Summer 2016
Parent/Guardian Guide
Table of Contents
Welcome to the UCCS Rec Kids Summer 2016 Camp! ......................................................... 4
Camp Information .................................................................................................................... 4
Mission ...................................................................................................................................................... 4
Our Goals .................................................................................................................................................. 4
Contact Information ................................................................................................................................... 5
Contacting Your Child During Camp ......................................................................................................................5
Contacting the Manager or Coordinator of Camps ..............................................................................................5
Staff ........................................................................................................................................................... 5
Camp Sessions and Themes................................................................................................... 6
Offerings .................................................................................................................................................... 6
Theme Descriptions .................................................................................................................................. 6
Fitness & Sports ....................................................................................................................................................6
Earth & Science .....................................................................................................................................................6
Creativity Inc. ........................................................................................................................................................6
Colorado Living .....................................................................................................................................................6
Junior Outdoor Adventurer...................................................................................................................................6
Registration .............................................................................................................................. 7
Fees .......................................................................................................................................................... 7
Summer Camp Discounts ......................................................................................................................... 7
Summer Camp Deposits ........................................................................................................................... 7
Financial Assistance/Vouchers ................................................................................................................. 8
Registration Procedure ........................................................................................................... 8
Forms to Submit ........................................................................................................................................ 8
How to Register ......................................................................................................................................... 8
Payment Policies ..................................................................................................................... 9
Summer Camp .......................................................................................................................................... 9
Summer Camp Late or Missing Payments ............................................................................................................9
Waitlist Procedures ...............................................................................................................................................9
Payment Methods.................................................................................................................................................9
Refunds ................................................................................................................................................... 10
Rec Kids EIN ........................................................................................................................................... 10
Camp Operating Procedures ..................................................................................................10
Camp Rules ............................................................................................................................................ 10
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Valuables................................................................................................................................................. 10
Medication ............................................................................................................................................... 11
Accidents and Emergencies.................................................................................................................... 11
Illness ...................................................................................................................................................... 11
Other Absences ...................................................................................................................................... 11
Discipline ................................................................................................................................................. 11
The Camp Day ........................................................................................................................................ 12
Daily Schedule .....................................................................................................................................................12
Camp Location and Parking .................................................................................................................... 12
Picture ID required .................................................................................................................................. 13
Camper Checklist .................................................................................................................................... 13
Clothing and Shoes .............................................................................................................................................13
Lunch and Snacks ................................................................................................................................................13
Sun Protection ....................................................................................................................................................13
Campus Map ........................................................................................................................................... 14
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Welcome to the UCCS Rec Kids
Summer 2016 Camp!
Dear Rec Kids Families:
We would like to personally thank each of you for your participation and loyalty to the Rec Kids
Camp program! Our continued success is all thanks to our wonderful families. We are
committed to providing your child with a quality, safe, well-rounded recreation experience.
UCCS Rec Kids Camp program offers children a variety of activities each day such as sports,
swimming, arts & crafts, group games, nutrition sessions, super sciences, outdoor learning and
play; assuring you that your child will have fun!
Your child will develop relationships with other campers as well as the counselors, as they
experience and discover the world around them. Both small and large group activities will allow
your child to learn the importance of valuing diversity, being a team player and leading by
example. Each session includes a field trip and special theme which allows your child to grow in
mind and body.
Camp Information
Mission
Our mission is to provide your child with an exciting, well-rounded recreation experience. Rec
Kids Camp is structured to emphasize your child’s development and education while promoting
healthy lifestyles among school-aged children.
Our Goals
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To help each child develop to his/her fullest potential, focusing on self-confidence and a
positive self-image.
To provide developmentally appropriate activities which promote life-long learning of
recreational and sports skills.
To deliver the program in a positive camp environment where the safety and security of
the children is a top priority.
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Contact Information
Contacting Your Child During Camp
If you have an emergency and need to contact your child during the camp, call the Recreation
and Wellness Center front desk at 719-255-7515. We will get the message to your child as
promptly as possible.
Contacting the Manager or Coordinator of Camps
If the Manager or Coordinator of Camps is unavailable, please leave a message and we will get
back to you as soon as possible.
719-255-7515
719-255-7514
Recreation and Wellness Center Front Desk
Recreation and Wellness Center Fax Number
reckids@uccs.edu
Main Rec Kids Email Address
Rec Kids Camp
Recreation and Wellness Center
1420 Austin Bluffs Pkwy.
Colorado Springs, CO 80918
Mailing Address
719-255-7513
mbarger@uccs.edu
Mallory Barger
Manager of Competitive Sports and Youth
Programs
719-255-3429
scook5@uccs.edu
Skyler Cook
Coordinator of Competitive Sports
mwilley@uccs.edu
Mariah Willey
Program Assistant; Youth Programs
Staff
Camp is under the supervision of recreation professional staff members and camp mentors. All
mentors are college students. Each staff member is First Aid/CPR/AED certified, and CDC
Heads Up concussion recognition certified. All camp staff will go through at least two rounds of
interviews, reference checks, an annual sex offender registry check and must pass mandatory
background checks. The camper-to-staff ratio is never more than 9:1.
Other topics included in staff training include but are not limited to: bullying prevention and
recognition, child development, special needs accommodations, sensitive subjects, discipline,
conflict resolution, communicable diseases, supervision standards, child abuse recognition and
reporting and active listening.
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Camp Sessions and Themes
Offerings
Session
Date
Theme
Ages
Session 1
Session 2
Session 3
Session 4
Junior
Outdoor
Adventurer
June 6 – June 10
June 20 – 24
July 25 – 29
August 8 –12
July 11- July 15
Fitness & Sports
Earth and Science
Creativity Inc.
Colorado Living
Outdoor Exploration
5 years – 12 years
5 years – 12 years
5 years – 12 years
5 years – 12 years
11 years and up
All sessions will have similar games and activities, but the themes will be reflected in the weekly
field trips, and interactive activities.
Theme Descriptions
Fitness & Sports
This week we emphasize on staying fit and having fun! Basketball, soccer, and grass volleyball
are just a few of the various sports we will be playing. We will also head down the road to the
Olympic Training Center for a tour of the facility!
Earth & Science
Become a scientist for the week! We will build electric powered rockets, learn how to plant
vegetables at home, and observe the wildlife critters of the Fountain Creek Nature Center.
Creativity Inc.
There are so many ways to be creative, whether it’s building a fort, learning a couple tricks in
the kitchen, or painting with shaving cream. Each camper will get a chance to flex their brain
muscle and create something unique!
Colorado Living
Join us in exploring what our Colorado backyard has to offer! A thrilling week filled with hiking
and exploring local trails such as Palmer Park and Pulpit Rock. Colorado Living is a great
alternative to our Junior Adventurer Program or an introduction to some outdoor activities.
Junior Outdoor Adventurer
This program is an outdoor intensive week full of incredible activities around Colorado. We will
be taking the kids on an all-day guided rafting trip in Bighorn Sheep Canyon. Rock Climbing,
Hiking, and Rappelling are just of few of the other wild things we will be doing! The staff for this
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camp will be trained guides who will help your children excel and build confidence in the
outdoors.
*This program is tailored towards an older age group of campers due to the intensity and pace
of the activities.
Registration
Fees
Member of
Recreation and
Wellness
Non-Member of
Recreation and
Wellness
Rec Kids Camp
Sessions 1-4 (5-12yrs)
$170/child*
$200/child
Rec Kids Junior Outdoor
Adventurer Camp (1115yrs)
$280/child*
$300/child
Fees
Discounts Available
10% additional
siblings (after 1st
child),
5% off for UCCS
faculty and staff
10% additional
siblings (after 1st
child),
5% off for UCCS
faculty and staff
*to qualify for the member rate, the parent or guardian must already possess or purchase a
UCCS Recreation and Wellness Center membership at the time of camp registration. The
shortest membership we will accept for a family to receive the member rate is a three (3) month
membership.
* only one type of discount may be used, discounts may not be used together.
Summer Camp Discounts
After the first child, all additional siblings receive a 10% discount on the cost of summer camp
registration. Siblings must be registered in the same summer camp week to receive the
discount. UCCS employees, students and alumni are also eligible to receive a discount on camp
registration based on a qualifying Recreation and Wellness Center membership. UCCS faculty
and staff is also eligible for a 5% discount per child.
Summer Camp Deposits
At the time of summer camp registration, parents/guardians may elect to pay the entire balance
or just the deposits. A non-refundable $30 deposit per child, per week will reserve a camper’s
spot. The deposit will be deducted from the total camp fees.
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Financial Assistance/Vouchers
Unfortunately at this time, Rec Kids does not offer financial assistance or accept vouchers.
Registration Procedure
Parents/guardians may enroll their child(ren) until all sessions are filled. Reservations are
accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis. Rec Kids reserves the right to cancel reservations for
non-payment and for children that pose disciplinary problems in camp.
Forms to Submit
Parents are highly encouraged to call the front desk (719-255-7515) to check program
availability prior to filling out any forms. All forms can be found on our website:
http://www.uccs.edu/recwellness/campus-rec/rec-kids/summer-camps.html
Campers with incomplete or missing forms will not be permitted to participate in Rec Kids
Camp. Forms include: Camp Registration and Waiver form (online only).
In addition, parents with children who will need camp staff to administer medications during
camp hours must submit a Medication authorization form. Please call us at 719-255-7513 or
719-255-3429 so we may ensure that we can accommodate your child’s medication
administration. Late enrollments require that all paperwork and forms be completed prior to the
child’s participation in the program. All forms are due two weeks prior to the first day of the
camp session/program.
How to Register
You may register for camp at our website on our online registration form at:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1sDe0GUMfskMoekT0ncaj_4l_cfXZxOtjOim5uc2J-h8/viewform
Payment may be done over the phone or in person for credit cards, and checks may also be
sent via snail mail.
UCCS Recreation and Wellness Center
Campus Recreation
1420 Austin Bluffs Pkwy
Colorado Springs, CO 80918
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Payment Policies
Summer Camp
All balance payments for summer camp are due two (2) weeks prior to the first day of the camp
week. All payments must be received before your child may participate in the program.
Summer Camp Late or Missing Payments
Rec Kids Camp will send reminder emails for outstanding payments leading up to each camp
week. Following the payment due date, families with missing payments may result in the
forfeiture of the reservation. Late payments received will be assessed a $10 fee per child, per
week.
Waitlist Procedures
Summer camp enrollment fills quickly, and unfortunately we will not be able to offer immediate
enrollment after this point. As a result, prospective campers may be placed on the waitlist. Each
session of camp is a separate waitlist. If a camper is placed on a waitlist:
 A deposit or payment is not required at the time.
 The parent of guardian will still need to provide relevant information (Parent
name/email/phone number and camper name/DOB/gender).
 If a spot opens up, the Manager of Camps will contact the family by phone. In order to
be respectful of others on the waitlist, a family will have two business days to make a
decision whether or not to accept the spot.
o Should a parent/guardian be contacted on the Thursday prior to the camp week,
he or she will have until Friday at 4pm to decide.
 If you find other care for the summer, please call us at 719-255-7513 to remove your
camper from the waitlist(s).
Payment Methods
Campus Recreation accepts cash, check and credit cards (Visa, Mastercard). Please write
checks to "UCCS Campus Recreation".
In-person:
UCCS Recreation and Wellness Center
1420 Austin Bluffs Parkway
Colorado Springs, CO 80918
Phone (Credit Card Only after Online Registration has been completed and confirmed): (719)
255-7515
Snail mail:
Summer Camp Registration
Attn: Mallory Barger
UCCS Recreation and Wellness Center
1420 Austin Bluffs Parkway
Colorado Springs, CO 80918
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Refunds
Parents requesting a refund 14 days or more prior to the camp week will be given a 100%
refund minus the $30 non-refundable deposit. Refunds requested inside of the 14 days prior to
the camp week will receive a 50% refund. Refunds during the camp week will not be given. For
check payments and cash payments over $80, please allow two to four weeks for a refund
check to be mailed.
Rec Kids EIN
For those who wish to claim Rec Kids expenses for tax purposes, please use the University of
Colorado EIN Number: 84-6000555
Camp Operating Procedures
Camp Rules
Our camp rules are based around creating a safe and respectful atmosphere for everybody.
1. Respect fellow campers and camp staff.
a. Be friendly, include others, keep hands and bodies to yourself, follow
directions & listen.
2. Respect the camp building & property.
a. No running through the halls, yelling in the hallways, damaging sport
equipment etc.
3. Have good sportsmanship.
a. Encourage teammates, but also have respect for your competition, win or
lose.
4. HAVE FUN!
Valuables
We ask that before bringing your child to camp, you make sure that they have left all valuable
items at home. UCCS and its’ staff will not be responsible for lost or stolen items.
The following items should be left at home:
 Cellphones
 Handheld Video Games
 Ipod or MP3 player
 Tablets
 Digital Cameras
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We understand that some parents may feel more comfortable if your child has a cellphone in
their possession. If this is the case please let someone from the camp staff know, and we will
handle the situation accordingly.
Medication
All medications to be administered by Rec Kids staff must be communicated to the program
manager (Mallory Barger), or the program assistant. A medical authorization form must be filled
out prior to submitting medication. If your child’s medication requires specific directions, please
contact Mallory Barger for a meeting to discuss the details of the medication.
Accidents and Emergencies
In the case of an emergency or accident involving your child, you will be contacted following
notification of the appropriate emergency personnel. All camp staff members have current CPR,
AED, and First Aid certifications. Should the parents/guardians be unavailable, the emergency
contact listed will be contacted. UCCS employs a campus public safety department that
monitors all campus activities on a daily basis.
Illness
If your child should become ill while at camp, you will be notified immediately. Based on the
severity of the illness, we may ask you to pick up your child from camp. Parents/Guardians will
be notified immediately and asked to pick up your child if they present with a fever, nausea or
vomiting. For the health and well-being of the rest of the children and staff at camp, we ask for
your discretion on bringing your child to camp if he/she is ill.
Other Absences
In the instance that your child must miss camp for other reasons, please let us know ahead of
time so that we can plan accordingly. However, keep in mind that we do not offer refunds for
days/hours not attended.
Discipline
Rec Kids Camp Staff understands that every camper may have a difficult experience on
occasion. Our goal is to quickly resolve any conflicts and keep your child involved in the
activities. The Rec Kids Camp Staff will adhere to the following guidelines and procedures:
 Step 1: Verbal Warning- The camper will be notified of his or her behavior and given
cues to correct the behavior.
 Step 2: Time-out- The camper will sit out of an activity for a predetermined amount of
time. Following the time-out, the staff member will address the situation with the child,
give him or her cues on how to correct the behavior, and communicate further
consequences should the child continue the behavior.
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Step 3: Trip to the Camp Office- The staff member and camper will meet with camp
administrators to discuss the camper’s behavior and future consequences. The staff will
complete a discipline form that will be given to a parent upon pick up.
Step 4: Camper/Parent/Staff Meeting- The Coordinator of the program will contact the
parent or guardian of the child to arrange a meeting. The forms of discipline as well as
the behavior associated will be discussed with the child and parent. All parties involved
will try and put together a plan for the camper’s future behavior.
Step 5: Suspension/Expulsion- If behavior persists, the parent will be called to pick-up
the camper. Suspensions will range from the remainder of a day to multiple days or
expulsion.
Rec Kids Camp reserves the right to skip any of these steps depending on the severity of
the situation.
The Camp Day
Daily Schedule
7:30am-7:59am
8:00am
10:15am
Noon
12:45pm
3:00pm
5:00pm
5:15pm
5:20pm
Child drop-off begins and free
play
Structured camp activities and sessions
start
Snack
Lunch/Recreation Time
Structured camp activities and sessions
start
Snack
Parent pick-up starts
Camp day officially ends
Late pick-up policy enforced
Camp Location and Parking
The official camp location is the UCCS Recreation and Wellness Center, 1420 Austin Bluffs
Parkway, Colorado Springs, CO 80918. Parking is available in the Alpine Garage off of
Mountain Lion Way and Stanton Rd. It is monitored and ticketed by UCCS Public Safety.
Parents and authorized parties must park in the designated visitor parking spots only. These
spots will not be ticketed during camp drop off and pick up times. Failure to do so may result in
a ticket, for which Campus Recreation will not be held responsible. For a detailed visitor parking
map please visit the following website:
http://www.uccs.edu/Documents/pts/parking/uccs_parking_map_2015.pdf
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Picture ID required
Only registered and authorized parents and parties can pick up and drop off campers. A
government issued picture ID must be presented at the time of pick up or drop-off. No
exceptions.
Late pick-up policy. The late pick-up policy is in effect 5 minutes following the conclusion of
camp. A $1 fee will be charged for every minute an authorized parent or party is late. Fees are
payable immediately upon arrival at the camp location.
Inclement weather. Summer camp staff will move planned outside activities and sessions
indoors in case of inclement weather. If field trips are affected by inclement weather and can no
longer take place, comparable programs and activities are planned. Refunds will not be issued if
field trips are canceled.
Camper Checklist
Campers must bring the following every day:
 Swim suit and towel
 Two snacks (morning and afternoon)
 Lunch: full-day campers
 Athletic clothing
 Athletic, closed toe shoes
 Backpack with extra clothing
Clothing and Shoes
Children should come to camp prepared for a full day of activity. For each day, children should
have comfortable athletic shoes, and appropriate clothing for physical activity. A spare change
of clothes is also recommended for after swim time.
Lunch and Snacks
Parents must provide lunch and two snacks every day. We will make sure that your child is
staying hydrated by taking plenty of water breaks throughout the day. A water bottle is highly
recommended. There are plenty of water fountains around the facility to refill bottles throughout
the day.
Sun Protection
We suggest that you pack sunscreen for your child, due to the fact that many children are
sensitive to certain brands and formulas. We will have plenty of sunscreen on site to make sure
everybody is getting the sufficient protection.
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Campus Map
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