Pennie Z. Davis Early Learning Center's Camp Shemesh
“Shemesh” is the Hebrew word for sun and Camp Shemesh is our summer camp experience for preschool friends, ages 3-5. Camp Shemesh runs from 9 am-12 pm at the Pennie Z. Davis Early Learning Center (ELC). This camp is all about fun with participants engaging in a wide range of programs including art, music, movement, fine motor activities, and swimming.
Camp Shemesh is led by our professional, NAEYC Accredited, ELC staff who are some of the best early childhood educators in Omaha. Campers are divided into groups based on their age/school level. Those who are not potty trained will need to bring swim diapers for water activities.

Camp Shemesh Program Details
Open to JCC members and non members, ages 3-5
Camp is held at the PZD Early Learning Center at the JCC
Camp Shemesh registration is per week
Camp Shemesh hours are 9 am-12 pm, Monday-Friday
Camp Shemesh by Week
Week 1: June 1-5 | Welcome Week
Help us kick off a great summer by joining us for the first week of Camp Shemesh.
Week 2: June 8-12 | Muddy Buddies
Squish, slip, slide, and slosh through the mud as we explore dirt with all our senses. We will be celebrating Mud Day on Thursday, June 11.
Week 3: June 15-19 | Hits A Home Run!
Omaha is so excited to be hosting the College World Series and the ELC is so excited to be hosting YOU for this fun week at the ELC ballpark! We’ll cap off the week with an ELC Tailgate Shabbat.
Week 4: June 22-26 | Camp Shemesh Goes Prehistoric
Stomp, chomp, and roar! Camp Shemesh is going dinosaur hunting! Help us dig for fossils and learn all about dinosaurs.
Week 5: June 29-July 2* | Shine From Sea To Shining Sea
Camp Shemesh celebrates the land of the free and the home of the brave! Wear your red, white, and blues for a week of spirit dress days, patriotic activities, and a parade.
*The ELC is closed on July 3. A prorated fee is offered for the shortened week. See next page.
Week 6: July 6-10 | Camp Shemesh Blasts Off
We’re blasting off into outer space and want you to join our mission! We’ll see planets, asteroids, and the brightest stars of all…you.
Week 7: July 13-17 | Camp Creates
Make a messterpiece with us! Explore messy projects and process art. The best part of messy art camp is that we take care of the cleanup.
Week 8: July 20-24 | Camp Color War!
The best week of the summer! Show off your team spirit to compete with your class for the coveted Color War Cup and run in the ELC 4th Annual Color Run.
Week 9: July 27-31 | Camp Shemesh Celebrates!
Let’s celebrate a great summer at Camp Shemesh! We’ll splish on the splashpad, try new foods, and have a lot of fun.
Camp Shemesh Price
JCC Member Price
Rates are per week
Step 4
Birth dates between August 2021-July 2022
|
Early Bird |
Regular Rate |
|
$217 |
$240 |
|
*$174 |
*$192 |
*Step 4 Week 5 prorated fee
Step 5
Birth dates between August 2022- July 2023
|
Early Bird |
Regular Rate |
|
$200 |
$222 |
|
*$160 |
*$178 |
*Step 5 Week 5 prorated fee
Non Member Price
Rates are per week
Step 4
Birth dates between August 2021-July 2022
|
Early Bird |
Regular Rate |
|
$295 |
$326 |
|
*$236 |
*$260 |
*Step 4 Week 5 prorated fee
Step 5
Birth dates between August 2022- July 2023
|
Early Bird |
Regular Rate |
|
$272 |
$302 |
|
*$218 |
*$242 |
*Step 5 Week 5 prorated fee
Questions? Contact us!
ELC Front Desk (402) 334-6413
Lisa Cooper (402) 334-6414 | lcooper@jccomaha.org
Amy Dworin (402) 334-6415 | adworin@jccomaha.org
Interested in becoming a J Member? Contact Member Services at (402) 334-6426.
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