About Camp
Goals and Objectives🌱
The aim of KGB Parks & Recreation Summer Camp is to provide an inviting, creative, safe environment for children to grow, to learn, and to laugh out loud. Designed specifically with the younger child in mind, the camp program inspires children to make new discoveries and to try new things. Our campers receive individualized attention from counselors in small-group settings. A blend of creative arts and physical activities allows children to find places to challenge themselves and places to excel.
We Promote💡
The Young Child by providing a nurturing, safe, environment for campers ages(roughly) 5-10. Experienced, loving counselors encourage campers to take risks, to become more confident and to make friends.
Small Groups by limiting enrollment and maintaining a 1:6 (campers 5 & younger), 1:8 (campers 9 & older) counselor-to-camper ratio. Children are encouraged to cooperate and share, both with each other and with their counselors.
The Arts by fostering the artist within the child. Every camper has the opportunity to explore his or her creative potential through drama, crafts, music, and visual arts. Daily crafts will be sent home with the child.
Physical Activity by helping children to develop and hone balance, coordination, and motor skills. Camp offers a variety of physical activities, from aquatics to roller skating, and field games.
HOURS of OPERATION
The camp day begins at 8:00 a.m. However drop off may take place anytime between 8:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. The camp day ends at 3:00 p.m. The camp day ends at 6:00 p.m. for those enrolled in extended care. Campers who are not enrolled in our Extended Care Program are not allowed to remain with camp at the end of the camp day.
EXTENDED CARE
For campers who are already enrolled in Day Camp, and registered for Extended Care. Extended Care is available mornings from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. The same days that camp is in operation.
Expectations For Campers
Campers will be actively participating in physical activities. They will be introduced to new campers and create new relationships with kids as well as see some of their already friends. They will expand their social well being in small and large groups throughout each day. Camp will help their social well being by staying involved with other kids and peers, trying new things as well as some familiarity. The routine of each day will help kids adjust. Camp is also proven to help kids mentally as they continue to learn throughout summer. There are also times and spaces available for kids to wind down and enjoy a calm space. Camp is adaptable and suited for a wide variety of kids to ensure everyone has a fun, safe, and enriching experience.
STAFF
KGB Parks & Recreation Summer Camp takes great pride in hiring committed and enthusiastic counselors and staff who are ready to make your child’s experience terrific! Our staff is composed of teachers and college-aged students who have extensive experience working with young children, as well as young and aspiring high school students studying childhood development as well as possibly seeking the education field. The entire staff has successfully completed a criminal background check, three reference checks, as well as an extensive training prior to camp, including: rules and regulations, safety, emergency action plans, first aid, strategies for working with children, diversity and customer service.
The first responsibility of each and every staff member is to ensure the health and welfare of the campers. Each staff member is expected to take every care to protect the privacy and person of each camper. All staff wear camp t-shirts each day so that they are easily identified, and to promote a secure campus.
Our goal is a safe, fun-filled, positive experience for every camper. If you have any suggestions or concerns about the program and/or staff, please contact the Camp Director directly.
FEEDBACK & EVALUATION
Family members and campers should feel free to contact the Director with any comments, questions or concerns. Both campers and parents will have the opportunity to fill out an evaluation at the end of the summer regarding their experience at KGB Parks & Recreation Summer Camp. Your input is important to improving our program and to providing the highest quality experience for all.