate imaginative design. Campers will have the opportunity to make 3D sculptural letters, useable bird feeders, and many more artistic creations. Fee: $190/ Members $215/ Guests Offered: Week 7 (July 30 - August 3) CERAMICS Ages 8 - 14 Come and play with clay! Campers will be creative with their hands by molding clay into ceramic pieces to take home. Learn skills & techniques, make functional & beautiful objects, and explore the history & background of the techniques, uses, and firing methods used to create ceramics in other cultures. Fee: $190 / Members $215 / Guests Offered: Week 5 (July 16 - 20) 20

EXOTIC ANIMALS Ages 6 - 12 Do you love reptiles, bugs, or bullfrogs? Maybe you’re afraid but still think they’re cool! If so, then this is the camp for you! Each day, campers will be introduced to a new animal. Campers will learn how to care, handle, feed, and create a proper habitat for them. Each camper will even be able to take a special friend home at the end of the week! Campers will also get to experience a free one-day field trip to the San Diego Zoo. Fee: $190 / Members $215 / Guests Offered: Week 1 (June 18 - 22) ROCK BAND Ages 6 - 12 Instruments provided. Guitars, drums, keyboard, and vocals, campers will learn them all and how to put them together to create a jammin’ sound. Fee: $190 / Members $215 / Guests Offered: Week 2 (June 25 - 29)


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ROCKETS & FLIGHT Ages 6 - 12 If it flies and launches, campers will design and create it. Rockets, planes, hot air balloons, and helicopters. The bigger the field, the bigger the engine…the higher the rocket will soar! Fee: $190 / Members $215 / Guests Offered: Week 4 (July 9 - 13) RUNWAY PROJECT Ages 6 - 14 Designers ready! Scissors up! Fashion Week is about to begin. Put designing skills to the test preparing for a major fashion event. Compete in design challenges and create outfits for the Kroc runway show. Move over Calvin Klein, there’s a new set of designers in town. Parents are welcome to join us for a fashion show on Friday. Fee: $190 / Members $215 / Guests Offered: Week 8 (August 6 - 10) SCHOOL HOUSE ROCK LIVE! JR. KROC KIDS SUMMER DRAMA CAMP Ages 8 - 14 The Emmy® Award-winning Saturday morning educational cartoon series is now the basis for one of the most fun and energetic musicals ever to hit the stage! Perfect for young performers of all ages and experience levels, School House Rock Live! JR. will be a hit for actors and audiences alike! Campers will express themselves in a fun atmosphere, learning the fundamentals of theatre in this two-week intensive drama camp. Daily activities include song and stage rehearsal as well as fun acting games to help our young thespians learn their lines while waiting for their turn at rehearsal. The last day of camp includes a free 30-minute performance at 1:30 p.m. in the Joan B. Kroc Theatre. Roles are plentiful; all skill levels welcome. Fee: $380 / Members $430 / Guests Offered: Weeks 4 & 5 (July 9 - 20) NOTE: Price reflects a two-week session.

FEATURED DAY CAMPS

AGES 8 - 14

TOP COOK Introducing Chez Kroc, a mythical fine dining restaurant at the Kroc Center. Spend the week working on recipes, participating in challenges and developing a restaurant. Create a menu from concept to plate, including a chaperoned shopping trip to a grocery store. Campers complete a kitchen safety orientation by Kroc Center Food & Beverage personnel. Who will be crowned as the Kroc Center’s Top Cook? Offered: Week 2 (June 25 - 29) Fee: $190 / Members $215 / Guests TOP COOK - DESSERT EDITION Introducing our tastiest and most tantalizing camp offering yet: Top Cook - Dessert Edition! After a kitchen safety orientation on Monday, campers will spend the rest of week working on recipes, participating in challenges, and developing a dessert menu. Offered: Week 9 (August 13 - 17) Fee: $190 / Members $215 / Guests PARENTS CAN SAMPLE THE MASTERPIECES AND TASTY TREATS AT A TASTING EVENT ON FRIDAY. NOTE: These camp is not recommended for children with allergies to peanuts, wheat, yeast or other items that may be contained in the production of food used during the challenges and tastings

URBAN RHYTHMS Ages 8 - 14 Percussion is one of the world’s oldest forms of music, as well as one of the most inspiring and accessible. This camp will move campers in more ways than one. An introduction to creative percussion while focusing on character development. Taught by director, choreographer, and STOMP performer, Chris Rubio, of Chris Rubio Productions. Parents are invited to join us in the Joan B. Kroc Theatre for a performance on Friday at noon. Fee: $190 / Members $215 / Guests Offered: Week 6 (July 23 - 27)

Many Specialty Camps have Friday performances for family and friends. Performance times are noted on the weekly schedule and take approximately 30 minutes. Parents planning to take their child home directly following the event, must sign him or her out at the Day Camp office prior to the event.

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FIELD TRIPS

JULIAN OUTDOORS EXCURSION Ages 6 - 14 Embark on one of San Diego’s hidden treasures in the mountains, as we explore different outdoor activities. Activities may include tomahawk throwing, archery, jewelry making, candle/soap making, and panning for gold. Depart: 8:15am Return: 4:00pm Offered: Week 1 (Thursday, June 21)

FIELD TRIPS Field trips are not included in the regular price of a camp, but give the opportunity to supercharge a child’s week at camp. Lunch and snack are included on field trips. All field trips will depart from, and arrive back to the Kroc Center Recreation Field. Field trip participants should arrive 15 minutes prior to the listed departure time. Field trips will leave promptly. Flyers will be distributed at signout the week of each trip, providing parents with special instructions. Enrollment in the current camp week is not a requirement for field trips, but a current Camp Waiver must be submitted and on file before departure. All participants are required to wear their current Kroc Center Day Camp t-shirt and comfortable walking shoes on the trip. Campers should bring a backpack to carry their belongings, including: a change of clothes (especially for water trips), sunscreen, extra snack, and a shade hat. Campers are discouraged from bringing money; a few dollars is more than enough if your camper wants to stop by the gift shop. Field Trip Transportation & Fees Field trip transportation is provided by bus. Fees (per trip): $35 / Members $50 / Guests A $10 non-refundable deposit is required to reserve a space in each field trip. Payment is due in full one week prior to each trip or you will forfeit your registration and deposit. Parents may reinstate enrollment (pending space availability) with a $10 late payment fee.

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BELMONT PARK & BEACH TRIP Ages 7 - 14 (42-52 Inches) Have an all-access pass to race and play at Belmont Park! Enjoy the Giant Dipper, bumper cars, Tilt-A-Whirl, and arcade games for the day! Afterwards, enjoy the day relaxing on the sands of Mission Beach. Depart: 10:00am Return: 4:00pm Offered: Week 2 (Thursday, June 28) HORSEBACK RIDING Ages 7 - 14 Giddy up! We will be treated to a tour at Sweetwater Farms ranch which includes a horsemanship lesson, mini horseback riding lesson, and a trail ride. Don’t miss out on this new exciting experience! Depart: 10:00am Return: 3:30pm Offered: Week 3 (Thursday, July 5) COMIC-CON Ages 8 - 14 Travel to ComicCon International and explore the largest exhibit hall in the country chock-full of great comics, original art, action figures, DVDs, movie memorabilia, books and more. Will you meet one of your comic book heroes while you are there? Sign up for this exciting field trip and find out. Depart: 8:00am Return: 4:30pm Offered: Week 4 (Thursday, July 12)

All general Day Camp payment/cancellation policies apply for field trips. Enrollment is dependent on space availability; campers will be enrolled on a first come, first served basis.


FIELD TRIPS

SAN DIEGO PADRES VS. HOUSTON ASTROS Ages 6 - 14 Take me out to the ball game! Grab a glove and join us for Kid’s Day, an afternoon game at Petco Park. Enjoy the morning scavenger hunt around the park and playing a game of ball at Petco’s “Park at the Park” and, then cheer on the Padres as they take on the Houston Astros. Depart: 9:30am Return: 4:00pm Offered: Week 5 (Wednesday, July 18) BALBOA MUSEUMS Ages 6 - 14 Tour four of the most interactive museums in Balboa Park such as the Rueben H. Fleet Science Center, the Natural History Museum, San Diego Air & Space Museum, and the Museum of Man. Campers will also get a chance to see a movie in the famous IMAX theatre. Depart: 9:00am Return: 4:00pm Offered: Week 6 (Thursday, July 26) SAN DIEGO ZOO SAFARI PARK Ages 6 - 14 Get WILD! Formally known as the Wild Animal Park, the Safari Park offers an exciting new look on wild animals, such as the cheetah, gorilla, lions, tigers and more. The Africa Tram Safari offers a look into what it would be like to go on a REAL safari. Depart: 8:00am Return: 4:00pm Offered: Week 7 (Thursday, August 2)

BIRCH AQUARIUM & BEACH Ages 6 - 14 Depart for an underwater adventure and explore where the wonders of the ocean come alive! The day begins with a visit of San Diego’s own Birch Aquarium. Interact with hands-on exhibits that showcase research discoveries impacting our daily life here on Earth. Conclude the morning with the kelp tank dive show, and then it’s off to La Jolla Shores for lunch and relaxation on the beach. Depart: 8:30am Return: 4:00pm Offered: Week 9 (Thursday, August 16) KNOTT’S SOAK CITY Ages 6 - 14 San Diego County’s wildest water adventure park. Explore 32 waterlogged acres packed with 22 of the most intense water rides imaginable! All themed to the surf woodies and longboards of the 1950’s San Diego coast. Depart: 8:30am Return: 3:30pm Offered: Week 10 (Thursday, August 23) LEGOLAND Ages 6 - 14 With over 50 fantastic rides, interactive attractions, shows and building projects, Legoland mixes education, adventure and fun in this first park of its kind in the U.S. Depart: 8:30am Return: 4:00pm Offered: Week 11

(Thursday, August 30)

MISSION BAY KAYAKING Ages 8 - 14 Participate in a three-hour kayaking lesson from experienced Mission Bay Aquatic Center Instructors. After the lesson, enjoy lunch and free play on the bay. Children must be water safe to enroll in this trip (able to swim 100 yards and tread water for five minutes); parents unsure of their child’s ability to meet these requirements should contact the Day Camp Manager prior to enrollment. Depart: 8:30am Return: 3:30pm Offered: Week 8 (Thursday, August 9) 23


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JUNIOR LEADERS (TEEN LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT) Ages 15 -17 Explore various facets of what it takes to be a teamplayer and a leader in the community and among peers. During a one-week training session, teens will be exposed to real-life challenges and become a cohesive unit through teambuilding and challenge course initiatives. The session will focus on leadership skills relevant to supervising children in a camp setting and tips for leading activities. Teens will receive a full orientation at each Kroc Center venue, CPR & First Aid certification, and child abuse awareness training.

Interested teens should complete a Junior Leader application form and submit it with a letter of recommendation and a one-page letter of interest in the program to the Gymnasium Guest Service Desk by Friday, May 4, 2012. Space is limited; applications accepted on a first come, first serve basis.

After completing the training session, teens will have the opportunity to enroll in up to nine weeks of Junior Leaders programming. These sessions will put their new skills to work through volunteering at Day Camp. Teens will continue honing their leadership skills while working in camp groups, helping counselors lead activities and connecting with the children. Projects may also include planning and organizing special camper activities and experiencing the behind-thescenes aspects of camp.

JUNIOR LEADERS VOLUNTEERS Teens must register for and complete Junior Leaders Training in order to enroll in Junior Leaders Volunteer sessions. Offered: Weeks 1 - 11 Day/Time: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:00pm Fee: FREE / Members & Guests

Offered: Week 2 (June 25 - 29) Week 5 (July 16 - 20) Day/Time: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:00pm Fee: FREE / Members & Guests


SUMMER

ACADEMIC

ENRICHMENT PROGRAM We are excited to continue our partnership with the Sylvan Learning Center of La Mesa as we jointly offer academic enrichment classes for our campers in grades two through eight. Classes focusing on reading and/or mathematics will be offered on a weekly basis July 23rd through August 10th. Each class starts weekly on Mondays, with instruction taking place from 4:00 to 6:00pm. Sign-In and SignOut for campers will occur at the Day Camp office on the Recreation Field. Each class is taught by certified teachers who have years of experience motivating and improving student learning. Please join us as we play games and work together to review old skills and learn new ones! The weekly price for each class is $60 for members and $65 for guests.

WEEK 6

ROCKIN’ READERS COMPREHENSION CAMP Appropriate for Grades 2 - 8

Comprehension is the key to good reading, but can definitely be a challenge. Work on improving both literal and critical thinking skills, while utilizing fun and engaging activities. Build better understanding by learning different strategies for increasing comprehension while being exposed to various types of text-based activities.

Math Magic Camp

WEEK 7

Appropriate for grades 2 - 8

Students learn to make sense of math in this exciting camp! Through fun games and diverse activities, students will practice their addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division along with a little dose of fractions, decimals, number sense, and the everimportant problem solving strategies.

Reading to Learn Camp

WEEK 8

Appropriate for grades 3 - 8

Reading to Learn incorporates different means and methods for students to learn the critical aspects of extracting facts from informative text. Using different techniques, students will learn to read and analyze information from non-fiction and specifically educational based texts while applying the skill to everyday use in the classroom.

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WHAT PARENTS ARE SAYING

“We love it at Kroc! As parents, we feel confident that our child is well cared for, and our child absolutely loves it.” “Our son has so much fun while he is there. The Kroc Center facilitates peer to peer activities while allowing him to be and express himself in a safe environment. The counselors are really patient and great with all the children.” “My kids came home happy and tired with good memories to share of their day. A big thank you to each and everyone that smiled at my children and greeted them by name. You are a special bunch!” “Thank you to all the counselors who “drew out” the shy kids and helped those kids feel comfortable.”

“Camp Kroc has been a wonderful experience for my child, it has allowed her to make many friends and she has learned wonderful lessons of life and love. Thanks so much, we love the Kroc!” “Great day camp--my grandson always has wonderful fun and all the counselors know him--which is important--I also love the variety of activities that are on-site for the kids to enjoy!” “My kids have been to other camps and they love the Kroc Center the best.” “We really enjoyed the camp teaching Biblical concepts and packing in the fun sports activities. I felt that made for an exciting and enriching experience.”

“My son had a great time. I think I might even have him sign up for the entire summer next year.”

*REAL QUOTES FROM 2011 SUMMER DAY CAMP PARENTS.

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NIGHT Tuesday, June 5 6:00 - 8:00pm Art Room (Education Center)

Join us for an interactive session that will prepare parents and children for the upcoming camp season. Parents will meet the Day Camp Manager and camp leadership team, take a tour of the Kroc Center, and become familiar with the exciting venues campers will experience this summer. Come prepared with questions and rest assured that your child is embarking on a camp experience that is both fun and safe. PLEASE CALL 619.269.1467 OR EMAIL JOE.MUTH@USW.SALVATIONARMY.ORG BY TUESDAY, MAY 29TH TO RESERVE A SPACE. www.facebook.com/krocdaycamp

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