ELMBROOK YMCA SCHOOL DISTRICT STEAM Camp
The West Suburban YMCA and the Elmbrook School District are partnering to provide wrap-around care for students participating in the summer school program at Swanson Elementary in Brookfield, as well as a specialty STEAM Camp at Brookfield Elementary.
PARENT INFORMATION
CAMP AVAILABILITY
Elmbrook STEAM Camp Located at Brookfield Elementary
Weeks 2-10* (June 17 – August 16)*
*No camp available Thursday, July 4 or Friday, July 5.
CAMP HOURS
Elmbrook STEAM Camp
Monday-Friday | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
CAMPER DROP-OFF & PICK-UP
Elmbrook STEAM Camp
Drop off and pick up times for Elmbrook STEAM Camp are 7:00–9:00 AM and 4:00–6:00 PM every day.
Drop off and pick up locations are TBD.
ABSENCES & SCHEDULE CHANGES
If your child will be absent, arrive late or needs to be picked up early, please email us prior to 8:00 AM with your child’s name and description of schedule change.
STEAM Camp | [email protected]
CAMP SAFETY
The YMCA of Greater Waukesha County takes the health and safety of each camper seriously. We will monitor CDC and other local and state agencies’ recommendations to make sure we are implementing protocols to keep campers healthy to the best of our ability. We will keep families apprised of any change to protocols should they occur.
ENROLLMENT APPLICATION
APPLICATION INFO
Enroll online or in person at one of our five full-service YMCA locations. Applications are not finalized until confirmation is received from the Billing & Registration Office.
Online
- If you have an online account with us, select the “Login & Enroll” button. If you do not have a login, learn how to create or manage your account.
- Once logged in, select your child, enter their information, select the weeks you need camp, answer the required questions, and add the camps to your cart.
- Please note: You must complete the full application at one time, and the online process allows you 45 minutes to complete the application. You must apply for each week individually. Be prepared to have your child’s immunization records ready prior to starting the application.
- If you have additional children you wish to register for camp, select the next child and repeat the process.
- A $25 deposit is due for each week of camp (per child) at the time of application.
- The Billing & Registration Office will contact you once your application has been finalized.
In Person
Online applications are preferred. If you are unable to apply online, please contact us directly.
REMINDERS
- Applications are limited and is based on availability; please apply early.
- Deposits are nonrefundable, but may be transferred to another week of camp based on availability.
- Late payments will result in a $15 late fee per child, per week. All payments must be made before a child can attend camp each week.
- Application submission closes at 12:00 PM on the Monday prior to the start of the camp week. Please make note of each due date (listed on the Payment Information Webpage) as this policy will be strictly enforced.
FORMS & PUBLICATIONS
MEDICAL INFORMATION FORMS
Administer Medication Form
Child Health Report Form
Immunization Record Form
PAYMENT POLICIES & CALENDAR
PAYMENT POLICIES
Deposits
A $25 deposit is due for each week of camp at the time of application. Third Party Billing, Shares, and CLTS, contact Billing & Registration Office for deposit information. Deposits are nonrefundable, but may be transferred to another week of camp based on availability.
Balance Payments
All payments are due by 12 PM on the dates listed below. All payments are to be made online, over the phone, or at one of the five full-service YMCA of Greater Waukesha County locations at the Business Desk. Payments will not be accepted at drop off or pick up. For your convenience, schedule weekly payments online or through the Billing & Registration Office. The YMCA will not distribute payment reminders or bills. It is your responsibility to pay the remaining balance on time. Camp payments are nonrefundable.
Late Fees
Late payments will result in a $15 late fee per child, per week. All payments MUST be made before attending camp.
Cancellations, Refunds, and Credits
If a cancellation request is initiated by 12 PM on the Monday prior to the start of the camp week, a Y program credit will be issued minus the $25 deposit. If a cancellation request is initiated fewer than seven days prior to the start of the camp week, no Y program credit will be issued. The entire deposit and balance paid is forfeited. If payment is not received prior to the cancellation deadline, you are still responsible for the full balance, regardless of whether or not your child attends camp. Refunds will not be issued for any Summer Day Camp programs.
Changes
To request a change in schedule or to cancel, please contact the Billing & Registration Office by 12 PM on the Monday prior to the start of camp and complete a camp change form. Changes may not be honored due to camp availability.
PAYMENT CALENDAR
Final payment and application due by 12 PM on the Monday prior to the start of the camp week.
*No camp available Thursday, July 4. 5-day camps during week 4 are prorated. No camp available July 4 & 5 at Elmbrook Steam Camp.
| Week 1: June 10-14 | Due June 3 |
| Week 2: June 17-21 | Due June 10 |
| Week 3: June 24-28 | Due June 17 |
| Week 4: July 1-5* | Due June 24 |
| Week 5: July 8-12 | Due July 1 |
| Week 6: July 15-19 | Due July 8 |
| Week 7: July 22-26 | Due July 15 |
| Week 8: July 29 – August 2 | Due July 22 |
| Week 9: August 5-9 | Due July 29 |
| Week 10: August 12-16 | Due August 5 |
| Week 11: August 19-23 | Due August 12 |
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
WISCONSIN SHARES CHILD CARE ASSISTANCE
The YMCA of Greater Waukesha County offers many Summer Day Camps that are licensed by the Department of Children and Families and accept Wisconsin Shares Child Care Assistance.
Contact your Wisconsin Shares office for approval as you must have authorization before we can register your child for Summer Day Camp.
Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Waukesha Counties
Washington Counties
YMCA of Greater Waukesha County Provider Number
4000558914
Location Numbers
| Big Bend | 011 |
| Brookfield | 017 |
| Mukwonago | 006 |
| Poplar Creek | 024 |
| Prairie View (MK) | 010 |
| Ronald Reagan | 021 |
| Southwest | 012 |
| Swanson | 019 |
| Tri County | 013 |
| Waukesha | 004 |
| West Suburban | 014 |
| Y Academy | 008 |
PRICING
2024 Elmbrook STEAM Camp Pricing
Join us at Brookfield Elementary School this summer for STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics). We will spend our days discovering, exploring, and hypothesizing while still taking time to do all things camp-related, like water activities, games, and more! No Elmbrook STEAM Camp on July 4-5.
FULL WEEK OPTION
Children attend all five days during the chosen week and participate in all camp activities.
Ages 5-13
$239/Member | $274/Program Participant
2024 Elmbrook STEAM Camp Weekly Themes
SENSATIONAL SENSES
WEEK 2 | June 17-21
Experience the wonders of our five senses this week as we navigate through different challenges and obstacles using teamwork and mindfulness.
Y-BUILDERS
WEEK 3 | June 24-28
Calling all future architects as we help bring your ideas to life. This week we will explore and use varied materials to learn what makes the tallest build stand or the fastest car zoom.
RECYCLE RANGERS
WEEK 4 | July 1-5*
*No STEAM Camp on July 4 or 5.
Learn all the ways we can have fun and give back to planet Earth with recycling! Cereal boxes turning into puzzles and jars becoming night lights, the opportunities are endless.
SPACE IS THE PLACE
WEEK 5 | July 8-12
Blast off with us as we journey through outer space among the stars. Together we’ll explore our own solar system, moons, and galaxies beyond what our eyes can see.
GRAVITY WORKS
WEEK 6 | July 15-19
What goes up must come down. Test the limits, benefits, and uses of gravity with STEAM Camp through projects and experiments reaching new heights.
WILD DISCOVERIES
WEEK 7 | July 22-26
Embark on an adventure with us learning about animals big and small. From investigating animal tracks to building habitats this week will be a roaring good time.
CULINARY CREATIONS
WEEK 8 | July 29 – August 2
Aprons and lab coats are called for this week as we unleash the chef and scientist in us. This week is more than focusing on food as we will dive deeper into the math and science behind it all.
MESSY MAKERS
WEEK 9 | August 5-9
Sticky Bubbles? Gooey Sand? Come dressed to make a mess with hands on learning and interactive activities that are guaranteed to wow your friends.
COLOR CRAZE
WEEK 10 | August 12-16
Dive into a kaleidoscope of fun and creativity where each day will be bursting with vibrant colors and excitement.
Thank you to our 2024 Summer Day Camp Sponsor, Wisconsin Vision, for partnering with us. to help build a strong, healthy, and happy community.
CONTACT INFO
BECOME A CAMP
COUNSELOR TODAY
As a Camp Counselor with the Y, you will have the opportunity to develop leadership skills, plan and problem solve, and build relationships-all while making lasting memories and having lots of fun.
POSITIONS AVAILABLE FOR SUMMER 2024
Weekly Themes
WEEK 2 | June 17-21
Sensational Senses
WEEK 3 | June 24-28
Y-builders
WEEK 4 | July 1-5*
Recycle Rangers
WEEK 5 | July 8-12
Space Is The Place
WEEK 6 | July 15-19
Gravity Works
WEEK 7 | July 22-26
Wild Discoveries
WEEK 8 | July 29 – August 2
Culinary Creations
WEEK 9 | August 5-9
Messy Makers
WEEK 10 | August 12-16
Color Craze
Week 10 | August 12-16
Master Builders