J Camp
Summer Camp for Members & Non Members, K-7th grade
J Camp 2020: June 1 – August 7
J Camp is for K-7th grade members and non members who want a well-rounded day camp experience. J Camp provides a little bit of everything. Based mostly outdoors in our Day Camp Pavilion, activities include arts and crafts, sports, nature, cooking, science, Israeli culture and team building. Campers are generally grouped by grade to allow for age-appropriate activities.
Important! Click HERE to see all Covid-19 camp updates and safety protocol.
Overview
- Monday – Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. at the JCC
- Open to Members & Non Members, K-7th grade
- Registration is per week
- Participation based on the grade your child will enter in Fall 2020
- Before & After Care is available if needed (see “extras & add on” tab below)
- Undernights, overnights, and off site field trips have been cancelled
- Family Camp Night has been postponed
Questions? Contact us!
Amanda Welsh (402) 590-2152 | awelsh@jccomaha.org
Allison Burger (402) 334-6409 | aburger@jccomaha.org
Jacob Geltzer (402) 334-6404 | jgeltzer@jccomaha.org
J Camp Groups
J Camp is divided into groups, according to camper age. An overview of each age group is listed below.
K-1st Grade Camp
Our Kindergarten and 1st grade camps embrace the natural enthusiasm and energy of kids at this grade level. Our programs are scheduled to provide a day full of excitement and learning. Campers engage in a wide range of activities throughout the week. Art activities, nature activities, and song sessions are just some of the things campers can look forward to.
Schedule & Activities
Every day, campers at J Camp are given the opportunity to learn and grow. We provide a fun and socially distanced environment where kids are encouraged to participate in engaging activities and push their boundaries. These new experiences help campers develop important social skills, strengthen creativity, peak curiosity and encourage an active lifestyle. An example of a typical camp day for a K-1st grade camper is as follows:
Kindergarten & First Grade
9:00-9:15……..Car Line & Check in
9:15-9:30……..Flag Raising
9:30-10:30…..Art & Science
10:30-11:00….Nature
11:00-12:00….Lunch Rotations
12:00-1:00……Gym Rotations
1:00-2:00……..Israeli Culture
2:00-3:15…….Group Rotations
3:15-3:45……..Group Snack
3:45-4:00……..Flag Down
4:00…………….Pick Up Car Line
Daily Activities
Art activities
Nature activities
Song sessions
Sample Weekly Activities
Art, Science, Nature and Baking
Team Building
Physical Activity
Israeli and Jewish Content with Shaliach Ron
On-Site Field Trip\Guests
Friday Theme Days
Group Challenges
K Minimum: 6 / Maximum: 30 1st grade Minimum: 8 / Maximum:32
Price per week
MEMBERS
Regular: $229
NON MEMBERS
Regular: $299 / week
2nd-3rd Grade J Camp
Our 2nd and 3rd grade level of J Camp caters to kids creativity and emerging independence. Each Monday campers will select one of two chugim (choice activities) that they will participate in for that week. The chugim are designed to let campers explore specific areas of interest more thoroughly. In addition to their selected chugim campers will participate in other daily and weekly activities.
Schedule & Activities
Every day, campers at J Camp are given the opportunity to learn and grow. We provide a fun and socially distanced environment where kids are encouraged to participate in engaging activities and push their boundaries. These new experiences help campers develop important social skills, strengthen creativity, peak curiosity and encourage an active lifestyle. An example of a typical camp day for a 2nd – 3rd grade camper is as follows:
9:00-9:15………Car Line & Check in
9:15-9:30………Flag Raising
9:30-10:30……Group Challenges
10:30-11:30…..Nature & Art
11:30-12:30…..Lunch Rotations
12:30-1:30……Science &Baking
1:30-2:30……..Gym Rotations
2:30-3:30……..Israeli Culture
3:15-3:45……..Group Snack
3:45-4:00……..Flag Down
4:00…………….Car Line
Daily Activities
Art activities
Nature activities
Song sessions
Weekly Activities
Art, Science, Nature and Baking
Team Building
Physical Activity
Israeli and Jewish Content with Shaliach Ron
On-Site Field Trip\Guests
Friday Theme Days
Minimum: 8 / Maximum: 32
Price per week
MEMBERS
Regular: $229
NON MEMBERS
Regular: $299
4th-7th Grade Camp
4th-7th grade J Camp is designed to encourage independent thinking, decision-making, and engagement. Each week the campers will engage in special activities. Campers will have time to meet with our Shaliach, plan all-camp events, and spend time in the gym. All activities will observe social distancing.
Schedule & Activities
Every day, campers at J Camp are given the opportunity to learn and grow. We provide a fun and socially distant environment where kids are encouraged to participate in engaging activities and push their boundaries. These new experiences help campers develop important social skills, strengthen creativity, peak curiosity and encourage an active lifestyle.
9:00-9:15……….Car Line & Check in
9:15-9:30……….Flag Raising
9:30-10:30……..Israeli Culture
10:30-11:30……Team Building
11:30-12:30……Archery
12:30-1:00…….Lunch Rotations
1:00-2:00………Group Challenges
2:00-3:15………Gym Rotations
3:15-3:45………Group Snack
3:45-4:00………Flag Down
4:00……………..Pick Up Car Line
Daily activities
Art activities
Nature activities
Song sessions
Weekly activities
Art, Science, Nature and Baking
Team Building
Physical Activity
Archery (4-7th Grade)
Israeli and Jewish Content with Shaliach Ron
On-Site Field Trip\Guests
Friday Theme Days
Group Challenges
Minimum: 10 / Maximum: 30
Price per week
MEMBERS
Regular: $242
NON MEMBER
Regular: $315
Weekly Camp Themes
Each week of J Camp brings an exciting new theme for kids to enjoy! Themes and registration codes are listed below.
Week 1: June 1-5
Weekly Theme: Opening Ceremonies
Kick off a summer of Olympic sized fun! We will have a special Opening Ceremony celebration that will last all week long. Get ready to go for the gold.
J Camp runs 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Before & After Care is available for those needed extended care. See the “Extras & Add Ons” tab below for more information. Children who are not registered for After Care, but are still at camp after 4:15 p.m. will automatically be enrolled into After Care at a $15 daily drop-in rate.
Registration Codes
Kindergarten: 09-1001
1st Grade: 09-1101
2nd Grade: 09-1201
3rd Grade: 09-1301
4-5th Grade: 09-1401
6-7th Grade: 09-1601
Week 2: June 8-12
Weekly Theme: Celebration of Nations
USA, Japan, France, Australia and many more. Explore and celebrate all of the various nations that participate in the Summer Olympic games.
J Camp runs 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Before & After Care is available for those needed extended care. See the “Extras & Add Ons” tab below for more information. Children who are not registered for After Care, but are still at camp after 4:15 p.m. will automatically be enrolled into After Care at a $15 daily drop-in rate.
Registration Codes
Kindergarten: 09-1002
1st Grade: 09-1102
2nd Grade: 09-1202
3rd Grade: 09-1302
4-5th Grade: 09-1402
6-7th Grade: 09-1602
Week 3: June 15-19
Weekly Theme: Going for Gold
We’re all winners this week. We’ll participate in fun activities that revolve around gold, silver and bronze.
J Camp runs 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Before & After Care is available for those needed extended care. See the “Extras & Add Ons” tab below for more information. Children who are not registered for After Care, but are still at camp after 4:15 p.m. will automatically be enrolled into After Care at a $15 daily drop-in rate.
Registration Codes
Kindergarten: 09-1003
1st Grade: 09-1103
2nd Grade: 09-1203
3rd Grade: 09-1303
4-5th Grade: 09-1403
6-7th Grade: 09-1603
Week 4: June 22-26
Weekly Theme: Olympics in Israel
Go Team Israel! This week we will celebrate Israeli culture and learn about various customs.
J Camp runs 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Before & After Care is available for those needed extended care. See the “Extras & Add Ons” tab below for more information. Children who are not registered for After Care, but are still at camp after 4:15 p.m. will automatically be enrolled into After Care at a $15 daily drop-in rate.
Registration Codes
Kindergarten: 09-1004
1st Grade: 09-1104
2nd Grade: 09-1204
3rd Grade: 09-1304
4-5th Grade: 09-1404
6-7th Grade: 09-1604
Family Night: 09-0625
Week 5: June 28 - July 2
Summer Fun Days
Click here for more information on Summer Fun Day programs. Registration is per day, allowing for greater flexibility in scheduling.
There will be no programming on Friday, July 3rd.
Week 6: July 6-10
Weekly Theme: The First Olympics
Travel back in time to 1896 in Athens, Greece for the very first Olympics! Discover the events that took place. Imagine what it would have been like to be a spectator at these very first Olympic games!
J Camp runs 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Before & After Care is available for those needed extended care. See the “Extras & Add Ons” tab below for more information. Children who are not registered for After Care, but are still at camp after 4:15 p.m. will automatically be enrolled into After Care at a $15 daily drop-in rate.
Registration Codes
Kindergarten: 09-1006
1st Grade: 09-1106
2nd Grade: 09-1206
3rd Grade: 09-1306
4-5th Grade: 09-1406
6-7th Grade: 09-1606
Week 7: July 13 -17
Weekly Theme: Maccabi Color Wars
Campers will be assigned a color and compete with their team all week long! There will be games, sportsmanship and team spirit! Only one team can take the gold. Who will it be?
J Camp runs 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Before & After Care is available for those needed extended care. See the “Extras & Add Ons” tab below for more information. Children who are not registered for After Care, but are still at camp after 4:15 p.m. will automatically be enrolled into After Care at a $15 daily drop-in rate.
Registration Codes
Kindergarten: 09-1007
1st Grade: 09-1107
2nd Grade: 09-1207
3rd Grade: 09-1307
4-5th Grade: 09-1407
6-7th Grade: 09-1607
Week 8: July 20-24
Weekly Theme: Team Spirit
Campers will channel their team spirit into the annual J Camp Talent Show. Parents are invited to watch the talent show on Facebook LIVE! More details will be announced soon.
J Camp runs 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Before & After Care is available for those needed extended care. See the “Extras & Add Ons” tab below for more information. Children who are not registered for After Care, but are still at camp after 4:15 p.m. will automatically be enrolled into After Care at a $15 daily drop-in rate.
WEEK 8 FEATURED EVENT
Camp Talent Show – Friday, July 24, 2:30 p.m.
Registration Codes
Kindergarten: 09-1008
1st Grade: 09-1108
2nd Grade: 09-1208
3rd Grade: 09-1308
4-5th Grade: 09-1408
6-7th Grade: 09-1608
Week 9: July 27-31
Weekly Theme: Intergalactic Olympics
Travel to galaxies far and wide to compete in these special extraterrestrial games. It will be full of intergalactic fun.
J Camp runs 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Before & After Care is available for those needed extended care. See the “Extras & Add Ons” tab below for more information. Children who are not registered for After Care, but are still at camp after 4:15 p.m. will automatically be enrolled into After Care at a $15 daily drop-in rate.
Registration Codes
Kindergarten: 09-1009
1st Grade: 09-1109
2nd Grade: 09-1209
3rd Grade: 09-1309
4-5th Grade: 09-1409
6-7th Grade: 09-1609
Week 10: August 3-7
Summer is coming to a close. We’ll celebrate with our own closing ceremonies as we wrap-up our summer of gold. Pizza Fridays are included with J Camp registration. Every Friday campers will enjoy a delicious lunch of pizza, fresh fruit or vegetables, a drink, and dessert. There is no need to preregister, but please let us know ahead of time if your camper(s) has any allergies or dietary restrictions (kosher, gluten-free, etc.)
J Camp runs 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Before & After Care is available for those needed extended care. See the “Extras & Add Ons” tab below for more information. Children who are not registered for After Care, but are still at camp after 4:15 p.m. will automatically be enrolled into After Care at a $15 daily drop-in rate.
Registration Codes
Kindergarten: 09-1010
1st Grade: 09-1110
2nd Grade: 09-1210
3rd Grade: 09-1310
4-5th Grade: 09-1410
6-7th Grade: 09-1610
Post Camp: Summer Fun Days
August 10-14
Click here for more information on Summer Fun Day programs. Registration is per day, allowing for greater flexibility in scheduling.
Extras & Add Ons
J Camp Before & After Care
Kids that need to be dropped off before 9:00 a.m. or picked up after 4:00 p.m. have the option of registering for extended care hours. Before Care runs from 8:00 – 9:00 a.m. and After Care runs 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. All extended care programs are held in the JCC Youth Lounge. a prepackaged snack is included for Before Care participants. Registration for J Camp extended care hours are per week. Participants can choose to attend either morning or evening hours, or both morning and evening hours. Children who are not registered for After Care, but are still at camp after 4:15 p.m. will automatically be enrolled into After Care at a $15 daily drop-in rate.
Before & After Care Cost is added on to the weekly registration cost for J Camp.
Before AND After Care ( 8-9 a.m. and 4-5 p.m.)
Members: + $34 / week
Non Members: + $50 / week