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Our youngest campers get their first view of J Camp through a variety of activities that help them discover their self-identity, new friendships, and amazing experiences all while having a TON of fun!

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  • Our group swim lessons follow the SwimRight Method® curriculum patented by four-time Olympic Gold Medalist Lenny Krayzelburg (for campers ages 3-4 years old)
  • Splash pad, sprinklers, and water play (for 2-year-old campers)
  • Science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM) experiences
  • Playtime and gardening on our Naturescape
  • Theme days to get your camper pumped for camp each day

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Each day at Camp Simchah begins with table activities and open centers and our days are quickly are filled with  Swimming, Circle Time, spending time in the Naturescape, Music, Gardening, and Projects.

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AGES:

For kids 2 – those entering Pre-K

SESSIONS DATES: 

  • Session 1: June 7 – June 25
  • Session 2: June 28 – July 16
  • Session 3: July 19 – August 6

CAMP HOURS:

Regular Camp Hours: 8:45 am – 12:45 pm
Extended Day: 7:45 am – 5:45 pm

PRICING: 

Pricing is based on the number of weeks, the number of days, and which camp hours you select (Regular Camp Hours or Extended Day).
Click below on the number of weeks and which days of camp you would like to attend to view pricing.
PLEASE NOTE: Campers signing up for partial week schedules (Monday/Wednesday/Friday or Tuesday/Thursday) must sign up for either 6 or 9 weeks of camp and availability is limited. 

3 weeks (Monday - Friday)

Regular Camp
Time: 8:45 am – 12:45 pm

Early Registration Fee: $915
January 24 – March 1

Regular Registration Fee: $1,005
March 2 – May 1

Late Registration Fee: $1,074
After May 2

 

Camp Simchah Extended Day
Time: 8:45 am – 5:45 pm

Early Registration Fee: additional $525
January 24 – March 1

Regular Registration Fee: additional $576
March 2 – May 1

Late Registration Fee: additional $615
After May 2

6 weeks (Monday - Friday)

Regular Camp (Monday – Friday)
Time: 8:45 am – 12:45 pm

Early Registration Fee: $1,830
January 24 – March 1

Regular Registration Fee: $2,010
March 2 – May 1

Late Registration Fee: $2,148
After May 2

Camp Simchah Extended Day (Monday- Friday)
Time: 8:45 am – 5:45 pm

Early Registration Fee: additional $1,050
January 24 – March 1

Regular Registration Fee: additional $1,152
March 2 – May 1

Late Registration Fee: additional $1,230
After May 2

6 weeks (Monday/Wednesday/ Friday)

Regular Camp (Monday/Wednesday/ Friday)
Time: 8:45 am – 12:45 pm

Early Registration Fee: $1,440
January 24 – March 1

Regular Registration Fee: $1,572
March 2 – May 1

Late Registration Fee: $1,770
After May 2

Camp Simchah Extended Day (Monday/Wednesday/Friday)
Time: 8:45 am – 5:45 pm

Early Registration Fee: additional $798
January 24 – March 1

Regular Registration Fee: additional $906
March 2 – May 1

Late Registration Fee: additional $978
After May 2

6 weeks (Tuesday/Thursday)

Regular Camp (Tuesday/Thursday)
Time: 8:45 am – 12:45 pm

Early Registration Fee: $960
January 24 – March 1

Regular Registration Fee: $1,092
March 2 – May 1

Late Registration Fee: $1,230
After May 2

Camp Simchah Extended Day (Tuesday/Thursday)
Time: 8:45 am – 5:45 pm

Early Registration Fee: additional $576
January 24 – March 1

Regular Registration Fee: additional $600
March 2 – May 1

Late Registration Fee: additional $624
After May 2

9 weeks (Monday - Friday)

Regular Camp (Monday – Friday)
Time: 8:45 am – 12:45 pm

Early Registration Fee: $2,745
January 24 – March 1

Regular Registration Fee: $3,015
March 2 – May 1

Late Registration Fee: $3,222
After May 2

Camp Simchah Extended Day (Monday- Friday)
Time: 8:45 am – 5:45 pm

Early Registration Fee: additional $1,575
January 24 – March 1

Regular Registration Fee: additional $1,728
March 2 – May 1

Late Registration Fee: additional $1,845
After May 2

9 weeks (Monday/Wednesday/ Friday)

Regular Camp (Monday/Wednesday/ Friday)
Time: 8:45 am – 12:45 pm

Early Registration Fee: $2,160
January 24 – March 1

Regular Registration Fee: $2,358
March 2 – May 1

Late Registration Fee: $2,655
After May 2

Camp Simchah Extended Day (Monday/Wednesday/Friday)
Time: 8:45 am – 5:45 pm

Early Registration Fee: additional $1,197
January 24 – March 1

Regular Registration Fee: additional $1,359
March 2 – May 1

Late Registration Fee: additional $1,467
After May 2

9 weeks (Tuesday/Thursday)

Regular Camp (Tuesday/Thursday)
Time: 8:45 am – 12:45 pm

Early Registration Fee: $1,440
January 24 – March 1

Regular Registration Fee: $1,638
March 2 – May 1

Late Registration Fee: $1,845
After May 2

Camp Simchah Extended Day (Tuesday/Thursday)
Time: 8:45 am – 5:45 pm

Early Registration Fee: additional $864
January 24 – March 1

Regular Registration Fee: additional $900
March 2 – May 1

Late Registration Fee: additional $936
After May 2

Highlights/Description

  • We begin every day with a sing-along filled with ruach (spirit).
  • Group swim lessons following the SwimRight Method® curriculum patented by four-time Olympic Gold Medalist Lenny Krayzelburg, founder of the LK Swim Academy.*
  • Engage your mind with science experiments and investigation of STEAM activities.
  • Naturescape exploration on our newly ENHANCED Naturescape.
  • Ages 2 – Pre-K (must be 2 by May 31, 2020)

*Three year olds must be potty trained to swim in our large outdoor pool.

Dates

Dates

  • Session 1: June 29 – July 17 (no camp July 3)
  • Session 2: July 20 – August 7

Hours

  • 8:45 am – 12:45 pm
  • Extended day 8 am – 5 pm

Pricing

Half-day (8:45 am – 12:45 pm)

Early Pricing
Register on/before March 1

  • One session: $1,035
  • Two sessions: $1,764
  • Three sessions: $2,484

Regular Pricing
Register between March 2 – May 1

  • One session: $1,140
  • Two sessions: $1,932
  • Three sessions: $2,727

Late Pricing
Register after May 1

  • One session: $1,218
  • Two sessions: $2,076
  • Three sessions: $2,907

Full-day (8 am – 5 pm)

Early Pricing
Register on/before March 1

  • One session: $1,707
  • Two sessions: $2,814
  • Three sessions: $3,978

Regular Pricing
Register between March 2 – May 1

  • One session: $1,842
  • Two sessions: $3,018
  • Three sessions: $4,257

Late Pricing
Register after May 1

  • One session: $1,938
  • Two sessions: $3,192
  • Three sessions: $4,500

"Ready for Camp?" Checklist

  • Have you turned in your forms: Health Card, Emergency numbers, Allergy notification, Carpool info, & Sunscreen permission slip?
  • Do you have your camp bag ready? Is everything labeled with your child’s name (EVERYTHING, including socks & underwear)?
  • Did you include an extra set of clothes (labeled) and a bottle of sunscreen (labeled) for us to re-apply as needed?
  • If you have chosen not to sign up for the hot lunch program, have you packed a lunch for your child?
  • Did you leave your toys at home? Toys should not be sent to camp.
  • Did you check your child’s camp bag? Remember to replace wet bathing suits and towels daily. (Please send a plastic bag for wet suit!)
  • Did you come to camp dressed for swimming and with sunblock applied?
  • Medications should be brought to the office and NOT sent in your campers’ bag.
  • GET READY FOR  A  SUMMER  OF  KINDNESS AND FUN!!

Your counselors THANK YOU in advance for all your help and support!

Kosher Lunch Ideas

Packing a lunch for your child can be a daunting task even without Kosher rules. Here are some things to remember: Please avoid sending pork products and shellfish. Also please avoid mixing lunch items that include dairy and meat in the same meal. For example, packing a turkey sandwich or chicken nuggets with cheese or yogurt is not a Kosher-style lunch. If you decide to send meat, good options to send as sides are fruit and veggies.

Many parents find it easier to send all vegetarian lunches, so we have compiled a list of popular lunch items (though there are many, many more out there!). Please be sure to call or email with any questions or if you have a new idea to add to the list!

  • Applesauce, sliced fruit, or a fruit cup
  • Bagel with cream cheese/spread
  • Bean or vegetable burrito
  • Breadsticks
  • Cereal with milk in a separate container
  • Cheese and crackers or cheese sticks/string cheese
  • Cheese quesadillas
  • Egg or tuna salad
  • Eggs – scrambled, hard-boiled, or in an omelet
  • Fish sticks
  • Fresh fruit/fruit salad
  • Hummus and pita
  • Mac-and-cheese (or another pasta item brought in a thermos, such as spaghetti)
  • Muffins
  • Pasta – with sauce or as a salad with cheese, egg, tuna, and/or veggies
  • Peaches or bananas in sour cream, yogurt, or cottage cheese
  • Pizza or pizza bagels
  • Raisins
  • Sandwiches: cheese, almond/cashew/nut/sunflower, peanut butter & jelly (or bananas or celery), hummus, tuna, egg salad, cream cheese (with cucumber or jelly)
  • Tofu
  • Tofu dogs (“not dogs”) or tofu “chicken nuggets”
  • Vegetable soup
  • Vegetarian lasagna
  • Veggies & dip
  • Yogurt

FAQs

Who can attend Camp Simchah?

All faiths and families are welcome at the J. Camp Simchah is open to children as young as 2 (as of May 31, 2019) through Pre-K.

When can I register to get a spot?

Camp Simchah takes place in 15 of our Goldberg Early Childhood Center classrooms, and priority registration is given to students who are currently enrolled year-round. Once the priority window closes, our J Members receive their own priority window before registration opens to the community.

Contact David Stanton at dstanton@jccdallas.org

What time does camp start and end?

We offer half-day (8:45 am – 12:45 pm) and full-day (8 am – 5 pm)

What are my transportation options?

The carpool line is open from 8:45 – 9:10 am and 12:45 – 1 pm. Visit our Camp Simchah Guidebook for detailed information. Every family will receive a special Camp Simchah carpool tag.

Are snack and lunch provided?

Lunch is not included at camp, so we recommend sending a kosher-style sack lunch with your camper’s name on the outside. Please do not send any pork, lard, or shellfish products. Lunches should be either dairy or meat – these products should not be mixed within the same lunch sack.

We have partnered with Fino, a kosher dairy, vegetarian and vegan restaurant that will deliver lunches directly to camp. Orders must be received no later than the Wednesday before they week you wish to begin delivery. Questions about this program should be directed to Fino at 972-931-9500 or eat@finodallas.com.

Kosher snacks and milk and water are provided.

What should my camper wear or bring?

Your camper should come dressed in their swimsuit and a base coat of sunscreen already applied, and they should bring a labeled change of clothes, sunscreen, and a towel. Water safe shoes are a good idea for water play on the Naturescape. Twos should come ready to swim in their regular diapers; we will change them in to their swim diapers before swimming.

For safety, tennis shoes are best, and sandals are okay. All shoes MUST have backs.

My camper is celebrating their birthday at camp. Can I bring treats?

Yes, but please make sure all treats are in their original packaging, individually wrapped and have a recognized kosher symbol.

How are the campers divided into groups?

Children are placed by age in groups named Gan _____.

“Gan” is Hebrew for garden.

How often do campers swim?

Potty-trained Campers in the 3s and Pre-K groups participate in swim lessons three times a week through our onsite Lenny Krayzelburg Swim Academy (LKSA). This abridged camp curriculum teaches excellence one stroke at a time with the comprehensive and result-driven SwimRight Method®. The curriculum stresses water safety and provides an environment where swimming is respected, healthy and fun. Learn more about our swim academy at jccdallas.org/lksa.

Twos will participate in water play on the Naturescape.

How will I know what my child is up to each day?

Our counselors use an app to send daily pictures and communicate about the children’s day. We also use a mixture of the J Camp app, emails, and written orange notes to update parents.

Meet Our Team

Tara Sutker Ohayon
Director of Early Childhood Education
Dave Stanton & Family
J Baby Coordinator
Cynthia Casper
Camp Co-Director, Program Coordinator