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Parks & Recreation
Counselor In Training Program
The Counselor In Training (CIT) program has been designed to give individuals direct experience learning about camp operations. All CIT’s are responsible for having the applicable Summerscape Camp registration paperwork completed prior to registration. Through this program participants will have the opportunity to learn concepts such as but not limited to: Resumes and Job Applications, Job Interviews, Planning and Implementing activities, Working with different age groups and abilities, Learning about day-to-day camp operations, Learn about basic medical training, Shadow various camp staff on a daily basis, Receive weekly evaluations on performance... and more!
We currently offer 2 options to participate in the CIT program. You may enroll in a 3 week session (offered twice), or a 6 week session. For those who enroll in the 6 week session, those CIT’s will receive a more advanced curriculum for weeks 4 through 6.
● Session Offerings & Fees: 3 Week Options
» 3 Week Options (8:30am–4:00pm)
Session 1: Monday, July 1–Friday, July 19 (No Camp July 4–5) Session 2: Monday, July 22–Friday, August 9
» Fees:
• Residents: Session 1: $260
• Session 2: $300 per session
• Non-Residents: Session 1: $270 • Session 2: $310 per session
● Session Offering & Fees: 6 Week Option » 6 Week Option (8:30am–4:00pm)
• Session 1: Wednesday, July 1–Friday, August 9 (No Camp July 4–5)
» Fees:
• Residents: Session 1: $600 Session
• Non-Residents: Session 1: $610 Session
Anticipated curriculum
Our anticipated curriculum will be as follows (please note this curriculum is subject to change):
Week
CIT 3 Week SeSSIon
CIT 6 Week SeSSIon
2
Camp Orientation
Camp Orientation
3
Activity Development
Activity Development
4
Applying for a Job
Applying for a Job
5
Camp Orientation
Activity Specialists
6
Activity Development
Camp Safety
7
Applying for a Job
Special Events at Camp
*Disclaimer: Participants of the Counselor In Training program are technically considered campers (not volunteers or staff of the Summerscape program) due to their age. Successful completion of the Counselor In Training program does not guarantee employment for any individual
August Vacation Camp
Who doesn’t love camp? The Rocky Hill Parks & Recreation is proud to announce our newly imagined “Vacation Camp” offerings powered by our talented “Summerscape” staff.
Open to campers grades 1 through 5, our Vacation Camp is here to fulfill your school vacation needs! Operating similar to our Summerscape offerings, this vacation camp program will host structured daily activities ranging from; crafts, sports, e-sports, games and more! (Note: Campers must provide their own food and beverage each day!)
Grades: Entering Grades 1–5 for the 2024–25 School Year Dates: Monday, August 12–Friday, August 16, 2024
Time: 8:30am–4:00pm
Location: Rocky Hill Community Center – Room 1C
Fee: $200 residents, $210 non-residents; Max.: 30
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