Affordable, Flexible, Fun!!

Summer Adventures at The Knox School Affordable, Flexible, Fun!! Check us out at www.knoxschool.org/summercamp or on Facebook at Knox Summer Adventures Office phone 631.686.1640 THE KNOX SCHOOL 541 Long Beach Rd. St. James, NY 11780

From the Director s Desk Mark Navins Welcome to Summer Adventures at The Knox School! The staff and I have been busy and excited as we prepare for our 14th summer of delivering an enjoyable, quality, camp program to kids in kindergarten through twelfth grade. Our 40-acre waterfront location allows us to offer Kayaking, Peddle Boating, and Stand-Up Paddle Boarding, along with daily trips to the beach, all of which make Knox unique! Run by parents and educators, Knox Summer Adventures recognizes that flexibility and affordability are key. You are free to choose the days and weeks you would like your child to attend and our competitive rates help make Knox the best choice for your budget. On a rotating basis, campers will participate in water activities such as Kayaking and Stand-Up Paddle Boarding, American Red Cross Swim Instruction, Field Sports, Tennis, Gaga Ball, Volleyball, Basketball, Minecraft, Fun with Physics, Fine and Performing Arts, Chess and Games and so much more! Daily hot and cold lunch, snack and ice-pops are included and busing and extended care are available for additional fees. Check our website for information about our daily event calendar, specialty sports camps and renowned Equestrian camp. It is our hope that this brochure will give you a glimpse into the wonders of summer camp and perhaps bring back some of your own camp memories! Give your child the opportunity to cultivate new friendships, build character, explore new interests and make wonderful, summertime memories that will last for years to come. Remember your summer adventure begins at Knox! Facilities Picturesque, serene, 40+ acre campus, beautiful horseback riding facility, on-campus waterfront access, expansive sports fields, tennis courts, gym with stage, separate Tadpole facility, health center, 20 x 50 in-ground pool, and air-conditioned classrooms. Food Service Nutritious lunch, snack, beverages and an ice pop at the end of the day are included in tuition. WE ARE A NUT FREE CAMPUS! Extended Day 7-9 am ($13 per day, per camper) ; 3:45 to 6:00 pm ($18 per day, per camper) ; $26 for am and pm in the same day. All campers not picked up by 3:45 pm must join extended care and will be charged accordingly. Aquatics All campers are evaluated and receive an American Red Cross swim lesson daily and free swim time (weather permitting), in our in-ground pool. Specialty camps enjoy a recreational swim as well. Campers also visit the beach, where they swim, play and participate in our SAND CASTLE CONTEST! Change Fee The following procedure has been established for any change made to the original registration contract: 1. After 6/1/16, each and every change to the original contract will be subject to a $30 change fee. 2. All changes and additions to the original registration must be submitted in writing in order to be considered and honored. Send email to: camp_info@knoxschool.org. 2 Knox School Summer Adventures 541 Long Beach Road, Saint James NY 11780 631.686.1640 www.knoxschool.org

Find Your Group... Tadpoles: Entering Kindergarten in September 2016 Tadpoles are a co-ed group staffed by a certified teacher as well as senior and junior counselors. Tadpoles participate in activities that are age and ability-level appropriate and are designed to prepare them for kindergarten. Tadpoles receive swimming lessons and enjoy regular trips to the beach. Minnows: Entering 1st and 2nd grades in September 2016 Sailfish: Entering 3rd and 4th grades in September 2016 Dolphins: Entering 5th and 6th grades in September 2016 These groups are separated by gender and have the opportunity to participate in waterfront activities such as Kayaking, Stand-Up Paddle Boarding, Peddle Boating and beach trips on a rotating basis. Campers receive one swim lesson each day in our in-ground pool conducted by our certified swim instructors and free swim time. Other activities available on a rotating basis include: Field Sports, Arts & Crafts, Fun with Physics, Tennis, Basketball, Fine Arts, Chess & Games, Minecraft, Performing Arts, Volleyball, Badminton and Gaga Ball. Counselors in each group are certified teachers, college students and high school juniors and seniors. 3 Knox School Summer Adventures 541 Long Beach Road, Saint James NY 11780 631.686.1640 www.knoxschool.org

Sharks: Entering 7th and 8th grades in September 2016 The Sharks are co-ed groups that make up the lower level of our travel program. Campers travel to regional hot-spots Tuesday thru Thursday. As always, field trip transportation, lunch and admission to attractions are included in the tuition price. Please note: some trips may require early drop off and/or late pick-up, therefore bus transportation to and from camp on those days will not be available. Please see our Travel Calendar of trips and visit the website for updates. Mondays and Fridays are on-campus days for our travelers during which they participate in all of the fun activities Knox Summer Adventures has to offer. Our NEW Teen Rec Center, open on Mondays and Fridays, features PingPong, Air Hockey, Karaoke, Snacks, Drinks, Music AND MORE! Barracudas: Entering 9th grade in September 2016 Orcas: Entering 10th and 11th grade in September 2016 The Barracudas and Orcas are co-ed groups that make up the upper level of our travel program. Campers travel to regional, and three overnight locations Tuesday thru Thursday. As always, field trip transportation, lunch and admission to attractions are included in the tuition price. Please note: some trips may require early drop off and/or late pick-up, therefore bus transportation to and from camp on those days will not be available. Please see our Travel Calendar of trips and visit the website for updates. Mondays and Fridays are on-campus days for our travelers during which they participate in all of the fun activities Knox Summer Adventures has to offer. Our NEW Teen Rec Center, open on Mondays and Fridays, features Ping-Pong, Air Hockey, Karaoke, Snacks, Drinks, Music AND MORE! ** RAINY DAY TRIP POLICY** In the event of a rained out trip every effort will be made to replace the trip with inside activities (i.e. Dave and Busters, Movies, Bowling, St James Sports Arena, etc.) The camp will then attempt to reschedule the trip later in the summer. In this instance, campers will be charged for two days of camp if they attend both days (the rain day and the rescheduled trip). If the camper does not want to participate in the rain out activity, they can switch their day to the rescheduled day for no additional fee, but must not attend camp on the rain day. 4 Knox School Summer Adventures 541 Long Beach Road, Saint James NY 11780 631.686.1640 www.knoxschool.org

Equestrian Camps... For the Beginner (grades 1 and up) New and Extended HORSE SENSE Program June 27 July 8 OR August 8 August 19 Horse Sense is a two-week equestrian camp that allows campers with little to no equine experience to become acquainted with the wonderful world of horses and horseback riding. Each camper will have an "all-horse" experience including a daily lesson with a qualified instructor, lessons in horse care and theory, and equestrian-related games and crafts. Riders conclude their day with a swim in our in-ground pool. Past Horse Sense campers are welcomed back to extend their skills! *****Limited enrollment***** $1,350 for two week session For the Novice (entering grades 2-8) YOUNG RIDERS Choose ONE: July 11 22 OR July 25 Aug 5 OR Aug 8 19 This elite program is designed as a FOLLOW-UP to our Horse Sense program and for those campers who have a genuine love for horses. It is required for all riders to Walk, Trot and Post unassisted in order to enroll in the Young Riders Program. Each day is filled with horse activities geared toward developing riders into accomplished equine enthusiasts. Each rider will have a daily lesson with a qualified instructor. The stable management classes will include grooming, tacking, bathing, clipping, braiding, and leg and foot care. Explanation of feeding and veterinary schedules will also be included. Clinicians will be brought in to enhance the riders knowledge in the areas of Horse Massage, Therapeutic Riding and Veterinary Medicine. Riders will swim daily in our in-ground pool. Your child s age and riding experience, and a possible evaluation, will be taken into consideration for admittance. *****Limited enrollment***** $1,475for two week session For the Advanced Rider (entering grades 9-12) HORSEMASTERS - NOW A TWO WEEK PROGRAM!! Choose ONE: July 11 22, July 25 Aug 5 OR Aug 10 21 This is an advanced program open to riders who are capable of walking, trotting, cantering and jumping a line of fences. Riders are assigned a horse of their own for the entire session, and use the two weeks to take their Equestrian skills to new levels. *****Limited enrollment***** $1,550 for two week session Equipment Needed FOR ALL PROGRAMS: Approved riding helmet, breeches and boots can be purchased at: The Riding Shop, 690 Rte. 25A, Setauket, NY 11733 Contact :Debbie Moore: 631-974-0794 or Email: dmoore@knoxschool.org *The Knox School reserves the right to refuse any rider for any reason, including situations where the instructor believes the rider may pose a threat to his or her personal safety or the safety of others. Parent or guardian must sign a waiver of liability prior to the first riding lesson. Counselor in Training Program The Counselor in Training (CIT) Program is for 10th graders who are interested in ultimately becoming camp counselors. The program is designed to teach leadership skills in a "hands-on" environment, and incorporates training in sensitivity, responsibility, communication and teamwork, all of which are important life-skills as well as key skills to being an effective counselor. Based on a CIT's performance and recommendations from the CIT Director, he or she may be invited to complete an employment application for the following summer. *****Limited enrollment***** $2,000 for five week session 5 Knox School Summer Adventures 541 Long Beach Road, Saint James NY 11780 631.686.1640 www.knoxschool.org

2016 Registration Rates Please see our website for Early Bird Rates in effect until 2/29/16 Grades K-6 Tadpoles, Minnows, Sailfish and Dolphins Grades 7-10 # Weeks 1 Day 2 Days 3 Days 4 Days 5 Days # Weeks 1 Day 2 Days 3 Days 4 Days 5 Days 1 146 $292 $426 $547 $668 1 161 $312 $453 $593 $725 2 $547 $760 $993 $1217 2 $593 $848 $1155 $1347 3 $760 $1119 $1462 $1795 3 $848 $1275 $1665 $2050 4 $993 $1462 $1904 $2274 4 $1155 $1665 $2195 $2627 5 $1217 $1795 $2274 $2882 5 $1347 $2050 $2700 $3303 6 $1503 $2112 $2690 $3329 6 $1665 $2413 $3106 $3767 7 $1660 $2393 $3074 $3714 7 $1925 $2715 $3517 $4224 8 $1909 $2727 $3506 $4130 8 $2195 $3064 $3760 $4780 Sharks, Barracudas, & Orcas REGULAR RATES MUST BE PAID IN FULL BY JUNE 27, 2016 AFTER 6/27, DAY RATE WILL BE IN EFFECT FOR ALL REGISTRATIONS AND ADDITIONS ($146 K-6, $161 Travel) Changes made after 6/1/16 will incur a $30 change fee. This applies to all changes to original registration. 2016 Transportation Rates One Way, per camper Round Trip, Daily Rate Round Trip, Weekly Rate Zone 1 42 65 275 295 11780 11754 11754 11720 ~ NYS Certified DOT buses, NYS 19A Registered Drivers 11767 ~ Siblings free 11787 ~ Rates are based on zones which are designated by zip codes; 11790 see chart at right ~ Register for transportation through our website ~ Your driver will contact you during the week prior to your child s start of camp with approximate pick-up time ~ No credit or refund will be issued for missed transportation. ~ Transportation payment is due in full on or before camp starts 6 Zone 2 45 70 11725 11733 11749 11755 11768 11776 11788 Freezing 2015 Rates! Knox School Summer Adventures 541 Long Beach Road, Saint James NY 11780 631.686.1640 www.knoxschool.org

Fill in all Camper and Parent Information (Please submit a separate form for each camper). Camper Name: Date of Birth / / Last Street First Camper Address: Home (Primary) Phone: Last Street First City City Circle each day your child will be attending (10 day minimum, $30 change fee after 6/1. No camp 7/4/16 Additions after 6/27/16 will be billed at the Day Rate BY Checking Acct: Check Routing #: OR BY: MasterCard Visa Discover Name on Card: Credit Card #: Expiration Date (MM/YY) / CVA Code Billing Zip Code: I have read, and agree to, all terms and conditions and Release of Liability; I agree to adhere to the payment schedule. Parent of Guardian Name: Date: Signature: 7 Knox School Summer Adventures 541 Long Beach Road, Saint James NY 11780 631.686.1640 www.knoxschool.org 7 Knox School Summer Adventures 541 Long Beach Road, Saint James NY 11780 631.686.1640 www.knoxschool.org Middle Zip Zip Male Female Camper Lives with: Mother Father Both Years at Knox Summer Adventures: Grade Entering as of Sept. 2016: School Attending in Sept. 2016: ONE Buddy Request: Circle t-shirt size: (Youth: S M L) (Adult: S M L XL XXL) Parent 1: Phone: (H) (C) Address: Email: Parent 2: Phone: (H) (C) Address: (if different than above) Email: Alternate contacts if neither parent can be reached (authorized to pick up your camper): Name Relationship: (H) Phone: (C) Phone: Name Relationship: (H) Phone: (C) Phone: Week 1 6/27-7/1 Week 2 7/4-7/8 Grades K-10 M T W Th F T W TH F Week 3 7/11-7/15 M T W Th F CIT 5 Week Progra m $2000 Week 4 7/18-7/22 Week 5 7/25-7/29 Week 6 8/1-8/5 Week 7 8/8-8/12 Week 8 8/15-8/19 M T W Th F M T W Th F M T W Th F M T W Th F M T W Th F Last 3 weeks free Horse Sense 2 Weeks $1350 2 W e e k s $1 3 5 0 Young Riders Horsemasters Session 1 Session 1 $1475 Session 2 $1475 Session 3 $1475 $1550 Session 2 $1550 Session 3 $1550 Sports Red Bulls Red Bulls Red Bulls Register for Red Bulls: www.newyorkredbulls.com Registration Fee: $25 Tuition: Total: Please Initial One: Please charge my card for balance of 2016 Early Bird rates on 4/30/16 Regular Rates on 6/27/16 (If not, fees will be re-billed at current rate) Extended Care will be billed weekly after it is used. ~Transportation requires a separate registration form, found online at www.knoxschool.org/summer

The Knox School 541 Long Beach Road St. James, NY 11780 631-686-1640 www.knoxschool.org/summercamp Hurry - filling quickly! Bring this brochure, sign up at Open House, and we will waive your $25 registration fee! (Offers can not be combined) $50 Referral Credit Towards 2016 Camp Tuition when you bring in a new, registering family! (minimum sign up of 10 days of camp) Call to Schedule a Private Tour or for Open House Dates!! 2016 Knox Summer Adventures June 27 27--August 19, 2016 For campers entering grades K-10 in September 2016 Flexible Affordable FUN!!