SUMMER PROGRAMS

2008 SUMMER PLUS PROGRAM

Summer Plus Program: CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD APPLICATION FORMS

This program is designed for Hanover Township children entering grades 1 through 6 in September 2008. The program will begin on Monday, June 30^th and end on Friday, August 8^th. The program is offered in three, two-week sessions. You may sign up for one, two or all three sessions. Campers will be split with grades 1-3 at one Elementary school location and grades 4-6 at a separate Elementary school . Prices are $75 per session per child, $125 per session for two children enrolled in the same session, and $155 per session for three or more children enrolled in the same session.

Registration for Summer Plus will be held at the Community Center on the following three dates: Saturday April 26^th, from 9AM - 1PM, Friday May 3rd, from 6PM - 9PM, and Saturday May 4th, from 9AM - 1PM.

Summer Tour Program: CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD APPLICATION FORMS

The Summer Tour program is a four-week program, from July 7th through August 1st, of scheduled trips offered to Hanover Township residents entering grades 7, 8, and 9 in September 2008. Participants are able to attend a variety of trips on a week-to-week basis, Monday through Thursday. All trips will be supervised by experienced program directors. Cost is $110 per week.

Location: All trips (excluding the pool) will meet at the Community Center located at 15 North Jefferson Road . Transportation will be provided to and from the Community Center. Campers must be dropped off and picked up at this location for all designated times. The only exception is the trip to the Bee Meadow Pool. Drop-off and pick-up at the Bee Meadow Pool is on the following Mondays: July 7^th, 14^th, 21^st, and 28^th. The program directors will meet outside of the pool for sign-in and sign-out on these dates.

Registration for Summer Tour will be held at the Community Center on the following three dates: Saturday April 26^th, from 9AM - 1PM, Friday May 3rd, from 6PM - 9PM, and Saturday May 4th, from 9AM - 1PM.

LIFESKILLS/ STUDENT VOLUNTEER PROGRAM

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Who can be a Life Skill participant?

Any Hanover Township resident entering 9^thor 10^th grade who has never worked with the Summer Plus program. These participants will pay a fee of $140 to be a part of the program and receive training in CPR, First Aid, Blood Pathogen, and a Red Cross babysitting course.

Who can be a Student Volunteer?

Any Hanover Township resident who has been a life skill participant with the Summer Plus program for at least one year. Since these participants have been through the Life Skills program, there is no fee. However, participants must attend a Blood Pathogen course.

Why participate in this program?

This program provides an opportunity for future leaders to gain valuable experience assisting staff and working with children in a safe and fun environment.

What does the position entail?

Life Skill and Student Volunteer participants will be assigned to a group of campers (determined by their age) and shadow the duties of the head and assistant counselor of each group. Participants will not be left solely in charge of campers at any time. While on site, they will help organize games and activities both indoors and outdoors, as well as assist with art and drama activities. Also, all participants will attend the Bee Meadow Pool and the Hanover Lanes bowling Alley throughout the six-week program. However, participants will not attend any additional trips and should report to their assigned site on all days. Participants will be evaluated weekly by their head counselor and assistant director(s).

How do I apply for these programs?

Registration Information: Registration for the Life Skill and Student Volunteer program will be held at the Community Center on the following three dates: April 26^th, May 3rd, and May 4th.

PAID SUMMER PLUS STAFF POSITIONS

Who can apply for a paid position?

In order to apply for a paid position, one must be entering junior year in Sept. 2008 or be 16 years of age. However, if participants have had two years of training in our program as a life skill and/or student volunteer, they are able to apply for a paid staff position.

Other daily responsibilities include:

· Arriving at site by 8:30 a.m. and leaving at 1:00 p.m.

· Being present at camp for the entire six-week program

· Wearing the assigned T-shirt and sneakers (T-shirts handed out at registration)

· Aiding head/assistant counselors and site directors when needed

WILDCAT SUMMER BASKETBALL CAMP 2008

A comprehensive training camp for 4th through 9th graders held at Whippany Park High School.

Boys Camp: July 7 - 11 from 9:00AM - 3:00PM

Girls Camp: July 14 - 18 from 9:00AM - 3:00PM

Cost: $180

Head Coaches: Jeff Kleinbaum and Tom Wilson

Other instructors include members of the WPHS Basketball Team

All Campers will receive a shirt, trophy, and be provided with water daily.

PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN LUNCH