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THE BEST SUMMER EVER CAMP NONA AT THE LAKE NONA YMCA REGISTRATION INFORMATION PACKET

LAKE NONA YMCA 9055 Northlake Parkway, Orlando, FL 32827 P 407.852.3520 W www.ymcacentralflorida.org

Camp Nona at Lake Nona YMCA Selection Form Select the weeks your child will be attending camp by marking each week with an “X.” Your spot in camp is GUARANTEED when you make a full payment for the selected week. Payment is due the WEDNESDAY before Camp Starts ($25 late fee after Wednesday) Summer Day Camp Costs: $145 weekly camp rate, $35 registration fee Camp Hours: 7:00am-6:00pm Camp Ages: 5-12/ K – 5th Grade Camper’s Name: ___________________________________

Grade in School (Fall 2015):_______

Parent’s Name: __________________________________ Parent Email: _______________________________________ Member #: ___________________ _____ SPY ACADEMY Week #1 June 8-12 On-Site: SWAT/K-9 Are you a Super Sleuth? This week is full of mystery and intrigue. Each day, you’ll receive clues to solve a mystery. Spies and double agents welcome. _____ SURVIVOR Week #2 June 15-19 Field Trip: Mascot Games Are you a caveman running from a Wooly Mammoth, or a “Forty Niner” crossing the vast open plain of the Midwest in search of gold? Your camper will learn how to survive the test of time as we explore history!

_____ EXPLORATION SPACE Week #3 June 22-26 Field Trip: Kennedy Space Center 3...2...1 BLAST OFF! Join us as we LAUNCH into summer with an exciting week of space exploration. Campers will learn about space, astronauts, planets and have an opportunity to launch a water rocket. _____ WET & WILD Week #4 June 29-July 3 0n-Site: Sand Sculpture We will be celebrating this whole week by keeping cool. Campers will participate in water and land games, learn water safety, make fun beach scene crafts, and learn water science. _____ COLOR WARS Week #5 July 6-10 Field Trip: Crayola Experience Don’t miss the most spirited week of summer camp! This week we celebrate our character development traits with team color competition. Red, blue, yellow, green and purple will be the colors campers are competing for. Campers will team up for games, scavenger hunts, and fun games that celebrate our character values. Who will win the YMCA Spirit stick???!!!! _____ ANIMAL PLANET Week #6 July 13-17 Field Trip: Gatorland Animal enthusiasts apply here! Campers will have a unique hands-on experience enhanced with projects and activities exploring the animal kingdom. Real life animal encounters will captivate the most eager campers as they learn about the animal kingdom. _____ CHRISTMAS IN JULY Week #7 July 20-24 On-Site: Water Bounce Houses Kids will travel around the world to learn about various holiday traditions from spinning a dreidel to decorating their own Christmas trees. Every day will be a new adventure to celebrate the holidays from a different perspective. _____ BACK TO THE FUTURE Week #8 July 27-31 On-Site: Orlando Youth Circus With daily themes including Wild, Wild, West, Totally 80’s, Star Wars day, When I grow up and 50’s, 60’s, 70’s, this week is jam filled with dress up days and group challenges. Learn a little R-E-S-P-E-C-T, find out what it means to me! _____ ONCE UPON A TIME Week #9 Aug 3-7 Field Trip: Movies If your camper is looking for a journey into their imagination, they won’t want to miss this. From Alice in Wonderland, Pirates & Princesses, Welcome to Oz, Avengers and Legoworld, campers will have the opportunity to dress up, be creative during art and active during camper challenges. A don’t miss week for the camper who loves movies!

_____ AMERICAN NINJA WARRIOR Week #10 Aug 10-14 Field Trip: Obstacle Course at Moss Park A fun filled week of NINJA activities that will challenge your speed, strength, agility and endurance. Campers will earn different color “belts” for showing their athletic skills and participating in challenges.

SUMMER CAMP DESCRIPTION: The Lake Nona YMCA Summer Camp program offers traditional summer camp activities which include arts/crafts, sports/games, teambuilding and character development. Our summer camp programs are also focused on using our YMCA core values to reduce bullying, encourage friendships, and increase the physical and mental wellbeing of every child. The Lake Nona YMCA summer camp continues to incorporate several program curriculums to enhance every child’s summer camp experience. These include: Character Counts, Reader’s Theater, CATCH, and several activities/programs to help reduce Family Stress. REGISTRATION: Summer camp registration at Lake Nona YMCA is for YMCA MEMBERS ONLY! The first day to register is Wednesday, April 1st 2015. CAMP HOURS: 7:00am-6:00pm Structured Activities: 9:00am-4:00pm COST: $145 per week for members $35 Registration Fee (one time fee) Ages: K – 5th grade (Child must be entering kindergarten in the fall School Starts: Monday, August 24th and must turn 5yrs old by September 1st deadline) COST INCLUDES: Camp learning curriculums, field trips, swimming, crafts, and much more! SWIMMING: Children will swim every day in summer day camp/ weather permitting. All children will be swim tested every week. Non-swimmers will be allowed to participate in other aquatic activities or take swim lessons.

CAMP WEEKS: Last Day of School: Wed. June 3rd

Week 6: July 13th to July 17th

Pre Camp:

June 4th ($40 per day)

Week 7: July 20th to July 24th

June 5th ($40 per day)

Week 8: July 27th to July 31st

Week 1:

June 8th to June 12th

Week 9: August 3rd to August 7th

Week 2:

June 15th to June 19th

Week 10: August 10th to August 14th

Week 3:

June 22nd to June 26th

NO CAMP AUGUST 17-21ST

Week 4:

June 29th to July 3rd

Week 5:

July 6th to July 10th

SUMMER DAY CAMP PARENT HANDBOOK 2015 Central Florida YMCA Mission The purpose of this Association is to improve lives of all in Central Florida by connecting individuals, families and communities with opportunities based on Christian values that strengthen Spirit, Mind and Body. We build strong kids, strong families and strong communities. Staff All staff has completed a background check, as prescribed by Florida statute. All of the Central Florida YMCA staff has been fingerprinted. The CFYMCA also conducts reference checks and is a Drug Free Workplace. In addition, all staff must maintain current certification in CPR, AED, BBP and first aid training. Characteristics of Staff  Love of children  Friendly, Patient, & Creative  Enjoy playing with children  Receptive and open to parents Staff/Camper Ratios The Summer Day Camp is sufficiently staffed to meet the needs of and promote the physical, social and emotional development of children. CFYMCA Summer Day Camp ratios are: 1:18 Camp Location The Lake Nona YMCA Family Center is a partnership with Northlake Park Elementary School. This location will be offering another spectacular summer camp program. Lake Nona YMCA Family Center will have access to baseball/soccer field space, walking trails, a full-size gymnasium, classrooms, and much more. Our summer camp program will also have daily use of the Lake Nona YMCA swimming pool and playground.

Hours/Days of Operation Morning Extended Care Day Camp Program: Afternoon Extended Care Location:

7:00AM – 9:00AM 9:00AM – 4:00PM 4:00PM – 6:00PM Lake Nona YMCA Family Center

Camp Schedule (7:00AM – 6:00PM) 7:00 – 9:00 9:00 – 10:00 10:00 – 11:00 11:00 – 11:30 11:30 – 12:00 12:00 – 12:30 12:30 – 4:00

Camper Arrival/Choice Time Opening Ceremonies/Devotions/Snack time Schedules Activities Rotation #1 Scheduled Activities Rotation #2 Lunch Group #1 Lunch group #2 Scheduled Activities Rotations #3, #4, #5, & #6)

(Fitness, Games, Nature, Arts & Crafts, Team Building, Character Development) (Special events, swimming, archery, canoeing, etc)

4:00 – 5:00 5:00 – 6:00

Closing Ceremonies/Snack Time Pick-up/Choice Time

Eligibility  A child must be school age in order to participate in a Summer Day Camp program. This means that children must have turned 5 by September 1, 2015. Payment Procedures When you are making a payment for camp, please make sure that the following items are written on your check: 1. Child’s Full Name 2. Camp Week These items should appear in the memo section of your check. This will enable the front desk to properly credit your account. Payments received after Wednesday (normal YMCA hours) are subject to a $25.00 late fee and will be based on availability. All spaces are limited. To guarantee a spot your payment must be made in full by Wednesday prior to the week of camp your child will be starting. Rides In/Rides Out Camper drop off begins at 7:00 AM. Campers are expected to be at the YMCA by 8:45AM. Camp ends promptly at 6:00 PM and any campers left at the YMCA after 6:00 PM will be asked to pay a late fee.

Late Fee Policy Campers are to be picked up from the YMCA by 6:00PM. A late fee of $1.00 per minute/ per child will be charged for all campers picked up after 6:00 PM. Proper authorities will be called for parents who fail to pick up their camper(s) within 30 minutes of the camp closing time, and who have made no contact with the Camp Director. Payment for camp weeks must be made by the Wednesday of the previous week. Failure to make payment for camp at that time will result in a $25 late fee on following camp Monday. (Example: Week #2 payments are due on or before Wednesday of Week #1, payments made after the Wednesday of week #1 will have a $25 late fee when the payment is made for week #2).

Administration of Medication/Sunscreen/Food Allergies A child may not receive medication of any type at the YMCA unless such medications are absolutely necessary and required by a doctor on a scheduled basis. If this is the case, we ask that the parent follow these procedures:  Fill out a Medication Authorization Form, advising the Day Camp staff of the amount and frequency of the dosage. The form can be obtained from a member of the Day Camp Staff and must be filled out when you receive the form.  The medication must be in the original container with the pharmacist’s label, marked with the prescription number, child’s name and physician’s name. You can request from the pharmacist a second empty bottle with the same information so you can have a means of transporting your child’s medication.  At the end of the medication period, parents must take home any unused medication or give the YMCA permission to properly dispose of it. Non – waterproof sunscreen is what we recommend for campers to use during the summer. The reason for this recommendation is waterproof sunscreen does not come off and if rubbed in the eye, not even water will get it out. Camp director, camp staff, or lifeguards may not apply sunscreen. We recommend that your child/ren have sunscreen on before they arrive at camp. We also recommend that children are sent to camp with the spray on sunscreen; this is easy for our counselor to use on the children. Donations of the spray on sun-screen are much appreciated. Allergies to foods, chemicals or other environmental issues (such as nuts, pollen) must be listed in the “Allergies” section of the child’s information form. Please include any reactions and treatments of the allergies. Sick Child Parents will be contacted immediately if their child(ren) show signs of illness. It is better to be overcautious than to risk exposing the rest of the children and staff. Children must go home for:      

Earache (if they have not been on medication at least 24 hours). Fever over 98.6 degrees. Children may return when they have been fever free for 24 hours. Strep throat (if they have not been on medication at least 24 hours) Stomachache. Anything contagious; i.e., chicken pox, hand, foot and mouth disease. Diarrhea/vomiting.

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Contagious rashes or rashes of unknown origin. Head lice, including visible nits. Staff will check head upon return. Pink Eye (conjunctivitis) if they have not been on medication at least 24 hours. Significant runny nose (discolored mucous).

Cancellation and Refunds If for any reason you are unhappy with Camp and its services, you may cancel and withdraw from the program. Cancellations MUST be done 48 hours before the scheduled date of your withdrawal. Camp weeks will not be prorated. Refund forms are available at the YMCA front desk and must be filled out at the YMCA. Child Safety/Fire & Emergency Drills Every effort will be made to reach you or other contacts on the camp’s registration form in the event of an emergency. If we are unable to reach any of the persons listed, we will take the necessary actions for the health and safety of your child. Should there be any changes in the emergency contact numbers, please notify the Camp Director and the YMCA in writing so we may update your child’s file. Children experiencing minor injuries or illness such as bumps, bruises, scrapes, bee stings and stomach upsets will be treated by staff members who have received First Aid training, taking note of specifications on the child’s health form. Parents will be informed of all first aid given to their child. If the child’s symptoms persist, parents will be asked to pick-up the child.

Emergency Procedures: In case of a major emergency (such as broken bones, puncture wounds, etc.), the parent will be notified immediately to take care of the emergency. Monthly fire and/or emergency drills are required to be performed and documented. Reporting Suspected Child Abuse In order to ensure the well-being of the children in our care, our staff has a continuing duty under state law to report incidents of possible neglect or abuse, including physical, sexual, and psychological abuse, to the Department of Children and Families and to cooperate in any investigation of such possible neglect or abuse. All staff members are mandatory reporters and must follow Florida statute for mandatory reporting. We may be subjected to criminal penalties if we fail to report such possible harm. Staff is not allowed to comment to parents, other staff or any other persons on the subject of reported child abuse. Parents may not accuse or question staff concerning child abuse allegations. Child abuse investigations are a matter for DCF or local police departments. Release and Absent Procedures If a person other than the parent or authorized persons listed on your child’s registration form is picking up your child, you are required to notify the camp director by written note. We ask

you to inform the person picking up your child that we will request a valid driver’s license.

If your child will not be attending camp, please make sure the YMCA and camp staff is informed. If your child becomes ill while at camp, you must arrange for him or her to be picked up immediately upon receiving a call from our camp staff. A Photo ID must be presented to pick up each camper.

Discipline Policy Discipline is necessary for an effective program. The philosophy of our program is respect being shown to all. Praise and positive reinforcement are used to establish an environment of good will. Our staff are tolerant and understanding, but we will deal with disruptive behavior. Should a problem arise, the child will be spoken to in an effort to correct the problem. If unsuccessful, time – out will be used. Time – out is not a punishment, but a discipline technique that is a calming device and a method to help children gain self – control. If behavior does not improve after time – out and appropriate attention, then counseling with Camp Director and counselors will follow. If a child continues to exhibit unacceptable behavior, then a conference with the parents will take place. The YMCA reserves the right to dismiss any child whose behavior is unacceptable, without refund of camp fees. How to Prepare for Camp It is important that each child receive the following every day before they come to camp to ensure that they have a fun, safe, and energetic day: 

A Good night’s sleep and healthy breakfast

Our staff wants your child/ren to get the most out of what our camp has to offer. Please make sure that your child/ren has these items that are listed below with them every day:  Packed cold lunch* (we are not allowed to heat up lunches)  Two Snacks and two drinks and a water bottle  Swimsuit and Towel  Non – Waterproof sunscreen *(Please provide a lunch for your child/ren every day. Beginning the first week of camp, June 8th, the Lake Nona YMCA Family Center will be providing breakfast and morning snack for the summer day campers through the state funded free meals program. Please make sure that your child’s lunch is LABELED with first and last name and packed in a small igloo cooler or a vinyl lunch bag. Brown bags or plastic bags do not keep your child’s lunch cool and will not last if they get wet or ruined. If your child/ren has special eating habits, please let us know. Your child will be in an outdoor environment that involves lots of walking and dirty play. We ask that your child wear comfortable clothing and shoes every day. Tennis shoes are the only foot attire that campers are allowed to wear. Please make sure to dress your child in a comfortable manner, because they will be very active. If your child/ren has something else going on that day, please make sure to send a change of clothes with them. We do not recommend that your child/ren wear anything new to camp, because we cannot guarantee that it will look the same. All articles of clothing that your child/ren bring with them should be labeled with your child’s first and last name. This will make it easier when doing lost and found at the end of the day.

Lost and found will be kept for two weeks and any items not claimed after the two-week period will be donated to local community charities. We recommend that your child/ren bring their belongings in a backpack. Campers will carry their backpacks with them to designated spots near program areas. Children should not bring special toys or treasures to Summer Camp. This includes: Nintendo DS, trading cards, Bakugans, play guns, chewing gum, candy, money or toys that encourage aggressive play are not allowed.   

NO TOYS (this includes CD players, skateboards, Rip sticks, scooters, action figures, and portable game players) No tank – tops, cut –off shorts, flip flops or sandals No Lunches that need to be heated

Swimming Instruction All campers will be put through a swim test to determine their swimming level. After completing the swim test, campers will wear swim bands that will notify the lifeguards of a child’s specific swim level. A swim band is a nylon circular strap that will be worn by each camper to distinguish his or her swimming ability. Safety comes first when it comes to water and the well – being of each camper. Swim bands will be provided and will be collected after each swim period by their child’s counselors. If a campers’ swimming ability improves, they will be re – tested and given a new swim band based on their new swimming skills. Our goal is to help every camper achieve green band status. However, for those who are red or yellow band swimmers, we will offer alternative water activities and swim lessons for them until they are able to pass the swim test. The color of the swim bands is as follows: Red band – Non-swimmer Yellow band – Restricted area swimmer Green band - No swimming restrictions Field Trips Field trips are taken to local area attractions and occasionally we have a special guest or event that will be held at the Lake Nona YMCA Family Center. This allows campers to experience many activities outside of camp. Children are transported by bus and are closely supervised by camp staff. The costs of field trips are included in the weekly fee. A camp shirt will be given to each child registered. Campers are required to wear their camp shirt on all field trips. A list of all the field trips will be available for you at the parent orientation. Special Needs and Disability of a Child Policy The CFYMCA makes every effort to accommodate all children. If the safety of the child, staff or other children in Summer Day Camp is in question, the CFYMCA will discuss options with the parents.

Bathroom Policy In order to provide a safe place for all the children in our summer camp programs, there will be timed group bathroom breaks. All children will proceed to the bathroom facilities at one time. Staff will ensure that no children are unsupervised during the bathroom breaks. If an emergency occurs, staff will provide children with the necessary bathroom opportunities. The visits to the facility will be in a three buddy system with children of the same gender (males with males, females with females) as well as staff supervising the bathroom break. Staff is required to make sure that the time taken on bathroom breaks is not excessive. All children will report back to the staff when they have finished using the facilities. Non-discrimination Policy The Family Centers do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnic origin, religion, gender or sexual orientation.

LAKE NONA YMCA

SUMMER CAMP ENROLLMENT FORM 2015 Child's Name:

Date:

Physical Address: City:

_____________________________________ _______

State

_______ Zip: _______________________

Home Phone:

Cell Phone: ____________________________

Date of Birth: E-mail:

Sex: _________

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Grade in Fall 2015: ____ __

Mother's Name:

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Current Employer:

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Father's Name:

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Current Employer:

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Guardian's Name:

__

Current Employer:

__

Phone #: Cell#: Work #:

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Phone #: Cell#: Work #:

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Phone #: Cell#: Work #:

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Please mark an X where child physically resides: Mother: Father: Guardian: Emergency Contact/Pick up Person (s): Other than Parent 1. Name: Phone #:

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Relationship:

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2. Name: Phone #:

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Relationship:

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3. Name: Phone #:

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Relationship:

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CHILD HEALTH AND MEDICAL INFORMATION FORM Child's Physician:

Phone #:

Preferred Hospital:

Phone #:

Insurance Company:

Policy #:

Does your child have any physical limitations or special needs? YES _____ NO_____ If yes, please explain: ___________________________________________________ _ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________ _ ___________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________ _ ____________________

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Please describe any allergies your child has: ___________________________________________________ _ ___________________________________________________ _ ___________________________________________ _ ___________________________________________________ _ _____________________________________ ______ _ *This information will be used in the event that medical assistance is needed without a parent/guardian present.* Please indicate and provide instructions for any medications to be taken daily during the program hours: ___________________________________________________ _ ___________________________________________ _ ___________________________________________________ _ ___________________________________________ _ ___________________________________________________ _ __________________________________________ __ Please describe any additional information that meet their needs during their time at camp: ___________________________________________________ _ ___________________________________________________ _ ___________________________________________________ _

we should know about your child so that we can better __________________________________________ ________________________________________ ____________________________________

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In the event of an emergency, every effort is made to contact the parent's or guardian's. If a hospital is not specified, participants will be taken to the medical facility recommended by the rescue team.

CANCELLATION POLICY

The Lake Nona YMCA requires 48 hours advance notice to cancel for Summer Camp and still receive a refund. If the cancellation is made less than 48 hours to the start of the week of camp, the camp director will decide if a refund will be given.

AGREEMENT AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY STATEMENT

I/We certify to the best of my/our knowledge that everything on this health form is correct and the child herein is in good health and not carrying any communicable diseases. He/She has no physical ailments that will prevent normal participation unless specified on this form. He/She has my/our permission to participate in the Central Florida YMCA activities. I/we realize failure to disclose could result in termination of services. I/We also understand that it is my child's responsibility to bring and apply their own sunscreen. In the event of an emergency, I/We give permission to the Central Florida YMCA to obtain medical treatment for my child if I/we cannot be reached. I/we assume all risks and hazards incidental to the conduct of the Central Florida YMCA SUMMER CAMP Program. As of this date, I have received and read the YMCA SUMMER CAMP Parent Handbook including the Behavior Management Policy. I understand and agree to abide by the policies stated herein. I also give permission for the use of photographs of my child in YMCA brochures and photo collections.

Mother's Signature:

Date:

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Father's Signature:

Date:

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Guardian's Signature:

Date:

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AUTHORIZED PICK UP LIST Child Name:_____________________________________ Grade Entering (Fall2015): _____

Age: ________

I give authorization for the following people to remove my child from the Lake Nona YMCA Summer Day Camp Program. 1.)______________________________________________________ 2.)______________________________________________________ 3.)______________________________________________________ 4.)______________________________________________________ 5.)______________________________________________________ 6.)______________________________________________________ 7.)______________________________________________________ 8.)______________________________________________________ Parent Signature: _____________________________ Date__________

Lake Nona YMCA Summer Camp Payment Checklist (For office use only)

Child’s Name: ________________________________ Parent’s Name: ________________________________ Grade (Fall 2015): _______

___ Registration Fee Collected $ _________

Date collected: _____________

___

Date collected: ____________

Week #1- SPY ACADEMENY $ _________

___ Week #2- SURVIVOR $ _________

Date collected: _____________

___ Week #3- EXPLORATION SPACE $ _________

Date collected: _____________

___ Week #4- WET & WILD $ _________

Date collected: _____________

___ Week #5- COLOR WARS $ _________

Date collected: _____________

___ Week #6- ANIMAL PLANET $ _________

Date collected: _____________

___ Week #7- CHRISTMAS IN JULY $ _________

Date collected: _____________

___ Week #8- BACK TO THE FUTURE $ _________

Date collected: ____________

___ Week #9- ONCE UPON A TIME $ _________

Date collected: _____________

___ Week #10-AMER. NINJA WARRIOR $ ________ Date collected: _____________

Total Payment amount collected at initial registration for camp and extended day: $______________________

Staff accepting: ______________________________ Date: _____________________ Note for staff: Registration fee is $35 and summer camp is $145 weekly. There is a $25 late fee for camp payments made after the Wednesday before their week of camp starts.

Lake Nona YMCA Summer Camp Extended Day Payment Checklist (For office use only)

Child’s Name: ________________________________ Parent’s Name: ________________________________ Grade (Fall 2015): _______

Extended Day is $50 per child per week and added to specialty camp cost. ___

Week #1- Extended Day $ _________

Date collected: ____________

___ Week #2 - Extended Day $ _________

Date collected: _____________

___ Week #3- Extended Day $ _________

Date collected: _____________

___ Week #4- Extended Day $ _________

Date collected: _____________

___ Week #5- Extended Day $ _________

Date collected: _____________

___ Week #6- Extended Day $ _________

Date collected: _____________

___ Week #7- Extended Day $ _________

Date collected: _____________

___ Week #8- Extended Day $ _________

Date collected: ____________

___ Week #9- Extended Day $ _________

Date collected: _____________

___ Week #10- Extended Day $ ________

Date collected: _____________

Total Payment amount collected for extended day: $______________________ *Add the total from this page to the total on the previous page for the grand total paid today.*

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