Session, Dates & Tuition
Tuition for the Summer of 2013 - SESSION 1
| Entering Grade | Program | Start Date | End Date | Number of Days | Camp Tuition | Early Bird Price (Until Nov 3) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2-6 | A Taste of Sprout Lake | June 26 | July 3 | 7 | $1225 | $1225 |
| 2-4 | Nitzanim | June 26 | July 10 | 14 | $2450 | $2450 |
| 2-4 | Offarim | June 26 | July 21 | 26 | $4070 | $4000 |
| 5-6 | Tzofim | June 26 | July 21 | 26 | $4070 | $4000 |
| 7 | Kesher | June 26 | July 21 | 26 | $4070 | $4000 |
| 8 | Bogrim | June 26 | July 21 | 26 | $4070 | $4000 |
Tuition for the Summer of 2013 - SESSION 2
| Entering Grade | Program | Start Date | End Date | Number of Days | Camp Tuition | Early Bird Price (Until Nov 3) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2-6 | A Taste of Sprout Lake | July 24 | July 31 | 7 | $1225 | $1225 |
| 2-4 | Nitzanim | July 24 | Aug 7 | 14 | $2450 | $2450 |
| 2-4 | Offarim | July 24 | Aug 18 | 26 | $4070 | $4000 |
| 5-6 | Tzofim | July 24 | Aug 18 | 26 | $4070 | $4000 |
| 7 | Kesher | July 24 | Aug 18 | 26 | $4070 | $4000 |
| 8 | Bogrim | July 24 | Aug 18 | 26 | $4700 | $4600 |
| 11 | Hadracha*** | July 24 | Aug 18 | 26 | $2500 | $2500 |
Full Season
| Age | Length | 2013 Prices | Start Date | End Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Entering 3rd-7th grade | 7 weeks | $7,620 | June 26 | Aug 18 |
| Entering 8th grade** | 7 weeks | $8,180 | June 26 | Aug 18 |
**The entering 8th graders take a trip to Washington DC and Hershey Park second session. This accounts for the price difference.
***Hadracha Plus is a leadership training program for campers entering 11th grade. Campers must attend Camp Tel Yehudah first session.
Tuition includes:
Laundry, insurance, Kosher kitchen, 6 parent to camper emails per session, day trips, community-based social action programs, guest specialists, security, video yearbook, 24-hour medically staffed Health Center, Bar/Bat Mitzvah tutoring for 7th or 8th graders, Family Fun Day, & camp t-shirt.
Additional fees:
For campers entering 8th grade who attend 2nd session, an additional fee is added into the tuition for a 4 day trip. In the past, these trips have included 4-day extravaganzas to Washington, D.C., Hershey Park, & more. Participants can also choose an adventure component which includes canoeing, rock climbing, and biking.
Horseback riding is available to campers of all ages. Our program includes beginner and advanced lessons. Because of limited availability, this program is open to campers on a first-come, first-served basis.
Important Tuition Information:
Early Bird:
Campers who register for Summer 2013 by November 2, 2012 will pay Early Bird rates of for one session or a discounted rate of $7,500 for a Full Season (Bogrim $8,000). You MUST register by November 2, 2012 to pay these rates!
New Camper Grant:
Most first-time campers are eligible for a $1,000 grant towards CYJ Sprout Lake! They are available both for campers who attend Hebrew Day School and for those who attend public school or other private schools. These grants are NOT based upon financial need, but are limited, so apply early to secure your spot AND your grant!
You've Got A Friend Program:
Want to bring a new camper to Sprout Lake?? Let us know IN ADVANCE who they are and we'll take $175 off YOUR tuition!
Sibling Discount:
The first camper pays full tuition and each additional camper receives $100 off for one session or $200 off for the Full Season.
Alumni Discount:
Campers whose parents were campers or staff at CYJ Sprout Lake or at any other Young Judaea camp receive a $50 discount for one session and a $100 discount for the Full Season.
Financial Assistance:
Need-based scholarships are available. Please call the camp office to request an application. Applications will be available in January and due sometime in March.
Annual Campaign:
Tuition, programming, and facility upgrades at CYJ Sprout Lake are underwritten by Hadassah and other prominent Jewish community organizations, including the Grinspoon Institute for Jewish Philanthropy and the Foundation for Jewish Camp. In order to continue offering innovative new programs and expanded facilities - and to meet the increased financial needs of many in our camp community - The Friends of CYJ Sprout Lake engages in an Annual Campaign. Please support these efforts to bring as many Jewish children to CYJ Sprout Lake as possible each year and to upgrade and enhance the campgrounds for all children to enjoy! We welcome your annual campaign commitment at registration each summer and throughout the year. A hearty Todah Rabah to all who can offer support for CYJ Sprout Lake.
Refund Policy:
A full refund of the deposit, less a $100 processing fee for one session campers or a $200 processing fee for two-session campers, is available for cancellations received by May 1, 2013. All deposits will be forfeited after May 1, 2013. Fifty percent of the tuition paid will be refunded for cancellations after May 1, 2013.
For campers registered for first session, there will be absolutely no refunds for cancellations after Wednesday, June 19, 2013. For campers registered for second session, there will be absolutely no refunds for cancellations after Wednesday, July 17, 2013. Accordingly, there will be no refunds once the session has begun. If your child must arrive late to camp for any reason, we cannot offer a discount or a pro-rated tuition price.
Camp Young Judaea Sprout Lake is a non-profit organization with fixed costs for staff, food, and program. The price of tuition covers the actual costs of running the camp; food, programming, office and staff expenses, in addition to maintenance costs, utilities, insurance, and, taxes comprise a good portion of our annual budget.
We therefore cannot issue refunds for incomplete sessions. Once a session has begun or after the dates stated above, no refund will be given under any circumstances.