Summer Day Camp (Ages 4-17)

LOCATION: 1601 W Howard Avenue, Milwaukee
DATES: June 12 - August 25, 2022 (No Camp July 3 & 4)
HOURS: 7:00 AM-6:00 PM
AGES: 4-17
OFFERINGS: Traditional Camp, LIT Camp, and STEAM Add-on

Sample Schedule
Summer day campers try a variety of activities such as arts & crafts, water activities, games, and team building. Our focus on achievement, relationships, and belonging will help your child make friends, develop independence, and try new things – whether they join us for one week or all summer! All campers must be potty trained.

7:00-9:00 AM
Camper Arrival & Choice Activities

9:00-9:30 AM
Opening Ceremonies

9:30-9:50 AM
Wash Hands, Bathroom Breaks & Sunscreen

9:50-10:20 AM
Breakfast

10:20-11:00 AM
Small Group Games & Teambuilding

11:30-11:50 AM
Large Group Games

11:50 AM-12:50 PM
Lunch

12:50-1:30 PM
Organized Small Group Activities

1:30-2:10 PM
Reading & Quiet/Relax Time

2:10-3:00 PM
Art Activity

3:00-3:30 PM
Educational Activity

3:30-3:45 PM
Wash Hands & Bathroom Break

3:45-4:30 PM
Afternoon Snack

4:30-6:00 PM
Campers Departure & Choice Activities

DROP-OFF PROCESS

• Park along West Howard Avenue and proceed up the pathway to the YMCA drop-off table.
• Camp Leadership Staff members will meet you at the table to sign your child in and hand them their YMCA wristband.
• Children will proceed to their assigned group, on their way to having an awesome day at camp!

YOU MUST:

• Walk your child to the YMCA table to sign them into camp.
• Make sure they bring everything they need to have a successful day at camp.
• Communicate any important events that may affect your child’s day at camp (i.e., not enough sleep, rough morning leaving the house, specific things you would like us to keep an eye on, any injuries they are arriving with).

PLEASE DO NOT:

• Drive up the pathways.
• Drop-off or pick-up at a different location than the YMCA table.
• Leave without signing your child in at the YMCA table.
• Proceed past the YMCA table.
• Approach groups of YMCA children camp.

PICK-UP PROCESS

• Park along West Howard Avenue and proceed up the pathway to the YMCA pick-up table.
• Let the staff members know what child you are picking up and provide appropriate identification.
• YOU MUST PROVIDE A PHOTO I.D. IF REQUESTED
  • If you do not have your I.D. and it is requested, you will be asked to go grab it. For safety reasons, we will not release campers to unauthorized adults or to adults who are unable to show identification when asked.
• Listen to any behavior updates or reminders for the week from the camp staff.
• Remain at the pick-up table until your child is in your care and you sign them out.

YOU MUST:

• Bring a photo I.D., even if it is the last week of Camp. If the staff member has checked your authorization in the past and knows you well, you may not be asked for a photo I.D. However, if you are requested to show a photo I.D., you must have it available before we sign the camper out.
• Wait at the pick-up table until your child is in your care. We will not send children to cars or release them unless their authorized adult is physically present to sign them out.
• Communicate with the staff members about how your child’s day was at camp.
• Double-check that your camper has all of their belongings.

PLEASE DO NOT:

• Return to your car before your child is signed out of our care.
• Forget your photo I.D. or refuse to present it. We will not release campers unless the adult picking them up is authorized to do so.
• Attempt to pick up your child at a different location than the YMCA pick-up table.
• Approach groups of YMCA children at camp.

Sadie Salinas, Day Camp Director

Hello! My name is Sadie Salinas and I am your 2023 Wilson Park Director! I recently moved to Milwaukee from Eau Claire with my husband, and so far I am loving this city! I have a background in Summer Camp with both the Boys & Girls Club and the YMCA, and I could not be more thrilled to be with you all this summer. Outside of camp, I love spending time outdoors, camping, cooking, making music with friends, and spending quality time with my family.

I am a firm advocate for the kids and staff in my program, and I believe that parent/guardian communication is a huge piece of that. I want camp to be a place of joy and growth for everyone who encounters it, all I ask is that you keep my team in the loop on how we can work together to support the kids. I am excited to learn from you, thank you for the privilege of getting to know your kids this summer!

Questions?
Program: Sadie Salinas, Director, at ssalinas@ymcamke.org or 414-357-1951.

STEAM Camp (Ages 7-12)
At our “Science Café”, campers ages 7-12 will gain an appreciation of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math by experiencing how they're intertwined. Activities are designed to promote critical thinking skills and teamwork. Hands-on experiences like building structures and machines and an introduction to 3D printing will certainly inspire our campers.

DATES: August 14 - 18, 2023
HOURS: STEAM Add-on conveniently added during Traditional Day Camp
PRICE: $75 add-on fee

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Questions?
Billing & Registration: Camp Office at daycamp@ymcamke.org or 414-274-0759.
Program: Marc Muller, Director, at mmuller@ymcamke.org or 414-357-1905.

YMCA FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
Individuals and families may apply for financial assistance for membership or programs, such as Summer Day Camp. Assistance is based upon a number of factors, including total household income and number of dependents. The process is confidential.

Apply Online

WISCONSIN SHARES CHILD CARE ASSISTANCE
The YMCA of Metropolitan Milwaukee offers many Summer Day Camps that are licensed by the Department of Children and Families and accept Wisconsin Shares Child Care Assistance.

Contact your Wisconsin Shares office for approval as you must have authorization before we can register your child for Summer Day Camp.

Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Waukesha Counties: 888-947-6583

Washington County: 262-335-4610

WI SHARES PROVIDER NUMBER: 1000558721
WI SHARES LOCATION NUMBER: 064

Questions?
Billing & Registration: Camp Office at daycamp@ymcamke.org or 414-274-0759.

2023 SUMMER DAY CAMP
Our Summer Day Camp is an 11-week program that runs June 12-August 25, 2023. Families can sign up for one or more weeks.

CAMP HOURS
Monday-Friday | 9:00 AM-4:00 PM (unless otherwise noted)

CAMPER DROP-OFF & PICK-UP
Drop-Off | 7:00-9:00 AM
Pick-Up | 4:00-6:00 PM
To ensure the safety of all participants, campers may only be picked up by a pre-authorized contact. A driver's license may be requested for identification.

WHAT TO BRING TO CAMP
Campers spend most of the day outdoors, so be sure to send your child to camp wearing appropriate clothing and footwear. Sunscreen should be applied before camp and also brought to camp.

Please label and send the following items with your camper every day:

• Non-Perishable Lunch (optional)
• Water Bottle
• Tennis Shoes or Closed-Toe Shoes
• Swimsuit & Towel
• Sunscreen & Bug Spray

To help your child take full advantage of all that we have to offer, please leave items of monetary or sentimental value at home, including personal toys, electronic equipment, gaming devices, and trading or game cards. The YMCA is not responsible for lost or stolen items.

CAMP SAFETY
The health and safety of each camper is a priority for the YMCA of Metropolitan Milwaukee. We will continue to monitor CDC and other local and state agencies' recommendations to make sure we are implementing protocols to keep campers healthy to the best of our ability. Current protocols will be shared with families as we get closer to the start of Summer Day Camp.

HOW TO REGISTER
This camp is at or near capacity and not accepting online registrations. To register or be placed on the waitlist, please fill out the registration form and email it directly to daycamp@ymcamke.org.

Registration is not finalized until confirmation is received from the Registration Office.

REMINDERS

• Registration is limited and is based on availability; please register early.
• Weekly payments are due ten (10) days prior to the chosen week of camp.
• All payments must be made before a child can attend camp each week.
• Late payments will result in a $10 late fee per child, per week. All payments must be made before a child can attend camp each week.

ADDITIONAL CHILD DISCOUNT

• YMCA of Metropolitan Milwaukee members receive 10% off when more than one child is enrolled in camp.
• Community Participants receive 5% off when more than one child is enrolled in camp. First child is enrolled at full price.
• Discount applies to campers who are registered for the same week of camp, but type of camp may vary.
• Discount applies to lowest rate camp.

POLICIES
REGISTRATION FEE
A one-time $30 registration fee per child is due at the time of registration.
WEEKLY PAYMENT
Weekly payments are due ten (10) days prior to the chosen week of camp. Upon completion of registration, your balance will automatically be set up for auto pay. Camp payments are non-refundable.
LATE PAYMENTS
Late payments will result in a $10 late fee per child, per week. All payments MUST be made before attending camp.

WEEKLY CAMP FEES
Traditional Camp (Ages 5-13): 4-5 Days/Week, $219/M, $246/NM
Traditional Camp (Ages 5-13): 3 Days/Week, $165/M, $185/NM
Traditional Camp (Age 4): 4-5 Days/Week, $244/M, $256/NM
Traditional Camp (Age 4): 3 Days/Week, $195/M, $215/NM

Leaders In Training | Week 1: $219/M, $246/NM
Leaders In Training | Weeks 2-11: $120/M, $120/NM (per week)

*M = YMCA Member, NM = Non-Member

PAYMENT & REGISTRATION DEADLINES

Week 1: JUN 12-16 >> Deadline: FRI, JUN 2
Week 2: JUN 19-23 >> Deadline: FRI, JUN 9
Week 3: JUN 26-30 >> Deadline: FRI, JUN 16
Week 4: JUL 5-7 >> Deadline: FRI, JUN 23
Week 5: JUL 10-14 >> Deadline: FRI, JUN 30
Week 6: JUL 17-21 >> Deadline: FRI, JUL 7
Week 7: JUL 24-28 >> Deadline: FRI, JUL 14
Week 8: JUL 31 - AUG 4 >> Deadline: FRI, JUL 21
Week 9: AUG 7-11 >> Deadline: FRI, JUL 28
Week 10: AUG 14-18 >> Deadline: FRI, AUG 4
Week 11: AUG 21-26 >> Deadline: FRI, AUG 11

ADDITIONAL CHILD DISCOUNT

• YMCA of Metropolitan Milwaukee members receive 10% off when more than one child is enrolled in camp.
• Community Participants receive 5% off when more than one child is enrolled in camp. First child is enrolled at full price.
• Discount applies to campers who are registered for the same week of camp, but type of camp may vary).
• Discount applies to lowest rate camp.

YMCA FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
Individuals and families may apply for financial assistance for membership or programs, such as Summer Day Camp. Assistance is based upon a number of factors, including total household income and number of dependents. The process is confidential.

Apply Online

WISCONSIN SHARES CHILD CARE ASSISTANCE
The YMCA of Metropolitan Milwaukee offers many Summer Day Camps that are licensed by the Department of Children and Families and accept Wisconsin Shares Child Care Assistance.

Contact your Wisconsin Shares office for approval as you must have authorization before we can register your child for Summer Day Camp.

Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Waukesha Counties: 888-947-6583

Washington County: 262-335-4610

YMCA of Metropolitan Milwaukee Provider Number: 1000558721

Location Numbers:
Rite-Hite Family YMCA: 012
YMCA at Lincoln Park: 105
YMCA at Wilson Park: 064
YMCA at Wellpoint Care Network: 201

REGISTRATION INFORMATION & FORMS
2023 Summer Day Camp Registration Form

MEDICAL FORMS
Authorization to Administer Medication (English)
Authorization to Administer Medication (Spanish)
Immunization Record Form (English)
Immunization Record Form (Spanish)

DCF PUBLICATIONS
Your Guide to Regulated Child Care
Wisconsin Licensing Rules for Day Camps