sjcc summer camp 2011

Camp Katan Camp Kef Performing Arts Camp

Sports Camp X Camp Specialty Camps

CIT Program

Early Bird RegistrationRegister by April 4 and save up to 9% off camp fees.

NEW THIS SUMMERThree Locations

Mercer IslandBellevue

North Seattle

SummerCamp2011

Welcome to a summer of unlimited fun and adventure: SJCC Summer Camp 2011! This summer we are expanding our camp experience with new programs and locations for all campers around the Puget Sound. We invite you to join us.

We are proud to offer 37 unique camps this summer and to welcome campers at three different locations. We are very excited to announce our partnership with The Jewish Day School of Greater Seattle in Bellevue and Seattle Jewish Community School in north Seattle to bring our camp experience beyond our Mercer Island location. Now you have more choice in terms of camps and locations. The SJCC Summer Camp program has proven to inspire Jewish journeys and create life long connections for our campers and staff members. By moving beyond our Mercer Island campus, while at the same time enriching and adding new summer programs at our Mercer Island location, we are providing our kehila (community) with an exciting line-up of summer choices. SJCC Summer Camps are open to everyone. We encourage all campers to appreciate diversity and celebrate differences. Our professional staff members encourage Jewish values such as tzedakah (helping others), hachnasat orchim (welcoming everyone) and respecting each other. The values we teach, while Jewish in nature, are universal ones all of us can subscribe to.

We carefully screen and then select staff members for their ability to be good leaders and role models. Safety and security continues to be a priority in all our camps. Full time SJCC professionals supervise all of our programs and provide ongoing security training for counselors, specialists and camp directors.

Our summer camp team is a group of talented and caring individuals committed to working with young children and adolescents. Many of our camper’s favorite staff members will return again this summer. We pride ourselves with our low 8-to-1 camper-to-staff ratio to ensure each camper is safe and having the best experience. Summer camp is an important step in any child’s development. SJCC Summer Camps give your child the opportunity to develop physically, emotionally and socially in a safe and nurturing environment. Our camps are dedicated to enriching your child’s summer experiences, fostering friendships and creating lasting memories. SJCC Summer Camp is a tradition steeped in 50 years of experience and history. We trust you will want to be a part of our Summer Camp legacy and we look forward to your child joining our SJCC camp family.

Let the fun begin,

Zach Duitch Matt KorchSJCC Program Director SJCC Youth and Family Program [email protected] 206-388-1990 [email protected] 206-388-0830

CAMP KATANfor children entering kindergarten

Campers will explore art, drama, science, nature, sports, music, storytelling, and daily ruach (spirit). Each three week session will have the following key components: a theme, weekly field trips, special events, and swimming.

In addition, the entire camp culminates with an all camp Shabbat every Friday. Counselors are mature positive role models with day camp experience. They are sure to emphasize Jewish values, Israeli activities and Judaic programming during the camp day.

NEW! New to Camp Katan this year is our half day option. This will allow first time campers coming right out of their half day Pre-K programs to integrate into our summer camp programs at their own pace. Just because they are only here for a half day, they will still have a full days worth of fun!

Typical Day ScheduleA typical day at Camp Katan includes creative Jewish programming, arts and crafts, science and nature, sports, games, stories, Israeli activities, and quiet time that give campers a chance to relax with camp friends. We arrange the schedule so Katan campers will have the chance to explore areas of interest in a nurturing and responsive space. Our half day participants will spend the morning with the Camp Katan, participating in the same activities and programs, but will end their day at 12:30 p.m.

Camp Katan provides younger campers with a wonderful first camp

experience in a program designed just for them. Camp Katan will

introduce all the different aspects of SJCC camping to first-time campers.

LocationsStroum JCC Mercer Island campus - all sessions

NEW! Seattle Jewish Community School - session II

NEW! The Jewish Day School of Greater Seattle - session III

TimesFull day option: Monday though Friday, 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

NEW! Half day option: Monday through Friday, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

DatesSession I: June 20-July 8 (no camp on Monday, July 4)Session II: July 11-July 29Session III: August 1-19

CostEarly Bird Registration (by April 4)Full day option: $515 per sessionHalf day option: $260 per session

Standard Registration (after April 4)Full day option: $575 per sessionHalf day option: $290 per session

For more informationContact SJCC Enrichment Coordinator Jamie Stults at [email protected] or 206-388-0830.

Our qualified professional staff helps each child learn and grow both academically and socially. Every day in Camp Kef we spend the day participating in sports, arts and crafts, science, nature, cooking and Judaic enrichment. Red Cross certified swim instructors supervise free swim in our heated indoor pool, and lessons are available before and after camp. Each week campers get to hop on a bus and explore the amazing offerings of Seattle in the summer. Field trips include Family Fun Center, local parks, Remlinger Farm, the zoo, hiking in the mountains, an Argosy cruise, and much more.

SJCC Camp Kef provides an enriching summer filled with a wide variety of activities, from sports and Judaics to creative art and nature exploration. We promote an environment of respect, cooperation and caring where children discover new interests and talents.

NEW! SJCC Camp Kef expands this summer, with session II camp at the Seattle Jewish Community School in north Seattle and session III at The Jewish Day School in Bellevue.

ChugimCampers participate in a chug (area of special interest) of their choice every day. There are wide variety of chugim including sports, Judaic projects, arts and crafts, science, nature, cooking, ceramics, kickball, gaga, and drama. Each chugim focuses on a specific project each week, like plaster face masks, candle making, the human body, and more.

CAMP KEFfor children in grades K - 8Imagine fresh air, green grass and sunshine. Add your best

friends and tons of new adventures and you’re dreaming

about Camp Kef. Whether your child is a first time camper

or seasoned veteran, a world of excitement awaits them at

Camp Kef.

SwimmingCampers take to the water two to three times a week for a free swim. If the camper passes the necessary swim tests they can utilize our TurboTwister slide. In addition to free swim, our Red Cross certified instructors also stress safety when in, on or around the water.

Judaic ProgrammingEach year, Israeli counselors spend the summer at SJCC Summer Camps to help us learn more about life in Israel. Campers learn Jewish and Israeli history through stories, song, food, pop culture, and dancing. We incorporate special themes into the program, such as a trip to Israel, a Maccabiah (sports) tournament, falafel making, and Judaic arts and crafts projects.

Every Friday afternoon, each village gathers together to welcome Shabbat with a blessing over the candles, juice, and challah. Some groups bake challah for a Shabbat snack. The impact of Jewish living at camp lasts a lifetime. Friday afternoon pickups will be at the Stroum Jewish Community Center main facility on Mercer Island.

Camp Kef VillagesWe take the utmost care at Camp Kef to place your child with an appropriate group of children of similar age and abilities. Children are grouped into villages according to school grade. Each village has its own special activities. A senior counselor and junior counselor will supervise each group of 10-12 children.

You may request that we group your child with friends of the same age; we will try to accommodate your request but we do not guarantee placement.


NEW! Seattle Jewish Community School - session II

NEW! The Jewish Day School of Greater Seattle - session III

TimesMonday though Friday, 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

DatesSession I: June 20-July 8 (no camp on Monday, July 4)Session II: July 11-July 29Session III: August 1-19

Shemesh Or (sunshine) Grades K-1Camp Shemesh Or is the Camp Kef experience for younger children who enjoy the outdoors in an age-appropriate program that includes swimming, nature, science, Judaic activities, arts and crafts, music, and drama plus weekly field trips, exciting themed programming and a lakefront camp site.

Ofarim (trailblazers) Grades 2-3 Through arts and crafts, drama, sports, science, and Judaics, campers learn to work and play together, make new friends and develop new skills. The summer program includes swimming, chugim (clubs), chofesh (free time), tzrif time (village activities), weekly field trips, and themed programming at a lakefront camp site.

Chalutzim (pioneers) Grades 4-5Campers participate in challenging programs that include Judaics, sports, science, theater, and arts and crafts. Campers will develop new friendships and reconnect with old friends. Chalutzim campers also have the chance to take their own field trips as a group once a week for a more challenging hike or trip in the outdoors.

NEW! Kesher (connections) Grades 6–8 New for the 2011 camp season! We’re bringing together middle school students from around Seattle for a summer of fun. The summer program includes lots of field trips, tikkun olam (repairing the world through community service) activities, team building, Israeli activities structured around pop culture and leadership opportunities in working with younger campers.

CostEarly Bird Registration (by April 4): $515 per sessionStandard Registration (after April 4): $575 per session

For more informationContact SJCC Youth and Family Program Manager Matthew Korch at [email protected] or 206-388-0830.

Typical Daily Schedule

9:30 a.m. Opening Circle - songs, skits and ruach (spirit)

10 a.m. Swim Time - supervised free swim and TurboTwister water slide

11 a.m. Tzrif Time (village activities) – gaga, tag games, stories, icebreakers and team building exercises

Noon Lunch

12:30 p.m. Shira (singing) - song instruction and dancing

1 p.m. Chugim (clubs) - science, nature, art, drama, sports and Judaic enrichment

2 p.m. Afternoon Activity - tie dye, make your own ice cream, water olympics, capture the flag, egg drop and treasure hunts

3 p.m. Chofesh (free time) - kickball, arts & crafts, playground, fun and games

3:30 p.m. Snack Time and Announcements

4 p.m. Closing Circle

SJCC Performing Arts Camp provides young people with enriching summer experiences that develop their social and physical skills, cultivate independence and self-confidence, and challenge their imaginations – all in a Jewish atmosphere. The program is highly structured and requires that every child is motivated to give their full attention and fully participate each day. Performing Arts Camp also participates in outdoor recreation and swimming.

Performing Arts Camp offers children a stimulating summer of workshops in art, dance and drama. The program also includes on-stage performances, weekly field trips, visits from guest artists, and a full-length production in which every actor has a speaking part.

From attending youth productions to strumming the guitar at EMP to learning the art of puppeteers, SJCC Performing Arts Camp encompasses a wide variety of field trips which expand the knowledge of art for each camper. Not only do campers set off to experience these talents, but visitors from Seattle area companies come to teach dance, improv, music and other aspects of the performing arts. Campers receive a well-rounded and dynamic learning experience.

Acting Up and Broadway Bound campers will participate in a one night sleep over at the SJCC each session.

PERFORMING ARTS CAMPfor kids & teens in grades 1 - 10

Performing Arts Camp builds self-esteem and confidence as it

gathers campers into a unified company of performing artists.

This ensemble is built on teamwork, collaboration and fun

as it encourages young artists to learn and grow throughout the summer.

SJCC Center Stage presents

DramaTheatre games as well as drama and vocal exercises help campers learn to express themselves. They will experience theatre “up close” through workshops with professionals from the Seattle theatre community. Workshops may include acting for the camera, stage combat, make-up, and theatre sports.

DanceThrough a study of technique and choreography, campers learn how to break down complicated routines into manageable steps. They gain flexibility, strength and stamina, explore various dance styles, and learn how to survive a dance audition – a must for school musicals.

Theatre ProductionCampers participate in an all-camp production at the conclusion of each camp session. We experience the camaraderie and energy that builds with the unfolding of a performance. In addition, campers have the opportunity to learn about the backstage components of theatre production, including set construction and lighting, as well as sound design and operation.

NEW! Summer Stock:Musical Theatre EditionA new camp for teens in grades 7-10

Is musical theatre your life? Do you watch “High School Musical” and “Glee” and wish that were you? At the SJCC’s brand new Summer Stock Musical Theatre Camp, you can take the first step in building your confidence as a performer and attaining your dreams.

Campers will work towards developing their skills in all areas of performance. Each day campers will participate in acting, dance, and voice training, along with other fun recreational activities. Campers will build the foundation for an incredible culminating performance in the end of the session. Acting classes will focus on improvisation and theatre games, helping young performers take bigger creative risks on stage. Voice classes will help campers develop good vocal technique and use music to tell a story to the audience. In our dance sessions, campers will explore different types of dance and how they apply to musical theatre styles.

This camp is your ticket to making great friends, becoming the “triple threat” as a singer, dancer, and actor and having lots of fun! You will work towards a musical theatre performance that will highlight you and all that you can accomplish!

Summer Stock:For teens in grades 7-10

Summer Stock gives 7th through 10th graders the chance to exhibit their performance skills in a more competitive, intense and demanding work environment.

This is a great opportunity for past SJCC campers to continue the legacy and be a part of the community. It also offers new-comers a great chance to get involved. Campers work in a rehearsal process to develop skills and then showcase their work in a culminating performance.

Days in Summer Stock will be spent rehearsing and using improv/drama games to strengthen acting skills, as well as singing and voice exercises which teach projection and allow campers to bring their work from classroom to the stage confidently. Other workshops include dance and choreography, stage combat, technical skills (lighting, sets and backstage management), stage makeup, and field trips.

The camp program will follow this three-week schedule:Week 1: Auditions, receive scripts: read-throughs and character developmentWeek 2: Blocking/stage directions, set and lighting designWeek 3: Off script, costume fitting, dress rehearsals and performances



Performing Arts DatesSession I: June 20-July 8 (no camp on Monday, July 4)Session II: July 11-July 29Session III: August 1-19

Performing Arts CostEarly Bird Registration (by April 4): $520 per sessionStandard Registration (after April 4): $580 per session

NEW! Summer Stock: Musical Theatre DatesSession I: June 20-July 8 (no camp on Monday, July 4)

Summer Stock DatesSession II: July 11-July 29Session III: August 1-19

Summer Stock CostEarly Bird Registration (by April 4): $520 per sessionStandard Registration (after April 4): $580 per session

For more informationContact SJCC Performing Arts Coordinator Deborah Jacoby at [email protected] or 206-388-0824.

Field TripsSports Camp participants will travel to off campus locations throughout each session. Field trips might include batting cages, a baseball game, the Henry Moses Aquatic Center, local parks and beaches, roller skating, a Sounders clinic, a bike trip, Family Fun Center, Pump It Up, miniature golf, and much more.

Sports OdysseySession I: June 20-July 8 (1, 2 and 3 week options available)Campers will engage in three weeks of sports skills exploring indoor and outdoor activities such as basketball, field hockey, indoor soccer, dodgeball, kickball, tag games, relay races, tee ball and more. The camp day will be broken into gym time and outdoor time. Swimming in the SJCC pool is an option for Sports Odyssey campers. Each week campers will go on a sports or recreational field trip. Trips might include ice skating, Sky High Sports or a local beach.

Games GaloreSession II: July 11-July 29 (1, 2 and 3 week options available)Campers will participate in sports of all sorts during the three weeks of camp. Sports camp kids will travel each day to parks, beaches, local fields, and also spend time in the SJCC gym. Kids will participate in basketball, baseball, soccer, football, disc games, capture the flag, tag games and much more. Each week campers will go on a sports or recreational field trip. Trips might include bowling, skating and stadium tours. Swimming in the SJCC pool is an option for Games Galore campers.

SPORTS CAMPfor children in grades K-6

SJCC Sports Camps encourage participants to make smart choices, meet

new friends, and develop teamwork and good sportsmanship. Campers

increase their confidence through varied games, activities and events.

Sports camp will help develop your child’s coordination and critical

thinking skills. Swimming in the SJCC pool is a part of all sports camps.

Awesome AdventuresSession III: August 1-19 (1, 2 and 3 week options available)Action, wackiness, and down and dirty fun is what this three week camp is all about. Each day campers will enjoy different wild and wacky activities, including water balloon tosses, talent shows, gaga, scavenger hunts, Wacky Olympics, and much more. Swimming in the SJCC pool is an option for Awesome Adventures campers. Each week campers will go on a sports or recreational field trip. Trips might include Family Fun Center, Vasa Park and professional sports outing.

Grades and TeamsWe take the utmost care at sports camps to place your child with children of similar age and abilities. Children are grouped into villages according to school grade; each team has its own special activities. A senior counselor and junior counselor will supervise each group of 10-12 children.

You may request that we group your child with friends of the same age; we will try to accommodate your request but we do not guarantee placement.

LocationsStroum JCC Mercer Island campus and Mercer Islandathletic fields - all sessions


DatesOne, two and three week sessions availableSession I: June 20-July 8 (no camp on Monday, July 4)Session II: July 11-July 29Session III: August 1-19

CostThree WeeksEarly Bird Registration (by April 4): $515 per sessionStandard Registration (after April 4): $575 per session

One WeekEarly Bird Registration (by April 4): $210 per weekStandard Registration (after April 4): $230 per week

For more informationContact SJCC Recreation Manager Jessica Wilkinson at [email protected] or 206-388-0826.

Typical Sports Camp Daily Schedule

A typical day at SJCC Sports Camps includes recreational swimming, sports skills, training exercises, fun and games, weekly field trips, friendly competition, ruach (spirit) challenges, and quiet activities that give campers a chance to relax with camp friends. We arrange the schedule so the daily routine is appropriate to the needs of each age group.

9:30 a.m. Check In - roll call and rules9:45 a.m. Pre-Camp Activity - games such as fire in the forest, jurassic park, indy 500, flying saucers10 a.m. Warm Up/Stretching10:15 a.m. Bus Ride10:45 a.m. Skill Development - one of three weekly sports (football, baseball, soccer), learned with kids of the same age and abilityNoon Lunch/Playground12:30 p.m. Group Games/Contests - all camp games such as capture the flag, dodgeball or townball1:15 p.m. Scrimmages - kids choice between 3-4 sports or games2:15 p.m. Bus Returns2:45 p.m. Swim - supervised free swim and TurboTwister water slide3:45 p.m. Snack Time and Announcements4 p.m. Closing Circle

Are you ready to take your summer experience to the next level? Do you love fun, excitement and adventure? Then come join us. We’ve got three awesome camps that will blow your mind. Do you have what it takes to brave the great outdoors? Then check out our Outdoor Adventure Camp. Need a fun way to beat the heat? Dive into our Surf and Turf Camp. Are you ready to try a sport you have never done before? Try Not Your Average Sports Camp. No matter what you’re interested in, you can customize your summer of fun by choosing your own schedule.

Outdoor AdventureSession I: June 20-July 8 (1, 2 and 3 week options available)Do you have a thirst for adventure? Then come join us as we explore the great outdoors. Campers will develop confidence and increased self-sufficiency while engaging in thrilling activities and exciting adventures such as hiking, kayaking, rock climbing, and horseback riding. We’ll push ourselves to new heights as we navigate trails, traverse treacherous terrain, scale climbing walls, and work together to make it through a ropes course. Still need more thrills? We’ll also take a field trip to play paintball. This camp may also include an overnight camping trip, depending on weather. Field trips are subject to change.

Surf and TurfSession II: July 11-July 29 (1, 2 and 3 week options available)Get ready for some fun and relaxation in the sun. Surf and Turf is all about sunny days and soaking up the rays. We’ll beat the heat with daily trips to local beaches around the area. Activities might include lounging, swimming, kayaking, water fights, paddle boats, dive contests, bocce ball, frisbee golf, and many other fun, easy-going activities. We will also take some special field trips to places like Henry Moses Aquatic Center, Vasa Park, Wild Waves, and Family Fun Center. If you’re ready to have a blast in and out of the water, then come get your feet wet in our Surf and Turf camp.

X CAMPfor tweens in grades 5 - 8WARNING! Once you’ve experienced X Camp at the J,

regular life may seem boring. Once you’ve experienced X

Camp, summer will never be the same again.

NEW! Not Your Average SportsSession III: August 1-19 (1, 2 and 3 week options available)Are you tired of the same old sports? Soccer – so I’m supposed to kick this ball through that goal? What’s the point? Basketball – I throw a ball through a hoop? Who cares? Football – too confusing and too rough. Baseball – boring.

If you’re tired of playing the same old games, then this is the camp for you. There are so many different ways to have fun and get exercise. Those mainstream sports are great, but they’re not for everybody. Why not expand your horizons and learn some new games? You could be the next Olympian in a sport you didn’t even know existed. We’ve got bocce ball, curling, archery, croquet, horseshoes, frisbee golf, broomball, shuffle board, bowling, putt putt, and more. This camp is all about finding out new things that you’re awesome at, so come play with us. All you need is a good attitude and an open mind. We’re going to take the idea of fun and sports and turn them on their head. This is not your average sports camp.



DatesOne, two and three week sessions availableSession I: June 20-July 8 (no camp on Monday, July 4)Session II: July 11-July 29Session III: August 1-19

CostThree WeeksEarly Bird Registration (by April 4): $750 per sessionStandard Registration (after April 4): $810 per session

One WeekEarly Bird Registration (by April 4): $275 per weekStandard Registration (after April 4): $295 per week


Typical X Camp Daily Schedule

9:30 a.m. Check In - roll call and rules

9:45 a.m. Team Building Exercises - relay races, ice breakers, trust walks, group games

10:30 a.m. Morning Adventure - hiking, trailblazing, beach swimming, mountain biking, field trips such as Wild Waves, Henry Moses Aquatics Center

11:30 a.m. Skill Development - soccer, frisbee, golf, archery, bowling, miniature golf

12:30 p.m. Lunch

1 p.m. Afternoon Excursion - paintball, kayaking, rock climbing, horseback riding, Vasa Park, Denny Creek, Rattlesnake Ridge, Family Fun Center, paddle boating

3 p.m. Swim

3:30 p.m. Snack Time and Announcements

4 p.m. Closing Circle

SPECIALTY CAMPSfor kids in grades K - 8

Explore your mind, body and creative side with one-week specialty camps here at the

SJCC. NEW for 2011: we’re working with a number of different organizations to bring

new specialty camps to campers in all age groups! We are also bringing you a brand

new Specialty Camp option, Kids vs. Wild. Our options are perfect for campers going

to sleep away camps or family vacations. When you are home – you belong at the J!

Explore your special interest. The camp day includes a recreational swim.

NEW! Kids vs. WildDo you love to help other people? Do you love the outdoors and saving lives? Then this is the camp for you. Brand new for summer 2011 is our new “Kids vs. Wild” Specialty Camps. Campers will learn CPR, first aid and other skills of the certified lifeguard. In week two, campers will head into the wild to test their new knowledge in real life situations, plus learn useful survival skills like building fires, emergency shelters, and how to signal for help in an emergency. For the final week, participants will relax and do a tour of the Seattle beach scene, from Coulon Beach in Redmond to Alki Beach in West Seattle.

Junior LifeguardsJune 20-24 4th-8th gradeThis one-week camp provides kids with instruction on pool and beach first aid and safety, and CPR and first aid certification. Campers will learn proper guarding techniques and communication strategies. Senior lifeguards will teach campers to use rescue equipment. This camp takes pride in offering a variety of challenging activities in a fun atmosphere. Trips to local pools and beaches are included in the schedule.

NEW! Survival WeekJune 27-July 1 4th-8th gradeTake your CPR and first aid certifications as you take your new survival skills to the trails and mountains around the Puget Sound. You will also learn some of the necessary skills to build fires, make an improvised shelter, and survive in the wild. This class is open to all levels of wildernesses knowledge.

Beach WeekJuly 5-8 (no camp July 4) 4th-8th gradeAfter two weeks of learning to survive, campers will have the chance to swim, relax and explore Seattle’s most beautiful beaches. Swim at Lake Washington’s Coulon Beach, sightsee while you discover Alki Beach, hit the high dive at Green Lake and roast marshmallows at Golden Gardens.

Artiste CampsLove art and can’t get enough? Then join the J as it partners with Discovery Art Studio for a variety of week long themed art camps. We’ll explore crafty ideas and materials for drawing, painting, and sculpting, hand made crafts, and more. Each day will begin with a guided step-by-step drawing or painting lesson based on a variety of themes including animals, landscapes, still life, architecture, and more. Students will learn basic art principles of drawing, painting, color mixing, perspective and composition. Acrylic paint, oil pastel, watercolor, clay, charcoal, and colored pencils are some of the media that will be used. Art supplies are included; be sure to dress to get messy and be sure to bring a swimsuit and snack every day.

NEW! Wild Kingdom/Cartooning & Clay CreationsJuly 11-15 K-2nd gradeJuly 18-22 3rd-5th gradeJuly 25-29 6th-8th gradeWild KingdomCreate WILD art projects! Hike, swim and climb through the great animal kingdoms of the world and learn about the colorful creatures, flowers, trees, and other living things. Create animal sculptures and paper mache puppets, make paintings of a favorite pet, and create Aboriginal art prints. Age appropriate projects will be designed to encourage self-exploration, confidence in art creation and, most of all, imagination and fun during this week brimming with surprises.Cartooning and Clay CreationsAnimation, here we come. Learn about cartooning and animation from basic drawing techniques to expression, movement and action. We’ll draw classic characters from films and comics and develop our own creations too. We’ll look into the world of Manga and sculpt action figures out of polymer clay.

NEW! Magical Garden/DinosaursAugust 1-5 K-2nd gradeAugust 8-12 3-5th gradeMagical GardenDuring this camp, we’ll let nature provide the inspiration as we draw flowers, insects, magical garden fairies, bunnies, and other heartwarming critters. Also, make room in the garden; students

will create outdoor art, too. No garden is complete without a stepping stone, birdhouse or whimsical lawn ornament.Dinosaurs: The World Before Time The always-popular creatures of long ago come to life again as we travel back in time and discover what life was like when dinosaurs ruled the Earth. Explore the Jurassic world of dinosaurs through imagination and drawing, create realistic dinosaur fossils, and construct dinosaur skeletons of your own. You may become a paleontologist by the end of this dinosaur expedition.

NEW! Dinosaurs/Space Aliens August 8-12 3rd-5th gradeDinosaurs: The World Before Time The always-popular creatures of long ago come to life again as we travel back in time and discover what life was like when dinosaurs ruled the Earth. Explore the Jurassic world of dinosaurs through imagination and drawing, create realistic dinosaur fossils, and construct dinosaur skeletons of your own. You may become a paleontologist by the end of this dinosaur expedition.Space Aliens and RobotsBlast off for adventure in this cosmic summer camp where we’ll create art projects that are literally out of this world. Join us as we explore the final frontier – both real and imagined. We’ll have great fun drawing and sculpting alien buddies and vintage and futuristic robots. “Star Wars” fans are encouraged to attend.

KIDS VS. WILD, ARTISTE, BRAINIAC CAMPS

LocationStroum JCC Mercer Island campus - all sessions


CostEarly Bird Registration (by April 4): $279 per weekStandard Registration (after April 4): $299 per week


the theory behind them. You’ll learn all of the basic components and important principles through a series of “learn by discovery” experiments. And you don’t need to know a thing about electricity to get started. Create a car alarm, holiday lights and wearable electronic jewelry! Turn it ON!

Games, Gizmos and GadgetsJuly 18-22 4th-8th gradeFrom Trebuchets to the Air Vortex cannon to your own yo-yo, we play with the physics of propulsion, leverage and trajectory in a safe and sane manner. Make and take home your own secret book and other “spy” goods. How far can you hurl a marshmallow?

NEW! Bigger, Stronger, FasterJuly 25-29 4th-8th gradeCan you build a chair out of cardboard that will hold an adult? How about the rollercoaster of your dreams? If it’s bigger, faster or stronger we’ll build it, run it or launch it. Be ready to use your ingenuity and your wildest imagination to complete these challenges.

Dr. XAugust 1-5 4th-8th gradeBoom! Crackle! Snap! Bang! Pop! Squish! Zap! Not the Invasion from Planet X, it’s Dr. X’s Science Camp. Mix chemicals, make things explode, play with fossils, machines, and dead things (dissection)… what could be better? You don’t want to miss out on having the chance to discover and experience the world of science with Dr. X.

RocketsAugust 8-12 4th-8th gradeBuild and fly your own rockets right here at SJCC Summer Camp! Learn about latitude, longitude, GPS, orbits, and high-tech treasure hunting. We’ll spend the day exploring rocketry and building and launching our own water and compressed air rockets to heights of 200 feet! Then we’ll use GPS to hide and find our own treasures.

RobotsAugust 15-19 4th-8th gradeLearn to build and use robots, from learning basic principles to constructing fully autonomous robots and being able to complete design challenges from the first Lego League competition! Using curriculum designed at Carnegie Mellon University, this class will appeal to those who like to build, design and program.

Junior PhotographyJuly 18-22 K-3rd gradeWe’ll learn all the important aspects of taking pictures, including framing, lighting and composition. We’ll take field trips to many visual locations. This class is designed for younger photographers and no experience is required. Participants must provide their own ready to load film camera or digital camera on the first day of class. Film and developing is provided for film cameras.

PhotographyAugust 15-19 4th-8th gradeLearn about the beginning techniques of photography from a skilled photographer. We’ll discuss lighting, framing and how to capture a good picture. We’ll even take pictures at the zoo. Participants must provide their own ready to load film camera or digital camera on the first day of class. Film and developing is provided for film cameras.

Brainiac Camps NEW! Junior Games, Gizmos and GadgetsJune 20-24 K-3rd gradeCan you be a super spy? Learn how to make invisible ink and make and take home your own secret book and other “spy” goods. Use air and marshmallows as your projectiles for your spy devices.

NEW! Junior RocketsJune 27-July 1 K-3rd gradeIf it shoots high, we want it! We start with straw rockets, balloon-powered cars and simple gliders then graduate to high flying bottle rockets and other surprises. Come enjoy the splashing, whooshing and zooming fun. Imagine building a rocket and shooting it 100 feet into the sky.

NEW! Junior Dr. XJuly 5-8 (no camp on July 4) K-3rd gradeSlime, elephant toothpaste and spinning tops... what do they have in common? Dr. X and his crazy adventures. Learn about chemistry and physics in a fun, engaging way with hands-on experiments and experiences.

Dr. ZapJuly 11-15 4th-8th gradeWant to learn the fundamentals of electronics in a fun and experiential way? We’ll start working on some excellent projects immediately. Build the circuits first, then learn

Jock Camps (Half-Day)The SJCC Summer Camp Program is teaming up this year with Skyhawks. Skyhawks provides a wide variety of fun, safe and positive programs that emphasize critical lessons in sports and life, such as teamwork, respect and sportsmanship. Their programs are designed to give each child a positive introduction into sports while fostering a lifelong love for an active, healthy lifestyle. Skyhawks patient and knowledgeable staff use a variety of skill building games and activities to give each athlete a complete understanding and overview of the sport. Since 1979, Skyhawks has taught over one million boys and girls life lessons through sports.

NEW! BasketballJune 27-July 1 HALF DAY CAMP ONLY 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., K-3rd gradeThis fun, skill intensive program is designed for the beginning to intermediate player. Using our progressive curriculum, staff members focus on the whole player, teaching respect, teamwork and responsibility. An active week of passing, shooting, dribbling, and rebounding makes this one of our most popular programs. Programs under four hours bring water and two snacks. Each participant will receive a T-shirt and merit award.

NEW! VolleyballJuly 5-8 HALF DAY CAMP ONLY9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., K-3rd gradeSkyhawks Volleyball takes the energy and excitement of this great team sport and puts it together into one fun-filled camp. All aspects of the game are taught through drills and exercises that focus on passing, setting, hitting and serving. This co-ed program is designed for the beginning and intermediate player and will incorporate essential life lessons such as teamwork and sportsmanship. Our volleyball staff will assist each athlete in developing fundamental skills of the game through game-speed drills and daily scrimmages aimed at developing the whole player. Participants should bring appropriate clothing including two snacks, a water bottle, gym shoes, knee pads, and sunscreen.

NEW! Cheer CampJuly 25-29 HALF DAY CAMP ONLY9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., K-3rd gradeCheerleading is one of the most popular sports among young girls. Cheerleading gives them a chance to get out and be active, and even compete, all in a non-aggressive way. If you’re interested in helping your kids develop and grow over the summer, a Skyhawks Sports summer cheerleading camp could be just what you’re looking for. Skyhawks Sports offers Cheerleading sports camps for kids in grades K - 3. The camp meets 5 days a week for 3 hours each day. In every class kids learn and perfect skills, participate in cheerleader related games, and perform team routines. At the end of the week everyone participates in a choreographed routine. Every participant in Skyhawks Sports cheerleading camp receives a white t-shirt, pom-poms, and a merit award.

JOCK CAMPS


TimesNEW! Half day option: Monday through Friday, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

CostEarly Bird Registration (by April 4): $125 per sessionStandard Registration (after April 4): $145 per session


Forever Chai is a one week adventure camp. Each day campers will leave the SJCC to participate in field trips.

MondayCoulon Beach for swimming, kickball, parachute games, sand castle contest, cheer-off, fire in the forest, dodgeball, capture the flag, playground, scavenger hunt

TuesdayRemlinger Farm for berry picking, hay rides, roller coaster rides, petting zoo, corn maze, train tour

WednesdayLuther Burbank Park for color war. We will dividethe camp into four different teams for friendlycompetitions - relay races, obstacle course, tug-o-war, pie eating contest, batty batty, three legged race

ThursdayVasa Park for swimming, water slides, diving boards,volleyball, shuffle board, basketball, horseshoes, cool off with Otter Pops

FridayFamily Fun Center for arcade games, bumper boats, laser tag, miniature golf, Kidopolis, Frog Hopper

Field trips are subject to change based on weather, transportation and enrollment.

FOREVER CHAIfor kids in grades K - 6

Forever Chai is a one week adventure camp. Each

day campers will leave the SJCC to participate in

field trips.

TimeMonday though Friday,9:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

DatesAugust 22-26

GradesK-8th grade



A fun filled week, practicing the “FUN-da-mentals” of the game with the most awesome and encouraging staff in town will leave your young hoopster talking about it for the rest of the summer! We are dedicated to youth development, offering this camp to kids aged 8-14 with any skill level. You won’t find any bench-warmers in our camp - EVERYONE makes the team.

We’re all about sharing our love for the sport, and for life, in an active way that helps kids learn without even realizing it. Each day, we practice a basketball skill paired with a life skill (e.g. passing with communication, defense with discipline and work ethic), with fun activities and games. Our “campers” get to try on some “slick” moves while having a ball, changing their “I can’ts” to “I CANs”!

That’s Watts Power!

photos courtesy Watts Basketball

WATTS BASKETBALL CAMPfor kids in grades 3 - 8

Come play with us! Join Husky standout Donald Watts and special guest NBA Legend Slick

Watts for a week long camp with Watts Basketball!

TimeMonday though Friday,9:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

DatesAugust 22-26

Grades3rd-10th grade



The B’nai Brith Youth Organization (BBYO) will co-sponsor the CIT program. BBYO will help facilitate leadership workshops during each session. These workshops will focus on communication, team building and community service. BBYO is known as the largest and most effective provider of identity building and leadership development programs for Jewish teens.

This program guides teens through the transition from camper to leader. Teens gain a better understanding of their strengths and develop their skills working with groups of children. CITs learn the skills necessary to become effective camp counselors.

Our CIT program is built to encourage teens to become role models and leaders in our Jewish community. CIT participants plan programs, lead activities, create projects, teach Judaics, and share responsibilities for a unit of campers. Upon completion, CIT participants will receive a certificate for community service hours.

All prospective CITs will need to complete an interview process before being accepted in the program. CIT trained teens are not guaranteed placement at SJCC Summer Camp as a counselor the following summer. CITs must commit to a minimum of three weeks equaling one camp session to enroll.

DatesSession I: June 20-July 8 – Mercer Island campus

Session II: July 11-July 29 – Mercer Island campus and NEW! Seattle Jewish Community School in north Seattle

Session III: August 1-19 – Mercer Island campus and NEW! The Jewish Day School in Bellevue


For more information, contact SJCC Summer Camp Registrar Beth Rosen at [email protected] or 206-388-1995.

Counselor in TrainingCIT Programfor teens in grades 9 - 10

RegistrationRegistration for SJCC Summer Camp 2011 is available online, or a paper copy of our registration can be printed from the SJCC website,www.sjcc.org. For all non-online registration, please mail your completed forms (one per child) with payment to SJCC Summer Camps, 3801 East Mercer Way, Mercer Island WA 98040. You may also fax your registration to 206-232-7119.

Spaces will not be held without completed registration and payment.

Contact SJCC Summer Camp Registrar Beth Rosen at [email protected] or 206-388-1995 if you have questions.

Camp MembershipIf you are not a current SJCC member, you child can join the SJCC with a Camp membership for just $60 a year. A Camp membership allows you to register your child for summer, winter, and spring break camps, as well as School’s Out vacation days. The membership fee is non-refundable. Registration priority is given to families with children returning to summer camp and children already in Kidstown, our before- and after-school program.

Cancellation PolicyParents who cancel before May 2, 2011, will receive a full refund minus a $50 administrative fee. After May 2, 2011, and before June 1, 2011, parents will receive a 50% refund minus a $50 administrative fee. From June 1, 2011, until the end of camp (August 26, 2011), camp fees are not refundable. Any change made to your camp registration will result in a $25 fee. If the SJCC cancels a camp for any reason, you will receive a credit or a full refund.

Late Camp RegistrationRegistration received within 5 days of start of camp is subject to a $25 per week late fee.

Payment Method To reserve a place for your child at camp, payment must be received in full or through a three-month payment plan (payment cannot be made online). In order to receive the early bird discount you must pay in full. Payment must be by credit card or check. Monthly payments will be processed by on April 1, May 1 and June 1 in equal amounts. If you select the payment plan, you do not qualify for the early bird discount. If you need to make payment arrangements, please contact SJCC Summer Camp Registrar Beth Rosen at 206-388-1995.

Financial AidPlease contact SJCC Summer Camp Registrar Beth Rosen at [email protected] or 206-388-1995 for fee adjustments and scholarship information. Eligibility requirements must be met.

Health and SafetyAs a safety precaution, all children must be signed in every morning and signed out every afternoon. To sign out your camper, you will need to provide photo ID, and be on the campers list of authorized persons to pick up the camper. This form is

required for every camper in camp, and is available online, at www.sjcc.org. Any other drop-off or room arrangements must be cleared in advance and in writing by your child’s camp director. Our staff is CPR and first aid certified. Half of the camp day is spent outdoors, playing, swimming or walking to and from activities. Counselors make sure children apply sunscreen throughout the day; please include sunscreen and a water bottle in your child’s backpack. StaffThe heart of SJCC Summer Camp is our dedicated and caring staff. Staff members are carefully selected for their experience, skills and sensitivity with children. All staff members are required to participate in a training program. Our low camper-to-staff ratio ensures each camper receives personal attention and guidance during their camp experience.

The majority of our staff members spent their summers at SJCC Summer Camps before becoming counselors themselves. Senior counselors have all completed at least one year of college; junior counselors are entering college or are 12th graders who have completed our SJCC Counselor in Training (CIT) program.

CommunicationOur counselors and supervisory staff focus on the growth and learning of each child. In addition, we keep records noting your child’s progress. The camp director is available to answer any questions you may have as well as to discuss your child’s personal growth at the end of the camp session. You can also find up to date schedules and information on our parent’s only camp website which we make available to all our campers and their families. Field Trips Most of our camps include trips away from the SJCC. Vans and buses are used for these activities. Every child is required to wear a SJCC camp T-shirt and bracelet that has our name and phone number on it. The utmost care is taken for the safety of your child. Field trip sites have been prescreened by our staff. Dietary RestrictionsAccording to SJCC policy, lunches and snacks need to be dairy-based, vegetarian or approved fish (tuna fish is OK). Please read the SJCC summer camp parent manual to learn alternate lunch options for your child. This packet is available online at www.sjcc.org. In addition, our facility is peanut-aware; please do not pack peanuts or use peanut butter in lunches or snacks.

TransportationFor the 2011 Summer Camp season, we are offering a number of transportation options. The price to utilize SJCC summer camp transportation service is $25 a week. This summer we will be running a bus plus a number of vans. For all of our routes, we have a limited number of spots, so please let us know if you want to reserve a spot. Please note no transportation is available for Early Childhood Camps.

Bus RoutesThe first stop will be at the SJCC Seattle facility at Temple Beth Am, at 2632 NE 80th Street. The bus service will leave promptly at 8:20 a.m. from the Seattle facility and return at 5 p.m. The bus will head directly to the second stop at the Overlake Transit Center located at NE 40th Street and 156th Ave NE in Redmond (between bay 3 and 4). The bus will arrive at the transit center around 9 a.m. and return at 4:30 p.m. (times may vary based on city traffic).

Van OptionsWe will run 12 passenger vans to the south Seattle/Seward Park area, West Seattle, Madrona, and Magnolia. There are a limited number of seats on each van and each route, so be sure to register early to guarantee your spot. Drop off and pick up locations will be made available in our parent handbook. Younger campers must provide their own car seats. All our vans are driven by one of our trained staff.

A late pick-up charge is $1 per minute. This needs to be paid upfront. If you are running late please notify the bus captain. If you child does not need to be picked up via bus on any given day, the SJCC bus hotline 206-232-7115, ext. 424) must be notified by 7:30 a.m. that day. If you fail to notify the SJCC’s bus hotline you will be required to pay $20 fine per occurrence. Transportation is only available for campers riding 5 days a week. It is mandatory that all campers ride in the morning and afternoon.

Before- and After-Camp Care: Grades K-6Morning Care: M-F, 7:30-9:30 a.m., $50 per weekAfternoon Care: M-Th, 4-6 p.m. (Friday 4-5 p.m.), $50 per week

Before-and after-camp care is available through the SJCC extended day childcare program in Kidstown at the SJCC Mercer Island facility. In Kidstown, campers enjoy a secure and familiar environment before and after their action-packed day at camp. Registration for this program must be made in advance. A $15 fee will be collected at time of service if child enters the aftercare program without proper registration.

During the second session of camp, before- and after-care options will also be available at the Seattle Jewish Community School to accommodate campers at that facility. During the third session, before- and after-care will be available at The Jewish Day School.

Afternoon care closes at 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 5 p.m. on Fridays. The late pick-up charge is $1 per minute. This fee must be paid at time of service or will be automatically charged to your credit card. Morning and afternoon care is only available on a weekly basis.

Summer Swim LessonsSwimming lessons are available before and after camp in the SJCC indoor pool. For information, contact SJCC Aquatics Manager Andrea Selix at [email protected] or 206-388-0821.

If you have questions about SJCC Summer Camps, please do not hesitate to contact SJCC Summer Camp Registrar Beth Rosen at [email protected] or 206-388-1995. We are here to make the summer of 2011 the best for you!

The Stroum JCC is a non-profit agency open to the entire community. The SJCC does not discriminate on the basis of religion, race, or national or ethnic origin in the administration of its educational or admissions policies.

Mercer Islandall sessions3801 East Mercer WayMercer Island, WA 98040206.232.7115

Seattle Jewish Community School Session II (July 11-July 29)12351 8th Avenue NESeattle, WA 98125

The Jewish Day School of Greater Seattle Session III (August 1-19) 15749 NE 4th StreetBellevue, WA 98008

Learn more and register at www.SJCC.org

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