A Summer Camp in August Super Kids
Pitapana M. V. -Negambo
“Nature Lovers” of grade 6 create a polythene free, eco-friendly environment in the school under the supervision of Mr. C. A. Sampath.
The ring of a bell, the cheers of children rushing to pack their bags and the traffic jams outside at noon on a week day all signify one thing - the end of a school day. However, in August, the constant chatter in school corridors is replaced by a sullen silence, while homes come alive with the energetic young ones. Holidays can be stressful times for a parent, having to accommodate the constant presence of an energetic young human being, into their crammed up work schedules.
But there is no need to fret, because the annual Super Kids Summer Camp organized by the Ladies’ College, Institute of Professional Studies is here to save the day. Often referred to as the best summer camp in Colombo, the qualified teachers in charge ensure that the apple of your eye is in safe, capable hands.
Starting on the 8th of August, the camp will go on for 9 weekdays, all the way through the 18th. From 8:30 am to 12:30 pm, your sons and daughters, aged 5 – 12 will find a portal to channel their energy into an eventful and fun- filled summer camp that they will love. The camp which received around 20 kids at its inception is now met with about 80 applications, with the number growing each year. The ever growing popularity of the camp is a by-product of their success over the last 8 years, and it is no surprise that over the years, parents have expressly communicated their satisfaction with the conduct of the programme, recommending the programme to their friends and family.
This day camp provides your child with the opportunity to learn many skills that would undoubtedly shape them to be better citizens and overall high achievers. They will have the chance to interact and make friends with children from other schools, while learning the importance of good sportsmanship and how to be a team player. The girls and boys celebrating their birthdays during camp are showered with love and good wishes as they are given the spotlight to celebrate their special day, and the really shy ones always break out of their shell and find their voice as they engage in carefree laughter with their newly formed friends.
The events organised by the institute are sure to get your child bouncing in excitement and anticipation. The plethora of activities includes a magic show, scavenger hunt, balloon modelling, face painting, arts and crafts, a cookery workshop, fancy dress, hip hop dancing, a sports day and more, including 5 new surprise activities. There is a wide variety of opportunities for the kids to find joy in something they were never exposed to before. Your child might find that he/she has a knack for cook- ing, or even the flair to move with the rhythm. The Talent Show could be your chance at discovering your child’s hidden talents as it is completely up to the children to decide what they are inspired by, and what they want to showcase.
Children can bring snacks to replenish their hungry tummies, making sure that there will be nothing on their minds but the fun and games. Since each activity is meant to be rewarding, every child that leaves the camp is filled with the sense of satisfaction, and with loads of gifts ready to be distributed, no child will go with their arms or their hearts empty.
Registration for this much anticipated summer camp ends on the 31st of July 2017, and you can either enrol for both weeks at an all inclusive price of Rs. 11,000 or just one funfilled week for Rs. 6,500. For more information, visit www.lcips.lk