JCC Camp Katan

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Camp Katan at our Yorktown Branch creates magical and unforgettable experiences for campers ages 2 through 5. Our small groups and highly trained early childhood staff make this camp unique. Each week, campers participate in arts and crafts, music, movement, creative play and Shabbat, all centered around changing weekly themes. Plus, we welcome special guests, who bring added fun and excitement. Guests may include a magician, animal guests, a police officer and more.

The Rosenthal JCC's air-conditioned pre-school classrooms provide a "cool" setting for activities. Our safe, fenced-in playground is equipped with a large shaded sandbox, water tables and sprinklers for daily use.

Field trip adventures spice up camping for our four and five-year-old groups. Our professional staff and counselors are trained to challenge and thrill campers. Come join us - and you'll find out how much fun summer can be!

Camp Groups

Pioneers (Chalutzim) For children two years old as of November 1, 2008

Your children will take a step toward independence in this fun summer camp that helps prepare them for pre-school in the Fall.  Children learn through our organized and free play activities and socialize with other children.  Our nurturing early childhood staff ease you and your child through this important transition.

Mondays and Wednesdays

9:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Explorers (Chokrim)  For children three years old as of Dec. 1 (Dec. 31 for Somers residents); Toilet-trained and non-toilet-trained* welcomed

Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday

9:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.

OR

9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. (Campers bring lunch)

Young Explorers will discover themselves through activities such as arts and crafts, creative play, music, movement, cooking, water play and much more. Our outdoor playground becomes "Club Med" with large umbrellas for shade, a sandy "beach" area, "surf" sprinklers, "wavy" water tables and refreshing drinks.

* Instead of the sprinkler, non-toilet-trained Young Explorers will enjoy water play using the water tables, pails filled with water for outdoor painting, and spray bottles.

Adventurers (Harpatkanim) For children four and five years old as of Dec. 1 (Dec. 31 for Somers residents)

5-day program: Monday through Friday 9:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. OR

4-day program: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 9:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.  (All Adventurers bring lunch except on "Pizza Fridays.") 

In addition to traditional pre-school camp with many different and exciting activities, Young Adventurers will have the opportunity to go on field trips to JCC Camp Discovery, Jolly Amusements and Putnam Discovery Center (for an additional nominal fee). Plus, Young Adventurers get to choose their favorite camp activity each day during Free Choice Time.

Discoverers (Megalim)  For children entering grades 1-3 in Fall 2008

Discoverers are curious and active learners.  They will have two weekly trips to JCC Camp Discovery for sports, crafts, swimming and more!  Back at "home base", they will enjoy Science Tuesdays, Young Chefs Thursdays and Adventure Fridays.  Theme-based trips will be planned throughout the summer. 

Mondays through Fridays (5 days)

9:30 a.m.  -  3:00 p.m. (Campers bring lunch except on "Pizza Fridays")

Pre-School Separation: Step by Step 

For children ages 15-30 months 

Mondays AND Wednesdays 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

A uniquely designed program that takes you and your child on a positive first journey through beginning pre-school.  Small class size offers your child an opportunity to make new friends, and develop his/her social skills.  This program focuses on multi-sensory activities, dramatic play, crafts, story time, music and Jewish holiday celebrations.