Summer Jam Day Camp Handbook
INTRODUCTION
Welcome from the Founder & Director
Welcome from Maria L. Adams-Lawton,
Founder and Director of the Camp…
Welcome! My name is Maria L. Adams-Lawton, and I am the camp’s founder
and director. As you know, summer vacation can be strenuous for both parents
and children. While parents often times cannot deviate from the demands of
work schedules, children are often left unmonitored and as a result, children get
into trouble. I have dedicated my time and energy to helping children find ways
to enjoy summer.
We are glad that you decided to enroll your child in Summer Jam Day Camp.
We are equally excited to offer your child a safe, enriching environment filled
with positive educational and recreational activities.
The purpose of this handbook is to provide you and your child with useful
information. I have many healthy, educational, developmental and recreational
activities planned for this summer. My staff and I look forward to another
exciting summer!
If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to contact my staff at (313) 229
-8406 and (313) 848-1090
Thank you,
Maria L. Adams-Lawton
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
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W ELCOME FROM THE F OUNDER & D IRECTOR
M ISSION S TATEMENT
C AMP P HILOSOPHY
C AMP G OALS
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SUMMER JAM DAY CAMP OVERVIEW
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C AMP O PERATIONS
T UITION , F EES , & P AYMENTS
P ROGRAM & ACTIVITIES
E XPLORATIONS
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STANDARDS OF CONDUCT
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C AMPER C ODE OF C ONDUCT
D ISCIPLINARY P ROCEDURES
C AMPER ’ S H EALTH & S AFETY
E MERGENCY P ROCEDURES
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Introduction
Mission Statement
To motivate students to utilize their gifts and talents in an enthusiastic and exciting learning
environment
Camp Philosophy
Summer Jam Day camp commits to successfully nurturing children, allowing them to use
their gifts and talents in a safe and enthusiastic environment
Camp Goals
 Provide a safe, creative and well-balanced learning environment
 Create an array of academic, recreational and cultural activities to children
 Offer a diversified program designed to develop children physically, mentally and
emotionally
 Employ well-trained, caring staff to work with our campers Day Camp
SUMMER JAM DAY CAMP OVERVIEW
Camp Operations
Location
Tindal Recreational Center
10301 W. Seven Mile
Detroit, Michigan 48221
Phone Number
(313) 229-8406 & (313) 848-1090
Camp Dates
June 27, 2016 – August 26, 2016
Days & Times
Monday – Friday
7:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Culminating Activity
On the last week of camp, there will be an open house for family, friends and the community.
Campers will present a musical and theatrical production on a given theme. Certificates and
awards will be presented-and Creative Moments (arts & crafts) projects will be on display.
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Lunch & Snacks
A nutritious lunch will be provided through the Gleaners Food Bank. Please be sure to inform
staff (and indicate on registration form) of any special dietary needs or allergies. Campers
may also bring their own lunch.
Afternoon snacks will be provided. If parents/guardian would like to volunteer to bring snacks
for the camper’s group, see your child’s counselor for the sign-up sheet.
Attendance
Attendance will be taken daily. Campers need to arrive by 9:00 a.m. to ensure participation in
various camp activities. Campers must enter through the front entrance on West 7 mile.
Sign-out
Parents/guardian MUST sign the campers out daily. If parents/guardians, are unable to pickup camper, please notify the camp staff of the alternative person. This person will be
required to present a Driver’s License, State ID, or Passport, for verification.
Parents/guardians will be charged $ 2.00 per minute after 5:30 p.m.
Tuition, Fees, & Payments
Item
Cost
Type
Deposit
$ 100.00
Refundable
Application Fee
$ 30.00
Non-refundable/transferable
Tuition & Activities
$ 580.00
Non-refundable
Extra Camp T – Shirt
$12.00-18.00
Mandatory
Return Check Fee
$ 39.00
Applicable
Payments
Tuition is due by Wednesday, June 22, 2016, unless prior arrangements have been made.
Your child will not be permitted to attend camp if tuition is not paid. This is strictly enforced.
There will be NO REFUNDS. If your child is going to miss 1 or more weeks of camp, please
issue a written notification to the Camp Director prior to camp. No Refunds for dropouts.
Payment Plan
Payments can be made in 2 installments. Checks/money orders can be made payable to:
Summer Jam Day Camp. CASH IS NOT ACCEPTED. If a staff member accepts cash,
please notify the Camp Director immediately.
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Program & Activities
Our camp program allows every child the opportunity to participate in indoor/outd oor
adventures and in-group settings, promoting the following areas of development:
 Personal growth – awareness of abilities and increased self-control, selfconfidence and self-esteem;
 Social Adjustment – the development of independence and reliability, and the
ability to get along with others;
 Diversity- the understanding of individuals and groups of varied ethnic and
cultural background, habit and environment, and respect for those differences;
 Education - Children are enriched in Math and Reading at their academic level
Camper’s Sample Schedule
Camper’s weekly schedules will be posted outside of their classrooms. Below is a sample
schedule:
Time
Activity
07:00 a.m. – 08:00 a.m.
Board Games
08:00 a.m. – 09:00 a.m.
Greet Campers, Board Games, exercise
09:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Educational Group Activity
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Group Activity 1
11:00 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.
Group Activity 2
11:45 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Prepare for Lunch
12:00 p.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Lunch
12:30 p.m. – 01:00 p.m.
Personal Reflection (read, write, color, paint)
01:00 p.m. – 02:00 p.m.
Elective Activity
02:00 p.m. – 03:00 p.m.
Outside Activity (Sport)
03:00 p.m. – 05:30 p.m.
Camp Meeting/Snacks/ Board Games
Educational Activities
Camper’s are enriched in math and reading at their academic level for at least five (5)
hours per week.
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Recreational Activities
Campers will participate in recreational activities such as: baseball, basketball,
soccer, golf, tennis, etc. Campers may participate in the Summer Jam Day Camp –
Summer Olympics. During the Olympics, campers will have the opportunity to
compete in track & field and other related events.
Group Discussion & Awareness Activities
 Daily Living Skills
 Family
 Values
 Conflict Resolution
 Fire Safety
 Violence Prevention
Creative Activities/Projects
 Pot Holder
 Lanyards
 Painting
 Stick art
 Collage
 Pottery
 Drawing
Special Classes
Special classes are offered such as: creative arts, karate, music, drama, gymnastics
and dance.
Explorations
Several field trips have been planned for this summer. You will only need to sign one Field
Trip Permission Slip for the entire summer. Parents, please volunteer to attend at least 1
(one) field trip this summer. Subject to Change
Detroit Historical Museum
 Detroit Science Center
 Red Oaks water park
 Detroit Children’s Museum
 U.S. Coast Guards
 Waterford Oaks wave pool
 Hospitals
 Bowling
 Fire/Police Station
 Metro Parks
 36th District Court/Juvenile Court
 Imagination Station (Toledo, OH)
 Belle Isle
 Museum of African American History
 Cranbrook Science Center
 Motown Museum
 Hilberry/Meadowbrook Theater
 Laser Tag
 Roller Skating
 Movie Theater
 Tigers games
 Detroit Public Library
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A signed copy of this formed must be submitted. If you have not received the signable form, please see the
camp director.
STANDARDS OF CONDUCT
Camper Code of Conduct
I agree to conduct myself in a manner that will be a credit to me, the Summer Jam Day
Camp, my community, and the state of Michigan. I will:
1. Show respect for myself, others, and their property.
2. I will not engage in events, which may be harmful to me or other campers. I
understand that racial comments, teasing, fighting, threatening, swearing, and
any other behavior that is demeaning to another person is not allowed at the
Summer Jam Day Camp;
3. Demonstrate cooperation and respect for all Summer Jam Day Camp staff;
4. Not possess, sell, distribute, or use any alcoholic beverages, drugs, or cigarettes. If I
break this rule, I understand that I will be automatically expelled from the Summer
Jam Day Camp, with no refund of tuition and fees;
5. Not possess or use any kind of weapon or explosive device, including
firecrackers, or use an object for a weapon to hurt a person, animal, or
property. If I break this rule, I understand that I will be automatically expelled
from the Summer Jam Day Camp, with no refund of tuition and fees;
6. Turn in ALL medications (including OTC non-prescription) to the Camp
Supervisor;
7. Report to the Counselor or Health Supervisor, if I get injured or am not feeling
well;
8. Not leave any area of the Summer Jam Day Camp without permission from a
camp Counselor. I also understand that I must be accompanied by a Summer
Jam Day Camp staff person whenever outside of the camp property.
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Disciplinary Procedures
Students who demonstrate behavioral problems will be sent to the time-out chair. The chair
will be located where staff can see the camper at all times. Time-out will start from 5 to 15
minutes, all time-outs will be documented and parents/guardians will be notified. If a camper
continues to demonstrate disruptive and disobedient behavior after the counselor, director
and parents/guardian have intervened with positive reinforcement; the camper will then be
expelled from the Summer Jam Day Camp, with no refund.
Camper’s Health & Safety
Campers should report to their counselor immediately if they have sustained an injury or are
not feeling well. If a camper gets a minor scratch, bump, or cut, they will be provided
bandages to put on themselves and parents/guardians will be notified when the camper is
picked up.
Parents/Guardians and Camper’s should review the Code of Conduct regarding behaviors,
which may endanger themselves as well as other campers.
Emergency Procedures
If the camper requires emergency services, EMS will be called first, then the parent/guardian.
The staff will have all necessary information about the child. Parents/Guardians will be
instructed to meet the child at the designated hospital. Camp staff will not sign any hospital
forms.
In a non-medical emergency, the parents/guardians will be notified immediately. If staff is
unable to reach the parent/guardian, then the alternate contact person will be notified.
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Please return this sheet to Summer Jam Day Camp office on your child’s first day of camp.
By signing this letter, you and your parent(s) or guardian(s) are indicating that you have read,
understood and agree with the information contained in this handbook concerning your
participation at the 2016 Summer Jam Day Camp.
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Parent/Guardian Signature
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Child’s Signature
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Child’s Signature
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Child’s Signature
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Summer Staff Signature
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