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Department
Programs : Childrens Services |
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· Little Rec'ers Pre-School
Program
· Sun ‘N Fun Program
· S.T.A.R. Program
· Adventure Day Camp
· Summer Fun Day Camp
· Fabulous Fridays Day Camp
· Spring Break and Days of Special Need
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Summer Camp 2008 The Childrens Services Division is
responsible for the provision of school-age child care services within the City of San
Luis Obispo. During the school year, the Division operates ten (10) before and after-school child care programs at five (5) elementary schools within San Luis Coastal Unified
School District. Often, special day programs and spring break programs are provided
throughout the school year to accommodate school recesses, teacher work days and
parent/teacher conferences. To meet the diverse summer schedules of parents and children
within the community, all-day child care programs are offered at three (3) sites within the
City from June through August.
To find out more about each of these exceptional programs, click on any of the
links listed above or call (805)781-7300.
Registration Days
for the 2008-2009 Sun ‘N Fun and S.T.A.R. School Year at the Parks and
Recreation Department, 1341 Nipomo Street
A NEW registration
strategy is being implemented for the Sun ‘N Fun and S.T.A.R.
2008-2009 school year programs. All registration days will be held at
the Parks and Recreation Administrative Offices at 1341 Nipomo Street.
Registration packets are available starting July 21, 2008. Early
registration will NOT be accepted, NO EXCEPTIONS. Families with
multiple children at multiple sites must attend all applicable
registration days. If a child is to be registered by someone other
than a parent/guardian, a completed registration packet with all
signatures from the parent/guardian must be presented at the time of
registration. Registration is accepted on a first come, first served
basis until program reaches capacity. Registration for school sites
will be taken on the designated date ONLY. Open registration for all
programs begins August 11 and is on-going thereafter at the City of
San Luis Obispo Parks and Recreation Administrative Offices, 1341
Nipomo Street.
Program
Site Reg. Day(s) Reg. Date(s)
Reg. Time
C.L.
Smith/Hawthorne Monday August 4 6-8
p.m.
Sinsheimer Tuesday August
5 6-8 p.m.
Pacheco Wednesday August
6 6-8 p.m.
Bishop’s
Peak/Teach Thursday August 7 6-8
p.m.
Little Rec'ers Pre-School
Program
Little Rec'ers focuses on the developmental needs, characteristics and
individual experiences of children ages 3-5 (potty-trained).
Educated and well-trained staff present a progressive curriculum that
promotes a love of learning, fun and play. Located at the
Hawthorne Elementary School, Monday through Friday from 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Registration fee is $40.00 per child. Cost is $200.00/month full
time and $130.00/month part time (Mon., Wed., Fri., or Tues. and Thurs.)
Sun
‘N Fun Program
Sun ‘N Fun is a state
licensed drop-in program offering before and after- school child care services
to students in kindergarten through the sixth grade. The Sun 'n Fun
programs are committed to lifelong learning, cultural unity, personal
growth and wellness. At the same time, this program affords parents the peace of mind
associated with knowing their children are receiving experienced, competent child care
services.
To best serve the
needs of all children, Sun ‘N Fun is located on campus at five elementary schools within the City.
(See the Sun ‘N Fun FAQs for specific locations and
hours of operation.) Each site is staffed at a low one-to-fourteen teacher/student ratio.
The daily curriculum includes a variety of developmentally appropriate indoor and outdoor
activities and experiences, homework assistance, nutritional mid-morning and afternoon snacks, and
group times. (Lunch is not provided) Enrollment is on a first-come/first-serve basis
and is limited by state licensing capacity mandates.
S.T.A.R. Program (Students Taking Active Responsibility)
The Students Taking
Active Responsibility (S.T.A.R.) program is an after- school program
designed specifically for 4th, 5th and 6th graders. Understanding
the needs and interests of upper elementary children, the program's
curriculum incorporates a variety of components that promote health and
wellness, personal growth and success, inclusion of family, school and
community and of course, fun and play. The components are:
"S"
Support
"T" Taking Active
Responsibility
"A" Academics
"R" Recreation
(See the S.T.A.R. Program FAQs for specific locations and hours of
operation.)
Adventure Day Camp
From June through August of each year,
the Children Services Division operates a summer day
camp program—Adventure Day Camp (ADC). ADC is a pre-registered summer program
for children 6-12 year olds (5 if completed kindergarten). To accommodate age differences and
activity preferences, the camp is divided into two sections: 6-8 year
olds and 9-12 year olds. ADC curriculum includes art and creative
expression, drama, science and exploration, music and movement, indoor
and outdoor games and sports, on-site special events, swimming trips and
weekly excursions to places such as The Monterey Bay Aquarium and The
Ravine Water Park in Paso Robles. Mid-morning and afternoon snacks are provided and
parents are responsible for
childs daily sack lunch. Enrollment is limited. For more information regarding
Adventure Day Camp, call (805)781-7300, or see the Adventure Day
Camp Program FAQs.
Summer Fun Day Camp
Summer Fun Day Camp
(SFDC) is a
flexible, pre-registered program serving children participating in San Luis Coastal
Unified School Districts summer school program, as well as children
who are in need of part-time care. The daily schedule includes games,
sports, arts and crafts, music, drama and more. SFDC is divided
into two (2) age groups: 6-8 year olds (5 year olds if completed
kindergarten) and 9-12 year olds. For more information on Summer Fun, call
(805)781-7300, or see the Summer Fun Day Camp FAQs.
Fabulous
Fridays
Day Camp
For Fridays only,
Summer Camp staff offers a full day camp for all children 6-12
years old (5 years old if completed kindergarten). Children do not
need to be enrolled in ADC or SFDC to attend. Exciting field trips
and fun activities will make the summer's Friday fabulous! For
more information on
Fabulous Fridays Day Camp, call (805)781-7300.
Spring
Break
Camp and Days of Special Need
Special day programs and
a Spring Break Camp are offered to provide care when school is not in
session. These programs vary in length and cost depending on the need. For more
information on special programs, call (805)781-7300. |