Causes you can support

Looking for a cause to support with your preschooler? Here are a few:

• The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, lls.org

Dedicated to helping blood cancer patients.

• The Humane Society, humanesociety.org

Helps protect animals nationwide.

• U.S. Marine Corps Toys for Tots Foundation, toysfortots.org

Collects toys annually for less fortunate children across the country.

• World Wildlife Fund, worldwildlife.org

Devoted to wildlife conservation and saving endangered species.

• Operation Smile, operationsmile.org

Helps treat facial deformities in children across the world.

• American Community Gardening Association, communitygarden.org

Promotes and supports community gardening projects throughout the U.S.

Rodeph Sholom School Day Camp

Rodeph Sholom School Day Camp is devoted to celebrating the joys of childhood. Our enthusiastic and compassionate staff are dedicated to providing a memorable, safe, and fun summer experience where children pursue passions while gaining new experiences. Our thoughtful, age appropriate programming enables children to grow as individuals and make lifelong friendships. This Summer, we believe kids need camp more than ever! More friendships than ever! More community building than ever! More connection making than ever! More activities than ever! More joy than ever! More ruach (spirit) than ever! More camp magic than ever!&nbsp; More FUN THAN EVER!&nbsp; &nbsp; Who We Are Rodeph Sholom School Day Camp engages children ages Three through 6th Grade through experiences that help build a positive sense of self, strong peer relationships, skill development in a range of areas, exposure to new and existing passions. We are a strong community that celebrates each individual. Our camp feels like home to all of our campers and staff. Our Mission Our strong culture and community allows each child to discover new passions, create life-long friendships, and find a strong sense of belonging Pursuit of Passion Elective Program All of our rising 1st through 6th graders will have a two-hour long elective period daily, which is a chance to pursue an old or new passion. At the beginning of each two week session, campers have a chance to sign up for their Pursuit of Passion elective, or if they&rsquo;d like, they can sign up for a mix of two passions to explore. After their Pursuit of Passion period ends in the morning, campers will return to their bunk group for a day full of sports, arts, swim, and more. Possible Pursuits of Passion programs include: - Sports (Floor Hockey, Soccer, Basketball, Skateboarding, Gymnastics, etc.) - Chess - Woodworking - Studio Arts - Hebrew - Performance Arts - Music (Rock band, DJing, Acapella) - Cooking - Business and Debate - Outdoor Adventure - Architecture - STEM Based Programming

ESF Summer Camp

This camp season promises many exciting opportunities for children to learn new skills, form and nurture friendships and create lifelong memories. &nbsp; Our goal for our 41st&nbsp;camp season, through best-in-class curriculum, is for boys and girls, ages 3-15, to grow up ESF - whether it&rsquo;s sports, science, technology, the arts, or all of the above. Our experienced, all-adult staff knows that the most important role we play in our campers&rsquo; lives is to provide a safe place where they can develop the tools to become independent, confident, lifelong learners. Our 2022 program line-up includes 60+ award-winning activities, uniquely designed to encourage exploration and personal growth.&nbsp; &nbsp; Friends Happen at ESF! We guarantee that your camper will enjoy a summer with no-limits, where they can be themselves and try new things while their friends cheer them on. The memories they will make and the feeling of having a summer home to call their own is all part of the ESF experience. Enroll now, spots are limited. &nbsp; Locations: Riverdale Country School in Bronx, NY and Greenwich Catholic School in Greenwich, CT

Challenge Camp

Challenge Camp is an ACA accredited day camp focused on STEM and Arts enrichment for creative children ages 4-15 at a new location,&nbsp;Iona University. The Challenge Camp advantage is that parents and campers customize a program based on the child&rsquo;s interests, and students follow their courses for an entire session. Challenge offers over 100 STEM and Arts project based electives to engage and inspire campers. Courses range from 3D Printing, App Development, Art, Chess, Coding, Cooking, Drones, Dungeons &amp; Dragons, Escape Room, E-Sports, Filmmaking, Game Design, Lego, Magic, Makerspace, Minecraft, Photography, Podcasting, Robotics, Rocketry, Theater, VR and more! The Discover, Imagine &amp; Create program is for students entering Kindergarten in fall. Active sports options including Basketball, Dance, Fencing, Ninja Warrior, Pickleball, Soccer, Ultimate Frisbee and an on-site Swim Program allow campers to challenge their minds and bodies. A Hot lunch and snack are included. Transportation and early drop-off/extended day options are available. The program is unique as there are multiple disciplinary options your child can experience throughout the day from STEM, Art, Theater, Music, Science, Technology, Sports and Swimming. To learn more about this innovative enrichment program visit:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.challengecamps.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://www.challengecamps.com&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1704993244563000&amp;usg=AOvVaw3LRLLIWiKoUBlHE35POFyK">http://www.challengecamps.com</a>