8th & 9th Grades - C.I.T.

Sample Schedule

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Club Day Electives

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Dates & Rates

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FAQs

Caring Staff

We create an environment that challenges campers, promotes learning, and encourages cooperation and friendship.

Custom Schedule

Club Day gives CIT campers the opportunity to shape their own summer camp experience by choosing activities based on personal interests

Stay Connected

We keep you in the loop with regular updates from our directors and staff, so you always know what's happening with your kid at camp.

Adventure Programs

Campers participate in Maplewood’s summer camp adventure programs, including rock climbing and the ropes course.

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Summer Camp – 8 & 9th Grade C.I.T.

Sample Daily Schedule

These are just a few of the 50+ activities available. See all activities.

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9-9:30

Roundup

Roundup is a Maplewood tradition where we meet at the basketball court for morning announcements and to sing and dance together.

9:30–12:00

Counselor in Training with Camp Groups

The C.I.T program gives our most mature campers those entering the 8th and 9th grades, a feel for what it takes to be a counselor, without the responsibility of being a counselor. Each morning, they learn and grow by interacting with the campers and observing and assisting the counselors and specialists. The interaction and mentoring they receive will help strengthen their abilities and they will naturally begin to develop the skills needed to be future leaders.

12–12:30

Lunch

After a morning of running and playing, campers meet at the pavilion, Maplewood’s outdoor picnic area, and enjoy lunch with their group while relaxing in the crisp fresh air. Lunch options include bringing lunch from home where we refrigerate upon arrival, or preordering food delivered to Maplewood from My Hot Lunchbox. In the afternoon, campers gather under the pavilion for ice cream and to spend time with their camp friends.

12:30–1:00

Archery

Take aim...Ready...Fire! Archery is an archery that helps improve focus, concentration, and hand-eye coordination. Although many of our campers come to camp having never used a bow, they leave feeling confident and excited about their new found skills.

1–1:30

Swimming Lessons (daily)

Our waterfront staff works hard throughout the summer to help campers adjust to the water, learn to float, and learn basic swim strokes. Nothing beats taking a ride down “Hoppin Hal’s tongue-slide,” into our Olympic sized heated pool.

1:30–2:15

Club Day

(Camper’s Choice) provides campers entering first grade and above multiple opportunities to shape their own camp experience. With over 30 activities to choose from campers will always find an activity that will excite and challenge them.

2:15–3:00

Rock'N'Ropes - Climb Adventure

Our Rock Climbing Wall & Ropes Course offers campers the opportunity to step outside of their safe-zone. Campers and students challenge themselves throughout the year in a supportive and safe environment, participating in the flying squirrel, slingshot, and space station.

3:00–4:00

Ice Cream Dismissal

Each afternoon, our campers get an ice cream treat, from cones to sandwiches to bars, all made in a nut-free facility. We also always offer a lactose-free, gluten-free ice cream option. Our ice cream has no high fructose corn syrup or artificial food coloring.

Summer Camp – 8 & 9th Grade C.I.T.

Club Day - Electives

Gives growing campers the opportunity to shape their own summer camp experience.

Campers can choose activities based on personal interests such as home run derby, nature, yoga, Lego robotics, macrame, yoyo-ing, capture the flag, archery, ceramics, rock climbing, fishing, ropes course and a long list of other options.

Summer Camp – 8 & 9th Grade C.I.T.

Special Events

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Carnival

Carnival brings the camp to life with music and laughter! Staff and campers join forces for a fun-filled event featuring interactive games, face painting, cotton candy, and lots of enjoyment!

Tie-Dye Day

Campers and staff gets into the action for our annual Summer Camp Tie Dye activity. At the end of the week everyone wears their creation and the camp is filled with a sea of colors.

Scavenger Hunt

Scavenger Hunt is filled with teamwork, riddles, clues, and giggles! Campers and staff all get into the action in search of Lee's hat.

Gold Rush

Gold Rush! Games & Gold! Enjoy thrilling games, discover shimmering gold, and immerse yourself in the spirited world of cowboys and endless fun!

Penny Dive

Penny Dive. Dancing on the pool deck combined with the search for pennies that get thrown in the Pool. Some of the lucky ones find a giant one! And penny dive would not be complete without a visit to the penny candy store.

Summer Camp – 8 & 9th Grade C.I.T.

2025 Summer Camp Dates & Rates

Time: 9:00 am-4:00 pm. 5-Day: Monday-Friday

8 weeks:
Jul. 23–Aug.15

$5,450

6 weeks:
- Jun. 23– Aug. 1
- Jul. 7–Aug. 15

$4,480

4 weeks:
- Jun. 23–Jul. 18
- Jul. 21–Aug. 15

$3,085

3 weeks:
- Jun. 23–Jul. 11
- Jul. 14–Aug. 1
- Jul. 28–Aug. 15

$2,410

2 weeks:
- Jun. 23–Jul. 4
- Jul. 7–Jul. 18
- Jul. 21–Aug. 1
- Aug. 4-15

$1,625

1 week:
Aug. 18–22

$775

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Summer Camp – 2025 Dates & Rates

Extended Hours

Before Care

$16

/day

7:30-9:00 am

After Care

$19

/day

4:00-6:00 pm

Before & After Care

$28

/day

7:30-9:00 am

4:00-6:00 pm

FAQs

These are the most frequent questions we get about the Maplewood 1-7th Grade Summer Camp Program. Can't find an answer here? Get in touch and we'll be glad to help!

What is Club Day? How customizable is the summer camp program?

Gives growing campers the opportunity to shape their own summer camp experience.

Campers can choose activities based on personal interests such as home run derby, nature, yoga, Lego robotics, macrame, yoyo-ing, capture the flag, archery, ceramics, rock climbing, fishing, ropes course and a long lis t of other options.

Will my child learn to swim? What if they're a complete beginner?

Daily Swim instruction takes place in a heated, specially designed shallow pool. Beginners get 1:1 attention. All our staff are fully trained in safety and our life-guards keep a careful eye to prevent any potential issues.

Over 30,000 children have learned to swim at Maplewood. We cherish this tradition and work hard to maintain the high standards we've set for ourselves, since our founding over 60 years ago.

Learn more about our famous Maplewood Swimming Instruction.

Don't be shy, come say hello!

Drop by and see all that we have to offer

Lee (our director) just loves giving tours of our facilities and answering any questions prospective parents might have. It's also a great way to help make the best preschool choice for you and your child.

Schedule a Tour with Lee

Lee Pinstein the director and owner of Maplewood Country Day Camp and Enrichment Center