As chanichim (campers) mature, do does our camp program! Each kayitz (summer) at RDC is filled with new 'firsts' for our chanichim, and builds on their previous experiences in order to grow.
Below is the overview by edah (division):
Pre-pre K
Gurim
Experience camp for the first time!
- Chanichim (campers) get a taste of all of the different program areas with sport, omanut (art), teva (nature) etc.
- Focus on basic pool skills – getting comfortable in the water, putting their heads under and, as appropriate, basic stroke skill development (kicking, moving arms, etc.)
- One “undernight” experience where chanichim (campers) stay after camp for special programming and dinner!
Current Pre-K
Shorashim
- Increased time in all program areas, allowing for increased skill development
- Larger edah (division) of campers allows for more peer social skill development
- First opportunity to enroll in Sha’ar: Philadelphia – our Hebrew immersion program
- One “undernight” experience where chanichim (campers) stay after camp for special programming and dinner!
Current Kindergarten
Cochavim
- First regular opportunity to develop skills on the Ropes Course
- Increased time in program activities to further develop interest and skill
- Sha’ar Philadelphia: A Hebrew Immersion program – all Cochavim campers are invited to participate in this unique program that offers the Ramah Day Camp experience, in Hebrew. For more information, check out our Sha’ar program.
- One “undernight” experience where chanichim (campers) stay after camp for special programming and dinner!
Current 1st Grade
Nitzanim
- Choice becomes part of the regular weekly schedule. The choices vary, but, generally include drama, dance, art, woodworking, sport and ropes.
- Nitzanim participate in an out-of-camp hiking trip that focuses on outdoor education skills and some basic camping skills.
- Sha’ar Philadelphia: A Hebrew Immersion program – all Nitzanim campers are invited to participate in this unique program that offers the Ramah Day Camp experience, in Hebrew. For more information, check out our Sha’ar program.
- One “undernight” experience where chanichim (campers) stay after camp for special programming and dinner!
Current 2nd Grade
Alonim
- Chanichim (campers) have an opportunity to select an activity they want to explore more deeply over the course of a session. Options have included sport, teva (nature), performing arts, omanut (art), woodworking and outdoor adventure.
- Archery is offered as an option for the first time.
- First sleepover at camp!
Current 3rd Grade
Solelim
- Chanichim (campers) further hone their camping skills by participating in a 2-day, 1-night hiking and camping trip where they sleep in tents.
- The majority of their day is filled with self-selected activities: sport, omanut (art), teva (nature), nagarut (woodworking) and more through bechirah (choice) options.
Current 4th & 5th Grade
Arazim Alef & Bet
Arazim is a two-year program that builds on the development of your child’s skills and preferences and shifts slightly each year. Each summer, Arazim chanichim (campers) participate in a 3-day 2-night trip, generally at a campsite. The majority of their day is filled with self-selected activities.
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