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Camp Shalom
Jewish Education Agency ● 4050 South Hulen ● Fort Worth, Texas 76109 ● (817) 737-9898 ● www.lilgoldmanschool.org
A beneficiary of the Dan Danciger / Fort Worth Hebrew Day School Supporting Foundation
explore
grow
learn
Adventure and Fun Awaits!
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Session Dates: Session I: June 8-June 26, Session II: July 6-August 7
CAMP PROGRAMS
GROUP OR GRADE COMPLETED BY JUNE 1, 2015
Pre-K
Threes
Twos
Ones
INFANTS
K
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Camp Shalom-Gan
Camp Shalom
Closed Week of June 29—July 3
Camp Shalom-Gan Programs
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Camp Shalom-Gan Fees
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Camp Shalom Programs
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Camp Shalom Fees
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Camp Orientation: 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 21, 2015
Get a sneak preview of our exciting summer camp programs and meet the counselors
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Each child brings his own blessing into the world
Even a child is known by her deeds
As my ancestors planted for me,
so do I plant for my children
Camp Shalom-Gan: Summer Camp for Infants thru
Pre-K
Recurring Weekly Enhancement Programs Include:
Water Wading and Splash Pad
Stretch and Grow
Camp Goodies:
Campers receive a complimentary T-shirt.
Security & Safety:
Our facility has a staffed, monitored security entrance and strict visitor
procedures, including required check-in for all campers and visitors.
Lunch:
Campers bring their own sack lunches and beverages. Lunch must be vegetarian or dairy.
(Please see our office for a list of suggested foods.)
Camp Staff:
All Camp staff are qualified teachers. All lead counselors have at least 5 years of
experience in early childhood education.
Staff Training:
All camp staff participate in comprehensive staff training, health and safety training, are
certified in CPR and First Aid, and pass a national criminal history background check.
CAMP SHALOM-Gan: Infants - Pre K
It’s fun, fun, fun for the little ones! Our camp is staffed by professional early childhood-certified instructors and assistants who
work to bring the fun and discovery of summer, including nature and outdoor play, to our youngest kids. Campers enjoy
activities based on themes that change each week, in addition to recurring general and Jewish educational enhancement
programs. Our indoor camp facilities provide lots of experiential and tactile learning opportunities, and our outdoor play areas
encourage physical activity and exploration, with lots of sand and water play.
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Choose Your Experience: Sign up for the weeks of your choice
or the whole summer!
CAMP SHALOM-Gan: Infants - Pre K
Session I
June 8-26
Themes and Events subject to change
Theme
Friday Event
Week 1
June 8 - 12
Pirates
Treasure Hunt
Week 2
June 15 - 19
Trains, Planes, & Automobile
Drive-In Movie & Popcorn
Week 3
June 22 - 26
Circus
3 Ring Circus
Session II
July 6-August 7
Themes and Events subject to change
Theme
Friday Event
Week 4
July 6 - 10
Maccabee Games
Tumble Bus
Week 5
July 13 - 17
Endangered Explorations
Zooniversity
Week 6
July 20 - 24
Super Heroes & Princesses
Super Games
Week 7
July 27 - 31
Sensory/Color Invasion
Art Explosion
Week 8
Aug. 3 - 7
Under the Sea
Luau
Create a schedule that works for you!
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Monday thru Friday
All Ages
Monday / Wednesday / Friday
All Ages
Tuesday / Thursday
All Ages
Camp Program
9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Camp Plus
9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Camp Extended
7:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Choose Your Schedule
2015 Camp Shalom-Gan Fees: Infants - Pre-K
TT
MWF
M—F
Camp
9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
$95
$120
$180
Camp Plus:
9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
$120
$155
$235
Camp Extended: 7:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
$155
$200
$325
2 years - PK
TT
MWF
M—F
Camp
9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
$85
$110
$160
Camp Plus:
9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
$105
$140
$215
Camp Extended: 7:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
$135
$185
$295
CAMP SHALOM: Infants - Pre K Fees
2 months - 23 months
Register & Pay in Full by 6:00 p.m. April 1, 2015 and receive a 10% discount!
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Registration Fees:
A $50 registration fee required with application
Payments are non-refundable
CAMP SHALOM:
Summer Camp for K—8
CAMP SHALOM: K - 8
Camp Shalom provides days of satisfying summer activities both indoors and out. Campers enjoy a variety of
themed based weekly activities in addition to recurring weekly activities to enhance their Jewish summer camp
experience. With fun and safety as our top priorities, your kids will have an exciting summer making new
friends and reuniting with old ones. “Madriheem” (camp counselors) lead the campers and guide them
through each exciting activity. Energy and enthusiasm shape the camping day through a variety of themebased programs each week.
Recurring Activities Include:
Sports
Dodge Ball
Soccer
Gaga Ball
& More!
Community Gardening
Plant
Observe
Water
& Weed EVERY day!
Swim Skills
Tuesday: Skills
Kabbalat Shabbat
Each Friday
Field Trips
Each Wednesday
Thursday: Free Swim!
Music and Song Sessions
Traditional Arts & Crafts
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Camp Goodies:
Campers receive a complimentary T-shirt.
Security & Safety:
Our facility has a staffed, monitored security entrance and strict visitor procedures,
including required check-in for campers and non-camp participants.
Lunch:
Campers bring their own sack lunches and beverages (lunch is provided during some
field trips.) Lunch must be vegetarian or dairy. (Please see our office for a list of
suggested foods.)
Camp Shalom Staff:
All counselors are adults with previous preschool, elementary school and/or summer
camp experience.
Staff Training:
All camp staff participate in comprehensive staff training, health and safety training,
are certified in CPR and First Aid, and pass a national criminal history background
check.
WEEKLY THEME PROGRAMS
Groovy Artists: Campers get creative during this fun filled week full of hands-on activities and explore all aspects of art through painting, sketching, tie-dye crafts, and more!
 Mitzvah: Design bright cheery cards for Cook Children’s Hospital, collect and organize arts and craft material for
the children at the hospital.
 Our first field trip of the summer goes to Painting with a Twist for a private painting party!
Lights, Camera, Action!!: Make way for Stage West as they lead us on a journey through everything
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improvisation, costuming, screen writing and acting.
Mitzvah: Share a performance with the preschool campers.
We’ll expand our knowledge of drama and production as we enjoy a movie at the Omni Imax Theater.
Game On: Just Do It! Sports, team work, strategy, physical fitness and healthy choices as we declare Game On!
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Mitzvah: Challenge community seniors to board games, old and new!
We’ll sing “Take me out to the ballgame” for our field trip to Globe Life Park to watch the Texas Rangers take on
the Oakland Athletics.
MACH-1: We’ll be pushing the limits during this week’s Multi-Adventure Challenge (MACH-1). Campers can take
on challenges from obstacle courses to treasure hunts.
 Mitzvah: Take the preschool campers to a Buddy Shabbat and help them through their treasure hunt.
 Our field trip goes to Lil’ Ninjas. This indoor obstacle course was inspired by the hit show American Ninja
Warrior. With two regulation dodgeball courts and a half court for basketball on top of that, it’s the ultimate challenge.
CAMP SHALOM: K - 8
DRAMA:
Lego Master Builders: Do you have what it takes to become a Lego Master Builder? This week takes us
through the world of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) with engaging activities that allow campers
to problem solve, collaborate, and reflect while having fun.
 Mitzvah: Think about ways to build our community and implement a plan on how to use STEM to enhance the
lives of others.
 Enjoy a Lego Robotics lesson and an exciting field trip to a Discovery Center.
H2O Madness: Come explore the wonderful world of water! Water slides, time on the Splash Pad, balloon
tosses, and a visit from the snow cone truck!
 Mitzvah: Mindful of our future, Campers write their own pledges for cleaner water for delivery to our state officials.
 Splish Splash on a trip to an exciting waterpark.
Wild West Adventure: Yeehaw! Go back in time to the good old days! Enjoy soap carving, weaving,
gardening and more!
 Mitzvah: Tend the garden and harvest vegetables and fruits to take to our community seniors.
 Campers will take a step back in time at Azle Party Ranch where we will enjoy a swimming hole, pole fishing,
hide-and-seek, and horseback riding.
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Mystery Week: Mystery is all around us! Join us as we explore the wonders and mysteries of this world
through experimentation and discovery.
 Mitzvah: Delve into research and deliver a hand crafted bookmark for patrons of the Fort Worth Public Library to
enjoy.
 Campers will leave no mystery unsolved after a visit from Mad Science and a field trip to Ripley’s Believe It or
Not!
Choose Your Experience:
Sign up for the weeks of your choice or the whole summer!
Session I: June
8 - 26
* Themes & Field trips subject to change
CAMP SHALOM: K - 8
Theme
Field Trip *
Week 1
June 8 - 12
Groovy Artists
Painting with a Twist
Week 2
June 15 - 19
Lights, Camera, Action!
Omni IMAX
Week 3
June 22 - 26
Game On
Texas Rangers @ the Ballpark
Session II:
July 6 - Aug. 7
* Field trips subject to change
Theme
Field Trip *
Week 4
July 6 - 10
MACH-1
Lil’ Ninjas
Week 5
July 13 - 17
Lego Master Builders
Discovery Center
Week 6
July 20 - 24
H2O Madness
Waterpark
Week 7
July 27 - 31
Mystery Week
Ripley’s Believe it or Not
Week 8
Aug. 3 - 7
Wild West Adventures
Azle Party Ranch
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2015 Camp Shalom Fees
Ages
Hours
Days per Week
Weekly Session
Camp Shalom
9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
5 days only
$240
Camp Shalom Extended
7:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
5 days only
$280
plus
$25 off EACH WEEK!
CAMP SHALOM FEES: K - 8
Register and pay in full for Sessions I and II by
6:00 p.m. Friday, April 1
and receive
10% discount
Registration Fee : A $50 registration fee required with each application
Payments are non-refundable
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Camp Shalom
Where kids can just be kids