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1 Come be great at Bethesda Country Day School s Unique Learning Experiences. Real Fun. Pure Genius. School Age Summer Program 5615 Beech Avenue Bethesda, MD bethesdacountrydayschool.com

2 Come be great! Unique Learning Experiences. Real Fun. Pure Genius Welcome Highlights Activity Blocks Specialty Camps Fee Schedule Registration Form Bethesda Country Day School Summer Program 2016 Page 1

3 Welcome Summer Program Description Summer Program at Bethesda Country Day School offers funfilled summer programs for children ages Each week, campers jump into action, participating in exciting sports programs, exploring nature, becoming involved in performing and creative arts, playing a part in group activities, and attending special events. Our campers have the opportunity to expand their horizons during the summer, embarking on new adventures, and having fun! Our exceptional program and dedicated staff create an environment that forges lifelong friendships among our campers. We create a summer experience that is unforgettable! It all starts with our outstanding counselors. A camp is only as good as its staff, and we are extremely proud of ours. Talent, creativity, love of children, leadership and devotion make our camp counselors the heart and soul of the program. We take our programs seriously and begin our summer with intensive staff training and orientation. Counselors and specialists are doing exactly what they enjoy most: spending a summer inspiring campers to explore, reach for new heights, and expand their horizons. Bethesda Country Day School gives you choices. Our program includes five days of activities, from 8:30 am 4:30 pm. You can choose to add extended hours and specialty programs to your menu of summer fun. We offer a range of outdoor activities, plus indoor activities conducted in our fully air conditioned facility. Our specialty camps are optional programs, operating during regular camp hours, which provide even more choices for unique and exciting adventures. Camp Hours Monday-Friday Extended Before Care Extended After Care Week 1 June Week 2 June 27 July 1 Week 3 July 4 8 Week 4 July Week 5 July Special Features Quality staff Flexible, extended hours Field trips, special events Indoor and outdoor amp Air conditioned facility/bus Lunch program Family activities On campus activities 8:30am 3:00pm 7:00am - 8:30am 3:00pm - 6:00pm Camp Schedule (no school July 4) Week 6 July Week 7 Aug 1 5 Week 8 Aug 8 12 Week 9 Aug Week 10 Aug Activities Sporting events Swimming Physical education S.T.E.M. Themed activities Wii Fitness system Arts and crafts Bethesda Country day School Summer Program 2016 Page 2

4 Highlights Sample Daily Schedule 7:00 8:30 am Before Care Photography: A portable studio 8:00 9:00 am Drama The Musical Snack/Campers Choice 9:00 10:00 am Iron Camp Chef 10:00 11:00 am Field Trip/On Campus Event 11:00 am 12:00 pm Science Gurus 12:00 1:00 pm Lunch and Recess 1:00 2:00pm Urban Designers 2:00 3:00pm Artist Studio 3:00 4:00pm Lego Inspired Engineering Snack/Campers Choice Field Trips & On Campus Activities All Campers Bethesda Country Day School Program features a unique selection of indoor and outdoor activities and field trips that take advantage of resources in the local area. Our summer campers have the opportunity to expand their horizons, embark on new adventures, and have fun. Our exceptional program and dedicated staff create an environment that forges lifelong friendships among our campers. We create a summer experience that is unforgettable! Camp activities include sports & games, creative arts, arts & crafts, science & cooking, songs & skits, field trips, group activities, special guests water play and/or swimming. Klutz: Designed for Doing, NOT Just Reading Klutz has it all: drawing, bead art, fairies, jewelry, magic, science and more. Klutz books and activities are perfect for exploring new creative interests and for expanding on old favorites. Most activities come in multiple themes to appeal to discerning creative minds. Klutz books brings creativity to life during our Camp activity hour! 4:00 5:00pm Citizenship & Friendship Brigade 5:00 6:00pm After Care Games Galore Bethesda Country Day School Summer Program 2016 Page 3

5 Activity Blocks Each week campers will engage in unique activity blocks that offer relevant, meaningful experiences that allow them to construct new knowledge while connecting to previous knowledge. Activities provide an opportunity for campers to engage, explore and make sense of the natural world through inquiry and project-based learning. BLOCK 1 Photography: A portable studio Campers are immersed in the art and craft of still photography, and are introduced to the tools necessary to capture great images and refine them through digital imaging. BLOCK 2 Drama-The Musical Campers learn basic knowledge of acting techniques and stage movement to develop their imagination, creativity and confidence. BLOCK 3 Iron Camp Chef Campers will practice a variety of kitchen skills and use their creativity, while getting messy, and eating delicious foods! BLOCK 4 Science Gurus Practical and fun experimentation and project building send campers home with enthusiasm and the knowledge required to take the sciences further as hobbies. BLOCK 5 Urban Designers Draw. Decorate. Design. Campers will explore a multitude of design challenges, including interior design, architectural design and fashion design. BLOCK 6 Time Travelers Through the Decades Come explore the Roaring 20 s, Fabulous 50 s, and Excellent 80 s. We will travel through each decade and study important inventions, as well as historical milestones. BLOCK 7 Color Wars Campers are divided into teams, each of which is assigned a color. The teams compete against each other in challenges and events to earn points. BLOCK 8 Lego-Inspired Engineering Dream it. Build it. Wreck it. Repeat! Campers build elaborate objects, structures and vehicles, while they explore fundamental principles of engineering and physics. BLOCK 9 Citizenship & Friendship Brigade Campers will find creative ways to give back, while learning about how they can make a difference, strengthening their character and friendships along the way. BLOCK 10 Games Galore Come be part of a summer camp that continues to emphasize a vast exposure to a variety of sports and games. BLOCK 11 Artist Studio Draw it! Paint it! Sculpt it! There is no right or wrong when it comes to making art. Use your creativity to express your inner artist. BLOCK 12 Technology Stop With an emphasis on creativity, exploration, and friendship, campers discover new tech skills in an energetic, kid-friendly learning environment. Bethesda country Day School Summer Camp 2016 Page 4

6 Specialty Programs Swimming Campers will enjoy one hour of swimming twice a week at the YMCA pool. Joy of Dance Campers that love dancing will have the opportunity to showcase their abilities in a fun environment. Soccer Challenger Sports offers a fun and complete program that promotes healthy competition among the players. Karate Campers will learn basic skills and develop confidence, hand-eye coordination and concentration. Bethesda Country Day School Summer Camp 2016 Page 5

7 2016 Summer Fee Schedule Choose Weekly Schedule Week 1 June Week 2 June 27 July 1 Week 3 July 4 8 Week 4 July Week 5 July Week 6 July Week 7 August 1 5 Week 8 August 8 12 Week 9 August No Camp on July 4 M T W R F Calculate Total Weekly Camp Cost $ Activity Fee $ Additional T-shirt # x $15 = $ Deposit Due $ TOTAL $ Camper Information Grade Completed Date of Birth Shirt Size (Y XS- Adult M) Week 10 August Tuition and Schedule M-F MWF T-TH 5 11 years old Full Day (8:30-3pm) $270 $170 n/a AM Care (7am-8:30am) $35 $21 $14 PM Care (3pm-6pm) $60 $36 $24 Activity Fee per child $50 Registration Fee New Student $100 Application Fee (New Families) $110 Payment Policy: A deposit equal to your tuition is required at time of enrollment to hold your reservation. The deposit will be applied to your campers final week of camp. Weekly camp fees are due every Monday morning at drop-off for that week of Camp and is subject to a $25 late fee if not received by 12 pm Tuesday. Deposit Camp Cost $ x wks = $ Notes: Bethesda Country Day School Summer Program 2016 Page 6

8 Registration Form Bethesda Country Day School Summer Program 2016 Page 7