Summer Adventures

at The Williams School

Summer 2020

419 Colonial Avenue • Norfolk, Virginia 23507

TELEPHONE: (757) 627-0783 • FAX: (757) 333-9707
EMAIL: [email protected]
 Summer Adventures Summer Adventures
at The Williams School at The Williams School

● More camps for grades K-2

Camps By Grade
● Many K-6 camps provide swimming lessons Weeks Rising K-2
and free swim at the Blocker YMCA
June 8-12 Frozen Adventures
● Thematic Cooking with Chef Kenya June 8-12 Deep Blue Sea and Beyond
● Lunch available every day - Pizza on Friday June 15-19 Pet-A-Palooza 2
● Olympic Adventures offered for two age groups June 15-19 Amazing Animal Kingdom
● “NEW” Wilderness First Aid Adventure Camp June 22- 26 Beach Days
at ODU for rising 7th grade and up! July 27-31 High Country County Fair
• “NEW” Mindfulness Meditation July 27-31 Summer Olympics I
• To register go to www.thewilliamsschool.org August 3-7 Summer Olympics II

Week Rising 3-8

CAMP HOURS 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. June 8-12 Coach G’s Co-Ed Basketball 1/2 day
• Before Care 7:30 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. Coach G’s Co-Ed Basketball & Full day
• Full Day Program 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Outdoor Adventures

• Lunch 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Weeks Rising 3-6

• After Care 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
June 15-19 STEM Adventures
• Special Adventure Camps* 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
June 22-26 A Salute to our Armed Forces

July 27-31 Summer Olympics I

Camp Fees: Full Day Camps $300 ($325 with lunch)
August 3-7 Summer Olympics II
Half Day Camps $175
Week Rising 4-8
August 10-14 Girls Basketball & Volleyball 1/2 day
New at The Williams School
Girls Basketball and Volleyball & Full Day
Mindfulness Meditation is a mental training practice that involves focusing
your mind on your experiences (like your own emotions, thoughts, and Girls Just Want to Have Fun
sensations) in the present moment. Mindfulness meditation can involve
breathing techniques, mental imagery, awareness of body and mind, Week Rising 7th and up
and muscle and body relaxation. To practice mindfulness, campers will
June 15-19 Wilderness First Aid Course and Adventure Camp at ODU
walk with their camp counselors to the Flow Bodyworks Studio on the
corner of Olney Road and Colonial Avenue.

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 GENERAL INFORMATION SWIMMING LESSONS at The Blocker Y
Campers will receive a 30 minute swim lesson followed
by free swim three times a week where indicated. This
AGES program is for beginners and advanced swimmers.
Rising K – 8th grade Swimmers will be evaluated and put in the proper
group. Swim instructors are YMCA certified and
CAMP LOCATIONS will give in-water instruction. An evaluation and
Our summer camp adventures will take place at The Williams School, certificate will be given to campers who have
the YMCA pool and The Williams School Gym at The Blocker Norfolk participated in swim lessons for 2 or more weeks.
Family YMCA (312 Bute Street, Norfolk) as well as many other locations
throughout Hampton Roads. Come join in the fun!

COOKING with Chef Kenya

BEFORE/AFTER CAMP CARE Cooking will be part of the adventure in several
This service provides parents with extended care for their campers. camps. Campers will prepare food and treats that
Parents are required to sign their children in and out each day. An go along with the camp theme. Campers will learn
afternoon snack is provided. Fees: $5 per hour / $15 per day / $75 per about safety and food preparation and create a
week. Pre-register for both for $60 a week. cookbook to take home at the end of the week.

DROP-OFF
All campers need to be signed in each morning. Campers will go
directly to the playground and check in, or to the Multi-Purpose Room CLOTHING
(MPR) in the event of inclement weather. Staff will be on the playground Campers should come to camp wearing closed toed shoes. All clothes
welcoming campers at 8:20 a.m. - 8:50 a.m. and equipment should be labeled with your camper’s name. If your
camp includes a swim lesson, please have campers pack a swimsuit,
SNACK AND LUNCH towel and goggles (no face masks).
A morning snack is provided to full day camps. Lunch will be served daily
for $25 a week. Lunch includes an entree, side, dessert, and a drink or a
simple sandwich of ham or turkey is also available. Campers can choose T-SHIRTS
to pack their own lunch or order camp lunch certain days of the week. Each camper will receive one Summer Adventures 2020 T-shirt with his
A menu will be available June 1, 2020 on the website. or her summer registration.

FIELD TRIPS
Your signature on the Summer Emergency Contacts, Medical and MEDICAL
Policy Agreement Form gives your child permission to ride to and from The We will have one MAT trained staff member on duty from 7:30 a.m.
Williams School Gym at The Blocker YMCA and participate in sponsored -5:30 p.m. Medications needed during camp must be brought to
field trips. Travel will be in The Williams School buses. Proper behavior on the office in their original containers, by a parent or guardian, along
field trips and riding in buses is expected. with signed documentation for administration by a physician. Many
of our summer faculty are CPR/First Aid/AED trained.

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 Session 1: June 8-12 Session 1: June 8-12
FULL DAY CAMPS HALF DAY

Rising K-2nd Rising 3-8th

Frozen Adventures Coach G’s Co-Ed Basketball Camp
Frozen in June! It’s all things Frozen and Two age groups: 3rd-5th and 6th-8th
Frozen 2 this week in June. Elsa, Anna, The 12th Annual Coach Gerrard’s Basketball Camp at The
Kristoff, Olaf, and Sven- we love you! Williams School Gym at the Blocker YMCA. Campers will practice
From science experiments, games, arts basketball fundamentals, individual improvement drills, court
and crafts to much more, campers will awareness and team game experience. The bus will pick up and
spend the week Frozen in fun. drop off campers at The Williams School.

Instructors: Beth Miller, Librarian Instructors: Robert Gerrard, P.E. Staff and Coach,
Jessica Horner, 2nd grade LaTasha Chambers, Athletic Director, P.E. and Coach
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Time: 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Fees: $300 ($325 with Lunch) Fees: $175 (Basketball only)
Includes swimming lessons @ Blocker YMCA (M, W, F) and
Cooking with Chef Kenya and Mindfulness Meditation All campers should bring a water bottle and will be allowed to
purchase snacks and drinks at the canteen.
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Rising K-2nd FULL DAY

Rising 3-8th
Deep Blue Sea and Beyond
We’re escaping to the tropics and exploring the deep blue sea.
Coach G’s Basketball & Outdoor
Campers will have fun in the sun as they learn about sea animals Adventure Camp
and sea life. They will dive in and explore the deep ocean through Hampton’s Buckroe Beach, Jungle Golf, Frisbee golf, and
live animal interactions, books, songs, crafts and food creations. swimming at lifeguarded beaches are just a few places these
Get ready for some summer fun under the sea! adventurers will visit. Campers will enjoy lunch daily - on campus,
a picnic, pizza, cookout and Golden Corral buffet. Campers
Instructors: Kaitlin Davidson, Kindergarten should bring a backpack with water bottle, a change of clothes,
Maura Kikstra, Extended Day Assistant swimsuit, towel, sunscreen, shoes and snacks.
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Instructors: Robert Gerrard, P.E. Staff and Coach
Fees: $300 ($325 with Lunch) includes swimming lessons Ann Daly, Extended Day Leader
@ Blocker YMCA (M, W, F), Cooking with Chef Kenya and
Time: 8:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Mindfulness Meditation
Fees: $325 (includes lunch and all admissions for a full day)
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 Session 2: June 15-19 Session 2: June 15-19
FULL DAY CAMPS FULL DAY CAMPS
Rising K-2nd Rising 3-5th
Pet-A-Palooza 2 STEM Adventures
Come celebrate the joy of pets furry, feathery Come join us for a week of playful problem solving, tenacious
and scaly with arts and crafts, activities, visits teamwork, and contagious creativity! Just a few of the activities
with real pets and our second annual Pet Show include building a towering tower of gumdrops, wind powered
on Friday. Dogs, cats, rabbits, fish, turtles, birds, vehicles, and rainbows in a jar! The choice is yours: Are you up for
bearded dragons...we love them all. Join us the challenge of learning more and playing more than you ever
and find out who our pet in residence for the thought possible? We hope you accept this mission!
week will be; you won’t be disappointed!
Instructors: Jennifer Warsaw, 4th grade teacher
Instructors: Beth Miller, Librarian Kallie Starr, Extended Day Assistant
Jessica Horner, 2nd grade
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Fees: $300 ($325 with Lunch) includes swimming lessons @
Fees: $300 ($325 with Lunch) includes swimming lessons Blocker YMCA (M, W, F) and Cooking with Chef Kenya and
@ Blocker YMCA (M, W, F) Cooking with Chef Kenya and Mindfulness Meditation
Mindfulness Meditation
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Rising K-2nd
Amazing Animal Kingdom
Have an animal adventure this summer with
games, activities, and crafts that will make
your camper roar! We will take a trip around
the world as we explore these animals in their
habitats. Campers will also come face to face with these animals
when they visit our local Virginia Zoo. Let’s get ready for a roaring
good time!

Instructors: Kaitlin Davidson, Kindergarten teacher

Ann Daly, Extended Day Leader
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Fees: $300 ($325 with Lunch) includes swimming lessons
@ Blocker YMCA (M, W, F), Cooking with Chef Kenya and
Mindfulness Meditation.
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 Session 2: June 15-19 Session 3: June 24-28
FULL DAY CAMP FULL DAY CAMPS
Rising 7th grade and up (Minimum 12 campers) Rising K-2nd
Wilderness First Aid and Adventure Beach Days - Sun, Sand and Shells!!
Camp at ODU Let’s dive right into a week of fun filled BEACH DAYS! Books about
Do you love to be outside…rock climbing, bike riding, skiing, everything “beachy” will send every camper’s imagination
and hiking to name a few? What happens if someone gets hurt kicking up sea foam. A field trip to a local beach will have
in the wilderness, on trails, or in a remote area? Do you want campers’ beachcombing for shells and creating sand sculptures.
to know how to save a life? Splint a broken arm or leg? Treat Sand “paper” castles, seashell arts and crafts, cooking projects,
someone for breathing problems or shock? Learn how to take and songs will be part of the adventure. Put on your sunglasses
care of your friends and family! This special camp, through The and join in with the fun!
Williams School, will offer the skills and national certification to Instructors: Maura Kikstra, Extended Day Assistant
treat and care for injuries while outdoors. The camp combines Ann Daly, Extended Day Leader
education with fun. This will include classroom and hands-on
learning to become certified in Wilderness First Aid. We will use Time: 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
the ODU campus to participate in rock climbing, the challenge Fees: $300 ($325 with Lunch) includes swimming lessons
course, bike riding and more outdoor adventures. Campers will @ Blocker YMCA (M, W, F), Cooking with Chef Kenya and
eat lunch at the ODU Broderick Dining Hall. Mindfulness Meditation
This SOLO course is one of our planet’s most in-depth, intellectually- ______________________________________________________________
stimulating, hands-on 20 hour first aid courses, empowering students
with care-giving competence and confidence to save life and
limb during the critical minutes or hours before ambulance/hospital
arrival. Campers will sit for the exam on the last day to become
Rising 3-6th
SOLO Wilderness First Aid certified (valid for two years), approved by
American Camp Association, Boy Scouts of America and Girl Scouts
A Salute to our Armed Forces!
of America and more. Campers must pass the exam to be eligible for Hampton Roads has a rich military history and presence! The
the national certification. Navy, Army, Coast Guard, Air Force and Marines will each have
their own dedicated day to include a variety of activities, field
trips, and guest speakers. Wear your red, white and blue as we
Instructors: Eddie Hill, ODU Professor visit Fort Monroe, and the Casemate Museum, the Battleship
with LaTasha Chambers, Athletic Director, P.E. Staff and Coach Wisconsin and other military venues.

Time: 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Meet at The Williams School to go Instructors: Beth Miller, Librarian
by bus to ODU by 9:00 a.m. and leave ODU at 3:00 p.m. Margee Durand, English and Library Assistant
Where: Old Dominion University Campus Time: 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Fees: $325.00 SOLO course (includes book, resources, and certification), Fees: $300 ($325 with Lunch) includes swimming lessons @
lunch and all activities (ODU’s Rock Wall, Challenge Course, bike riding, etc.)
Blocker YMCA (M, W, F) and Cooking with Chef Kenya and
Mindfulness Meditation
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 Session 4: July 27-31 Session 4: July 27-31
FULL DAY CAMPS FULL DAY CAMPS
Rising K-2nd Rising 3-6th
Olympic Adventures I Olympic Adventures I
Join us for a week of Olympic Games and activities as we have Join us for a week of Olympic Games and activities as we have
fun alongside the 2020 Olympics taking place at the same time fun alongside the 2020 Olympics taking place at the same time
in Tokyo, Japan. Campers will become Olympic athletes and in Tokyo, Japan. Campers will become Olympic athletes and
participate in many Olympic events during the week. We will participate in many Olympic events during the week. We will learn
learn about the 47 Olympic events, athletes and competing about the 47 Olympic events, athletes and competing countries
countries while immersed in our own fun! Which event will you while immersed in our own fun! Which event will you medal in?
medal in? Join us and find out! Join us and find out!
Instructors: Beth Miller, Librarian
Instructors: Latasha Chambers, Director of Athletics and Coach
Christian Mallory, P.E. Staff and Coach
Chris Johnson, Science teacher
Robert Gerrard, P.E. Staff and Coach
Robert Gerrard, P.E. Staff and Coach
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Fees: $300 ($325 with Lunch) includes Olympic swimming events
Fees: $300 ($325 with Lunch) includes Olympic swimming events
@ Blocker YMCA (M, W, F) and Cooking with Chef Kenya
@ Blocker YMCA (M, W, F) and Cooking with Chef Kenya
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Summer Adventures OLYMPIC VENUES
Rising K-2nd The Williams School
High Country County Fair • Multi-purpose Room
Who doesn’t love a County Fair? We will spend this week • Kaufman Playground
exploring everything about having fun at a festival! We The Blocker YMCA
will play carnival games, have contests, make souvenirs, and •The Williams School Gym
sample fun Fair foods. We will also build our own livestock animal • Swimming pool
to show and display on the last day of the “Fair” - with each
Local Areas
animal earning a ribbon from a distinguished judge! Join us as
• Fields on W. Olney Road
we partake in all the things we love about the County Fair.
• Local running tracks and parks
Instructors: Kaitlin Davidson, Kindergarten
Ann Daly, Extended Day Leader
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Fees: $300 ($325 with Lunch) includes swimming lessons @ Blocker
YMCA (M, W, F), Cooking with Chef Kenya and Mindfulness
Meditation
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 Session 5: August 3-7 Session 6: August 10-14
FULL DAY CAMP HALF DAY CAMP
Rising 4-8th
Rising K-2nd Girls Basketball & Volleyball Camp
Olympic Adventures II This camp will focus on individual skill development, the importance
Don’t let the closing week of the Olympics pass you by! Olympic of fundamentals, and development of a healthy team attitude.
events and international cooking will be part of the adventure. Girls Basketball - Campers will take part in a variety of competitions
Come ready to be active and finish strong. We will conclude with and fundamental drill work with emphasis on ball handling, dribbling,
our very own Closing Ceremony Friday afternoon. This will be a passing, shooting and defense.
week to remember! Girls Volleyball - Campers will learn the fundamentals of volleyball
while improving their skills to prepare for middle school volleyball. The
Instructors: Beth Miller, Librarian key focus points will be setting, passing, hitting, serving and team play.
Christian Mallory, P.E. Staff
Instructors: LaTasha Chambers, Athletic Director, P.E. and Coach
Robert Gerrard, P.E. Staff and Coach
Kenya Dixon, Coach and Chef
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Fees: $300 ($325 with Lunch) includes Olympic swimming events
Fees: $175 (Basketball and Volleyball only) All campers should bring
@ Blocker YMCA (M, W, F) and Cooking with Chef Kenya a water bottle and will be allowed to purchase snacks and drinks at the
canteen. The bus will pick up and drop off campers at The Williams School.
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FULL DAY CAMP

Rising 3-6th Rising 4-8th
Olympic Adventures II Girls Basketball & Volleyball Camp and Girls
Don’t let the closing week of the Olympics pass you by! Olympic Just Want to Have Fun
events and international cooking will be part of the adventure.
After Basketball and Volleyball Camp the
Come ready to be active and finish strong. We will conclude with
girls will enjoy lunch together - make your
our very own Closing Ceremony Friday afternoon. This will be a
own lunch, a picnic, a cookout, pizza or
week to remember!
a restaurant. Off campus activities may
include a visit to a park, pool party, a movie,
Instructors: Latasha Chambers, Director of Athletics and Coach
bowling or a shopping trip. Each day brings
Chris Johnson, Science teacher and Coach
a new adventure. Let’s have fun!
Robert Gerrard, P.E. Staff and Coach
Instructors: LaTasha Chambers, Athletic Director, P.E. Staff, Coach
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Kenya Dixon, Chef and Coach
Fees: $300 ($325 with Lunch) includes Olympic swimming events
Time: 12:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
@ Blocker YMCA (M, W, F) and Cooking with Chef Kenya
Fees: $325 (includes all activities and lunch) Full day campers will
want to bring a change of clothes for the daily activities.
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REGISTRATION & FEES REFUNDS/CANCELLATION POLICIES
Early registration is encouraged. Camp sizes are limited!
● The Williams School reserves the right to modify or cancel camp
due to insufficient enrollment.
To register go to www.thewilliamsschool.org
1. Click on Student Life ● If camp is cancelled by the school, a full refund will be made. If
2. Click on Summer Adventures a camp is cancelled by a parent, a refund will not be issued unless
requested in writing two weeks prior to the camp session(s) your
camper is attending. Twenty percent (20%) of the total fee is non-
Summer Adventures 2020 Registration and Fee Form refundable.

REQUIRED VERIFICATIONS AND FORMS ● In the event that The Williams School must close one day for an
All Campers must download and submit the following forms: unforeseen event (i.e. inclement weather) no refunds will be given.
1. Summer Emergency Contacts, Medical & Policy Agreements ● If a camper is dismissed for a disciplinary action, no refund will
2. YMCA Swim Waiver (K-5 if taking swim lessons) be given.
3. Medication Administration Form (if needed) Due June 1, 2020.
The Williams School has the right to demand total payment of any
remaining account balance in the event of default in the payment
New Campers to Summer Adventures at The Williams School
of any installment and/or withdrawal of the student. Invoices will be
1.) Identification verification: copy of your child’s birth sent via email.
certification, passport, child military ID, or proof of
enrollment at a Virginia Public School.

2.) School Entrance Health Form (students new to TWS)

PAYMENT OPTIONS
• Total fees may be paid by cash, check or automatic
withdrawal of funds. No credit card payments.
• An invoice will be sent to the primary email for the balance of
the camp fees after registering online.
• To use the automatic withdrawal from your bank account,
please email [email protected].

Please make checks payable to The Williams School. Memo: Our Summer Adventures at The Williams School brochure is subject
Summer 2020. All payments or forms should be submitted to to change. Go to www.thewilliamsschool.org Summer Adventures
The Williams School by postal mail or direct delivery. to check for weekly updates and the lunch menu.

The Williams School If you have any questions please email Sally Marr or Latasha
419 Colonial Avenue Chambers, Co-Directors of Summer Programming at
Norfolk, VA 23507 [email protected] or call 757-687-0783.
ATTN: SUMMER
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 Summer Adventures at The Williams School 2020
Full Day Camps $300 ($325) with lunch
Half Day Camps $175

G rade Session
Grade Session1 1June
June10-14
8-12 Time Fees
Time
K-2 Frozen Adventures FD 8:30-3:30

K-2 Deep Blue Sea and Beyond FD 8:30-3:30

3-8 Coach G’s Co-Ed Basketball 1/2 day HD 8:30-12:00

3-8 Coach G’s Co-Ed Basketball & FD 8:30-5:30

Outdoor Adventures

Session2 2June
Session June17-21
15-19
K-2 Pet-A-Palooza 2 FD 8:30-3:30

K-2 Amazing Animal Kingdom FD 8:30-3:30

PLANNING PAGE
3-5 Stem Adventures FD 8:30-3:30

7-up Wilderness First Aid Course and Adventure Camp FD 8:30-3:30

Session3 3June
Session June24-
22-26
28
K-2 Beach Days FD 8:30-3:30

3-5 A Salute to our Armed Forces FD 8:30-3:30

Session4 4August
Session July 27-31
5- 9
K-2 Summer Olympics I FD 8:30-3:30

K-2 High Country County Fair FD 8:30-3:30

3-6 Summer Olympics I FD 8:30-3:30

Session
Session5 5August
August12-16
3-7
K-2 Summer Olympics II FD 8:30-3:30

3-6 Summer Olympics II FD 8:30-3:30

Session 6 August 10-14

4-8 Girls Basketball & Volleyball 1/2 day HD 8:30-12:00 To register for camps go to
4-8 Girls Basketball & Volleyball and Girl Fun FD 8:30-5:30 www.thewilliamsschool.org
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 The Williams School motto is HONOR BEFORE HONORS.

The Williams School works with each child to build an

enduring foundation for academic, moral
and social success.

Come join us for

Summer Adventures at The Williams School

419 Colonial Avenue • Norfolk, Virginia 23507

Go to thewilliamsschool.org to register today!