chandler | signature camps parent guide · for all program activities. no sandals, fl ip fl ops, or...

Mayor Kevin Hartke and the Chandler City Council

20192019201920192019

CHANDLER | SIGNATURE CAMPS

PARENT GUIDE

SUMMER

CAMPSBREAK

Dear Parents and Guardians:

Welcome to the City of Chandler’s Signature Camps! We have worked very hard to create educational, enjoyable, and memorable programs while your kids are out of school. To ensure the success of these programs and the safety of our campers, we ask that all parents and campers read through the information provided in this guide.

Though each week of camp and the trips are unique unto themselves, our overriding policies and guidelines arenot.InthisparentguideyouwillfindalistofPoliciesandGuidelinesthatweaskallparents,campers,andstafftofollow.PleasetakeafewmomentstoreaditoverandthensignthePolicyAcknowledgementandEmergency Forms in this guide.

If you have any questions please contact the Program Coordinator for the site that you have registered for, all contacts are listed below.

Thank you for your cooperation and we look forward to another fun session of camp!

Sincerely,

Chandler Camp Staff

SUMMER

CHANDLER’S Signature Camps at COMMUNITY CENTER � 125EastCommonwealthAvenue|Chandler,AZ85225 � MailStop501,P.O.Box4008 Chandler,AZ85244-4008 � CustomerServiceCounter|480-782-2727 � Fax|480-782-2734 Trevor Groth, Program Coordinator 480-782-2730|[email protected]

�chandleraz.gov/community-center

ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION CENTER � 4050E.ChandlerHeightsRd.|Chandler,AZ85249 � MailStop420,P.O.Box4008 Chandler,AZ85244-4008 � CustomerServiceCounter|480-782-2890 � Fax|480-782-2888 Dexter Belling, Program Coordinator 480-782-2895|[email protected]

�chandleraz.gov/eec

SNEDIGAR RECREATION CENTER � 4500S.BashaRd.|Chandler,AZ85248 � MailStop502,P.O.Box4008 Chandler,AZ85244-4008 � CustomerServiceCounter|480-782-2640 � Fax|480-782-2644 Teo Ruiz, Program Coordinator 480-782-2641|[email protected]

�chandleraz.gov/snedigar

TUMBLEWEED RECREATION CENTER � 745E.GermannRd.|Chandler,AZ85286 � MailStop503,P.O.Box4008 Chandler,AZ85244-4008 � CustomerServiceCounter|480-782-2900 � Fax|480-782-2929

Abel Mendoza, Interim Program Coordinator 480-782-2913|[email protected]

�chandleraz.gov/tumbleweed

CHANDLER SIGNATURE CAMPS | 2019 PARENT GUIDE

CHANDLER SIGNATURE CAMPS | 2019 PARENT GUIDE

TABLE OF CONTENTSIntroduction

Welcome LetterSignature Camp Locations and Contact Information

Policies and ProceduresRefunds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Absences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Extended Illnesses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Inclusion and Participation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Code of Conduct & Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Safety Concerns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Communication with Parents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Behavior Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Photographing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Medication Administration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Lost and Found . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Program Dress Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Participant Drop-off and Pick-up

Drop-off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Late Drop-off/Early Pick-up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Alternate Pick-ups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Lunch/Snack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Field Trips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Swimming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Sunscreen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

FormsEmergency Contact . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Policy Acknowledgment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5Swimming/Sunscreen Permission Slip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Site Specific Community Center (CC)

Additional Details . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Field Trips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Field Trips Permission Slip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Environmental Education Center (EEC)Additional Details . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-11 Field Trips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11Field Trips Permission Slip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Snedigar Recreation Center (SRC)Additional Details . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Field Trips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Field Trips Permission Slip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Tumbleweed Recreation Center (TRC)Additional Details . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16-17Field Trips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17Field Trips Permission Slip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

CHANDLER SIGNATURE CAMPS | 2019 PARENT GUIDE 1

POLICIES AND PROCEDURES

REFUNDS• If the Recreation Division cancels a session, a full refund or

transfer will be issued. • Program fees paid by credit card, check, or cash will be

refunded within two to four full business weeks after approval by the Program Coordinator.

• Refunds will be made only to the original payee or credit card holder.

• Participants are enrolled in the program on a weekly basis. • 100%refundswillonlybegrantedifrequested48hours,or

more, in advance of program start. This policy is enforced so that we can plan supplies and activities properly.

ABSENCESRefunds are not available for vacations, special events, short-termillnessesoffourdaysorless,orotherpersonalcommitments that prevent attendance.

EXTENDED ILLNESSESArefundmaybeavailableforanextendedillnessoffiveormoreconsecutive program days: and a doctor’s note and written note from the parent or guardian explaining the situation must be receivedwithineightworkingdaysfromthefirstdayofabsence.Upon review, participants may receive a prorated refund for the unused days.

INCLUSION AND PARTICIPATIONThe Department welcomes the participation of children andadults,includingthosewithdisabilities.Areasonableaccommodation should be requested two (2) weeks in advance. ContactCollettePratherat480-782-2709viavoiceorAZRelayat711.Staffisnotabletoprovideservicesofapersonalnature,such as assistance in eating, toileting, or dressing. Participants are welcome to bring a caregiver or aide, if they need assistance with these activities.

CODE OF CONDUCT AND SAFETYThe City of Chandler Community Services Department strives to maintain an atmosphere of camaraderie, courtesy, and respect. To ensure the safety and enjoyment of everyone in our recreational facilities, classes, programs, and activities, participants are expected to conduct themselves in an appropriate manner, at all times.Appropriatebehaviorincludestheabilityandwillingnesstofollowinstructionsandtointeractpositivelywithotherindividuals.Staffwilldiscussbehaviorsofconcernwithaparticipantandhis/herfamily, when necessary.Unsafe or unacceptable behavior will not be tolerated from anyone visiting a facility or participating in any City of Chandler class,program,oractivity.AnypersonactinginappropriatelymaybesubjecttoProgressiveDisciplineActionSteps,whichmayinclude revocation of the privilege of using department facilities or participating in departmental activities, classes, or programs for a period of time (including a permanent ban), as determined bystaff,basedonthecircumstancesofaspecificincident.Please inquire at the front desk to view the Code of Conduct and Safety in its entirety.

SAFETY CONCERNS• Parents/Guardiansareresponsibleforthewelfareoftheir

child(ren) prior to and after the program in which the child is enrolled.

• Participantsshouldnotbedroppedoffbeforetheprogramstarttimenorshouldtheparent/guardianleavetheparticipant past the end of the program hours.

COMMUNICATION WITH PARENTS• Theprogramstaffiscommittedtocommunicatingwithparentsabouttheirchild’spositiveand/ornegativebehaviors.Theremaybeaformattachedtoyoursign-outsheet at the end of the day.

• If at anytime you do not understand the comments on the form, please talk with the Program Coordinator or program staffabouttheincident.


BEHAVIOR POLICY• Our purpose is to provide recreation for youth of various

ages. Since we’re here to have fun, we take problems seriously.

• We log all behavior incidents, and if incidents are serious and/orfrequent,wewilltalktotheparent/guardian,eitheron the phone or in person.

• Aftereachincidentthatwarrantsparent/guardiancontact,wewillconsiderita“strike.”Afterafirststrike,aBehaviorContractwillbeestablishedand/orreviewed.Afterthreestrikes, participants will be asked to leave the program and willnotbegivenarefund.Atthediscretionoftheprogramcoordinator, campers who are asked to leave the program may not be permitted to enroll in future sessions.

• IncidentReportofChildAbuse-ArizonaStateLaw/CodeSection13-3620,8-201statesmandatoryreportingrequired by a physician, resident, dentist, chiropractor, medical examiner, nurse, psychologist, social worker, schoolpersonnel,peaceofficer,parent,counselor,clergy/priest. The Recreation Division will notify the Chandler PoliceDepartmentVictimServicesUnitat480-782-4535ofallissuesrelatingtotheArizonaStateLawofChildAbuse.

• This policy is set in place in order to ensure safety and to preventbehaviorproblemsforallparticipantsandstaffmembers. If you have any questions, please speak to camp staff.

PHOTOGRAPHING• Photographs and videotaping of youth participating in theprogramisdiscouragedbyparents/guardians,and/orvisitorsduetotheconfidentialityofthechild(ren)present.

• Photographs and video footage taken of your child(ren) as a result of participation in activities of the program may be usedinpromotionalmaterials.Pleaseinformprogramstaffbefore your child attends, if you do not want your child’s photo or video to be taken.

MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION• Recreationstaffandrepresentativesarenottrainedor

permitted to provide medication administration services to program participants.

• If you require assistance with medication administration during participation in one of our programs, you will need to make arrangements to have a caregiver provide such services for you.

• Participants’self-administrationofmedicationswillbepermitted only in accordance with an approved, in advance, RequestforReasonableAccommodation.

• Medications covered by this policy include, but are not limitedto,allprescriptionandover-the-counterdrugs,inhalers,andepinephrineauto-injectors(e.g.,EpiPens).

• Any questions regarding the administration of medications should be directed to your site’s Program Coordinator.

LOST AND FOUNDLostandfoundislocatedattheGuestServicesCounter.Twoweeks after the program ends, unclaimed lost and found items will be given to charity. The program is not responsible for any items lost during the program.NO TOYS OR ELECTRONICS PERMITTED IN CAMP!Toys, electronic games, and cell phones are distracting to the program. If they need a cell phone, it should remain in abackpackandnooneshouldknowtheyhaveit.Staffwillconfiscateitemsforparentpick-upONLY!

PROGRAM DRESS CODE• Participants should wear comfortable clothing such as a t-shirtandjeans.Weplayactivegamesandexploretheoutdoors.Yourchildwillgetdirty,wet,painted,and/ormessy. Do not send them in their best clothes.

• Athleticorsoftsoledshoes(NON-MARKINGwithCLOSEDTOED,LACED,BUCKLED,ORVELCROCLOSED)arerequiredforallprogramactivities.NOsandals,flipflops,orCrocs.

• To reduce the amount of lost and found, please have your child(ren)’s clothing marked with their name on it.

PARTICIPANT DROP-OFF & PICK-UP • Our signature camps are a drop-in program. Children

may come and go under their own volition.• Please refer to your camp site’s detail pages for specifi c

drop-off and pick-up times. • Aparticipantmaybedroppedofforpickedupanytime

between their scheduled program times, depending on the session for which they are registered for.

• Afterthreeincidentsofearlydrop-offsorlatepick-ups,yourchild will be removed from the program with no refund.

DROP-OFF• Parents are to walk their children in and out of the building duringdrop-offandpick-up.

• Staffwillhaveatablewithsignin/outformsinsideofthecamp facility. Please sign each child in and out properly.

LATE DROP-OFF/EARLY PICK-UP• Please notify the Program Coordinator when you will be droppingoffyourcamperafterthestarttimeorpickinguppriortotheestablishedpick-uphours.

• Althoughwetrytohavesomeoneintheofficeatalltimes,occasionallyweareawayfromthesign-inarea.

• Forlatedrop-offsyouwillbeaskedtoremainwithyourchild until the group returns or arrangements can be made tomeetupwiththegroup.Forearlypick-upstheremaybea delay.

ALTERNATE PICK-UPS• If someone will be picking up your participant who is not

a parent or legal guardian, we ask that you list that person asan“alternatepick-up”ontheEmergencycontactform.

• Allemployeesreservetherighttoaskforidentificationandrefuseapick-uptounauthorized individuals.


LUNCH/SNACK• Pleasemakesureyourchild(ren)eatawell-balancedmeal.

The program does not provide breakfast, lunch, or snack.• Participantsmustprovidetheirownnon-perishablelunch

and snack. Please refer to each site’s daily schedule for lunch and snack times.

• RefrigerationandmicrowaveuseisNOTavailableforindividual lunches.

• Pleasenotifystaffofany food allergies your child(ren) may have.

• Parent/Guardiansarewelcometohavelunchwiththeirchild(ren).

FIELD TRIPS• The City of Chandler would like to have the parents as

informed as possible. If ever a question or problem arises, please feel free to contact or talk to the program coordinator ofyoursiteoranyoftheprogramstaff.Wetrytoimprovetheprogram each year using your input.

• All half-day participants will attend the fi eld trip(s) and will need to adjust their schedule according to the departure and arrival times.

• Staffisnotresponsiblefortheeachchild’spersonalbelongings.

• Ifyouelecttonotsendyourchildonafieldtripyoumustmake arrangements to have them picked up prior to departureofthefieldtrip.NOSTAFFwillbeleftbehindtowatchchildrenwhoarenotattendingthefieldtriporswimday.

• Please refer to your camp site’s detail pages for specifi c fi eld trip destinations and information.

TRANSPORTATION• Ontripsand/orpooldays,14passengerbusesareusedto

transport participants to the location.• Alldrivershavecompleteddefensivedrivertrainingwith

the City of Chandler.• Thebuseshavelapseat-beltsthatmustbewornbyall

passengers.• These buses do not require booster seats for children who

would typically require one in a smaller vehicle.• Wheelchair transportation can be provided with at least

two weeks in advance notice.

SWIMMING• Open swim dates, times, and seasons are site specifi c.

Please refer to your camp site’s detail pages for specifi c information.

• Allparticipantsmustbringaswimsuit,towel,andsunscreen.• Allparticipantswillberequiredtocompleteaswimtestprovidedbytheaquaticstaffpriortoswimmingatthepool.Participants who do not pass will be restricted to swim in thezerodeptharea.

• Masks,snorkels,fins,waterwings,vests,andswimtoysarenot allowed. Goggles are not required but encouraged.

• Participants have the opportunity to change into their swimsuits prior to swimming. If your child wears their swimsuit to the program, please have them bring their undergarments to change into after swimming. Wet swimsuits are not advisable for participants to stay in all day due to health concerns.

SUNSCREEN• Please send your child to the program with waterproof

sunscreen (25 SPF or higher), with their name clearly marked on it. The program does not dispense sunscreen due to differentneedsandallergies.

• Helpful suggestion: Try applying all day waterproof sunscreen on your child(ren) before they leave for the program.

• Our counselors will help participants that cannot apply sunscreen by themselves with a signed approval form.

SELECT THE SEASON Summer Fall Winter SpringEMERGENCY CONTACT

I, ________________________________________________________,theparent/legalguardianoftheparticipant(s)listedbelow:

Child’s Name Program child will be participating in1. ______________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________

2. ______________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________

3. ______________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________

4. ______________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________

givepermissionforemergencymedicalservicetobeadministeredtomychild/participantlistedabove.Iunderstandthat the City of Chandler does not carry accident insurance for these programs. I agree to indemnify and hold harmlesstheCityofChandlerfromalllossesorinjuriessustainedduringmychild’s/youth’sparticipation.Ialsogivepermissionforanyphoto/videotakenofmychild/participanttobeusedbytheCityofChandler.

Parent/GuardianSignature: ____________________________________________________________ Date: ____________________________

Parent/Guardianemailaddress: __________________________________________________________________________________________

In case of emergency, please contact: (Please print)PARENT/GUARDIAN CONTACT SECONDARY CONTACTName: ______________________________________________________ Name: ____________________________________________________

CellNumber: _______________________________________________ CellNumber: _____________________________________________

HomeNumber: ____________________________________________ HomeNumber: ___________________________________________

Relationship: _______________________________________________ Relationship: ______________________________________________

In case of emergency, please list child’s address: __________________________________________________________________________________

TheCityofChandlerintendstocomplywiththeAmericanswithDisabilitiesAct(ADA). Torequestareasonableaccommodation,pleasecontactCollettePratherat(480)782-2709atleasttwoweeksinadvance.

List any physical disabilities/conditions or allergies to food or medications known: _______________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Doctor’sName: ___________________________________________________PhoneNumber: _______________________________________

Staff cannot administer any medication. The City of Chandler will not store medication and is not responsible or liable for any medication your child requires.

Alternate Pick-ups:(Pleaselistthenamesandcontactinformationforpeoplepermittedtopick-upyourchild.)If someone other then myself will be picking my child up from class I will notify staff in writing and that person will be required to show photo ID before my child will be released. Name Relation to Child Phone Number1. ________________________________________________ ______________________ ______________________________________________

2. ________________________________________________ ______________________ ______________________________________________

3. ________________________________________________ ______________________ ______________________________________________



PARENTS: Please read the attached information regarding our program policies. When you have read them, please sign this acknowledgement sheet.

I, _______________________________________________________________ , the parent/legal guardian of the participant(s) listed below:

1. _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

2. _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

3. _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

4. _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

have read and understand the Parent Guide, Inclusion and Participation, Code of Conduct and Safety, Behavior policy, Drop-off/Pick-up policy, and the Refund policy. My child(ren) and I will adhere to these policies/guidelines for the duration of the program. I attest to the fact that my child is of the appropriate age to attend the camp I am registered for.

Parent/Guardian Signature: _________________________________________________________________ Date: _____________________________

POLICY ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

SELECT THE SEASON Summer Fall Winter Spring

SWIMMING/SUNSCREEN PERMISSION SLIPSWIMMING PERMISSION

I, _______________________________________________________________ , the parent/legal guardian of the participant(s) listed below:

1. ______________________________________________________________________________________

2. ______________________________________________________________________________________

3. ______________________________________________________________________________________

4. ______________________________________________________________________________________

give permission for my child/participant to go swimming with the program. I understand that the City of Chandler does not carry accident insurance for these programs. I agree to indemnify and hold harmless the City of Chandler from all losses or injuries sustained during my child’s/youth’s participation.

I understand staff will not be left behind at the facility in order to ensure that the staff-to-par-ticipant ratio is met. All participants in attendance will attend the swim trip.

I also give permission for any photo/video taken of my child/participants to be used by the City of Chandler.

____________________________________________________________________________________________________Parent/Guardian Signature Date

SWIM TEST? YES NOAll participants will complete a swim test provided by the aquatic staff prior to swimming at the pool. Participants who do not pass or opt out of the test, will be restricted to swim in the zero depth area.

SUNSCREEN PERMISSION

I, _______________________________________________________________ , the parent/legal guardian of the participant(s) listed above give permission for a program leader of the same sex as my child to apply sunscreen to my child in the presence of another program leader.

The purpose of sunscreen is for the safety of the participants and encouragement of proper protection from the sun before open swimming and/or any outdoor activity.

____________________________________________________________________________________________________Parent/Guardian Signature Date


SELECT THE SEASON Summer Fall Winter Spring

CHANDLER SIGNATURE CAMPS | 2019 CC CAMP DETAILS 7

COMMUNITY CENTER (CC)SITE SPECIFIC ADDITIONAL DETAILSDAILY SCHEDULE

YOUTH PROGRAM (AGES5-12)

7–7:55a.m. Free Play

8–8:25a.m. LargeGroupActivity

8:30–9:20a.m. Breakout Session 1


10:20–10:35a.m. Snack Break

10:40–11:30a.m. BreakoutSession3

11:35–11:55a.m. LargeGroupActivity

Noon–12:55p.m. Lunch/FreePlay

1–1:25p.m. LargeGroupActivity

1:30–2:20p.m. Breakout Session 1


3:20–3:35p.m. Snack Break

3:40–4:30p.m. BreakoutSession3

4:35–4:55p.m. LargeGroupActivity

5–6p.m. Free Play

SWIMMING• Open-swimisscheduledatHamiltonAquaticCentereveryTuesdayfromnoon-3:45p.m.

• Lunchwillbeeatenbeforeleavingforthepoolonswimdays.

PARTICIPANT DROP-OFF & PICK-UP YouthProgramwillmeetintheMultipurposeRoom#109.

ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE TIMES

FULLDAY MORNINGHALFDAY

AFTERNOONHALFDAY

Doors Open 7a.m. 7a.m. 1 p.m.

ActivitiesStart 8a.m. 8a.m. 1 p.m.

ActivitiesEnd 4:55 p.m. 11:55 a.m. 4:55 p.m.

Latest Pick-Up 6p.m. Noon 6p.m.


FIELD TRIP LOCATIONS AND INFORMATIONDATE & TIME LOCATION DESCRIPTION ADDITIONAL INFO

Every TuesdayDepart:NoonReturn:3:45p.m.

Hamilton AquaticCenter

Each Tuesday, campers will go to HamiltonAquaticCenterforSwimDay.

Mustbringswimsuit,sunblock,towel,flip-flops,or“swim-socks”.Lunchwillbeeatenbeforeleaving for the pool.

Week 1: June 7Depart:8:30a.m.Return:12:30p.m.

Summer Camp Color Run

Tumbleweed Park745E.GermannRd.Chandler,AZ85286

Campers can participate in a 1km funrun/walkwithcampersfromtheother Chandler Recreation Signature Camps.Aftertherun/walk,camperswillenjoygamesandapizzalunchwith their friends.

Please make sure child is wearing athletic shoes and appropriate clothing.


Gravity Extreme Zone

190S.KyreneRd.#5Chandler,AZ85226

Campers will go this extreme indoor playground park for the afternoon.

Additionalwaiverrequired,pleasemakesureyou child is dressed in athletic attire for the day.

Week 3: June 19Depart: 11 a.m.Return:2:30p.m.

Jumpstreet Chandler

455 E. Warner Rd. Chandler,AZ85225

Campers will enjoy their afternoon bouncing around in this indoor trampoline park.

Additionalwaiverrequired,pleasemakesureyouchild is dressed in athletic attire for the day.

Week 4: June 26Depart: 10:15 a.m.Return:3:15p.m.

Sunsplash 155W.HamptonAve.

Mesa,AZ85210

Campers will head to the waterpark foradayoflazyrivers,waterslides,and wave pools!

Mustbringswimsuit,sunblock,towel,flip-flops,or swim socks. Each camper should bring a sack lunch for this trip

Week 5: July 3 Depart:9:30a.m.Return1:30p.m.

Skateland USA 1101 W. Ray Rd.

Chandler,AZ85224

Campers will visit Skateland for a STEM lesson, lunch, and fun in the roller rink!

Please have your child wear comfortable clothingfortheday.Pizzalunchwillbeprovidedfor this trip

Week 6: July 11Depart:8:30a.m.Return:11:30a.m.

Summer Soak-tacular at


Beat the heat with the ultimate summer soak party. From an adrenaline-pumpingwatermazeandlife-sizedslipn’slidetosplashysprinklers, it’s the perfect way to cool down.

Mustbringswimsuit,sunblock,towel,flip-flops,or“swim-socks”.

Week 7: July 17 Depart:NoonReturn3:30p.m.

Harkins Crossroads 2980E.GermannRd.Chandler,AZ85286

Campers will head to Harkins to enjoy the afternoon with a movie!

Kids Combo Vouchers will be provided to each participant which includes a kid's popcorn box, fruit snack, and small soft drink. Participants can bring additional money if they would like.

COMMUNITY CENTER (CC)CONTINUED


COMMUNITY CENTER CAMP (CC) FIELD TRIPS PERMISSION SLIP Inorderfortheparticipant(s)listedbelowtoattendfieldtripsscheduledfortheprogramforthesitelistedabove,thisformmustbesigned by a parent or legal guardian of the child(ren).

Also,pleaseindicatewhichfieldtripsyourchild(ren)willbeattending,byselectingeither“Yes”or“No”intheappropriatebox.

To ensure the staff-to-participant ratio is met for the field trips, staff will not be left behind at the facility. All participants in attendance that day will attend the field trip or swim trip.

FIELD TRIPS SCHEDULED ARE:

LOCATION DATE ATTENDING?

SwimDaysatHamiltonAquaticCenter Every (Tu) Tuesday Yes No

Summer Camp Color Run at Tumbleweed Park (F)June7 Yes No

GravityExtremeZone (W) June 12 Yes No

Jumpstreet Chandler (W)June19 Yes No

Sunsplash (W)June26 Yes No

SkatelandUSA (W)July3 Yes No

SummerSoak-tacularatTumbleweedPark (Th) July 11 Yes No

Harkins Crossroads (W)July17 Yes No

Pleaselistallparticipantsthathavepermissiontoattendanyfieldtrips:

1. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________

2. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________

3. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________

4. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________

I, _______________________________________________________________ ,theparent/legalguardianoftheabovelistedparticipant(s),givepermissionformychild(ren),listedabove,toattendanyofthefieldtripsscheduledfortheprogram.IunderstandthattheCityofChandler does not carry accident insurance for these programs. I agree to indemnify and hold harmless the City of Chandler from alllossesorinjuriessustainedduringmychild’s/youth’sparticipation.Ialsogivepermissionforanyphoto/videotakenofmychild/participants to be used by the City of Chandler.

Parent/GuardianSignature: _________________________________________________________________ Date: _____________________________

SELECTTHESEASON Summer Fall Winter Spring

CHANDLER SIGNATURE CAMPS | 2019 EEC CAMP DETAILS 10

ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION CENTER (EEC) SITE SPECIFIC ADDITIONAL DETAILSNATURE CAMPSNatureCampsaredesignedandofferedasone-week(M-F),all-daysessionstoshowcaseaparticularnaturetheme.Sometraditionallearningtakesplacebutthemajorityofcampiscomprisedofhands-onactivitiessuchasgames,crafts,hikes,andexperiments.Naturecampisdesignedtogiveparticipantsasafeplacetodiscover,imagine,andgrowduringtheweeksthattheChandlerSchoolDistrict is not in session.

DAILY SCHEDULECAMP DAILY SCHEDULE (AGES 6-12)

7-8:30a.m. Drop-offandFreePlay

8:30–9a.m. Daily Introduction

9–10:30a.m. StructuredActivities


10:45a.m.–noon StructuredActivities

Noon–1p.m. LunchandMovie

1–3p.m. StructuredActivities

3–3:15p.m. Snack Break

3:15–4:30p.m. StructuredActivities

4:30–6p.m. Pick-upandFreePlay

* Field trips and other opportunities may occasionally change the schedule. These exceptions will be noted during registration or communicated to parents in advance. Example: During Summer session campers will swim at the pool . See following page for dates and times.

CAMP WEEKLY THEMESTravel the world this summer to visit a new continent each week. Students will take a fun look the culture, history, and natural elements that make each continent wonderfully unique.

Week1:June3-7•NorthAmerica

Week2:June10-14•SouthAmerica

Week3:June17-21•Antarctica

Week4:June24-28•Europe

Week5:July1-5*•Asia

Week6:July8-12•Africa

Week7:July15-19•Australia*No program July 4

NATURE TRIPSNatureTripsaredesignedassingledayofferingstogetoutandexplorenature,science,andoutdooractivitiesinanewplace.Thesetripsutilize14passengerminibussestotransportparticipantsonanexcitingfieldtrip.NaturetripsarescheduledduringTeacherInservice/Workdaystoprovidefunopportunitiesontheseindividualdayswhenschoolisout.Theprogramrunsfrom8a.m.to5p.m.toprovidesupervisionforworkingfamilies.

TRIPS DAILY SCHEDULE (AGES 6-12)

8-9a.m. Drop-offandFreePlay

9-10a.m. Pre-tripActivityandDeparture

10a.m.-3p.m. Gone on the trip

3-4p.m. ReturnandPost-tripActivity

4-5p.m. Pick-upandFreePlay

DATE LOCATION TOPIC

May30 Phoenix Herpetological Society Reptiles

May31 Pangaea Dinosaurs

July 22 Biosphere II Behind the Scenes


SWIMMING – SUMMER SESSION ONLYOpen-swimisscheduledatHamiltonAquaticCentereveryTuesdayfrom12:30-4p.m.

WATER BOTTLE• There will be a large cooler of ice water that campers can refilltheirwaterbottlesat.Staffwillfrequentlyremindcampers to drink water.

• Every child must have a full water bottle to bring on hikes.

TRIP DELAYS• Weplaninextratimefortrafficdelays,butifparticipantsare

expected to return after 4 p.m. we will do our very best to inform parents in a timely manner.

• YoucancalltheEECfrontdeskfortravelupdatesat (480)782-2890.

PARTICIPANT DROP-OFF & PICK-UP • CamperswillmeetinPaintedDesertClassroomRoom#112.• TheEECwillallowparentstoutilizethebusdropofflocation,justsouthofthemainfacilityentrancefordrop-offandpick-up only. For an accurate depiction of this location, please see the map.

• Participantscanbedroppedofflateorpickedupearly,however you may need to wait for some program activities toconclude.Forexample;hikesintheparkcanlastupto30minutes and you may need to wait until the group returns.

• OnNatureTripsandPoolDaysparticipantsmustbeontimeandcan’tbepicked-upuntilparticipantsreturntotheEEC.

ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE TIMESNATURECAMP NATURETRIPS

Doors Open 7a.m. 8a.m.

ActivitiesStart 8:30a.m. 9a.m.

ActivitiesEnd 4:30p.m. 4 p.m.

Latest Pick-Up 6p.m. 5 p.m.

ALTERNATE PICK-UP LOCATIONSIf you wish to pick up a participant at a location other than the EECpleasecontactDexterBellingatleastthree(3)businessdays in advance with your request. We may not be able to accommodate your request due to travel itineraries but we will do our best.

ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION CENTER (EEC)CONTINUED

FIELD TRIP LOCATIONS AND INFORMATIONDATE & TIME LOCATION DESCRIPTION ADDITIONAL INFO

Every TuesdayDepart:12:30p.m.Return: 4 p.m.















ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION CENTER (EEC) FIELD TRIPS PERMISSION SLIP Inorderfortheparticipant(s)listedbelowtoattendfieldtripsscheduledfortheprogramforthesitelistedabove,thisformmustbesigned by a parent or legal guardian of the child(ren).









1. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________

2. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________

3. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________

4. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________




CHANDLER SIGNATURE CAMPS | 2019 SRC CAMP DETAILS 13

SNEDIGAR RECREATION CENTER(SRC)-SPORTSCAMPSITE SPECIFIC ADDITIONAL DETAILSDAILY SCHEDULE



8:35–9:10a.m. Rotation 1

9:15–9:55a.m. Rotation 2

10–10:30a.m. Snack Break

10:35–11:10a.m. Rotation3

11:15a.m.–noon Rotation 4

Noon–1p.m. Lunch

1:05–1:50p.m. Rotation 1

1:55–2:40p.m. Rotation 2


3:20–4:05p.m. Rotation3

4:10–5p.m. Rotation 4

5–6p.m. Free Play

Note:Morningandafternoonrotationsaredifferentactivities/games.

SWIMMINGOpen-swimisscheduledatHamiltonAquaticCentereveryTuesdayfrom1-4p.m.

PARTICIPANT DROP-OFF & PICK-UP YouthProgramwillmeetinRoom#506.


FULLDAY MORNINGHALFDAY

AFTERNOONHALFDAY


ActivitiesStart 8:35a.m. 8:35a.m. 1:05 p.m.

ActivitiesEnd 5 p.m. 11:55 p.m. 5 p.m.



SNEDIGAR RECREATION CENTER (SRC)CONTINUEDFIELD TRIP LOCATIONS AND INFORMATION

DATE & TIME LOCATION DESCRIPTION ADDITIONAL INFO

Every TuesdayDepart: 1 p.m.Return: 4 p.m.










Harkins Chandler Crossroads

2980E.GermannRd.Chandler,AZ85286

Catch a summer movie. Each child willreceivetwoslicesofpizzaandadrink for lunch.

If you send your child with additional money for concessions, please place in a plastic bag with the child’s name and the total amount written on the outside of the bag.

Week 3: June 20Depart: 10 a.m.Return: 5 p.m.

Diamondbacks Baseball

401E.JeffersonSt.Phoenix,AZ85004

We will eat lunch at the game. Please pack your child’s lunch in a gallon ziplockbag.Theycanbringintheirlunch plus one sealed water bottle.



AZ ICE2305E.KnoxRd.Gilbert,AZ85296

Campers will enjoy two hours of ice skating.

Please make sure child is wearing appropriate clothing. Sending money with children is optional.

Week 5: July 5Depart:8:30a.m.Return: 1 p.m.

Fat Cats4321E.BaselineRd.Gilbert,AZ85234

Campers will enjoy three hours of bowling, miniature golf, and arcade games. Each child will receive two slicesofpizzaandadrinkforlunch.

Please make sure child is wearing socks and closed-toeshoes.Ifyousendyourchildwithadditional money for concessions, please place in a plastic bag with the child’s name and the total amount written on the outside of the bag.






Week 6: July 12Depart: 1 p.m.Return: 4 p.m.

Stratum Laser Tag1455 S. Stapley Dr.Mesa,AZ85204

Campers will enjoy three hours of laser tag. Each child will receive two slicesofpizzaandadrinkforlunch.

Pleasemakesurechildiswearingclose-toesshoes. If you send your child with additional money for concessions, please place in a plastic bag with the child’s name and the total amount written on the outside of the bag.

Week 7: July 19Depart:8a.m.Return: 2 p.m.

Big Surf Waterpark1500N.McClintock

Dr.Tempe,AZ85281

Camper will enjoy a day at the water park. Each child will receive a hamburger or hot dog, chips, and a soft drink.

Please make sure child is wearing appropriate clothing, brings their suit, a towel, and sunscreen. If you send your child with additional money for concessions, please place in a plastic bag with the child’s name and the total amount written on the outside of the bag.


SNEDIGAR RECREATION CENTER CAMP (SRC) FIELD TRIPS PERMISSION SLIP Inorderfortheparticipant(s)listedbelowtoattendfieldtripsscheduledfortheprogramforthesitelistedabove,thisformmustbesigned by a parent or legal guardian of the child(ren).







Harkins Chandler Crossroads (F) June 14 Yes No

Diamondbacks Baseball (Th) June 20 Yes No

AZICE (F)June28 Yes No

Fat Cats (F) July 5 Yes No


StratumLaserTag (F) July 12 Yes No

Big Surf Waterpark (F)July19 Yes No


1. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________

2. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________

3. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________

4. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________




CHANDLER SIGNATURE CAMPS | 2019 TRC CAMP DETAILS 16

TUMBLEWEED RECREATION CENTER (TRC)SITE SPECIFIC ADDITIONAL DETAILSDAILY SCHEDULE



8–8:25a.m. BigGroupActivity




10:40–11:30a.m. BreakoutSession3

11:35–11:55a.m. BigGroupActivity

Noon–12:55p.m. Lunch/FreePlay

1–1:25p.m. BigGroupActivity





4:35–4:55p.m. BigGroupActivity

5–6p.m. Free Play

TWEEN PROGRAM (AGES10-13)

7:30-8:25a.m. Free Play

8:30-8:55a.m. BigGroupActivity

9-9:50a.m. Breakout Session 1

9:55-10:10a.m. Snack Break


11:10a.m.-noon BreakoutSession3

Noon-12:55p.m. Lunch/FreePlay

1–1:25p.m. BigGroupActivity





4:35–5:30p.m. Free Play

FACILITY MEMBERSHIP/PASSES• Enrollment in the program does not entitle the parent(s) or

child(ren) use of the Tumbleweed Recreation Center facility for any purposes other than the program.

• Participantsand/orparent(s)maypurchasedailypassesasneededattheGuestServicesCounterforyouthages8andolder.Participantsundertheageof8maynotremaininthebuilding without adult supervision.

• To become a pass holder at the TRC, please call Guest ServicesCounterat480-782-2900.

SWIMMINGOpen-swimisscheduledatHamiltonAquaticCentereveryThursdayfrom12:30-3:30p.m.

PARTICIPANT DROP-OFF & PICK-UP • YouthProgramwillmeetintheCottonRoomSouth• Tween Program will meet in the Classroom D.


YOUTH CAMP FULLDAY MORNINGHALFDAY

AFTERNOONHALFDAY


ActivitiesStart 8a.m. 8a.m. 1 p.m.

ActivitiesEnd 4:55 p.m. 11:55 p.m. 4:55 p.m.


TWEEN CAMP FULLDAY AFTERNOONHALFDAY

Doors Open 7:30a.m. 1 p.m.

ActivitiesStart 8:30a.m. 1 p.m.

ActivitiesEnd 4:30p.m. 4:30p.m.

Latest Pick-Up 5:30p.m. 5:30p.m.


TUMBLEWEED RECREATION CENTER (TRC)CONTINUEDFIELD TRIP LOCATIONS AND INFORMATION

DATE & TIME LOCATION DESCRIPTION ADDITIONAL INFO

Every ThursdayDepart:12:30p.m.Return:3:30p.m.


Each Thursday, campers will go to HamiltonAquaticCenterforswimday.


Week 1: June 7Depart:9a.m.Return: noon

Summer Camp Color Run at


Campers can participate in a 1km funrun/walkwithcampersfromthe other Chandler Recreation SignatureCamps.Aftertherun/walk, campers will enjoy games and apizzalunchwiththeirfriends.


Week 2: June 14Depart:9:30a.m.Return: 2 p.m.

Peter Piper Pizza127E.WilliamsFieldRd.

Gilbert,AZ85295

CamperswillenjoyabuffetlunchatPeterPiperPizza.Eachchildwillreceive 10 tokens.

Please make sure child is wearing appropriate clothing. If you send your child with additional money for the arcade, please place in a plastic bag with the child’s name and the total amount written on the outside of the bag.


Diamondbacks Baseball

401E.JeffersonSt.Phoenix,AZ85004

We will eat lunch at the game. Please pack your child’s lunch in a gallonziplockbag.Theycanbringin their lunch plus one sealed water bottle.



Harkins Chandler Crossroads

2980E.GermannRd.Chandler,AZ85286

Catch a summer movie. Each child willreceivetwoslicesofpizzaandadrink for lunch.


Week 5: July 5Depart:8:30a.m.Return: 1 p.m.

Stratum Laser Tag1455 S. Stapley Dr.Mesa,AZ85204

Campers will enjoy three hours of laser tag. Each child will receive twoslicesofpizzaandadrinkforlunch.

Pleasemakesurechildiswearingclose-toesshoes. If you send your child with additional money for concessions, please place in a plastic bag with the child’s name and the total amount written on the outside of the bag.

Week 6: July 11Depart:8:45a.m.Return: 11:15 a.m.



Beat the heat with the ultimate summer soak party. From an adrenaline-pumpingwatermazeandlife-sizedslipn’slidetosplashy sprinklers, it’s the perfect way to cool down.



Fat Cats4321E.BaselineRd.Gilbert,AZ85234

Campers will enjoy three hours of bowling, miniature golf, and arcade games. Each child will receivetwoslicesofpizzaandadrink for lunch.

Please make sure child is wearing socks and closed-toeshoes.Ifyousendyourchildwithadditional money for concessions, please place in a plastic bag with the child’s name and the total amount written on the outside of the bag.


Big Surf Waterpark1500N.McClintockDr.

Tempe,AZ85281

Camper will enjoy a day at the water park. Each child will receive a hamburger or hot dog, chips, and a soft drink.

Please make sure child is wearing appropriate clothing, brings their suit, a towel, and sunscreen. If you send your child with additional money for concessions, please place in a plastic bag with the child’s name and the total amount written on the outside of the bag.


TUMBLEWEED RECREATION CENTER CAMP (TRC) FIELD TRIPS PERMISSION SLIP Inorderfortheparticipant(s)listedbelowtoattendfieldtripsscheduledfortheprogramforthesitelistedabove,thisformmustbesigned by a parent or legal guardian of the child(ren).





SwimDaysatHamiltonAquaticCenter Every (Th) Thursday Yes No


PeterPiperPizza (F) June 14 Yes No

Diamondbacks Baseball (Th) June 20 Yes No

Harkins Chandler Crossroads (F)June28 Yes No

StratumLaserTag (F) July 5 Yes No


Fat Cats (F) July 12 Yes No

Big Surf Waterpark (F)July19 Yes No


1. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________

2. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________

3. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________

4. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________




chandler | signature camps parent guide · for all program activities. no sandals, fl ip fl ops, or...

Documents