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SUMMER DAY CAMP

JOIN THE FUN!

buehlerymca.org

2016 Buehler YMCA

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FRIENDSHIP. ACCOMPLISHMENT. BELONGING.Remember the fun of summer when you were

a kid? Exploring the outdoors, spending time with

friends, playing games and splashing in the pool?

At Y camp, we create an exciting, safe

environment for kids to have an unforgettable

summer of fun. And while they’re taking part in

unique experiences and adventures, they’re also

building self-esteem, developing interpersonal skills

and making lasting friendships and memories.

Summer is just around the corner,

so sign up at the membership desk today!

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Buehler YMCA1400 W. Northwest Highway, Palatine, IL 60067 847.359.2400 www.buehlerymca.org

Professionally Trained StaffOur caring counselors are professional role models

ACA AccreditedWe maintain the highest standards regarding program safety and quality

SwimmingKids cool off in the pool under the close watch of lifeguards

Healthy Kids FocusDedicated to building healthy, confident, connected and secure children

Financial Assistance AvailableWe believe every child should have the opportunity to experience Y camp

Extended care AvailableBefore and after hours to accommodate working parents

Field TripsUnique opportunities to explore nature and experience new places

22 Locations in ChicagolandClose to where you live and work

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REGISTRATION DATES/FEES Registration: Starts Monday January 18, 2016

Full-Day Camps include:• Free extended care for all full-day camps from

7-9am and 4-6pm. • Weekly field trip or in-house entertainment.• T-shirt is provided to all full-day campers.

Campers attending multiple sessions receive one T-shirt for the summer to be worn on field trips or as designated.

• 2 Days of open swimming• Campers ages 5 and up• All the fun your camper can handle!

EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION May 1st is the last day for Early Bird Registration for Summer Day Camp!

EARLY BIRD RATE SAVE 10% Per week on 5-day Traditional Summer Camp Option when you register by May 1st. (Valid through 5/1/2016. Cannot be combined with any other specials or discounts. Early Bird Rates do not apply to specialty camps, sports speciality camps, adventure camps or aquatic camps.)

CAMP SESSION DATES We offer a variety of camps to meet your child's individual interests and needs. Please refer to specific camp listing for a detail of description of activities, session dates and fees.

All camps run from 9am-4pm daily, unless otherwise noted. Week Dates Weekly Theme

1 Jun 6-10 "Getting to Know You"2 Jun 13-17 "CSI..Cool Science Investigation"3 Jun 20-24 "Windy City"4 Jun 27-Jul 1 "The World Around Us"5 Jul 5-8 "Stars and Stripes"6 Jul 11-15 "Creative Genius"7 Jul 18-22 "Are Talented Selves"8 Jul 25-29 "Splish, Splash"9 Aug 1-5 "The Great Outdoors"10 Aug 8-12 "Were All in this Together"11 Aug 15-19 "Dog Days of Summer"

TRADITIONAL CAMP PRICING Early Bird Special

Early BirdMembers $230 $250

Non-Members $280 $300

Time Frame Until May 1st May 2nd until 3 days before Camp session

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MANDATORY PARENT ORIENTATION Speciality Camp Orientation: Thursday, June 2nd at 6pm.

Full Day Camp Orientation: Friday, June 3th at 6pm.

This is your opportunity to meet Summer Camp Program Directors and staff, who will be interacting with your camper all summer. We will review the parent handbook and go over camp policies and procedures. We would love to use this time to answer any and all questions you might have.

REGISTRATION AND PAYMENT• All campers must be registered and paid in full

by the Wednesday prior to their week of camp. A $30.00 non-refundable deposit is required for each week of camp.

• All campers must hold a valid youth or family YMCA membership to receive the member rate, and it must remain valid until Sep 1, 2016. If the membership is terminated prior to Sep 1, 2016, the Non-member rate is due on all camps attended

• The final day to register for a particular week is the Wednesday before attending camp. All payments are due by this date.

• All paperwork, medical forms, and waivers are due the Wednesday before your child can attend. Your child will not be permitted into camp without receipt of these documents.

• If you register online you will need to download the forms from the Buehler YMCA website.

• All camp paperwork should be turned in at the Buehler Member Service desk by May 20th

• If you register using the Early Bird rate and during the summer you decide to transfer to another camp the Early Bird rate will not apply!

WHAT TO BRING• Swimsuit and Towel (only on swim days)• Backpack to carry your belongings• Lunch and Drink in an unbreakable container• 2 Healthy Snacks• Labeled Water Bottle• Sunscreen• Hat or Visor• Closed toe shoes • Flip flop permitted for water parks only

TRAINED STAFF Professionally trained and enthusiastic staff are the key ingredient to a positive camping experience at the Buehler YMCA. Each

counselor is selected based on their skills, maturity, creativity and sensitivity to the needs of all our camp participants. All of our counselors participate in a minimum of 40 hours of training prior to their first camper's arrival, so you can rest assured your child's counselor will be a caring and positive role model. Staff are certified in CPR, AED and First Aid!

CAMP RATIOS Camper Age Staff to Campers

3-5 1 to 66-8 1 to 89-15 1 to 10

FINANCIAL AID• Scholarships are available for those needing

help to pay for camp through the Illinois Action for Children organization. If you qualify, Action for Children assistance can be applied for all 11 weeks of day camp.

• Applications for assistance through Action for Children may be picked up at the Member Services Desk with instructions for completing. You may also contact them directly at 312.823.1100 or by visit-ing www.daycareaction.org.

• You must submit all forms to Action For Children directly, 30 days prior to attending camp.

• You do not have to be a Buehler YMCA member to receive financial assistance from Action for Children.

• Action for Children assistance may be used towards any of our camps.

• If you do not qualify or were denied funds through Action for Children, you may apply for funds through the Buehler YMCA. Buehler has scholarships available through our Annual Fund which is generated through donations and gifts from staff, members, and the community. Scholarship forms are available at the Member Services Desk.

• Buehler YMCA day camp scholarships are limited to Buehler YMCA members only. These scholarships cannot be applied to any of the specialty camps. All campers must hold a valid youth or family member-ship from the date of registration until Sep 1, 2016. Membership scholarships are also available.

• Assistance is based on annual income, family size, and supporting documentation.

• A non-refundable deposit per week is required to hold your child's spot in camp even if you have applied for Action for Children or Buehler's financial assistance program. This deposit may be applied to your co-pay amount after approval has been obtained.

CAMP INFORMATION

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SUMMER CAMPS

PRESCHOOL SUMMER PROGRAM Buehler YMCA will be offering a DCFS licensed preschool program for 2.5-5 year olds throughout the summer months. We are offering a half day option 9:30am-1pm or a full day option 7am-6pm.

This program will offer fun academic learning activities as well as games and outside activities based upon the weekly theme. Lunch is also included. All these will be staffed with our licensed preschool/kindergarten teachers and aides. Classrooms will be assigned according to age levels.

There will be a parent orientation for our preschool summer program Wednesday, June 1 at 6:30pm.

Weekly Theme 6/6-6/10 - Summertime Fun 6/13-6/17 - Animal Planet 6/20-6/24 - When Dinosaurs Roamed the Earth 6/27-7/1-Party in the USA 7/5-7/8-Space is the Place 7/11-7/15-Where the Wild Things Are 7/18-7/22-Fun with Foods 7/25-7/29-A Camping We Will Go 8/1-8/5-Beach Party

Age Date Day Time2.5-5 Jun 6-Aug 5 (9 weeks) M/W/F or T/TH or M-F 9:30am-1pm or 7am-6pm

Half Day PricingMon-Fri M/W/F Tue & Thu

MEMBER $125 $85 $60$170 $130 $105

July 5-8 $100 M/$135 NM $60 M/$130 NM

Full Day Pricing2.5-5 Mon-Fri M/W/F Tue & Thu

MEMBER $230 $185 $125NON MEMBER $280 $235 $175

July 5-8 $205 M/$230 NM $125 M/$105 NM

EXPLORERS CAMP - SWIM TIME TUES/THURS Great news! All day camp for your five year old! Modeled after our traditional day camp, your five year old will have a blast making crafts, singing songs, swimming and more! All activities will be structured to keep your camper engaged and nurtured all summer long!

Age Date Day Time

5 years Jun 6-Aug 19(11weeks) M-F9am-4pm*

*Extended care hours available 7-9am and 4-6pm

Early BirdMembers $230 $250

Non-Members $280 $300

Time Frame Until May 1st May 2nd until 3 days before Camp session

CAMP SWIM DAYS Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

Teen Explorers No Camp Swim Explorers TeenGymnastics Discovery No Camp Swim Discovery Gymnastics

Sports Junior Discovery No Camp Swim Junior Discovery SportsSpeciality Camps No Camp Swim Speciality Camps

CAMP SWIM DAYS

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SUMMER CAMPS

VOYAGER CAMP - SWIM DAYS TUES/ THURS Your camper will have the opportunity to participate in an array of organized educational and recreational activities. This camp develops social skills, self confidence, sportsmanship, character development and a healthy lifestyle. Activities include open swimming, crafts, sports, singing, cookouts, and group games. Each week of camp includes a field trip.

Age Date Day Time

6-8 Jun 6-Aug 19 (11 weeks) M-F9am-4pm*

*Extended care hours available 7-9am and 4-6pm

Early BirdMembers $230 $250

Non-Member $280 $300

Time Frame Until May 1st May 2nd until 3 days before Camp session

NAVIGATOR CAMP - SWIM DAYS TUES/THURS This camp is designed for youth to mature, while cultivating a positive sense of self. Through various activities, your camper will be taught different values, while instilling self-confidence. Collaboration and teamwork are an important part of this camp experience, giving your camper the opportunity to make lifelong friends, while still having fun. Activities include sports, songs, crafts, swimming, field trips and a weekly cookout.

Age Date Day Time

9-11 Jun 6-Aug 19 (11 weeks) M-F9am-4pm*

*Extended care hours available 7-9am and 4-6pm

Early BirdMembers $230 $250

Non-Members $280 $300

Time Frame Until May 1st May 2nd until 3 days before Camp session 2 days before camp session

TEEN CAMP - SWIM DAYS MON/FRI This camp focuses on leadership, team building, character development and community service. Your teen will participate in confidence building activities along with sports, career exploration, swimming, field trips, and weekly cookouts! Your teen will also participate in a weekly community service project.

Age Date Day Time

12-15 Jun 6-Aug 19 (11 weeks) M-F9am-4pm*

*Extended care hours available 7-9am and 4-6pm

Early BirdMember $230 $250

Non-Member $280 $300Time Frame Until May 1st May 2nd until 3 days

before Camp session

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SUMMER CAMPS

3 DAY CAMP OPTIONS (10 WEEKS ONLY) Parents who are looking for a 3 day traditional camp experience will be able to sign up for Voyager, Navigators, or Teen Camp. You can choose the days you would like to attend.

3 Day OptionsMember Non Members

Early Bird $180 $230$200 $250

SPORTS SPECIALITY CAMPS - SWIM DAYS MON/FRI Sports Speciality Camps are designed for youth to grow and increase self confidence while developing values, respect, and self esteem. Make lifelong friends and have fun! Activities includes a variety of sports to choose from and twice weekly open swimming! Every Friday campers will get to participate in a cookout! Field Trips included each week!

Age Date Day Time

6-12 Jun 6-Aug 19 (11 weeks) M-F9am-4pm*

*Extended care hours available 7-9am and 4-6pm

Early BirdMembers $280 $320

Non-Members $330 $380

Time Frame Until May 1st May 2nd until 3 days before Camp session

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Sports Specialty Camps

Price (M&NM) Ages Week Description

Tennis & Badminton $280/$320 8-12 1 (6/6-6/10)

This camp is for athletes who want to be introduced to all racquet sports! Campers will learn the fundamentals to help

them succeed in sports like badminton and tennis.

Track & Field $280/$320 6-12 2 (6/13-6/17)

This camp focuses on becoming a better, faster, and smarter athlete. Campers will leave with an increased running

knowledge, new friends, and an enhanced love for the sport!

Dodgeball Mania $280/$320 6-12 3 (6/20-6/24)

This camp will teach athletes sportsmanship and fair play while participating in a variety of dodgeball games. Safety is our number one priority! Strict game rules will be enforced during play, and so will a strict requirement to have fun.

Volleyball $280/$320 8-12 4 (6/27-7/1)

This camp is geared to improve skills such as passing, setting, hitting and serving. The week will feature skill

development and fundamentals as well as drills and games.

Baseball $280/$320 6-12 5 (7/5-7/8)

Your camper will be working on various skills such as hitting, throwing, fielding, base running, etc.

This camp will be focusing on hitting, throwing and fielding just like the pros in no time!

Flag Football $280/$320 8-12 6 (7/11-7/15)

This camp will undoubtedly give you a better understanding of the game, while focusing on specific skills and allow everyone to enjoy this great sport without the contact.

Lacrosse $280/$320 8-12 7 (7/18-7/22)

Try the fastest growing sport in America! Learn the basics of stick-handling, passing, shooting, defense and basic game

strategies. All equipment will be provided.

Soccer $280/$320 6-12 8 (7/25-7/29)

Campers will progress through the fundamentals of soccer and refine their skills,

such as juggling, fakes, heading, scrimmages and more! Special attention is given to instruction in fundamentals

and individualized skill development.

Basketball $280/$320 6-12 9 (8/1-8/5)

We'll focus on the basics like dribbling, passing and shooting, but also get into more advanced

aspects of the game such as setting screens, teamwork and building our skills to become like our favorite players.

Golf $325/$400 8-12 10 (8/8-8/12)

Campers will explore different driving ranges and miniature golf courses each day during the week. Equipment for the

driving ranges will not be provided by Buehler.

Sports of All Sorts $280/$320 6-12 11 (8/15-8/19)

Do you eat, sleep and breathe sports? If you just can't seem to get enough sports

action, this camp is for you. Flag football, soccer, softball, basketball, dodge ball, and just about every other sport or

variation you can think of will be featured in this camp.

GYMNASTICS CAMP - SWIM DAYS MON/FRI For Girls who want to increase their gymnastics skills, while improving flexibility, strength, endurance, coordination, balance and self-esteem. Camp is designed to give a full workout and to provide FUN! Gymnasts rotate through all events as well as swimming and fitness activities. Participants take a field trip every week. Campers also put on a gymnastics performance for parents every Friday. Beginners through advanced skill levels are welcome.

Age Date Day Time

6-12 (Girls) Jun 6-Aug 12 (10 weeks) M-F9am-4pm*

*Extended care hours available from 7-9am and 4-6pm.

Early BirdMember $230 $250

Non-Member $280 $300Time Frame Until May 1st May 2nd until 3 days before Camp session

SUMMER CAMPS

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LEADERS IN TRAINING (L.I.T.)

LEADERS IN TRAINING Leaders In Training:(L.I.T.) This leadership program is perfect for those who are ready to take on a bit more responsibility while still enjoying the benefits of being a part of Buehler YMCA Day Camp! Field trips, service projects and a chance to develop leadership skills are all important aspects of this unique program. Our L.I.T.s will shadow counselors and help organize games and activities for our younger campers. They will have weekly meetings with their LIT mentor who will facilitate their growth in the program and help them create activities and competitions for the entire camp to enjoy!

Before registering for this program, prospective Leaders in Training candidates must call to arrange an appointment for an interview with Ben Breuer at 847-410-5240 or Annie Yung at 847-410-5233. During the interview, responsibilities will be discussed and a job description reviewed.

Prospective Leaders must complete an application (at the Buehler member service desk) and submit a letter of recommendation from a teacher, coach, etc. Leaders in Training will be assigned to a group of campers and will assist the counselors in the day-to-day activities including swimming and field trips. Our goal is to create a workplace atmosphere for L.I.T.s to learn and gain life-like experiences in a work environment. Our Leaders in Training must possess a good attitude and be a positive role model for our younger campers. This camp is a perfect combination of fun, learning and development and will provide an outlet for their creativity. L.I.T.s must attend camp for a minimum of five consecutive weeks throughout the summer.

Must choose either LIT or Teen Camp program prior to application process. ($350/$500)

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SPECIALTY CAMPS

FASHIONISTA CAMP This camp is designed to teach boys and girls an array of important design skills, including pattern making, stitching, knitting, etc. Just wait and see what our fashion camp can do.

Members: $280 Non-members: $320Age Date Day Time

6-12 Jun 6-10 M-F9am-4pm*

*Extended care hours available 7-9am and 4-6pm

CREATIVE WRITING CAMP Aspiring young writers enroll in this camp to hone their craft. Campers will study and create poetry, fiction and plays. Working with mentors and alongside other students who share their passion for writing.

Members: $280 Non-members: $320Age Date Day Time

8-12 Jun 6-10 M-F9am-4pm*

*Extended care hours available 7-9am and 4-6pm

CSI CAMP Campers will have the opportunity to explore the science and technology behind identification and crime solving. Campers participate in a mock crime scene, fingerprint dusting, bone identification and DNA extraction.

Members: $280 Non-members: $320Age Date Day Time

6-12 Jun 13-17 M-F9am-4pm*

*Extended care hours available 7-9am and 4-6pm

BOYS GYMNASTICS CAMP For boy's who want to increase their gymnastics skills, while improving flexibility, strength, endurance, coordination, balance and self-esteem. Camp is designed to give a full workout and to provide FUN! Gymnasts rotate through all Men's Olympic gymnastics events as well as swimming and fitness activities. Participants take a field trip this week. Participants will also put on a gymnastics performance for parents on Friday. Beginners through advanced skill levels are welcome. Limited to 10 participants

Members: $280 Non-members: $320Age Date Day Time

6-12 Jun 13-17 M-F9am-4pm*

*Extended care hours available 7-9am and 4-6pm

WINDY CITY TRAVEL CAMP Interested in experiencing all the Windy City has to offer? Come join us as we explore the Chicagoland area. Trips may consist of sporting events, museums, or an activity tour. Members: $325 Non-members: $400

Age Date Day Time

8-15 Jun 20-24 M-F 9am-4pm*

*Extended care hours available 7-9am and 4-6pm

MATH CAMP This camp will learn new math concepts and master familiar ones. Your camper's math confidence will grow as they learn the "why" and "how" of math, while applying it in many real life applications, with a culminating project at the end of the week. Members: $280 Non-members: $320Age Date Day Time

6-12 Jun 20-24 M-F9am-4pm*

*Extended care hours available 7-9am and 4-6pm

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EXPLORE OUR WORLD CAMP Campers can explore different cultures from around the world including languages, types of cuisine, art and the way other cultures live through various field trips within the community. This camp is meant to provide campers with a continued appreciation of the diverse world around them.

Members: $325 Non-members: $400Age Date Day Time

8-15 Jun 27-Jul 1 M-F9am-4pm*

*Extended care hours available 7-9am and 4-6pm

LEGO-MANIA CAMP Everything is awesome! Campers will spend at least three hours a day building towers, mazes, bridges and testing their minds and imaginations with each new adventure.

Members: $280 Non-members: $320Age Date Day Time

6-10 Jun 27-Jul 1 M-F9am-4pm*

*Extended care hours available 7-9am and 4-6pm

MAD SCIENCE CAMP Science Campers will use the scientific method as they explore classic experiments with a messy twist! From making slime to exploding lunch bags, your camper is sure to become a mad scientist at Buehler laboratory! No Camp on July 4th, 2016

Members: $280 Non-members: $320Age Date Day Time

6-12 Jul 5-8 M-F9am-4pm*

*Extended care hours available 7-9am and 4-6pm

ART-RAGEOUS CAMP Self-expression comes to life in this creative multi-faceted art camp! A camper's imagination becomes the window of discovery as they create original art with watercolors, sculpting, and other art forms.

Members: $280 Non-members: $320Age Date Day Time

6-12 Jul 11-15 M-F9am-4pm*

*Extended care hours available 7-9am and 4-6pm

WET & WILD WATER PARKS CAMP Spend time traveling to four different water parks for an exciting day of aquatic fun and a variety of different water activities. It's the perfect camp to stay cool during those hot summer days. Water park days are Monday through Thursday.

Members: $325 Non-members: $400Age Date Day Time

8-15 Jul 11-15 M-F9am-4pm*

*Extended care hours available 7-9am and 4-6pm

BUEHLER'S GOT TALENT CAMP Let your star camper shine! Do they sing? Do they dance? Do they act? This is the camp for them! They will spend the week putting together a spectacular talent show for all of the other campers!

Members: $280 Non-members: $320Age Date Day Time

6-12 Jul 18-22 M-F9am-4pm*

*Extended care hours available 7-9am and 4-6pm

SPECIALTY CAMPS

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SPACE CAMP Campers will explore the final frontier: maneuvering telescopes, building rockets, programming robots, launching high-altitude balloons and getting lost in space shows.

Members: $280 Non-members: $320Age Date Day Time

6-12 Jul 18-22 M-F9am-4pm*

*Extended care hours available 7-9am and 4-6pm

STEM (SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING, MATHEMATICS) CAMP Campers will focus on life skills like problem-solving, creativity, and collaboration, while providing opportunities to create. They learn game design, robotics engineering, and more! Members: $280 Non-members: $320

Age Date Day Time

8-15 Jul 25-29 M-F9am-4pm*

*Extended care hours available 7-9am and 4-6pm

WILD ABOUT WATER CAMP There's nothing better than getting wet on a hot summer day at Buehler! Make sure your child is comfortable in the water and ready to spend time swimming, playing aquatic games, throwing water balloons and more!

Members: $280 Non-members: $320Age Date Day Time

6-12 Jul 25-29 M-F9am-4pm*

*Extended care hours available 7-9am and 4-6pm

MOVIE MAKERS CAMP Lights, camera, action! Campers will work together to create an original camp movie. This camp will focus on all components of making a movie, from writing the script to post production editing.

Members: $280 Non-members: $320Age Date Day Time

6-15 Aug1-5 M-F9am-4pm*

*Extended care hours available 7-9am and 4-6pm

ADVENTURE TRAVEL CAMP This camp embarks on a new adventure every day! Whether hiking, climbing, or scavenging, your camper will build endless memories in this high mileage camp!

Members: $325 Non-members: $400Age Date Day Time

8-15 Aug 1-5 M-F9am-4pm*

*Extended care hours available 7-9am and 4-6pm

LEGO CHALLENGE CAMP Everything is cool when you're part of a team! This camp is for the creative thinker who, not only enjoys Legos, but is also a team player. Campers will work together to devise a variety of different Lego structures through different challenges.

Members: $280 Non-members: $320Age Date Day Time

6-12 Aug 8-12 M-F9am-4pm*

*Extended care hours available 7-9am and 4-6pm

MIND, BODY AND SOUL CAMP Campers will learn how to make healthy choices, practice healthy behaviors, and to live healthy, active lifestyles that are important parts of the camp experience.

Members: $280 Non-members: $320Age Date Day Time

8-12 Aug 8-12 M-F9am-4pm*

*Extended care hours available 7-9am and 4-6pm

SPECIALTY CAMPS

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PRE SCHOOL AND AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS

KINDERGARTEN COUNTS: AM, PM, & FULL DAY Kindergarten at the YMCA is a DCFS-licensed program taught by early childhood educators with a curriculum based on Common Core Learning Standards and includes Jolly Phonics and Guided Reading, while focusing on number and letter recognition, writing, as well as, simple math.

Students participate in educational, physical, and social enrichment activities like music, CATCH, and swimming. Field trips and class parties are scheduled throughout the school year.

Children attending kindergarten at District 15 schools including Hunting Ridge, Jane Addams, Lake Louise, Lincoln, Marion Jordan, Paddock, Pleasant Hill, Sanborn, Virginia Lake, Whiteley, and Winston Campus can extend their school day to include the Kindergarten Program at Buehler YMCA. Lunch is provided.

AM Kindergarten students at the YMCA begins at 8am and students are transported from the YMCA to PM Kindergarten at participating District 15 schools.

PM Kindergarten students at the YMCA will be transported from their AM Kindergarten at participating District 15 schools to the YMCA. This program runs to 4pm. After care until 6pm may be added for either AM or PM options for an additional fee.

There is also an option for full day kindergarten. The kindergarten class runs from 8:00am-4:00pm with before care starting at 6:45am and after care until 6:00 pm included.

Our program is DCFS Licensed and our classes are taught by Early Childhood Educators.

PRESCHOOL Full Day: Buehler YMCA offers a DCFS Licensed full year preschool program for children ages 2.5-5. In our program we use Creative Curriculum and include these areas each week: reading readiness, math concepts, hands-on-science and the social sciences. Teachers use creative play to enhance learning and social skills. Our teachers are certified Early Childhood Educators, who have their bachelor's degrees and/or early childhood endorsements.

Half Day: Buehler YMCA offers play-based Preschool Programs that encourage children ages 2.5-5* to explore their environment as they develop creativity, problem-solving, and skills related to cognitive, physical, and social/emotional growth. Students are introduced to literacy through a phonemic approach that includes the Jolly Phonics program as well as math, science, and social studies concepts taught through hands-on activities.

*Children are not required to be toilet-trained to attend Preschool. However, for those children who are not yet toilet-trained, an adult must remain in the facility while the child is participating in Preschool Programs.

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PRE SCHOOL AND AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS

BEFORE CARE AND AFTERSCHOOL Buehler YMCA operates an in-house, DCFS-Licensed before and afterschool program throughout the school year.

Before care students can arrive as early as 6:45 am. Breakfast is provided daily. Students are transported to their school for the day.

Afterschool students are transported from school to the YMCA and provided care until 6 pm. A snack is provided daily.

Current schools serviced include Hunting Ridge, Jane Addams, Lake Louise, Lincoln, Marion Jordan, Paddock, Pleasant Hill, Sanborn, St. Theresa, Thomas Jefferson, Virginia Lake, Whiteley, and Winston Campus. Schools need a minimum of 2 students registered to provide transportation.

At the YMCA, School Age programs offer children the opportunity to build strong relationships while engaging in educational and social enrichment activities. We utilize a creative, research-based curriculum that include an appreciation for language, literature, listening, speaking, reading, and writing. In addition, we incorporate physical activity to build engagement and collaboration.

Children are separated by grade level. Activities and lessons are developmentally appropriate for their grade level. All staff is DCFS licensed and trained in CPR/First Aid and Child Abuse Prevention. All staff have 15 hours of training yearly in child development, classroom management, safety, and other related topics. The YMCA follows a 1:12 ratio of staff to student.

Always prevalent in our programs are the YMCA character values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.

HEALTHY KIDS DAY Join us for Healthy Kids Day April 30, 2016! This is a free and open event full of fun, treats, and educational info regarding healthy kids and families. Put some play in your day! Activities bouncy house, kids fun run, crafts, snacks and more. Don't miss it!

Register for camp at Healthy Kids Day before the early bird summer day camp pricing ends!

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2016 YMCA Summer Overnight Camp

FUN & ADVENTURE START HERELooking for an overnight, resident camp experience for your child or your family this summer? The YMCA of Metro Chicago has five resident camp options in beautiful pristine areas sure to provide special memories to last a lifetime.

YMCA Camp DuncanSince 1921, Camp Duncan has provided safe, quality camping programs for boys and girls ages 7 to 15 and Teen Adventure Camps for 15 to 17 year olds. All activities are geared to the developmental level of the campers. Camp Duncan is a co-ed, summer resident camp located near Fox Lake, Illinois, on 300 acres.

YMCA Camp MacLeanCamp MacLean is located just two miles east of Burlington, Wisconsin, just 20 minutes from Lake Geneva, on 247 acres of woods and grassland property. The camp offers fun and challenging activities such as swimming, climbing, boating, kayaking, archery, hiking, and much more. We also leave room for plenty of traditional programs, including sing-alongs, campfires and campouts.

YMCA Camp PinewoodTraditional but up-to-date, Camp Pinewood features 16 cabins on a private, spring-fed lake, with every activity from sailing to horseback riding. The camp is nestled in the heart of the Manistee National Forest near Muskegon, Michigan. It’s convenient but remote enough to ensure that everyone enjoys the natural beauty of the camp’s 200-acre facility.

YMCA Family Camp NawakwaFamily Camp Nawakwa offers a unique experience- an opportunity to bring together whole families, not just children, through camping. The camp sits on 180 acres of pristine forest lands, and includes wetlands and lakes with abundant wildlife. The camp is nestled in Lac du Flambeau, Wisconsin, which is home to the Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Indians.

YMCA Camp IndependenceCamp Independence is a special place for campers age seven and up with spina bifida. At camp, kids become a community as they learn both how to be more independent and how to contribute to a group. We teach self-reliance, a love for nature, and the development of attitudes and practices that build character. Our counselors are dedicated to making sure camp is an amazing experience for every camper.

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