Mission YMCA Summer Day Camp 2010 - YMCA of San Francisco

Mission YMCA
Summer Day Camp
2010
Fun. Safe. Affordable. In Your Neighborhood.

From the Director
WELCOME
TO THE
MISSION YMCA
SUMMER CAMP!
Registration fees/payments may
be mailed, faxed (415)586-7480,
or brought to the Front Desk.
Camp staff are not able to accept
payments. Deposits are nonrefundable
and non-transferable.
The YMCA of San Francisco
builds strong kids, strong families
and strong communities by
enriching the lives of all people in
spirit, mind and body.
YMCA membership and programs
are open to everyone.
The Mission YMCA welcomes all
who wish to participate and
annually raise scholarship funds to
help make it possible. Please let us
know if we may serve you or your
family in any way
Hello camper parents and guardians,
Many exciting activities and adventures await your children this summer. Thank you
for choosing the Mission YMCA! I am confident that you and your camper will be
very pleased with the YMCA day camp experience. Your young campers will discover
hidden talents, gain self esteem and acquire new skills.
Our day camp program provides children with an opportunity to have fun and
experience challenges in a safe environment with well trained camp staff who are
sensitive to the campers needs.
The major focus of our day camps is to present children with new opportunities and to
broaden their experiences through group activities and adventure trips. Destinations
include natural areas such as parks, zoo's, playgroundsand museums. There is a list of
some the places we visited last year on page four.
Unlike many other camps, we are mission driven and focus on our Character Counts
philosophy. We stress Respect, Responsibility, Caring, and Honesty. At our camps,
each child grows socially and emotionally and is better prepared to start the new school
year. We also encourage youth to develop leadership skills within small, ageappropriate
groups.
Mission YMCA day camp programs uphold the YMCA National Day Camp
standards. Our camps are offered for one week sessions from June 7th through August
6th 2010. Space is limited, so reserve your space early.
On behalf of the Community Programs Department Staff, once again, thank you for
choosing to be a part of the Mission YMCA camp family. We look forward to having a
wonderful summer with your campers!
Sincerely,
We accept campers on a first
come, first serve basis.
Si necesita ayuda en español, por
favor llamar a Katia Alvarez
(415) 457-7572
Theresa Arroyo
Childcare Program Director/ HR Admin. Services Director
1

Find out more about the
Mission YMCA
The Mission YMCA is a branch of
the YMCA of San Francisco, a non -
sectarian, mission driven organization
dedicated to building strong kids,
strong families, and strong communities.
We differ from other YMCA
branches in that we do not have a
gym and generally focus on youth
and seniors. In addition to our onsite
preschool, senior center, pee wee
sports, and teen clubs, we also deliver
programming at over 14 offsite locations
in the Mission, Portola, Sunnyside,
Visitation Valley, and other
adjacent neighborhoods. Our off site
programming includes six after
school programs, one Saturday youth
center, an after school youth center,
and multiple sports and summer
camp locations.
In total we serve over 3,000 families a
year and we’d be delighted if you’d
like to come by and pick up a program
guide or take a tour of our facility.
You can also find out more
online at www.ymcasf.org/mission
Mission YMCA Summer Day Camp
General Information
Registration Information:
Registration begins March 8th. We will host Healthy Kids Day, April 17th from
9:00am – 2:00 pm where we will provide personal assistance in registering your child.
Please register your child in the appropriate camp by the grade he/she will be entering
in the fall.
The following forms must be completed and signed in order to enroll your child in
camp:
• Camp Registration Form (page 7)
• Camper Confidential Medical Consent Form (page 8)
• YMCA of San Francisco’s General Release of Liability Form (page 9)
Your child must be a current member of the YMCA. We accept program and facility
memberships from other YMCA of San Francisco branches. Non-members must
become an annual program member for $35. A non-refundable $60 deposit for each
week reserves your child a space. The total balance must be paid two weeks prior to the
session’s start date. If the total fee is not paid by this date, your child’s space will be
forfeited. Parents/Guardians applying for financial assistance are still required to place
a $60 deposit for each week to reserve a space in the camp.
Parent Orientation Night:
All information below applies to both Traditional camps. The Parent Orientation
Night will be held on Wednesday, June 2nd, 2010 from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm at the
Mission YMCA. We encourage you to attend as a family. You will meet the camp
directors, camp counselors, and other key staff. We will discuss all the important
logistics of camp including field trips, what to bring, camper development, discipline,
character development, parent drop-off and pick-up policy, lost and found procedures,
and registration information. We will be more than happy to answer all of your
questions. Schedules for the first two weeks will be available.
Time and Place:
• Drop-off and pick-up will are at each camp site directly.
• Camp opens at 7:30 am and closes at 6:30 pm. Parents/ guardians are not allowed
to drop-off a camper before the scheduled time and no later than 9:00AM . There
will be a late pick-up fee for any camper not picked up by 6:30pm – no
exceptions!
• Campers may be picked up between 4:30 pm and 6:30 pm. Snack will be
provided in extended care hours.
• Children are not allowed to be picked up or dropped-off directly to
or from any field trip.
• If parents are late picking up camper, there will be a late fee, which is $1 per
minute (in five minute increments)
2
True Camp Stories - Life Changing
We had two new campers, who were having some problems at home, when they
started at R.L. Flynn for Day Camp, it was a little bumpy at first but by the end of
camp they didn't want it to end. Their Parents said that they “were so happy that the
kids had a positive experience and really enjoyed themselves.”

Last Summer’s Adventures
Each summer we plan out tons of
adventure destination. Although
we are planning this year’s
activities, here are some of the
great places we visited last year:
Academy of Science • Adventure
Playground • Camp Jamboree •
Coyote Point • Exploratorium •
Hyde Street Pier • Jelly Belly
Factory • Kite Flying • Junipero
Serra Park • Nickel City •
Oakland Zoo • San Bruno Park •
San Jose Giant's • Santa Cruz
Beach Boardwalk • Golden Gate
Park • SF Zoo • The Tech
Museum • Twin Pines Park •
Yerba Buena Center •Oakland
A's • And much more …
• Following three late pickups, your child will be expelled from camp. You will not
be eligible for a refund.
General Information
We Provide:
• Activities for youth going into Kindergarten through Middle School.
• Emphasis on Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility.
• Dedicated, enthusiastic directors and counselors, who are YMCA trained and
CPR & First Aid certified.
• New Friends! New Experiences! LOTS OF FUN!
• Daily field trips in the Bay Area.
• No extra charges for extended hours.
• $60 Deposit reserves your child’s space.
About our Staff:
All of our counselors are understanding and caring individuals. We have carefully
selected them to provide a high quality and safe program for your child. All of the staff
have CPR and First Aid certification, and have undergone at least 25 hours of YMCA
training. Training includes child abuse prevention and reporting, risk management,
discipline, nature activities, games and other important child development topics.
Every counselor carries a first aid kit and an emergency response card. All of our
drivers are DMV, YMCA, and Laidlaw certified to drive the appropriate vehicles. We
also walk, take Muni and cable cars to some of our fieldtrips.
Summer Day Camp Directors:
□ Sunnyside Adventure Camp
K-5th: Lariece Williams
□ L.R Flynn Adventure Camp
K-5th: Joseph Olivas
Payments and Credit / Refund Policy:
All sign-ups must be for the entire week. We do not offer daily rates.
A $60 non-refundable deposit will hold your space for one session of any Mission
YMCA camp. You may transfer to another Mission YMCA camp or session if there is
room by submitting a written request at least two weeks prior to the start of the
session. All balances must be paid 2 weeks in advance on the Monday prior to the first
day of the session, or your space will be forfeited and deposit lost. There will be no
refunds for individual days missed or absence from the camp or if there is a suspension.
YMCA Cancellation:
If the Mission YMCA cancels a program, you may request a full credit for a Mission
YMCA program, which may be used toward any future YMCA programs.
Walking home:
No child will be allowed to walk home unaccompanied by an adult.
No Exceptions.
4

Send a Kid to Camp!
You can help a fellow parent
ensure that their child is not at
home all summer by making a
donation to the Mission YMCA
to help send a kid to camp.
Mission YMCA Summer Day Camp
General Information
Schedule Changes:
Unexpected schedule changes due to transportation delays, unsuitable weather, or
other factors may affect your child’s arrival or departure time. Camp staff will notify
the Member Services staff at the Mission YMCA Branch if campers will be late. We
will also post all changes at our check in/out table.
There are many ways to make a
donation and share the joy of
camp. Please consider helping
us ensure that all the kids in our
neighborhood can have a
rewarding summer. Every gift
helps!
• Call 415.586.6900 to make
a donation
• Make a donation on the
camp registration form
(page 10).
• Make a donation online at
our website:
www.ymcasf.org/Mission
All donations are tax deductible
to the extent allowable by law
Medical Release Form:
All parents must complete and sign a medical release form prior to the start of camp.
For liability reasons, children may not participate in camp without a medical release
form. Please inform staff of any special needs, allergies or dietary restrictions. A
medical release form may be acquired from the camp director.
YMCA Day Camp General Policies: (Applies To All Mission YMCA Day
Camps)
Because your child is as precious to us as to you, we have developed some simple
procedures to ensure your child’s safety.
Sign in and Out Everyday!:
It is critical to ensure your child goes home with the correct adult and we also need to
have an accurate attendance record to keep track of our children during the day. Please
be prepared to show your ID at sign-out time everyday! If you are having someone
else pick up your child, that person must show their ID which must match the
authorized persons list on that child’s emergency form.
Medication:
All medication should be noted on the health form and given to the camp director. It
must be in possession of the camp director or group leader with complete written
instruction on administering.
Illness:
If your child becomes ill at camp, we will notify you as soon as possible to pick up
your child. If you are not available, we will call the emergency numbers on your child’s
health from. Children need to be picked up within 30 min. If your child goes home
sick they will be required to stay home for 24 hours before returning to camp. Each
case is subject to review by camp director and camp coordinator.
When your child is absent:
5
True Camp Stories - Memory's
“My five year old son was enrolled in the YMCA summer camp program at LR Flynn
Elementary. It’s his second day and although he had a few rough spots on his first day,
he was beaming about his bus ride to a wonderful park. He was so pleased about the
outing and bus ride that he rubbed his eyes in excitement as he told me about the adventure!
“

Camp Registration
Information
Register children for camp at our
Front Office by fax at
(415) 586-7480 , or by mail.
Mail forms and payments to:
Mission YMCA
4080 Mission St.
San Francisco, CA 94112
All campers must have a current
membership (see page 3).
Payment for each session
must be made two weeks prior
to the session’s starting date
or your reservation will be
cancelled. See page 4 for our
refund policy.
We accept checks, money
orders, Visa and MasterCard. There
is no refund on deposits for changes
or transfers.
Fees include all planned
activities, field trips, program
supplies, transportation and two
daily snacks.
Questions?
Contact: Theresa Arroyo
At tmarroyo@ymcasf.org
6
Camp Information:
Adventure Day Camp
At Sunnyside Elementary
Grade: K-5th
Dates: June 7th to August 6th
Location: 250 Forester street.
San Francisco, CA 94112
Camp Director: Lariece Williams
Week 1: SF Bound
Experiencing being tourist in our great City of San Francisco.
Week 2: Getting Down and Dirty
Getting our hand and clothes dirty all while learning about famous artist and visiting museums.
Week 3: Extreme Science
Design valid science experiments while using the scientific methods.
Week 4: Wonders of Nature
Experiencing the great outdoors while learning how to respect it.
Week 5: Sweet Tooth
All week, in the kitchen cook delicious foods and dishes.
Week 6: Hollywood
A week of learning, rehearsing, performing Dance and Theatre.
Week 7: All Starts
Learning and experiencing different sports.
Week 8: Splash Out
Having fun under the sun, while getting wet.
Week 9: Aloha
Saying goodbye and hope to see you next year
Adventure Day Camp
At L.R. Flynn Elementary
Grade: K-5th grade
Dates: June 7th to August 6th
Location: 3125 Cesar Chavez , San Francisco, CA 94110
Camp Director: Joseph Oli
Week 1:San Francisco Landmarks
Learn about San Francisco's' diverse history and landmarks by visiting and reading about them.
Week 2: Maritime Mysteries
Learn about San Francisco's' rich maritime history.
Week 3: Mural Magic
See some of the best murals in the city and learn about the artists that make the mission district
unique.
Week 4: Where The Wild Things Are
Learn about some of the smallest and largest creatures we share our planet.
Week 5: What's Cookin' Good Lookin'
Experience San Francisco's' culinary diversity through ethnic foods, and music.
Week 6: Science All Around Us
On site science projects, kite flying at Chrissy Fields ,The Wave Organ and the Exploratorium.
Week 7:Are You The Next American Idol?
activities include on site sing-a-long contests, create your own CD cover art and play list.
Week 8: East Bay Hidden Treasures
Find out about some of the east bays' hidden gems.
Week 9: Blast From The Past
Revisit some of the camper and counselor favorite Fieldtrips

2010 Registration
MISSION YMCA: SUMMER DAY CAMP-Page 1/4
A separate registration form
is required for each child.
Complete this form and submit to:
Mission YMCA * 4080 Mission St. * San Francisco, CA 94112
Phone 415-586-6900 FAX 415-586-7480
Child’s Name:__________________________________________ Grade entering in September _______________
Home Address:_____________________________________________ Zip____________ Female____ Male____
Parent/Guardian Name:_________________________________ E-mail:__________________________________
Home phone:___________________Work phone:_____________________ Mobile:_______________________
Please, do not leave ANY blanks.
Child Shirt Size (1st one is FREE): ______________
Primary Language
Race/Ethnicity (check as many that apply)
 English  Spanish  African American  Chinese
 Cantonese  Korean  Japanese  Filipino
 Mandarin  Japanese  Vietnamese  Samoan
 Latino  Samoan  Latino  Caucasian
 Other ___________________  Native American  Other _________________
SESSION 1: June 7th–11th
□ Sunnyside Elementary $195
□ L.R. Flynn Elementary $195
SESSION 6: July 12th-16th
□ Sunnyside Elementary $195
□ L.R. Flynn Elementary $195
SESSION 2: June 14th-18th
□ Sunnyside Elementary $195
□ L.R. Flynn Elementary $195
SESSION 3: June 21st-25th
□ Sunnyside Elementary $195
□ L.R. Flynn Elementary $195
SESSION 4: June 28th-July 2nd
□ Sunnyside Elementary $195
□ L.R. Flynn Elementary $195
SESSION 5: July 6th-9th
(No Camp on Monday, July 5th rd )
□ Sunnyside Elementary $195
□ L.R. Flynn Elementary $195
SESSION 7: July 19th-23rd
□ Sunnyside Elementary $195
□ L.R. Flynn Elementary $195
SESSION 8: July 26th-30th
□ Sunnyside Elementary $195
□ L.R. Flynn Elementary $195
SESSION 9: August 2nd-6th
□ Sunnyside Elementary $195
□ L.R. Flynn Elementary $195
————————————————————————————
Extra Camp Shirts:
 S  M L XL $6.00 X_____
Deposit for each session ($60.00) Total……………………….………..… $_______________
Program membership fee due (If applicable, $35.00) …………………… $_______________
Extra Camp Shirt ($6.00 each) …………………………………………… $______________
Send a Kid to Camp! (all donations are tax deductible)……………… $_______________
Total payment enclosed or faxed…………………………………………… $_______________
____Check ____Visa ____MC Card#_____________________________________ Exp. Date:________
Cardholder’s Name (Print)_______________________________________
Staff Initials:________

2010 Registration
MISSION YMCA: SUMMER DAY CAMP - Page 2/4
Information About the Camper______________________________________________________________
Child’s Name:____________________________________________________Birth date (Mo/Dy/Yr)______________ Age____
Home Address:________________________________________________________ Zip____________ Female____ Male____
Information About Who Lives with Child _____________________________________________________
Parent/Guard. Name__________________________________ Home Phone __________________Other ___________________
Employer __________________________________ Work Phone _______________________
Parent/Guard. Name__________________________________ Home Phone __________________Other ___________________
Employer __________________________________ Work Phone _______________________
Emergency Care Info ______________________________________________________________________
Doctor Name ____________________________________________Address _______________________________________
Phone _____________________ Fax ________________________Hospital Preference _________________________________
Medical Insurance Carrier _________________________________ Policy Number ________________________________
Dentists Name ___________________________________________ Phone ______________________________________
Dental Insurance Carrier __________________________________ Policy Number ______________________________
Emergency Contact/Authorized to Pick-up Camper List (must be completed all 3 and different from family information)
Name___________________________________ Relationship ________________________ Home Phone __________________
Work Phone _______________________ Comments ____________________________________________________________
Name___________________________________ Relationship ________________________ Home Phone __________________
Work Phone _______________________ Comments ____________________________________________________________
Name___________________________________ Relationship ________________________ Home Phone __________________
Work Phone _______________________ Comments ____________________________________________________________
Camper’s Medical History and Allergy Information: PLEASE DO NOT LEAVE BLANK
To help staff meet your child’s needs, please check and give approximate dates for all that apply
Conditions
□ no significant conditions
□ frequent ear infrections
□ heart defect/disease
□ convulsions/epilepsy
□ diabetes
□ bleeding/clotting disorder
□ asthma
□ ADD/ADHD
Other Medical Conditions/Comments
Allergies
□ no allergies
□ hay fever
□ poison ivy/oak
□ insect stings
□ Penicillin
□ Nuts
□ Eggs/Dairy
_________________
Diseases
□ no significant diseases
□ chicken pox
□ mumps
□ measles
_________________
_________________
Shots
Tetanus
□ TB
□ Hep B
□ MMR
□ Hib
□ DTP
□ DT
□ IPV
___________________________________________________________________________________
Emotional, Behavioral,
Physical and/or Special
Needs: ___Yes ___NO
__________________
__________________
__________________
__________________
__________________
__________________
__________________
__________________
___________________________________________________________________________________
Medications (Parents must consult their site coordinator and sign a Medication Form before leaving medication)
___________________________________________________________________________________

2010 Registration
MISSION YMCA: SUMMER DAY CAMP - Page 3/4
General Releases and
Waivers
All campers must have a
signed waiver and parent authorization
on file of their
registration will not be considered
complete. If you
have a question about anything
in the agreements,
please let us know.
Authorizations:
Participation
I give permission for my
child to participate in
YMCA activities, field trips,
and for the YMCA to use any
pictures taken of my child for
future YMCA promotional
purposes.
Medical Treatment
I understand that the YMCA
of San Francisco assumes no
financial obligation for such
treatment but, in the event
that I cannot be reached in an
emergency, I hereby give
permission to the physician
selected by the director to
hospitalize and secure proper
treatment for my child as
named on this information
form.
Parent Agreement
I agree that my address and
phone number may be used
to receive information about
other YMCA programs.
________________________
Signature of Parent/Guard.
________________________
Date
YMCA OF SAN FRANCISCO
Release and Waiver of Liability and Indemnity Agreement
IN CONSIDERATION of being permitted to utilize the facilities, services and programs of the YMCA
(or for my children to so participate) for any purpose, including, but not limited to observation or use of facilities
or equipment, or participation in any off-site program affiliated with the YMCA, the undersigned, for himself or
herself and such participating children and any personal representatives, heirs, and next of kin, hereby acknowledges,
agrees and represents that he or she has, or immediately upon entering or participating will, inspect and
carefully consider such premises and facilities or the affiliated program. It is further warranted that such entry
into the YMCA for observation or use of any facilities or equipment or participation in such affiliated program
constitutes an acknowledgment that such premises and all facilities and equipment theron and such affiliated program
have been inspected and carefully considered and that the undersigned finds and accepts same as being safe
and reasonably suited for the purpose of such observation, use or participation by the undersigned and such children.
IN FURTHER CONSIDERATION OF BEING PERMITTED TO ENTER THE YMCA FOR ANY
PURPOSE INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO OBSERVATION OR USE OF FACILITIES OR EQUIP-
MENT, OR PARTICIPATION IN ANY OFF-SITE PROGRAM AFFILIATED WITH THE YMCA, THE UN-
DERSIGNED HEREBY AGREES TO THE FOLLOWING:
THE UNDERSIGNED, ON HIS OR HER BEHALF AND BEHALF OF SUCH CHILDREN,
HEREBY RELEASES, WAIVES, DISCHARGES AND CONVENANTS NOT TO SUE the
YMCA, its directors, officers, employees, and agents (hereinafter referred to as “releasees”) from
all liability to the undersigned or such children and all his personal representatives, assigns, heirs,
and next of kin for any loss or damage, and any claim or demands therefor on account of injury to
the person or property or resulting in death of the undersigned, whether caused by the negligence
of the releasees or otherwise while the undersigned or such children is in, upon, or about the premises
or any facilities or equipment therein or participating in any program affiliated with the
YMCA.
THE UNDERSIGNED HEREBY AGREES TO INDEMNIFY AND SAVE AND HOLD HARMLESS
the releasees and each of them from any loss, liability, damage or cost they may incur due to the
presence of the undersigned or such children in, upon or about the YMCA premises or in any way
observing or using any facilities or equipment of the YMCA or participating in any program affiliated
with the YMCA whether caused by the negligence of the releasees or otherwise.
THE UNDERSIGNED HEREBY ASSUMES FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR AND RISK OF BOD-
ILY INJURY, DEATH OR PROPERTY DAMAGE to the undersigned or such children due to
negligence of releasees or otherwise while in, about or upon the premises of the YMCA and/or
while using the premises or any facilities or equipment thereon or participating in any program
affiliated with the YMCA.
THE UNDERSIGNED further expressly agrees that the foregoing RELEASE, WAIVER AND IN-
DEMNITY AGREEMENT is intended to be as broad and inclusive as is permitted by the law of the State of California
and that if any portion thereof is held invalid, it is agreed that the balance shall, notwithstanding, continue
in full legal force and effect.
THE UNDERSIGNED HAS READ AND VOLUNTARILY SIGNS THE RELEASE AND WAIVER
OF LIABILITY AND INDEMNITY AGREEMENT, and further agrees that no oral representations, statements or
inducement apart from the foregoing written agreement have been made.
I HAVE READ ALL OF THE ABOVE PERTAINING TO THIS RELEASE
Date ____________________________
____________________________________________
Signature of Applicant/Parent
____________________________________________
Print Name of Applicant/Parent
____________________________________________
Print Name of Child in Program

2010 Registration
MISSION YMCA
SUMMER DAY CAMP - Page 4/4
By initialing each section you
have read and understand each
of the fallowing:
Registration
• What should I do to get my child
registered for camp?
• Registration packets are available
at the business office and online at
ymcasf.org/mission.
• All campers must have the four
pages Registration packet (one per
camper– including this form) filled
out by their parent or guardian.
• Please fill out the registration form
completely. Missing information
will delay the processing of your
child’s registration.
• Include a check or credit card information
for, at minimum, the $60
deposit for each week you are interested
in attending. We cannot
process your registration without
your deposit.
• Keep a photocopy of your registration
for your records.
• Mail or fax your registration and
payment directly to the Mission
YMCA. Please call to verify that
we have received them.
_______ I have read & understand
Payments
• When are my payments due?
• A $60 deposit will be charged for
each session of camp you wish to
attend and is due when you register.
The $60 deposit is nonrefundable.
• The remaining balance will be
due, on Monday, two weeks
prior to each week of camp. If
payment is not received, your
child’s name will be removed from
the roster and will not be able to
attend that week of camp. Your
$60 non-refundable deposit will be
forfeited.
________ I have read & understand
Children’s Council
• What if I have Children’s Council?
• If you have Children’s Council
Subsidy, your contract must be
current before you child’s first day
of camp.
• Your co-payment (if applicable)
must be paid on the Monday two
weeks before each week of camp.
If payment is not received, your
child’s name will be removed from
the roster and will not be able to
attend that week of camp.
________ I have read & understand
Financial Aid
• What if I need help paying for
camp?
• Financial Assistance, to the extent
possible, is made possible through
the generosity of donors.
• Financial Aid is given on a first
come, first served basis. To apply,
turn in your two most recent paycheck
stubs, last year’s tax return
(1040 EZ) and your Financial Aid
application along with your registration
packet. You may receive up
to 40% Financial Aid, depending
on your income and family size.
Missing information will cause a
delay in the Financial Aid process.
______ I have read & understand
Preparation
• What I need for the first day of
camp?
• Make sure that all paperwork and
payments are turned in to the office
by Monday the two week before
camp.
• Bring your camper’s medication,
in original, labeled containers,
placed in a zip-lock bag labeled
with your camper’s name. If your
camper has medication, you should
also be turning in the medication
authorization form. (All medica-
tions and forms should be turned in
to the camp director.)
________ I have read & understand
Cancellations
• What kind of refunds can I expect
if I cancel?
• If you decide not to send your
child to camp, you must call the
office at lease two week before
that week of camp starts. A refund
check will be sent to you for the
fees you have paid, less the $60
non-refundable deposit which
may be transferred to another week
of camp as long as you have provided
notice. If no notice is provided,
your deposit is forfeited.
• All sign ups must be for the entire
week. We do not offer daily rates.
• Refunds for an entire week due to
illness can be given with proof of
illness from the child’s physician
(less the $60 deposit).
• If the Mission YMCA cancels a
program, you may request one of
the following options:
• A full credit for a Mission YMCA
program, which may be used toward
any future Mission YMCA
programs.
• A full refund to be mailed to you
within two to three weeks.
________ I have read & understand
Lost or Stolen Items
• The Mission YMCA nor The
YMCA of San Francisco are responsible
for lost or stolen item
while children, parents/guardian
are at camp.
________ I have read & understand
(please initial)

What to Bring to Camp:
• Backpack with only items needed
for the day.
• Paper bags lunch with only nonperishable
items (No glass
please).
• Sunscreen and other protection
from the sun.
• Sweatshirt or jacket for those
unexpected cold days.
• Label all items. We are not responsible
for lost items.
• Each child is required to bring a
healthy lunch everyday
(Sandwich, juice or water)
• We are a Soda Free Summer Program
What NOT to bring to
Camp;
• No walk men, MP3 players, or
IPods'
• No cell phones
• No game boys or other electronic
devices
• No toys of any kind
• These items will be confiscated
and returned to parent at the end
of Camp. No Exceptions!
• We are NOT responsible if your
Mission YMCA Summer Day Camp
Camp Information:
Little Stars Day Camp
at Mission YMCA Preschool
Grade: Pre Kinder, 2 - 5 years old
Dates: May 31st to August 13th
Fees: $736.00 per Month
Location: 4080 Mission Street, San Francisco, CA 94112
Preschool Director: Katia Alvarez
For Preschool Tour Call: (415)457-7572
Week 1: Getting to Know You
The Children and staff will get to know each other better.
Week 2: Our Community
Will be adventuring out into their community and see what has to offer them.
Week 3: Community Helpers
Will be learning about the “helpers” in the community.
Week 4: Wacky Science
Learning about the circle of life, and how butterfly's grow up.
Week 5: Fun Under The Sun
The children will be having lots of fun outside, but also learning about summer safety.
Week 6: Adopt-a-Grandparent
The Children will be performing and having lunch with the Seniors in our Senior Program.
Week 7: Healthy Foods
Campers will be learning about and making healthy meals.
Week 8: Raising Readers
The children will learn how to take care of books, and will be making their own.
Week 9: Great Outdoors
Will be taking trips to local parks, and other outdoors areas.
Week 10: Earth Friendly
The Children will be planting their every own greens and will watch them grow.
Week 11: Music Around the World
The Campers will be learning about different music and dances from around the
world.
Week 12: Aloha
The children and staff will look back on their summer and get ready for the new
school year.
True Preschool Stories - Lasting Impact
A parent was talking to a preschool teacher in the hallway about her vacation, and she
said “We were in the pool on vacation, and all she (her child) could talk about was that
she wanted to go back to school”.
11

Take the Soda Free
Summer Challenge
Challenge yourself to make a difference
in your health. Instead of
soda, commit to drinking :
• Water (everyday-all you want)
• Non-fat or low milk
• 100% fruit juice (limit juice
to 1/2 cup daily)
• Unsweetened iced tea
• Diet Soda (once in a while)
What burns off a 12 oz soda?
• 22 minutes of push-ups,
sit-ups, or jumping jacks
• 17 minutes on a jump rope
or stair stepper
• 15 minutes of running
Please see front office at 4080 Mission Street, San Francisco CA for separate
registration packet for the Little Stars Day Camps
Camp Information:
Camp Jones Gulch
Resident Camp
In the Santa Cruz Mountains
Ages: 6-16 years old
Dates: June 7th to August 20th
Fees: Different for each age group
Location: 11000 Pescadero Road, La Honda Ca 94020
Phone Number: 650-747-1200
Fax Number: 650-747-0986
A week of Summer Camp at Jones Gulch will be the highlight of your
child’s summer. You can expect to send you son or daughter to an emotionally
and physically safe environment created by our well-trained counselors
and leadership staff. Campers will try new activities and meet other
kids from the Bay Area and throughout the world. We infuse the YMCA’s
core values (Honesty, Caring, Respect, Responsibility) into the whole experience
and we strive for you to see positive growth from just one week in
our redwood home. Our directors structure most of our cabins with ten
children and at lest two counselors. Our days are full of activity, some
scheduled and some campers get to choose for themselves. Those actives
are: Horseback Riding, Canoeing, Archery, Hiking, Swinging, Arts &
Crafts, Claiming Tower, Zip Line, Rope Course, Campfires, And much
more.
For more information or to get a Registration Booklet, Go to
www.campjonesgulch.org. Financial Assistance and Scholarships are available.
Soda Free Summer
Did you know the average person eats almost 175 pounds of sugar a
year—about half a pound a day—and the single biggest source is sugary
drinks?
A typical 12 oz soda has 14 teaspoons of sugar. The extra calories from all
that sugar leads to weight gain that can put people at risk for diabetes and
heart disease. That’s why the Mission YMCA has signed on to take part in
San Francisco's citywide initiative to live healthier. Our camps will be a
12

How to Apply for
Financial Assistance
How to apply:
1.The 2010 Summer Camp
Financial Assistance form is
available at the front desk.
2.All requests for financial
assistance must be submitted to the
Mission YMCA on the official2010
Summer Camp Financial Assistance
form and include proof of
eligibility. Proof of eligibility
documentation to include with
your financial assistance request
are: your 1040EZ Tax Form and
each parent’s two most recent check
stubs.
3. Incomplete requests will not be
considered.
4. The 2010 Summer Camp
Financial Assistance form and proof
of eligibility documents may be
submitted via:
• E-mail:
tmarroyo@ymcasf.org
• U.S. Mail:
4080 Mission Street, San
Francisco, CA 94112
• Fax:
(415) 586-7480
Mission YMCA Summer Day Camp
Financial Assistance Program
The Mission YMCA, a branch of the YMCA of San Francisco, builds strong kids,
strong families and strong communities by enriching the lives of all people in spirit,
mind and body.
Overview:
Financial assistance is offered on a first come, first served basis and is awarded to as
many qualified applicants as our funds allow. The Financial Assistance Program is
funded by generous donors, who contribute through our Annual Community Support
Campaign. Financial assistance is awarded on a sliding scale based on your income and
family size. We cannot determine the amount of your award until we have processed
your application. Financial Aid is awarded for a limited time only, in one-year increments.
At the end of the year your membership will be up for renewal, and you will
need to re-apply with current financial information.
All financial information is confidential. Staff of the Administrative Department and
Front Desk are the only people that will see your information.
How to Apply:
Stop by the Front Desk and ask for both a Program Registration Packet, and a Financial
Aid Application Once you receive the application, complete it and attach current income
and previous year’s Tax Return. Acceptable documents are outlined on the application.
Your application cannot be processed without the proper verification documents.
Within two weeks of our receiving your application and registration packet, we
will contact you to let you know if you have been approved for financial assistance or
not.
If approved, you will visit the Front Desk to complete the program registration and
make any deposit payments. You will then be allowed to start your program. You may
complete registration and begin your program before being approved, but will be responsible
for any program fees you have incurred during the time you are in the program
if not approved.
If you are denied, you can still choose to register as at the regular full paying price, or
you may apply for assistance at another YMCA within the Bay Area. Unfortunately, we
have a limited amount of space and funds available and are not able to assist everyone.
Remember that due to limited funds, submitting your application and going through
this process does not guarantee that you will receive assistance!
For more information:
Therese Arroyo, Child Care Program Director/ HR Admin. Services Director
At (415)586-6900 or tmarroyo@ymcasf.org
13
True Camp Stories - Parents Feed Back
“My son went to your program last summer and loved it. He was at the Alvarado site
and it was convenient, the staff helpful and kind to him and the field trips were great.
I would like to have continuity as much as possible for him- it gives him a sense of
security and for me, to know he is in such good hands allows me to work without
worrying about his welfare.”

Our Staff Makes
a Difference
The YMCA requires all camps
to operate under the supervision
of professionals with education
and experience in providing
quality camp programs. Each
year we carefully select a staff of
responsible adults based on
their enthusiasm, education,
and experience with providing
quality children’s programming.
Prior to hiring all our staff, we
conduct thorough background
checks that include four
reference checks and
fingerprinting by Live Scan
technology. Each staff member
receives training in areas of
safety and leadership and is
certified in both First Aid and
CPR. This experience helps us
assure a safe and positive
experience for each child.
If you have questions contact:
Theresa Arroyo at
(415)586-6900
or e-mail at
tmarroyo@ymcasf.org
More Programs At The
Mission YMCA
Mission YMCA
Preschool Program:
2009/2010
Grade: 2 – 5 years old
Hours: 7:00AM – 6:30PM / M-F
Fees: $695.00 per Month
Location: 4080 Mission Street, SF License #
(380505722)
• Character Values: Caring, Honesty,
Respect and Responsibility
• Quality Trained Staff
• Healthy AM and PM Snacks
• Curriculum based in cognitive creative
skill building
• Newly designed classroom and playground
• Accredited by the National Association
for the Education of Young Children
• Healthy Lunch provided by Revolution
Foods
• State Licensed Facilities
We're also proud to be accredited by
NAEYC (National Association for the Education
of Young Children), and recognized
for our commitment to reaching the highest
professional standards. NAEYC Accreditation
lets families in our community know
that children in our program are getting the
best care and early learning experiences and
absolutely reinforces our mission of building
strong kids, strong families and strong communities
beginning with our youngest children.
For more information or if you would like to
schedule a tour please call Katia Alvarez Preschool
Director, or Lariece Williams Preschool
Co-Director at (415) 452-7572.
Preschool For All
Program:
2010/2011
Grade: 4 - 5 years old
Hours: 8:30AM – 12:00PM / M- F
Location: 4080 Mission Street,
SF License # (380505722)
• First Five San Francisco in partnership
with Wu Yee Children’s Services
has selected the Mission YMCA as a
Preschool for all (PFA) site. Current
funding for PFA is available for children
whose families reside in San
Francisco.
• Children must be (4) years old on or
before December 2nd, 2010.
• PFA hours are from 8:30 am to 12:00
pm
• “Wrap-around care” (before and after
preschool care) is available for an
additional fee (approx. $511.30/
month).
• Full day preschool hours are from
7:00 am to 6:30 pm
For more information or if you would like
to schedule a tour please call Katia Alvarez
or Lariece Williams at (415) 452-7572.
Open enrollment for the fall begins March
1st 2009
State Preschool:
State funding for low-income families in
need for preschool. For more information
Contact Katia Alvarez.
Mission YMCA
After School Program:
2009/2010
Grade: Kindergarten – 5th Grade
Hours: 1:30 PM – 6:30 PM / M - F
Locations:
L.R. Flynn Elementary School
Sunnyside Elementary School
Character Values: Caring, Honesty, Respect
and Responsibility
• Quality Trained Staff
• Homework Assistance
• Fun exciting group activities (games,
crafts, and much more)
• Healthy Snacks provided by Revolution
Foods
• State Licensed Facilities
For more information or if you would like
to schedule a tour please call Theresa Ar-
14

Camp Shirt Palace Order Form
Mission YMCA Summer Day Camp
All Campers MUST have a camp shirt by their 1st day of attending Camp.
Camp shirts MUST be worn when going on major fieldtrips (more information
will be posted at your Childs camp site.) If your camper does not wear
their required camp you will be charged $12.00s per shirt given to you child.
If you need another camp shirt, cut out order form and turn it in to the Front
Office. LAST DAY TO ORDER is July 1st 2010.
Summer Day Camp 2010
Camp Shirt Order Form
(Please, ONE PER CHILD)
Campers Name: ____________________________________
Camp Site:______________ Adventure Day Camp
Size: S M L XL Number of shirts: _______
$6.00 X_______
Total: _______
- Return to the front office at the Mission YMCA, and please allow 2-3 days to receive shirt.
- Payments MUST be given to the front desk and are due when you place your order.
15

Three Great
Locations!
“A Summer Filled with Learning, Fieldtrips
and Friendship”.
Mission YMCA
Preschool
4080 Mission St.
L.R. Flynn
Elementary
3125 Cesar
Chavez St.
Sunnyside
Elementary
250 Foerster St.
MISSION YMCA
4080 Mission Street
San Francisco, CA 94112
Check out our NEW website:
www.YMCASF.org/Mission
We build strong kids, strong families, and strong communities