Program Description
About Camp
2024 Youth Summer Camp
June 03 – August 09, 2024 (Closed on July 4th) | Monday – Friday 7:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Summer Camp registrations will be processed within 04 business days of registration. Please register accordingly as some last-minute registrations may not be processed in time. Thank you.
ABOUT SUMMER CAMP
- This summer at the Chinese Community Center, students will be joining the cast at our network cable channel! We will be airing 10 weeks of fun-filled curriculum that will cover topics from food to travel to animals and family. All of the materials taught will correspond to our network cable channel theme.
- All course materials will correspond to our summer theme to offer activities-based, hands-on curriculum, supplemented by fun and exciting recreational activities.
- Program content will meet TEKS (Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills) guidelines. Participating in summer learning will ensure students’ success in the upcoming school year and slow down what is traditionally known as summer learning loss.
Community Service Opportunity
Students will also have an opportunity to participate in various community service projects. By learning about community service at an early age, kids can gain a sense of responsibility and learn about tolerance, which is greatly needed in today’s society.
Our Staff
All staff are well trained and meet state mandated requirements. Knowledgeable and caring instructors teach students important life lessons and values such as morals, ethics, respect, and responsibility beyond classroom lessons.
FEATURED THIS SUMMER
Social-Emotional and
Academic Development
Students will explore theme inspired STEM, Art, Social Studies and English curriculum in a fun and hands-on way. Camp will focus on students’ social-emotional learning to encourage empathy and social awareness.
Summer Reading Program
Students will be provided books and time to read and discuss exciting, age-appropriate books with their peers. Limited spots available in our weekly book clubs.
Weekly Fieldtrips
All students will be able to attend fieldtrips around the Houston area on a weekly basis. This is an opportunity for our students to explore the Houston area with their peers and gain learning experiences beyond the classroom.
Chinese Language Add-On
For an additional fee, add on optional interactive Chinese language classes which are offered three times a week for three hours per day – a total of nine hours of language programming per week.
Specialty STEM Programming
Students will participate in four weeks of specialty STEM programming (Sphero Learning Robots in June and Drone Legends in July). Limited spots are available for each session and there is no additional cost with summer camp enrollment. Students must be available the entire four-week session to be eligible to participate.
Weekly Programming
Our weekly programming allows for flexible scheduling. Sign up for the weeks that fit your family’s schedule.
Hands-On Learning
Our hands-on learning opportunities teaches students academic concepts to allow students to connect abstract concepts with real-world applications.
Sports & Water Activities
Team-building sports and optional water activities on our recreational Fridays.
Transportation
Transportation is available to and from the new HISD Mandarin Immersion Magnet School (MIMS) campus or Feld Park next to MIMS old campus is available (additional fee). Spaces are limited!
Summer Camp Schedules and Forms
The Chinese Community Center’s Child Development and Youth Programs participate in the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Adult Care Food Program. Students are served nutritious meals that follow TDA’s meal guidelines. The program does not discriminate against any potential participant.
Chinese Camp
2024 Chinese Summer Camp
Details
Dates
June 03, 2024 to August 09, 2024 (closed 4th of July week)
Schedule
Chinese Language Classes:
- Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday, 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Age Requirement
5-13 years old students with basic Chinese knowledge
Tuition
$235/week (Summer Camp with Chinese Language add-on)
Highlights
Class Length
Classes will be conducted in person 3 days/week for 3 hours/day.
Course Content
Courses include pinyin, literacy, vocabulary, daily conversation, audio-visual courses, children’s songs, reading, and writing.
Themed weeks
The curriculum is designed to teach weekly thematic content. Weeks are independent of each other and offer flexibility in scheduling.
Chinese Learning
Opportunities will be available throughout camp to practice conversational Chinese with native Chinese speakers.
Technology Use
Technological devices will be utilized to support and increase children’s interest in learning.
Interactive Activities
Crafts, storytelling, and games will be used to help introduce Chinese culture to students while practicing conversational Chinese.
Chinese Summer Camp Schedules
Tuition & Registration
Tuition Rates
Registration Fee
$30/child ($15/child if registered before May 15, 2024)
Weekly Rate
- $195 | If registered and paid by the Friday before first day of enrolled week
- $205 | Payment made week of enrollment
- $40 | Chinese Language add-on/week (3 days/week; 3 hours/day)
Daily Rate (if enrolling for less than 5 days/week)
$50/day – on-site days
No fieldtrip daily enrollments. Fieldtrips only offered as part of full week enrollments.
- Discounts are given for siblings and monthly payments(4 week periods).
- Pro-rated weekly tuition for 4th of July week.
Cancellations/Change of Enrollment
- 100% future credit or refund through check minus a $30 processing fee will be given for cancellations made at least 5 days before program period.
- No future credit will be given for no-shows or cancellations made less than 5 days before program day.
Registration
Work with Us
Become a Summer Camp Staff!
Join our team! The Chinese Community Center’s licensed Summer Camp Program is looking for camp staff to work with elementary and middle school aged children. Our students are in need of caring adults that will interact with them in a caring and patient manner while encouraging them to learn through exploration.
Camp Staff Responsibilities
- Shift options:
- Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 7:15 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. or 8:45 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. OR
- Tuesday and Friday from 7:15 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. or 8:45 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
- Supervising children in all activities and areas
- Creating age-appropriate curriculum within various subjects (Math, English, Science, Art, P.E., and Social Studies)
- Creating age-appropriate recreational activities (team sports, games, music, dance, or other interests such as Robotics and STEM)
- Engaging children in hands-on, age-appropriate activities
- Ensuring students’ safety and well-being
Qualifications
- At least 18 years old and a high school graduate
- Commitment to work full summer program (5/28/24-8/9/24)
- Must have reliable transportation
- Passionate, caring, and motivated to be a part of our students’ growth and success
- Background check and finger printing are mandatory
- Attend CPR/First Aid training and other trainings provided by and paid for through the program.
- Bilingual in Chinese, Vietnamese, or Spanish is a plus
Apply
If you love children and enjoy working with them, we would love to talk with you!
Please send resume to Megan Goodwin at mgoodwin@ccchouston.org.
Volunteer
Volunteer at Youth Summer Camp!
Thank you for your interest in a volunteer position with the
Chinese Community Center Youth Summer Camp Program!
ALL VOLUNTEERS MUST BE AT LEAST 14 YEARS OF AGE.
Summer Camp Volunteer Registration Form
For those interested, please fill out the form below:
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