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Summer Camp

Registration for 2018 is coming in February! 

We know summer will be here before we know it! Until we’re ready to share what we’re cooking up for the summer, here is some general information if you’re curious! 
Registration Summer camp spaces are limited and therefore go quickly! Last year we were almost full after two weeks of registration being open, so please make sure to return your forms quickly.

Registration Facts & FAQs:

    • Applications will be available on this page in February.
    • The Campus Kids program is for rising 1st – 4th graders
    • There is a $50 non-refundable application fee for each child
    • Please see the updated Cancellation/Transfer Policy (charges apply for both cancellations and transfers once application is received)
    • Registration questions should be directed to Brittany Williams at bwilliams21@utk.edu.
Themes for 2018 Camper’s asked, and we listened! Summer camp theme weeks are back! We’ll have more information later this year, but previous campers will be excited to hear that they can look forward to a variety of awesome themes this coming summer. Parents can be exited that our commitment to providing stimulating and engaging curriculum with a focus on the whole child remains a priority as we are planning! If your camper has a suggestion for a theme week, we’d be glad to hear it! Let Dani know at campuskids@utk.edu!
Sample Camp Activities -Field trips to interesting sites within the Knoxville community
-Service learning work
-Camp songs, games, and rituals
-Intentional activities designed to connect children to the community and the idea of citizenship
-Book series study (Tales of Famous Americans and Tales of Famous Heroes as an example)
-Pool/Water play
-Time to explore a variety of materials and child-initiated activities (art, puzzles, games, Legos, books, etc.)
-Outdoor/Playscape time
Camp Staff

Coordinators:

  

Curriculum Specialists:
Dani Rose Thibus (current Media Coordinator and former ELC Kindergarten teacher/Summer Camp Coordinator) and Hannah Louderback (current ELC Kindergarten teacher) will support the planning of summer camp curriculum and associated activities.

Counselors: 
We are also in the process of curating a fabulous team of counselors for this upcoming summer! They will work closely with Dani, Hannah and Brittany to create a safe, positive, and fun camp community this summer. More information about our counselors to come as we learn more about summer schedules.
Schedule See chart above!
Tuition and Fees Application Fee: $50 per child (non-refundable)

 

2018 tuition rates coming soon!

Feel free to call us at 865-974-4062 or email us at campuskids@utk.edu with questions. We are looking forward to an engaging and fun summer already and hope you are too!

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