NEW HORIZONS
DAY CAMP
A Look Back at Summer 2020
A fantastic summer - safe and successful!
Looking Back on Summer 2020:
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Summer 2020 was one of the most challenging endeavors any camp could take on. Every camp had to make a critical decision on weather they could deliver a fun, but above all, SAFE summer.
New Horizons set out to educate our team, consult with medical professionals, and hear from our families. We developed a plan and were confident in our preparations.
We opened on time, and were able to help over 200 campers have a safe and much needed return to normalcy during the summer months.
Our staff rose to the challenge and excelled!
Our Summer 2020 Plan:
OPENING DAY -- Monday, July 6th
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CAMP HAS NEVER BEEN MORE IMPORTANT
Summer 2020 will pose unique challenges. We have spent the past several months tirelessly preparing, refining our program, training our staff and above-all ensuring we can operate the safest camp environment possible.
From the onset, we have had two focuses. First, we have consulted with the ACA, CDC, Medical Professionals, NJ Health Department, and more to expand our robust policies in all areas of health and safety.
Second, we are committed to ensuring EVERY CAMPER can have a fantastic summer experience either physically on campus or through our Camp at Home Program.
New Horizons Day Camp has you covered for Summer 2020 and Beyond!
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K/1 Program
It’s important for your child’s first experiences with camp to be happy ones. At this early age, children thrive when they are protected and nurtured, as well as flourish when they are encouraged to explore their own interests.
Managed by our dedicated K1 Directors Katherine Cawley & John Odell, the program offers a small, nurturing environment in which your child gets a chance to experience all New Horizons has to offer while learning new sports, academic and social skills everyday.
2nd - 8th Grade
The 2nd Grade Jump Start Program helps our campers transition from the K/1 Program.
Second Grade Campers will participate with their group in a sport, art, swim and technology during the first half of the day and then build their custom afternoon! This gives young campers a chance to get comfortable with the upper program while being exposed to all New Horizons has to offer.
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The 3rd – 8th Grade Program offers a traditional camp experience while believing in the element of CHOICE. Your camper customizes their entire schedule with a variety of activities in the areas of: Sports, Technology, Creative Arts, Performing Arts, Innovations, Academic Enrichment, Media, Coding, Swimming. Activities change bi-weekly so your child will have the opportunity to enjoy new experiences throughout the entire summer!
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At New Horizons you're never stuck in an activity. Campers may elect to switch from one activity to another at any time during a session!
9th Grade & CIT
At New Horizons campers entering the 9th grade are allowed to participate in our Counselor in Training (CIT) Program.
Under the leadership of our CIT Director, your camper will experience what it's like to be a counselor. We custom fit the CIT Training for each camper, allowing them to continue to participate in their favorite camp activities while also learning valuable skills and working with our fantastic staff. The goal of the CIT program is to prepare your child for opportunities with New Horizons Day Camp for the summer before entering 10th grade.
Two Parallel Programs: On Site & At Home
From the first day of planning, we have been committed to ensuring EVERY camper can experience camp this summer. We are fully anticipating an on-site opening this summer, and we're also committed to running our "Camp At Home" program for children unable to attend on location.
Camp on Location
Over 100 Unique Activities
3.5 to 1 Camper to Staff Ratio
Small Group Sizes
Activity Choices
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Comprehensive Health and Safety Protocols
Camp At Home
Over 100 Recorded Activity Lessons by OUR STAFF
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Participate Live or On Demand
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Live Interaction with Staff and Grade Group
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Activity Supply Crates Delivered to Your Home
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Ready to join us "On Location" later in the Summer? Your Spot is Reserved
Creating the Safest Possible Enviornment
Safety is the first priority every summer, but it has never been more necessary than in 2020.
We have worked with the CDC, ACA, NJ Health Department, Medical Professionals and more to ensure we can create a safe camp environment for our campers and staff.
Additional Safety Steps We're Taking This Summer:
- We're keeping Group Sizes Small - Based on CDC/ACA Recommendations - Currently 12 Campers to a Group
- Limit interaction between Groups/Grades
- Ensure social distancing based off current guidelines and recommendations from the ACA/CDC
- Instructors/Activity Specialists will wear PPE when teaching indoors in accordance with current recommendations
- Comprehensive Cleaning between EACH ACTIVITY PERIOD
- Expanded Lunch Spaces to Ensure Social Distancing
- Comprehensive Food Safety Protocols
- Daily Health Monitoring for ALL STAFF AND CAMPERS
- 3x as many off-season staff training sessions
- Travel Week is cancelled - We will be conducting ALL EIGHT weeks on-site.
- Safety protocols for busing and cleaning between each trip.
- Hand Washing and Hand Sanitizer - CDC Recommends 100oz per day - We're already at 175oz and expanding.
- Full Support from Florham Park Custodial Staff
