Welcome to the
Winchester Recreation Department

June 24, 2020
Dear Winchester Recreation Families,

We hope this email finds you well and looking forward to the summer season. We are happy to inform you that we will be offering modified versions of our Junior Summer Adventures Program previously known as Half Day Summer Adventures (Ages 3.5 as of June 1st thru Kindergarten) as well as our former Full Day Summer Adventure (Grades 1st – 6th with shortened hours- 4hrs.) In accordance with new guidelines brought forward by the State, CDC and Board of Health we have made a number of adjustments to stay in line with these guidelines and hope we will be able to accommodate some of your needs this summer. Below you will find our new schedule for both programs including the hours, rates, and weekly themes. These programs will be held at the Winchester Recreation Department, located at 263 Main Street which will allow us to maintain a much more controlled environment. Our goal will continue to be the safety of your children, family and our own staff and we will be taking several precautions to provide a safe and nurturing environment this summer.

Due to restrictions, each program is limited to 30 children per week. Each group of10 children will have 2 counselors assigned to them ensuring a 5:1 participant/staff ratio. The 30 enrolled will be broken down into 3 “Pods” for each program based on the child’s age for Junior Adventures and grade for Summer Adventures. These groups travel together throughout the day with their designated counselors. Groups will not co-mingle between one another throughout the programming day. You will find more details on our two offerings below.

IMPORTANT: Registration will OPEN to the public on Monday, June 29th at 10AM. We ask that you take the following steps prior to Monday if you are interested in signing up your child/ren. Please log into your account at www.winrec.com between now and Friday and attempt to log in, make sure you have your correct username and password. If you have issues logging in, with a username or forgotten password you should notify the office and we can set you up with a new temporary password. If you have not logged into your account you may be asked to reset your password, this will require that you know your previous password. Staff is typically in the office from 9AM to 5PM Monday through Friday. If you have any issues logging in prior to Monday, please call 781.721.7125 and speak with the office staff. As noted above, we have limited space. When groups are full, we will then begin a waitlist. If interested, please review our offerings below.

SUMMER ADVENTURES
For children entering Grades 1 - 6
Monday-Friday  8:30AM - 12:30PM
Located at the Recreation Department -263 Main Street, Winchester

Are you looking for a fun way for your child to spend their summer days? Join us this year at our Summer Adventure program as we play, explore, and create our own adventures. Your child can be a superhero, nature explorer, artist, builder, athlete, and so much more! Each day will include arts and crafts, sports, plenty of outdoor fun including some water play (sprinklers/water games) based upon scheduled activities for that week. Each week will be full of activities based on different weekly themes (schedule below) with age appropriate activities for each child’s grade/group. Our caring, devoted staff provide a safe and engaging experience for all participants. Parents may register and complete enrollment forms online.

The Summer Adventures program is being offered in accordance with the Minimum Requirements for Health and Safety by the Massachusetts Child and Youth Serving Programs Reopening Approach. Establishing and maintaining a safe and healthy summer program experience remains our top priority. All registered children, parents, and staff must follow the recommended safety guidelines, including physical distancing, wearing cloth face coverings, frequent hand-washing, and health screenings. We ask that parents determine if their child can comply with these guidelines with minimal assistance before registering. Thank you for your support.
Please note: A much more detailed “Parent Guide” will be made available to all parents prior to the start of your registered week.

Super friends – Entering 1st & 2nd Grade (recommended color shirt/top: RED)
203-DC-42A July 13-17 $225.00 Summer Fun
203-DC-43A July 20-24 $225.00 Animal Adventures
203-DC-44A July 27-31 $225.00 Superheroes
203-DC-45A Aug 3-7 $225.00 Outer Space
203-DC-46A Aug 10-14 $225.00 Under the Sea

Sequoia - Entering 3rd – 4th Grade (recommended color shirt/top: BLUE)
203-DC-47A July 13-17 $225.00 Summer Fun
203-DC-48A July 20-24 $225.00 Animal Adventures
203-DC-49A July 27-31 $225.00 Superheroes
203-DC-50A Aug 3-7 $225.00 Outer Space
203-DC-51A Aug 10-14 $225.00 Under the Sea

Sachem – Entering 5th – 6th (recommended color shirt/top: GREEN)
203-DC-52A July 13-17 $225.00 Summer Fun
203-DC-53A July 20-24 $225.00 Animal Adventures
203-DC-54A July 27-31 $225.00 Superheroes
203-DC-55A Aug 3-7 $225.00 Outer Space
203-DC-56A Aug 10-14 $225.00 Under the Sea

JUNIOR SUMMER ADVENTURES
for ages 3.5 months – 5yrs of age or entering K
(Age calculated as of June 1st, 2020)

Monday-Friday 9:00AM - 12:00PM
Located at the Recreation Department
263 Main Street, Winchester

Are you looking for a fun way for your preschooler to spend their summer days? Join us at Junior Summer Adventures as we play, explore, and create our own adventures. Your child can be a superhero, nature explorer, artist, builder, athlete, and so much more! Their day will include arts and crafts, story-time, sports, water play, and plenty of outdoor fun. Each week is full of activities based on a different theme with fun activities appropriate for children ages 3 to 5 years old. Our caring, devoted staff provide a safe and engaging experience for your preschooler. Group size is limited to 10 children, and our child-to-counselor ratio is 5:1. Parents may register and complete enrollment forms online.

The Junior Summer Adventures program is being offered in accordance with the Minimum Requirements for Health and Safety by the Massachusetts Child and Youth Serving Programs Reopening Approach.
Establishing and maintaining a safe and healthy summer program experience remains our top priority. All registered children, parents, and staff must follow the recommended safety guidelines, including physical distancing, wearing cloth face coverings, frequent hand-washing, and health screenings. We ask that parents determine if their child can comply with these guidelines with minimal assistance before registering. Thank you for your support.

Please note: A much more detailed “Parent Guide” will be made available to all parents prior to the start of your registered week.

Red Robins - Age 3.5 by June 1 (recommended color shirt/top: RED)
203-DC-09A July 6-10 $170.00 Superhero Adventures
203-DC-10A July 13-17 $170.00 Forest Adventures
203-DC-11A July 20-24 $170.00 Creation Stations
203-DC-12A July 27-31 $170.00 Adventures in Space
203-DC-13A Aug 3-7 $170.00 Olympic Adventures
203-DC-14A Aug 10-14 $170.00 Island Adventures

Blue Jays - Age 4 by June 1 (recommended color shirt/top: BLUE )
203-DC-17A July 6-10 $170.00 Superhero Adventures
203-DC-18A July 13-17 $170.00 Forest Adventures
203-DC-19A July 20-24 $170.00 Creation Stations
203-DC-20A July 27-31 $170.00 Adventures in Space
203-DC-21A Aug 3-7 $170.00 Olympic Adventures
203-DC-22A Aug 10-14 $170.00 Island Adventures

Green Parrots - Age 5 by June 1 (recommended color shirt/top: GREEN)
203-DC-25A July 6-10 $170.00 Superhero Adventures
203-DC-26A July 13-17 $170.00 Forest Adventures
203-DC-27A July 20-24 $170.00 Creation Stations
203-DC-28A July 27-31 $170.00 Adventures in Space
203-DC-29A Aug 3-7 $170.00 Olympic Adventures
203-DC-30A Aug 10-14 $170.00 Island Adventures

Please note, the Recreation Department is working on adding additional programs to the above summer offerings. Information on the additional programs will be announced as details are finalized via our website and E-Announcements.

Recreation Director: Nick Cacciolfi
EMAIL: ncacciolfi@winchester.us
Phone: 781-721-7125

Program Coordinator: Jim Sullivan
EMAIL: jsullivan@winchester.us
Phone: 781-721-7125

Winchester Recreation Department - 263 Main Street, Winchester MA 01890