Dear Parents,
Welcome to Pinecrest Summer Pavilion! Whether your child is a returning camper or is joining us for the first time, we are pleased to offer him/her a unique and memorable summer experience. Our mission is to provide a program with variety, flexibility and fun that nurtures curiosity, confidence and a love of learning. We are very excited about our summer 2008 schedule that does just that and are looking forward to having you be part of the fun.
Pinecrest Summer Pavilion is committed to offering our campers an enjoyable and enriching summer experience in a physically safe, emotionally supportive, and fun-filled environment.
We believe our high-quality instruction, low camper-to-teacher ratio, talented instructors, and cheerful facility create the perfect environment for exploration, growth and, most of all, fun. Whether it’s for a few weeks here and there, or a full-time summer experience, Pinecrest Summer Pavilion is sure to provide just what you need.
Our camp will be available to rising K-6 students and will run for eight weeks, in one-week sessions, beginning June 23 and ending August 15. Each week, camp will be divided into two half-day sessions. The morning session will run from 9 a.m.-12 p.m., and the afternoon session will run from 12:30-3:30 p.m. Anyone wishing to stay all day will choose two classes (one in the morning and one in the afternoon) and will participate in a supervised lunch and play time. After-care is available from 3:30-6 p.m. for an additional fee.
At Pinecrest Summer Pavilion, you can custom-design your child’s great time by choosing the classes that best fit his/her needs and interests. During the eight weeks of camp, a wide selection of programs will be offered so that children can experience a lot of fun and exciting activities, not just one. Drama, cooking, writing, art, science, math, sports and a wide array of creative, themed classes will all be part of the adventure.
In addition to variety, our program offers great flexibility. Have swim team in the morning? Don’t worry; you can attend our exciting afternoon sessions. Like to spend the afternoon by the pool? Come early to enjoy a morning session and be done by noon. Interested in an action-packed summer of learning and fun or need full-time care? We’ve got you covered with our full-day camp program and after-care. Here you will find something for everyone!
We also know that summer is the time to relax, have fun and just be a kid. Like Pinecrest School, Pinecrest Summer Pavilion endeavors to develop community and build camp spirit. In addition to taking classes each week, all of our campers will have the opportunity to take part in a camp-wide activity or theme day. This might mean playing on our giant water slide, dressing for a “beach day,” participating in a watermelon seed spitting contest, running through the sprinkler, or sitting on the lawn eating popsicles together – all the things that make summer...well, summer!
Just a few clicks away on this page, you will find information about Pinecrest Summer Pavilion, including forms, schedules, fees, and class descriptions. Updates will be posted regularly. If you have any questions or need any assistance, please feel free to contact me by leaving a message at the school office (703.354.3446) or by e-mailing summercamp@pinecrestschool.org.
It’s going to be another great summer!
Beth Hartzler
Camp Director
Dear Parents,
On the night Pinecrest Summer Pavilion ended I asked one of my daughters what her
favorite part was. After thinking a minute she said, "All of it was my favorite
part." I laughed because I truly knew what she meant.
As I look back, it is so hard to say what was best because every single part of
it was wonderful. I loved greeting the kids each morning or afternoon and saying
hi to the parents. I loved the great variety of classes that were taught. I loved
getting to know all the kids and hearing, "Hi Mrs. Hartzler!" a hundred times a
day. I loved walking around and seeing happy kids that were so engaged. I love that
even though they were having fun they were often learning too. I love the busy,
warm environment we were able to create. I loved our talented teachers who came
up with amazing activities, processes, products, and shows. I loved the creative
play I saw and how children who didn't know each other on Monday were good friends
by the end of the week. I loved the pictures at week's end. The kids' smiles said
it all! I could go on and on. As Emma said, "All of it was my favorite."
It was truly a great summer for me, and for all of the teachers and staff at Pinecrest
Summer Pavilion. We had such a good time doing what we all love to do - teaching,
hanging out, and having fun with kids. We are thankful that so many of you trusted
us to be your camp this summer. It was our first year and you signed up knowing
that. We truly appreciate your support and your patience too, as we worked out some
of the kinks a first year camp has. Most of all we hope that you and your camper
were as pleased with your experience as we were.
Any of you who saw me on the last day of camp couldn't have missed the fact that
I was shedding many a tear. After months of working on and working at camp it was
hard to say goodbye and know it was ending. The great news though is that Pinecrest
Summer Pavilion was a great success and we are already eagerly preparing for another
summer of learning and fun in 2008. We have cherished all of the wonderful positive
feedback we have received and will strive to ensure that next year our program continues
to be top quality in every way.
To that end, we are creating a survey that you should receive by email in the next
couple of weeks. We would love your feedback on this summer to help us learn and
grow for next year. I also welcome emails at any time if you have any ideas for
classes you would like to see on next year's schedule (new or repeats) or any feedback/thoughts
in general.
We look forward to many new campers next year but will be especially excited for
our returning ones who we got to know and love this summer. Only 10 more months
until Pinecrest Summer Pavilion 2008 - we hope you'll join us then!
Wishing you and your children a great 2007-08 school year!
It was a great summer!
Beth Hartzler :)
Camp Director
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