JCC Summer Camps Booklet 2016 - Springfield Jewish Community
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JCC Summer Camps Booklet 2016 - Springfield Jewish Community
NEW! REGISTER ONLINE AT SPRINGFIELDJCC.ORG/CAMPS 2016 NEW! REGISTER ONLINE AT SPRINGFIELDJCC.ORG/CAMPS YOU BELONG HERE! Open 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday, with pre and post-camp extension options, J-Camp offers premium summer programs from preschool through high school and overnight camp excursions for grades 3-10. Located on the Longmeadow/Springfield line, J-Camp is easily accessible for CT and MA residents. J-Camp is located on 20 acres of beautiful grounds with outdoor basketball and tennis courts, playgrounds, athletic fields, woods, high and low challenge ropes course, zip line, picnic grove, pavilion and more. An additional air conditioned indoor facility boasts rock climbing, auditorium and stage, arts and crafts studio, basketball gym, racquetball courts, indoor pool, and more. With the encouragement and guidance of highly-skilled staff, campers participate in programs and activities designed to foster learning, growth, creativity, teamwork and above all, fun. Instruction from our arts and crafts, music, nature, outdoor adventure, and sports specialists will help discover hidden talents. Your child will make new friends and develop new skills. For more information, contact Louis Lasko, Camp Director, at (413) 739-4715 ext. 322 or at llasko@springfieldjcc.org. NEW THIS YEAR: BANKSHOT BASKETBALL COURT. This new addition to our facility offers 13 challenges, combining the skill of basketball with the format and precision of miniature golf. JEWISH EMPHASIS Campers experience a variety of activities with a rich Judaic tradition. These include Israeli culture, music, crafts and games. Jewish values are also infused into daily activities at camp. Each Friday, campers will participate in a weekly Shabbat celebration that is comfortable for all faiths. All are welcome in our J-Camp family, which hosts a variety of cultures. SENSE OF BELONGING J-Camp is open and accessible to everyone regardless of age, race, religion, national origin or ability. Kehillah is our inclusion program that offers children with special needs and learning differences the opportunity to fully enjoy the J-Camp experience. We believe that ALL campers can participate, ALL campers can succeed AND ALL campers can make a new friend. These are Jewish and universal values that we live at camp. Kehillah campers are supported by Inclusion Counselors who act as facilitators of self advocacy, social interactions and activity modification as needed. Our emphasis is that every camper comes to camp for the same reason, to have fun and make friends. An intake and interview are required prior to registration for all new inclusion campers. Please contact Bethany Young, Kehillah Director, at 413-7394715 x 325 or byoung@springfieldjcc.org. PRE/POST CAMP Pre and post-camp care is available by registration (with calendar form in the Parent/Guardian Manual). Qualified camp staff will provide games and activities. Additional snack provided during post-camp. Pre-camp: 7:00 - 9:00 am (In the Game Room), $12 per day; Post-camp: 4:00 - 6:00 pm, $12 per day (Rooms 8 and 9). HEALTH & SAFETY J-Camp has an off-site “On Call” doctor and an on-site health aide during camp hours. Medical forms are required from all campers prior to the start of camp. FOOD SERVICE Campers must bring their own dairy or parve (without milk or meat) kosher style lunch. There will also be an option for campers to preorder a lunch from our café (lunch form available on website.) Lunches will be refrigerated. Camp is Peanut Aware with designated “peanut free” tables. Camp families will be made aware of severe allergies in their groups, and campers may not share their food. J-Camp will provide a popsicle every afternoon for snack. On Fridays campers will make and enjoy Challah (bread, has gluten). All food and drink served by J-Camp is kosher. If you have questions regarding kosher meals, contact Louis at llasko@springfieldjcc.org or (413) 739-4715 x 322. VACATION CAMP The JCC provides stories, games, songs, dances and crafts. Campers and host families form life-long friendships with the shlichim. If interested in hosting for a 2 or 3 week period of time, please contact Louis Lasko at 739-4715 ext. 322 or at llasko@springfieldjcc.org. vacation camp following the completion of school in June, prior to its beginning in September, on school vacations days, and snow days. Vacation camp registration is not included in the camp registration. For more information contact the Director of Youth and Family Services, Becca Coolong at 739-4715 ext. 332. For an updated schedule please visit SpringfieldJCC.org. Carnival and BBQ Family Night: Mark your calendars for Wednesday, Aug 17. Our carnival will be open to campers and their families from 4-7pm. Stop in and meet the camp staff, get a camp tour from your child, grab some popcorn and a snow-cone, and enjoy an awesome carnival full of games, bounce houses, and prizes. Burgers and hot dogs will be served. FEE SCHEDULE A $25 non-refundable/ to kids this summer. As a staff member of J-Camp you will be a leader, a role model, learn from others, form lasting memories, and most importantly, make a difference in the lives of many children. A job at J-Camp provides amazing experiences. Regardless of your major (for those in college), working at J-Camp will provide you with skills and expertise that you can apply to any field. If you are responsible, enthusiastic, and love to have fun with children, please contact Louis Lasko, Camp Director, at (413) 739-4715 x 322 or llasko@springfieldjcc.org. You can find an application on the camp page of our website, springfieldJCC.org. assistance. The completed scholarship application, along with all required back up, is due by Wednesday, May 13. Requests after May 13 will be considered on a funds available basis. Scholarship applicants may register for camp with a $25 deposit. NEFW vouchers accepted. Contact Rabbi James Greene, Assistant Executive Director, with questions about scholarships, jgreene@ springfieldjcc.org or (413) 739-4715 x 307. non-transferable deposit per week must accompany each camp application. Deposits are applied to designated session’s fees. Full payment or an automatic payment plan is due by Friday, May 13. Changes require a $20 fee after June 15. Registering for additional weeks or upgrading to a specialty camp does not require a change fee. All camp payments are non-refundable. Each camper will receive one t-shirt when camp begins. Additional shirts are available for purchase (see registration form). Shirts should be worn on Mondays, Fridays and special occasions throughout the summer. SCHOLARSHIPS Scholarships are available FOR AGES 16 AND OLDER Be a hero on a limited basis for those in need of financial FUNDS J-Camp is appreciative of those who have helped support J-Camp through the establishment of funds to provide scholarship assistance to those in need including: HOST AN ISRAELI COUNSELOR, A SHALIACH J-Camp is lucky to welcome two ◾ The Morris Dane Campership Fund, established by Shlichim, Israeli camp staff, to enhance the J-Camp program. Treat your family to a rare and delightful experience! Invite a shaliach to live with you and your family for part of the summer. This counselor will teach our campers the history and culture of Israel through the Dane Family to honor the memory of their father, husband and past president of the JCC. ◾ The Norman Cooper Fund provides camperships in addition to other support of the JCC. Norman was a social worker at the JCC who is remembered for his special commitment to our Community and was especially loved by the children at Y Day Camp. ◾ The Kenneth Gotlib Campership Fund was established by his parents to honor and remember what was important to him. Kenneth, a graduate of the JCC Preschool and Heritage Academy and an active JCC Camper and swim team participant, went on to become active in the Big Brother program. Kenneth loved kids and it was important to him that the camp experience was accessible to all regardless of one’s financial circumstances. ◾ The Szafran family created the Jordan Szafran Scholarship Fund to honor the memory of their son Jordan who was an avid sports camper and Cudas swim team member. This fund provides scholarships for sports camp and swim team participants. ◾ The David and Ruth Bennett Camp Scholarship Fund was established because the family wanted to make it possible for all who wish to enjoy a Jewish JCC summer camp experience. JCC SWIM INSTRUCTION The talented JCC swim staff will teach and motivate campers, from non-swimmers to advanced swimmers, including swim team participants. Erika Friedman (JCC Aquatics Director) and the JCC Waterfront staff meet individual needs far exceeding parent expectations! All campers will have American Red Cross swim lessons taught to them ranging from Levels 1-6. Campers will receive a swim progression card every 2 weeks. Campers are encouraged to swim every day to get the most out of their lessons. Please note: Swim lessons may not be taught when camp-wide activities are planned, during inclement weather, or if the pool is closed for safety/maintenance. J-Camp does not offer make-up lessons. Group Maccabim Chaverim Tsophim Sports Camp Club 78 Drama Camp Instructional Swim 10:05-10:35 am 10:40-11:10 am 9:30-10:00 am 9:30-10:00 am n/a n/a Free Swim 2:15-2:45 pm 1:45-2:15 pm 1:15-1:45 pm 12:45-1:15 pm 2:45-3:15 pm 2:45-3:15 pm MEET THE DIRECTOR Louis Lasko is excited to bring 14 years of camp experience to the Springfield JCC. Louis grew up in Longmeadow, and has been both a counselor and a supervisor at J-Camp. Previously, Louis was the Assistant Director at the JCC Day Camp in Stamford, CT. Louis graduated from Elmira College with a degree in Elementary Education. He brings enthusiasm and a love of camp to the Springfield JCC. Be sure to like us on Facebook, facebook.com/jccsummercamp. facebook.com/jccsummercamp 1 Please refer to the enrollment form for the dates of each session. Exceptions are indicated in the charts below. Traditional Camps 15 Months – 2 Years Old, 9 Months Doobim Toddlers 2 Years Old, 9 Months – 5 Years Old Mini K Ton Ton 3’s & 4’s K Ton Ton 3’s & 4’s 3 Years Old, 9 Months – Mini-Mac 5 Years Old by June 1, 2016 3 Years Old, 9 Months – entering Kindergarten by Fall 2016 Maccabim Half-day, Sessions 1-8 9:00 am – 12:30 pm Your toddler will enjoy a half day of toddler camp experiences, including music, arts and crafts, and outdoor adventure. We have outdoor water play every day so do not forget to send your child with a bathing suit. Half day includes lunch time and dismissal at 12:30 pm. What to Bring: Children must wear sneakers. 1 bathing suit, towel, change of clothes, diapers and wipes, sunscreen, Kosher style lunch. To register for Doobim or Toddlers Camp, please contact Deb Cohen, Director of Early Childhood Services, at 413-739-4715 x 311, or dcohen@springfieldjcc.org. Full-day, Sessions 1-8 7:30 am – 5:30 pm Your toddler will enjoy a full day of toddler camp experiences, including daily outdoor water play, music, art, and outdoor adventure. The full day (7:30 am - 5:30 pm) includes lunch, nap, and an afternoon of outdoor and indoor activities. What to Bring: Children must wear sneakers. 1 bathing suit, towel, sunscreen, Kosher style lunch Diapers, wipes, crib sheet and blanket. To register for Doobim or Toddlers Camp, please contact Deb Cohen, Director of Early Childhood Services, at 413-739-4715 x 311, or dcohen@springfieldjcc.org. Half-day, Sessions 1-8 9:00 am – 1:00 pm Camp for your three or four year old explodes with new experiences, new friends, new skills and allows children to feel free to explore. Campers enjoy swimming lessons, learn silly camp songs, create amazing art, and use muscles to learn new sports skills. Half day includes lunch time and dismissal at 1:00 pm. What to Bring: Children must wear sneakers. 1 bathing suit, swim diaper (if not toilet trained), towel, diapers and wipes (if not toilet trained) sunscreen, Kosher style lunch. Full-day, Sessions 1-8 7:30 am – 5:30 pm Camp for your three or four year old explodes with new experiences, new friends, new skills and allows children to feel free to explore. Campers enjoy swimming lessons, learn silly camp songs, create amazing art, and use muscles to learn new sports skills. Full day (7:30 am - 5:30 pm) includes lunch, nap/rest and a full afternoon of outdoor and indoor activities. What to Bring: Children must wear sneakers. 1 bathing suit, swim diaper (if not toilet trained), towel, diapers and wipes (if not toilet trained) sunscreen, Kosher style lunch, crib sheet and blanket. Half-day, Sessions 1-8 9:00 am – 1:00 pm These campers receive the complete Maccabim camp experience (listed below) in this half-day program. Mini Mac swims daily and is dismissed after lunch. Geared for the young camper who enjoys singing, What to Bring: 1 bathing suit, 1 towel, Kosher action and experiencing all that camp has to offer. Campers must be toilet trained prior to coming to lunch, reusable water bottle, sunscreen, sneakers. camp. Members: $175 per week General Public: $220 per week Full-day, Sessions 1-8 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Maccabim, who are the heroes from the story of Chanukah, enjoy the full camp experience, learning new skills and beginning to make life-long friends. Maccabim counselors understand that camp is a place of learning, growth, and unbelievable fun! Campers sing at flagpole, make projects to take home, swim twice a day (instructional and free swim), rock climb, and play games in and out of the sun from 9:00 am – 4:00 pm. Campers must be toilet trained prior to coming to camp. Members: $220 per week General Public: $275 per week GENERAL DAY TIMES MEMBERPUBLIC Two Days 9:00 am-1:00 pm Three Days 9:00 am-1:00 pm Four Days 9:00 am-1:00 pm Five Days 9:00 am-1:00 pm Extra Day 9:00 am-1:00 pm $121 $144 $170 $190 $60 $156 $179 $205 $225 $80 GENERAL DAY TIMES MEMBERPUBLIC Two Days 7:30 am-5:30 pm Three Days 7:30 am-5:30 pm Four Days 7:30 am-5:30 pm Five Days 7:30 am-5:30 pm Extra Day 7:30 am-5:30 pm $144 $177 $236 $265 $80 $179 $212 $271 $315 $110 What to Bring: 2 Bathing Suits, 2 towels, Kosher lunch, reusable water bottle, sunscreen, sneakers. To register, please contact Deb Cohen, Director of Early Childhood Services, at 413-739-4715 x 311, or dcohen@springfieldjcc.org. Special Registration Form, not available online. To register, please contact Deb Cohen, Director of Early Childhood Services, at 413-739-4715 x 311, or dcohen@springfieldjcc.org. Special Registration Form, not available online. 2 Traditional Camps Continued 1st & 2nd Grade 3rd Grade – 6th Grade 3rd Grade – 8th Grade 7th Grade – 8th Grade Chaverim Tsophim Sports Camp Club 78 Full-day, Sessions 1-8 Full-day, Sessions 1-8 Chaverim means “friends.” These campers develop friendships, show enthusiasm and camp spirit, play sports, make crafts, and participate in amazing theme days. Counselors for this unit know that an active schedule keeps campers engaged and helps them learn and create friendships through play. Chaverim campers will also begin to explore chugim (electives) throughout the summer, including opportunities with our high ropes course, as well as exploring the low challenge ropes course elements and team building activities. What to Bring: 2 Bathing Suits, 2 towels, Kosher style lunch, reusable water bottle, sunscreen, sneakers. Members: $220 per week General Public: $275 per week Full-day, Sessions 1-8 Tsophim means “lookout,” and these campers have their very own village in the Katz pavilion out in the woods, where they do activities and hang out. Campers also enjoy exclusive and exciting chugim (electives) such as crafts, archery, tennis, games, fitness, dance, high and low challenge ropes course, newspaper and many more options throughout the summer. Tsophim campers are eager to do the JCC high and low challenge ropes course elements and the exciting zip line as part of their weekly activities. Tsophim counselors know that their campers need to continue to be challenged, and love to express themselves as individuals. What to Bring: 2 Bathing Suits, 2 towels, Kosher lunch, reusable water bottle, sunscreen, sneakers. Members: $220 per week General Public: $275 per week Full-day, Sessions 1-8 Sports campers show ruach (spirit) and rochmanus (sportsmanship) on and off the field. These campers spend each day honing their skills in individual and team sports including swimming, soccer, basketball, baseball, archery, track & field and tennis. Sports camp uses the youth fitness gym, rock wall, high and low challenge ropes course, and zip line. What to Bring: 2 Bathing Suits, 2 towels, Kosher lunch, reusable water bottle, sunscreen, sneakers. Members: $220 per week General Public: $275 per week Full-day, Sessions 1-8 In club 78, counselors and campers work together to create a meaningful camp experience that focuses on leadership, team building, community service, and of course, fun. Middle school campers will plan What to Bring: 1 Bathing Suit, 1 towel, Kosher and participate in community outreach and service projects and trips each session. Club 78 participates lunch, reusable water bottle, sunscreen, sneakers. in recreational and leadership building activities during their time at J-Camp, and finds time to explore our high challenge ropes course, as well as participate in several trips throughout the summer. Members: $220 per week General Public: $275 per week New this year, CITs will participate in Circus of the Kids, our annual circus performance. During week 7 of camp, CITs will continue to develop leadership, teamwork, and risk management through this amazing circus program. (CITs will also help bring other camps to their scheduled rehearsals and performances.) 9th Grade – 10th Grade CIT Counselor in Training Sessions 1-8 8-week program Youth who are eager to learn, develop, and enhance their leadership skills in the camp setting should apply to be a Counselor in Training (CIT). These future counselors will train in daily sessions with the CIT Director learning skills in many areas such as active listening, peer relationships, role modeling and programming, which are all necessary to be an effective camp counselor. CITs work with different age groups learning developmental stages and discovering their preferred age group. CITs receive performance evaluations twice during the summer as a tool to help learn from experienced staff members. As a group project, CITs plan and implement a camp wide carnival. The CIT program includes a 5-day, 4-night recreational and leadership trip to camp Laurelwood in Madison, CT July 11-15. The CIT program includes CPR and First Aid training as well as a training course to learn belaying on a rock wall. CITs are given priority when applying to be camp counselors in the future. Applicants should contact Louis Lasko, Camp Director, prior to registering What to Bring: 2 Bathing Suits, 2 towels, Kosher lunch, reusable water bottle, suncreen, sneakers. Members: $1,250 W(8 week session) General Public: $1,500 W(8 week session) 3 Traditional Camps Continued Half-day Inclusion Camp Half-day, Sessions 1-8 9:00 am – 12:30 pm or 12:00 pm – 3:30 pm Kehillah means community, and these campers are fully included in our camp community. Inclusion camp is best for campers who have success in a partial or full inclusive environment with supports. Campers will receive daily swim instruction, participate in cooperative games, craft projects, and build social and self advocacy skills. They will be provided the accommodations and modifications to be fully involved in their camp group. An intake form and interview are required prior to registration for all new campers. What to Bring: 1 bathing suit, 1 towel, sunscreen, reusable water bottle, IEP/ Behavior Plans, swim diaper (if applicable), Kosher lunch. Full-day, Sessions 1-8 9:00 am – 3:30 pm Kehillah means community, and these campers are fully included in our camp community. Inclusion camp is best for campers who have success in a partial or full inclusive environment with supports. Campers will receive daily swim instruction, participate in cooperative games, craft projects, and build social and self advocacy skills. They will be provided the accommodations and modifications to be fully involved in their camp group. An intake form and interview are required prior to registration for all new campers. What to Bring: 2 bathing suits, 2 towels, sunscreen, reusable water bottle, Kosher lunch, IEP/Behavior Plans, swim diapers (if applicable). Camp Kehillah Inclusion Full-day Inclusion Camp The staffing ratio plan is for 2 inclusion campers to 1 Kehillah counselor. Inclusion campers who require 1:1 support must provide their own staff, or pay an additional fee. 1:1 support staff is available Members 2:1 Staffing: $280 Friday only: $60 General Public 2:1 Staffing: $345 Friday only: $70 Members 1:1 Staffing: $430 General Public 1:1 Staffing: $480 Members 2:1 Staffing: $435 Friday only: $85 General Public 2:1 Staffing: $499 Friday only: $100 Members 1:1 Staffing: $580 General Public 1:1 Staffing: $655 4 Specialty Camps Kindergarten & up Circus of the Kids Session 7 (Sunday-Friday) August 7-12 This nationally-recognized circus program is designed for children of all ages (kindergarten and older) to learn circus skills like flying on a trapeze, doing trick roller skating, and mastering the skill of fire eating. Gain confidence and experience needed to perform in front of an audience. Mandatory auditions are on Sunday Aug. 7 in the evening (no one will be turned away). Each child will receive a rehearsal schedule. Parent Show: Thursday, August 11. Camp Show: Friday, August 12. Check out the Circus of the Kids video on their website, www.circusofthekids.com. (All Counselors in Training will be automatically enrolled in Circus Camp at no additional charge). All campers must be registered on circusofthekids.com at least one week prior to tryouts. Any late registrations may result in an additional fee, paid directly to Circus of the Kids. Members: $385 General Public: $475 All Circus registrations made with the JCC are non-refundable. Auditions on Sunday evening are mandatory. There may be rehearsals that occur outside the camp day, which may require parent transportation. Wednesday evening is a mandatory rehearsal. . 4 Years Old – 2nd Grade Each camper will create a woodworking project by hand every day using woodworking skills. Our very own Ben the Builder, Jonathan Bechard, will teach campers how to use a hammer and nails, cut wood, and other tools in a safe and structured way. Space limited to 15 campers. Members: $240 General Public: $290 Extended Day Members: $110 Extended Day General Public: $135 Ben the Builder Session 1 June 27-July 1 9:00 am – 11:45 am Princess & Pirates Camp Session 2 July 5-8 (No camp July 4th) 9:00 am – 11:45 am Use your imagination to create princess and pirate themed arts and crafts, treasure hunts, dances, and more. Like any other princess and pirate we’ll dress up for a tea party. Members: $240 General Public: $290 Extended Day Members: $110 Extended Day General Public: $135 Craftastic Art Camp Session 3 July 11-15 9:00 am – 11:45 am Dress for the mess and the fun while getting creative with paint, glue, clay, beads, string and more using both fine and gross motor skills. Make sculptures, paintings, drawings, jewelry, and other crafts. Members: $240 General Public: $290 Extended Day Members: $110 Extended Day General Public: $135 Cupcake Wars Baking Camp Session 4 July 18-22 9:00 am – 11:45 am Learn from our bakery instructors about making amazing cupcakes, and compete in a series of challenges that allow you to combine your creativity and baking skills. Space limited to 15 campers. Members: $240 General Public: $290 Extended Day Members: $110 Extended Day General Public: $135 American Ninja Warrior Session 5 July 25-29 9:00 am – 11:45 am With instruction from a real Ninja Warrior, campers will challenge themselves using manmade obstacles, and use their own creativity to exercise using the world around them. Learn age-appropriate challenges and explore your own abilities using many skills seen on the popular TV show. Space limited to 15 campers. Members: $240 General Public: $290 Extended Day Members: $110 Extended Day General Public: $135 Lil Sports Camp Session 6 August 1-5 9:00 am – 11:45 am The summer edition of the JCC’s popular Lil Sports program! Play soccer, basketball, baseball, track & field, tennis, and group games. Learn sports in a positive environment focused on teamwork. Members: $240 General Public: $290 Extended Day Members: $110 Extended Day General Public: $135 Superstars Camp Session 8 August 15-19 9:00 am – 11:45 am Send your stars in training to J-Camp for mornings filled with singing, dancing and acting. These young thespians will perform for the entire camp at the “Super Stars” review Friday, August 19, 11:15 am. Space limited to 15 campers. Members: $240 General Public: $290 Extended Day Members: $110 Extended Day General Public: $135 5 Specialty Camps Continued 3rd Grade – 8th Grade 3rd Grade – 6th Grade 6th Grade – 12th Grade Ages 8-18 Drama Camp Snow White and the 7 Dwarves Sessions 1-4 4-week program June 27-July 22 The talented staff, led by our returning fantastic theater director, Tony Jones, will help thespians develop their acting skills, voice quality and understanding of the dramatic arts. The performance is scheduled for Thursday, July 21 at 6:30 pm. Members: $1015 W ($254/week, 4 week program) General Public: $1,260 W ($315/week, 4 week program) American Ninja Warrior Session 1 June 27-July 1 9:00 am – 11:45 am With instruction from a real Ninja Warrior, campers will challenge themselves using manmade obstacles, and use their own creativity to exercise using the world around them. Learn age-appropriate challenges and explore your own abilities using many skills seen on the popular TV show. Space limited to 15 campers. Members: $240 General Public: $290 Extended Day Members: $110 Extended Day General Public: $135 Bronze Casting Session 2 July 5-8 (No camp July 4th) 9:00 am – 11:45 am Under the supervision of master craftsman, Jonathan Bechard, you will create and cast your own metal project. Jonathan will walk you through the steps so you can take home skillfully crafted project. Members: $240 General Public: $290 Extended Day Members: $110 Extended Day General Public: $135 Outdoor Survival Session 3 July 11-15 Full day This specialty camp combines the classic and exciting JCC Challenge Ropes Course with the enjoyment of traveling, camping, and survival skills. The group will spend the week canoeing, hiking, learning, and camping outdoors. Led by skilled outdoor adventure instructors. Space is limited to 10 participants. Members: $385 General Public: $475 Guitar Lessons Session 4 July 18-22 9:00 am – 11:45 am Learn the basics of guitar from our camp song leader, Borys Bakum. Borys has been teaching and playing guitar for many years, and will instruct based on the needs of your child, so they can leave with more skills then when they began. Limit: 7 kids. Participants can bring their own guitar, or pay a rental fee of $50. Members: $240 General Public: $290 Extended Day Members: $110 Extended Day General Public: $135 Club Getaway Session 5 July 25-29 Spend a week at Club Getaway in Kent CT. This amazing opportunity gives your child a chance to have a short term overnight camp experience with staff and campers they are familiar with. Getaway has an impressive waterfront, boating, hiking, kosher food options, and reliable staff. Members: $650 General Public: $800 Cooking Camp Session 6 August 1-5 9:00 am – 11:45 am Our skilled instructors will teach your children how to cook amazing meals. They will learn kitchen skills and safety, and make their own lunches each day along with other projects. Members: $240 General Public: $290 Extended Day Members: $110 Extended Day General Public: $135 Mad Science: Robotics Session 8 August 15-19 9:00 am – 11:45am Delve into the fascinating world of robotics and machines in this weeklong program. Children will construct their own robots while gaining a working knowledge of the science of circuits, wheels, gears, and sensors. They will experience different types of robotic devices throughout the program, including line-tracking and programmable robots. They’ll also learn about simple machines and how they, like robots, are used to make life easier. Robots go home with campers on the last day of the program. All supplies included. Members: $240 General Public: $290 Extended Day Members: $110 Extended Day General Public: $135 Dearing Volleyball Camp Session 3 (Tuesday-Friday) July 12 - 15 9:00 am – 1:00 pm Legendary collegiate volleyball coach Joel B. Dearing will bring his expertise to the Springfield JCC! For more information about Dearing Volleyball School check out DearingVolleyballSchool.com. Members: $200 General Public: $275 Extended Day Members: $110 Extended Day General Public: $135 FC Stars West Soccer Camp Sessions 3-6 July 11 - August 5 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Get trained by the best! The FC Stars, an elite-level premier soccer club, are coming to the JCC to provide high-quality coaching to soccer players of all levels. For more information on the FC Stars, visit their website at StarsofMA.org. 1 Week: Members: $240 General Public: $300 4 Weeks: Members: $800 General Public: $1,000 6 Circus of the Kids Time Dated Material Springfield Jewish Community Center Neal Webber Building 1160 Dickinson Street Springfield, MA 01108 SPRINGFIELD, MA PERMIT #91 PAID NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION U.S. POSTAGE