Summer CampAges 3-13

2016 June 20 - August 19

Parents in the Philadelphia area have many camps to choose fromwhen planning for the summer. With these choices comes the responsibility of selecting one that best fits the needs of your child, as well as your own schedule. At Abington Friends School (AFS) you will find summer camp programs that are responsive to theseneeds. For over 45 years the Abington Friends Summer Enrichment Program has been dedicated to providing campers with a truly enriching summer experience. We have a strong andproud tradition of providing programs that generate the smiles and memories that last a lifetime. Here at AFS your child can participate in a variety of camp experiences on our beautiful campus. Whether you choose the traditional day camp, a specialtycamp or an academic camp, our philosophy remains the same: wewant children to be happy and we truly believe they find happinessthrough having fun and making connections in a variety of engaging activities. We invite you to see how a summer at AFS canmake a difference in your child’s life. Be sure to register early. Space is limited! If you are new to Abington Friends and are not familiarwith our campus, I’d be more than happy to take you on a personaltour of our beautiful facilities.

Rusty RegalbutoCamp Directorphone: (215) 576-3996email: rregalbuto@abingtonfriends.net

AFS SummerCamps2016

AFS 2015 Print 1/27/16 5:32 PM Page 2

Specialty CampsLego Robotics Campers will have a blast building, programming and commanding theirown LEGO robots that drive, shoot, slither, walk, spin and more! Developed by the National Robotics Consortium at Carnegie MellonUniversity, this program is specifically designed to use themotivational effects of building robots to teach math, science andengineering concepts. Activities include designing and buildingrobots, learning programming and presentation software, working inteams, mastering tasks, and sharing in robotic challenges with theirfellow students.

Grades: 2 - 4 Dates: July 11 - 15Time: Full day 9am - 3pm Fees: $350 (includes lunch and snack)

Instructed by students and faculty of the award winning AFS Robotics Team.

Minecraft & Java:Explore, learn, problem solve and create amazing and unique worldsusing the popular game Minecraft, a 3D simulation game in whichplayers work to discover resources and use them to craft and build aunique world. By combining instruction in Java coding and gameplaycampers will learn the fundamentals of Java programming and usethem to create resources to add to their Minecraft worlds.

Grades: 5 - 7 Dates: June 27 - July 8 (2 weeks)Time: half-day 9am - 12pm Fees: $450 (includes snack)

(with full day option)*

Instructor: This session will be led by middle school teacher Mark Smith,who has researched, developed, and implemented Minecraft in his socialstudies classroom at AFS to facilitate problem solving, creativity, andthe development of social relationships in an increasingly digital world.

* Round out your day by joining the Day Camp for lunch, swimming and more afternoon activities.Fee: $250/wk

Wearable ArtAre you a fashionista? Design and create your own fabulous fashionsusing sculpting, dyeing, printing, and simple sewing techniques.Campers will explore traditional approaches, like ceramic bead-makingand batik, as well as contemporary, sustainable "up-cycling" to develop asmall collection of original pieces. Projects include ceramic jewelry, up-cycled scarf, and screen-printed t-shirt.

Grades: 3 - 7 Dates: July 27 - July 8Time: 9am - 12pm Fees: $225 (includes snack)(with full day option)

Instructor: This session will be led by Amy Diaz-Newman, printmakerand studio arts instructor in the AFS Upper School.

Nature Adventure CampIn our Nature Adventure Camp, campers will explore the creek andneighboring forest that surround Abington Friends School. Working ingroups and individually they will build forts, create nature art, studyinsects and discover water creatures. While enjoying this outdoor fun,campers will also learn more deeply about the importance of takinggood care of the Earth and its many resources in this experientialcamp. Includes afternoon swim!

Grades: 2 - 4 Dates: June 27 - July 1Time: Full day 9am - 3pm Fees: $350 (includes lunch and snack)

Instructor: Raji Malik is an energetic and enthusiastic AFSKindergarten teacher with a passion for sustainability and education.

Rock Band CampExperience a two week full immersion into the creative musicalprocess. Campers in this camp should have at least 18 months of expe-rience playing a musical instrument. Out team of musicians will workclosely with each camper with a multi level curriculum to improve theirtechnique , stage presence and skills. At the end of the session, theband will showcase their skills to in a camp wide presentation.Compose, collaborate, record and ROCK!

Grades: 5 - 8 Dates: July 5 - 15Time: Full day 9am - 3pm Fees: $700 (includes lunch and snack)

Instructor: Raji Malik is a musician whose world fusion band has com-peted nationally with other bands and has received acclaim for hisoriginal scores and musicianship.

Wow, the kids never had somuch fun at camp!

“ “

AFS 2015 Print 1/27/16 5:32 PM Page 3

AAggee 33

AFS SummerPrograms for Kids, Teens & TweensWhen School’s out, Camp’s in!

There are few things that children look forward to as much as the beginning of theirsummer vacation. It’s a time when they enjoy the pleasures of being outdoors,swimming, being with their friends and seemingly endless play. In short, it’s a timefor kids to have fun. At Abington Friends School, we offer a camp day that is filledwith a variety of activities that will make it an unforgettable summerfor your child.

This program is designed to continue many of the experiences the children in Early Childhood have duringthe academic year. The activities are specific to their developmental level and the focus is on having fun. Thegoal is to allow children to make discoveries, experienceenriching activities and have social interactions with theother campers by working individually and in small groups.The program is staffed by Abington Friends Early Childhoodteachers and by assistants (in college or recent graduates)who have experience working with young children. Parentsmust provide a lunch.

early childhood

We can’t thank AFS enough for the great summer that ourdaughter had at camp. It was her first experience with a summercamp and she was eager to get up and go every morning. She wasdisappointed that camp was closed when the weekends arrived!

“

“

Dates and Fees

June 27 - Aug. 19 (8 weeks)

Register BEFORE February 29$3,680 Full Day, $2,893 Half Day

Register AFTER February 29$3,755 Full Day, $2,950 Half Day

Any 2 consecutive weeks: $1,000

EC Campers must be 3 years of age by September 1, 2016.

AFS 2015 Print 1/27/16 5:32 PM Page 4

Age 3AAAAggggeeeessss 4444 ---- 5555

Day Camps

In our Junior Camp, children are grouped by age in self-contained settings

for an enriching sampler of scheduled activities that include art, music,

games, free play, storytelling, creative movement, and drama. Junior camp

is designed to promote socialization, independence, creativity and

problem solving in the very young child while an emphasis is placed on having

fun; after all children learn best when they enjoy what they are doing. All of

our junior campers receive daily instructional swim lessons with one of our

Red Cross certified Water Safety Instructors. In Junior Camp, our teachers

follow weekly themes that culminate in exciting Friday activities. Designed

to capture the interest of youngsters, past themes have been: Trains,

Planes & Automobiles, Tea Time, In The Good Old Summer Time, Space

Adventure, Surf’s Up, My Teddy Bear, Monster Madness and Little Chefs.

Half day options are available.

Lunch / Snack: Lunches will be served daily and are included in the camp

payment. Menus will be handed out at the beginning of each session. A

morning snack,which usually includes juice, graham crackers, cookies, etc.,

will also be provided.

junior camp

June 27 - Aug. 19 (8 weeks)

Register BEFORE February 29$3,905 Full Day$3,011 Half Day

Register AFTER February 29$3,999 Full Day$3,086 Half Day

Any 2 weeks:Select any 2 consecutive weeks$1,120 Full Day$899 Half Day

Dates and Fees

AFS 2015 Print 1/27/16 5:32 PM Page 5

AAggeses 6-96-9

AAggeess 410-13-

Our Senior Campers enjoy a morning filled with

scheduled innovative activities that are directed by

adult professional teachers and coaches. Grouped

according to age, participants attend a different set of

activities each day. Sports, tennis, games, archery,

karate, drama, music, dance and art are all classes on

the weekly schedule. Campers receive a daily

instructional swim lesson by a Red Cross certified

Water Safety Instructor in one of our two swimming

pools. At AFS we recognize the need for campers to

participate in their favorite activities. To accommodate

them, weekly electives are offered that allow campers

to choose activities that provide them with ample time

doing what they enjoy most. Lunch and snack are provided.

senior campDates and Fees

All senior camps run a full day from 9am - 3:30pm

June 27 - Aug. 19 (8 weeks)Register BEFORE February 29 $3,905Register AFTER February 29 $3,999

Any 2 weeks $1,120

Important DatesJuly 15 Parents Day Aug. 4 Carnival DayJuly 28 Sundown Day Aug. 11 Camp Show

The counselors at AFS went out of their way to reach out and get to know our children. Counselor…. was a personal hero of our son and our daughter absolutelyadored her counselor. It is clear the counselors working at AFS in the summer program are caring, attentive, friendly and they love what they are doing.

“

“

AFS 2015 Print 1/27/16 5:32 PM Page 6

The camp staff did such a good job with the children in the summer heat.I especially noticed the gentle encouraging support in the water of thebeginners and less confident children.

“ “

AAAgggeeesss 410-1310-13-

Camp Endeavor is more than a traditional camp, it’s a place

where campers can find and pursue the activities they are

passionate about. We believe that campers in this age range

should have choices beyond the traditional camp fare.

Campers choose areas of interest, such as outdoor adventures,

performing arts, visual arts, science or athletics and they

have multiple opportunities to pursue them during the

course of our five-period day.

Free Choice Activities periods give campers the opportunity

to continue exploring their areas of interest. We also set

aside community time because we know it’s important for

kids to have the space to socialize. During community time,

campers come together and take part in camp wide activities,

such as a rousing game of capture the flag, a fast-paced

pick-up game of basketball, a free swim in the pool or relaxing

in the shade with a group of friends and a roll of Gimp.

camp endeavorPossible majors

Business

Filmmaking

Architecture

Jewelry-Making

Hip Hop Dance

Forensics

Sports

Camp Endeavor runs a full day 9am - 3:30pmJune 27 - Aug 19Register BEFORE February 29 $3,905 Register AFTER February 29 $3,999 Any 2 weeks $1,120

Geo-Catching & GPS Games

Robotics

Rocketry

Web Design

Digital Photography

And More…

AFS 2015 Print 1/27/16 5:51 PM Page 7

counselor-in-trainingprogram

Dates and Fees

June 27 - Aug. 19 (8 weeks)Register BEFORE February 29 $1,926 Register AFTER February 29 $1,974 Any 2 weeks $500

Dates and Fees

June 22 - Aug. 14 $250/wk

Entering 9th gradeFull Day 9:00am - 3:30pm

This program is available to campers with specialinterests and talents who are entering high school. Itseeks to develop the skills needed to become acompetent junior counselor. In the mornings, our CIT’sare assigned to a group or an activity where they developtheir leadership skills and sense of responsibility throughtheir daily interaction with campers, camp staff andparents. After lunch, CIT’scan participate in our weeklyelective activities, swim or continue assisting the staff asneeded. Most CIT’sspend two years in the programbefore applying for a position as a junior counselor. Snackand lunch will be provided.

Full day optionIf your camper is enrolled in an AFS half-day specialty program andwould like to spend the afternoon in the day camp we can providelunch and afternoon activities until camp ends at 3:30pm.

Great camp and overall experience formy two children. Sign me up for next summer!

“ “

AFS 2015 Print 1/27/16 5:33 PM Page 8

registrationformRegister online at www.afssummercamps.comAbington Friends Summer Camps Early Childhood, Junior Camp, Senior Camp, Endeavor and CIT

Camper InformationChild (Full name): ___________________________________ Prefers to be called: __________________________

Grade (Fall ’16): ________ School: _________________________________________________________________

Age on 6/20/16: _____yrs_____ mos. Birth Date: _____________ _ M _ F

Allergies or special conditions: ____________________________________________________________________

Medications (physician authorization form required): _________________________________________________

Physician: ________________________________________________________ Phone: _______________________

Camp Shirt Size: (circle one) Youth: XS S M L Adult: S M L XL

Family/Household InformationStreet Address:_________________________________________________________________________________

City: _______________________________________ State: ________________ Zip: _________________________

Parent 1: ____________________________________ Parent 2: __________________________________________

Home #: _______________ Parent 1 Work #: __________________ Parent 2 Work #: _______________________

Parent 1 Cell #: ______________________________ Parent 2 Cell #: _____________________________________

Parent 1 Email: ______________________________ Parent 2 Email: _____________________________________

In case of emergency, if parents cannot be reached, please contact:

Name: _____________________________________ Phone #: _____________ Relationship: __________________

Name: _____________________________________ Phone #: _____________ Relationship:___________________

Please place my child in the same group with (Junior & Senior Camp only)

________________________________________________________

Are you new to AFS Summer Camps?If you are new, how did you hear about our programs?_________________________________________________

Dismissal AuthorizationBesides ourselves, the following individuals are authorized to pick up our children (list names):

_____________________________________________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________________________________________

AFS 2015 Print 1/27/16 5:33 PM Page 9

Early Childhood (Age 3) Regsiter before February 29 for discounted rates.o Full Summer June 27 – Aug. 19 o$3,680/$3755 Full Day o$2,893/$2,950 Half Day

Any Two Consecutive Weeks o Full Day $1,090o June 27 o July 5 o July 11 o July 18 o July 25 o Aug. 1 o Aug. 8 o Aug. 15

Early Childhood Extended Dayo PM (4 – 5pm): Number of days per week _________ Number of weeks_________

Specialty Camps o Lego Robotics: ($350) o Nature Adventure Camp: ($350)o Minecraft & Java: ($450) o Rock Band Camp: ($700)o Wearable Art: ($225 wk)

Junior, Senior and Endeavor Day Camps (Ages 4 - 13) Regsiter before February 29 for discounted rateso Full Summer June 27 – Aug. 19 o $3,905\$3,999 Full Day o $3,011/$3,086 Half Day (Junior Camp)

Any Two Weeks o$1,120 Full Day o$899 Half Dayo June 27 o July 5 o July 11 o July 18 o July 25 o Aug. 1 o Aug. 8 o Aug. 15

CIT Program (Ages 14 - 15) Regsiter before February 29 for discounted rateso Counselor-in-Training (ages 14 & up) / Full Summer June 27 – Aug. 19 $1,974

Support Services (Available June 27 - Aug. 19)Extended Dayo AM (7:30 - 9am) o PM (3:30 - 6pm) o AM & PM

Transportation** (Available June 27 – Aug. 19) o AM o PM o BOTHo Within a 3 mile radius of AFS ($92 RT/$51 one-way) x______ weeks = $___________o Within a 3.1-6.0 mile radius of AFS ($97 RT/$54 one-way) x______ weeks = $___________o Longer distance (To be determined) x______ weeks = $___________Nearest cross street is: __________________________________________________________________________**Limited availability. No refunds once routes are set.Mail with all necessary fees to:Abington Friends School / Attn: Camp Office / 575 Washington Lane / Jenkintown PA 19046

Total Tuition Fees* $___________Deposit ($50/child) $___________Balance $___________ *Balance due on or before May 31, 2016

Permission StatementsI have read and agree to abide by the Abington Friends Summer Camp general guidelines. I hereby give permission for my childto participate in all trips and activities sponsored by Abington Friends Summer Camp. I give permission for my child to travel toand from events with a camp staff member in either a chartered bus or school van with an adult driver. I give Abington FriendsSummer Camp staff members’ permission to act on my behalf in any situation that may arise concerning my child’s health andwelfare. I recognize that in the event that my child loses consciousness or is otherwise severely ill or injured while participating inan AFS camp sponsored activity, it is the camps policy to contact Emergency Medical Services immediately. Afterwards, theAbington Friends Summer Camp nurse will be contacted, and then the parents will be called. Lastly, in case of emergency, I givefull authorization for my child to be transported to the nearest emergency medical facility. Abington Friends Summer Camp willtake photographs of camp activities and campers this summer for use in future marketing materials.

Parent’s Signature:_______________________________________________________ Date: ________________________

Refund PolicyThere are no refunds for any reason including absence due to illness. A $25 change fee may be assessed for changes made inschedule.Questions? Call 215-576-3996 or rregalbuto@abingtonfriends.net

AFS 2015 Print 1/27/16 5:33 PM Page 10

Staffed by experienced teachers and assistants, the

Extended Day Program offers working parents the

support they need to make camp fit into their busy

schedules. Mornings begin in the Hallowell Gym at

7:30am. At 3:30pm, campers gather at the assembly

area to begin their afternoon. A snack is provided for

our campers along with an opportunity to rest and

relax after a busy day at camp. Afternoon activities

might include swimming, sports, board games, craft

projects and dramatic play. Whether outside or in one

of our air conditioned classrooms, children will have

the opportunity to play and mingle with friends and

peers. What a great way to begin and end a wonderful

day at camp!

Van transportation is available to and from Abington

Friends School. Transportation Fees depend upon the

distance you live from the school. One-way and round-trip

transportation are both offered. Areas served are subject to

determination depending on enrollment.

transportation

extended day

Extras

The best staff around

we would also like to applaud AFS SummerCamp on the quality, experience, professionalismand diversity of its team. It is second to none inthe region.

“ “

Our professional staff is well known for providing excellent summer care for our campers. Our mix ofcounselors and teachers collectively exceeded 500 yearsof AFS experience of last year. These seasoned professionals are second to none in the quality of care,attention and recognition they give to every camper thatattends AFS Summer Camps. Join us this summer andsee what a difference summer camp can make in yourchild's life. We guarantee smiles! See you soon.

AFS 2015 Print 1/27/16 5:33 PM Page 11

575 Washington Lane / Jenkintown, PA 19046215-576-3996 / www.afssummercamps.com

Return Service Requested

Non- Profit org.US Postage PaidJenkintown PA

Permit #14

Abington Friends SchoolSummer Camp