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Welcome to Summer at Hammond!

At Hammond, we are committed to offering enjoyable and enriching summer programs in a physically safe, emotionally supportive, and fun-filled environment. Our highly-individualized classes and camps provide something of interest for every age and grade -- from three years-old through adult.

Again this year, we are proud to offer more than 150 classes and camps including the addition of two travel camp opportunities. You don’t want to miss these road trips! Our broad array of programs is designed to provide opportunities to develop talents, acquire new skills and knowledge, or explore something that piques your interest. Whatever you’re looking for, look no further. If you are seeking a full-day summer program, looking for supplemental academic programs, an athletic workshop, or want to try your hand at an arts class, you’ll find it at Hammond. Whether you are a Hammond family or simply interested in spending some time with us, we invite you to join us for an exceptional summer experience.

Sincerely,

Kevin N. White, Ed.S.Director of Auxiliary Programs

kwhite@hammondschool.orgFollow us on Twitter @Mr_KNWhite

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Comprehensive summer academic classes designed to enhance academic skills

through enrichment,acceleration and review

Expansive programs for athletes and future athletes,

leadership programs, art, music, computer, and outdoor adventures.

Half-day and full-day camps with components in art, theatre, music, computer,

sports and outdoor adventure and field trips

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Discoverall Hammond has to offer!

Hawk RidgeHammond’s Hawk Ridge Camp is designed to provide campers with fun, age-appropriate activities every day, all summer. Campers are divided into three age groups: 3-4 years-old, rising 5K–1st grades, 2nd–6th grades. Each week includes field trips and field studies as well as music, theater, art, sports, outdoor adventures, and much more! Camp activities are carefully organized according to age group, planned in advance, and provide hands-on interactive learning in a stimulating and safe environment. Campers can expect to have fun, learn, relax, thrive, smile, laugh, make new friends ... and great memories ... at Hammond!

JOIN US FOR 8 WEEKS OR ONE ... EITHER WAY, YOU’RE SURE TO HAVE A BLAST!

Full-Day or Half-Day Campages 3 to rising 6th grade

HOURSFULL-DAY CAMP

9:00 am – 4:00 pm

HALF-DAY CAMP 9:00 am – 1:00 pm and 12:00 noon – 4:00 pm

EXTENDED CAMP PROGRAM 8:00 am – 9:00 am and 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM

This Summer at Hawk Ridge

June 6 – 10 The Great Outdoors June 13 – 17 Summer Olympics June 20 – 24 Let’s Get Wet! June 27 – July 1 Party in the USA July 4 – July 8 PROGRAM CLOSED July 11 - July 15 Are We There Yet? July 18 - 22 Spy Kids July 25 – 29 Color Crazy August 1 - 5 Wipe Out

ages 3 to rising 6th gradeWhat happens each week at Hawk Ridge?In addition to adventures and activities based on the week’s theme, arts and crafts, fitness and games, sports, nature, and field trips are incorporated. In addition to dress-up days, every Wednesday is Wow Wednesday, and Fridays are Fun Fridays, with a special, engaging activity. No camper will want to miss these special days!

What’s new and exciting at Hawk Ridge?

NEW this summer! Each week campers will have the opportunity to participate in an already scheduled enrichment activity on Monday and Wednesday afternoons. Some of the enrichment activities are Kid Fit, Karate, Art, Junior robotics, Golf, Hip Hop, and much more!

Our Snack Shack, a summer favorite, has expanded its offerings to include an impressive lunch menu from a variety of popular local restaurants ... all prepared to order! Mornings and afternoons, the Snack Shack is open for snacks and the ever popular frozen treats on Tuesday Treats.

Hawk Ridge Fees

Full-Day Week $185

Half-Day Week $100

Daily $ 50

*Before/after care available at an additional fee.

Road Trips &Leadership

Travel Campsat HammondThis year we are pleased to offer a new addition to our already plentiful summer camp opportunities. We’re taking a road trip ... or two! Join us for one or both of these amazing opportunities to have fun and experience all the magic of Disney or Destination Oz!

DESTINATION OZBROADWAY CAMP

RISING 1ST - 8TH$395.00

June 20 - 24MONDAY, TUESDAY, FRIDAY

9:00 AM – 12:00 PM WEDNESDAY - Atlanta Field Study

Destination Oz is a camp for all theater-loving children! Learn songs from Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Wizard of Oz and work with character development, costumes, and set design. On Wednesday, the camp will travel by bus to Atlanta, Georgia, where we will attend the performance of the Wizard of Oz at the famous Atlanta Fox Theater.

DISNEY WORLD,HERE WE COME!

RISING 5TH-7TH$925

June 12 - 15Depart SUNDAY, June 12, 6:30 AM

Return WEDNESDAY, 4:00 PM

We will spend three fun-filled days immersed in Disney Magic! This is a Disney Youth Education Series learning about animal behaviors. The experience includes an expedition through the 500-acre habitat that is Disney’s Animal Kingdom® Theme Park. Students will study, categorize, and analyze data on animal behaviors and adaptations. This well supervised trip is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for making lasting memories.

Registration policy: All Traveling Summer Programs must meet minimum enrollment numbers at least three months prior to the specific camp departture date. Early registration is encouraged and allows us to guarantee camp at earlier dates, as soon as enrollment is sufficient. A non-refundable deposit that is half of the program tuition cost is required at the time of registration; however, families may elect to pre-pay in full. All balances must be paid in full one week prior to the scheduled program offering start date.

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Leadership ProgramLooking for a great summer experience working with children? The Junior Counselor Leadership Program is a great opportunity for students ages 13-17 years old, and students currently pursuing an undergraduate degree. Through practical experience, students accepted into this specialized leadership program will learn about behavior management, health and safety, communication, decision-making, team building and more.

Depending upon age, students participate in the leadership program on a volunteer or paid basis. Applicants who are 13-15 years old can only be accepted on a volunteer basis and applicants who are 16-17 years-old, or college students, are compensated if accepted to the program.

The leadership program is designed to provide participants with firsthand experiences of activity development, communication, role modeling, and leadership qualities. Weekly training/workshop sessions are held that introduce different core concepts through hands-on activities.

Junior Counselor Leadership ProgramHawk Ridge

Students ages 13-17 and undergraduate college students

Application Fee: $25

Interview and selection process - April 11-15

Acceptance letters - May 6

June 6-10

Morning Programs 9:00 - 12:00 pmBaseball Camp 5K – 8th $145Tinkerbell and Fairy FriendsDance Camp

PK - 2nd $150

Unlimited Hands-on ScienceMorning Nature Camp

PK -5th $145

Afternoon Programs 1:00 - 4:00 pmMath Adventures 5th - 11th $180Unlimited Hands-on Science Afternoon Nature Camp

PK - 5th $145

June 13-17

Morning Programs 9:00 - 12:00 pmAll Sports Camp K - 5th $135My•B•Ball (Co-ed Basketball Camp)

2nd - 4th $135

Tennis: Beginner through Intermediate 2nd - 8th $225Be You, Be Real and Have Fun 5th - 8th $145Come Sign with Me! (10:30 am - 12:00 pm) K - 4th $150Fairy Training Camp K - 4th $175Fancy Nancy PK - 1st $160Groovy Girls 2nd - 4th $160Junior Robotics: Simple Machines

1st - 3rd $160

Kids Cooking Camp PK - 4th $175Robotics 101 3rd - 5th $160Sew Much Fun and More 3rd - 5th $165Skyhawk Manners and Etiquette Camp 5K - 5th $180Spy Training PK - 5th $140

Afternoon Programs 1:00 - 4:00 pmAdvanced Soccer Camp (2:00 - 5:00 pm) 6th - 12th $1353D Printing and Design 5th - 8th $120My Little Pony Afternoon Dance Camp

PK - 2nd $150

Spy Training PK - 5th $140

HALF-DAY WEEKLY SUMMER PROGRAMS

June & July

June 20 - 24

Morning Programs 9:00 - 12:00 pmEnglish 7 Tune-Up 7th $150Action, Cheer, and Tumble: Tumbling Camp (M through TH) K - 8th $170My•B•Ball 5th - 8th $135Dino Discovery PK - K $190Electronic Game Design: Invader Defense--Shark Attack 3rd - 5th $170Elsa and Friends FROZEN Dance Camp PK - 2nd $150Future Master Chess Camp 2nd - 8th $200Learn to Fish and Tie Flies 5th - Adult $400Miss Manners PK - 4th $165Skyhawk Summer Olympics 5K - 5th $150World of Robotics Morning Half-Day Camp 7 - 14 years $195

Afternoon Programs 1:00 - 4:00 pmEnglish 7 Tune-Up 7th $150Introduction to English 8 8th $150Skyhawk Summer Olympics 5K - 5th $150World of Robotics 7 - 14 years $195

June 27 - July 1

Flip into First Grade 1st $145Golf Camp (3-day camp, M-W) PK - 5th $125Little Hawks Sports Camp PK - 3rd $140Fairies and Friends PK - 5K $190Red, White, Blue and You PK - 1st $160Unlimited Hands-on Science Nature Camp PK - 5th $145

Afternoon Programs 1:00 - 4:00 pmMini Mouse and Friends Dance Camp PK - 2nd $150Unlimited Hands-on Science Nature Camp PK - 5th $145

July 11 - 15

Morning Programs 9:00 - 12:00 pmFootball Camp 5K - 8th $145Tennis for Competition 2nd - 12th $225Be You, Be Real and Have Fun 5th - 8th $145Future Master Chess Camp 2nd - 8th $200Hablo Espanol PK - K $190Learn to Fly Fish and Tie Flies 5th - Adult $400Spy Training Morning PK - 5th $140Skyhawk Summer Olympics K - 5th $150

Afternoon Programs 1:00 - 4:00 pmKey to Mental Edge Training 5th - adult $280Disney Princess Afternoon Dance Camp PK - 2nd $150Spy Training PK - 5th $140Skyhawk Summer Olympics K - 5th $150

July 18 - 22

Morning Programs 9:00 - 12:00 pmFlip into First Grade 1st $145Tomorrow’s Super Athlete Camp 2nd - 6th $135Come Sign with Me! (10:30 - 12:00 am) 5K - 4th $150Junior Robotics 1st - 3rd $170Mermaid Gals and Pirate Pals PK - K $190Pinkalicious PK - 1st $160Robotics: DaVinci’s Design 3rd - 5th $160World of Robotics ages 7 - 14 $195

Afternoon Programs 1:00 - 4:00 pmEnglish 7 Tune-Up 7th $150Introduction to English 8 8th $150Reading Rodeo for All Guys and Gals! K - 4th $175My Little Pony Dance Camp PK - 2nd $150World of Robotics ages 7 - 14 $195

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HALF-DAY WEEKLY SUMMER PROGRAMS

July & August

July 25 - 29

Morning Programs 9:00 - 12:00 pm (cont’d)Fourth Grade, Here I Come! 4th $150Introduction to 2nd Grade 2nd $145Introduction to Hammond Lower School PK - 1st $160Keys to Mental Edge Training 5th - Adults $280Soccer Camp K - 5th $135Frozen in Summer PK - 4th $165Junior Robotics: Simple Machines 1st - 3rd $160Princesses and Superheroes PK - K $190Robotics: Robo Battles 3rd - 5th $160Skyhawk Manners and Etiquette Camp 5K - 5th $180Unlimited Hands-on Science Nature Camp PK - 5th $145

Afternoon Programs 1:00 - 4:00 pmAdvanced Soccer Camp (2:00 - 5:00 pm) 6th - 12th $135Electronic Game Design: Platform Games 3rd - 5th $170Hammond Hand Tools and Shop Class 4th - 5th $150

Tinkerbell and Fairy Friends Afternoon Dance Camp PK - 2nd $150

Unlimited Hands-on Science PK - 5th $145

August 1 - 5

Morning Programs 9:00 - 12:00 pmKickoff to Kindergarten K $150Math Boot Camp 2nd - 5th $135Girls’ Sports Leadership Soccer Camp PK - 12th $100Little Hawks Cheerleading Camp PK - 4 $120Learn to Fly Fish and Tie Flies 5th - Adults $400Nature Camp (4-day Camp, M - TH) PK - 5th $150Spy Training PK - 5th $140

Afternoon Programs 1:00 - 4:00 pmElsa and Friends FROZEN Dance Camp PK - 2nd $150Spy Training PK - 5th $140

Camp Date Time Grade CostPrivate Lessons

Violin and Viola Lessons TBD PK - adult $35/30 min.Voice Lessons TBD 5th - adult $35/30 min.

Day and Evening ProgramsKids Fun Night! Friday, June 17 6:00 - 10:00 pm PK - 6th $30Kids Fun Night! - Field Trip to Hi-Wire Friday, July 29 6:00 - 10:00 pm PK - 6th $30

Full-Day Weekly ProgramsHawk Ridge Camp June 6 - August 5 9:00 - 4:00 pm age 3 - 6th grade $1853D Character Animation June 27 - July 1 9:00 - 4:00 pm 2nd - 8th $400Dinosaur Discovery June 20 - 24 9:00 - 4:00 pm 1st - 5th $345Krafty Kids June 27 - July 1 9:00 - 4:00 pm 1st - 5th $345Public Speaking July 11 - 15 9:00 - 4:00 pm 3rd - 5th $345Server Design June 20 - 24 9:00 - 4:00 pm 2nd - 8th $400Spy Training I. June 13 - 17

II. July 11 - 15III. August 1 - 5

9:00 - 4:00 pm PK - 5th $195

Super Sleuths July 18 - July 22 9:00 - 4:00 pm 2nd - 5th $345Skyhawk Summer Olympics I. June 20 - 24

II. July 11 - 159:00 - 4:00 pm K - 5th $290

Unlimited Hands-on Science Nature Camp I. June 6 - 10II. June - 27 - July 1III. July 25 - 29

9:00 - 4:00 pm PK - 5th $195

World Travelers July 25 - 29 9:00 - 4:00 pm 1st - 5th $345World of Robotics I. June 20 - 24

II. July 18 - 229:00 -4:00 pm Ages 7 - 14 $250

PRIVATE LESSONS • DAY AND EVENING PROGRAMS • FULL-DAY

June, July, August

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONSHow do I register for Hammond Summer Programs?Please visit Hammond’s website at hammondschool.org, click Summer Programs under the Campus Life tab at the top of the webpage to access our online registration system. Registration for all Summer Programs must be completed online through the registration system. A non-refundable deposit of $75 per full-day program and $50 for all other programs is required at the time of registration; however you may also elect to pre-pay in full. The non-refundable deposit is not transferrable. All balances are to be paid in full one week prior to the scheduled program, camp, or offering start date. Remaining balances will be charged to accounts automatically through the online registration system. Registrations for any summer program offering scheduled 7 days or less from the start date must be paid in full at time of registration. Hammond only accepts payment through electronic funds transfer, Visa, MasterCard and Discover.

Are Hammond Summer Programs open to non-Hammond students and adults? Yes. Hammond welcomes students 3 years old through 12th grade including adults. Bring your friends, families, and neighbors!

What if I need to transfer my summer camps/programs?Transfers between programs and camps are permissible up to two weeks prior to the scheduled offering start date. Transfer request must be submitted by email to Kevin N. White, Director of Auxiliary Programs.

What is the withdrawal policy? Families that wish to withdrawal from a summer program must contact Kevin N. White, Director of Auxiliary Programs via email at kwhite@hammondschool.org. Withdrawals two weeks prior to the scheduled program will be refunded the remaining balance, less the non-refundable deposit. The non-refundable deposit is not transferrable. Any withdrawals within two weeks of the summer program are responsible for the full tuition (and fees, if applicable).

What is the refund policy? Refunds will be issued for withdrawal request received two weeks prior to the scheduled program, less the non-refundable deposit. The non-refundable deposit is not transferrable. Refunds will not be issued for any withdrawals received within two weeks of the scheduled program. Full refunds are only issued if a program is canceled due to insufficient enrollment. In the event Hammond cancels a program, families will be notified immediately via email through the online registration system. Families may switch to a different summer program and apply the tuition amount toward the balance, or families may request a refund. In order to switch to a different program or receive a refund for a canceled summer program, families must contact the Director of Auxiliary Programs via email. Registration fees are non-refundable. There will not be any refunds issued for any summer program apparel items purchased.

What if my child has allergies?If your child has anaphylactic allergies or other health needs, please contact the Auxiliary Programs Office at 803.776.0295, ext. 2002. Families are to provide an action plan along with an epi-pen on the first day of their child’s scheduled camp or program. All items will be returned on the last day of their child’s scheduled camp or program.

What does my child need to bring to camp?In addition to bringing a water bottle, we suggest participants bring a small backpack to hold all of their belongings. Hammond Summer Programs drawstring backpacks are available for purchase for only $5 while supplies last. Hawk Ridge Campers are to bring an extra change of clothes, a towel, a bottle of sunscreen, and a swimsuit to camp. Partici-pants attending an athletic workshop, or camp will need to bring necessary items associated with that particular sport. All participants and campers are required to bring a water bottle with them to camp or their program each day. It is permitted for campers and participants to use their personal (non-Hammond Summer Programs) water bottle.

How do I purchase Hammond summer program apparel and accessories? Hammond Summer Programs apparel and accessories are available for purchase throughout the online registration process, at our on-site check-in/registration each Monday morning, and there is an online order form listed on our Summer Programs website. Supplies are limited. Be sure to order your summer apparel and accessory items today!

Where and when do participants need to check-in the week of their scheduled camp or program? If I have not registered for a camp or program, and there is still availability, could I register at Hammond?Participants registered to attend full-day programs and morning programs (9:00 AM – 12:00 PM) are required to check-in on Monday’s in the Lower School Gym between 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM. Participants registered to attend after-noon programs (1:00 PM – 4:00 PM) are required to check-in on Monday’s in the Lower School Gym between 12:30 PM – 1:00 PM. Campers checking-in for their camp(s) must be accompanied by an adult.

How do I pick up a child from camp or a summer program? Contact the Auxiliary Programs Office at 803.776.0295, ext. 2002, and notify Greg Franke, Summer Programs Manager via email at gfranke@hammondschool.org. If your child is enrolled in our Hawk Ridge Camp, please also contact their Lead Camp Counselor (their contact information will be provided to you). This will help us arrange and ensure your child is at carpool early.

Are snacks provided by Hammond Summer Programs?Due to the variety of allergies and food sensitivities we encounter, we do not provide food to participants and campers. Hammond Summer Programs will have a variety of snacks, drinks and other foods available for purchase each day at the Snack Shacks located on campus. The Snack Shacks are located at the Hammond Baseball Stadium concession stand and at the Hawk’s Nest.

Is lunch provided by Hammond Summer Programs?Hammond Summer Programs does not provide lunch to campers and participants, but lunches may be brought from home or pre-ordered a week in advance through our lunch program.

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