Summer FUNdamentals Newsletter
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August 5, 2009
Performance schedule for Thursday, August 6th:
*Our dance program sample class/open house will be taught by our dance teacher, Katelyn DelConte. The 4-6 grade class is at 9:00, 2-3 class is at 10:00 and the 7-8 class is at 11:00. All classes are in the dance/aerobics room at Kaplan Center.
*The half-day drama program, directed by Scott Tabone, will perform a readers’ theatre of Moliere’s comedy, Tartuffe at 1:30 at Bishop Dunn.
*Ryan Naru’s regular drama classes will perform skits at 2:15 at Bishop Dunn.
*At 3:00, Grant Konno and our music classes will perform using recorders and guitars at Bishop Dunn.
* Our cheerleaders and their coach, KC Powles will perform for the final time this summer on Friday, August 7th at 3:15 on the soccer field above the Bishop Dunn playground.
Please send those surveys back! We are always trying to improve Summer FUNdamentals and our best way of doing that is to receive feedback from our campers. We appreciate your honesty and candor; suggestions and praise are both welcome! Please fill out the survey on the back of this sheet and return to front desk, or mail it back to: Summer FUNdamentals,Bishop Dunn Memorial School, 50 Gidney Avenue, Newburgh, NY, 12550.
So, you want to be a CIT? CITs (Counselors in Training) are former campers who are going into 9th or 10th grade. Most CITs serve as a CIT for two years. Current campers and CITs who are interested in being a CIT for Summer FUNdamentals 2010 should look on our website (bdms.org) in February to download and print an application.
To ti ot to tip? Every year parents ask us if it is appropriate to tip their child’s counselors. While tips are not expected, they are certainly appreciated. All of our counselors are either high school or college students who work all summer and are grateful for your generosity.
Last day to purchase shirts Thursday, August 6th will be the last day to purchase camp shirts.
Notice from the health office If your child has medication in the nurse’s office, be sure to pick it up on Friday!
SumFUN 2010 Information regarding Summer FUNdamentals 2010 will be posted on our website, www.bdms.org in January.
Thank you for spending your summer with us! Have a wonderful rest of your summer and school year. See you in 2010!!
August 3, 2009
Last week activities Special activities have been scheduled to celebrate our young performers this 6th week of camp. We invite all parents to come see what your young campers have accomplished.
*Parents are invited to sit in on a sample class for our dance program at the Kaplan Center Dance/Aerobics room. This sample class/open house will be the morning of Thursday, August 6th and will be taught by our dance teacher, Katelyn DelConte. The 4-6 grade class is at 9:00, 2-3 class is at 10:00 and the 7-8 class is at 11:00.
*The half-day drama program, directed by Scott Tabone, will perform a readers’ theatre of Moliere’s comedy, Tartuffe at 1:30 at Bishop Dunn on Thursday, Aug. 6th. Our regular drama classes will also perform various skits during the same performance. Our regular camp program drama teacher this year is Ryan Naru. Finally, at 3:00, Grant Konno and our music classes will perform using recorders and guitars.
* Our cheerleaders and their coach, KC Powles will perform for the final time this summer on Friday, August 7th at 3:00 on the soccer field above the Bishop Dunn playground.
Please send those surveys back! We are always trying to improve Summer FUNdamentals and our best way of doing that is to receive feedback from our campers. We appreciate your honesty and candor; suggestions and praise are both welcome! Please fill out the survey on the back of this sheet and return to front desk, or mail it back to: Summer FUNdamentals,Bishop Dunn Memorial School, 50 Gidney Avenue, Newburgh, NY, 12550.
So, you want to be a CIT? CITs (Counselors in Training) are former campers who are going into 9th or 10th grade. Most CITs serve as a CIT for two years. Current campers and CITs who are interested in being a CIT for Summer FUNdamentals 2010 should look on our website (bdms.org) in February to download and print an application.
To ti ot to tip, that is the question Every year parents ask us if it is appropriate to tip their child’s counselors. While tips are not expected, they are certainly appreciated. All of our counselors are either high school or college students who work all summer and are grateful for your generosity.
Settling of accounts As SumFUN comes to a close, please make sure all outstanding balances are taken care by the end of this week. Final bills for extension will be mailed home.
July 30, 2009
Orange cones for traffic Due to several traffic safety problems in the morning and afternoon, we will be blocking off non-parking areas in front of the school with cones (as we do during the school year) during the main drop-off and pick-up times. Please park your car in a designated parking space when dropping off or picking up your child. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping all of our campers safe.
Lights! Camera! Action! Plans are in the works for special performances from our drama (regular and half-day), music, cheerleading and dance programs the last week of camp. Once the schedule is set, we will invite parents to come watch what their young performers have accomplished this summer in a variety of venues. Watch future newsletters for more info!
So, how are we doing? This year we are sending home our camp survey early. Please let us know what you think about our various programs so that we can better serve you next year. We appreciate your honesty and candor; suggestions and praise are both welcome! Please fill out the survey on the back of this sheet and return to front desk, or mail it back to: Summer FUNdamentals,Bishop Dunn Memorial School, 50 Gidney Avenue, Newburgh, NY, 12550.
Birthday celebrations Due to a large number of children with food allergies, we are asking parents to please refrain from bringing in baked goods/treats for campers’ birthdays. It causes hurt feelings (for those who can’t have the baked goods) and potentially life-threatening situations for those who eat them accidentally.
Schedule changes for session three completed The deadline for Session 3 schedule changes has passed. Please do not ask for exceptions!
Help the needy The Orange County Youth Academy is sponsoring a food drive for the local community. Campers are encouraged to donate non-perishable food items by leaving them in the box located by the front door of Bishop Dunn.
FANatic Friday This Friday show your support for your favorite team by “sporting’ uniforms, logos or gear. Go Team!!
July 24, 2009
End of session 2 thanks As we come to the end of week four, we want to thank all the campers for being a terrific group. We are also lucky to have a dynamic staff of teachers, lifeguards, counselors, CITs and office staff that make our camp great. We can’t thank them enough! Here is a partial list.
COUNSELORS: (2-3) Jarrod DePrado, Lia Gizzarelli, Mollie DeMeio, Shaun Delahoyde, Dylan Loughran, Stephanie Naru, Matthew Ogden; (4-6) Allison D’Aprile, Shane Loughran, Gregory Shilling, Jason Brenner, Katie O’Leary, Naja Fandal, Riya Tocci; (7-8) Kayla Chanowitz, Elora Tocci, Kevin Gordon, Sean Martin, Eric Bruzzo. CITS: Mark Atlas, Victoria Avidano, Christina Borzacchiello, Toni Ann Buchalski, Dylan Campbell, Max Miller, Falon Moran, Christopher Ogden, Keith Osborne, Tyler Pianka, John Trieste, Nicole Vazquez. TEACHERS: KINDERGARTEN/PK - Karen Powles; 1ST GRADE - Colleen LoCasto; AM READING - (2-3) Scott Tabone; (4-5) Ellen O'Leary; (6-8) Stephanie Patino;COOL SCHOOL - Matt Barbero, Mary Birnbryer, Kim Lynch; ARTS & CRAFTS - Liz Damiano; SPORTS - Courtney Mazza; ART - Donna DelConte; DANCE - Katelyn DelConte; DRAMA - Ryan Naru; CHEERLEADING - KC Powles; TABLE TENNIS - Caitlin Stamp; K'NEX/ENGINEERING MARVELS - John Garzione; SCIENCE - Matt Barbero; SPANISH - Lisa Johnson; CHESS - Ernie Johnson; MUSIC - Grant Konno; HALF-DAY 6-8 DRAMA – Scott Tabone; FRONT DESK – Ann Giraudin and KC Powles; SPEECH THERAPIST – Pamela Giraud; DIRECTORS -James DelViscio, Brigid Killelea, Susan Trieste, & Jenn LoPresti
Parking concerns For the safety of the campers, PLEASE PARK YOUR CAR IN A DESGINATED PARKING SPACE when dropping off or picking up your children. If you pull up to the curb, it blocks traffic/fire lanes and makes it difficult for children to cross into the building safely.
4-6 Drop off for session three Parents are asked to drop off their 4-6 campers in the KAPLAN ANNEX for the remainder of camp.
Schedule changes for session three completed The deadline for Session 3 schedule changes has passed. Please do not ask for exceptions!
Food for the community The Orange County Youth Academy, who are sharing the campus with us these few remaining weeks, is sponsoring a food drive for the local community. Campers may donate non-perishable food items by leaving them in the box located by the front door of Bishop Dunn.
July 20, 2009
Blacktop reminder Since the college will be blacktopping various areas of the campus this week, the only way to reach Sum Fun’s main building (Bishop Dunn School) is through the Gidney Avenue gate. However, in the morning if your child is normally dropped off at the Kaplan Center, you should enter and exit through the main college entrance on Powell Avenue.
Safety first! While we’re on the topic of driving around campus, please remember that we have “precious cargo” walking all around campus. PARENTS MUST PARK THEIR CARS IN A DESGINATED PARKING SPACE when dropping off or picking up their children. DO NOT PARK IN FRONT OF BDMS AND JUST “RUN IN” FOR A MINUTE. Thank you for keeping safety our number one priority!
Half-Day drama performance This summer’s biggest hit is a new addition to SumFun. Separate from the traditional drama class that runs throughout the day, this class is coordinated by Mr. Scott Tabone. Campers spend the entire afternoon every day exploring the theater arts and performing classic plays. This Friday, participants’ parents can catch of glimpse of our rising middle school stars in a short performance featuring various scenes from Shakespeare beginning at 2 p.m. in the library at Bishop Dunn. Campers interested in the half day drama program for the third session should contact Mrs. LoPresti by TOMORROW July 21st.
Camp shirts a must – Please make sure you send your camper in a camp shirt every day (even Friday) and be sure it is the correct color. This helps us with organization and attendance and identifies your child as a SumFun camper to others on campus.
Schedule changes for session three Campers wishing to make changes to their third session schedules need to contact Mrs. LoPresti by Tuesday, July 21st. NO EXCEPTIONS!
Christmas in July This Friday our theme will be Christmas so wear your favorite Santa hat, jingle bells or red and green item. However, you should also wear your camp shirt.
So, you want to be a CIT? CITs (Counselors in Training) are former campers who are going into 9th or 10th grade. Most CITs serve as a CIT for two years. Current campers and CITs who are interested in being a CIT for Summer FUNdamentals 2010 should look on our website (bdms.org) in February to download and print an application. Applicants will need to provide letters of recommendation. An applicant’s maturity and sense of responsibility as a camper here at SumFUN will weigh heavily in the decision to accept him/her as a CIT. CIT spots are limited and all those selected will only be given one two-week session in which to work.
July 16, 2009
Please use BDMS gate week of July 20th Just a reminder that the college will be blacktopping various areas of the campus next week and the only way to reach Summer FUNdamentals will be through the Bishop Dunn gave on Gidney Avenue.
Fictional Friday Don’t forget to dress as your favorite fictional character tomorrow for our first-ever Fictional Friday! How many people can guess your character?
Performing Arts In the past, we have ended each session with a performing arts show highlighting our dance, cheer and drama programs. Since we have two week sessions this year, we are trying something different. Keep checking this webpage for information regarding exhibitions in week six of camp.
Schedule changes for session three Campers wishing to make changes to their third session schedules need to contact Mrs. LoPresti by Tuesday, July 21st.
Summer FUNdamentals Newsletter
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July 13, 2009
Welcome to Session Two! It’s hard to believe we are already into our second session. To all of our new campers: Welcome! To all of our returning campers: Welcome back!! Please refer to our first newsletter of the year at the bottom of this page, for camp policies.
Drop off change for grades 4-6 Campers in our 4-6 program need to be dropped off in the Kaplan Annex instead of the Kaplan lobby. The annex is on the west side of the building (to the left when you are looking at the front of the building).
Schedules are final Just a reminder that camp schedules cannot be changed for session two. If you would like to make a change for the third session, please contact our office by July 21st.
Blacktopping at MSMC Parents should use the Bishop Dunn gate on Gidney Avenue next week as the college will be paving various areas of the campus parking lots and driveways. Access to BDMS by way of the main gate on Powell Ave. will be blocked from Monday, July 20- Thursday, July 23rd.
Bravo! Congratulations to our first ever, half day drama performance last Friday. From Sophocles to Shakespeare was presented to a library full of parents and friends (and a very proud director) by our inaugural half day drama troupe. Special thanks to Mr. Scott Tabone for inspiring his actors. Campers interested in the half day drama program for the third session should contact Mrs. LoPresti.
Fictional Friday Dress as your favorite fictional character this Friday, July 17th. Prizes will be awarded in a variety of categories. Be creative and have fun!!
Trivia That’s right! The famous SumFUN Trivia Game has returned! Thanks to camper Justin Gartenberg for suggesting the contest AND the questions!
Question #1 (for campers in PK-3) What is the biggest house on earth?
Question #2 (for campers in 4-8) Who is the first player in any professional sport to have his/her number retired and what is the number?
Submit answers to the front desk at BDMS. Be sure to put your name and grade on your answer. Thanks Justin and Good Luck to all those trivia fans!
July 8, 2009
Session Two begins next week Don’t forget! We have three two week sessions this summer, so Session Two begins next Monday, July 13th. The deadline for making changes to campers’ Session Two schedules has passed.
Extension available Early morning extension WILL be available on Monday, July 13th.
Session Three schedule changes may be submitted by Tuesday, July 21st.
Remember to wear camp shirts While most of our campers are dressed appropriately, don’t forget that camp shirts need to be worn everyday. If you need extra shirts, they are for sale at the front desk for $9/each or two shirts for $16.
Late drop off Parents are reminded that campers who arrive at camp after 9:00 need to be ESCORTED INTO BDMS AND SIGNED IN.
Crazy Hat Day This Friday, July 10th is Crazy Hat Day. Wear your attractive, funny or just plain bizarre headgear to camp. CAMP SHIRTS ALSO NEED TO BE WORN!!
Counselor staff Check this webpage later this week for the names of our terrific Sum FUN counselors. They are the people that make the camp run so smoothly.
Pool’s Open! The good news is…the pool opened at 12:45 today! All swim campers will have the opportunity to swim this afternoon and will return to their original swim schedule on Thursday. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.
July 6, 2009
Campers in our AM Remediation program who arrive before 8:30 should go to the gym. After 8:30, they should go to the drop-off point for their grade group (except for grades 4-6 who may go to the library). Counselors will then bring them to class at 8:50.
Parents of AM Remediation students: If a parent wishes to speak to a teacher regarding his/her child’s progress in our intensive reading program, please call 569-3494 to make an appointment. The beginning of the day is not a convenient time for the teachers to speak with parents, as they need to be in the classrooms with the children.
Let the sun shine! As we welcome clear skies this week, please remember to pack or put on sunscreen and hats.
2nd Session begins on July 13th REMINDER: THIS YEAR WE ARE ORGANIZED INTO 3 TWO-WEEK SESSIONS. If you are not signed up yet for Session 2, please do so by Tuesday, July 7th. Also, if you want to make any adjustments in your camper's schedule for session 2 or participate in the Half-Day Drama Program contact Jenn LoPresti at 569-3494 by July 7th about availability.
Safe driving: Please remember to drive slowly through the campus as our campers are always on the move.
Cell phone reminder: Don't forget, we do not allow cell phones to be used at camp. Campers must keep phones in a backpack at all times. If a camper needs to reach a parent, s/he should tell a counselor, teacher, director or the camp nurse and the member of the camp staff will make the contact or allow the camper to use the phone at the front desk.
Pool woes: Over the weekend, a filter mechanism for the pool broke and caused us to cancel swimming on Monday. The swim campers were given the choice of going to Sports or Arts and Crafts for that period. Sorry for the inconvenience, but the pool repairs should (hopefully!) be complete and everything up and running by Tuesday.
SumFun goes green: We're doing our part for the environment by limiting the amount of paper newsletters. Please check this website on Monday and Wednesday afternoons for an updated newsletter. If you really need a paper copy, though, there will be a few copies available at the front desk.
Who's Who on staff: You may be wondering who these exciting teachers are that make your camper's experience great every day. Here's a list to help you out (on back).
KINDERGARTEN/PK - Karen Powles
1ST GRADE - Colleen LoCasto
AM READING - (2-3) Scott Tabone; (4-5) Ellen O'Leary; (6-8) Stephanie Patino
COOL SCHOOL - Matt Barbero, Mary Birnbryer, Kim Lynch
ARTS & CRAFTS - Liz Damiano
SPORTS - Courtney Mazza
ART - Donna DelConte
DANCE - Katelyn DelConte
DRAMA - Ryan Naru
CHEERLEADING - KC Powles
TABLE TENNIS - Caitlin Stamp
K'NEX/ENGINEERING MARVELS - John Garzione
SCIENCE - Matt Barbero
SPANISH - Lisa Johnson
CHESS - Ernie Johnson
MUSIC - Grant Konno
...AND THE DIRECTORS -James DelViscio, Brigid Killelea, Susan Trieste, & Jenn LoPresti
July 1, 2009
Celebrate the Fourth of July! This Friday, July 3rd, campers and staff are encouraged to show their patriotism by wearing red, white and blue. God bless America!
Early pick-up/Late drop off: If campers need to be dismissed early, please come to the front desk of BDMS NO LATER THAN 3:30. If a child is dropped off late(after 9:00) BE SURE TO ESCORT THE CAMPER INTO THE BUILDING! If campers are being dropped off late at the Kaplan Center, they need to be escorted to their activity.
Rain, rain go away… We wish it was that simple to get rid of this record rainfall we’re experiencing! Don’t forget that we do move in the rain, so be sure campers are prepared with a slicker or umbrella in their backpacks. (We do not move the kids when there is lightning in the area.)
Sorry, no substitutions As stated in the information packet mailed home to all participants, we cannot switch a camper’s activities during the first session. Thank you for your cooperation.
Half day drama program for campers in grades 6-8 has a few openings for sessions two and three. Contact Jenn LoPresti at 569-3494 if interested.
No show for session one Just a reminder that there will not be an end of session show for the drama/dance/cheer programs . We will have performances at the conclusion of sessions two and three.
June 29. 2009
Welcome to Summer FUNdamentals 2009! We ‘re glad to have you here!
Camp Procedures and Policies: Please read the following carefully:
Drop off: All campers who are dropped off between 7:30 - 8:30, should be dropped off at Bishop Dunn. Between 8:30-8:45, 4th -6th graders should be taken to the Kaplan Center. All other campers report to BDMS.
Pick up: All campers are dismissed from Bishop Dunn. Regular dismissal time is 4:00 and extension rates begin at 4:15. Children who are not picked up by 4:15, will automatically be placed in our extended care program.
Extended Care: Morning extension begins at 7:30...please do not drop off your children prior to 7:30! All extension children should be dropped off at BDMS. Afternoon extension is from 4:15-5:30. at Bishop Dunn.**Please note: for any child picked up after 5:30, there will be a flat rate of $5 per child for each 15 minutes.
Late Drop Off: If you drop your child off between 8:50—9:00, please escort your child to his/her first activity. Any child who is dropped off after 9:00, needs to be escorted into the building and signed in by a parent or guardian at the front desk of BDMS.
Camp Nurse/Medication: Char Ottowitz will be available for consultation or to drop off medication every morning in her office at BDMS from 9:00-9:30. No medication, including pain relievers, can be given to campers without a doctor’s note.
Camp shirts are to be worn everyday! Just a friendly reminder to all of our campers. SumFUN campers are expected to wear their camp shirts everyday, Thank you for your cooperation.
Bishop Dunn is going green In an effort to conserve paper, the summer’s newsletters will be posted on our website www.bdms.org. A few paper copies of each newsletter will be made available at the front desk.
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