Camp Cunningham 2024
Update: Camp Cunningham 2024 Sessions 2 and 3 are at Capacity. As of 5/1/2024 limited spots in Session 1.
the program, staff, camp hours & more
The Program
Camp Cunningham (CC) is a licensed, full-day camp offering swimming, sports, arts and crafts & special events. Our camp is operated by Milton Community Schools, a self-supported department of Milton Public Schools.
What We Do
We place all our emphasis on Values, Respect, Fairness, and Acceptance! Our program provides campers with stimulating daily activities in a safe, nurturing, and fun environment. Camp is headquartered at the Cunningham School, with daily swimming at Caldwell Pond located at Cunningham Park.
Campers
CC is open to currently enrolled Milton Public School students entering grades 1-6 in the fall of 2024. Our adult counselor-to-child ratio is 1:5 for younger campers (entering 1ST grade) and 1:6 for older campers.
Camp Duration & Hours:
CC is a six-week program divided into three bi-weekly sessions. Campers may attend as many as three sessions or as few as one session. One-week signups are not allowed. Camp hours are from 8 am to 3 pm and optional extended day 3- 5 pm.
Staff
CC prides itself on hiring caring qualified staff hired on the basis of creativity, enthusiasm, and love for children. Our high standards include a commitment to safety. We also bring in various specialists in art, cooking, literacy, STEM, and sports to enhance our curriculum. All staff is trained and certified in CPR & First Aid.
Licensing
Camp Cunningham is inspected annually to comply with the regulations of the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (105 CMR 430.000) and it is licensed annually by the Milton Board of Health.
Safety & Health
At CC the safety and health of our campers and staff is our main concern. CC will adhere to the Board of Health and Milton Public Schools' most current safety and health policies. A registered nurse will be available every day during camp hours.
Meals and Snacks
Campers bring a home-packed lunch and snacks of their choice. CC provides refrigeration and a water bubbler. We are a peanut/tree nut-free camp. We do take food allergies seriously.
Required Health Forms
In order to complete your registration, MCS must receive a Dept. of Public Health--approved medical form signed by the camper’s physician and parents/guardians for each child registered by May 24. More information about the Certificate of Immunization and Physical Report
Medication Information
Campers requiring medication to be administered during the camp day must submit a Medication Administration Consent Form
TUITION & registration
Camp CU is open to currently enrolled MPS students entering 1st to 6th grade in the Fall 2024
One-week sign-ups or splitting sessions are not allowed. A waitlist will be available if capacity is reached.
(opens March 13 at noon)
Registration opens on March 13 at noontime
Registration opens on March 13 at noontime online on Arbiter Sports (formerly known as Family ID).
A non-refundable deposit per session ($100.00 reg. camp hours and $50.00 extended day option) is required to process each registration. The deposit will be applied toward the total tuition. Not sure if you need extended day? You can sign up at a later time.
Once your child is registered, you will be invoiced through My School Bucks. Your balance may be paid in full or in five scheduled payments: 03/29, 04/12, 04/26, 05/10 and 05/24. The total balance must be paid by May 24, 2024.
Cancellations, Changes, Refunds Changes, refunds, or credits might be issued before May 3. Any changes before this deadline are upon availability. Cancellations before May 3 must be requested via email to campcunningham@miltonps.org. Approved refunds minus the deposit and a $25.00 registration fee will be issued within ten business days.
Financial Aid Financial aid is available for income-eligible Milton Public Schools families. Income documentation and forms are required. CAMP CU 24 F.A. APPLICATION AND GUIDELINES Application for financial assistance must be received by April 1. Incomplete applications will not be accepted
QUESTIONS? Please email Director Martha Sandoval at msandoval@miltonps.org
Don't want to pay online payment processing fees? My School Bucks offers One Pay Membership Save in additional fees for 12 months with e-check payments. This benefit applies to all Community Schools and Food Services programs payments processed through My School Bucks.
daily activities, swimming, field trips & more
Campers are no longer required to obtain a pond membership to attend camp!
You can still purchase a membership to access the pond outside Camp Cunningham's hours. CUNNINGHAM PARK WEBSITE
Swimming at Cunningham Park Pond
Recreational daily swimming is a vital part of our daily schedule. CC will continue partnering with the Cunningham Park Foundation for our campers to enjoy Caldwell pond for recreational swimming.
Camp Cunningham is subject to Christian’s Law, 105CMR432.00. Non-swimmers must wear Coast Guard-approved personal flotation devices (PFDs). PFDs will be provided by CC.
Arts & Crafts
At Camp Cunningham, each camper can explore various arts and crafts activities to develop self-expression and individual creativity.
STEM
Campers will enjoy hands-on Science, Technology, Engineering and Math projects. They will engage in project-based engineering design challenges and will have access to Chromebooks to practice their typing and coding skills through fun and child-friendly websites.
Cooking
A favorite activity! Campers will prepare simple, healthy, and safe dishes, experimenting with a variety of ingredients, flavors, and textures. Parents of campers with food allergies should check with the camp supervisor regarding weekly cooking ingredients.
Physical Movement
We believe that active kids are happy kids and so we plan activities accordingly. Structured and Informal physical activities are critical components of our camp.
Literacy
We feel continuous learning & reading not only fosters a critical life skill but ensures and enhances the academic transition to the next school year. CC is partnering with the Milton Public Library to offer engaging and fun literacy activities.
Friday Fun!
On Fridays, CC will welcome special guests:
Police and Fire Department Special Units and more...
Wednesday is for African Drumming!
African Drumming with Jafar is back every Wednesday!
All Field trips are optional at additional cost and have a limited capacity. Field trips below are subject to change and are open to campers registered and participating in CC on the field trip date.
Field Trip sign ups will occur after registration via a Google Form and be invoiced separately
Session 1
Pick your own fruit- Hayride- Sharon
$25.00/camper
Pick your own fruit- Hayride- Sharon
$25.00/camper
Session 2
Pick & paint your own plaster figurine - Dedham
$30.00/camper
TreeTop Adventures is a high ropes and obstacle course - Canton
$55.00/camper
Make your own sundae, Games, Dancing on a boat - Plymouth
$45.00/camper
Make your own sundae, Games, Dancing on a boat - Plymouth
$45.00/camper
Session 3
Bowling & Ice Cream- Hyde Park -
$35.00/camper
Sportsplex & Fun Park - Hanover
$45.00/camper
Fossils Program - Easton
$30.00/camper
Indoor Entertainment Park - Norwood
$30.00/camper
Accessibility & Inclusion
Milton Community Schools (MCS) welcomes students with disabilities who will be provided an equal opportunity to participate in the Community Schools programs. All children participating in MCS programs either with the provision of additional supports or independently need to be able and willing to: Participate in group activities. Successfully transition from one activity to another. Understand and follow program expectations and conduct themselves safely and appropriately in a group setting, in accordance with the program’s Behavior Policy. Reasonable accommodations for students with a disability may include reasonable modifications to the program’s expectations, provided that the proposed accommodation does not fundamentally alter the nature of the program. If the proposed accommodation would fundamentally alter the program, MCS reserves the right to deny participation in this voluntary program. All requests for an accommodation will be evaluated on a case by case basis.
This camp must comply with regulations of the MA Dept. of Public Health, 105 CMR 430.000 and be licensed by the Milton Board of Health. Information on 105 CMR 430.000 can be obtained at 617-983-6761. Parents have the right to review background check, healthcare, discipline policies and grievance procedures upon request
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