Day Camp
In keeping with The Salvation Army Ray & Joan Kroc Corps Community Center Mission Statement, the Day Camp program provides children of all ability levels the opportunity to play and grow in a positive and safe environment. We strive to develop the whole child- mentally, physically, and emotionally- through structured group activities that aid in socialization and self-confidence through exploration and adventure.
The Salvation Army Kroc Center is a proud program partner of the National Inclusion Project, ensuring all children have access to recreation programs.
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Summer Day Camp 2010 Information
Day Camp Food Drive- Weeks 1 & 2. Camp groups will compete to bring in the most non-perishable food or necessity items during weeks 1 & 2. The camp group that brings in the most items will receive a prize on Friday. (Note: our food pantry is most in need of protein items: beans or canned tuna and baby materials: diapers, baby food, etc.)
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Day Camp Forms
Change of Authorization Form
Medical Information Form
Inclusion In-Take Form
Day Camp Cancellation Policy
Request for In-House Credit (Cancellation Form)
Summer Day Camp Scholarships
The Kroc Center’s Family Resource Center (FRC) provides scholarships to Summer Day Camp and other programs for families needing financial assistance. Visit www.kroccenter.org/family-services for a complete listing of services available through the FRC.
Scholarship Application Deadlines:
Weeks 1-4: Thursday, May 6, 2010
Weeks 5-7: Thursday, June 3, 2010
Weeks 8-11: Thursday, June 24, 2010
Summer Day Camp Scholarship Application Packet
Summer Enrichment Program NEW!!
The Kroc Center Day Camp has partnered with Sylvan Learning of La Mesa to offer an academic enrichment program during Summer Day Camp. Starting Week 2, sessions are offered in mathemetics and reading comprehension, with a writing workshop offered for a limited time mid-summer. All sessions will take place in the Education Center following regular camp hours, from 4:15p.m. - 5:45p.m.
A complete list of Summer Enrichment Program offerings and sessions is available on the registration form. All fees are due at the time of enrollment. Campers enrolled in the Summer Enrichment Program do not need to register for Extended Care for early drop-off or late pick-up. Enrollment in Day Camp is not required to register for this program; parents who are not enrolling children in Summer Day Camp are asked to complete page 2 of the Summer Camp registration form.
Summer Enrichment Program 2010
Junior Leaders
Junior Leaders Training- Teen Leadership Development
Ages 14 - 17
Junior Leaders explore various facets of what it takes to be a leader in the community and among peers. The training will help teens learn what great leaders say & do, participating in fun & interesting activities to help practice saying & doing these things. A high & low ropes course experience will focus on developing leadership skills relevant to supervising children in a camp setting, followed by valuable debrief sessions to facilitate the transference of new knowledge to everyday life. The training includes a full orientation to the Kroc Center venues, CPR & First Aid training, and child abuse awareness training.
After successfully completing the training, teens may enroll in up to 9 weeks of Junior Leaders volunteering in the Kroc Center Day Camp, putting their new leadership skills to practice. Teens are mentored by experienced camp counselors, assisting with activity leadership and connecting with the children. Projects may also include planning and organizing special camper activities and experiencing the behind-the-scenes aspects of camp.
Application Process
Interested teens should submit the following to the Gymnasium Guest Services Desk by Friday, June 18, 2010. Space is limited; applications are accepted on a first come, first serve basis and must be complete to be considered.
- Jr. Leaders Application Form (2-sides)
- (1) one-page letter of interest
- (1) letter of recommendation from a teacher, coach, counselor or other adult role model
Offered: Summer Week 2 (June 28 - July 2) FULL
Summer Week 5 (July 19 - 23) FULL
Day/ Time: Monday - Friday/ 8:00a.m. - 4:00p.m.
Fee: FREE/ Members & Guests
Junior Leaders Volunteers
Ages 14 - 17
Teens must register for & successfully complete Junior Leaders Training in order to volunteer at Summer Day Camp.
Offered: Summer Weeks 2 - 11 (See Summer Day Camp Guide for dates)
Day/ Time: Monday - Friday/ 8:00a.m. - 4:00p.m.
Fee: FREE/ Members & Guests
Day Camp Photos
Click on the “Media” link on the left, then click on the album covers below to view the photos. You must be the Kroc Center Day Camp’s contact on Flickr to view our photos. Follow these simple instructions to have access to our photos:
1. Create a FREE Flickr account.
2. Search for “kroccentersd” on Flickr.
3. Send a message to Kroccentersd, titled “Please make me a friend,” including your name and your camper’s name.
4. After Day Camp staff has confirmed your identity, you will be given full access to view Day Camp photos.
