2015 JCC Summer Camp Rishon

JCC CAMP 

RISHON 

2015 

Number one in summer fun!

It makes $ense to become a JCC member 

when your child attends summer camp! 

Save BIG and enjoy all that the JCC has to offer... 

Full-Facility (Fitness) Membership Rates 

Non-Fitness Member Rates 

TWO PARENT ONE PARENT TWO PARENT ONE PARENT 

$784 $570 $420 $318 

• Members save up to $59 each week of camp! 

• Sign up for 8 weeks, save a minimum of $368! 

• Members save up to $59 each week of camp! 

• Sign up for 8 weeks, save a minimum of $368! 

With the money saved, 

it’s like your membership now only costs: 

With the money saved, 

it’s like your membership now only costs: 

TWO PARENT ONE PARENT TWO PARENT ONE PARENT 

$416 $202 $52 Total cost covered! 

Check out these membership benefits! 

• Ability to sign up for Camp Aide and Counselor In Training 

program—only available to members. 

• Save $10 per day on Vacation Camp throughout the year. 

• Use of the pool after camp and on weekends for you and your 

family! 

• Discounts on parties including pool parties and gym parties with 

inflatables! 

• Discounts on private, semi-private and group swim lessons! 

• Discounts on year-round classes such as gymnastics, karate, 

dance, and more for kids! 

• Access to our Early Childhood Development Program during the 

school year. 

Plus, as a Full-Facility (Fitness) 

member you get: 

• Free access to over 50 group exercise 

classes offered every week (excludes TRX). 

• Free use of our indoor running/walking track. 

• Free use of our comprehensive cardio and 

weight training equipment. 

• Free towel service. 

• Free access to open gym sessions. 

• Free access to member’s pick-up basketball 

(age 18 and older).

Welcome 

to JCC 

Camp Rishon! 

315-445-2360 | www.jccsyr.org 

RegisTRaTIon informaTIon 

Every camper is special. We want to ensure 

that every camper has a wonderful and 

memorable experience at camp, and that 

requires your help. Please carefully review the 

information in this booklet, information you 

will receive after registration and information 

that is sent home from camp. The registration 

fee is non-refundable, and non-applicable to 

camp tuition. The JCC is not responsible for 

unintended, unforeseen absences. The JCC 

reserves the right to cancel any camp for lack 

of minimum enrollment; balances paid will be 

transferred or refunded. You will be notified in 

advance of any cancellations. 

How to register 

Use the appropriate included form and return 

it with the required payment. Use one form per 

child. Once registration is received, other forms 

will be sent to you, which must be completed 

and returned at least two weeks prior to the 

start of camp. Full payment is due per the 

deadline schedule at right. 

Deposit and billing 

With each child’s registration form you must 

include the following: 

• $35 per week deposit 

• $20 non-applicable, non-refundable 

registration fee 

Registration forms will not be considered 

without both the deposit and the registration 

fee. You will receive a 5% discount if you 

pay for six or more weeks in full at time of 

registration. The JCC accepts cash, checks, 

MasterCard and Visa. Each camp must be 

paid in full two weeks prior to its start date. 

Note: Mail and billing will be sent to the child’s 

address. There will be no third party billing. 

Sibling discounts 

A 2% discount will be credited for each child’s 

camp tuition when more than one child from 

a family attends at least one session in the 

same camp (both in School-Age Camp or both 

in ECDP Camp). This credit will be calculated 

following the end of camp once all registration 

changes are recorded. The credit can ONLY be 

applied toward other JCC, ECDP or Children’s 

Programs (not including fundraisers or 

membership). The credit must be used by Dec. 

31, 2015. If a sibling does not attend a program 

for any reason, the credit will not be given. 

What tuition includes 

Camp tuition includes materials, transportation 

(School-Age Camps only), a camp T-shirt, 

daily snacks, field trips and cookouts. Parents 

will receive advance notice of special events 

and optional program activities that require an 

additional fee. Because camps are programmed 

by session, campers who do not attend all five 

days each week may miss field trips, special 

programs and activities. Unfortunately, we are 

unable to change or substitute days for which 

a child has been registered to accommodate a 

specific trip or event. 

Scholarships/financial aid 

Every child deserves a summer camp 

experience. For that reason, the JCC offers a 

limited number of scholarships for camps and 

memberships. Scholarship applications must be 

received by May 15, 2015. Please call the JCC 

for a scholarship application. 

Tax credits 

The JCC’s summer day camps may qualify for a 

childcare tax credit. Contact your tax advisor for 

further information. 

Contents 

School-Age Camps. ......... 4 

Bus Transportation. ......... 5 

Registration Forms. ......... 9 

School-Age Camps (cont.). .. 17 

After-Camp Clinics. ........ 19 

Early Childhood (ECDP) 

Camps . .................. 20 

(6 weeks old through entering kindergarten) 

Pre-Teen and Teen 

Programs & Camps . ....... 22 

Deadlines 

100% Refund. ..............April 24 

Deposit and paid balance with written 

withdrawal. 

Financial Aid Application. ....May 15 

100% of Balance Refund. .... May 22 

With written withdrawal, does not include 

deposit. 

No refunds of any kind after. May 22 

Camp Weeks 1-4 

pay in full by. .............. June 12 

Camp Weeks 5-8 

pay in full by. ............... July 17 

To Do checklist... 

q Register early to avoid closeouts! 

q Plan ahead for your child’s summer 

activities and schedule. In order to uphold 

the integrity of our programs, please avoid 

making any last-minute changes. A $20 

change fee will apply for any changes made 

within two weeks of the camp start date. 

Some changes may not be possible due to 

outside contract obligations. 

q Please note the withdrawal deadlines 

(above). Refunds will not be issued for 

absences or withdrawals after the deadline. 

q All withdrawals and camp changes must be 

submitted in writing. 

q Camp weeks 1-4 must be paid in full by 

June 12. Camp weeks 5-8 must be paid 

in full by July 17. 

q Campers will not be allowed to attend camp 

if balances are owed to the JCC unless 

payment arrangements are made in writing 

with our Accounting Department two weeks 

prior to the camp start date. 

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JCC Camp Rishon School-Age Camps Children entering grades 1–6 

Mick Hagan 

Camp Director and 

Inclusion Specialist 

315.445.2040 x129 

mhagan@jccsyr.org 

Yachad Program 

Erin Hart 

Assistant 

Camp Director 

315.445.2040 x133 

ehart@jccsyr.org 

Yachad, meaning “all together” in Hebrew, is 

Camp Rishon’s inclusion program for children 

with special needs. 

What is inclusion? 

• Incorporating everyone with their strengths 

and challenges, and allowing everyone to 

contribute. 

• Creating a sense of community among all 

participants. 

Why do children need inclusion? 

• Fosters the development of a feeling of 

belonging. 

• Embraces the acceptance of individuality 

among peers. 

• Develops a sense of independence. 

What do we do? 

• Hands on learning. 

• Provide additional support staff. 

• Gross motor and fine motor development. 

• Improve social interactions and social skills 

among peers. 

• Make accommodations as necessary by 

altering teaching methods without lowering 

standards. 

• Modify activities to better meet individual 

needs. 

There will be no additional cost to enroll your 

child in Camp Rishon’s Yachad Program 

provided our grant funding is renewed again 

this year. 

Is Yachad right for my child? 

Because individual needs vary, the first step 

is to see if our Yachad Program is a good fit 

for your child. Please contact Mick Hagan, 

inclusion specialist, at 315-445-2360, ext. 129. 

Space is limited, so don’t delay! 

What you need to know... 

Camp Rishon offers children entering grades 1-6 a variety Camp runs for 8 weeks 

of adventurous and enriching programs which provide 

Monday–Friday 

opportunities to establish lasting friendships and gain 

June 29 – August 21 

experience “by doing.” Our diverse Specialty Camps offer 

campers exciting new challenges and familiar favorites, while our Nitzanim Camp 

combines the spirit and energy of a comprehensive day camp program with weekly 

themes, field trips, occasional overnights and special events. 

Program Options 

Nitzanim Day Camp 

This camp is geared toward the child who 

wants an exciting variety of activities. It is many 

of the specialty camps all rolled into one with an 

emphasis on weekly themes. Specialists lead 

activities in arts and crafts, sports and games, 

Israeli culture with a visiting Israeli scout 

counselor, drama and nature. 

Daily Red Cross instructional and recreational 

swimming and a weekly Shabbat celebration 

round out some of Nitzanim’s highlights. 

Nitzanim weekly field trips will take place 

on Tuesdays, Wednesdays or Thursdays 

depending on the week. One day each week 

is supplemented with a field day with themed 

activities. Fridays are known as super Friday 

where campers are given the opportunity to 

choose between traditional (i.e. sports and arts) 

and alternative activities (like slip and slide, 

scavenger hunts, wacky water fun and much 

more) to create their own schedules. 

Specialty Camps 

We offer over 30 different Specialty Camps for 

kids to explore a specific interest area for an 

entire week. From rocketry and basketball to 

Overnight Fun 

Campers have the opportunity to attend our 

optional Thursday overnights for an additional 

fee when enrolled in weeks 2, 4, 6 and 8. In 

addition to two overnights here at the JCC, 

we’ve got some cool off-site destinations lined 

up! (See below schedule.) All overnights include 

dinner on Thursday as well as breakfast and 

lunch on Friday. Campers must be enrolled in a 

school-age camp the week of the overnight. 

Following is the 2015 overnight schedule: 

WEEK 2 | Thursday, July 9 at the JCC 

Pirate overnight complete with a scavenger hunt 

to find the buried treasure. 

gymnastics and horseback riding, the toughest 

part will be deciding which camps to choose! 

In addition to each camp’s special area of 

focus, campers participate in daily Red Cross 

swim instruction and recreational swimming. 

Some swim times may be limited due to 

schedules and possible travel times. A typical 

Specialty Camp day includes 30 minutes of 

instructional swim, approximately 45 minutes 

of recreational swimming and 2-4 hours of 

concentration time at the specialty activity. 

Space may be limited and a minimum and 

maximum enrollment may apply for certain 

camps. See the specific camp information 

you will receive after registration for additional 

details. 

WEEK 4 | Thursday, July 23 at the MOST 

Flashlight exploring, animal demonstrations and 

more! 

WEEK 6 | Thursday, Aug. 6 at Highland Forest 

Sports and games, nighttime hike and campfire 

sing-a-long! Cabins have electricity and running 

water. 

WEEK 8 | Thursday, August 20 at the JCC 

DJ Dance Party to wrap up the summer! 

4 JCC of Syracuse | 2015 Summer Camp Guide



Weekly Themes 

Week 1 

Party in the USA. .......... 6/29 – 7/3 

Week 2 

Aargh Matey (Pirate Week). . 7/6 – 7/10 

Week 3 

Wet-N-Wild Week .........7/13 – 7/17 

Week 4 

Time Travelers Week. ..... 7/20 – 7/24 

Week 5 

Israeli Week. ............. 7/27 – 7/31 

Week 6 

Carnival Week. ............. 8/3 – 8/7 

Week 7 

Up, Up and Away. ......... 8/10 – 8/14 

Week 8 

Rockstar Week ........... 8/17 – 8/21 

Early and late care 

The regular camp day is from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 

Morning extended care is from 7:30 a.m. to 

9 a.m., and afternoon extended care is from 

4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Charges are $15 per week for 

either early or late care, and $30 per week for 

both. Prorated late care charges will be applied 

to those enrolled in After-Camp Clinics only. 

Note: Parents are responsible for transporting 

campers if extended care is used. 

Pre-camp paperwork 

The following paperwork must be submitted by 

June 12, or at least two weeks prior to the 

first day of camp: 

• Health and Examination Form 

Your child must have had a physical exam 

within the past two years. Please note that 

your child will be unable to attend camp 

without this completed form. 

• Trip Permission/Publicity Release 

• Waivers for specific specialty camps and 

After-Camp Clinics (where applicable). 

• Parent Handbook Please read; sign and 

return back cover form. 

• Medication Permission Authorization 

This form is needed if your child takes any 

regular or occasional medications (including 

over-the-counter) during the camp day. 

These forms will be mailed to you with the 

confirmation packets before camp begins. You 

may also download the forms from the JCC’s 

website www.jccsyr.org. 

Bus TranspoRTaTIon 

Neighborhood bus transportation is included 

in school-age camp tuition fees. See the 

neighborhood bus stops on the right for the 

stop nearest you, and indicate the stop on the 

registration form. Parents may drop off and pick 

up their children at the JCC, as transportation 

is not available in all areas. Transportation is 

not available for ECDP campers, school-age 

campers attending early and/or late care, or 

After-Camp Clinics. 

Neighborhood bus stops 

The three following routes in Syracuse, 

DeWitt, and Fayetteville-Manlius will provide 

neighborhood bus service for Nitzanim, 

SyraCruisin’, and Specialty Camps. Please find 

the stop most convenient for you, and indicate it 

on your camper’s application form. We cannot 

accommodate door to door bus stops. Stops 

may be eliminated for lack of pick-ups. 

In the morning, the bus run begins at 

approximately 8 a.m. and arrives at the JCC by 

8:55 a.m. The stops on the list farthest away 

from the JCC are picked up closer to 8 a.m., 

while the stops near the JCC are picked up 

closer to 8:55 a.m. and the start of the camp 

day. In the afternoon, the bus run begins shortly 

after 4 p.m. and is finished by approximately 

4:45 p.m. The bus route runs in reverse at this 

time with the bus stops nearest to the JCC 

dropped off shortly after 4 p.m. while the stops 

farther from the JCC are dropped off closer to 

4:45 p.m. 

Please note that pick-up and drop-off times 

may vary from week to week, with the gain or 

loss of other campers on the route. We will 

notify you the week prior to each session with 

the approximate pick up and drop off times. 

All routes end in the morning and begin in the 

afternoon at the JCC. Of course, you have the 

option of dropping off and/or picking up your 

camper(s). We will make every effort to keep 

the schedule running smoothly and on time. 

Bus routes 

Syracuse/DeWitt 

A1 Columbus Circle 

B1 Euclid Ave. and Comstock Ave. 

C1 Manley Field House 

D1 Colvin St. and Buckingham Ave. 

E1 Lancaster Ave. and Broad St. 

F1 Westcott St. and Euclid Ave. 

G1 Former Solace Elementary School 

(Salt Springs and East Ave.) 

H1 Meadowbrook Ave. & Bradford Pkwy. 

I1 Bradford Heights and Cross Rd. 

J1 Tecumseh Elementary School 

K1 Standish and Old Lyme 

L1 Bradford and Old Lyme 

M1 Hamilton and Thomas 

N1 Moses-DeWitt Elementary School 

O1 Salt Springs Rd. and Caton Dr. 

Manlius 

A2 Carriage House East 

B2 Northfield and Cascade 

C2 Watervale and Harwich 

D2 Manlius Library 

E2 Regiment and Verbeck 

F2 Enders Rd. Elementary School 

G2 Enders Rd. and Iliad Dr. 

H2 F-M District Offices 

I2 Somerset and Rte. 92 (on Somerset) 

J2 Stonegate and Woodchuck Hill Rd. 

K2 Thorntree Hill Dr. 

Fayetteville 

A3 F-M and Sherbrooke 

B3 Wellwood Middle School 

C3 Towne Center 

D3 Mott Rd. and Dabney Ln. (2nd) 

E3 Mott Rd. Elementary School 

F3 Winterton and Maple (1st) 

G3 Edinger & Maple (bus will not turn) 

H3 Luan Circle 

I3 Old Quarry and Saddlebrook 

J3 Old Quarry and Pine Valley 

K3 Highfield and Bridle Path 




Camps 


3D Art with Mark Raush 

• Week 6: August 3–7 

• For children entering 

grades 1 & up 

• Price Level: C 

Sculpt with various materials to create 

three-dimensional works of art. Use clay, 

wood, paper, and more, or try multi-media 

construction! (Enrollment: Minimum of 8 and 

maximum of 24 campers.) 

Acrylic Painting with 

Mark Raush 

• Week 5: July 27 – 31 


grades 1 & up 


Campers will explore the exciting properties 

of acrylic paints each day to create true 

masterpieces! Experiment with different paints, 

gels and mediums, which show the limitless 

possibilities of acrylics. Enrollment: Minimum of 

8 and maximum of 24 campers. 

All Sports Café 




grades 1 & up 


Campers will have a menu of sport options 

every day including tennis, basketball, hockey, 

soccer, baseball, and more. Enrollment: 

Minimum of 8 and maximum of 24 campers. 

Baseball with 

LeMoyne College 

• Week 5: July 27–31 

• Price Level: B 

Skill development, instruction, and games 

with LeMoyne College assistant coach Chris 

Murphy. Please register according to skill level. 

Requirements: Campers should come equipped 

with baseball gloves. Enrollment: Minimum of 8 

and maximum of 24 campers. 

Basketball with 

Mac’s Hoop Stars 

• Advanced Players 

Week 1: June 29 – July 3 

• Beginner Players 

Week 4: July 20–24 


Learn the fundamentals of one of America’s 

favorite sports, from some of J-D’s finest. 

Coach Bob McKenney coordinates this camp 

with drills and games using regulation and 

lowered rims. Please register according to skill 

level. Enrollment: Minimum of 8 and maximum 

of 24 campers. 

Bowling at Bowl-Mor Lanes 

• Week 2: July 6–10 


grades 1 & up 

• Price Level: A 

Learn steps and techniques of bowling as part 

of Camp Rishon’s “Bowling Team.” Bowling 

shoes will be provided. Rock and Bowl on 

Friday! Campers will have the option to 

purchase a bowling ball from the pro shop at a 

discounted rate. Enrollment: Minimum of 10 and 

maximum of 24 campers. 

So-Long Summer 

Vacation Camp 

Aug. 24 – Sept. 4 

Registration begins in July! 

Boys Lacrosse with 

LeMoyne College 

• Week 3: July 13–17 

• For children entering grades 1 & up 


Play Lacrosse with LeMoyne College, Northeast 

2013 Champions in Division II. LeMoyne 

College coaches will lead the instruction and 

focus on fine-tuning your lacrosse skills. All 

levels welcome. Requirements: Campers must 

bring a lacrosse stick and helmet/face mask — 

no exceptions! Enrollment: Minimum of 8 and a 


NEW Bricks 4 Kidz 


• Price Level: Premium Specialty 

Learn, build and play with LEGO bricks! 

Programs are built around proprietary 

model plans, designed by engineers and 

architects, with exciting themes such as space, 

construction and amusement parks. Enrollment: 

Minimum of 8 and a maximum of 24 campers. 

Ceramics with Mark Raush 

• Week 4: July 20–24 


grades 1 & up 


Use clay and glaze to create pots, vases, bowls 

and more as you learn the art of ceramics. Fire 

your work in the kiln. Fired pieces may not be 

ready to take home by the end of the week, but 

they’ll look beautiful for a long time! Enrollment: 


Circus Camp with the 

National Circus Project 




A circus show by professional artists/instructors, 

with hands-on workshops in feather balancing, 

juggling, plate spinning, stilt walking and much 

more. Campers will perform in a showcase for 

their parents, the entire Camp Rishon family 

and the JCC on Friday afternoon. Enrollment: 

Maximum of 25 campers. 






Dance Camp 


• Week 4: July 20–24 


• Price Level: 

C 

We’re excited to spend a week teaching 

different moves and styles, with a focus on 

hip-hop dancing. No formal dance training or 

dance apparel is needed. Come ready to learn 

and have a great time. Parents and friends can 

watch their campers perform on the last day 

of the camp. Enrollment: Minimum of 8 and 


Day Tripper 




Campers take a different field trip every day! 

This year, field trips will include swimming, 

amusements, sports, and more! Enrollment: 


Fantastic Figures and 

Superheroes with 

Mark Raush 




Go beyond stick figures and learn the skills 

needed to draw the human body. Create 

people, real or imaginary, using pencils, paint, 

or clay. Use these new skills to create your very 

own comic book complete with your own unique 

superheroes! Enrollment: Minimum of 8 and 


Fencing with The 

Syracuse Musketeers 

Daily field trips to The Syracuse Musketeers! 

• Week 3: July 13–17 



Join the professionals at The Syracuse 

Musketeers to learn this exciting Olympic sport! 

Through drills and games campers will learn 

fencing skills, including proper footwork, blade 

techniques, coordination, agility and speed. At 

the end of the week, participate in a fencing 

match with your fellow campers. All special 

equipment will be provided. Requirements: 

Campers need to wear close-toed shoes and 

comfortable clothing. Enrollment: Minimum of 8 


Fishing with Bill Wade 

Daily field trips to local fishing spots! 




Enjoy fishing at different locations and get 

educated on the subject by our own Bill Wade. 

Each camper will be provided with a fishing rod, 

which they get to keep. Requirements: Campers 

need to wear close-toed shoes and eyewear. 

Enrollment: Minimum of 8 and maximum of 24 

campers. 

Gaming Camp 

• Week 1: June 29 – July 3 



Spend the week playing all different types 

of games: chess, billiards, checkers, speed 

stacks, card games, video games and more! 

Campers are welcome to bring a game from 

home to share and teach their friends. Compete 

against one another and play for prizes. One 

day, campers will take a field trip to The SPOT 

for billiards, ping pong, air hockey and more. 

Each camper will take home a special game of 

their own at the end of the week. Enrollment: 


Glitter and Glam Camp 




You will have a fabulous time this week being 

a fashionista at camp with your friends. Come 

together for a week of glamorous activities. 

We’ll make our own beauty products, tie die, 

style hair and nails, paint body art and more! 


campers. 

Golf with Drumlins 

Country Club 

• Week 4: July 20–24 



Learn golfing fundamentals including full 

swing, chipping, putting, rules and etiquette. 

Lessons will be held at Drumlins Country Club 

by their professional staff. Each camper will get 

quality time with the instructors and receive a 

certificate upon completion at the end of the 

week. Requirements: Campers are encouraged 

to bring their own clubs. Drumlins has a supply 

of clubs to share as well. Enrollment: Minimum 

of 8 and maximum of 24 campers. 

Register early 

to reserve 

your child’s spot! 



2015 School-Age and Teen Camps Registration Worksheet 

Premium (P) Specialty Level ............$233 member / $290 non-member x # of weeks ________ = ________ 

Specialty Level A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$209 member / $268 non-member x # of weeks ________ = ________ 

Specialty Level B. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $193 member / $251 non-member x # of weeks ________ = ________ 

Specialty Level C ....................$182 member / $238 non-member x # of weeks ________ = ________ 

Nitzanim ...........................$151 member / $197 non-member x # of weeks ________ = ________ 

SyraCruisin’ .........................$206 member / $258 non-member x # of weeks ________ = ________ 

Counselor In Training (CIT – 15 Yrs Old) ...........$50 must be a member x # of weeks ________ = ________ 

Camp Aide (14 Yrs Old) .......................$100 must be a member x # of weeks ________ = ________ 

Early Care ...........................................$15 per week x # of weeks ________ = ________ 

Late Care ............................................$15 per week x # of weeks ________ = ________ 

Prorated Late Care – After-Camp Clinics ................... $9 per week x # of weeks ________ = ________ 

Total Camp Fees (to carry over to registration form) = ________ 

Specialty Camps 2015 (price level, page info) Week 1 Week 2 Week 3 Week 4 Week 5 Week 6 Week 7 Week 8 

3D Art (C, p. 6) 

X 

Acrylic Painting (C, p. 6) 

X 

All Sports Cafe* (C, p. 6) X X 

Baseball with LeMoyne College* (B, p. 6) 

X 

Basketball with Mac’s Hoop Stars* (B, p. 6) X X 

Bowling at Bowl-Mor Lanes (A, p. 6) 

X 

Boys Lacrosse with LeMoyne College (B, p. 6) 

X 

Bricks 4 Kidz (P, p. 6) 

X 

Ceramics (C, p. 6) 

X 

Circus Camp (P, p. 6) 

X 

Dance Camp (C, p. 7) X X 

Day Tripper* (B, p. 7) 

X 

Fantastic Figures and Superheroes (C, p. 7) 

X 

Fencing with Syracuse Musketeers* (B, p. 7) 

X 

Fishing with Bill Wade* (B, p. 7) 

X 

Gaming Camp* (C, p. 7) 

X 

Glitter & Glam Camp (C, p. 7) 

X 

Golf with Drumlins Country Club (A, p. 7) 

X 

Gymnastics (B, p. 17) X X X X X 

Horseback Riding* (P, p. 17) X X X 

Karate with CNY Karate (B, p. 17) 

X 

Kitchen Science (C, p. 17) X X 

Nature Nuts (C, p. 17) 

X 

Outdoor Inspiration (C, p. 17) 

X 

Painting Camp (C, p. 17) 

X 

Photography Camp with SU* (B, p. 17) 

X 

Rocketry Camp* (B, p. 18) 

X 

Secret Agent Camp* (B, p. 18) X X X 

Skateboarding Camp* (B, p. 18) 

X 

Soccer with LeMoyne College (B, p. 18) X X 

Tennis with Gold’s Gym (A, p. 18) 

X 

Theatre Camp (B, p. 18) 

X 

Wild About Art (C, p. 18) 

X 

Wilderness Skills* (C, p. 18) 

X 

*Note: Age/skill restrictions apply. Please check each camp’s description for details. 


JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER - CAMP RISHON 

2015 School-Age and Teen Camp Registration 


• One form per child. 

• Please print neatly. 

• Complete both sides of this form. 

• Please read registration and general 

information before completing this 

form. 

• Mailing and billing will be sent 

to the Camper’s address. 

• Third-party billing will not be done. 

• *Many camps have grade and 

equipment requirements. Please check 

program descriptions prior to completing 

registration. 

JCC Membership 

Are you a JCC member? Yes No 

JCC Membership # 

Bus Transportation Request 

CAMPER INFORMATION 

Last Name First Name Age 

Address Sex (circle one) M F 

City State Zip 

Parents: Using the bus stop numbers from 

page 5 of the brochure, please indicate 

the stop most convenient for you for 

both the AM and the PM bus runs. 

AM ____________________________ 

Phone 

T-Shirt Size (circle one) 

Youth: 

(6-8) (10-12) (14-16) Adult S M L 

PM ____________________________ 

Birthdate 

School 

Grade Entering 

(2015-16) 

Child lives with Parent #1/Guardian Parent #2/Guardian 

PARENT #1 / GUARDIAN INFORMATION 

Last Name 

First Name 

Work Phone Home Phone Cell Phone 

Occupation 


Last Name 

Email 

First Name 


How did you hear about us? 

(Please check the appropriate items) 

__ Friend/neighbor/ 

current member 

__ JCC membership 

mailings 

__ Attended 

camp previously 

__ Internet 

__ Post Standard 

__ Family Times 

__ Syracuse Parent 

__ Jewish Observer 

__ Camp Fair 

__ Other – Please 

Explain: 

EXTRA T-SHIRT ORDER FORM 

Please order my son/daughter extra camp 

T-shirts. 

Number of shirts___________________ 

Size: (circle one) Youth: (6-8 ) (10-12) (14-16) 

Adult: S M L 

Occupation 

Email 

Enclosed, please find $8.00 for each T-shirt 

ordered. Remember - Every camper will 

receive a free T-shirt at the start of his/her 

first session. 

EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION (Other than Parent) MUST BE LOCAL 

Name # 1 Phone #1 Phone #2 Relationship 


PERMISSIONS 

My son/daughter has my permission to go on field trips during the time camp is in session. I understand that I will be informed of the 

exact date, time, and destination of each trip in advance of departure. Field trips may be weather permitting. I give permission for my 

child to go on trips with persons designated by the JCC Camp Director. 

My son/daughter has my permission to participate in JCC overnights. Participation is not mandatory and signature does not guarantee 

participation. Overnights will take place weeks 2, 4, 6, and 8 of camp. Children must be enrolled in camp the week of an overnight in 

order to participate. Additional charges apply. 

I give permission for photographs of my son/daughter to be used in any camp publicity or promotion. 

__________________________________________ __________________________________________ ___________ 

Child’s Name Parent/Guardian Signature Date 



Please complete both 

sides of this form and 

return to the JCC 

Camper First/Last Name: 

Week 1 June 29-July 3 

Nitzanim 

CIT 

Camp Aide 

SyraCruisin’ 

Basketball w/Mac’s Hoop Stars (B) 

Horseback Riding (P) 

Week 2 July 6-July 10 

Nitzanim 

CIT 



Day Tripper (B) 

Bowling (A) 


Nitzanim 

CIT 



Boys Lacrosse w/LeMoyne Coll.(B) 

Fencing Camp (B) 


Nitzanim 

CIT 



Basketball w/Mac’s Hoop Stars (B) 

Ceramics (C) 

Week 5 July 27-August 31 

Nitzanim 

CIT 



Acrylic Painting (C) 

Baseball w/LeMoyne College (B) 

Week 6 August 3 -August 7 

Nitzanim 

CIT 



3D Art (C) 

Circus w/National Circus Project (P) 

Week 7 August 10-August 14 

Nitzanim 

CIT 



Gymnastics (B) 

Karate w/CNY Karate (B) 

Week 8 August 17 –August 21 

Nitzanim 

CIT 



All Sports Cafe (C) 

Fantastic Figures & Superheroes (C) 


2015 School-Age and Teen Camp Registration 

Gaming Camp (C) 


Nature Nuts (C) 

Early Care 

Late Care 

Theatre Camp (A) 

Painting Camp (C) 

Soccer w/LeMoyne College (B) 

Dance Camp w/Brittany Root (C) 

Early Care 

Late Care 


Skateboarding Camp (B) 

Horseback Riding (P 

Wild About Art (C) 

Early Care 

Late Care 

Dance Camp (C) 

Golf w/Drumlins (A) 

Photography w/ SU (B) 

Wilderness Skills (C) 

Early Care 

Late Care 


Kitchen Science Grades 4-6 (C) 

Horseback Riding (P) 

Secret Agent Camp Grades 1-3 (B) 

Early Care 

Late Care 

Fishing Camp (B) 

Glitter & Glam Camp (C) 

All Sports Cafe (C) 

Secret Agent Camp Grades 1-3 (B) 

Early Care 

Late Care 

Outdoor Inspiration (C) 

Bricks 4 Kidz (P) 

Rocketry (B) 

Soccer w/LeMoyne College (B) 

Early Care 

Late Care 


Kitchen Science Grades 1-3 (C) 

Secret Agent Grades 4-6 (B) 

Tennis w/Golds Gym (A) 

Early Care 

Late Care 

10 JCC of Syracuse | 2015 Summer Camp Guide 

Nitzanim 

Premium $233 Members 

Level 

$290 Nonmembers 

$209 Members 

Level A 

Specialty 



$193 Members 

Level B 


$182 Members 

Level C 


Extended Care # of Weeks Amount Due 

Early Care (7:30-9:00 am) 

$15 per week 

After Care (4:00-6:00 pm) 

$15 per week 

Prorated if in After Camp 

Clinic $9 per week 

Total Due 

PAYMENT INFORMATION 



Payment Method 

Account Number 

Cardholder Name 

Expiration Date 

CAMP PRICING (Prices per week) 

$151 Members 


CIT $50 JCC Family Memberships Only 

$206 Members (Sign up for all 8 

weeks and receive $10 off per week!) 


$258 Nonmembers (Sign up for all 8 

weeks and receive $10 off per week!) 

Camp Aide $100 JCC Family Memberships Only 

BILLING SUMMARY 

Total Camp Fees 

Weeks 1-4 paid in full by 6/12/15 

Weeks 5-8 paid in full by 7/17/15 

Early/Late Care Fees 

Registration Fee ($20) 

Sub Total (If applicable) 

Deposit ($35/week) 

Total Enclosed 

Balance Due 

Cash Check Visa MC


2015 After-Camp Clinics & Teen Fitness Registration 


• One form per person. 

• Please print clearly. 

• Complete both sides of this form. 

• Please read registration and general 

information before completing this 

form. 


to the child’s address. 

• Third-party billing will not be done. 

• Please indicate sessions for your child’s 

registration on the right. 

• If camper is registered for School-Age 

Camps, please complete shaded area 

only for After-Camp Clinic registration. 

REGISTRANT INFORMATION 

Last Name First Name Age 

Address Sex (circle one) M F 


T-Shirt Size (circle one) 

Phone 

Youth: 

(6-8) (10-12) (14-16) Adult S M L 


Are you a JCC member? 


Payment 

Method 

Cash 

Check 

Yes 

No 

MC 

Visa 

Birthdate 

School 

Grade Entering 

(2015-16) 

Account 

Number 

Physician 

Phone 

Cardholder 

Name 


Last Name 

First Name 


Occupation 

Email 


Last Name 

First Name 


Expiration 

Date 

Signature 


Total Fees 

Subtotal 

Total 

Enclosed 

Occupation 

Email 

EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION (Other than Parent) MUST BE LOCAL 



Please Check Off Your Choices 

After-Camp Clinics ($10 Mem. /$15 Non-Mem.) 

Movin' & 

Groovin' 

Cardio Hoops 

Week 2 - 7/6 & 7/8 

Week 4 - 7/20 & 7/22 

Week 6 - 8/3 & 8/5 

Week 3 - 7/13 & 7/15 

Week 5 - 7/27 & 7/29 

Week 7 - 8/10 & 8/12 

Boys Teen Training 

T/Th Noon-1 pm 

Girls Teen Training 

T/Th 3:30-4:30 pm 

Plyometrics 

Mon Noon-1 pm 

Wk 1 Wk 2 Wk 3 Wk 4 Wk 5 Wk 6 Wk 7 Wk 8 

FOR 

OFFICE 

USE ONLY 

Payment Received ________________ Amount ________________ Date ________________ Initials ________________ 

Batch # ________________ Membership Type ________________ Membership # ________________ 



Waiver 


2015 After-Camp Clinics & Teen Fitness Registration 

The undersigned hereby agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the Jewish Community Center, its agents, 

and independent contractors from and against any and all claims, damages and expenses arising out of damages, 

bodily injury, sickness or death resulting from use of this facility and/or participation in any activity in the Jewish 

Community Center Family Sports and Fitness Center. 

I understand that there are risks associated with participation in any exercise program, including but not limited to 

abrasions, musculoskeletal injuries, abnormal blood pressure, fainting, irregular heart rhythms, and in rare instances, 

heart attack, stroke or death. I understand that should I have any known medical condition, that it is my responsibility 

to consult with a physician before participating, and I acknowledge that by signing below, I am taking full responsibility 

for my health should I choose not to consult a practitioner. 

I understand that it is my responsibility to abide by all the rules of the facility. 

I have read the preceding paragraphs as acknowledged by my signature. 

Child Name __________________________________________________________ 

Parent/Guardian Signature _____________________________________________ 

Date of Birth __________________ 

Date _________________________ 

Name _______________________________________________________________ 

Address ______________________________________________________________ 

_____________________________________________________________________ 

City _________________________________________________________________ 

State ________________________________________________________________ 

Zip __________________________ 

Home Phone _________________________________________________________ 

Work Phone _________________________________________________________ 




2015 Early Childhood Camps Registration 

Tenokia 

Early Childhood Camps 

6 weeks - 18 month 

• One form per child 

• Please print neatly 

• All boxes must be completed 

• Please read general information 

before completing this form 


to the Camper’s address 

• Please indicate days and times for 

your child’s camp registration below. 

• There will be a $10 fee for any changes 

made after initial registration 

K’Ton Ton 

Chaverim 

Yeladim 

Gesher 

18 month - 2 years old 

3 year olds 

4 year olds 

Entering Kindergarten 

No refunds after May 22. 

CAMPER 

Last Name First Name Age (yr. mo. ) 

Address 

Birthdate 


Phone 

E-mail 

Physician 


Last Name First Cell: 

Phone/Employer 


Phone 

E-mail: 

Last Name First Cell: 

Phone /Employer 

E-Mail: 

EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION (Other than parent) MUST BE LOCAL 

Name Day Phone Relationship 

Name Day Phone Relationship 




Payment 

Method 

Cash 

Check 

MC 

Visa 


(OFFICE USE ONLY) 

Total Camp Fees 

Total Weeks 1–4 

Total Weeks 5–8 

Week 1 June 29 - July 3 

M-F M/W/F T/TH 

9-1 7:00-1 9-3:45 7:00-6 

Week 2 July 6 - July 10 


9-1 7:00-1 9-3:45 7:00-6 



9-1 7:00-1 9-3:45 7:00-6 



9-1 7:00-1 9-3:45 7:00-6 



9-1 7:00-1 9-3:45 7:00-6 

Week 6 August 3 - August 7 


9-1 7:00-1 9-3:45 7:00-6 



9-1 7:00-1 9-3:45 7:00-6 



9-1 7:00-1 9-3:45 7:00-6 

Account 

Number 

Registration Fee $20 

Deposit $35/week 

Cardholder 

Name 

Total Amount Due Now 

Expiration 

Date 

Signature 

V-Code: 

Total Amount Enclosed 

Balance due on 6/12/15 

Balance due on 7/17/15 

T-Shirt Size (Circle) 

6m 12m 18m 2T 3T 4T 

Youth Small Youth Medium 

FOR OFFICE 

USE ONLY 

Payment Received ____________ Amount ____________ Date ____________ Initials ____________ 

Class List _________________ Tracking _________________ 




2015 Early Childhood Camps Fee Schedule 

Camp Tenokia (infant care is monthly only) 

Session 1 - June 29 - July 24: $982 Members 

Session 2 - July 27 - August 21: $982 Members 

$1,030 Non-Members 

Camps K’Ton Ton and Chaverim 

Members Non-Members 

7am to 6pm 

5 days/week $217.00 $271.00 

3 days/week $183.00 $231.00 

2 days/week $160.00 $193.00 

7am to 6pm 

Camps Gesher and Yeladim 

Members 

Non-Members 

5 days/week $212.00 $269.00 

3 days/week $177.00 $226.00 

2 days/week $155.00 $197.00 

9am to 3:45pm 

5 days/week $189.00 $240.00 

3 days/week $161.00 $204.00 

2 days/week $114.00 $146.00 

9am to 3:45pm 

5 days/week $194.00 $245.00 

3 days/week $166.00 $200.00 

2 days/week $120.00 $152.00 

7am to 1pm 

5 days/week $165.00 $211.00 

3 days/week $136.00 $164.00 

2 days/week $108.00 $144.00 

7am to 1pm 

5 days/week $160.00 $211.00 

3 days/week $132.00 $175.00 

2 days/week $103.00 $144.00 

9am to 1pm 

5 days/week $143.00 $181.00 

3 days/week $103.00 $131.00 

2 days/week $ 87.00 $110.00 

9am to 1pm 

5 days/week $148.00 $184.00 

3 days/week $105.00 $134.00 

2 days/week $ 92.00 $112.00 

FOR OFFICE USE ONLY 

Batch # Member Type Member # 

Code Week # Amount 

Be prepared! Stop by the ECDP office to purchase 

Delta Sonic Super Kiss and Super Kiss Supreme Carwash tickets 

Super Kiss $12 

5 day wash guarantee includes: 

• Revitalizer 

• Clearcoat polish 

• Underspray 

• Rust inhibitor 

• Brake dust remover 

• Gas discount 

14 JCC of Syracuse | 2015 Summer Camp Guide 

Super Kiss Supreme $19 

includes everything you get with the Super Kiss PLUS: 

• Tires hand dressed 

• Vacuum 

• Glass polished 

• Door jambs 

• Dash cream 

• Floormats with Super Foam 

• Fragrance


5655 Thompson Rd., DeWitt, NY 13214 


Membership Categories & Rates 



5655 Thompson Rd., DeWitt, NY 13214 


Membership Application 






Karate with Marvin Labbate’s 

CNY Karate 

Daily field trip to CNY Karate! 




Daily karate workout with Marvin Labatte 

and the experts of CNY Karate in East 

Syracuse. Enhances motor skill progression 

while addressing lifestyles and self-discipline. 


campers. 

Outdoor Inspiration 

with Mark Raush 




Take a field trip to Green Lakes State Park 

with a sketchbook to capture the beauty of 

nature forever! You’ll use watercolors to bring 

the splendor of the outdoors into the art room. 

Draw and paint outdoors, and let the wonders of 

nature inspire your work! Enrollment: Minimum 


Gymnastics with 

Sherri Lamanna 


• Week 3: July 13–17 

• Week 5: July 27–31 




• Price Level: 

B 

Beginners to level 8. Uneven parallel bars, 

balance beam, vault, and floor exercises 

will improve strength and coordination. Field 

trips to Westside Gymnastics two days each 

week. All instructors are trained in gymnastics. 


campers. 

Horseback Riding with 

Gentle Hill Farms 

Daily Field trip to Gentle Hill Farms, Tully! 


• Week 3: July 13–17 

• Week 5: July 27–31 



Riding and horsemanship will be covered. 

Each day will include grooming and riding 

(indoor and outdoor facilities), plus hands-on 

demonstrations. Helmets will be provided. 

Requirements: Campers must wear stretchy 

or loose fitting long pants and closed toed 

shoes. Waiver for Gentle Hill Farms must be 

completed. Enrollment: Minimum of 8 and 


Kitchen Science 


grades 4 & up 


• For children entering grades 1–3 

Week 8: August 17–21 


Turn the kitchen into a science lab! We have 

recipes for gak, crystals and homemade 

root beer! Campers will take a field trip to 

the Museum of Science and Technology 

(MOST) and create concoctions to take home! 

Requirements: Campers should wear clothes 

that can get dirty. Enrollment: Minimum of 8 


Nature Nuts 



grades 1 & up 


This camp is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts. 

Go into nature for games, crafts and creativity. 

Campers will take field trips to discover the 

nature in our backyards. Participate in animal 

tracking, making bird feeders, planting, 

scavenger hunts, hiking and more. Enrollment: 

Minimum of 8 and a maximum of 24 campers. 

Painting Camp with Mark 

Raush 




Campers will experience and try out different 

types of paints in order to express themselves, 

including water color, tempra, and acrylics. 

Discover YOUR painting medium while creating 

true works of art. Campers will take a field trip 

to the Everson Museum to see other paintings 

and get inspired. Enrollment: Minimum of 8 and 


Photography Camp 

with SU Light Work 

Daily field trip to SU Light Work! 

• Week 4: July 20–24 



In this photography-intensive camp, campers 

will learn how to take photos while strolling the 

SU campus and surrounding area. Additionally, 

the campers will learn how to manipulate 

images using various software programs 

and Mac computers. Campers will organize, 

edit and enhance photos, and take home a 

disc of finished products at the end of the 

week. A digital camera is recommended, but 

not required. Enrollment: Minimum of 8 and 







Rocketry with Alec Erlebacher 



grades 4 & up 


Make and launch your very own rockets! Alec 

Erlebacher will be back by popular demand as 

our instructor. Spend the week learning and 

experimenting with the physics behind rocketry. 

Construct and personalize a rocket of your 

own and watch it soar. Learn the fundamentals 

and safety of model rocketry. We will launch 

our rockets right here at camp for all to see. 


campers. 

Secret Agent Camp 

• For children entering grades 1–3 






Spend the week training like a secret agent. 

Learn skills in disguise, surveillance and 

decoding. We’ll cover it all this week. Spend 

one day playing laser tag with your fellow 

agents at Fun Junction and another day getting 

agent training at the Museum Of Science and 

Technology (MOST). Each camper will get 

secret agent equipment to keep. Enrollment: 


Skateboarding at 

Black Mamba Skate Park 

Daily field trip to Black Mamba 

Skate Park! 

• Week 3: July 13–17 

• For beginner-intermediate skaters 

entering grades 1 & up 


Learn to skate and improve your skills! 

Instructors teach the basics and will show you 

some new tricks to try. Use the ramps, rails and 

indoor rink to practice each day. Requirements: 

Parents must sign the Black Mamba waiver. 

Each camper must bring a skateboard, 

protective pads and a helmet. Enrollment: 


Soccer with LeMoyne College 

• Beginner players 


• Advanced players 



Learn to play soccer from the LeMoyne College 

players. Campers will experience soccer by 

playing games, running drills and fine tuning 

skills. Bring your A game! Enrollment: Minimum 


Tennis with Gold’s Gym 



grades 1 & up 


Campers will learn and practice the skills 

necessary to play tennis at a level that will 

keep them challenged and enthusiastic. 

Requirements: Tennis rackets are required, 

although Gold’s Gym will have a few to 

be shared. Enrollment: Minimum of 8 and 


Theatre Camp 




Join us as we enter the creative world of Postmodern 

Theatre where the only limitation is 

your imagination! Campers will learn the basics 

of this incredible and important style through 

games and exercises, as well as working 

together to create their own performance at 

the end of the week for all to see. Watch as 

we transform everyday objects and situations 

into the very essence of performing art. No 

experience necessary, only curiosity and the 

desire to learn! Enrollment: Minimum of 8 and a 


Wild About Art with 

Mark Raush 

• Week 3: July 13–17 



Take a trip to the Rosamond Gifford Zoo with 

sketchbook in hand and learn the art of drawing 

living creatures. Prefer something a little more 

ferocious? Give dinosaurs a try! Use different 

media to complete your projects, and try your 

hand at replicating body features and animal 

movements. This camp is gonna be wild! 


campers. 

Wilderness Skills 

• Week 4: July 20–24 



Spend your week learning how to survive in 

the great outdoors. Build tools and shelter from 

things found in the wild and learn the correct 

way to use a compass. Light campfires without 

matches, build your own compass, and make 

a solar oven. We will develop skills in forest 

areas two days of the week, learn how to tie 

knots, and have a survival kit to take home. 


campers. 

Use the registration 

form on page 9. 




Clinics 

After-Camp Clinics 

After-Camp Clinics are available two days 

a week to give your child a more enriching 

experience during post-camp hours. This 

year we are offering an array of fitness 

programs through the JCC Sports & Fitness 

Center. 

To participate in After-Camp Clinics, 

campers must be registered for camp 

during that particular week. Please indicate 

on the registration form whether you need 

late care on non-clinic days. The cost of 

late care will be prorated. Please use the 

After-Camp Clinic registration form and be 

sure to complete all waivers. 

Days: Mondays & Wednesdays 

Cost: $10/week for members, 

$15/week for non-members 

Movin’ & Groovin’ 

• Week 2: July 6 & July 8 


• Week 6: August 3 & August 5 

Bring your energy to move and groove to 

fun, upbeat music. This class is for all levels. 

Comfortable clothes and sneakers are required. 

Cardio Hoops 



• Week 7: August 10 & August 12 

Hoop your way to happiness and health. 

A colorful mix of dance, play, games and 

movement designed to support physical activity. 

This class is for all levels. 



Splish splash at the JCC Pool! 

The JCC pool is a gathering place for our 

members and a great place to be when 

the weather gets hot. Maximize your 

membership by enjoying the pool in the 

evenings after work, on the weekends 

with family and friends, and complete your 

morning workout by swimming some laps. 

Incorporating the pool in your personal 

training can add a new dimension to your 

fitness program. Utilize this great aerobic 

opportunity during our lap swimming hours 

and make the most of the upcoming pool 

season! 

Whatever needs the pool may satisfy, we 

know it will provide many hours of rewarding 

recreation for you and your family. Some 

of our aquatics programs that will run 

throughout the course of the swimming 

season include learn-to-swim lessons, private 

and semi-private lessons, swim team, adult 

lap swim and children’s pool parties. 

2015 Pool Season 

Calendar 

Saturday, May 23 

Monday, June 29 

Saturday, July 4 

Monday, Sept. 7 

Pool opens at 9 am 

Learn to Swim lessons begin 

Camp Rishon begins 

Holiday, Pool open 9 am – 7 pm 

Labor Day, last day pool is open for the season 

Pool hours before and after Camp Rishon season 

Saturday, May 23 – Sunday, June 28 and Saturday, Aug. 22 – Monday, Sept. 7 

Sunday – Friday 

9 am – 7 pm 

Saturday 

10 am – 7 pm 

Lap Swim (Mon.–Fri. only) Ends at noon 

Camp Rishon season 

Monday, June 29 – Friday, Aug. 21 

Monday – Friday 

3:30 PM – 8 pm 

Saturday 

10 am – 7 pm 

Sunday 

9 am – 7 pm 

Lap Swim only (Mon.–Fri. only) 8–9 am 

15 minutes each hour may be designated for Adult Swim and 

can be scheduled by request with the lifeguards on duty. 

WATCH 

FOR OUR POOL 

GUIDE COMING 

OUT IN EARLY 

MAY! 



JCC Camp Rishon 


Infants 6 weeks old through children entering kindergarten 

Jo David 


315.445.2040 x122 

jdavid@jccsyr.org 

Weekly Themes 

Pam Ranieri 

Assistant 


315.445.2040 x123 

pranieri@jccsyr.org 

Preschool Camps Main Office 

315.445.2040 x120 

Medical Exam 

/ecdpjccsyr 

A medical exam within 

one year of the start of 

camp is required for every 

new camper. Absolutely 

no exceptions can be 

allowed. Campers presently 

enrolled in our Jerome & Phyllis Charney Early 

Childhood Development Program (ECDP) 

school-year program must have an exam on file 

that is current (less than 1-year old) or provide 

an updated one. Exam documentation is 

required on an approved NYS Office of Children 

and Family Service form that will be sent to 

each camper after their registration has been 

processed. 

Week 1 

Party in the USA. .......... 6/29 – 7/3 

Week 2 

Rockin’ Rodeo ............. 7/6 – 7/10 

Week 3 

Wet-N-Wild. ..............7/13 – 7/17 

Week 4 

Sun & Safari. ............. 7/20 – 7/24 

Week 5 

Israeli Week. ............. 7/27 – 7/31 

Week 6 

Carnival Week. ............. 8/3 – 8/7 

Week 7 

Dinorama. ............... 8/10 – 8/14 

Week 8 

Kings, Queens & Castles. ... 8/17 – 8/21 

What you need to know... 

Our Early Childhood Camps encompass the high standards Camp runs for 8 weeks 

of our school-year Early Childhood Development Program. Monday–Friday 

We believe camp should be the place for making new friends June 29 – August 21 

and having fun-filled days. Our goal is to provide a summer of 

developmentally appropriate, interactive, outdoor activities that are sure to create 

special memories for even our youngest campers. 

General informaTIon 

Staff 

Year-round Early Childhood Director Jo David 

and Assistant Director Pam Ranieri supervise 

our Early Childhood Camps. Experienced 

early childhood professionals from our schoolyear 

program and carefully selected college 

students staff our camp groups. These skilled, 

trained counselors care about children and offer 

guidance, support, encouragement, enthusiasm 

and love. 

Schedule 

Our camp activity schedules are based on a 

five-day week. To accommodate varying family 

needs, we allow campers to choose to join 

us for fewer days in a week on Tuesday and 

Thursday or Monday, Wednesday and Friday. 

Campers that choose these lesser time options 

will get to experience a wide variety, but not 

all, of the activities summer 

camp offers. Tenokia have 

the extended full-day option 

only. 

Calendars 

A calendar that includes 

a brief description of each 

day’s activities will be 

provided to let you know 

what is scheduled to happen each week so that 

you can prepare your camper for the upcoming 

week’s activities. We hope this will enable 

you and your child to anticipate the wonderful 

activities that will happen each day. 

Groups 

Children are placed according to chronological 

age so that we can offer a developmentally 

appropriate and safe program. Absolutely 

no exceptions can be allowed. All programs 

(except off-site field trips for Gesher and 

Yeladim campers) are held at the JCC. Each 

group has their own individual, air-conditioned, 

brightly lit and developmentally equipped room 

to utilize as their special indoor home base. 

Following our licensing policies, our five unique 

Early Childhood Camps are: 

• Tenokia (meaning nursery) for campers 

who will be 6-weeks old after 6/29/15. 

• K’Ton Ton (meaning little ones) for toddlers 

18-months old by 6/29/15. 

• Chaverim (meaning friends) for campers 

who will be 3-years old by 6/29/15. 

• Yeladim (meaning children) for campers 


• Gesher (meaning bridge) for campers who 

will be entering kindergarten in the fall. 

Activities 

Throughout the summer there are guest 

entertainers scheduled to perform, cookouts, 

ice cream socials and other 

special activities that are 

geared toward the weekly 

theme. Camp groups 

regularly have a friendship 

circle and each age level 

joins to celebrate Shabbat on 

Fridays. All children attending 

the Early Childhood Camps 

K’Ton Ton, Chaverim, 

Yeladim and Gesher have an opportunity to 

participate in daily activities, which include: 

• Arts and crafts 

• Music and movement 

• Gross motor, pre-sports 

• Free play on our fenced-in playground 

In addition, Camps K’Ton Ton, Chaverim and 

Yeladim take time out each afternoon for 

naptime. Camps K’Ton Ton, Chaverim, Yeladim 

and Gesher have daily Red Cross swim lessons 

each morning. Camp Gesher also has daily free 

swim in the afternoons. 


JCC Camp Rishon 



Infants 6 weeks old through children entering kindergarten 

Camp Tenokia 

Tenokia, meaning “nursery,” is for campers who 

will be 6-weeks old after 6/29/15. 

Our youngest campers are provided with an 

environment rich in language, high touch and 

active play. We offer a positive and balanced 

experience through a variety of activities, 

including stories, sensory exploration, songs, 

tummy-time and time spent exploring their 

world. Our experienced and nurturing staff 

strive to create a secure attachment with 

each individual infant. We support the value 

of child-directed play while promoting positive 

relationships with peers and adults. We 

understand the importance of establishing a 

good rapport between caregiver and parents. 

Therefore, we encourage parent involvement 

and open communication. We also encourage 

breastfeeding and parent visits throughout the 

day, whenever possible. 

Session activities include: 

• Free Play 

• Tummy Time 

• Stories 

• Daily Strolls 

• Music & Movement 

• Songs & Stories 

• Naps* 

• Feeding* 

• Art 

*Schedule will change as needed for each individual 

infant. 

Camp K’Ton Ton 

K’Ton Ton, meaning “little ones,” is for campers 

18-months old by 6/29/15. 

Our toddler group begins to experience camp 

with age-appropriate activities certain to make 

any child smile. Small groups allow our trained 

staff to give the children the time and attention 

that busy toddlers need. 




• Songs and games 

• Free play on fenced-in playground 

• Stories and flannel board 

• Daily afternoon naptime 

• Daily Red Cross swim lessons (morning) 

• Shabbat 

• Friendship circle 

• Bi-weekly cookout or ice cream social 

Camp Chaverim 

Chaverim, meaning “friends,” is for campers 


Our three-year-old group really begins to 

experience camp with a full program loaded 

with fun and new experiences. Our trained 

counselors guide campers through a day of 

adventure and exploration. 




• Nature activities 


• Gross motor activities 

• Guest entertainers 


• Shabbat 




Camp Yeladim 

Yeladim, meaning “children,” is for campers who 

will be 4-years old by 6/29/15. 

Our 4-year old pre-K campers are exposed to 

very busy, active days full of a wide range of 

activities. To make sure that they are always on 

the “go,” each session’s activities include: 






• Gross motor activities 




• Shabbat 

• Off-site field trip (morning) 


JCC indoor camp 

activities are held in 

air conditioned rooms. 

Camp Gesher 

Gesher, meaning “bridge,” is for campers who 

will be entering kindergarten in the fall. 

Gesher campers participate in field trips 

and “Good Deeds and Goodies” (scheduling 

prohibits half-day campers from taking 

advantage of afternoon activities even on 

an extra time basis). Camp Nitzanim has 

sleepovers during camp, but Gesher offers 

Late Night with Gesher (for an extra fee) where 

campers are given another opportunity for 

free swim, are served dinner and participate 

in a special themed activity, all supervised by 

Gesher counselors. 

Note: There are no additional charges for Camp Gesher 

field trips. Published fees are all-inclusive. 




• Shabbat 

• Daily free swim (afternoon) 




• Art and Crafts 

• Sports 

• Off-site field trip (morning) 

• “Good Deeds and Goodies” (afternoon)* 

• Late Night with Gesher (optional evening 

program) 

*Scheduling prohibits half-day Gesher campers from 

taking advantage of these afternoon activities on an 

extra time basis. If you would like your child to attend 

the afternoon activities, please make sure to register 

them for the 9 a.m. – 3:45 p.m. option. 

Use the 

registration 




JCC Camp Rishon Pre-Teen & Teen Programs 

Stay active 

and fit 

June 29 –August 21 

Use the registration form 

on page 11. 


• Camp Aides must be 14-years old at time of 

attendance 

• Weeks 1–8 

Each Camp Aide will work with a counselor 

as a job coach during his or her week at the 

JCC. The Camp Aide will be assigned to a 

group and assist the counselors and CITs. 

Camp Aides will have the added advantage 

of participating in the programs of their group. 

Swimming, field trips and overnights are all 

included in this camp. Camp Aides may be 

required to attend a meeting/training with the 

Camp Director. Though there is no guarantee of 

group assignments, the Camp Director will work 

with the Camp Aides in order to accommodate 

their interests. Requests are encouraged, but 

not guaranteed. JCC Family Membership is 

required to enroll in the Camp Aide program. 

The fee is $100 per week. Space is limited. 

Counselor in Training (CIT) 

• CITs must be 15-years old at time of 

attendance 

• Weeks 1–8 

Develop leadership skills, learn the basics of 

camp counseling, and provide support to camp 

groups. Each CIT will be assigned to a group 

that he or she will assist all week long. CITs will 

report to counselors and the head counselor for 

job duties. An interview may be required prior to 

acceptance. CITs may need to attend counselor 

meetings and/or training. This is a great way to 

get some experience before applying to be a 

Camp Counselor at the JCC next summer! JCC 

Family Membership is required to enroll in CIT. 

The CIT fee is $50 per week. Space is Limited. 

Boys Teen Training 

Ages: Teens 

Days: Tuesdays, Thursdays 

Time: Noon – 1 pm 

Cost: Free for fitness members 

$10 for non-members 

Working with JCC Sports Fitness 

Director Joe Yager, teens will focus on 

strength and conditioning specifically 

designed for their bodies. Sessions 

typically include stretching, plyometrics, 

feet drills, core conditioning and ageappropriate 

weight training. 

Girls Teen Training 

Ages: Teens 

Days: Tuesdays, Thursdays 

Time: 3:30–4:30 pm 



Working with a JCC personal trainer, 

teens will focus on strength and 

conditioning techniques designed 

specifically for their bodies. Sessions also 

will focus on stretching and flexibility. 



Plyometrics & Core 

Strengthening Class 

Ages: 9–19 

Days: Sundays 

Time: Noon – 1 pm 



Calling all young athletes! See how you 

can benefit from enhanced core strength 

and the dynamics of plyometrics training. 

This program teaches core strengthening 

techniques and the biomechanics of how 

to move in a more fluid manner. Results 

typically include an exponential increase 

in speed, power and increased fluidity of 

motion. 


SyraCruisin’ Travel Camp for Teens 

Calling All Teen Adventurers! 

Experience a new adventure each day 

with the JCC and The SPOT. 

SyraCruisin’ Travel Camp for Teens is designed 

exclusively to meet the needs of today’s young 

teens entering grades 7–10. We’ll take regular 

field trips to places that have been selected 

based upon the capability to encourage social 

and cultural awareness, community service, 

What you can expect each week 

• Three Field trips, local and/or regional—no 

same field trip will occur twice! 

• One day at The SPOT, the JCC’s teen 

center at ShoppingTown Mall, featuring 

various activities, billiards, Wii, heading to 

the J for swimming, organized sports and 

more! 

Have the time of your life... 

Sign up for all eight weeks or go week-to-week. Camper 

space is limited, so please register early! 

Time: 9 am – 4 pm, Monday–Friday 

• Extended care available 7:30–9 am and 4–6 pm daily 

at the JCC. 

Fees: 

• $206/week for members, $258/week non-members 

• Receive $10 off per week when you sign up for 

all 8 weeks of SyraCruisin’! 

Member rates apply to JCC Family Memberships only. 

Not valid with student memberships. 

Minimum of 8 campers with a maximum of 24 each week. 

Questions? Call 315-445-2360. 

team building and just plain fun! Each session 

will feature different field trips so each day will 

be completely different from the next. Trips will 

include overnights every other week all around 

New York State! 

• One community service day. Teens will 

give back to the community by volunteering 

at Camp Rishon or other public service or 

nonprofit organizations. Everyone will earn 

certificates of completion for these service 

hours. 

• Overnights on weeks 2, 4, 6 and 8. 

• All field trips and fees are included in the 

price of camp. 

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@jccthespot

Sam Pomeranz 

Jewish Community Center of Syracuse 

5655 Thompson Rd. 

DeWitt, NY 13214 

NONPROFIT ORG. 

U.S. POSTAGE 

PAID 

SYRACUSE, NY 

PERMIT NO. 2392

2015 JCC Summer Camp Rishon

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