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| Dates/Hours of Operation: --> June 20th - August 26th --> Monday - Friday 9:00am - 1:30pm (daily rates available....NOTE with a daily program we cannot guarantee children will experience all available programming) Staff/Child Ratios: There will be a staff to child ratio of at least 1:10. Program Activities (for detailed information click here) Archery Sports Special Events Canoeing Swimming Lessons Crafts Recreational Swim Volleyball Ropes Course Rock Climbing Special Activities Environmental Education Family Nights *By Choosing a 1/2 day program YMCA Camp Harrington cannot guarantee the activities your child(ren) will partake in because our schedule varies day to day to allow us to provide children with a broad variety of activities while with us during the week. Telephones To call in a late camper or leave a message related to your child call (508) 869-0586. In an emergency if you cannot get through to us at (508) 869-0586, please call our 2nd line at (508) 869-6171. Any question regarding your child's registration or balance should be referred to Stephan Lockney at (508) 869-0586 Cell Phones/I=Phones/Blackberry/Etc. Campers are not allowed to have a mobile device at camp. If you need to reach your child you can contact the camp office and we will either bring the camp cell phone to your child or bring your child to the office. Visits/Tours Parents are encouraged to visit the camp during the camp day. All guests are required to register at the Camp Office and obtain a guest pass which is to be worn while visiting the camp. Pre-season or weekend visits may be arranged by calling Stephan Lockney at (508) 869 0586 Staff Qualifications (click here for a link to staff expectations) All staff meet or exceed DPH standards for summer camps. Program specialists have certifications and/or experience in their area of expertise. In addition, the staff complete an extensive 25 hour pre-camp training program (this program includes training on behavior management, child abuse prevention, etc.) Registration (click here for registration paperwork) All camp registrations are on a first come first serve basis. Children will be taken off the waitlist on an age basis (i. e. if a 2nd grade child drops out of camp, the first 2nd grade child on the waitlist will be called). The reason for this is to maintain appropriate camp staff/camper ratios for DPH standards. Refunds/Tax Information All refunds must be approved by Stephan Lockney. If you use camp as child care in order to work you may qualify for a federal income tax credit up to 20%. The YMCA tax exempt number is: 04-2105885 Suggested Items for Camp Lunch (refrigeration not available), snacks, beverages, bathing suit (or wear bathing suit to camp), towel, sunscreen, bug repellent, sweatshirt. Label all items and clothing with your child's name. The YMCA is not responsible for lost or stolen items. The YMCA needs your WRITTEN permission to apply bug spray or sunscreen to your child. Counselor Appreciation Fund (CAF) YMCA Camp Harrington has a Parent Advisory Board of camp moms/dads that help drive camp. In 2002 they established a counselor appreciation fund for the staff that work at Harrington each Summer. If you wish to make a donation you may do so during camp at a Family Night or you may send a donation to YMCA Camp Harrington with a note re: counselor appreciation fund. All funds go towards a small thank you gift for ALL staff each summer at our Formal Staff Dinner. Lunch Each camper must bring their own lunch to camp. It is recommended that an ice pack is put into the lunch. LUNCHES ARE NOT REFRIGERATED DO NOT SEND PERSIHABLES. Also, lunch boxes will keep your camper's lunch from getting squashed during transportation. At Lunch, each group will have an opportunity to go to the camp store to purchase soda, ice cream, and snacks. Payments Camp Store The camp store is open every day during lunch. All campers have an opportunity to purchase snacks and drinks during lunch. The store sells the following items: Juice; Water; Popsicles, Ice Tea; Chips. Other snacks, ice cream, and frozen products are available. Camper Group Assignments Campers are assigned to groups according to the grade in school they've completed as of June 2010. Groups are coed and range in size based on the grade level of the campers. Children can request to be in the same group as a friend provided that both children are in the same grade and the Camp Director is notified prior to the camp season. If by chance the request is not accommodated, please call (508) 869-0586 and we will do our best to make the switch will occur the next day of camp. Camp Attendance Attendance is taken in every group each morning. If your child is going to be absent or late to camp, please call the camp phone at (508) 869-0586, (508) 869-6171 or send a written note to camp prior to the absence or late arrival. We will call the family of any child who is absent from camp without prior notification. Valuable Personal Items DO NOT SEND THEM TO CAMP. Campers should not bring or wear any valuable personal articles such as expensive footwear, watches, radio, electronic games, trading cards, athletic equipment, key chains, or toys. Camp is not responsible for any items lost/stolen on camp property. Lost & Found Lost items are kept outside the Camp Office. Parents are welcome to check for missing articles of clothing. After 2 weeks unclaimed items will be washed and donated to a local shelter. The YMCA is not responsible for lost or stolen items. ARRIVAL/PICKUP of CAMPERS As a parent/guardian you are responsible for the welfare of your child before he/she is dropped off at camp or picked up at a bus stop. Once at camp or on the bus your child will be in the care of YMCA Camp Harrington staff. In the afternoon, campers will not be released from camp or off the bus unless a previously designated parent/guardian is present at camp or at the bus stop. Parent/Guardian must have a picture ID in order to sign campers out. Campers may walk home from the bus or camp only if the YMCA receives written permission at least one day in advance or camp has on file a walk slip. EMERGENCY/WEATHER NECESSARY PICKUPS If a child needs to leave camp due to an emergency or weather emergency, parents will be contacted by the Camp Director or staff and notified to bring ID to the set location (e.g. Camp Harrington, Greendale YMCA, Worcester Sr. Center, Boylston Elementary School, etc.) If your child’s bus breaks down or has an emergency, parents will be contacted by YMCA staff or the Camp Director as to the new arrival time or location. The ratio of staff to campers on the bus will be no less than 1:25 General Discipline Policy Discipline and guidance shall be consistent and based upon an understanding of the individual needs and development of a child. Camp Harrington directs discipline to the goal of maximizing growth and development of the children and for protecting the groups and individuals within it. Prohibitions: I-Corporal punishment, including spanking, is prohibited 2-No camper shall be subjected to cruel or severe punishment, humiliation, or verbal abuse 3-No camper shall be denied food or shelter as a form of punishment 4-No child shall be punished for soiling, wetting, or not using the toilet. Background Checks & Health Care Policies and Grievance Procedures If a parent/guardian wishes to view the YMCAs background check policy or health care policy you may request copies from the Camp Director. Families wishing to file a grievance they may contact the camp director and setup a time for a parent conference to discuss the matter and file a grievance. Parents are also welcome to contact the Executive Director at the Greendale YMCA to file a grievance. Weapons /Animals Weapons and Animals are contraband for YMCA Camp Harrington. Any staff/parent/camper on site with a weapon will be immediately removed from camp. Any animal brought to camp will remain at the camp office and held until it is picked up. If a stray local animal is found on camp, Boylston animal control will be called to collect the animal. STAFF BABY-SITTING POLICY All staff agree as a term of employment to not be alone with YMCA youth or program participants outside of YMCA program or facilities. (i.e. baby-sitting, taking children on trips, having them in their homes when others are not present, etc.) Camp Cancellation Any cancellation or delay of the camp day will be advertised on WXLO 104.5, WSRS 96.1, and WTAG 580AM. Camp would only be cancelled or delayed due to extreme weather conditions or other major emergencies. Camp Harrington has adequate shelter to run a FULL rainy day program. Scholarship Assistance Camp scholarships are available for those in need of assistance. Please call Steve @ Camp Harrington at (508) 869 0586 Gratuities In order to help encourage equal treatment of all children, gratuities to staff and/or volunteers are prohibited. Gratuities include monetary and/or expensive gifts. Any gratuities received will be applied to the YMCA's Youth Support Scholarship Fund in the receiver's name Alumni and Parents Associations YMCA Camp Harrington has both an Alumni Association and a Parents Association. If you are interested in finding out more information please contact Steve Lockney at (508) 335-5696 or slockney@ymcaofcm.orgTelephones To call in a late camper or leave a message related to your child call (508) 869-0586. In an emergency if you cannot get through to us at (508) 869-0586, please call our 2nd line at (508) 869-6171. |
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