2026 Summer Day Camp

Registration for Summer Day Camp at the Newberry County Family YMCA is now open! Registration can be done at the front desk of the YMCA or the link above. Campers must be between 5 and 13 years old. 

​​

​​​Campers will experience new themes each week of summer camp filled with learning, fun activities, and field trips.​

• Theme-Centered Activities

• Camp Readers and Math Skills

• Hands-on Science activities

• Outdoor Activities

• Exciting Field Trips

• Emphasis on Healthy Living​

 

CLOTHING AND PERSONAL ITEMS
To help your camper feel comfortable and ready for a fun day of play:
Dress campers in comfortable, weather-appropriate play clothes that
can get dirty.
Campers must wear closed-toed shoes with good support (tennis shoes
work best).
Label all items, including swimsuits, towels, lunchboxes, jackets, etc.
Campers should bring a swimsuit and towel every day, as we often have water activities even when it is not a scheduled swim day.
 

BACKPACK
Each camper will receive a labeled backpack provided by the Y.
Please help your camper learn to recognize their backpack and personal items.
 

MEALS & SNACKS
Breakfast
Breakfast is not provided by the Y.
You may send breakfast if your child arrives before 7:45 AM.
Please avoid fast-food items. If necessary, they must be placed in a Ziploc bag.
 

Lunch
Lunch is provided through the summer feeding program.
If your child does not want the provided meal, you may send a lunch
from home. Include an ice pack.
Do not send items that need heating or microwaving.
 

Snacks
A daily snack is provided by the Y.
Please avoid fast-food items. If necessary, they must be
placed in a Ziploc bag.

What Not To Bring
Camp is a place to unplug, explore, and stay active.
Please do not send:

• Cell phones, tablets, handheld gaming devices

• Kindles, MP3 players, iPods

• Pokémon/trading cards, toys, or valuables

These items are easily lost or damaged, and the Y is not responsible for personal belongings.

​​

ABSENCES
Absences happen—illness, emergencies, vacations, etc.
We do not prorate for missed days.
If your child attends one day, the full week’

s tuition is required.

ALLERGIES
List all allergies on your child’

s registration form.
This helps us keep your camper safe throughout the day.

Arrival & Departure Procedures:

AUTHORIZED PICK-UP
Only individuals listed on your camper’s registration form may pick up.
Any changes must be submitted in writing (email is acceptable).
DROP-OFF
7:00 AM – 9:00 AM
Please aim for drop-off before 8:00 AM so campers do not miss
morning activities.

If arrival will be after 9:00 AM, please notify Bailey in advance.
PICK-UP
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM curbside pickup
If picking up earlier, an authorized adult must come inside.
CUSTODY
Provide court documentation for any custody restrictions.

​

BEHAVIOR EXPECTATIONS
We aim to create a camp environment that is welcoming, safe, and fun for all.
YMCA House Rules:

• Speak for yourself.

• Listen to others.

• Avoid put-downs.

• Take responsibility for your actions.

• Show respect—everyone matters.

General Camp Rules

• Stay with your group unless given permission.

• Use appropriate language.

• Keep hands and feet to yourself.

• Be respectful of others’ belongings.

• Follow all bus safety rules (remain seated, hands inside windows, quiet at railroad

• crossings).

• Take care of the facility—clean up after yourself.

• Shirts must stay on at all times.

• No toys, valuables, or electronics.

Communication

• Campers are encouraged to self-report problems to their counselor.

• Behavior logs are kept, and parents will be notified as needed.

• Examples of Inappropriate Behavior

• Leaving the group or refusing to participate safely

• Disrespect, foul language, or disrupting others

• Ignoring safety instructions

• Rough or unsafe physical contact

• Depending on severity, parents may be contacted immediately, and campers may

• be suspended or dismissed.

• No refunds are given for disciplinary absence.

Immediate suspension or dismissal may occur for:

• Endangering others

• Leaving the program or group without permission

• Inappropriate touching or misconduct

• Theft or property damage

• Threats, harassment, bullying

• Physical aggression (hitting, kicking, biting, etc.)

• Gang-related behavior

• Any form of sexual or abusive behavior

• Each situation is reviewed by the Camp Director to determine appropriate action.

 

AT THE YMCA, WE USE OUR CORE VALUES OF CARING, RESPONSIBILITY, RESPECT, AND HONESTY TO GUIDE OUR CAMP ENVIRONMENT, CAMPER

BEHAVIOR, AND HOW WE HANDLE DISCIPLINE.

​

​BULLYING POLICY
The Y enforces a zero-tolerance policy for all bullying, including:

• Teasing, excluding, threatening, or intimidating

• Physical aggression

• Spreading rumors or gossip

• Cyberbullying (texts, messages, etc.)

Staff are trained to recognize and respond to bullying quickly so every camper has a
positive experience.
DISCIPLINE PROCEDURES
Our goal is to teach self-control and positive choices.
1.Counselor and child have a one-on-one conversation.
2.Child may sit out briefly; parent is notified.
3.Director contacts parent/guardian.
4.Parent meeting with the Director to create a plan moving forward.
Serious incidents (harm, threats, harassment, etc.) may result in immediate suspension or dismissal.
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Sick children must be picked up within 45 minutes of notification.
Children must be symptom-free for 24 hours before returning (fever, vomiting, diarrhea, contagious illness).
Prescription medication requirements:

• Original labeled container

• Completed Y medication form

• Doctor’s note with dosage instructions

• Staff must be informed if your child carries an epi-pen or inhaler.

INCIDENT & ACCIDENT REPORTS
If your child is injured or involved in an incident, staff will complete a report.
Parents will be contacted for anything requiring further attention.

​

PAYMENTS, CHANGES & REFUNDS
Weekly tuition is due each Friday before the week of attendance.
If a family becomes two weeks behind, the camper may not attend until caught up.
Scholarships may be available—applications must be approved before reduced rates
begin.
SWIMMING
Campers swim on designated days (weather permitting).
Bring a swimsuit and towel daily.
Swim tests are required for deep-end access.
Lifejackets may be required based on height and skill.
WEATHER PROCEDURES
Light rain: Activities continue—send dry clothes and a poncho.
Thunderstorms/severe weather: We move indoors until safe.
All camps follow YMCA emergency procedures.

​