AT THE CARL E. SANDERS YMCA

CAMP SCHEDULE

Full-Day: 9:00 AM–4:00 PM

Half-Day: 9:00 AM–12:30 PM or 12:30–4:00 PM

FREE Extended Care: 7:30–9:00 AM & 4:00–6:00 PM

Carpool Drop-off /Pickup*: 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM | 4:00PM - 6:00 PM

*Anyone picking up a child must be listed on the camper’s Authorized Pick

SWIMMING INFORMATION Swim time is one of the most exciting parts of our day! It’s important that campers have the appropriate swimwear, towel, and sunscreen. Traditional Camps - swim daily

Specialty/Sports Camps - Swim twice a week (days vary by camp) Outdoor Pool - this pool is a zero entry pool that is 4 ft at its deep-est. We also have a large water slide that campers can use if they pass the swim test. Swim Lessons - We offer daily swim lessons for all traditional camp participants in the morning at an additional price. Swim Test - Swim tests are given on the first day each camp swims

WELCOME TO SUMMER CAMP!

AT THE CARL E. SANDERS YMCA !

Thank you for registering for our 2016 summer camp session at the Carl

E. Sanders Family YMCA at Buckhead! This summer campers will have the

Best Summer Ever and raise the B.A.R.! We strive to be a place that

campers feel a sense of Belonging, Achieve their goals, and build lasting

Relationships!

At camp sanders, your campers will swim, participate in themed activi-

ties, play a variety of popular sports, embrace their creative sides, build

character, try new things, and so much more!

You will find important information concerning Camp Sanders in this

booklet. We ask that all parents and caregivers review this information

and understand the policies and procedures of Camp Sanders. We are

looking forward a wonderful experience at the Buckhead Y this summer!

See you at Camp!

Jared Guyer, Camp Director

JaredG@ymcaatlanta.org

REGISTRATION INFORMATION REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: We MUST have the following documents

on file in order for your child to attend camp:

1. Camp Registration Form / Auto Draft Form

2. Authorized to Pick Up list

3. Medical Release

4. Immunization Records

WAIT LIST: In the event that a camp fills prior to your registration,

you may place your child on our waiting list. You will be contacted if

a spot becomes available. You also can look at other camp options

that are offered for your child’s age group and choose those op-

tions.

WITHDRAWAL/REFUND POLICIES: If you wish to withdraw your

child from a camp session, you must provide at least 5 days notice

(Wednesday prior to the session) to receive a full refund. Notice

must be documented either through email or a letter. There will be a

$25 processing fee for each change or cancellation made to your

camp registration. Deposits are nonrefundable.

For registration questions or concerns, contact:

404-350-9292 or sbycamp@ymcaatlanta.org

WHAT TO KNOW FOR CAMP Meals Provided - We provide Lunch and an afternoon snack.

Please send your child with a morning snack. We send the menu out prior to each week of camp so that you can plan ahead.

Weekly Communication - Each week we will send out information regarding the activities for the week and all of the information you may need to know. This will come from your child’s lead counselor in an email. Please make sure to update your email ad-dress during registration.

Carpool Procedures - For your convenience, we offer carpool for drop off and pickup each day. During the designated times, you do not need to get our of your car, our staff will assist your child into and out of the car. You must present an ID daily for before your child is released to you. If someone else is picking up, please ensure they are added to the Authorized Pickup list.

Camp Desk - During the hours of 9 am - 4 pm, we will have a staff member stationed at our camp desk in the lobby. This per-son can assist you with any questions, concerns, or checking your child in or out.

Swim Test Information

Jump in water - head must go underwater and surface Swim 1 length of pool free-style without stopping (no doggie paddling) Tread water 1 minute Float briefly on back

2017 SUMMER CAMP SESSIONS & THEMES

INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY In the event that light rain is falling, our camp programming will

continue as scheduled. If thunderstorms occur, all groups will be moved

into the building. Camps at Windsor Parkway will return to the facility

and resume camp activities in the event of bad weather.

We do not give refunds due to weather.

WINDSOR PARKWAY CAMPS Transportation: Bus will leave the Y at 9:00 am (no exceptions) and return

by 12:30 pm for half day camps and 4:00 for full day camps. If you miss

the bus for Windsor Parkway camps, you can either transport to the

offsite location or your child will remain in one of our onsite camps

for the remainder of the day.

Lunch: Campers who are half day will come back to the branch and eat

the provided lunch. For full day campers, we provide lunch at Windsor.

Session 1:

May 30 - June 2*

Aloha Summer

Session 2:

June 5 - June 9

Movie Magic Week

Session 3:

June 12 - June 16

Carnival Week

Session 4:

June 19 - June 23

Camp Challenge

Week

Session 5:

June 26 - June 30

Superheroes Week

Session 6:

July 3 - July 7*

Party in the USA

Session 7:

July 10 - July 14

Camps Got Talent

Session 8:

July 17 - July 21

Under the Sea

Session 9:

July 24 - July 28

Sports Week

Session 10:

July 31 - August 4

Holiday Week

Session 11:

August 7 - August 11

Decades Week

**No camps May 29

or July 4

MEDICATION FOR CAMPERS If a camper requires medication of any kind, please follow these guide-

lines:

• Fill out an Authorization to Dispense Medication Form

• Medications must be signed in each week and store in a locked cabinet

• Prescriptions must be in their original containers.

• Prescriptions must be clearly labeled with camper’s name and dosage

WHAT TO WEAR TO CAMP We want campers to dress appropriately and be comfortable for camp.

We recommend sending children in old clothing. We suggest the following

items:

• Hat • Socks • Sneakers* • T-shirt/shorts • Weather appropriate attire

WHAT TO BRING TO CAMP Backpack • Water bottle • Sunscreen/bug spray (if desired)

• Change of clothes • Hat/visor • Swimsuit/towel for swim days

• A positive attitude!

Lunch - We will serve lunch and an afternoon snack. You are only responsible for

packing a morning snack. We will send out an e-mail the week before camp starts

with the menu. If you have dietary needs, we suggest packing your own lunches.

WHAT NOT TO BRING TO CAMP • Money • Video games • Trading cards • Toys • Valuables

• Weapons • Pocket knives • Sports Equipment

• Tobacco, alcohol, drugs • Cell phones/tablets/MP3 players

CAMP SANDERS IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR PERSONAL

ITEMS THAT ARE BROUGHT TO CAMP.

LOST AND FOUND Please help us reduce the items in lost and found this sum-mer season. Carefully labeling all of your camper’s belong-ings will help him/her keep up with their gear. Lost and found items are kept until the end of the session. Encour-age your camper to check lost and found each day for things possibly left behind the day before. The YMCA is not responsible for lost, stolen or broken possessions that are brought to camp.

COMMUNICATION EXPECTATIONS Our primary method of communication is via email. Each week you are registered you will receive the following communication updates from camp: General Camp Email - All camp participants will receive a general email from our camp team about the weekly theme and general procedures and expectations for our camp on Sunday. Camp Specific Email - You will receive an email on Sunday from your child’s lead counselor for the week with infor-mation specific to the camp they are registered for. This will allow you the chance to communicate directly with your child’s counselor throughout the week. Midweek Check-in - Our counselors will check-in on Wednes-days with parents/guardians to see how the camper is enjoy-ing the week and if there is anything that needs to be ad-dressed and or any way we can make your experience better. Weekly Recap - We will send a weekly recap email on Fridays

CAMP GOALS - Provide a safe, fun, recreational atmosphere for all campers. - Promote caring, honesty, respect and responsibility throughout day camp. - Help campers and staff build their sense of self-confidence. - Provide opportunities within the program for campers to develop in-terpersonal relationships and social skills. - Provide campers with activities which offer a progressive experience. BEHAVIOR / BULLY POLICY Promoting social interaction and building interpersonal skills are among the most important goals of Camp Sanders. Staff will help campers with this process by providing on-going encouragement and assistance. Coun-selors are trained to provide corrective action in a positive and supportive manner designed to build self-confidence and teach responsibility. On the first day of each session all camp rules will be covered and ex-

plained by camp administrators. Each camper is expected to follow these

rules to maintain a safe, well-organized program. If a camper cannot

adjust to these rules and expectations, we reserve the right to terminate

the camper’s enrollment for the summer. If this happens, we will NOT is-

sue a refund.

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YOU’RE IN GOOD HANDS Your child will be cared for by our well-trained counselors and Leader’s In

Training (LITs). To ensure your child’s safest experience possible, each

counselor has passed a background check and has a current CPR and First

Aid certification.

WE WELCOME FEEDBACK We always encourage input and feedback formally and informally.

We will send out two surveys over the course of the summer.

THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING THE Y!

The YMCA of Metro Atlanta is committed to providing financial assistance

to those who cannot afford the full price of our programs – including

camp. Last year hundreds of children in the metro Atlanta area attended

camp because they were awarded scholarships to various YMCA camps.

Money for scholarships is not generated from membership dues. We rely

on gifts from friends like you to provide this much needed assistance.

Through WHY IT MATTERS, local businesses and individuals partner with

the Y to ensure every child can be part of the Y and the programs offered.

The need for community programs that build character and foster good

citizenship continues to grow each day. Please consider sponsoring a

camper and providing him/her with a once-in-a-lifetime experience!

For more information or to make a donation, please visit visit our website,

www.ymcaatlanta.org and click on “Support the Y” and designate the Carl

E. Sanders Family YMCA at Buckhead.

QUESTIONS? CONTACT US:

Jared Guyer Camp and Teen Director

(E) sbycamp@ymcaatlanta.org (P) (404) 350—9292

Carl E. Sanders YMCA • 1160 Moores Mill Rd. Atlanta, GA, 30327