WHEN SCHOOL IS OUT, THE Y IS IN! We offer School’s Out Camps throughout the year whenever school is not is session. Feel free to attend at any location across the city. We can’t wait to see you there! Questions? Please contact the Youth Development office at BeforeAndAfterSchool@indymca.org or (317) 484-9622. If you are interested in utilizing a CCDF voucher, please contact the Youth Development office. For more information on CCDF and to see if your family qualifies, please click here. School’s Out CampForms / InformationProgram ComponentsPhotos / Video School's Out Camps Full Day E-Learning Care Creston Middle School- Full Day eLearning Care Professional Development/eLearning Day Camps The Y offers many camps throughout the year when schools are out for Professional Development Days, eLearning Days, Parent Teacher Conferences, or a variety of other reasons. Baxter YMCA eLearning Care- 1/26/22 Harris Elementary – E-Learning Day 2/14/22 Presidents Day Camp Baxter YMCA- Presidents Day Camp Benjamin Harrison YMCA- Presidents Day Camp Irsay Family YMCA at CityWay – Presidents Day Jordan YMCA- Presidents Day Camp Ransburg YMCA- Presidents Day Camp Riverside Intermediate- Presidents Day Camp Sycamore Elementary- Presidents Day Camp Spring Break Camp Baxter YMCA – Spring Break Camp Bridgeport Elementary – Spring Break Camp Bunker Hill- Spring Break Camp Irsay Family YMCA – Spring Break Camp Jordan YMCA – Spring Break Camp Lantern Road Elementary – Spring Break Camp Mt. Comfort United Methodist Church- Spring Break Camp OrthoIndy Foundation YMCA- Spring Break Camp Ransburg YMCA – Spring Break Camp Sycamore Elementary- Spring Break Camp Witham Family YMCA- Spring Break Camp Snow Day Camps If school is cancelled due to weather, visit our Facebook page for an updated list of Snow Day Camp locations! Download File Link File Size School’s Out Camp Mask Information 48.7 KB YMCA Before & After School Parent Handbook 843.0 KB Accommodation Request Form 29.7 KB Inclement Weather Information 1.2 MB 2021 Tax Statement Instructions 133.3 KB Change Information Form Online Ready, Set, Explore!The YMCA’s School’s Out Camps Enrichment programs are offered at select locations when school is out, including Fall Break; Winter Break; Spring Break; Flex days; Martin Luther King Jr Day; Presidents Day; and Snow Days. Youth Development Program Components 21st-Century Skills Dosage: 2X/week Description: Project-based learning aligned with school-day curriculum that includes collaboration, creativity, critical thinking, & problem solving Arts Dosage: 1 hr/weekDescription: Projects with clear learning objectives that engage youth in planning, implementation, and debriefing College & Career Readiness Dosage: 2X/monthDescription: Activities that allow participants to explore career paths and higher education opportunities (e.g., career club, trips to local colleges, etc.) Family & Parent Engagement Dosage: Minimum of 1X/3 monthsDescription: Multiple ways for parents and families to engage including monthly events, interactions with staff, and volunteer opportunities Global Learning & Inclusion Dosage: 1 hr/weekDescription: Cultural events and projects that explore diverse perspectives, ideas, beliefs, and customs Health & Wellness Wellness & Nutrition Physical Activity Dosage: 30 minutes/day 30 minutes/dayDescription: A time for small groups or partners by grade to work on homework in the presence of an adult staff member Broad-based conceptual/cognitive learning that may/may not directly relate to school content beyond homework Academic Enrichment Homework Help Math or Literacy Dosage: 30 minutes/day 30 minutes/dayDescription: A time for small groups or partners by grade to work on homework in the presence of an adult staff member Broad-based conceptual/cognitive learning that may/may not directly relate to school content beyond homework Leadership Development Dosage: 2X/weekDescription: Experiences that intentionally allow participants to plan, develop, and lead program components with staff support Service-Learning Dosage: 1 project/quarterDescription: Projects with clear learning objectives that engage youth in planning, implementation, and debriefing Activities Center ChoicesChildren are given a variety of activity options, ranging from center choices to staff-directed learning centers. Individual or Small GroupActivities may be initiated by staff with the expectation that all staff will work on the activity (e.g. homework or quiet time), or they may be initiated by the children themselves. Project TimeTime is set aside for children to begin or return to a long-term project needing specified space, tools, or leadership. Large GroupActivities are designed for large group participation under the leadership of a staff member (e.g. active games or group discussions). Indoors and OutdoorsWe strive to balance indoor and outdoor activities, with a minimum of 60 minutes of physical activity and movement each day. Program Goals At the Youth Development YMCA School’s Out Camp program, we will serve your child with compassion, patience, skill and respect. It is our desire that staff and parents become partners to better serve your children. In turn, we ask that you, as a parent, help us. Let us know of any concerns, ideas or thoughts that you may have regarding the School’s Out Camp program. The YMCA is a place for families, and we want to do everything possible to strengthen and support your family. The staff at the YMCA believe each child is a unique individual with his/her own rate of development. Our goal is to introduce children to as many new experiences as possible and help each child feel confident and secure in a fun, safe environment. We are dedicated to molding the lives of our kids and creating friendships and memories that will last a lifetime. All YMCA SOC programs are designed to help your child(ren) meet the following goals: Grow personally Learn core values Develop specific skills Improve relationships Develop leadership ability Appreciate diversity HAVE FUN! Core Values The YMCA of Greater Indianapolis works to accomplish its mission by living and sharing the following core values: Caring: considerate to the needs and feelings of others Honesty: being trustworthy and truthful Respect: treating others, the environment, and yourself with dignity Responsibility: accepting accountability for your actions and role in the community 40 Developmental Assets The Search Institute has identified 40 developmental building blocks, or ‘assets’ that help young people grow up to be caring, competent, and responsible. YMCA camping programs are designed to give children the support they need to develop into healthy young people. Check out our School's Out Camps! Share Twitter Facebook Email