MUMC Summer Camp
June 2nd-July 25th
Make this summer one to remember for your child with MUMC’s Summer Camp! From June 2nd to July 25th, we offer 8 weeks of action-packed, enriching experiences for children from Kindergarten to 7th grade.
Join us for a full day of fun with activities tailored to each age group, featuring faith-focused activities, praise & worship, sports, games, arts & crafts, and more, all designed to foster character and creativity.
Ages
This year, we will be running two camps, one for elementary school and one for middle school. The elementary camp is open to children who recently completed kindergarten to those who recently completed 4th grade. The middle school camp is for students who have just completed 5th grade through those who just completed 7th grade. Campers will participate in grade level activities. Kids who recently completed 8th grade to those who recently completed 11th grade are eligible to participate in our SALT program. SALT (Students Acquiring Leadership Training) students receive volunteers’ hours and are supervised. They will help in many areas of the camp. Must complete SALT application to be accepted. Limited spots available.Elementary Camp – $210/weekMiddle School Camp – $260/week (price difference due to field trips available for middle school campers)8th graders to 11th graders (SALT) – $75/week
Schedule
Weeks
Our 8 weeks of summer camp are: June 2 – 6 » Week 1 (VBS in morning / MUMC Summer Camp or Basketball Camp in afternoon) June 9 – 13 » Week 2 June 16 – 20 » Week 3 June 23 – 27 » Week 4 June 30 – July 3 » Week 5 (short week due to holiday)July 7 – 11 » Week 6 July 14 – 18 » Week 7July 21 – 25 » Week 8
Hours
Hours of camp are 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM with early drop off and late pick up available.Early drop off 8:00 – 8:50 AM – $30/weekLate pick up 5:00 – 6:00 PM – $20/week
Camp Offers
Bible
Through creative teaching and use of age-appropriate materials, the campers will learn of God’s love and how to apply the Word of God to their lives. They’ll discover how nothing can shake us when we are in God’s fortress. This station will be instructor led.
Expressions
Children will have the chance to express themselves through the creation of songs, skits, dance, and other creative activities. Children will participate in weekly contests with their groups and compete against other groups as they develop team names, posters, and skits to show their team spirit and the love they have for God and each other. This station will be instructor led.
Arts & Crafts
Your child will explore a creative side with weekly projects and activities. They will participate in indoor and outdoor crafts and enjoy being artistic. This station will be instructor led.
Outdoor / Gym Games (ODG)
The children will be led in a variety of exciting games in the open, fresh outdoors. Children will be able to play exciting team games that will promote group unity as well as skills in relating to others. This station will be instructor led.
Toy Room (Elementary School)
Toys, including Legos, building blocks, art supplies, dolls, cars and other fun items for children, will be available for the elementary school camp during Toy Room time. Children will have options for self-contained and cooperative art and play.
Game Room (Middle School)
Foosball, pool, table tennis, board games, Legos, and video games of all sorts are available to the middle school campers during Game Room time. We will provide options for self-contained art or play. All games are rated “E” on our Switch, Play Stations 3&4, and X-Box 360s. Video games will have time limits.
Peace Room
The children will have time for quiet games and activities each day. Activities include Legos, grade Level worksheets to refresh skills during the summer, reading and quiet play.
Character Counts
Children will focus on building & practicing skills of trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring and good citizenship through developing skits, campus posters, daily discussions, and games. This station will be instructor led.
Additional Activities
Morning Wake Up
Campers will gather in the worship center every morning for a time of welcome, silly songs, skits, praise and worship through dance, drama, song, and the Bible.
Praise Time Live
Campers will get to sing, stomp, clap, dance, praise, sign, and let loose in this activity where they express themselves and learn the Word of God through various forms of Christian music.
Thursday Rallies
We will have assemblies with activities and skits to celebrate the themes and skills learned throughout the summer. Children will share artwork, songs, skits and team posters.
Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity for your child to grow spiritually, make new friends, and create cherished memories that will last a lifetime. Registration begins here on January 30th or contact us at summerdaycamp@mumc.net.Let’s make this summer extraordinary together
Summer Camp Student Volunteers (SALT) Program
(Student Acquiring Leadership Training)
Basic Information
We are taking a limited number of 8th – 11th grade students to help serve at Summer Camp. Please understand, previous attendance in our programs doesn’t guarantee a position in our SALT program.Current 8th – 11th grade students require adult supervision. We have hired summer camp workers that will be working with us to help provide a safe learning environment for the SALT students along with the campers.Our goal is for SALT members to earn volunteer hours while learning about work ethics, responsibilities and being a part of a team.There is a fee to being in SALT of $75.00 per week (includes camp shirts, snacks, and other associated costs). The SALT participant will receive volunteer hours for their weeks participating. They must request their hours prior to the end of summer.
Requirements
Camp runs from 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM each day but we ask our SALT to be there from 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM daily. Each participant will receive lunch break during this shift.Please note that positions are limited, and SALT members will be partially selected based on their availability (we are asking for at least 4 of the 8 weeks
Role Specifics
The role of a SALT volunteer is to assist crew leader, station leaders and administration with miscellaneous duties including but not limited to:Assist with groups of campers with crafts, games and other activities.Extra set of eyes, ears and hands for leaders and admin staff.Assist with lunch time and snack time serving and cleaning.Miscellaneous runner duties within the camp.
Expectations
SALT are expected to show a positive attitude towards the camp, the campers, the staff and Mandarin/Longleaf Church.SALT are held to the same rules and regulations as campers; since S.A.L.T are role models to younger campers anyone showing a lack of maturity, cooperation or positive attitude.This is NOT a position of independent authorityIn the event expectations are not met:SALT are role models to younger campers. Anyone showing a lack of maturity, cooperation or positive attitude will have the following warnings.Warning #1 – Verbal warning/discussionWarning #2 – Sit down written warning/discussion that includes parent/guardian.Warning #3 – Will no longer qualify for SALT, will continue current week and only work with paid staff remaining portion of week and will not be allowed following weeks.Should a SALT member be removed from the program; a partial refund will be returned for the remaining weeks.
Cell Phones
Cell phones are not allowed during the day.Each SALT member will check in their cell phones upon arrival at camp.Each member will be given time at lunch and afternoon break to check messages/emails.In case of emergency parents will have contact numbers to call and SALT members will be given a chance to return those messages.
Application Process
Those interested in being part of SALT are to complete application and submit application with letter of recommendation to MUMC Church Office Attn: Summer Camp or email both to summerdaycamp@mumc.net .Applicants can begin applying on March 15th and will be contacted by April 15th to set up an interview process.All SALT members will need to participate in the interview process.We will notify you by Friday, May 1st with acceptance to the SALT program.After notice of acceptance, registration forms and payment must be made within 2 weeks of the acceptance, or the position will be filled by another applicant.Those who are not accepted this year will be notified as well.SALT candidates & parents/guardians will be required to attend an Informational meeting prior to staff training.SALT Volunteers will attend summer camp orientation and staff training dates.
We're Hiring!
Ages 18-years and older can apply for both part-time and full-time positions as Crew and Station Leaders. Application process for part time and full-time paid workers will begin January 30th.