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St. Nicholas Summer Camp Program
The St. Nicholas Summer Camp Program is a comprehensive school-age program licensed with the Department of Education. St. Nicholas maintains all standards for the safety and well-being of the children enrolled.

Our program challenges the imagination, stimulates creativity, encourages self-directed initiative, and develops leadership skills in children. Fun opportunities for learning by discovery through active child-centered experiences are an important part of the program.
St. Nicholas staff members are trained to help children set limits, develop self-control, and foster friendships that promote trust, sharing, and openness.
Summer Camp Mission
Application Criteria
Enrollment
Admission
Camp Leadership Program - Ages 13-15
Basic Camp Schedule
Basic Camp Application
Camp Fee Schedule Weekly Calendar
Enrichment Classes
Summer Camp Mission
The mission and purpose of St. Nicholas summer camp is to provide a safe and fun summer learning experience for children, regardless of social or economic background, and to develop the whole child with physical, cultural, social, and intellectual activities.
Application Criteria
Download the application form
Acceptance of applicants will be considered according to the following criteria:
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Those attending 5 days per week. |
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Those requesting the greatest number of weeks during the summer. |
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Those currently or formerly enrolled in St. Nicholas School. |
All other applicants will be accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis. St. Nicholas School does not discriminate on the basis of handicap, age, race, religion, sex, national origin, or any other classification protected by federal or state constitutional and/or statutory law.
Enrollment
A child may enroll in the summer program for any amount of time. The camp fee and the supply fee are designed to cover all necessary expenses at the camp, as well as most field trips. Campers do not need to bring money to camp. The supply/ T-shirt fee is a one-time charge of $35.00. The account must always be kept current. If cancellation is made one week prior to scheduled date of attendance, 75% of the fee will be refunded. No refunds or credits will be given for cancellations received within one week of attendance. Please make all checks payable to St. Nicholas School and note on your check, "for summer program."
Admission
A child must have reached his/her fourth birthday by June 2nd. Incoming St. Nicholas students are eligible once they turn four. Every child is expected to conform to the rules and regulations of St. Nicholas School and show a spirit of loyalty to and cooperation with the school personnel. When you enroll in this program you are reserving the time, space, staff, and provisions for your child whether or not he/she attends. Therefore, St. Nicholas cannot deduct days missed from your fee.
Camp Leadership Program - Ages 13-15
We are offering a program for students who are ready to take that step from camper to Assistant Counselor. The student must be ready to assume modest responsibility, lead by example, and work well with others. Special recognitions and events are sure to make the Camp Leadership Program experience meaningful and memorable. If interested, please call Kevin Leckenby or Janita Bonner for more information. Two references and a paragraph indicating why you are interested will be requested.
Basic Camp Schedule - "A Day in the Life of a St. Nicholas Camper"
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8:45-9:00
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Camp Meeting - opening announcements, songs, flag raising
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9:00-12:00
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Small group activities / Enrichment classes
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12:00-12:30
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Lunch and supervised free play
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12:30-1:45
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Swimming** or small group activities
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1:45-3:30*
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Large group activities / Enrichment classes
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3:30-4:00
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Snack
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4:00-4:30
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Small group activities
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4:30-4:45
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Camp Meeting - closing reflections, songs, pickup may begin
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4:45-6:00
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After camp activities
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* The youngest campers (4-5 year-olds) will have a one- hour rest period between 12:30 and 3:00.
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** All campers will have scheduled swim times at least 2 times per week.
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Enrichment Classes
See the brochure for Enrichment classes which are add-ons to the regular basic day camp program. The enrichment classes are open to children who are regular summer day campers as well as children who are not participating in the basic day camp.
View the 2008 Enrichment Brochure.
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