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Rodeph Sholom School Day Camp

Rodeph Sholom School Day Camp is devoted to celebrating the joys of childhood. Our enthusiastic and compassionate staff are dedicated to providing a memorable, safe, and fun summer experience where children pursue passions while gaining new experiences. Our thoughtful, age appropriate programming enables children to grow as individuals and make lifelong friendships. This Summer, we believe kids need camp more than ever! More friendships than ever! More community building than ever! More connection making than ever! More activities than ever! More joy than ever! More ruach (spirit) than ever! More camp magic than ever!&nbsp; More FUN THAN EVER!&nbsp; &nbsp; Who We Are Rodeph Sholom School Day Camp engages children ages Three through 6th Grade through experiences that help build a positive sense of self, strong peer relationships, skill development in a range of areas, exposure to new and existing passions. We are a strong community that celebrates each individual. Our camp feels like home to all of our campers and staff. Our Mission Our strong culture and community allows each child to discover new passions, create life-long friendships, and find a strong sense of belonging Pursuit of Passion Elective Program All of our rising 1st through 6th graders will have a two-hour long elective period daily, which is a chance to pursue an old or new passion. At the beginning of each two week session, campers have a chance to sign up for their Pursuit of Passion elective, or if they&rsquo;d like, they can sign up for a mix of two passions to explore. After their Pursuit of Passion period ends in the morning, campers will return to their bunk group for a day full of sports, arts, swim, and more. Possible Pursuits of Passion programs include: - Sports (Floor Hockey, Soccer, Basketball, Skateboarding, Gymnastics, etc.) - Chess - Woodworking - Studio Arts - Hebrew - Performance Arts - Music (Rock band, DJing, Acapella) - Cooking - Business and Debate - Outdoor Adventure - Architecture - STEM Based Programming

Child's Play NY - Summer Camps

<div style="caret-color: #222222; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Summer 2022&nbsp;(In-Person Only)</div> <div style="caret-color: #222222; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Child&rsquo;s Play NY summer camps shine a spotlight on kids&rsquo; imagination and creativity. Budding thespians of all levels learn sophisticated theater techniques and are inspired to grow their bravery, imagination, and talents. This award-winning drama program is helmed by vibrant teaching artists using a games-based curriculum that supports collaboration and joy. Weekly themes tap into what kids love most with specific focuses like superheroes, mythology, Harry Potter, musicals, and more. Sessions culminate in a live or virtual showcase of scenes, songs, and original stories. In addition, the program prioritizes safety with plenty of outside activities, a 1:5 teacher to camper ratio, and small groups.&nbsp; Adventure Series | Ages 3-4 in Carroll Gardens | Half Day Players Series | Ages 5-6 in Carroll Gardens and Fort Greene | Full Day Showmakers Series | Ages 7-11 in Brooklyn Heights | Full Day Plus programs at Berkeley Carroll School</div> <div style="caret-color: #222222; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">&nbsp;</div> <div style="caret-color: #222222; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Learn more &amp; enroll at&nbsp;<a style="color: #1155cc;" href="http://childsplayny.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">childsplayny.com</a>.</div>

Dwight Summer Camp

Mix and match weeks &mdash; and make summer your own! We offer children ages 4-12 a wide range of age-appropriate creative, athletic, and action-packed activities! Campers can also focus on one area in our Specialty Camps, from dodgeball and tennis, to theater and performing arts. With swim instruction in our six-lane indoor pool, great trips, and Friday PJ-DJ parties, the fun never ends! We offer chaperoned bus transportation and extended day options. Learn more at an Open House, meet our team of Camp professionals, and see why Dwight Summer Camp is the right fit for your child! Open Houses: March 11, 3 pm; April 13, 5:30 pm (virtual); May 6, 3 pm Register for an Open House <a href="https://dwightsummercamp.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://dwightsummercamp.org/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1678381305752000&amp;usg=AOvVaw3px3zJN2Ske-QDJAX_pEGA">here</a>. Register for Camp <a href="https://dwightsummercamp.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://dwightsummercamp.org/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1678381305752000&amp;usg=AOvVaw3px3zJN2Ske-QDJAX_pEGA">here</a> and use code NYF23 to save 3%! We Believe in Summer!

Launch Math+Science Camp

<h1>Launch Math + Science Centers</h1> For more than 15 years, Launch Math + Science Centers have provided toddlers to tweens with inspiring math instruction and STEM-based camps and classes. Launch offers a true educational experience for students with small group sizes and big opportunities for learning. For Summer 2024, Launch Math + Science Centers offers exciting and educational one-week STEM summer camps for kids from kindergarten to 7th grade (5-12 years old). With a 4:1 camper-to-staff ratio, children at Launch&rsquo;s exciting specialty summer programs explore the adventures of archaeology, discover the details of robotics, reveal the wonders of chemical reactions &ndash; and that&rsquo;s just the beginning. Each week is jam-packed with hands-on STEM projects and fun camp activities. <h2>The Camp Day</h2> Each camp day kicks-off at 9:00 am and consists of designated educational segments that are designed to inspire. -STEM Projects (core lessons and builds tied to the theme of the week) -STEM Discoveries (challenge-based learning through problem-solving activities) -Active Adventures (a blend of tech and camp games in Central Park) -Math Mania! (engaging mathematics-based projects and activities) Standard dismissal is at 3:30 pm, with the option to extend to 5:00 pm. <h2>Weekly Camp Themes</h2> Juniors (K+1st Grade) I Wanna Be&hellip; A Marine Biologist! I Wanna Be&hellip; An Archaeologist! I Wanna Be&hellip; A Sports Doctor! I Wanna Be&hellip; A Techie! Kids (2nd-4th Grade) Coding + Animation Remarkable Robots + Marvelous Machines Potent Potions + Fizzing Formulas Rocket Science: Destination Mars Tweens (5th-7th Grade) Coding + Game Development Rockin' + Robotics Chaotic Chemical Reactions Architecture + Engineering <h2>Register Early, Save Big!</h2> Huge discounts for Early Bird enrollments. Register by March 31st and receive $200 off EVERY camp after the first. For well over a decade, Launch has delivered engaging STEM programs for children throughout New York City. Real-life rocket scientist, Scott Heifetz, founded Launch with one mission in mind: Inspire children to love and learn math and science!