2018 Summer Camp Guide Santa Maria Valley YMCA www.smvymca.org

Including our Y-Readers and

Rec Swim!

CHOOSE YOUR ADVENTURE!

Camp rates start at $1.83 an hour! Ask us about a PAYMENT PLAN and CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS.

NEW Camp Hours 8am-5pm

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FOR $1.83 - $4.33 AN HOUR, YOUR CHILD WILL ENJOY…• Daily Camp Swim = BUILDS CONFIDENCE IN THE WATER• Y Readers = CLOSING THE ACHIEVEMENT GAP• Healthy Snacks = TEACHING CHILDREN THE IMPORTANCE OF GOOD HEALTH• Weekly Themed Activities = BUILDING MEMORIES TO LAST A LIFETIME

KIDS TOO YOUNG TO BE HOME ALONE OR LEFT IN AN UNSTRUCTURED ENVIRONMENT?Young children need structure and routine in order to feel safe and thrive in a camp setting. At the Y we offer great programs with structured themed activities designed to fit the needs of your child. Traditional camps are categorized by age group to ensure appropriate interactions are being made and children are connecting and building lasting relationships with their peers.

DON’T THINK YOU CAN AFFORD CAMP?? THINK AGAIN…YOU can! We’ve got YOU!The YMCA raises funds that provide scholarships to youth to participate in camps.

ASK US HOW and we will make this experience affordable for YOUR family

YMCA MISSION STATEMENT:To strengthen our community by improving the quality of life and inspiring individuals and families to develop their fullest potential through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS:The Santa Maria Valley YMCA makes every effort to ensure that no person, especially youth, will be denied access to programs and membership because of financial hardship. The Y’s Financial Scholarship Program is provided by contributions to the Annual Support Campaign.

AERA Energy wants to make this camp a summer to remember for your child! They have incredible bilingual engineers who will spend one day a week in the camps educating your littles on Geology, Paleontology, STEM and Conservation!

Week 1: June 11-15 GOIN’ GREEN: AERA Engineers will teach interactive and hands on methods on how to protect animals and plants, conserve water and perpetuate clean air for generations to come!

Week 3*: June 25-29 DINO-Mite: AERA will focus on Dino-Mite camp and provide real fossils and

exploration equipment for Geology and Paleontology education made FUN! (* Traditional Camp)

Week 4: July 2-6 GROSSOLOGY: AERA is going to make slime simple. And your kids will come home and use regular, safe household products to teach you how to do it, too!

Week 9: August 6-10 Full STEAM Ahead! Learning really only sticks when it’s made into something interactive and special. AERA Engineers are all about physic experiments, working with circuit boards and architecture!

Why not invest in far more than simple childcare for your littles this summer? Let the Y summer camp enrich your children with amazing skill sets and lifetime experiences

they’ll always remember and actually use in their daily lives!

We’ll make it affordable - all you have to do is believe.

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2018 SUMMER CAMP THEMESWeek 1: June 11 – 15 Space Week3,2,1…BLAST OFF into your first week of Summer camp! Journey to the planet ZORP, where no human being has ever been. Will the planet sustain human life? Will the alien population be welcoming? Be prepared astronaut for the journey of a lifetime.

Week 2: June 18 – 22 Under The SeaTake a dive into week two of summer camp with a week of under the sea exploration! Students will learn the ins and outs of under the sea life and become marine biologists for the day by learning about their favorite under the sea creature.

Week 3: June 25 – 29 DINO-MiteDid you know the word dinosaur comes from the Greek language meaning “Terrible Lizard?” Let’s go on a Dino Quest! Campers will be paleontologists for a week (one who studies dinosaurs.) Searching for fossils, discovering cool facts about dinosaurs and their habitat. An AERA Geologist will educate young minds about different rock formations, understanding how rock was formed and, yes, how did oil and dinosaurs become intertwined!

Week 4: July 2- 6 (Closed on July 4th) Stars and Stripes Campers will be encouraged to come dressed in red, white and blue all week as they embark in patriotic themed arts and crafts, while learning fun facts about America!

Week 5: July 9 – 13 Disney CampM-I-C-K-E-Y at the YMCA…. Calling all Disney super fans! From Disney Princess to Star Wars, we have got this week jam packed with Disney FUN! Come dressed in your favorite Disney gear all week long. Put your creativity to use by designing your own roller coaster, Disney character and craft your very own Mickey ears! End the week with a Disney movie and PJ party!

Week 6: July 16 – 20 Animal AdventuresFrom the zoo, to the farm, to the backyard! Campers will learn about various animals and enjoy a fun animal dress up day! A special visitor from the Humane Society will be joining us this week…

Week 7: July 23 – 27 DestinationsTravel around the world with us this week as we add stamps to our passports! Visiting this week, Hawaii, Japan, Mexico, Greece and Jamaica. Campers will create a passport on day one and “visit” a new country each day while learning about traditions and cultural experiences.

Week 8: July 30 – August 3 Holiday Hoopla Holidays are too much fun to happen only once a year. During Holiday Hoopla, we take the best of all the holidays and smash them together to make the most festive week ever! Make Halloween masks, decorate Christmas cookies, track down leprechaun’s gold and make a gift for someone special. Don’t forget to wear your Holiday gear each day!

Week 9: August 6 – 10 Superhero Camp (capes welcome)Spin your web and make your way as fast as you can to Super Hero Camp. Super Heroes will participate in “Superhero Training,” masks, capes and developing your own superhero power! Youth will also learn about every day heroes. Don’t forget to wear your Super Hero outfit!

TRADITIONAL DAY CAMPKindergarten through Third Grade* *Completion of kindergarten

THE Y PROVIDES CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS – YOU MAY QUALIFY FOR 1 WEEK OF CAMP FOR $82.50 AS A MEMBER. For $16.50 per day, or $1.83 an hour, your child will have the experience of a lifetime.

Weekly Session Registration Fees: $165.00 Y Member $175.00 Participants

Camps run from 8:00am - 5:00pm

Extended care from 7am - 6pm is available for an additional fee of $30.00.

The Y Summer Day Camp programs provide your child with unique opportunities to learn and grow, create and explore, and participate in a variety of activities. Weekly themes offer creative links for children to learn about themselves and the world around them. Incorporated into our traditional camps is our Y Readers Program which helps children prepare for the upcoming school year.

PATH FINDER CAMP (Kindergarten and First Grade)* Path Finder Camp offers exciting, age appropriate adventures in the outdoors, as well as new learning experiences in small groups. Your child will participate in outdoor recreation activities, develop awareness for the environment, gain self confidence, and make new friends. This camp is sure to put a smile on your camper’s face.

ADVENTURE CAMP (Second– Third Grade)* Adventure Camp is packed full of energy and fun for the whole summer. Camp activities include arts and crafts, games, skits and much more! Adventure camp will leave lasting impressions for a lifetime!

*EXCLUSIVELY AT Y CAMP!

The Y is proud to offer their Y Readers Program to camp. The Y Readers Program promotes literacy through books and fun projects. Your child’s progress will be tracked through-out the summer, by using sight words as a testing guide.

Please note: The minimum age for camp is 5 years.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS ARE AVAILABLE

NEW!

Additional camps serving K-6th on following page

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2018 SPECIALTY CAMPS Weekly Session Fees: $175.00/Y Member $195.00/Participants

Camps run from 8:00am - 5:00pm. Extended care is available for an additional fee of $30.00.

WEEK 1: June 11 - 15 GOIN’ GREEN* Grades 2nd - 6thThis is a week filled with environmentally friendly FUN! Conservationist Engineers from AERA Energy will give an interactive, hands on experience about identifying methods on protecting animals and plants, conserving water and clean air! Campers will get to participate in gardening at our very own YMCA Preschool garden, a recycled art contest voted by YMCA Directors, tie dye project using a natural dye and a special visitor from Waste Management!

WEEK 2: June 18 - 22 ZULU Grades 2nd - 6thZULU dance camp is BACK for 2 weeks this Summer! (Week 2 AND week 5). Taught by Santa Maria legends, Crystal and Spider, who are devoted to enriching the lives of children through DANCE. Hip-Hop, break-dance, and the history of hip-hop are taught to our campers through fun choreography, special dance games and uplifting music – all while cultivating every child’s confidence. Zulu Dance strives to nurture every child’s appreciation and love for dance so it will remain with them for a lifetime! The week will end with a special dance performance for all friends and family to attend!

WEEK 3: June 25 - 29 COOKING IN THE 805 Grades 3rd - 6thLocal chefs will be stopping in each day to teach campers a delicious dish 805 friendly dish, with local recipes taught by Rancho Nipomo owner Richard Cowell and James Gentry from Rooney’s. On Friday, kids will get to create their own recipes!

WEEK 4: July 2 - 6 (closed July 4th) GROSSOLOGY* Grades 2nd - 6thJoin us in EWWY GOOEY GROSS science camp. Learn everything you wanted to know about gross and smelly facts, along with experiments that will make you wanna hold your nose and scrunch up your face while laughing about it with all of your friends. AERA Engineers will bring the SLIME factor and find out just exactly where it came from.

WEEK 5: July 9 - 13 ZULU Grades 2nd - 6thZULU dance camp is BACK for 2 weeks this Summer! (Week 2 AND week 5). Taught by Santa Maria legends, Crystal and Spider, who are devoted to enriching the lives of children through DANCE. Hip-Hop, break-dance, and the history of hip-hop are taught to our campers through fun choreography, special dance games and uplifting music – all while cultivating every child’s confidence. Zulu Dance strives to nurture every child’s appreciation and love for dance so it will remain with them for a lifetime! The week will end with a special dance performance for all friends and family to attend!

WEEK 6: July 16 - 20 SPECTACULAR SPORTS Grades 2nd - 6thTeamwork makes the dream work… Sports is a great way for kids to learn all about how important team work is! Campers will get to experience a new sport each day all while building friendships and teamwork. Sports will be taught with special visitors from local high schools and colleges- basketball, baseball, football, soccer… the week will end with a play-off game!

WEEK 7: July 23 - 27 GLEE AM/PM SESSIONS Grades 1st - 6th>>AM Session (9am-12pm), 1st-3rd grade *gets swim time >>PM Session (12:30-3:30pm), 4th-6th grade *does not get swim timeDo you love to SING? Does singing make you want to move? How about doing both with contemporary pop music: Thunder by Imagine Dragons; Something Just Like This by Coldplay; and This is Me from the Greatest Showman. Come spend a week at Glee camp and learn the art of performing while working on vocals and easy dance moves! Professional Artist in Residence, Amy Curti will lead the camp on her keyboard and local high school varsity dancer Sarah Yanaichi will lead you in some simple choreography to make our performance engaging and memorable! The week will finish with a performance for fellow campers, family and friends! Don’t miss out on this chance to be a SUPER STAR!!

WEEK 8: July 30 - August 3 SECRET SPY CAMP Grades 2nd - 6thBecome a secret agent with YMCA Secret Spy Camp. Every spy school needs to provide their trainees with the proper credentials. Start spy school off right by creating Spy ID Cards, come up with your official cover or spy name. Fingerprint cards will be created to complete your confidential files. Fingerprinting will be done by local police officers and local law enforcement will be stopping in throughout the week. Campers will be presented with an official spy school certificate at the end of the week.

WEEK 9: August 6 - 10 STEAM* (SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY ENGINEERING ART MATHEMATICS) Grades 3rd - 6thFull “Steam” Ahead! Focusing on science, technology, engineering, art, and math, STEAM camp is perfect for campers looking for a challenge and a creative and comprehensive experience that extends beyond their academic year. Projects include circuit boards, physic experiments and architecture taught by an AERA STEM Engineer.*Local Engineers with AERA ENERGY are volunteering their time so your kids can have an amazing educational FUN camp experience!!!

SPLASH CAMP $175.00/Member $195.00/ Participant Grades K - 5thSplash camp gives campers an opportunity to experience traditional day camp while learning how to swim, basic water safety and much more! Campers will participate in a 45-minute swim lesson in the morning AND 30 minutes of rec swim in the afternoon. If your child wishes to participate in the afternoon swim, an extra swimsuit and towel is recommended! The rest of the day will be filled with traditional camp activities such as crafting, playing games, outdoor activities and much more! Be sure to pack sunblock. Space is limited so register early!

Week 2 June 18 - 22 ...........................................................................Grades K-2 max enrollment 12Week 3 June 25 - 29 ............................................................................Grades 3-5 max enrollment 28Week 4 July 2 - 6 (Closed July 4th) ....................................................Grades K-2 max enrollment 12Week 5 July 9 - 13 .................................................................................Grades 3-5 max enrollment 28Week 6 July 16 - 20 ..............................................................................Grades K-2 max enrollment 12Week 7 July 23 - 27 ..............................................................................Grades 3-5 max enrollment 28Week 8 July 30 - August 3 ..................................................................Grades K-2 max enrollment 12

With camp scholarships,

pay as low as $17.50 per day

OR $1.94 an hour.

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LEGO® CAMPSWeekly Session Fees: $205.00 Y Member $225.00 Participants

Camps run from 8:00am - 5:00pm . Extended care is available for an additional fee of $30.00.

MINECRAFT ENGINEERING WITH LEGO® June 25 - 29 Grades K-2nd This camp takes place in the morning and gets afternoon swim time. Tap into your imagination with tens of thousands of LEGO! Build engineer-designed projects such as boats, snowmobiles, catapults, and merry-go-rounds. Then use special pieces to create your own unique design! New and returning students can explore the endless creative possibilities of the LEGO building system with the guidance of an experienced Play-Well instructor.

MINECRAFT MASTER ENGINEERING WITH LEGO® June 25 - 29 Grades 3rd-5th This camp takes place in the afternoon and does not get swim time. Power on your engineering skills with Play-Well TEKnologies and tens of thousands of LEGO! Apply real world concept in physics, engineering, and architecture through engineer-designed projects such as catapults, pneumatic cranes, arch bridges, and battletracks! Design and build as never before and explore your craziest ideas in a supportive environment. An experienced instructor will challenge new and returning students to engineer to the next level.

JEDI ENGINEERING USING LEGO® July 16 - 20 Grades K-2nd This camp takes place in the morning and gets afternoon swim time. The force awakens in this introductory engineering course for young Jedi! Explore engineering principles by designing and building projects such as LEGO X-Wings, R2 Units, Energy Catapults, Defense Turrets, and Settlements from a galaxy far, far away. Create motorized and architectural projects with imagination and engineering to defeat the empire!

JEDI MASTER ENGINEERING USING LEGO® July 16 - 20 Grades 3rd-5th This camp takes place in the afternoon and does not get swim time. The force awakens in this advanced engineering course for young Jedi! Discover key engineering concepts such as gear trains, worm drives, pneumatics, and eccentric motion. Build LEGO X-Wings, AT-AT walkers, Pod Racers, Star Destroyers, Cloud Cities, Settlements, Fortresses, and other complex machine and structures from a galaxy far, far away.**These camps will fill up, so register early!**

RiseUP

Space is limited! Register Now!

PLATINUM: BRONZE:

RiseUP is a signature Santa Maria Valley YMCA program offering opportunities to challenged youth in our community. Each child participant has been chosen by principles in the Santa Maria Bonita and Guadalupe School Districts.

Statistics show that early prevention is the key to offering these youth successful lives. At 9 years of age these specially chosen young 3rd graders come to the Y for a full month of concentrated fun and education. They learn engineering and robotics from bilingual CalPoly Alum and, this year, from AERA energy engineers as well! They are also immersed in literacy,

Healthy Behaviors Initiative, and swimming. Another lifesaving skill set they simply do not have the opportunity to learn without this program.

They come back each summer until 5th grade. At that time, Allan Hancock College’s Bulldog program embraces these children and guides them on a linear path to higher education. After high school, they qualify for the Hancock Promise program - This is 2 years of junior college. FREE.

Rise up is in its third year of our 3 year pilot program. It has proven so effective that we are doubling the students we will be bringing in next summer.

ERG has been the primary sponsor for this program from the very start. Rabobank jumped on board during our second year and AERA Energy is joining the team in 2018.

With enormous gratitude to our community partners:

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SUMMER CAMP JAM/YMCA OPEN HOUSE!All campers, potential campers, and their families are invited to attend our

FREE Childcare Open House on Wednesday, May 16th from 5:30pm - 7:30pm. Come see what the Y has to offer this summer, meet our staff, and pick up your FREE camp t-shirt* and dinner.

*must be enrolled in camp to receive free t-shirt

Y DAY CAMP:

With so many demands on today’s families, parents need all the support they can get; that is why child care at the Y is about more than looking after kids. It’s about nurturing their development by providing a safe place to learn foundational skills, develop healthy, trusting relationships and build self-reliance through the Y values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility. At Y day camp, kids have the opportunity to explore nature, find new talents, try new activities, gain independence and make lasting friendships and memories.

CAMP PROGRAM GOALS:• To provide an emotionally and

physically safe environment.

• To help children build and develop feelings of self worth and appreciation of other people, through family values.

• To allow children to experience activities in nature.

• To help children learn and develop physical fitness and team cooperation through exposure to various sports and games.

This Y summer camp will be tons of fun combined with continued learning. We will make a difference!

YOUR CHILD’S SAFETY IS OUR PRIORITY The YMCA has a strong commitment to provide a safe and secure environment for all program participants, parents, guardians and guests who are directly or indirectly involved in programs at the YMCA.

Weapons or illegal substances of any kind are not allowed on YMCA Property.

If there is reasonable suspicion that a parent, child, guardian, or other guest on Y property has unauthorized alcohol, drugs, weapons, or is conducting any illegal activity, this information must be reported immediately to a YMCA supervisor.

In cases where reasonable suspicion exists, the YMCA may search a child, parent, guardian or other guest’s belonging and areas, as in, but not limited to, lockers, food and beverage containers, purses, backpacks, clothing and personal vehicles on company property. Searches of clothing will be conducted by a person of the same sex. All individuals are required to cooperate in all searches.

YMCA DIVERSITY STATEMENT:The Santa Maria Valley YMCA nurtures and supports an environment that reflects, respects, and celebrates our differences, while embracing the richness of our diversity within our membership and staff. We strive to learn from all cultures to improve our programs and to ensure that people of all backgrounds and capabilities feel welcome to participate in rewarding activities that will strengthen the health and vitality of the YMCA and the communities we serve.

YOUTH PROTECTION STATEMENT: We consider it of great importance to provide a safe and threat-free environment. For this reason the YMCA monitors the sexual offender registry. Persons on the list will not be eligible for membership, program participation, volunteer or employment opportunities with this Y.

In all Y Youth Programs we try to:• Finger paint more and point fingers less• Do less correcting and more connecting• Take more hikes and make more kites• Stop playing serious and seriously start playing• Build self esteem first and the craft later• Teach less about the love of power and more about the power

of respect, responsibility, caring and honesty• Put a smile on EVERY child’s face

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DEPOSITS:All deposits are applied toward weekly fees. All deposits are NON-REFUNDABLE and NON-TRANSFERABLE. A deposit of $25 is required for all camps, except LEGO, this camp does require the total cost of the camp to hold the spot due to the popularity of the camp.

PAYMENT SCHEDULE:Automatic payment plans are available to schedule automatic payments around your pay schedule. If a payment is not received, your child may lose his or her spot. The exception being LEGO camp. LEGO camps balance is due at registration.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS:Camp scholarships are available. Your family will never be turned away due to financial hardships. For more information contact the Y at (805) 937-8521.

FEES:A $25.00 service charge will be applied to your account for any returned checks. Your child will not be allowed to attend camp until all fees are paid. Failure to make the final payment by the due date will result in the loss of your reservation and deposit, and there is also a $20 late fee.

REFUNDS:Children with contagious illness or fever will not be permitted into the program. A credit of 50% for the full week is available only if the Director is called on Monday and notified that the child will be out all week. Refunds will ONLY be given for illness and family emergency and only if the whole week is missed. The max refund is 50% of fees paid.

DEPOSITS, PAYMENTS, FEES, AND REFUNDS

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS ARE AVAILABLE

CHILD PROTECTION POLICY:The YMCA staff shall protect the child in care from child abuse, neglect, or exploitation. Corporal punishment will not be permitted on the Child Care premises by anyone including parents and staff. This also includes biting, jerking, shaking, slapping, hitting, kicking, verbal or any other means of inflicting pain. As child care staff, we are mandated reporters and required to report any suspicion of child abuse. We are protectors and advocates for children.

BABY-SITTING POLICY:YMCA staff may not babysit program participants outside of YMCA programs. Thank you for not asking them.

EMERGENCY CLOSURE POLICY:The Santa Maria Valley YMCA Emergency Closure Policy is for severe weather, power outages, disaster, or any unforeseen reason that YMCA child care programs may be closed without prior notice. All child care participants are encouraged to have a backup plan for emergencies.

EMERGENCY PROCEDURES:Parents of all children in all of our programs are required to submit a Medical Release Form, giving the YMCA permission to seek medical attention in the event of an emergency. Parents are required to update the YMCA on any change of home, work and medical phone numbers. The YMCA has disaster guidelines posted for your review. In case of an evacuation emergency such as fire, bomb threat, or gas leak, children will be kept in the nearest safe area and parents will be contacted as soon as possible to pick up their child. In case of confinement to the facility, parents or emergency contacts will be called as soon as possible and informed of procedures.

IN CASE OF ACCIDENT:1. A member of the staff will carry out immediate first aid

and/or call an ambulance. Child care staff are trained in First Aid and CPR.

2. A member of the staff will contact parents to come and take the child if medical care is necessary.

3. In the event of an emergency and the parent or designated person cannot be reached, the staff person in charge will have the authority to transport to a hospital via ambulance.

PRACTICES CONCERNING AN ILL CHILD: If your child feels ill and cannot participate in the program he/she will be given a quiet place to rest and you will be notified. Children who have a fever or any contagious illness will not be allowed to remain at the site. You, or an emergency contact, must pick up your child within a half an hour. Notice will be posted on the Parent bulletin board if there is an instance of a communicable disease at the site.

The following are examples of symptoms that might indicate the need for your child’s exclusion from our program:

• Fever• Vomiting • Diarrhea• Draining rash, eye discharge, or pink eye• Lice or nits• Too tired or sick to participate

If your child has the above symptoms they will not be accepted into care, and must remain home for at least 24 hours or until symptoms are gone. If they develop these symptoms during the day we will require a parent or guardian to pick-up the child from camp within 30 minutes of phone call. After 30 minutes the Y reserves the right to call emergency personnel. (In the event that a child needs immediate attention 911 will be called immediately.)

MEDICATION MANAGEMENT:The Y does not permit staff to administer medication without the written authorization from the parent or guardian. Any prescription medication brought to the site must be in its original container, clearly labeled with child’s name and given to the camp coordinator or child care director along with a completed medication authorization form. This medication will be stored in a locked bag and administered by an authorized staff member. Prescription medications ONLY may be given with written parent consent, and only at the dose, duration, and method of administration specified on the label.

SUNSCREEN:Please apply sunscreen before camp. Staff are not permitted to rub sunscreen on any child. We recommend sending your child with spray sunscreen and the staff can assist the child by spraying sunscreen on for the child to rub in.

PROGRAM POLICIES AND PROCEDURES

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BEHAVIOR GUIDANCE POLICY:The Y policy is based upon developmentally appropriate practice and the core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility. These values shall be consistently encouraged. Please read to your child their responsibilities and note that continuous unacceptable behavior is documented in writing and may result in removal from camp. Note: Any child who runs away from a group will immediately be removed from camp. No refunds will be issued if a child is removed from camp. Any problems your child may be having at home will probably affect his or her behavior during camp. Please keep us informed of such problems, so that we can be sensitive to your child’s needs. We would like to work as a team with the child’s family. This will enable us to provide the best environment for your child’s growth and development.

CHILD’S RESPONSIBILITIES:• Respect others• Respect the Y• Respect yourself• Respect Staff and Volunteers• Respect equipment and property• Remain with a staff member at all times• Return materials and equipment to the place

you found them• Speak for yourself• Follow directions• Keep track of your belongings

If your child’s behavior is not acceptable, our policy follows these steps:

• Reasoning (discussing the issue with the child)• Removal from activity• Removal from program• No refunds will be given

CHILD’S RESPONSIBILITIES

CAMP INFORMATION

NEW PROGRAM HOURS:Our camps run from 8:00am - 5:00pm Monday- Friday. We offer extended care from 7:00am - 8:00am and 5:00pm - 6:00pm for an additional fee. Your child MUST be here by 9:00am.

If you must pick your child up before 5:00pm, please be prepared to wait up to 30 minutes; or you may be asked to pick up your child where the camp is, children may be participating in activities at Waller Park. We do not allow children to be signed in and out more than once each day.

Late Drop Offs: The Y will charge an additional $10 late fee if your child is dropped off after 9:30 am, unless otherwise stated at the discretion of the Camp Coordinators and Director. The parent/guardian will be asked to take the camper to their group.

Late Pick Ups: The Y will charge $1 per minute per child for each late pick up.

Extended Care: This option is available for campers who enroll in our camps but need extended care hours. Extended care is a flat rate regardless of the time needed. The fee is offered at a low rate of $30 per week for care between 7am - 8am and 5pm - 6pm.

STAFF QUALIFICATIONS:All of our camp staff are experienced and highly qualified. Our primary concern is to provide a safe, creative, educational, and fun environment for our campers. Most of our staff are college students with sports, recreation, or education backgrounds. All staff have cleared background checks, and are certified with CPR, First Aid, and Child Abuse Prevention.

CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS:The Y will accept children with special needs into our programs and makes a reasonable effort to accommodate the child without fundamentally altering the child care program. The Y provides group child care and is not able to provide personal assistants for the children with special needs. Please make director or coordinator aware if your child has any special needs.

WHAT TO BRING TO CAMP:Campers should wear comfortable close toed shoes, and play clothes. Please bring in a backpack a healthy lunch, swimsuit, towel, water, hat, light coat, and spray sunscreen. Please mark everything with your child’s name. Your child is responsible for their own belongings. It is very important that they bring a backpack with them each day, they will be carrying their belongings throughout the day. Reminder, staff are not permitted to rub sunscreen on any child so if your child requires assistance with sunscreen we recommend purchasing the spray sunscreen. If a child is out of dress code, a parent will be contacted to bring appropriate clothing. No refunds will be given if a child is sent home or the child is not allowed to stay.*Free camp shirts are only for campers who are pre-registered for Summer camp by May 16th. Sizes and shirts are limited in availability. Free t-shirts are only available this night, otherwise they can be purchased for $7 each from the front desk.

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The Y recognizes that guardians are the most important role models in a child’s life; because of this, we welcome communication and your support.

If you have an issue, concern, or question please speak with Alyssa Martinez, Camp Coordinator, at amartinez@smvymca.org or (805) 937-8521. If the coordinator is unable to meet your needs, please contact Kelsey Ferguson, Child Care Director, at kferguson@smvymca.org or (805) 937-8521.

PARENT RESPONSIBILITIES:• Know that your child is in a safe, fun environment this summer so you can relax and they can enjoy. • Ensure your child arrives to camp no later than 9:00 am• Make sure all payments are received by their designated due dates• Keep staff informed of any changes in contact information• Park in designated parking spots for drop off and pick up• Provide your own accident and health coverage for your child• Make sure your child has everything they will need for their camp day• Maintain good communication between yourself and camp staff• Bring a photo ID EVERY time you pick up your child

PARENT/GUARDIAN RESPONSIBILITIES

SNACKS/MEALS:The Y provides a healthy morning and afternoon snack. Please be sure your child has breakfast before camp. The Y aims to teach healthy eating choices and an active lifestyle. Please alert the staff to any allergies your child may have. When packing your child’s lunch please keep in mind that no refrigeration or warming of food is available. A healthy lunch consists of fruits, vegetables, water and an entrée. No sodas, candy or fast food will be permitted.

PERSONAL BELONGINGS:Please mark all your child’s belongings with their first and last name. Do not send money, toys, valuables, or any electronics with your child. The Y will not be held responsible for any lost or stolen items.

LOST AND FOUND:The Y will keep lost and found items for 2 weeks, at the end of each week, items will be donated to the Goodwill.

SWIMMING:All campers will be given the opportunity to swim in the Y pool at least once a week. Mondays are ONLY swim testing days. If your child misses our test day, they will have the opportunity to test again the following Monday. All other swimmers who are not testing on Monday will be doing camp activities with their camps. We do ask that parents pack a swim suit, towel and spray sunscreen each day as water activities are scheduled throughout the summer.

Please Note: Flotation devices are not allowed. Children must be able to reach the bottom of the pool flatfooted or wear a Coast Guard approved life vest. There will be alternative options for children who will not be swimming.

SIGN IN AND OUT:Parents and/or only those authorized to pick up the child as noted on the registration form must sign in and out their child with a full signature. Children will only be released to an adult with a photo ID and over the age of 18.

CHILD PICK UP:If a Y staff member feels a parent is in an unsafe condition to drive or otherwise leave with their child, the Y may suggest that the parent call a friend, relative, or cab. Staff may call 911 for assistance or to report the incident. We at no time will allow convicted sex offenders to pick up a child, or be on the premises. By law, the Y must have a court order on file stating that a biological parent cannot pick up a child.

PARENT INTERACTION:Parents who want to visit their child(ren) throughout the day must get Director approval. Parents will be limited to visitation and will need to sign in and out at the front desk. Parents are not allowed to meet or join campers during field trips. Parents may not change campers during swim time. This is for the safety of all children who participate at camp. Parents who intimidate, threaten, swear, or otherwise harass any staff, volunteer, etc. will not be allowed to return to the Y. No refund will be issued.

PROGRAM PRACTICES

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YMCA CAMP FAQ’s

What is a typical day like at camp?There is no such thing as a typical day or week at camp. Campers participate in a wide variety of large and small group activities such as arts & crafts, songs, games, sports and swim time. Most of the day your camper will be with their camp group. Sometimes camp groups may do activities together.

How do you know the right child is going home with the right adult?Our staff is required to check for a photo ID and cross check it with the list of people that you have authorized to pick up your camper. Please be prepared to bring your photo ID each day at check out.

Can my camper join his/her sibling/friend in an older/younger age group?Our activities and groups are designed specifically for each age group, so we do not allow group hopping. If your camper is concerned about seeing a family member or friend who is in a different group, campers eat lunch together and participate in all-camp activities and games throughout the week.

What should my child wear to camp?Campers should wear causal clothes that they can get dirty, and comfortable closed-toe shoes for outdoor activities.

What if my camper loses something at camp?We have a place for that. Our camp has a lost and found, kept in a designated spot throughout the summer. If you think an item of yours was left behind at camp, check with your camper’s unit leader and chances are, we’ll find it. Unfortunately, we are unable to store lost and found items for more than 2 weeks, so don’t wait to start your search. We donate any unclaimed items to a local non-profit. Please don’t forget to put your child’s first and last name on items brought to camp.

Is there an opportunity for parents and campers to meet with camp counselors/administrators before camp begins?The Y hosts a Free Child Care Open House on Wednesday, May16 from 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm. This is a great opportunity to meet staff, play games and have a whole lot of fun. Our Camp Unit Leaders arrive daily by 9:00 am and are available to meet with campers and parents. Also, a Camp Coordinator is available during the camp day to speak to you.

What happens if my camper is sick or gets hurt?Parents will be notified by camp staff if their camper has not been feeling well for a period of time and does not seem to be getting any better. Moderate injuries will also be communicated to the parent once proper first aid has taken place. In the case of a severe injury needing professional medical attention, the parent or guardian will be contacted immediately.

What should I include in a healthy lunch?Please include a fruit and vegetable, a grain (crackers, pretzels, etc.), a drink (water, 100% juice) and a main course (sandwich, quesadilla, leftovers, etc.). Campers expend a large amount of energy during camp, so please pack enough food for your child.

Can a staff member heat/cool my camper’s lunch?We are unable to heat camper’s lunches or store them in a refrigerator. If their lunch needs to be hot, consider packing it in a thermos. If their lunch needs to be cool, consider packing an ice pack.

Can I bring my camper fast food/soda for lunch?Campers are not allowed to have fast food or sodas at camp. If you need to bring your camper a lunch, it needs to be a healthy lunch.

Can I pick up my camper and take them to lunch?We do not allow campers to leave camp and then return in the same day. You are welcome to bring a healthy lunch and enjoy it with your camper. First, you will need to sign in with a camp coordinator or camp director and get a visitors badge before going with your camper.

Can my camper bring money to purchase drinks from the vending machine?Campers may not purchase drinks from the vending machines. Water breaks are made frequently. We encourage campers to carry a water bottle with them that they may refill.

How will I know what my camper did throughout the week?Every week we send home a camp newsletter, with information about the week and news about the upcoming weeks. Camp staff encourages campers to take home projects daily. Please do ask your camper what he or she learned throughout the day.

I think my camper is being bullied, what should I do?We take bullying very seriously. Please speak to one of the camp coordinators and they will take care of the situation. We want Y camp to be a safe and fun place for all our campers.

Can campers bring a cell phone or electronics?No, cell phones and electronics disrupt the camp experience. Camp is about making new friends and enjoying interactions with staff and fellow campers. Cell phones and electronics should be left at home.

Can a camp staff member apply sunscreen to my camper?Please apply sunscreen to your child before coming to camp each day. Throughout the day, your child will have frequent opportunities to reapply sunscreen. Camp staff are unable to help campers with lotions, but can help campers apply spray sunscreen.

I have a concern about something that happened at camp. Who should I talk to?The Camp Coordinator or Camp Director are available if you have any concerns.

I have ideas for how to make camp better! How can I share them?Every week we send out a parent survey. Please take a few minutes to fill it out and let us know your ideas.

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CHILD CARE BEHAVIOR GUIDANCE POLICYYMCA Child Participants have a responsibility to conduct themselves in a manner that is in the best interests of the program, its students and staff.Parents/Guardians have a responsibility to go over the Child Behavior Contract with their child(s), as we want to make all participants experiences a positive one.The YMCA staff has a responsibility to support your child in the child care setting, be a role model and to follow all safety protocol, including behavior management.What will happen when this contract is violated?If an incident occurs where a child conducts himself/herself in such a manner which jeopardizes their safety, the safety of others, or is not in accordance with the mission of the YMCA, the following steps will be taken.

1. First Violation: A staff member will address and document the issue directly with the child. The child may be removed from an activity for the day, such as a project, free time, etc. Parents will be contacted during the day or at the end of day depending on the time and severity of the incident. Parents must sign the behavior slip at time of pick-up.

2. Second Violation: A staff member will address and document the issue directly with the child. The parent or guardian will receive a phone call and may be asked to pick up their child within the hour. The child may or may not be allowed to attend YMCA Programing the next day that he/she is registered for. Parents must sign the behavior slip at the time of pick-up.

3. Third Violation: A staff member will address and document the issue directly with the child. Parents may be contacted and asked to pick up their child immediately. The child may be suspended for the day or week that he/she is registered for depending on the severity of the incident. Parents must sign the behavior slip at the time of pick-up.

4. Fourth Violation: Child will be dismissed from YMCA Programing for the remainder of the program time and may be permanently expelled from YMCA programming.

* Please Note: We reserve the right at any time to dismiss your child from the program immediately if we deem unsafe placement due to environment, physical, emotional, or other harm to themselves, other children, and staff. We will work to determine if the program suits the need of your child and if your child’s presence in the program jeopardizes the safety of other children and staff.

CHILD CARE BEHAVIOR CONTRACTParents/Guardians:Please review the following behavior contract with your child. Ensure that they understand the expectation that they adhere to the terms of the contract at all times while at YMCA Child Care Programs.Character CodeDeveloping and displaying positive character values is very important to the YMCA. Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility is a large part of our commitment to offering a safe and exciting experience. It is imperative that our children agree to live by our Character Code while under our supervision.

Each parent and child participant must read and initial each of the statements below in acknowledgement of their agreement to abide by these rules.WHILE AT CAMP, I WILL:

_____ Show respect and kindness to other children participants and staff _____ Show responsibility by being helpful

_____ Be honest with other children participants and staff _____ Respect the property of the Y and other participants

_____ Respect other people’s feelings and differences _____ Respect others by keeping your hands to yourself

_____ Have fun and make it fun for others _____ Respect others’ personal space

WHILE AT CAMP, I WILL NOT:

_____ Fight, “rough house” or behave unsafely _____ Take things that don’t belong to me

_____ Threaten or bully others _____ Inappropriately touch others

_____ Use inappropriate language _____ Bring toys

I have read and understood this Behavior Contract, and agree to follow rules and honor the YMCA Character Code. I understand that failure to comply with these rules will have consequences, which may include, but are not limited to:

• Prohibition from participation in activities• One day dismissal • Permanent expulsion from Child Care program – no refunds will be given

We CARE for ourselves and those around us.We earn each other’s trust through HONESTY.We RESPECT each other and the environment.

We are RESPONSIBLE for our own choices.

SANTA MARIA VALLEY YMCA3400 Skyway Drive, Santa Maria, CA 93455 (805) 937-8521 smvymca.org

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