SAC Summer Camp 2023

LETTER FROM THE DIRECTOR

Dear SAC Summer Camp Families,

Thank you for considering our camp as a part of your family’s summer 2023 plans. Our motto is “a great tradition in fun,” and we anticipate another memorable season of creating an exciting home away from home for our campers.

For two decades, SAC Summer Camp has welcomed thousands of young people to share in our camp community and passion for adventure. As we aim to be one of your summer highlights, our enthusiastic staff members are dedicated to providing an array of offerings to appeal to each camper’s interests.

Please read through this information package to discover the variety of full-day Multi-Sport, Specialty, and Kinder programs available this season. Our diverse program options are designed to engage each camper in developing lifelong memories in a safe and supportive environment.

We appreciate your trust and support and look forward to welcoming you to campus this summer.

Regards,

Trevor Coll Director, SAC Summer Camp

REGISTRATION

General Information

St. Andrew’s College facilities and 126-acre campus offer an unforgettable summer camp experience for all children from ages 4 (entering JK) to 15. Under the guidance of dedicated staff, St. Andrew’s College Summer Camp provides an action-packed summer program for kids that promotes character, safety, and fun.

Our weekly programs offer unique summer experiences that encourage campers to be goal-oriented, build confidence in their abilities, and develop teamwork skills. The staff is ready to deliver the key ingredient to any summer — fun!

Each week, campers are placed in groups with children of similar ages. These groups are supervised under the watchful care of their counsellors for each session. Counsellors provide constant support and supervision as they lead the campers in their various activities. Coaching staff supervise each activity.

When Registering

All information regarding your child helps ensure that we can provide a safe environment to result in the best possible experience for your camper. The more information you provide about your child, the better we can care for them in a way that meets specific individual needs.

If you would like to share information with us about your camper, please indicate it on the online registration form. This information will help your child adjust to camp and will only be shared with staff members who will benefit from knowing a little more about your child.

Once you have created an account or logged in, the information you provided will be saved and can be accessed at another time. Your camper’s spot in a program will not be saved until payment has been made. Please have your

camper’s health card number available. This information will only be used in the case of an emergency. Please provide an email address that you often check to relay important information.

Camp Hours

Camp runs daily from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Please do not drop off campers before 8:30 a.m. as our staff is in daily meetings until this time.

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Our Facilities

St. Andrew’s College offers a wide variety of facilities. The 126-acre campus of beautifully landscaped grounds includes the La Brier Family Arena (including an NHL-sized ice surface), the Yuill Family Athletic Complex (with a state-ofthe-art baseball diamond, a turf field, and batting cages), the Munro Family Tennis Courts (with six courts), two double gymnasiums, six international squash courts, a six-lane outdoor rubber track, and the 25-metre Walden Pool. There is also a rock-climbing wall and a high ropes course. Cole Dining Hall offers a variety of meals provided by SAC’s Food Services Department. The Centre of Leadership, Innovation & Performance includes Wirth Theatre and technologyenhanced classrooms used for Summer Camp Specialties. The Wirth Art Centre offers dedicated painting, ceramics, and pottery studios.

Lunch

Lunches and snacks are included in the weekly camp fee. Campers will receive both a morning and an afternoon snack. For lunch, campers may choose from a variety of nutritious items served in St. Andrew’s College’s airconditioned Cole Dining Hall. Please contact the Camp Office to discuss medically prescribed dietary restrictions and needs. For the safety of campers with allergies, we ask parents not to send any food items to camp.

A.M. & P.M. Care

Campers can be dropped off as early as 7:30 a.m. and/or picked up as late as 5:15 p.m. for an extra fee. Enrolment in this program can be made anytime before your child’s first morning at camp. This program is fully supervised by our trained camp counsellors, who offer activities designed to keep campers busy until camp starts or their parents pick them up. We can provide daily or weekly care (see fee schedule for details).

Friday Programming

Campers in Multi-Sport and some Specialties will enjoy fullday activities in collaboration with other programs. Favourites include SAC Olympics, Rock ’n’ Roll, The Amazing Race, and many more. Campers will remain in their groups when completing the themed events throughout the day.

Recreational Swim

A 30-minute recreational swim will be a part of the MultiSport rotation for Junior and Senior campers. Campers get to cool off a few times a week in the 25-metre indoor Walden Pool under the careful supervision of our NLS-certified lifeguards. Campers have a selection of floatation devices and are joined by their counsellors in the pool. Campers interested in swimming in the deep end must be able to swim the length of the pool without assistance (supervised by a lifeguard). Successful campers will receive a “deepend bracelet” that must be worn for the week. Lost bracelets can be replaced with a re-test. If your child requires a life jacket, please email the Camp Office. Kinderstars and One-der Kids campers participate in water play instead of swimming in the pool.

PROGRAMS Kinderstars

This Kindergarten-friendly program takes our youngest campers on daily themed adventures. With caring and dedicated staff, campers enjoy a variety of activities such as cooperative games, arts and crafts, nature walks, and storytime.

This summer, the Kinderstars programming will have two groups based on age: JK Kinder (entering JK) and SK Kinder (entering SK).

► Available in weeks 1-7

One-der Kids

Campers entering Grade 1 in September can register for our One-der Kids group. These campers will have arts and crafts, modified sports games, scavenger hunts, and activities.

► Available in weeks 1-7

Kinderstars and One-der Kids campers participate in water play instead of the recreational swim offered to our older campers. Water play includes fun in the sun with sprinklers, mini pools, and water toys.

Leaders-In-Training (LIT)

Junior & Senior Programs

► Junior Campers: Grades 2-4

► Senior Campers: Grades 5-8

Junior and Senior campers can choose from various programs to curate a camp experience just for them. Our Multi-Sport option offers an active sports experience that features basketball, soccer, squash, volleyball, lacrosse, tennis, football, softball, ultimate Frisbee, ball hockey, track and field, recreational swim, and a variety of cooperative games.

Our full-day Specialty programs are custom-designed to use the facilities and resources available at St. Andrew’s College in a variety of areas, including arts, science, technology, and sports. Depending on the week(s) your child joins us, there are a variety of Specialty programs to choose from, thereby allowing a camp experience specific to your camper’s interests. Some specialties are only available for Junior or Senior campers. Please refer to the Program Options page for more information about each Specialty.

Specialty programs have varying capacities and tend to fill up quickly. Space cannot be held or guaranteed. A completed registration form, including payment, is necessary to secure enrolment.

This popular two-week program allows campers to develop their leadership skills and potential in a variety of our camp’s programs. LIT participants will spend the first week of the program in class learning the characteristics and responsibilities of being a leader, and helping to plan and run activities for the rest of the camp.

During the second week, the LIT campers will be assigned to a group of campers to shadow, assist, and learn more from experienced counsellors. They will receive ongoing feedback during the program and a final report at the end of the two weeks to help them continue to foster their skills.

► Two-week program available in weeks 3 & 4

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER STARTING FEB. 1 AT 9 A.M.

Junior Specialty Programs

Full-day Specialities for Junior Campers

VISUAL ARTS: Campers will produce a variety of art masterpieces each day. They will experiment with different mediums and a variety of tools, developing their creativity and enhancing visual literacy. Campers will explore various materials and studio techniques such as printmaking, painting, drawing, and sculpting. Lots of exciting ways to get creative.

Available in weeks 1-7

Senior Specialty Programs

Full-day Specialities for Senior Campers

VISUAL ARTS: Campers will experiment with mediums and tools, developing their creativity and enhancing visual literacy. Campers will explore various studio techniques, such as printmaking, painting, sculpting, and drawing.

Available in weeks 1-7

MAKERSPACE MAGIC: See page 6 for full program description. Available in weeks 3-6

TRIPLE THREAT: Calling all aspiring actors, dancers, and singers! This exciting program infuses the performing arts into a week of fun-filled workshop activities to highlight each camper’s skills in their artistic discipline while refining their knowledge of all aspects of performance. The Triple Threat Specialty will get camper creativity flowing as they collaborate with other talented young artists to develop an end-of-week showcase.

Available in weeks 1 & 2

XTREME: Campers will test their limits with the rock wall, lowropes team challenges, trust games, and the high-ropes obstacles. Each week promises to test campers’ outer limits. Learn how to survive outdoors by completing several challenges to conquer Mother Nature. There will be skill-testing activities using navigation systems and other crucial resources to survive in the great outdoors.

Available in weeks 3 & 4

MAKERSPACE MAGIC: See page 6 for full program description.

Available in weeks 3-6

TRIPLE THREAT: Calling all aspiring actors, dancers and singers! This exciting program infuses the performing arts into a week of fun-filled workshop activities to highlight each camper’s skills in their artistic discipline while refining their knowledge of all aspects of performance. The Triple Threat Specialty will get camper creativity flowing as they collaborate with other talented young artists to develop an end-of-week showcase.

Available in weeks 1 & 2

RACQUET SPORTS: Using our outdoor tennis courts, newly renovated squash courts, and an air-conditioned gymnasium, campers get the chance to learn and play three fun racquet sports: tennis, squash, and badminton. Campers will practice hand-eye coordination, serves, and hits, and use their new skills in matches.

Available in week 7

STEM MINDS: See page 6 for full program description.

Available in weeks 1-4

POTTERY & CLAY: Campers get to experience creating in clay. They will hand-build, sculpt, and throw on the potter’s wheel. Work will include some decorative and some functional pieces. All work will be glazed on the final class. These treasures must be picked up one week after the final class.

Available in week 5

SOCCER: The Soccer Specialty welcomes campers of all levels and capabilities who are passionate about building on their skills and knowledge of the game. Each session will include dynamic warm-ups, small-sided games, and team-building exercises, focusing on adapting individual skills of possession, ball control, and touches within more extensive gameplay situations. Through exploration of creative free play, taking risks, and participating in decision-making, players will develop their talents in an engaging atmosphere that is inclusive and mindful of each player’s unique experiences. At the end of the week, concluding the program, participants will showcase their learning through fun, small tournament-style games.

Available in week 2

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER STARTING FEB. 1 AT 9 A.M.

STEM Minds

CODE BREAKERS: Explore new skills and exciting challenges to advance your understanding of computers and programming while learning the language of computer coding. Join Code Breakers camp if you are prepared to take your computer coding skills to more exciting and challenging levels. Familiarize yourself with Python Coding and learn Python tips and tricks, become an expert in the world of Arduino, learn what makes a website work, and discover the creativity of coding in the span of a few days. Week 4 of Code Breakers will be a competitive version. No previous enrolment is necessary.

Available in weeks 2 & 4

MONDAY Coding with Python

TUESDAY Coding with Arduino

WEDNESDAY Web Design

THURSDAY Video Game Design

FRIDAY Robotics

ESPORTS: Esports is quickly becoming a popular career option as it continues to develop its diversity. It is much more than playing video games; it is a thriving industry that has created many opportunities and short-term and long-term career choices. Join us this summer to learn about esports, elevate your game design skills, strengthen your teamwork and sportsmanship skills, and learn about branding, marketing, business planning, health and wellness, and critical thinking. Channel your gamer’s passions in a positive teambased environment and prepare yourself to meet amazement beyond the ordinary.

Available in weeks 1 & 3

MONDAY Team Identity & Branding

TUESDAY Streaming & Content Creation

Makerspace Magic

WEDNESDAY Health & Wellness

THURSDAY Coaching & Business

FRIDAY Final Tournament

Campers will develop a maker mindset through project-based learning. They will work individually and collaboratively throughout the week. Campers will have the opportunity to learn how to use various tools and techniques, including laser cutting with Adobe Illustrator, 3D printing with Tinkercad, and some basic electronics.

Available in weeks 3-6

MONDAY Team Building & Mini Projects

TUESDAY Team Building & Impossible Challenges

WEDNESDAY Start Building Project

THURSDAY Finish Building Project

FRIDAY Celebration Day

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER STARTING FEB. 1 AT 9 A.M.

PROGRAM OPTIONS

Kinderstars: weeks 1-7

One-der Kids: weeks 1-7

Junior Multi-Sport: weeks 1-7

Senior Multi-Sport: weeks 1-7

Specialties

WEEK 1*

► July 4-7 (4 days)

Junior/Senior Visual Arts

Junior/Senior Triple Threat

Senior STEM Minds: Esports

WEEK 2

► July 10-14

Junior/Senior Visual Arts

Junior/Senior Triple Threat

Senior STEM Minds: Coding

Senior Soccer

WEEK 3

► July 17-21

Junior Makerspace

Junior/Senior Visual Arts

Senior STEM Minds: Esports

Senior Xtreme LIT

WEEK 4

► July 24-28

Junior Makerspace

Junior/Senior Visual Arts

Senior STEM Minds: Coding

Senior Xtreme LIT

WEEK 5

► July 31-Aug. 4

Junior Visual Arts

Junior/Senior Makerspace

Senior Pottery & Clay

WEEK 6*

► Aug. 8-11 (4 days)

Junior Visual Arts

Junior/Senior Makerspace

Senior Visual Arts

WEEK 7

► Aug. 14-18

Junior/Senior Visual Arts

Senior Racquet Sports

* indicates four-day week

Program Changes / Refund Policy

Due to the fees owed to our program providers for their services and materials, campers wishing to switch their Specialty programming will not be refunded the additional Specialty fees.

► Families have until May 24, 2023, to request a full refund (less the $100 non-refundable deposit) of their camp fees. Cancellation requests must be received by email at summercamp@sac.on.ca

► After May 24, families requesting a refund will be reimbursed 50% of the total amount paid.

► There will be no deferral of payments to the 2024 camp season.

Grouping Requests

Families wishing to have their similar-aged children grouped together submit this grouping request form by June 1 and email it to summercamp@sac.on.ca Parents/ guardians from each family must sign. This form does not guarantee placement in the same group but will be used to help coordinate our groupings.

Kinderstars, One-der Kids, and Specialty campers are automatically grouped based on their program. Multi-Sport campers are grouped based on age to provide campers with the most enhanced camp experience.

Before submitting a grouping request, please consider that campers need to be within 18 months of one another, and grouping depends on the grade campers are entering in September, as well as their age

There will be no changes made to grouping arrangements on Monday mornings. If you or your camper have a concern about group placements, contact the Camp Office.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

STARTING FEB. 1 AT 9 A.M.

FEE INFORMATION

Weekly fees include:

► a $100 non-refundable deposit to save your camper’s spot

► lunch and two snacks daily

► SAC Summer Camp backpack (one per camper per summer)

Base Program Fees

5-day weeks: weeks 2, 3, 4, 5, & 7

Multi-Sport, Kinderstars, & One-der Kids (base program)

4-day week: weeks 1 & 6

Multi-Sport, Kinderstars, & One-der Kids (base program)

STEM Minds (Code Breakers & Esports)

Makerspace Magic

Specialty (all specialties except STEM Minds and Makerspace)

Leaders-In-Training (LIT) must register for the two-week session

Additional Fees

A.M. care or P.M. care

A.M. care and P.M. care

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Discounts

Please note: all discounts will be applied once applications are received by the Camp Office.

Multiple Week Savings

Join us for more than two weeks and save.

► 3 weeks — $20

► 4 weeks — $30

► 5 weeks — $50

► 6 weeks — $60

► 7 weeks — $70

Referral Discount

Spread the word about St. Andrew’s College Summer Camp and receive $25 off your family’s total fees. The new family must include your name and phone number in the “Referral Discount Information” section when completing their registration form. The referral discount will be applied to one new family.

Family Discount

Families registering three or more campers from a household will save 15% off the least expensive registration fee.

Online total will NOT include discounts.

PAYING CAMP FEES

Payment by Credit Card

To ensure accuracy, payment via the online system is not automatic. After you submit your information, it is first reviewed by the Camp Office. Once reviewed, your application will be verified.

We accept payment by MasterCard, VISA, and AMEX. Payment can be processed in two ways:

OPTION 1

► one full payment paid at the time of registration (includes the non-refundable deposit)

► two installments:

OPTION 2

1) Payment of the non-refundable deposit ($100 per week, per camper) paid at the time of registration

2) Payment of remaining balance (via automatic post-dated withdrawal) paid on May 24, 2023

For registrations after May 24, 2023, full payment is required on the date of registration.

We do not accept cash or cheques.

After Registering

1. Within ten business days of processing, you will be sent a confirmation email for your registration.

2. When a program is full, you are able to select the waitlist option. If a spot opens up, you will receive an email from the camp office notifying you, and you will be given 48 hours to claim your camper’s spot.

3. Grouping request forms can be submitted by email to summercamp@sac.on.ca. Grouping request forms can be found on our website. All grouping requests must be submitted before June 1, 2023.

4. In June, you will receive a copy of our Parent Guide, which will contain all the information needed to prepare for your camper’s time at camp.

5. If you would like to contact us, send an email to summercamp@sac.on.ca

6. Visit the St. Andrew’s College Summer Camp website at www.sac.on.ca/summercamp to read our FAQs about registration and programs.