Wednesday, April 22, 2009

Lauderhill Summer Programs

Registration is open for both Lauderhill Summer Camp Programs. The first program is the Summer Literacy Camp at St. George Park. The program runs from June 15 to July 31. Children must be going into no earlier than 1st grade or later than 5th grade, or be between the ages of 6 and 10 years old. A birth certificate, parents drivers license, and the child's last report card are required.

Camp is from 7:30 AM to 6 PM, Monday through Friday, except for July 3. The cost is $190, payable by money order or cashier's check payable to the Oscar Thomas Foundation, and space is limited to 60 campers. No refunds will be given after the first week of camp. Lunch and snacks are not provided. Bag lunches and drinks must be brought by the child.

The camp will consist of academic and recreational staff. Children will receive literacy activities in the multi-disciplinary arts (reading, writing, visual arts, performing arts), life skills, organizational skills, social and personal skills, field trips, intergenerational activities, and special events.

Registration is at St. George Park Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 9:30 PM, and on Saturday 9 AM to 5 PM, until capacity has been reached. For more information call 954-791-1039.

The other Summer Camp Program is at Veterans Park. The program also runs from June 15 to July 31. Children must be going into no earlier than Kindergarten or later than 6th grade, or be between the ages of 5 and 12 years old. A birth certificate, and parents drivers license or utility bill.

Registration is at Veterans Park Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 9:30 PM and Weekends from 9 AM to 5 PM. Registration of up to 100 children will continue until capacity has been reached. Residents costs is $490 per child, and non-residents are $690 per child. Payment can be made by Visa, Mastercard or a check payable to the City of Lauderhill. No refunds will be given after the first week of camp.

Registration fees include weekly child care, field trips, swimming, arts and crafts, one camp T-shirt and trip transportation. Campers must bring their own bag lunch and drinks each day. The Camp hours are 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM.

For more information about the Veterans Park Summer Camp call 954-572-1459.

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