The
ROCKLAND
YOUTH COMMISSION
Presents
2014
Just for Kids
Visit the town web site for online registration
www.rocklandrec.org
Rockland Youth Commission
394 Union Street
Rockland, MA 02370
781-871-1730
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Registration: Ongoing at rocklandrec.org
Payment: On-line Credit Card.
Check or Money Order accepted at the Youth Commission Office, 394 Union St.
Payable to: Town of Rockland
Office Hours: Monday thru Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm
Become a household member @www.rocklandrec.org
All registrations will be accepted on a first come, first registered basis.
All children must meet age/grade requirements before the start of the program. Please
register your child for the grade they are entering.
Registrations will be processed upon receipt of a completed registration form and payment
received.
Registrations will continue until programs are filled.
Payments are due at the time of registration.
there is a $25.00 charge for all returned checks.
The Youth Commission reserves the right to cancel any program /trip for any reasonable
cause. If insufficient enrollment causes an activity to be cancelled, a full refund will be
issued. Please allow 3-4 weeks for the processing of refunds.
to be eligible for a requested refund, the request must be received one week prior to the
start of the program. No refunds/credits will be granted after a program/activity has started.
Your request will need to be a letter to the department stating the reason why you are
requesting a refund along with your name and address.
all credit card payments will be refunded by CHECK. No refunds will be posted to credit
cards.
Every effort will be made to notify you if a program has been cancelled or changed.
Programs are subject to change in location and/or personnel.
No confirmations are sent. Please note all information on your calendar.
You may call the Office to confirm your mail-in or drop-off registrations. Proper behavior in
Youth Commission programs is expected at all times. If improper behavior cannot be
corrected after the first occurrence, parents will be notified and the child will be excused
from further Youth Commission programs.
The Town of Rockland does not provide accident or hospitalization insurance for any
program participants. Therefore, all participants are strongly advised to have adequate
personal coverage. Participation in all department programs shall be at the registrant’s own
risk.
INTRODUCTION
Welcome to the 2014 Youth Commission Summer Recreational Program. The Youth Commission is
entering into its 44th summer of providing activities to the young people of Rockland. The 2014
program has been designed to service a variety of ages, interests and ability levels.
The Youth Commission welcomes input from parents and participants regarding program matters.
Please feel free to call the office at any time with your questions and/or concerns.
MISSION STATEMENT
The Youth Commission remains committed to providing beneficial programs and activities for our
young people. Our objective is to provide these programs and services in the most cost effective
and innovative manner possible. We understand the importance of maintaining and strengthening
our program offerings in terms of the “quality of life”, not only as it relates to our young people, but
also to our community as a whole.
DCR ANNUAL PARKPASS
Again this year, the Youth Commission is participating in the Department of Conservation and
Recreation (DCR) 6th annual “Use Nature as Your Guide Program”. This is a ParksPass that
residents of the community may borrow to visit state parks. The ParksPass entitles the bearer to
free parking for one vehicle (excluding buses or vans) at over 50 facilities in the Massachusetts
state parks system that charge a day-use parking fee. Please check www.mass.gov/dc for
information about Massachusetts Outdoor Recreation.
The pass is available in the Youth Commission Office on a first come, first borrowed basis.
RECREATIONAL SWIMMING
The Hartsuff Park swimming area is open to the public for recreational swimming beginning:
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Monday thru Friday, June 30th through August 15th.
Hours are 11:00am to 5:00pm
Lifeguards are NOT scheduled Saturday and Sunday
There is no charge for recreational swimming
The Park Department and The Youth Commission will NOT be responsible for any person utilizing
the swimming area after 5:00pm and on Saturdays and Sundays.
ADVENTURES IN SPACE
June 30 – July 3rd
Dave Heshion’s
History of Rockets and Space Flight
To future space explorers: We are pleased to offer the opportunity to experience a 4 day space odyssey
right at the Community Center.
Learn about flying, both in and out of the Earth’s atmosphere.
Find out what it is like to live and work in space.
You will also design your own space station, moon base or Mars
Base.
See how rockets work from the ground up by building and launching
your own model rocket.
Fly a simulated mission aboard the Shuttle Simulator “Can Do”.
Coordinator: Dave Heshion
Days: Monday thru Thursday
Times: Monday thru Wednesday, 9am-1pm & Thursday, 9am -12Noon
Dates: 6/30-7/03
Eligibility: Grades K-5
Location: Community Center
FEE: $90/student for 4 days of education in the science and excitement of Space Flight!
HARTSUFF PARK OFFERINGS
FULL DAY PROGRAM
June 30th – August 15th
LOCATION:
Hartsuff Park Recreation Area (off of Hingham Street)
Camp Director: Joanna Kearns
A diversified program will be offered for children who are 5 – 13 years of age. This full day program runs
Monday through Thursday at the park from 9:00 am until 3:00 pm and every Friday is an optional “field trip
day”. The staff to participant ratio will not exceed 1:10. Children will be divided into age groups overseen
by the Camp Director and Counselors.
Activities planned include Softball, Whiffle ball, Volleyball, Basketball, Flag/Touch Football, Street Hockey,
board games, field games, hiking, storytelling, swimming and art & crafts. Entertainers have been
scheduled to perform for the children. Special theme day activities have also been planned. Please refer
to the program calendar, which details each fun-filled day and is available in the Youth Commission Office.
Additional water play activities will also be scheduled on warm weather days.
A camper’s daily backpack should include the following clearly marked items: towel, bathing suit, water
shoes, sunscreen, a nutritious lunch, drinks, snacks and water bottle.
Staff members have been chosen for their enthusiasm and their passion for working with children. Fun will
surely come second only to safety.
Weekly fees are due one week prior to the start of each program week. An extended hour is available from
8 – 9 am each morning and 3 – 5 pm. All hours are scheduled in full hour increments. Hours are not
transferable and are good for the day/week specified only. All extended hours must be paid in advance with
the weekly program fees.
Weeks:
Week 1:
Week 2:
Week 3:
Week 4:
Week 5:
Week 6:
Week 7:
Optional Field Trips:
It’s a Holiday June 30 -July 3
Disney Week July 7-11
Amazing Art
July 14-18
Have a Ball
July 21-25
Time Warp
July 28 -Aug. 1
Creature Week Aug 4 –8
Party in the USA Aug 11 - 15
No trip this week
Starland
Pilgrim Hall Museum
Tour of Fenway Park
Georges Island
Blue Hills Hike
KidZone
Weekly Fees:
Monday thru Thursday, 9am to 3pm
$100/child
Monday thru Friday, 9am to 3pm (w/field trip)
$140/child (includes admission, supervision and
transportation)
Extended Hours:
Monday thru Friday, 8 - 9am
$5/child
Monday thru Friday, 3-5pm
$5/hr/child
PLEASE NOTE:
 If your child does not participate in “field trip Fridays”, you must register them for Monday thru Thursday.
 Rainy days are held at the Community Center
HALF DAY “CHIPMUNK” PROGRAM
June 30th – August 14th
LOCATION: At the Hartsuff Park Recreation Area (off of Hingham Street
This very popular half-day “Chipmunk” program is geared towards children 3, 4 & 5. This half day
program is offered 4 days per week. Your child may attend Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday,
9am to 12 Noon. The staff to participant ratio is 1:5. All children must be toilet trained.
The activities planned will provide directives in the areas of physical play, art & crafts, swimming and
special events. In addition, weekly entertainment and special theme days have been planned.
Children should arrive each day wearing sunscreen and their bathing suit under their clothes. All daily
backpacks should include the following clearly marked items: change of clothes, sunscreen, water shoes,
towel, a nutritious snack, drink and water bottle.
Weekly fees are due one week prior to the start of each program week. An extended hour is available
from 8 - 9 am each morning. All hours are scheduled in full hour increments. A completed extended hour’s
form must be submitted weekly for each child. Hours are not transferable and are good for the day/week
specified only. All extended hours must be paid in advance with the weekly program fees.
Weeks:
Week 1:
Week 2:
Week 3:
Week 4:
Week 5:
Week 6:
Week 7:
It’s a Holiday
Disney Week
Amazing Art
Have a Ball
Time Warp
Creature Week
Party in the USA
Weekly Fees:
Monday thru Thursday (4days):
Monday & Wednesday (2days):
Tuesday & Thursday (2days):
Extended Hours:
Monday thru Thursday, 8-9am
June 30 - July 3
July 7-10
July 14-17
July 21-24
July 28 –31
Aug 4 –7
Aug11 - 15
$70/child
$40/child
$40/child
$5/day/child
PLEASE NOTE:
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There is no program on Fridays
Rainy days are held at the Community Center
SPORTS PROGRAMS
VIKING
MULTI-SPORTS PROGRAM
July 7th – August 15th
This summer the Youth Commission, in conjunction with the Viking Sports, will offer a six week Coed Multi-Sports Summer Program for teens 11-14.
The 6-hour day will be focused around fun. They will have dozens upon dozens of games to choose from
that ensure each child’s experience will be amazing. The repertoire of games includes a handful of classic
sports such as soccer, flag football, baseball, kickball and hockey as well as some untraditional games
including pony express, watermelon and Viking Ball.
The coaches are carefully selected based on their enthusiasm, professionalism and experience. The staff
includes undergraduate and graduate college students, athletes, teachers and established coaches. The
staff to camper ratio is 1 coach per 10 participants.
The program is run outside with a grassy field. In the event of rain, program will be held at the Community
Center. If needed for an additional fee, we can provide early drop off @ 8:00am and extended day till
5:00pm for complete childcare coverage for working parents.
A camper’s clearly marked backpack should include plenty of sunscreen, snacks, lunch and water.
Coordinator: Viking Sports
Location: Memorial Park Area
Days & Times: Monday thru Friday, 9am-3pm
Dates: July 7th – August 15th
Eligibility: Ages 11-14
FEE: $140/week; Extended AM $5; Extended PM 3-5:00 $10
To register: rocklandrec.org
Shamrocks Baseball Program
With Jim Dolan
Shamrocks Baseball, in conjunction with the Youth Commission, will be running baseball programs this
summer for boys and girls ages 7-14. The program will focus on skill development and fundamentals.
There will also be simulated games each day.
Weymouth Varsity Baseball Coach and Rockland resident Jim Dolan will direct the camp. Jim will be
assisted by the Weymouth JV Coach, Brendan Poirier and Rockland Varsity Coach, Nick Liquori.
Summer Baseball Session I
Coordinator: Jim Dolan
Location: Spring Street Baseball Field
Days & Times: Mon thru Fri, 9-11:30am
Dates: 7/28 – 8/01
Eligibility: Ages 7-12
FEE: $80
Summer Baseball Session III
Coordinator: Jim Dolan
Location: Memorial Park School Field
Days & Times: Mon thru Fri, 12:30-3pm
Dates: 7/28 -8/01
Eligibility: Ages 13 & 14
FEE: $80
Summer Baseball Session II
Coordinator: Jim Dolan
Location: Spring Street Baseball Field
Days & Times: Mon thru Fri, 9-11:30am
Dates: 8/04 – 8/08
Eligibility: Ages 7-12
FEE: $80
To register: rocklandrec.org
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CREATIVE /PERFORMING ARTS
Introduction to Rhythm Guitar
July 8th – August 19th
This summer the Youth Commission is offering 7guitar lessons plus a recital with Mr. Jim Armstrong, a full
time respected South Shore guitar instructor as well as the lead singer and guitarist for “The Armstrong
Brothers Band”.
With an ideal ratio of 2 students per lesson, your student will REALLY learn how to play their favorite songs
on guitar!
No dry scales and “Mary Had a Little Lamb exercises for you! Jim’s inspirational beginner guitar curriculum
uses simple arrangements of songs from famous artists that today’s children lover, like Taylor Swift, Katy
Perry and Maroon Five. Students Make REAL progress and practice daily when they LOVE the music they
are learning!
Students are paired by age to the best of our ability for Jim’s duo (two students at a time) lessons. Feel
free to make arrangements from matching time slots if you plan on sharing your slot with a friend or sibling
who is close in age.
At the end of the program, a “Coffeehouse style” recital will be held at the Community Center for students
and their family and friends on Friday, August 22nd.
Instructor Jim Armstrong will provide a pro sound system and will accompany them on guitar to remove the
“fear factor” and assure them that their 1st “gig” will be a rewarding one that they will never forget!
Lessons are offered every 1/2 hour from 9:00am to 11:15am
Coordinator: Mr. Jim Armstrong
Day: Tuesday
Times: 9:00-9:30am; 9:35-10:05am; 10:10-10:40am; 10:45-11:15am
Dates: July 8 - August 19
Eligibility: Ages 8 - 18
FEE: $25/half hour lesson
To register to: rocklandrec.org
RYC
Drama Program
Presents
Pirates the Musical
By John Jacobs & Emerson
Directed by: Cameron Estrella (Mr. Star)
June 24th July 31st
"We're off to sail the rollicking sea, pirates all are we!" But… ARRRR, and shiver me
timbers!
There's a stowaway on board! Perhaps the King of the High "C's" will know what to do. Join
this salty crew of colorful scallywags when Bluebeard, Yellowbeard, Whitebeard,
Purplebeard (well, you get the picture), along with the No Beards, hoist the Jolly Roger and
set sail for a mighty adventure. Perfect for upper elementary school performers. This 40minute musical features six original songs for unison voices and some optional harmony,
choreography, a helpful production guide, and a script with a minimum of 20 adaptable
speaking parts. Songs include: Pirates All Are We, Stowaway!, King Of The High "C's," You
Wanna Be A Pirate, Lost At Sea, and Singin' A Pirate Song.
Coordinator: Cameron Estrella, (A RPS Music Instructor)
Dates: June 24th – July 31st - A 5-week program - (no classes July 1-4)
Days: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Time: 12pm – 3pm
Eligibility: Ages 6-10
Location: Community Center
Cost: $99/child
To register: www.rocklandrec.org
Minimum of 15 Students to run this program
Tumbling with Ms. Tracey
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July 9, 23, 30
& August 6
Preschool Exercise with Ms. Tracey:
A 4-week, 30 minute class designed to strengthen and develop the motor abilities and eye/hand
coordination of the preschooler through basic exercise, game playing and dance.
Class is limited to 10 children with adult participation.
Location: Community Center Gym
Day & Time: Wednesday, 1-1:30pm
Dates: 7/9, 23, 30 & 8/6
Eligibility: 2 years of age accompanied by Adult
FEE: $20 (includes child & adult)
Preschool Tumbling with Ms. Tracey:
A 4-week program designed to the preschooler to basic tumbling skills using mats, music, hoops,
streamers and scooters. Most of the emphasis will be on the mats where they will learn basic warm up
exercises, dance and light acrobatic moves including forward and backward rolls and cartwheels.
Benefits of Tumbling: Awareness of body and space; create a love of movement; and, increased selfesteem, self-confidence and physical health.
Great for both boys and girls!
Suggested attire is loose-fitting clothes and/or leotards.
Location: Community Center Gym
Day & Time: Wednesday, 1:30-2:30pm
Dates: 7/9, 23, 30 & 8/6
Eligibility: Ages 3 & 4
FEE: $40
Tumbling with Ms. Tracey:
A 4-week recreational program based in a non-competitive environment where the objective is to "have
fun" while perfecting such basic skills as forward and backward rolls, handstands, cartwheels and bridges.
The skills and connections learned can be used in competition and also carry over into all other sports.
Designed for boys and girls ages 5 to 7.
Suggested attire is loose-fitting clothes and/or leotards.
Location: Community Center Gym
Days & Times: Wednesday, 2:30-3:30pm
Dates: 7/9, 23, 30 & 8/6
Eligibility: Ages 5-7
FEE: $40
INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS
Youth Commission
Golf Program 2014
July 7 – August 6th
The Youth Commission, in conjunction with Sterling Golf Management, would like to offer a summer golf
program at the Rockland Golf Course.
The following is a list of programs offered:
Two Hour Program 3 days a week– Is for players who are at a level 2 or level 3. These players have
been on the golf course and have some experience and have taken lessons. The goal of this program is to
give them the tools they need to be successful on the golf course. This is not for beginners or players who
may have taken a few lessons.
Beginner One Hour Program – This program is for a child who has had lessons but never played golf,
they may have taken SNAG lessons other lesson, or have been to the range but they do not have any on
course experience. This program will get children to learn the basics as well as rules and course etiquette.
SNAG -This program is essentially tee-ball for golf. It is a fun learning experience. It is recommended for
young children as well as children who have never played golf before. This is a great program to start
before moving on to a beginner lesson program. You do not need clubs as SNAG has its own equipment
which we supply. We utilize oversized plastic clubs, tennis ball like “golf balls”, targets and other fun items.
The goal of this program is to have the kids then join the beginner classes.
Days & Times:
SNAG Program: (Participant Never played before)
Meets every Monday for 5 weeks, July 7th- August 4th @11:30-12:30pm: $99
Level 1: (Novice – Never played golf before.) May have been to the range and taken a few lessons
but no real golf experience. Choice of (a) Monday or (b) Tuesday.
(a) Meets every Monday for 5 weeks, July 7- August 4th @ 10:15-11:15am: $130 Or
(b) Meets every Tuesday for 5 weeks, July 8 – August 5th @ 10:15-11:15am: $130
Level 2: Child has had lessons, gone to a driving range and played golf with supervision.
Meets every Wednesday for 5 weeks, July 9 – August 6th @10:15-11:15am: $130
Also eligible to play Monday thru Wednesday, 8-10am July 7 thru August 6 @$145/week
Level 3: Able to play on golf course alone; has had lessons and knows basic golf rules.
(a) Meets every Tuesday for 5 weeks, July 8 – August 5th from 11:30am-12:30pm: $130
(b) Meets every Wednesday for 5 weeks, July 9 – August 6th from 11:30am – 12:30pm: $130
Also eligible to play Monday thru Wednesday, 8-10am July 7 thru August 6 @$145/week
Coordinator: Sterling Golf Management
Dates: July 7-9; July 14-16; July 21-23; July 28-30; August 4-6
Times: Listed above
Location: Rockland Golf Course
FEE: SNAG: $99;
Level 1: $130;
Level 2: $130 or $145;
Level 3: $130 or $145
Tae Kwon Do
A four-week summer self- defense program where students will learn self-discipline, develop selfconfidence, respect and other mental aspects of martial arts. Physical emphasis will be on basic skills such
as blocking drills, punches and kicks. Students will also be introduced to weapons training using staff and
nunchaks (foam only).
Coordinator: Robert Whitman
Day & Times: Saturday, 8:00 - 9:00 AM
Dates: July 12 – August 2
Location: 16A Park Street (white building)
Eligibility: Ages 5 - 12
FEE: $40
Target Archery
This summer the Youth Commission will offer a six week introduction to archery skills with an emphasis on
safety and friendly competition. Archers of all sizes and skill levels can learn to shoot with an easy-to-draw
bow. All equipment is supplied.
At the end of the course, students will know the following:
- safety rules of archery
- how to put on protective guards, finger tabs and arm guards
- be able to string a bow and load an arrow onto the bow
- understand the importance of technique of shooting form
- aiming techniques
JUST A QUICK NOTE: BEFORE YOU PURCHASE YOUR OWN BOW, PLEASE COME TO CLASS
AND SPEAK WITH THE INSTRUCTOR. HE’S VERY KNOWLEDGEABLE AND WILL STEER YOU IN
THE RIGHT DIRECTION.
Coordinator: David Griffith
Day & Times: Thursday, 11am-12:30pm
Dates: 7/10-8/14
Location: Hartsuff Park
Eligibility: Ages 9 & Up
FEE: $60