Behavior & Discipline
In our summer camp setting, we prioritize a caring and positive approach to behavior management and discipline. We expect all participants to uphold three core principles:
1. Respect for fellow campers and staff members. 2. Respect for the camp facilities and equipment. 3. Compliance with camp rules to ensure safety for all.
Our aim is to cultivate self-control and accountability in campers, guiding them to understand the impact of their actions. Camp staff will establish clear and consistent rules appropriate for each age group, encouraging campers to communicate and resolve conflicts verbally. If a camper continues to struggle with behavior despite redirection and support, our disciplinary procedures will be implemented. Similarly, parents are expected to exemplify respect and appropriate behavior within the camp environment.
Discipline serves the purpose of promoting self-control and personal responsibility. We utilize positive reinforcement and redirection strategies to address negative behavior.
Every effort will be made to accommodate the diverse needs of our campers, ensuring a fun and positive learning experience for all. However, there may be occasions where a child’ s behavior necessitates finding a more suitable setting.
Examples of such instances could include:
• The child is unable to safely participate in the program or poses a risk to themselves or others, despite efforts by staff to mitigate such risks.
• Any situation where the accommodations required for the child’ s success conflict with the overall group dynamics, or when a different environment is deemed more beneficial for the child’ s development.
Before considering dismissal, our approach at the summer camp is to employ progressive discipline strategies and maintain open communication with the family. It’ s important for parents and guardians to recognize that while we strive to accommodate every child, our summer camp may not be the best fit for every individual. In some cases, a child may be unable to meet our behavior expectations even with reasonable accommodations.
Inclusion Services at Camp
The Glenview Park District is committed to providing positive, welcoming camp experiences for every child. Inclusion services are available at no additional cost for residents with special needs. Supports may include staff training, program modifications, adapted equipment, program observations, and companion services when needed.
How to Request Inclusion Support
When registering for a Park District camp:
1. Indicate your request by selecting " Yes " on the Americans with Disabilities Act accommodation section of the fillable PDF or paper registration form.
2. If registering online, please also reach out to the Park Center front desk or your camp supervisor to let us know you’ d like to request NSSRA support. Our team will make sure staff are notified and next steps are in place.
3. Once your registration is submitted, a program supervisor will contact you to learn more about your camper’ s strengths and needs.
4. The supervisor will complete an Inclusion Request Form and send it to our partner, the Northern Suburban Special Recreation Association( NSSRA).
5. NSSRA will connect with you to discuss your camper’ s needs and determine the type of support required.
6. NSSRA and Park District staff will coordinate to put accommodations in place before camp begins.
7. Ongoing communication between families, NSSRA, and camp staff continues throughout the summer.
Additional Supports & Opportunities
• Inclusion Support: Trained companions support participation, blend in as part of our camp team, wear GPD staff apparel, and complete all required trainings.
• Meet & Greet & Preparations: Families are invited to attend a pre-camp meet & greet, are welcome to schedule a walk-through of camp spaces( Park District sites only), and share behavior plans or school resources with supervisors. In some cases, a camper care plan may be created with the family, NSSRA, and camp staff.
For more information, please visit our Inclusion webpage or contact the Park Center front desk to be connected with Natalie Liang, Assistant Superintendent of Recreation.