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Bradford County Branch YMCA Summer Day Camp LOCATION Our program is located in the gym/multipurpose room of the J. Andrew Morrow Primary School. Doors to the program are located on the right-hand side of the main entrance near the cafeteria loading dock(P-19). The LAST week of camp will be located at the YMCA facility. HOURS Before Care Hours: 6:30am to 8:00am (M-F) Camp Hours: 8:00am-4:30pm (M-F) After Care Hours: 4:30pm-6:00pm (M-F) *Late pick-up fee is $20.00 for every 15 minutes past the hour per child. Our program follows the Towanda Area School District Calendar. 2021 FEES: Registration/activity fee $30.00-onetime fee 5-12 years old $110.00/week per child 13-15 years old $55.00/week per child *Parents MUST complete a fee agreement and submit a health assessment before their child can start the program. You must drop off or authorize (bank draft) the first week’s payment which includes the registration fee, at initial registration. Due to donations from our community and the many friends of the Y, partial scholarships may be available for those who cannot afford YMCA fees. Please ask for a scholarship application. If you wish to attend before scholarship paperwork is processed, you must make full payment to reserve your spot. Scholarships cannot be completed without ALL the necessary documents. Must be completed and fully processed prior to start date. The YMCA never turns anyone away due to inability to pay. MEALS/DIETARY RESTRICTIONS Our program provides breakfast, lunch and snack. Parents may pack a lunch and a drink for their child(ren) if they choose. IF your child(ren) has any dietary restrictions, it must be noted in the registration packet. Please send your child(ren) with a labeled water bottle every day. ATTENDANCE We only have 60 spots available per week!! You WILL BE CHARGED the weekly fee REGARDLESS of attendance because we are holding your spot in our program so please only register for the weeks of camp that you are certain your child will be attending. We can always add another week if the space is available. SIGN IN/OUT Your child(ren) must be signed in and out of the program each day by an adult 18 years or older. This is a requirement of the state! Children will NOT be released to ANY unauthorized person that is NOT on the registration form without permission from the primary parent/guardian. We ask to see photo ID of anyone picking up their child(ren) the first three weeks. FIELD TRIPS We do our best to stick to our field trip schedule, however sometimes they are cancelled or moved to another day due to unforeseen circumstances such as weather. We appreciate your patience and will let you know of any changes as soon as possible. Please sign up for RainedOut to receive cancellations via text message.
CUSTODY ISSUES We MUST be informed of any custody issues and may request further documentation if parents/guardians split custody during the week before your child(ren)’s start date. Safety is our top priority! MEDICATIONS We WILL NOT administer any medications without dosage amounts, times and a signature from a licensed physician, also includes over-the-counter medications. SPECIAL NEEDS If your child(ren) has special needs, we must be informed before your start date so that we can determine how to best serve your child(ren). CURRICULUM In order to enhance your child(ren)’s experience while attending our program, YMCA Child Care Services has implemented a curriculum that focuses on the following areas: Arts & Humanities, Character Development, Heath, Wellness, & Fitness, Literacy, Homework Support, Service Learning, Science & Technology, and Social Competence and Conflict Resolution. QUESTIONS It is our desire to provide a program that meets that needs of parents and most importantly, the child. Please take the opportunity to ask questions and share concerns with the Program Staff or Program Coordinator. DEADLINES Registration MUST be turned in 1 week before the start of camp, for your child to start on the first day of camp. We will NOT be accepting applications on the weekends for the upcoming Monday. All application packets must be turned in a week in advance and any missing information will NOT be accepted. GENERAL You are required to submit a health assessment and immunization records before your child(ren) can start the program. Your child(ren) MUST have completed one year of kindergarten in order to register. There is NO EXTRA charge for before and after care hours. Weather permitting, we will be swimming every day. Please send your child(ren) with appropriate swim attire (girls are required to wear a one piece or a swimsuit that covers their stomach). Sneakers are required for camp! Please refer to our parent handbook for more information. Parent/Guardian Signature: ______________________ Date: _________ Please read over carefully. We will not accept your registration without any missing information or required signatures!
YMCA SUMMER DAY CAMP PROGRAM
SUMMER DAY CAMP REGISTARTION FORM │2021
Bradford County YMCA│570.268.9622│abigayleg@rvrymca.org
APPLICATION INFORMATION
CHILD______________AGE______GENDER BIRTHDATE GRADE______T SHIRT SIZE_____
CHILD __AGE GENDER __BIRTHDATE_______GRADE _T SHIRT SIZE_____
1ST PARENT/GURDAIN_______________________________RELATIONSHIP TO CHILD_____________
ADDRESS CITY STATE ZIP________
HOME PHONE CELL PHONE WORK PHONE
PLACE OF EMPLOYMENT/SCHOOL_____________________________EMAIL________________________
SOCIAL SECURITY # BIRTHDATE
2ND PARENT/GURDAIN_______________________________RELATIONSHIP TO CHILD_____________
ADDRESS CITY STATE ZIP________
HOME PHONE CELL PHONE WORK PHONE
PLACE OF EMPLOYMENT/SCHOOL_____________________________EMAIL________________________
SOCIAL SECURITY # BIRTHDATE
EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION
EMERGENCY CONTACT 1______________________________RELATIONSHIP TO CHILD_____________
ADDRESS CITY STATE ZIP
HOME PHONE CELL PHONE WORK PHONE
PLACE OF EMPLOYMENT/SCHOOL__________________________________________________________
EMERGENCY CONTACT 2______________________________RELATIONSHIP TO CHILD_____________
ADDRESS CITY STATE ZIP
HOME PHONE CELL PHONE WORK PHONE
PLACE OF EMPLOYMENT/SCHOOL__________________________________________________________
EMERGENCY CONTACT 3______________________________RELATIONSHIP TO CHILD_____________
ADDRESS CITY STATE ZIP
HOME PHONE CELL PHONE WORK PHONE
PLACE OF EMPLOYMENT/SCHOOL__________________________________________________________
AUTHORIZED TO PICK UP CHILD IN ADDITION TO PARENTS, LEGAL GUARDIANS OR EMERGENCY CONTACTS
1 PHONE 3 PHONE
2 PHONE 4 PHONE
YMCA SUMMER DAY CAMP PROGRAM
SUMMER DAY CAMP MEDICAL INFORMATION FORM │2021
Bradford County YMCA│570.268.9622│abigayleg@rvrymca.org
MEDICAL INFORMATION/SPECIAL NEEDS
PHYSICIANS/MEDICAL PROVIDER & ADDRESS
PHONE NUMBER ____________
INSURANCE POLICY NUMBER ____________
ALLERGIES MEDICAL CONDITIONS ______
MEDICATIONS DISABILITIES ______
SPEICAL NEEDS RESTRICTIONS ______
PARENT/GUARDIAN’S SIGNATURE REQUIRED FOR EACH ITEM BELOW TO INDICATE CONSENT
OBTAINING EMERGENCY CARE ADMINISTERING MINOR FIRST AID
SWIMMING/WADING__________________________________APPLY SUNSCREEN/BUG REPELLENT______________
CONSENT FOR OBERSERVATION PHOTOS/VIDEOS
TRANSPORTATION/WALKS/FIELD TRIPS BY THE YMCA TODAY’S DATE
DAY CAMP FEES: WEEKS OF CAMP
$110/week per child (ages 5-12)
WEEK 1 (JUNE 14-18)
$55/week per child (ages 13-15)
$30 one-time REGISTRATION/ACTIVITY FEE per child WEEK 2 (JUNE 21-25)
WEEK 3 (JUNE 28-JULY 2)
Any missing information &/or delay in
payment will postpone your child’s WEEK 4 (JULY 5-19)
start date! WEEK 5 (JULY 12-16)
WEEK 6 (JULY 19-23)
Drop off & pick up are at the J. Andrew
Morrow Primary School. Every day you must WEEK 7 (JULY 26-30)
sign your child in & out. WEEK 8 (AUG. 2-6)
Parents/guardians are NOT permitted to sign
their children out between 4-4:30pm while WEEK 9 (AUG. 9-13)
they are walking back to the school from the
YMCA pool. Any time before or after is WEEK 10 (AUG. 16-20) YMCA
acceptable.
YOU WILL BE CHARGED
Weeks may be subject to change REGARDLESS OF ATTENDANCE!!!!
depending on TASD school ONLY SIGN UP FOR THE WEEKS
calendar! YOU ABSOLUTELY NEED!!!!
PARENT/GUARDIAN SIGNATURE_________________________________DATE______________
YMCA SUMMER DAY CAMP PROGRAM
Bradford County YMCA│570.268.9622│abigayleg@rvrymca.org
AUTHORIZATION FOR EMERGENCY HOSPITAL OR MEDICAL TREATMENT
In case of an emergency due to illness or accident, when it is thought advisable to have
immediate medical attention for my child, I hereby authorize The Bradford County
Branch YMCA to send my child to the nearest hospital:
_____________________________ (Please list preference).
I agree to meet the YMCA staff at the hospital as soon as possible after being notified.
I understand that I must bear all expenses involved, including those incurred to
transport my child to the hospital.
In the event of a minor injury, I authorized the Bradford County Branch YMCA staff to
administer basic First Aid to my child.
PARENT/GURADIAN SIGNATURE______________________DATE___________
RELATIONSHIP TO CHILD___________________________________________
NAME OF CHILD__________________________________________________
YMCA SUMMER DAY CAMP PROGRAM Bradford County YMCA│570.268.9622│abigayleg@rvrymca.org I, _________________________ hereby state that I do not have health insurance for my child(ren) at this time. In the event that that changes, I will immediately inform the YMCA Child Care Coordinator and provide proof of insurance. NAME OF CHILD(REN)_____________________________________________ PARENT/GURADIAN SIGNATURE_____________________________________ DATE____________________ *YOU MUST fill out this form if you do not have heath insurance for your child(ren). Bradford County Branch YMCA 9 College Ave. Towanda, PA 18848 570.268.9622 abigayleg@rvrymca.org
YMCA BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM
SUMMER DAY CAMP FEE AGREEMENT │2021
Bradford County YMCA│570.268.9622│abigayleg@rvrymca.org
I. I UNDERSTAND and AGREE to the terms and conditions below in exchange for the provision of child care
services:
NAME OF PARENT/GUARDIAN CELL PHONE
ADDRESS HOME PHONE
THE FOLLOWING CHILD(REN) WILL ATTEND A YMCA SUMMER DAY CAMP PROGRAM:
CHILD’S NAME EFFECTIVE DATE SITE WEEKLY FEE/CO-PAY
YMCA SUMMER CAMP
YMCA SUMMER CAMP
YMCA SUMMER CAMP
YMCA SUMMER CAMP
II. The CONTRACTED FEE is due payable in advance no later than the WEDNESDAY before the week
the children are in care. The total fee is due regardless of attendance, YMCA observed
holidays or emergency closings- parents may not adjust their payments.
III. The AGREEMENT and the CONTRACTED FEE FOR SERVICE will remain in effect until the YMCA is
notified of the child’s last day (two weeks advance notice is required) or until a new
agreement changing the type of service is completed.
IV. I understand in the event of funding loss, applicant is responsible for the FULL FEE the Agency
charges for the type of care being used.
V. CLOSING TIME: failure to pick your child(ren) up by closing time will result in late charges being
assessed at the rate of $20.00 per child for every 15 minutes, beginning at 6:00pm. Any fee for
lateness must be paid before the child(ren) can return to care.
VI. DELINQUENT FEES, in excess of one (1) week, will result in the suspension of service until the
account is current.
VII. YMCA Child Care Services reserves the right to close any site or program that does not maintain
adequate enrollment.
VIII. We DO NOT accept payment at the J. Andrew Morrow Primary School, YMCA FRONT DESK
ONLY.
IX. If you have any payment questions or concerns, please call Charmaine Jarvis at 570.323.7134
ext. 152 or via email at charmainej@rvrymca.org.
CHECK ONE:
□ I choose to pay by check or cash for my weekly payment & will attach the first week’s payment at
initial registration. (we will not accept registration without the payment).
□ I choose to utilize the EFT option for weekly payment. (Please see next page for further instructions)
I UNDERSTAND and AGREE to the terms and conditions above in exchange for the provisions of child care services:
PARENT/GUARDIAN SIGNATURE: _____________________________________________________________ DATE: _______________________________
YMCA SUMMER DAY CAMP PROGRAM AUTHORIZATION FUNDS TRANSFER FORM│2021 Bradford County YMCA│570.268.9622│abigayleg@rvrymca.org School/Site Location: Child(ren)’s Name(s): □ Please draft my registration fee & first week’s payment now (we will not accept the enrollment packet without authorization of first week’s payment) Automatic Withdrawal Billing Method: □ EFT/Draft (Attached Void Check) □ Checking Account □ Savings Account Bank Name: Name on Account: Account Number: Routing/Transit Number: Authorized Signature: Date: □ Credit/Debit Card □ Mastercard □ Visa Cardholder Name: Account Number: Expiration Date: Authorized Signature: Date: AUTHORIZATION OF THE YMCA: I have given my authority to the above-named bank/credit card company to honor preauthorized EFT/Charge drawn by the YMCA on my account for the childcare payments as indicated above. It is understood that the YMCA’s transmission of a preauthorized draft to the bank as payment becomes due shall constitute valid notice of such payment due on the above-named activity. When the bank honors the draft by charging my account, such draft shall constitute my receipt for the payment. Should any preauthorized draft not be honored by said bank when received by them, then it is understood that the payment will be collect electronically as well as a $30.00 NSF service fee.
YMCA SUMMER DAY CAMP PROGRAM Bradford County YMCA│570.268.9622│abigayleg@rvrymca.org Dear Parents/Guardians, State and Agency policies require enrolled children to have a current health assessment in their file by their start date. Your child(ren) must have a current physical on file no later than YOUR START DATE, or you will not be allowed to attend camp. Please make an appointment or turn in a copy of the most recent exam as soon as possible in order to keep our records up to date. Physicals must include the following: • Results of a physical examination • Physician’s signature • Immunization records If an appointment is already scheduled, please notify the Child Care Coordinator of the date and provide us with an appointment card. Physicals can be emailed to me, abigayleg@rvrymca.org, or mailed to the YMCA (9 College Ave. Towanda, PA 18848). If you contact your doctor’s office to have them email/mail to us, PLEASE DO NOT ASSUME THAT THEY HAVE PROCESSED YOUR REQUEST. Please make a follow up call to the Main Office to verify that it has been received. Thank you, Abbie Gannon Child Care Coordinator
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MEDICAL LOG
55 Pa.Code §3270.133;§3280.133; §3290.133
Please Print
CHILD’S NAME____________________________MEDICATION____________________
□ PERSCRIPTION □NON-PERSCRIPTION REFRIGERATION REQUIRED: □ YES □ NO
PERSCRIBER’S NAME TELEPHONE
DOSAGE AMOUNT TIME ADMINISTER TIME OF DAY
AM: PM:
DATES FOR ADMINISTRATION: FROM: TO:
Special instructions i.e., symptoms signaling need for administration medication
indications, reasons to hold medication, contraindications:
I give permission to administer medication to my child as stated above.
______________________________________________________________________
PARENT SIGNATURE DATE
______________________________________________________________________
PHYSICIAN’S SIGNATURE DATE
Date Time Amount of
Administered Administered Medication Comments/Reactions Staff Initials
Mm/dd/yyyy (am/pm) Administered
This information is confidential and may not be shared or released without the parent’s written permission.YMCA SUMMER DAY CAMP PROGRAM
Bradford County YMCA│570.268.9622│abigayleg@rvrymca.org
BEHAVIOR POLICY
Dear parents/guardians,
The safety and well-being of your child(ren) when they are in our program is our top
priority. Our goal is to help children learn to control their own behavior and learn to
make responsible choices. We ask your help in this matter as well and together we can
promote positive child guidance.
Behaviors that will NOT be tolerated are as follows:
• Deliberated physical abuse of another child or staff member
• Deliberated destruction of YMCA and/or School Property
• Bullying
• Inappropriate language
• Runn away from staff members
Frequency and/or severity of behaviors may result in:
• Documentation of Verbal Warning
• Write up
• One Week Suspension (Two Write Ups)
• Termination (Three Write Ups)
Feel free to ask myself or any of our staff for any further questions!
Sincerely,
Abbie Gannon
Child Care CoordinatorYMCA SUMMER DAY CAMP PROGRAM
Bradford County YMCA│570.268.9622│abigayleg@rvrymca.org
BEHAVIOR POLCY ACKNOWLEDGMENT FORM
I acknowledge that I have received the Behavior Policy Form and have read it in its
entirety.
I acknowledge that it is my responsibility to comply with the policy contained in the
form.
I acknowledge that I should consult the Program Staff/Coordinator regarding any
questions about the policy and/or issues resulting in a disciplinary action.
______________________________________________________________________
PARENT/GUARDIAN SIGNATURE PRINTED NAME DATE
_____________________________________________________________________________
PROGRAM COORDINATOR SIGNATURE PRINTED NAME DATEYMCA SUMMER DAY CAMP PROGRAM
Bradford County YMCA│570.268.9622│abigayleg@rvrymca.org
YMCA CHILD CARE SERVICES WEAPON POLICY
The use or possession of any weapons, look-alike or toy weapon is prohibited while in
our care. A weapon is identified as any cutting instrument, firearm, chemical agent,
explosive device, and/or any other object capable of inflicting serious bodily injury.
Procedure for use or possession of an actual weapon
1. Staff will confiscate the weapon.
2. A report is filed with the local law enforcement agency.
3. The child is terminated immediately from the program.
Procedure for use or possession of a look-alike or toy weapon
1. Staff will confiscate the object
2. An incident report is written and the parents/guardians are notified.
3. The child is suspended from the program.
Other consequences may be necessary depending on the severity of the situation.
The weapons policy has been created to provide a safe and secure environment for all
children, parents/guardians and staff associated with the School-Age Child Care
Program. Please explain this policy to your children-your involvement is very important.
Our staff will also discuss the policy with the children at the site.
Please sign your child(ren)’s name(s) below:
______________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________
Your signature indicated your understanding of this policy:
______________________________________________________________________
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BRADFORD COUNTY BRANCH YMCA WAIVER
I hereby certify that my child is in normal health and capable of safe participation in the
school age child care program. I assume all risk and hazards incidental to the conduct of
the program and for the transportation to obtain medical treatment for my child in the
event that parents and the emergency contact cannot be reached.
I support the YMCA Day Camp program philosophy, which is based on participation, fun,
physical fitness and health, skill development, teamwork, fair play, family involvement,
and volunteer leadership.
I will conduct myself and act in a respectful and honest manner. Any unethical or
unsportsmanlike conduct could lead to dismissal from further participation.
I understand that pictures taken of me and/or my family may be used for YMCA
promotions.
I understand that this form will remain on file at the Bradford County YMCA and that I
am responsible for updating the information immediately upon any changes in the above
information.
I understand that I am responsible for signing in upon entry to the YMC facility and
signing out upon departure from the facility.
______________________________________________________________________
PARENT/GURADIAN SIGNATURE DATERiver Valley Regional YMCA
Financial Assistance Application
New Renewal (required every 6 months)
Williamsport Bradford Eastern Lycoming Jersey Shore Tioga
Applicant Information
Name: ______________________________________ Date of Birth: _____________ Age: _______ Gender M F
Phone Number: _______________________________ Email Address: _________________________________________
Address: ________________________________________ City: __________________________ State:_____ Zip: _________
Check One: Single Married Separated Widowed
List ALL persons living in household:
First Name, Last Name Age DOB Gender Relationship Employer/school
MM/DD/YY i.e. spouse, child, etc.
1.__________________________________ _____ __/__/__ M F ________________ ______________________
2.__________________________________ _____ __/__/__ M F ________________ ______________________
3.__________________________________ _____ __/__/__ M F ________________ ______________________
4.__________________________________ _____ __/__/__ M F ________________ ______________________
5.__________________________________ _____ __/__/__ M F ________________ ______________________
(Please attach another document if you need extra space for additional names.)
I am applying for: Financial Information
Membership ________________ Please list all monthly income, before tax. This includes all who
Childcare (membership type) reside in the household regardless of use of the Y.
Summer Camp
Programs ____________________ Gross wages, salary & tips ______________________
(program type) Spouses gross wages, salary & tips ______________________
Other household gross wages, salary, & tips ______________________
Would you be willing to: Unemployment Compensation ______________________
Share your story Social Security (SSI & SSD) ______________________
Volunteer Retirement/Pension income (non SS) ______________________
Child Support/Alimony ______________________
Public Assistance ______________________
YMCA Staff Use Only: All Other Income (interest, dividends) ______________________
Date Received: _____/_____/_____ Total Monthly Household Income ______________________
By Whom: ________________________
How much can you afford toward your YMCA fee? $________________________________________
For you application to be processed, you must provide proof of the last 30 days of income and a copy
of your most recent tax return. Failure to attach will result in delay of processing. Scholarships will be
processed within 7 days.
Signature of Applicant: ___________________________________________________ Date:___________________________________
The information I have provided on this form is complete and correct and I agree to provide additional documentation upon request to verify need of
financial assistance. I understand that the Y provides assistance to the extent that resources are available and the Y reserves the right to refuse
assistance to any applicant. I also understand that my current Y account must be in good standing prior to this application being processed.Scholarship Information
Please attach copies of the following items as proof of income:
• Federal Income Tax return (Form 1040, 1040a, 1040ez): each applicant will need
to bring a current tax return showing the total household income. Income needs to
be all adults in the household regardless of relationships or varying interests in
joining the YMCA.
• Pay Stubs (current months [4 months] documentation)
If a Federal Tax Return is not available, the applicant needs to provide the relevant
documentation:
• Social Security Benefit Statement
• Earned Income Statement from Social Security
• Disability or Pension Benefit Document (1099R)
• 401(k) or 403 (b) Retirement Distribution statement (1099R)
• Unemployment checks (current month [4 weeks] documentation)
• Child support or alimony (court order or payment receipts)
• Public Assistance Benefit Statement
• Section 8 Housing Statement/Housing Assistance.
If the above documentation is not provided, financial assistance will be delayed
until proper documentation is provided.STAY CONNECTED
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SUMMER DAY CAMP PROGRAM Table of Contents
PARENT HANBOOK 2021 Mission & Goals
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General Information
Thank you for sending your child to the Bradford County YMCA Summer Page: 3-5
Day Camp Program this summer! Our staff has over 60 years of combined What to wear & bring
day camping experience and we are very excited to get to know your child. Page: 3
We have a great summer planned for them! Location & Phone #
For those of you that have attended summer camp in the past, we are Page: 3
reinventing the summer camp program this year. We have looked at the The First Day
YMCA of the USA Summer Camp Materials as well as best practices from Page: 4
other YMCAs around the country. We feel that this year’s program will be a Daily Schedule
great start to the re-invigoration of our program. Page:4
Weekly Schedule
We want our summer day camp program to be more than just “summer
Page: 4
child care”. We offer a program that is as much experience as it is a
Transportation
program to attend.
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Thank you again for allowing our YMCA to serve you and your child. We Field Trips
sincerely hope that our newly renovated summer day camp program will Page:4
“create summer memories that last a lifetime” for your child. Counselors
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Again, thank you for choosing the YMCA Summer Day Camp for your child Parent Involvement
this summer. We know that you have choices in these matters and we Page: 5
promise to do all we can to live up to the spirit of this new direction that Behavior/Discipline Policy
we have outlined within this Parent Handbook. Page: 6
Cost & Hours
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Summer Day Camp Staff Accident & Illness
Page: 8-9
The Fun Stuff
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Directory
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1Mission & Goals
YMCA Mission: Mission
Providing quality, affordable care for your children is not just a business
To put Christian
to us. It is our mission – a vital part of our commitment to the
principals into community. It is an approach that includes unique programs to make
practice through sure kids stay motivated – intellectually, socially, emotionally, and
programs that build physically.
healthy mind, body,
and spirit for all. The YMCA is a values-based organization that is for Youth Development,
Healthy Living, and Social Responsibility. YMCA core values of caring,
honesty, respect, and responsibility are taught in every program that we
offer. Because of this, the Y is a great place for your child to grow – now
through adulthood.
The Y is driven by community need, guided by community volunteers,
and open to all. Subject to available resources, no person is denied
participation in a Y program solely due to financial inability to pay the
fee. The Y is a United Way affiliated agency.
Summer Day Camp Goals
To provide a fun experience for each child daily.
It is our desire for each
child to have the To help campers realize their full potential. This means allowing them to
be creative and to grow.
traditional “YMCA”
camping experience. To develop each child’s confidence, leadership, and achievements by
Our hope is that years participating in group activities.
from now, your child To help campers work and play together. This includes helping them
will look back on their relate to others and recognizing the differences that make each person
time at the YMCA special.
summer day camp To help develop a friendship with the other children and the counselors.
program and remember To reinforce the YMCA’s core values of caring, honesty, responsibility,
it as a very special time and respect to each camper’s daily lives.
in their life.
2GENERAL INFORMATION
What to Wear & Bring
Have your child wear clothes that can get dirty-shorts, t-shirts, and SNEAKERS are a must. Please keep
in mind that at camp, the campers are outdoors for some of the day. Sandals and/or open toed shoes are
not permitted (this includes crocs). Campers cannot fully participate in many activities with the wrong
kind of shoes. Campers may bring flip flops to wear to and from the pool area.
Breakfast, lunch, and a snack will be provided for campers on a daily basis. Campers may pack a healthy
lunch if they choose to do so. If you choose to pack a lunch, please send it in a disposable bag. Please
not that refrigeration will not be available.
Campers need to bring a swimsuit (one-piece for girls) every day for swimming. Sunscreen & Bug
Repellent can be brought in a labeled zip-lock bag every day. A labeled water bottle should be brought
daily to keep your child hydrated at all times.
PLEASE LABEL EVERYTHING: sweatshirts, lunch boxes, swimsuits, water bottles, etc. if it is still here a
week after camp ends, it will be donated.
Location & Phone Numbers
Our program is located in the gym/multipurpose room of the J. Andrew Morrow Primary School. Doors to
the program are located on the right-hand side of the main entrance (T-9) near the cafeteria loading
dock.
If you have an EMERGENCY and need to get a hold of your
child, you may contact the YMCA’s front desk, and they will Important Phone Numbers:
immediately relay the message to the Camp Coordinator. The
phone number for the front desk at the YMCA is 570-268- YMCA: 570-268-9622
9622.
J. Andrew Morrow: 570-268-
As a general rule, children are not allowed to call home unless
there is an emergency or a disciplinary problem. Please do
not give your child permission to call home during the day.
Camper are not allowed to bring any electronics to camp, including cell phones. Parents are encouraged
to come by camp any time. In case an emergency, there is always a phone that the camper can use to call
home.
3First Day of Camp
On the first day of camp, the campers will be organized into groups
by age/grade they will be entering in the fall. These groups will then
participate in age-appropriate camp activities together throughout Daily Schedule
the week. They will also be assigned to a counselor that will be
assigned the group for the week. 6:00-7:00-Check In/Free Play
7:00-8:00- Morning Groups
For many newcomers, the first day of camp can be scary and
intimidating. While for old-timers, camp means nothing but 8:00-8:10- Opening Ceremonies
excitement, enthusiasm, and meeting up with old friend. Once camp
8:10-8:30: Breakfast
officially starts, the counselors will make their formal introductions.
At this point, children will be split up into groups and will be in these 8:30-11:30: Organized Activities
groups throughout the summer. 11:30-12:00: Lunch
Campers will then take part in various icebreaker activities to chase 12:00-1:30: Walk to YMCA
those jitters away. A tour of the campsite and brief rules will then
1:30-2:00: Change for Swim/Snack
follow.
2:00-3:20: Swim
Weekly Schedule
3:20-4:00: Change from Swim
Camp is an adventure every day! Children will experience a quality
4:00-4:30: Walk to JAM
day camping experience which includes a variety of fun and exciting
activities. This includes archery, canoeing, swimming, fishing, nature 4:30-5:00: Afternoon groups
study, STEM challenges, art & crafts, counselor and group skits, 5:00-6:00: Pick up
singing, hiking, weekly field trips, crazy games, water balloon fights,
and a ton more!
Field Trips
Activities and time will
The Bradford County Branch YMCA Summer Day Camp in
be different from day to
collaboration with Mt. Pisgah State Park, Hornbrook Park, Sunfish
Pond, Round Top Park, Valley Playland in Athens Township, World’s day based on age group.
End in Sullivan County, Memorial Park and 3rd Ward Playground in Due to the group
Towanda will be providing many different activities throughout the
schedule, there is not
summer. There will be fishing, hiking, canoeing, archery and a variety
of experience for each camper. much time to just sit
around. Our camp offers
Transportation a wide variety of
The YMCA offers transportation to all field trips at no additional activities, from high to
cost. When scheduled to leave, the bus will leave on time. PLEASE BE
PROMPT! We feel that each child is entitled to a full day of camp
low energy involvement.
and/or a field trip. Therefore, we will leave on time.
4Counselors
Selection
Everyone knows that counselors are the key to the great Summer Day Camp
experience. Therefore, we look for the very best when we hire. All applicants
will be required to “audition” as part of the hiring process. Characteristics
that we look for are: good role models, high moral values, outgoing
Mandated
personalities, leadership, patience, and the ability to laugh at themselves, an Reporters
experience working with children. Camp staff are also chosen for their
Child Care staff are
creativity, energy, and sensitivity to the individual needs of each child.
required by law to
report suspicions of
child neglect or abuse.
Our staff members are dedicated to inspiring your child’s potential by
Those who fail to report
developing core values of caring, honesty, responsibility, and respect. All
according to state
applicants must have outstanding job references, previous experience with
regulations can be held
children, and a “YMCA” attitude. All applicants also have a “Criminal
accountable under the
Background Check” before being hired.
law. No one, including
Training agency management
and/or child’s parents
The Bradford County YMCA Summer Day Camp Staff undergo over 12 hours
can interfere with this
of intense pre-camp training, which includes CPR, First Aid, Universal
reporting requirement.
Precautions, the YMCA’s Way to Childcare, Emergency Procedures, YMCA of
the USA Child Abuse Prevention, etc. we also give practical “working with
children” trainings that includes “how to work with children 101”,
appropriate activities for age ranges, proper games, building children’s self-
esteem, special needs campers, etc. the YMCA believes strongly in preparing
these individuals to work with your children.
Parent Involvement
Due to safety concerns, we cannot allow parents to volunteer to
chaperone groups out at camp or on field trips without completing
a volunteer packet. Please let the camp coordinator know in
advance. And please be mindful of the rules, traditions, etc. and
the camp counselors has implemented. We encourage parents to
speak directly to their child’s summer day camp counselor if you
have a question or need a problem addressed. The YMCA Site
Supervisor is available to help you.
5Behavior/Discipline Policy
Behavior
The River Valley Regional YMCA expects that individual children Write-ups:
will demonstrate various levels of behavior while attending child
Verbal Warning
care programs. When a camper is not behaving appropriately,
the counselor will redirect the camper with positive First Notice
encouragement. If positive encouragement does not redirect Second Notice (Suspension)
the camper, the camper will be given a short time out from the
activity. If the inappropriate behavior continues, a discussion Third Notice (Termination)
with the Site Supervisor may then take place. Some types and
instances of unacceptable behavior will not be tolerated.
Such behaviors include:
Non-Discrimination of
• Consistent aggressive acts towards children or staff Service
(hitting, biting, kicking, spitting, etc.) The Bradford County Branch YMCA
• Disrespect or racial remarks to children or staff is committed to serving all persons
• Destroying property of children, staff, or school who seek the services of this
• Running away from staff (either in the building, outside, Agency, without regard to race,
or on a field trip) color, national origin, sex, sexual
• Violation of weapons policy orientation, disability, age, religion,
ancestry, union membership, or
As a last resort, we reserve the rights to call parents/guardians other legally protected
to pick up children from camp if we have exhausted all other classifications.
options. We will make every attempt to work with parents to
modify inappropriate behavior, as long as that behavior does
not directly interfere with the camp experience of another child. Discipline Policy
If a child is terminated from camp for inappropriate behavior, One or any of the following steps
refunds are not issued. may be taken in response to a
child’s inappropriate behaviors:
Please realize that we do not call parents/guardians just 1. Write up form(s) to document
because a camper had to be talked to several times. A call is behavior.
usually a serious matter and is done only when both the child 2. Parent Conference with Site
and parents/guardians receive warnings about the child’s Supervisor & Coordinator
behavior. 3. Referral to an outside Agency
(if applicable)
4. Suspension of Service
5. Termination of Service
6Cost & Hours
Price: Hours
Registration/activity fee $30.00-onetime fee Monday-Friday
5-12 years old $110.00/week per child
13-15 years old $55.00/week per child Before Care: 6:30am-8:00
Collection of Fees Camp: 8:00am-4:30pm
1. The weekly fee is due the first day of each service week. After Care: 4:30-6:00pm
Payments made by check, money order, or credit card. Any
other payment arrangements must be made with the *No Additional Fee
Director and will require payments in advance to maintain a
current account.
2. We will NOT take payments at the J. Andrew Morrow School. Please take all payments to our
YMCA front desk.
3. The total fee is due regardless of attendance. Please mark down the weeks you are certain your
child(ren) will be attending. YMCA observes holidays (New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of
July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, the day after Thanksgiving, Christmas, or emergency closings).
Parents may not adjust their payments. If days off exceed more than a week and there is no camp,
you will not be charged.
4. An account will be considered delinquent when it becomes one (1) week past due. Failure to make
your account current will result in the suspension of service until all past due amounts are paid.
Your child’s space in the program is not guaranteed.
5. All assessed fee is due to the Agency on or before a child’s last day of enrollment. Any
outstanding balance not paid within 14 calendar days after leaving the program will be pursued
through Keystone Credit Collection Agency.
Late Fee
Our Sites closing time is 6:00pm. and it is expected that all children will be picked up by this time. When
children remain in our care after established closing times it causes added expense to our Agency,
inconvenience to our staff and a concerned child. Failure to pick up your child by closing time will result
in late charges being assessed at the rate of $20 per child for every 15 minutes beginning at 6:00pm.
Late fees must be paid in full before your child returns to care. Three occurrences may result in
termination of child care services. Children and Youth Services and the State Police will be called for any
child not picked up by 7:00pm.
Scholarships
Due to donations from our community and the many friends of the Y, partial scholarships may be
available for those who cannot afford YMCA fees. Please ask for a scholarship application. If you wish to
attend before scholarship paperwork is processed, you must make full payment to reserve your spot.
Scholarships cannot be completed without ALL the necessary documents. Must be completed and fully
processed prior to start date.
7Accidents & Illness
Accidents Sick Children
For the health and safety of all children in our programs, please do not
If your child has a minor send your child to Y programs if they are ill. Please notify us if she/he will
injury, the Y staff will not be attending. Children are not allowed to attend the program if they
perform First Aid, if exhibit any of the following symptoms or illnesses:
necessary, and notify your Fever – If over 100 degrees under the arm, or accompanied by other
when you pick up your child. symptoms such as behavioral change, diarrhea, undiagnosed rash or
vomiting Respiratory symptoms – Wheezing that occurs suddenly and is
If a serious injury should
unexplained, severe congestion, uncontrolled coughing
occur, the Y staff will
Signs/symptoms of severe illness (unusual fatigue, irritability,
perform First Aid and notify
persistent crying, difficulty breathing, etc.)
you to pick up your child
immediately and let you Vomiting Uncontrolled
determine if you should take Diarrhea
your child to the doctor or Mouth sores with drooling
dentist. Rash- If cause of rash is not known
In case of an emergency the Eye drainage
Y staff will: Unusual skin color
Bacterial infection (such as strep throat)
1. Call 911, perform
immediate First Aid, and Contagious illness (such as chicken pox, scabies, ring worm, or other
contact you. After 911 report- able diseases)
has been called, it is Head lice – presence of lice or lice eggs (“nits”)
then up to the
emergency response Head Lice
team to decide what If your child is suspected of having head lice please contact the site staff
actions will be taken. immediately. To treat, you may purchase an over the counter lice
2. A staff will accompany shampoo at any drugstore, or get a prescription from your child’s doctor.
the child to the hospital Your family and home should also be treated and checked.
and stay until the Once your child is nit-free/louse-free, may return to care. They will be
parent/guardian arrives checked by the site staff the day of return and again in a week to ten
if emergency medical days. During this period of time any nits that may have been missed will
transportation is hatch, mature, and begin to multiply again. After the child has been
required. readmitted to the site, it is suggested that their hair be checked at least
once a week, at home, for 30 days. Any nits laid close to the scalp may
If a parent/guardian is not able have been missed, and will become easier to see as the hair grows it’s not
to be reached we will continue necessarily a new infestation- its most likely what remains from the last
to call through your designated one.
emergency contact list until
contact is made. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact the site staff or the
Director; we’ll be more than willing to help you. By following the
guidelines, your child may return to the site at the earliest possible time.
8Sending your child home due to illness/injury
If a child exhibits any of these illnesses while in the program, the child will be separated from the group
and the parent/guardian will be called to come and pick up the child. If a parent or guardian cannot be
reached; the emergency contacts will be called. Staff will continue to assess the child’s condition.
Because we are looking out for your child’s best interests, you or another authorized adult must pick up
your child within one hour of being contacted. If the staffs feel that your child’s condition warrants
emergency medical attention, or if necessary, the local emergency resource will be notified.
Medication
Medication is any substance, chemical or treatment that affects health. Some examples of medication are
aspirin, ibuprofen, cough drops, medicated chapstick, etc. Please do not send your child to day care with
medicines in their possession as they will not be permitted to give such medications to themselves. We
reserve the right to take such medication from the child.
The site staff will be glad to administer medications to your child as long as the parent has completed a
Medication log provided by the Site. Parents also have the option to come in at any time during the day
to administer medication to their child without the following the site’s guidelines:
Over-the-Counter Medications
Center staff may administer over-the-counter medications only if they are accompanied by a
doctor’s written instructions. These instructions must state the type of medication, dosage
amount, frequency of the dosage, and the timeframe for which the medication is to be given.
Prescription Medicine
Staff may administer prescription medications that are in the original container with a current
prescription label and dosage instructions attached. A separate doctor’s note is not necessary.
Medication administration
Medication is most easily given (including asthma treatment) at snack time. However, if your child
has an asthma attack and needs a breathing treatment we will administer one as needed. Please
be considerate and give your child their morning medication before you come to the site each day.
If you have a special circumstance, please speak with the Director.
Measuring Instrument
Parents are responsible for providing their own measuring instrument for liquid medications (one
teaspoon, ½ teaspoon, or whatever the dosage) to assure that the correct dosage is given.
It is important we have accurate and up-to-date medical information. Please share this
information with the staff and/or Director often. You child’s health is also our concern.
9The Fun Stuff
Y Bucks
At YMCA Summer Camp, we feel that it is better to reward good behavior than to discipline poor
behavior. With this in mind, we utilize a good behavior incentive program that rewards good behavior
daily.
Each day that a child displays positive choices, their counselor will give them a Y buck. The Y buck will go
into their “bank” and every other week, they will be able to use the Y bucks in their bank to buy items at
the Y store.
The Y store is set up each Friday throughout the summer. Items in the Y store includes sort of little kink-
knacks, t-shirts, toys, etc. if you would like to donate new or gently used (working & complete) toys or
times to the camp Y store, please bring it in and give it to the Site Supervisor.
It is a lot of fun to see campers get Y bucks, save them, and then spend them! The program does
wonders for many campers’ self-esteem as well as teach responsibility and the value of money.
Home Grams
Parents/guardians will receive “YMCA Home Gram” on occasion that will give a little tid-bit of how their
child’s day was at camp. This is the communication tool that the camp counselors will use to make sure
that parents know and understand the daily activities at camp.
YMCA Honor Camper Award The Honor Camper
There is a tradition at the YMCA Summer Day Camp to select one child
per week that receives the coveted “Honor Camper Award”. This award is
Award is very
given to one child in each age group that best exemplify the four special and if your
Character Value Traits of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility.
child earns it, you
Attitude, participation, and helpfulness are also key.
should definitely
The Honor Camper Award is not a popularity contest. Each group will
nominate one of their own. The counselor assigned to your child’s group “make a big deal”
will chose the winner. The Site Supervisor will announce it to the whole of it.
camp.
End of the Summer Group Awards
At the end of the summer, each group will announce awards for the campers in their group. Everyone
gets one. Example: funniest campers, most friendly, most helpful, etc…
Usually on the last day of camp, the group will set aside a special moment for these awards.
10Directory
Bradford County Branch YMCA
9 College Ave.
Towanda, PA 18848
570.268.9622
www.bradfordcountyymca.org
J. Andrew Morrow Primary School
101 N. Fourth St. Towanda, PA 18848
Abbie Gannon
Child Care Coordinator
570.268.9622
abigayleg@rvrymca.org
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