Registration

• Registration opens on January 23, and is on a first-come, first-served basis. 
• Families must register online at least one month before camps begin using the "Register" icon found on the homepage and throughout the website. 
• Registration for camp and after care closes at 9 a.m., one month before the start of each camp week. These dates also apply to requested changes and waitlists. 

Payments 

• Full payment is due at the time of registration.​
  • ​$350 for all full day campers age 4-6
  • ​$300 for M/W/F campers age 3
• Campers may not attend if there is an outstanding balance. ​

Refunds 

• Refunds will not be given for cancellations, withdrawals, or partial attendance, regardless of the circumstances, including changes in employment or residence, illness, vacations, or behavioral issues that prevent a camper from participating successfully. 
• Lost payments cannot be transferred to a sibling's balance, another account, or to future programs.
• If a camp is canceled due to low enrollment, families will be notified at least two weeks in advance. Families can receive a full refund or transfer to another camp. If transferring, price differences will be refunded or charged accordingly.

 
Waitlists

• To join a waitlist for a camp that has reached maximum capacity, submit all required information at registration. The camp will display a "Waitlisted" status once completed. No payment is required to join a waitlist.
• If a spot opens, families will be contacted by email in the order they joined the waitlist and will have 24 hours to accept the spot and make payment.
• Waitlists will remain active until one week before their camp start dates.

Food/Allergies

• SMDS is nut-restricted, and foods containing nuts are prohibited. Carefully check the labels of the items you send for lunch.
• Food sharing is not allowed. Although birthdays are special, please refrain from sending food to share in line with our safety protocols.

Weather

• Camps will only be canceled for inclement weather if there is a safety risk or loss of power or water. In the event of thunderstorms, campers will be moved indoors until the storm passes. Less severe weather may also result in camps moving to an indoor space with modified activities. 
• On days with excessive heat or poor air quality, outdoor activities will be modified or moved indoors, and campers will have more frequent cooling and water breaks. 

Conduct

• We are committed to creating a safe and positive environment for all campers and staff. To foster a positive experience, counselors will share behavior expectations at the start of each camp week. 
• If inappropriate or disruptive behavior arises, appropriate steps will be determined on a case by case basis, beginning with counselor intervention and moving to Directors as needed.
• If the behavior persists, parents or guardians may be called to pick up the camper. Serious or repeated issues may result in dismissal without a refund or re-enrollment.

Age Requirements & Potty-Training​

• Campers must be fully potty-trained. A camper is considered potty-trained if they wear regular underwear (not training pants or pull-ups), manage bathroom needs independently, and practice basic hygiene.
• To support our youngest campers, counselors provide frequent bathroom reminders and scheduled breaks. Their camps will have toilets either in or just outside the classroom. 
• Parents/guardians will be notified if a camper has an accident. Repeated accidents may lead to early pick-up or dismissal from the program without refund.

Smart Watches

• We do not have a “no phone policy”, but we encourage families to have campers leave smart watches at home. This allows campers to better focus on the camp activities they are here to enjoy and build relationships with fellow campers. Electronic devices can become a distraction to campers and staff alike.
• If you allow your camper to bring a smart watch, it must remain in their backpack throughout the day. If your camper needs to contact you, they should speak with their counselor to make arrangements. ​