SUMMERat Sacred Heart

2011

773-681-8428www.shschicago.org

Cover art by Andrew Fusco, Hardey 1st grade

WELCOME to Sacred Heart Schools on Sheridan Road!

The Academy for girls and Hardey Preparatory for boys are among the city’s oldest independent schools. As a member of the International Network of Sacred Heart Schools in 35 countries, Sacred Heart Schools on Sheridan Road educates over 650 students of many cultures and faiths in Kindergarten through Eighth Grade throughout the Chicago area.

Sacred Heart Schools educate to: ...a personal and active faith in God,

...a deep respect for intellectual values,...a social awareness which impels to action,

...the building of community as a Christian value, ...personal growth in an atmosphere of wise freedom.

Sacred Heart Schools on Sheridan Road is a Chicago landmark on Lake Michigan and was established in 1876 by the Society of the Sacred Heart.

SUMMER AT SACRED HEART is fun for all! Join Summer at Sacred Heart to experience a variety of academic, recreational, athletic, and fine arts programs. Customize your day by attending one of our day camps, any of our specialized programs, or both! Activities range from Arts and Crafts to Science Wizardry, making Summer at Sacred Heart a place for every child. Campers, ages 3-15, will meet new friends and create memories to last a lifetime. Welcome to SUMMER AT SACRED HEART 2011!

ABOUT THE DIRECTOR Jill Renn is excited to be directing the Summer at Sacred Heart Program again this year. She is a second grade teacher at Sacred Heart and has directed Sacred Heart Sum-mer Programs for 14 years. Jill looks forward to another year directing Summer at Sacred Heart and a fabulous fun-filled summer!

OUR PROFESSIONAL STAFF is committed to making sure your camper receives a positive camp experience and a summer full of fun. Our well trained, experienced staff is ready to share their expertise and knowledge while working with your child. Summer at Sacred Heart takes pride in our low camper-to-teacher ratio and specialized instruction.

LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION. Summer at Sacred Heart is located at 6250 N. Sheridan Road, right across the street from beautiful Lake Michigan. Our grounds and facilities include a gym, art rooms, music rooms, computer labs, classrooms, kitchens, and assembly areas. The completion of our new multi-million dollar building addition comes just in time for camp! With terrific views of the lake, a rooftop playground, a library, and many multi-purpose rooms, our campers will be able to take advantage of the latest technologies, not to mention some cool A.C! We offer easy drop-off and pick-up. Our friendly staff will be waiting for you with a smile!

CLASS SIZE IS LIMITED... REGISTER NOW to guarantee enrollment in the program.Sacred Heart Schools admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities gener-ally accorded or made available to the students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs.

WELCOME!

Little Hearts 3-4 yr. oldsMonday-Friday 9:00-12:30$275.00/session

Session 1: June 20-24Session 2: June 27-July 1Session 3: July 5-8* holiday, no camp July 4thSession 4: July 11-15Session 5: July 18-22Session 6: July 25-29

Little Hearts is a theme-based day camp for campers 3 and 4 years old. Each day all Little Hearts Campers should bring a PEANUT-FREE lunch, drink, and a change of clothes. Campers must be toilet trained. Fees include all materials and camp t-shirt.

DAILY SCHEDULE:9:00-9:30 Large Motor Activities (outside/gym) 9:30-10:00 Art/Craft Project10:00-10:15 Fun with Snack Time (create and eat snack)10:15-10:30 Story Time/ Flannel Board Stories10:30-11:00 Sing Songs/Dance (Large Motor Activity)11:00-11:30 Centers-puzzles, blocks, games, water play11:30-12:00 Lunch12:00-12:30 Large Motor Activity/prepare for dismissal

Skyline ScoutsEntering grades K-2 9:30-3:30$325.00/sessionInstructor: Mary Virok

Session 1: June 20-24Session 2: June 27-July 1Session 3: July 5-8* holiday, no camp July 4thSession 4: July 11-15Session 5: July 18-22Session 6: July 25-29

Skyline Scouts is a theme-based day camp for campers entering grades K-2. Campers will enjoy a variety of activities including - arts and crafts, drama, cooking, sports, beach play, and story time. Each day all Skyline Scouts Campers should bring a PEANUT-FREE lunch, snack, drink, labeled swimsuit, towel, sunscreen, and comfortable beach shoes. Skyline Scouts will attend one field trip per week! Fees include all materials, field trip fees and a camp t-shirt.

THEMES:Week 1: The Great OutdoorsWeek 2: Out of this WorldWeek 3: Celebrate America!Week 4: Swingin’ SafariWeek 5: Flyin’ HighWeek 6: Under the BIG Top

DAILY SCHEDULE:9:30-9:50 Story Time/Morning Meeting9:50-11:00 Craft Centers or Cooking Activity11:00-11:30 Free Choice- for example: drawing, games, blocks, books, sand/water11:30-12:00 Lunch12:00-12:30 Recess12:30-1:00 Change for Beach1:00-2:30 Beach Fun2:30-3:00 Change3:00-3:15 Snack Time3:15-3:30 Prepare for dismissal

DAY CAMPSIf your son or daughter is a new student attending Sacred Heart Schools in the fall, the day camps are an excellent opportunity to ease their transition and help them get acquainted with the teachers, students and grounds.

Windy City ExplorersEntering grades 3-5 9:30-3:30$325.00/session Instructors: Melissa Kading & Nick MurawskiSession 1: Jun 20-24Session 2: June 27-July 1Session 3: July 5-8* holiday, no camp July 4thSession 4: July 11-15Session 5: July 18-22Session 6: July 25-29

Windy City Explorers, get your passports ready! Windy City Explorers is a theme-based day camp for campers entering grades 3-5. Campers will enjoy a variety of activities including - arts and crafts, drama, cooking, sports, research, building, and the beach. Each day all Windy City Explorers should bring a PEANUT-FREE lunch, snack, drink, labeled swimsuit, towel, sunscreen, and comfortable beach shoes. Windy City Explorers will attend one field trip per week! Fees include: all materials, field trip fees, and a camp t-shirt.

THEMES:Week 1: Hola means Hello: MexicoWeek 2: Red, White and YOU!: U.S.A.Week 3: Hey, It’s Cold Here: AntarcticaWeek 4: IKEA wait to explore… : SwedenWeek 5: Top O’ the Summer to ya: IrelandWeek 6: We’ll have an Amazon time in...: Brazil

✰Academic All-Stars✰Please note: if your camper is enrolled in the Academic or Athletic All-Stars program, they will have the opportunity to attend the field trip for the week they are registered.

Chicago All-StarsEntering grades K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 (students are separated by grade level)$225.00/session- 9:30-12:30 morning only$325.00/session- 9:30-3:30 Chicago All- Stars and Beach PlaySession 1: June 20-24Session 2: June 27-July 1Session 3: July 5-8* holiday, no camp July 4thSession 4: July 11-15Session 5: July 18-22Session 6: July 25-29

Be a Chicago ALL-STAR! Whether you want enrichment, a little review, or you just LOVE school, Chicago ALL-STARS is the perfect camp for you! The Chicago ALL-STARS program is designed to be a continuation of our regulargrade-level classroom. Campers will follow a similar school-year structure while workingin the areas of math, reading, writing, and spelling.

This is a great opportunity to keep that brain working and fresh for the start of school as well as getting a “sneak peak” into the workings and routines of the upcoming grade. Campers should bring a healthy PEANUT-FREE snack.

If you love Chicago ALL-STARS but wished the day lasted longer, campers may join the Skyline Scouts or Windy City Explorers for a week- long afternoon of beach time fun! Each day those campers staying with us for the beach should bring a PEANUT-FREE lunch, snack, drink, labeled swimsuit, towel, sunscreen, and comfortable beach shoes. A minimum of 5 campers is required.

Math All-StarsEntering grades 6, 7, 8 (students are separated by grade level)$225.00/session 9:30-12:30

Session 1: June 20-24Session 2: June 27-July 1Session 3: July 5-8* holiday, no camp July 4thSession 4: July 11-15Session 5: July 18-22Session 6: July 25-29

The Math ALL-STARS program is designed to be a continuation of our regular grade-level classroom. Students will follow a similar school-year structure while working in the areas of math, focusing on problem-solving, computation.

This is a great opportunity to keep that brain working and fresh for the start of school as well as getting a “sneak peak” into the workings and routines of the upcoming grade. Students should bring a healthy PEANUT-FREE snack. A minimum of 5 campers is required.

Language Arts All-StarsEntering grades 6, 7, 8 (students are separated by grade level)$225.00/session 9:30-12:30

Session 1: June 20-24Session 2: June 27-July 1Session 3: July 5-8* holiday, no camp July 4thSession 4: July 11-15Session 5: July 18-22Session 6: July 25-29

The Language Arts ALL-STARS program is designed to be a continuation of our regular grade-level classroom. Students will follow a similar school-year structure while focusing on the areas of reading, writing, and vocabulary.

This is a great opportunity to keep that brain working and fresh for the start of school as well as getting a “sneak peak” into the workings and routines of the upcoming grade. Students should bring a healthy PEANUT-FREE snack. A minimum of 5 campers is required.

✰Athletic All-Stars✰Swimming Lessons

Entering Grades 1-4BEGINNER 10:30 - 11:30Session 2: June 27-July 1Session 3: July 5-8* holiday, no camp July 4th

INTERMEDIATE 10:30 - 11:30 Session 4: July 11-15Session 5: July 18-22$175.00 per sessionInstructor: Mark Anderson

Campers will learn the basics of water safety and swimming strokes at the Edgewater Athletic and Swim Club across the street. Proper body position, crawl, crawl with breathing, and the backstroke will be covered. There are no requirements for the beginning classes. Campers in the intermediate classes should be able to swim about 15 feet. Campers must bring swimsuit and towel and all campers will meet in the Camp Office before departing.

C.I.T. Counselors in Training Entering grades 7-9Session 1: June 20-24Session 3: July 5-8* holiday, no camp July 4thSession 5: July 18-22(2-week sessions)8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.$225.00/sessionInstructor: Jill Renn

Summer at Sacred Heart is seeking, creative, energetic, organized, fun-loving individuals to possibly be a counselor in the future! The C.I.T. program provides students with an opportunity to gain valuable experience in working with children of various ages.

Counselors in Training will be supervised by our staff while receiving tips and strategies in working with children and age-appropriate activities. They will also be given the opportunities to teach songs and games and help generate ideas for upcoming lessons. CITs will need to fill out a Counselor in Training application and schedule an interview with Jill Renn at jill.renn@shschicago.org before being admitted to this program.

The OvernightEntering grades K-5 (previous sleepover experience recommended)Friday, July 22-236:00 p.m.-9:00 a.m.$70.00 ($110 camper & 1 sibling)Instructor: Jill Renn

Have fun before Summer at Sacred Heart comes to an end! Spend time with old and new friends in an evening to remember! Campers will be sleeping under the stars on the rooftop playground, weather permitting, having a cook out, and roasting ‘smores. Breakfast is provided the next morning and campers should bring a labeled pillow, sleeping bag, and pajamas.

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TutoringSession 1: June 20-24Session 2: June 27-July 1Session 3: July 5-8* holiday, no camp July 4thSession 4: July 11-15Session 5: July 18-22Session 6: July 25-29

$65.00/hour

GENERAL TUTORIAL K-8K-4 5-8

MATH TUTORIAL K-4 5-8 LANGUAGE ARTS TUTORIAL K-4 5-8

FRENCH TUTORIAL 1-8

SPANISH TUTORIAL 1-8

Call Christy Crandall at 773-681-8428 to arrange for tutoring.

Extended CareWe understand the hectic schedules of our busy families and offer our Extended Care

services to meet your needs.

HOURS 8:00-9:30 AM 3:30-6:00 PM

FEES AM EXTENDED DAY 8:00-9:30 AM $50 PM EXTENDED DAY 3:30-6:00 PM $60/Week, PAYABLE IN ADVANCE

NOTE: Drop-ins accepted only as space permits. $10.00/hour. Fees must be paid each Friday of the program.

Please select Extended Care preferences on the registration sheet

The Extended Day Program includes games, activi-ties galore or a place to sit back, relax and enjoy the summer sun. Afternoon snacks provided.

LATE FEE: A late fee of $10.00 per 15 minutes will be charged for each child not picked up by 6:00 p.m. and will be due on the day lateness occurs. Habitual tardiness will result in the child’s exclusion from the Extended Day program at the Director’s discretion.

PAYMENT POLICIES• Upon receipt, a confirmation of your registration

will be mailed confirming enrollment.• A $50.00 per week non-refundable CAMP

DEPOSIT is required (this will be applied to camp fees).

• A $50.00 per week non-refundable COURSE DEPOSIT is required (this will be applied to class fees).

• Payments accepted by check to SUMMER AT SACRED HEART, or by Visa or MasterCard.

• You will be billed for the balance, which is due 10 days prior to the first day of YOUR SELECTED CAMP/COURSE.

• A $5.00 processing fee will be assessed for each schedule changed after receipt of your registration.

REFUND/ABSENCE POLICIES• A full refund will be given, less the $50.00

deposit, on cancellations received 5 days prior to the first day of the CAMP/COURSE selected.

• Cancellations made fewer than 5 days prior to the first day of the program will receive a 50% refund of remaining fees after the $50.00 forfeited deposit.

• No refund can be given after the scheduled program/ session begins.

• There will be no refunds or make-up days for absences or closing due to weather/power emergencies.

CANCELLATIONS• We reserve the right to cancel classes due to

insufficient enrollment.• The Director reserves the right to require

the withdrawal of any student whose conduct is unsatisfactory or who appears unlikely to benefit from the program. If the director makes this decision, a refund will be given for the remaining portion of the class fees.

• We reserve the right to make staffing changes as necessary.

DISMISSAL POLICYStudents will be released only to persons authorized by the parents. If there are any changes, we require a written note specifying the person permitted to pick up your child.

CONFIRMATION POLICYSTUDENTS MAY ASSUME THEY ARE ENROLLED IN A DESIGNATED CLASS UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTIFIED.

BEHAVIOR POLICYSacred Heart Schools recognize the development of character as a fundamental goal in education. Discipline at the Schools is rooted in the values inherent in the Goals and Criteria. All students who attend summer camp at Sacred Heart schools are required to abide by all the rules, policies and procedures that are outlined in the current Parent-Student Handbook. The Camp Director and Head of Schools will enforce the discipline policy of the schools as deemed appropriate, including, when necessary, suspension and expulsion from the summer program.

PoliciesRegistration deadline April 15th, $50 late fee

Chicago All-Stars Half Day ❑ Full Day ❑Entering grades K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5____Session 1 ____Session 2 ____Session 3*____Session 4 ____Session 5 ____Session 6Entering Grade__________

Math All-Stars Half Day ❑ Full Day ❑Entering grades 6, 7, 8____Session 1 ____Session 2 ____Session 3*____Session 4 ____Session 5 ____Session 6Entering Grade__________

Language Arts All-Stars Half Day ❑ Full Day ❑Entering grades 6, 7, 8____Session 1 ____Session 2 ____Session 3*____Session 4 ____Session 5 ____Session 6Entering Grade__________

DAY CAMPS

•RETURN ALL COMPLETED FORMS ALONG WITH FULL PAYMENTS OR DEPOSITS TO:

SUMMER AT SACRED HEART6250 N. SHERIDAN ROAD

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS 60660-1799QUESTIONS? FOR FURTHER INFORMATION

CALL: 773-681-8428 or EMAIL: christy.crandall@shschicago.org

LITTLE HEARTS AGE 3-4 (M-F) 9:00 am- 12:30 pm____Session 1 ____Session 2 ____Session 3*____Session 4 ____Session 5 ____Session 6

SKYLINE SCOUTS GR: K-2 (M-F) 9:30 am-3:30 pm____Session 1 ____Session 2 ____Session 3*____Session 4 ____Session 5 ____Session 6

WINDY CITY EXPLORERS GR: 3-5 (M-F) 9:30 am-3:30 pm____Session 1 ____Session 2 ____Session 3*____Session 4 ____Session 5 ____Session 6

T-shirt size: Please circle (Day Campers only)

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June 20-24 ___AM ___PMJune 27-July 1 ___AM ___PMJuly 5-8* holiday July 4th ___AM ___PMJuly 11-15 ___AM ___PMJuly 18-22 ___AM ___PMJuly 25-29 ___AM ___PM

EXTENDED CARECheck AM or PM or both

✰ACADEMIC ALL-STARS✰

✰ATHLETIC ALL-STARS✰

Swimming Entering Grades 1-4BEGINNER ____Session 2 ____Session 3*

INTERMEDIATE ____Session 4 ____Session 5

C.I.T. Counselors in TrainingEntering grades 7-9____Session 1 ____Session 3* ____Session 5

The OvernightEntering grades K-5 (previous sleepover experience recommended) ____July 22nd

REGISTRATION

Deadline April 15th

, $50 late fee

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Last Name_____________________________________________First Name____________________________________

Birthdate________________School Attended 2010-’11________________________Grade in Sept. 2011_______________

Address__________________________________________________________________________________________ Street City Zip

Parents______________________________________ ________________________________________________ Mother Father

____________________________________________ ________________________________________________ Place of Employment Place of Employment

Mother Home Ph.#_____________Work#_______________Father Home Ph.#_______________Work#_______________

We cannot release a child to anyone without written permission. Please list names of persons, other than a parent, who may pick up your

child.

1._____________________________________________ 2._______________________________________________

3._____________________________________________ 4._______________________________________________

Person to notify in case of emergency (other than parent): Name_______________________________Ph.#_____________

Physician____________________________________________________Phone#_________________________________

Dentist______________________________________________________Phone#________________________________

Health Insurance Program and ID#________________________________Hospital Preferred_______________________

Dental Insurance Co. and ID#___________________________________________________________________________

Allergies/Health Concerns_____________________________________________________________________________

Any Additional Info.__________________________________________________________________________________

Email address:___________________________________________Email address 2:________________________________I understand in case of emergency, when I am unable to be reached, I, the parent/legal guardian of the registrant, give permission to Sa-cred Heart Schools to authorize any emergency action necessary to insure the safety of the registrant. I further understand that Sacred Heart Schools will not be held financially responsible or otherwise liable for any emergency care given. I also give permission for the regis-trant’s name and/or photograph to be used for promotion and publicity purposes. I have read and understand the policies of the program.

Parent Signature____________________________________________________________Date______________________

METHOD OF PAYMENT ENCLOSED❐ Check for: Camp/Course Deposit (s) $______________________ ($50.00 per week per Camp/Course)❐ Check in FULL for: Camp/Course Fees less Deposits $________________❐ Charge my: ____Visa ____MasterCard for the above amountSignature for charge___________________________________________

Acct. No.___________________________________

Expiration______________ Credit Code__________

REGISTRATION

TUTORING____Session 1 ____Session 2 ____Session 3*____Session 4 ____Session 5 ____Session 6

❐ GENERAL TUTORIAL K-8Entering Grade__________

❐ MATH TUTORIAL Entering Grade__________❐ LANGUAGE ARTS TUTORIAL Entering Grade__________

❐ FRENCH TUTORIAL 1-8Entering Grade__________

❐ SPANISH TUTORIAL 1-8Entering Grade__________

Call Christy Crandall at 773-681-8428 to arrange tutoring.

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information meetingJUNE 14th, 7:00 P.M.

AT SACRED HEART SCHOOLS.

Please enter through the main Sheridan Road Entrance.

This is your chance to get acquainted with the camp rules & program if you have not been to our camp before.

Please rsvp to Jill Renn at jill.renn@shschicago.org

by June 13th if you plan on attending.

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Permit No. 9498Chicago, Illinois

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