Register Now for Carden West Camp, June 23-August 15, one-week sessions May 12, 2008

Carden West School, committed to success for every child, every day, is now enrolling students for Summer Camp 2008, June 23-August 15. Extended care available from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The camp is open to all children, 18 months through sixth grade.

In addition to an array of academic programs for all grades, Pre-Kindergarten-5th grade, summer camp includes activities such as dance, chess, "mad science" projects, martial arts, field trips, yoga and soccer.

The toddler program features a 1 to 4 teacher-student ratio. Preschoolers learn to develop socially and emotionally while improving beginning academic skills.

The Kindergarten summer program focuses on preparation for first grade. Weekly activities are based on various themes, including Life on the Farm, Outer Space and The Great Outdoors. Group activities include Spanish, music, physical education, computers, art, and cooking.

The weekly summer camp fee is $350 for students entering kindergarten through fifth grade and parents may register their children for as many weeks as they wish. Toddler and preschool parents should contact the school for schedule and tuition options. Extended care before and after camp is available at an additional charge from 7:00-8:45 a.m. and 3:00-6:00 p.m.

A special summer camp fee of $250 per week is available to current Carden West families as well as new families when enrolling children for the 2008-2009 school year. Tuition discounts are also available to parents who work in Hacienda Park.

Summer camp registration is available in person at the school or by calling (925) 463-6060 between 8:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m., weekdays. Registration forms are available online at www.cardenwest.org.

Parents of prospective campers may tour the school any Tuesday or Saturday morning from 10 a.m.-12 noon. or by appointment.

$350/$250 for registered Carden West families.

Official Website: http://www.cardenwest.org