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2017 SUMMER CAMP PROGRAMS

City of Mt. Pleasant

www.mt-pleasant.org/summercamps | (989) 779-5331

School’s Out Day CampJune 19 to September 1 (five one-week camps) K-6 gradeSchool’s Out Summer Camp is a great way to broaden friendships and teach campers to be independent through interaction in a group environment. Dedicated camp staff will facilitate fun games, activities and field trips. Campers will experience meaningful social interactions through group games and activities that will last a lifetime. Weeks 1, 4 and 5 are held at Island Park (331 N. Main St.) with field trips to various destinations throughout camp. Weeks 2 and 3 are held at Mary McGuire Elementary (4883 Crosslanes St.).

Camp DatesWeek Dates Registration

Deadline *Maximum Participants

Location

1 June 19-23 June 9 60 Island Park

2 August 7-11 June 21 60 Mary McGuire Elem.

3 August 14-18 July 28 60 Mary McGuire Elem.

4 August 21-25 August 4 60 Island Park

5 August 28 - Sept. 1 August 11 45 Island Park

Daily Schedule Camp times Activity7:30 to 9:00 a.m. Drop off

9:00 to 11:30 a.m. Themed activities

11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Lunch (lunch is not provided)

12:30 to 4:30 p.m. Themed activities

4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Pick up

Camp GroupsAge Ratio Group name5 and 6 1:8 Wallibees

7 and 8 1:10 Bandicoots

9 to 12 1:12 Trail Blazers

Weekly Themes

Week 1: Unplug for a Week and Connect for a Lifetime (presented by Unplugged Outfitters)

Week 2: Blast from the Past

Week 3: PEAK Olympics

Week 4: Weird Science

Week 5: Final Frontier

*Or when Full

Registration FeesMt. Pleasant Public Schools attendee or City resident

Non-Mt. Pleasant Public Schools attendee or non-City resident

Weekly Rate $125 $150

Scholarship $75 $90

Field TripsCampers will attend several field trips including visiting local parks, facilities and organizations. Transportation provided by Mt. Pleasant Public Schools and drivers.

This program is for children who have completed kindergarten through sixth grade. Sports, arts, crafts, creative expression and other daily activities are centered on weekly themes that will help campers build new friendships and skills. In addition, field trips are spread out over the various weeks to help the campers gain new experiences.

Camp PEAKJune 26 through August 4 (6 weeks) K-6 grade

Camp InformationLocation AddressGaniard Elementary 101 S. Adams St. (grades K-3)

Vowles Elementary 1560 S. Watson (grades K-3 and 4-6)

Daily Schedule Camp times Activity7:30 to 9:00 a.m. Drop off

9:00 to 11:30 a.m. Theme weeks with hands-on academic focus

11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Lunch and clean up (lunch is not provided)

12:30 to 4:30 p.m. Continuation of morning themes with service learning, recreation and art activities, field trips and open recreation time. An afternoon snack is provided.

4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Free play & parent pick-up*Participants must be picked up by 5:30 p.m. or a late fee will be charged

Weekly Themes *Schedule subject to change due to weather

Week 1: Geeked for PEAK

Week 2: No camp July 3 and 4Red, White, Blue and You

Week 3: Love Your #Selfie

Week 4: Mischief, Mayhem and Make Believe

Week 5: Get it, Got it, Give It

Week 6: PEAK Idol

Registration FeesMt. Pleasant Public Schools attendee or City resident

Non-Mt. Pleasant Public Schools attendee or non-City resident

$480 $580

Scholarship rate: $200 Scholarship rate: $250

SAVE $20 if registered by May 26Registration deadline: June 19

This program is for children who have completed seventh or eighth grade. Campers will participate in various sports, arts, crafts, creative expression, and cultural and educational enrichment activities. West Adventure Camp offers a unique experience with several planned field trips designed to ensure a fun but educational experience.

West Adventure CampJune 26 through August 4 (6 weeks) 7-8 grade 7-8

Weekly Themes*Schedule subject to change due to weather

Week 1: Geeked for PEAK

Week 2: No camp July 3 and 4Red, White, Blue and You

Week 3: Love Your #Selfie

Week 4: Mischief, Mayhem and Make Believe

Week 5: Get it, Got it, Give It

Week 6: PEAK Idol

Daily Schedule Camp times Activity7:30 to 9:00 a.m. Drop off

9:00 to 11:30 a.m. Theme weeks with hands-on academic focus

11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Lunch and clean up (lunch is not provided)

12:30 to 4:30 p.m. Continuation of morning themes with service learning, recreation and art activities, field trips and open recreation time. An afternoon snack is provided.

4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Free play & parent pick-up*Participants must be picked up by 5:30 p.m. or a late fee will be charged

Registration FeesMt. Pleasant Public Schools attendee or City resident

Non-Mt. Pleasant Public Schools attendee or non-City resident

$270 $350

Scholarship rate: $140 Scholarship rate: $165

SAVE $20 if registered by May 26Registration deadline: June 19

PEAK - Partners Empowering All KidsPEAK (Partners Empowering All Kids) is designed to provide all school age children with educational, enrichment, and recreational activities in a fun and safe environment by keeping schools open until 6 p.m. on school days and turning schools into community centers for kids during the summer months. PEAK began as a 21st Century Community Learning Center funded by the U.S. Department of Education in August 2001. Although grant funding ceased in May 2005, the PEAK program doors remain open through major grants from United Way of Gratiot and Isabella Counties, the Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe, other community support and nominal tuition. PEAK is administered by the City of Mt. Pleasant Parks and Recreation Department in partnership with Mt. Pleasant Public Schools and in collaboration with a number of local agencies.

We strive to provide a safe environment for all those who attend camps. PEAK is a licensed program that meets internal and external audits annually.

Who Can Attend Children who have completed kindergarten through eighth grade will discover the awesome benefits of education and recreation through a variety of daily activities: sports, crafts, creative expression, cultural and educational enrichments.

Snacks & LunchAn afternoon snack is provided each day. Lunch is not provided. Children are required to bring a healthy, non-perishable lunch each day; refrigeration is not available.

Field TripsLocal area field trips, such as skating and park visits will vary by site. All on-site activities are closed when field trips are planned. Participants must attend the field trip or find an alternate activity for that day; the site will be closed.

Cancellation ProcedureIf for any reason a PEAK Site cancels an event/field trip, we will use one of the following methods to notify you: *Cancellation Hotline: 989-779-5335 *Email Blast *Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/MYPEAK

Scholarship InformationIt is the goal of the Summer PEAK Program for all children to be able to attend summer educational and enrichment programs, regardless of their ability to pay. Reduced-rate scholarships are available for the Summer PEAK Program, based on free/reduced lunch income guidelines. Verification will be required. If you are interested in receiving a scholarship or sponsoring a child in the Summer PEAK Program, or are interested in making a personal or business tax deductible contribution to the PEAK Scholarship Fund, please contact Mt. Pleasant Parks and Recreation at 989-779-5331.

The Fourth of JulyDue to the dates of the holiday falling at the beginning of Summer PEAK week #2, all sites will be closed on Monday, July 3, and Tuesday, July 4, to allow for this holiday.

Assistance for Special Needs All interested persons may attend and participate. Persons with disabilities needing assistance to participate may call the Parks and Recreation office at 989-779-5331. A seven day advance notice is necessary for accommodation. Persons requiring speech or hearing assistance may contact the City through the Michigan Relay Center at 1-800-649-3777.

ALL PEAK PARENT MEETINGOn Tuesday, June 6, 2017 a PEAK Parent Informational Meeting will be held at Mt. Pleasant City Hall at 6:30 p.m. This meeting will be a great opportunity to meet the PEAK Staff and get all the necessary information for a successful summer with the PEAK Program.

StaffOur camp staff has been hand picked to ensure we have the best staff to provide an exceptional experience. Camp staff is trained and certified in providing a safe environment for your campers to excel. All camp staff have had background checks, drug screening, CPR/First aid training, and have gone through safety procedures and policy training.

Camper to Counselor RatiosTo provide proper and safe activities, camp will utilize a 12:2 (depending on age) camper to counselor ratio. It is extremely important to us that you leave your child in safe hands by providing proper supervision and ensure that your camper will have the best experience while attending summer camp.

Registration and PaymentAll registration information is located on our website at www.mt-pleasant.org/summercamps, at the Mt. Pleasant Parks and Recreation office and various PEAK sites. All required paperwork must be completed in full before payment will be processed. Payment is expected in full at the time of registration; however, payment plans are available. Tuition must be paid in full before a child may participate in any of our camps. Please contact Mt. Pleasant Parks & Recreation for more information at 989-779-5331. Acceptable forms of payment include: cash, check, Discover, Visa or MasterCard (a convenience fee will be assessed to all credit card transactions).

Contact InformationShould you have any questions or concerns not addressed in this brochure, please contact the City of Mt. Pleasant Parks and Recreation Department at 989-779-5331 or via email at parks-rec@mt-pleasant.org. The department office is located at Mt. Pleasant City Hall, 320 West Broadway.

Get more information on these camps and register online at www.mt-pleasant.org/summercamps.

PEAK Camps: What you need to know

Counselors in Training (CIT) - June 26 through August 4 Monday through Friday (times same as PEAK camps)Cost: $150 City resident fee/$200 non-City resident feeRegistration deadline: June 19The CIT program is a leadership training program for teens ages 14 and 15 years old. It is designed as on-the-job experience where teens will attend trainings and have the opportunity to participate in program activities. Interested teens must complete a registration form and emergency contact information which is available at the Parks and Recreation Office in City Hall.

CMU Reading Clinic - July 5 through July 27Monday through Thursday - 9:00 to 11:30 a.m.Cost: $250/scholarship rate: $100This summer, CMU is again partnering with the Mt. Pleasant PEAK program to provide intensive, individualized, one-to-one tutoring in reading and writing for kindergarten through eighth grade students. The CMU Summer Reading Clinic will take place at Ganiard Elementary July 5 through July 27 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. For further information, contact Dr. Xiaoping Li at 989-774-2581, li2x@cmich.edu. Anyone interested must complete an application, which is available at the Parks and Recreation Office in City Hall or online at www.mt-pleasant.org/summercamps. This clinic is limited to the first 12 applicants and students receiving a teacher referral will have priority enrollment. The teacher referral form can also be found online.

British Soccer Camps - August 7 through August 11Challenger Sports’ British Soccer Camps is the most popular soccer camp in the country. Over a thousand Challenger coaches each year have helped the company develop one of the most innovative approaches to coaching youth soccer in the U.S. Our experienced staff study the game at all levels and we have identified the key techniques and skills that your players need to work on and master to reach their true potential. These camps are held at Sunnyside Park. Register online at www.challengersports.com by June 23 to receive a free replica soccer jersey.

Session name Ages Times CostFirst Kicks 3 to 4 9 to 10 a.m. $91

Mini Soccer 4 to 5 10:30 to noon $122

Half Day Camp 6 to 9 9 a.m. to noon $174

Half Day Camp 10 to 14 1 to 4 p.m. $174

Half Day Camp 15 to 18 1 to 4 p.m. $174

Golden Goal Camp* 6 to 9 1 to 3 p.m. $50

*requires half day registration

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