At the YMCA, we don’t just watch your children play. We actively engage them in fun programs, physical recreation and activities that emphasize character development and Christian values! We build relationships with them and encourage them to build relationships with each other. Through our youth programs children learn to be honest, responsible, to respect and care for one another! Who leads YMCA Youth Programs? Our programs are lead by a responsible and energetic staff of adults, college and high school students. Each staff member is carefully selected through a comprehensive application and interview process - under the direction of full time YMCA professionals. Staff are fully trained with an emphasis on YMCA priorities such as being an exemplary role model, building camper self-esteem, creativity, safety, fun and YMCA spirit - our programs are effective because of the quality of our staff! What is the YMCA's Program Philosophy? Each camper is placed into a "huddle group" according to his/her age and grade. Counselors lead campers in challenging, age-appropriate activities providing fun-filled opportunities for campers to develop physically, mentally, socially and spiritually. No matter what your child's age or time of year - we have a YMCA youth program for your child! How does YMCA Transportation work? We are always on the move doing something fun at the YMCA - picking up campers for after school, going swimming at summer camp, taking field trips, visiting local parks, museums and more! This means that campers may ride a YMCA bus from time to time (this will vary depending on the program you choose). While on a YMCA bus, your child's safety is our first and foremost concern. All of our bus drivers have their commercial driver's license from the State of North Carolina. Our bus drivers undergo the same screening, background checks and training that each YMCA counselor undergoes and completes additional YMCA Transportation training! What is the YMCA's Inclement Weather Policy? You child's safety and well being are our top priorities. During inclement weather YMCA Youth Program operate under the following conditions: If Wake County Schools Close: All YMCA Youth Programs are closed. If Wake County Schools are Delayed: All morning YMCA Youth Programs are delayed by the same amount of time (i.e. if school starts 2 hours late, then early arrivals, tracking out(year round only) and S.O.S. start 2 hours late). If Wake County Schools Dismiss Early: YMCA Youth Programs will be closed. No YMCA staff will report to the school. YMCA transportation WILL NOT pick campers up from schools. Parents must pick their children up from school. The Tracking Out Program (year round only) WILL NOT transport campers back to school sites. All Tracking Out campers must be picked up from the YMCA immediately. During extended periods of school closing - the YMCA may operate youth programs on a limited basis. This will be first come-first serve and Tracking Out campers are given first priority. Call the YMCA for more information and updates during inclement weather. Our school programs are offered for children attending: Year Round Schools Ballentine Elementary Banks Road Elementary Herbert Akins Road Elementary Holly Grove Elementary Holly Springs Elementary Middle Creek Elementary Oak Grove Elementary Olive Chapel Elementary West Lake Elementary Lufkin Middle West Lake Middle Tracking Out - for students on three week break Traditional Schools Apex Elementary Apex Middle Baucom Elementary Penny Road Elementary Holly Ridge Elementrary Holly Ridge Middle Dillard Drive Elementary Dillard Drive Middle Swift Creek Elementary Yates Mill Pond Elementary

Summer Day Camp
	2012 Summer Day Camp Programs	What will your child do this summer? A - Watch TV B - Watch TV, eat C - Watch TV, eat, sleep OR... D - Spend the summer making new friends and trying new things like archery, swimming, soccer, field & gym games, devotions, skits, teambuilding activities, basketball, lacrosse, arts & crafts, dressing up for theme days, recognition for good character and much more at one of the Kraft Family YMCA's 2012 summer day camps! Day camp is a great way for children to spend the summer! Our energetic counselors are actively involved in creating a safe, fun and nurturing environment for your child. Each part of the YMCA summer day camp experience is designed to strengthen your child's confidence, character and well-being all while allowing them to make new friends and try new things! No matter what your child's age or what they enjoy, we have a summer camp for him or her!
	Camp G.R.A.C.E. (Growth. Recognition. Achievement. Character. Encouragement.)	Camp G.R.A.C.E. is offered at the Kraft Family YMCA in partnership with A Small Miracle, Inc.. Camp G.R.A.C.E. is not a mental health program or treatment program. While our staff attend introductory trainings in these disciplines, we are not designed to implement therapeutic programs. Our goal is for staff to have an understanding of these methods, and to incorporate these ideals into daily activities.
	Camp CrossRoads	Full-day camp with swimming, arts & crafts, archery, teambuilding, songs, skits, values times, assemblies and Family Nights. CrossRoads campers will swim at the Kraft Family YMCA pool each Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Weekly themes add variety while the core activities are maintained. Campers dress up for Thrilltastic Thursdays according to the weekly themes. Summer 2012 CrossRoads weeks: June 11-15: Around the World in 5 Days June 18-22: No Place Like Space June 25-29: Holiday Hoopla July 2-6*: Red, White & Blue July 9-13: Tropical Paradise July 16-20: Summer Blockbuster July 23-27: Artful Expressions July 30 - Aug. 3: Dream Career Aug. 6-10: Crossroads Got Talent Aug. 13-17: Mystery Science Aug. 20-24: Underwater Adventure *No camp on Wed., July 4th
	Camp Explorer	Full-day camp with swimming, skill development, arts & crafts, teambuilding, songs, skits, values times, dress-up days, assemblies and Family Nights. Explorer campers swim at the Kraft Y pool every Tuesday and Thursday. Campers dress up for Wacky Wednesdays according to the weekly themes. Summer 2012 Explorer weeks: June 18-22: Silly Superhero June 25-29: Mad Science July 2-6*: Seasons July 9-13: Mystery Madness July 16-20: Into the Arts July 23-27: Time Travel July 30 - Aug. 3: Water Aug. 6-10: Fantastic Foods Aug. 13-17 Route 66 *No camp Wed., July 4th
	Sports Camp	Sports Camp offers a unique blend of fun and skill development, allowing seasoned players to excel as well as introducing newcomers to the sport. Campers are encouraged to set and achieve individual goals each week. Campers swim on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons at the Kraft Y pool. Summer 2012 Sports Camp Sessions: June 18–22 Soccer/Basketball June 25-29 Basketball/Lacrosse July 2-6* Soccer/Flag Football July 9-13 Basketball/Flag Football July 16-20 Soccer/Lacrosse July 23-27 Basketball/Cheerleading July 30 - Aug. 3 Soccer/Cheerleading Aug. 6-10 Basketball/Lacrosse Aug. 13-17 Soccer/Basketball *No camp Wed., July 4th
	Camper In Leadership Training (C.I.L.T.) Program	Our CILT program is designed to give teens an opportunity to develop leadership skills, serve as role models for younger campers and give them time to hang out with their peers in an active, fun and safe environment. Activities include team building, outings, service projects and special events.
	British Soccer Camp	Learn to play soccer British-style! Players have the opportunity to receive high-level soccer coaching from a team of international experts. Each day includes foot skills, technical drills, tactical practices, small-sided games and coached scrimmages. Equally important, the YMCA provides your child with lessons in self-discipline, good sportmanship and respect for others.
School Programs
	What do you need to register your child...	Registration Checklist Youth Information Form, one per child (below) Immunization records, for year-round students Voided check, for monthly bank draft Inital Payment - Fees are due per child, based on weekly start date, and vary per program
	New Program! Kraft On-Site Early Arrivals	Early Arrivals is a great way to start the morning at the Kraft Family YMCA! Each morning is filled with fun and preparation for the school day ahead! When does this program run? Early Arrivals runs from 7:00 a.m. until boarding the bus at 7:40 a.m.
	Apex Elementary After School Program	Apex Elementary After School is a safe, fun alternative to hanging out at home each afternoon! Held on-site at Apex, campers' afternoons are filled with gym and field games, arts & crafts, homework incentives, assemblies, and much more!
	Banks Road Early Arrivals	Early Arrivals is a great way to start the morning for students at Banks Road Elementary! Each morning is filled with fun and preparation for the school day ahead!
	Banks Road After School	After School at Banks Road is the perfect blend of homework and fun! Afternoons are filled with field & gym games, arts & crafts, playground time, homework, and much more!
	Baucom After School	Baucom Elementary After School is a safe, fun alternative to hanging out at home each afternoon! Held on-site at Baucom Elementary, campers' afternoons are filled with gym and field games, arts & crafts, homework incentives, activities on the fields and playgrounds and much more!
	Dillard Drive After School	Dillard Drive After School is a safe, fun alternative to hanging out at home each afternoon! Held on-site at Dillard, campers' afternoons are filled with gym and field games, arts & crafts, homework incentives and much more!
	Herbert Akins Early Arrivals	Early Arrivals is a great way to start the morning for students at Herbert Akins Elementary! Each morning is filled with fun and preparation for the school day ahead! Campers earn character trait stars for being honest, having good sportsmanship, being respectful, caring and being responsible!
	Herbert Akins After School	After School at Herbert Akins is the perfect blend of homework and fun! Afternoons are filled with field & gym games, arts & crafts, playground time, homework, and much more!
	Kraft After School	Kraft After School is the place to be! We start our afternoon off with snack and values time. Campers have the option to go to homework (Mon-Thurs) where they can do their homework and get basic questions answered by one of our youth counselors. It's not all work though - gym games, Compass Awards, weekly skill development clubs, arts & crafts and more round out our day!
	Middle Creek After School	Middle Creek Elementary After School is a safe, fun alternative to hanging out at home each afternoon! Held on-site at Middle Creek, campers' afternoons are filled with gym and field games, arts & crafts, homework incentives, activities on the fields and playgrounds and much more!
	Middle School After School	Middle School After School is the perfect blend of academics and fun! This program is specially designed for middle schoolers - around their interests and needs. Campers have the opportunity to take part in the YMCA's Model UN Program and Leaders Club while at after school!
	Oak Grove Early Arrivals	Early Arrivals is a great way to start the morning for students at Oak Grove Elementary! Each morning is filled with fun and preparation for the school day ahead! Campers earn awards for being honest, displaying good sportsmanship, being respectful, caring and being responsible!
	Oak Grove After School Program	From start to finish, our afternoons at after school are packed with fun and character development! Each month, a variety of clubs are offered every Wednesday. Our links reward campers for being outstanding role models and good behavior each month. Oak Grove After School is where you want to be!
	Olive Chapel Early Arrivals	Early Arrivals is a great way to start the morning for students at Olive Chapel Elementary! Each morning is filled with fun and preparation for the school day ahead! Campers earn character trait stars for being honest, having good sportsmanship, being respectful, caring and being responsible!
	Olive Chapel After School Program	After School at Olive Chapel is the perfect blend of homework and fun! Afternoons are filled with field & gym games, arts & crafts, playground time, homework, and much more!
	Penny Road Early Arrivals	Early Arrivals is a great way to start the morning for students at Penny Road Elementary! Each morning is filled with fun and preparation for the school day ahead! Campers earn awards for being honest, displaying good sportsmanship, being respectful, caring, and being responsible!
	Penny Road After School	Penny Road After School is a safe, fun alternative to hanging out at home each afternoon. Held on-site at the Kraft Family YMCA, campers' afternoons will be filled with gym and field games, arts and crafts, homework incentives, playground time, skill development, and much more. Our Compass Awards Program will provide the curriculum for our programming as well as incentives for campers to achieve!
	West Lake Early Arrivals	Early Arrivals is a great way to start the morning for students at West Lake Elementary! Each morning is filled with fun and preparation for the school day ahead! Campers earn awards for being honest, displaying good sportsmanship, being respectful, caring and being responsible!
	West Lake After School	From start to finish, our afternoons at after school are packed with fun and character development! We have an emphasis on homework and working on being outstanding role models with activities each month. West Lake After School is designed to strengthen your child’s confidence, character and well-being. What does an afternoon at After School look like? 3:00 - 3:15 Snack 3:15 - 4:00 Activity 1 4:00 - 4:45 Activity 2(Mon - Thurs) *4:00 - 4:20 Program assembly on Friday only *4:20 - 5:00 Activity 2 on Friday only 4:45 - 5:00 Huddle assemblies (Mon & Wed); Values Time (Tues & Thurs) *4:00 - 5:00 Homework available (Mon - Thurs) 5:00 - 5:30 Centers & sports leagues 5:30 - 5:45 Gym games 5:45 - 6:00 Quiet games
	S.O.S. Days (School's Out Specials)	What are you going to do when there is a break from school? Spend it with us! S.O.S. Days are all-day programs (7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.) during holidays and teacher workdays. These days are not covered by traditional school programs, year-round school programs or Tracking Out. What will campers do during an S.O.S. day? As if being on break from school wasn't fun enough - we just add to it at the YMCA with activities like: Field Trips Values Times & Devotions Special Guests Movies Gym & Field Games Songs Arts & Crafts and MORE!
Tracking Out
	Tracking Out Activity Calendars
	Track Out Trips to Camp Seafarer	A three-day, two-night field trip for all second through eighth graders in Tracking Out where they will get to participate in a variety of activities, such as boating, kayaking, canoeing, archery, zip lines, shark tooth hunts, campfires, nature, and sleeping in open-air cabins.
	What year-round schools are served in YMCA programs...	The Kraft Family YMCA serves these schools for Track Out Ballentine Elementary Banks Road Elementary Herbert Akins Elementary Holly Grove Elementary Holly Springs Elementary Middle Creek Elementary Oak Grove Elementary Olive Chapel Elementary West Lake Elementary Holly Grove Middle School Lufkin Middle School West Lake Middle School Please scroll to "Transportation Options" below to see how we serve and transport for each school. Bring to registration Youth Information Form, one per child Immunization records, for year-round students Voided check, for monthly bank draft Youth Planning Worksheet
	Kraft Tracking Out	What is Tracking Out? Come spend your three-week break with us! The program provides a safe, fun and caring atmosphere with an emphasis on Christian values. Tracking Out offers guided recreation and age-appropriate skill development through exciting activities. No matter what your child's age or what they enjoy Tracking Out offers a wide variety of opportunities that everyone can enjoy! Campers will get the opportunity to participate in on-site activities including arts/humanities, sports and wellness. In addition, campers will get to attend at least one field trip per track and will get the opportunity to go swimming year-round (using either the Kraft Y's outdoor pool during the summer months or the indoor pool at the Alexander Family YMCA in Raleigh).
	Tracking Out - 4 Break Option	Choosing this option will allow your child to have child care for all four track out breaks. For participants choosing 4 Break Care, a discount of is built in to allow for days missed due to vacation and/or illness. Transportation In order to accommodate as many needs as possible, the Kraft Family YMCA offers a variety of morning and afternoon transportation options. Please see below for more information.
	Tracking Out 1-Week Sessions	Don't need care for all three weeks during your break? No problem! Parents interested in registering for individual weeks may choose their desired weeks by completing the YMCA Youth Registration form and Tracking Out Weeks form. Campers must be signed up at least one week in advance of the week they are registered for. Weeks are also available for the summer months, and sold as summer day camp weeks. 1-week sessions This is our most flexible Tracking Out option. Register only for the weeks you select. Register separately for holidays/ teacher workdays which are covered through our S.O.S. Days. Payment in full is due with registration for 1-week sessions. Register for a minimum of four weeks and payment may be set up through bank draft. *Week breaks cannot be split for any reason.*
	Tracking Out Transportation Options 2011-2012	YMCA buses provide convenient drop off/pick up options. Choose the transportation options that best fit your schedule. Morning Drop Off: 1. At the Kraft Family YMCA 2. Banks, Herbert Akins or Olive Chapel Elementary students may be dropped off at their school and ride a Y bus to the Y 3. Ride the school bus Afternoon Pick-Up: 1. At your YMCA school program until 6:00 p.m. 2. Ride school bus home (YMCA school site locations only) 3. At the Kraft Family YMCA Please choose one AM and one PM option for the year, at the time of registration. *There must be a minimum of 14 students enrolled from the school for the Y to offer transportation from that site.
Sports & Fitness
	New Indoor Track Guidelines	Please take a moment to review the following guidelines with your child before your first walk/run. 1. Child must enter and exit the track directly in front of the stairway. 2. Child may not enter any other area of the wellness center. 3. Child must be within arm’s length of a responsible adult at all times. 4. When walking or running child should be beside or in front of responsible adult.
	Youth Academy	Your children in grades 3rd through 8th are invited to participate in our Youth Academy to improve their overall health and wellbeing. The activities will include sports, games, fitness and fun!
	Kraft Family YMCA Sports Mission and Expectations	To promote, develop, and nurture in every child and family the values that are the core to the YMCA: faith, caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. The Youth Sports program will encourage teamwork, sportsmanship, and fairness while striving to build the self-esteem and physical ability of each child through equal participation and positive reinforcement. Coach's Expectations Parent's Expectations Role of Team Parent Values and Officials Tips
	Kraft Family YMCA Sports (Age Divisions)
	Fall and Winter Youth Basketball	Come play basketball with the people who invented it - the YMCA! Our basketball leagues are instructional programs that focus on the fundamentals of basketball and sportsmanship! League rules are adjusted to encourage kids to learn the proper way to dribble, rebound, do a lay-up, learn offensive and defensive plays, and also have FUN! Our "holistic" approach to sports combines the fundamentals of the game with those of life - teaching sportsmanship, fair play, teamwork, and friendship. Games begin with "pre-game" talks lead by YMCA staff that focus on values and rules of the game and each ends with the YMCA Athletes' Prayer.
	Spring 2012 Youth Soccer	The Kraft Family YMCA's Triangle Y Soccer Club is excited to offer the spring 2012 soccer season for U5-U15 players! Our leagues follow the USYS (United States Youth Soccer) small-sided guidelines - meeting the needs of all players as well as ensuring player development. Our mission for the soccer league is to create an atmosphere for children and adults, which is accepting, challenging, friendly, fun and safe; where self-confidence can be nurtured as people grow and develop their skills in wholesome surroundings. Our club is made up of YMCA staff and volunteers who work together and strive to offer quality soccer programs for youth.
	Spring 2012 Youth Volleyball	The Kraft Family YMCA is excited to offer Volleyball leagues again. We are excited to offer two age divisions again for this upcoming season. Our volleyball leagues are instructional programs that focus on the fundamentals of volleyball and sportsmanship! League rules are adjusted to assist the players in learning the sport. Our "holistic" approach to sports combines the fundamentals of the game with those of life - teaching sportsmanship, fair play, teamwork, and friendship. Volunteer coaches are needed so contact Mark Simmons if willing to coach.
	Spring 2012 Teeball	A recreational teeball program for members and program participants. Skill development, good sportsmanship, and character traits are focused on weekly. Practices are held once a week for an hour with games played on Saturdays.