SECURITY

We are committed to the security of our campers and staff at CGI Dallas. To that end we will be once again having a full-time security guard on site. Additionally, the Chabad campus will be locked during camp hours and no parents are allowed in the building. Children that need help entering camp (especially during the first few days) will be greeted by staff at the doors and walked to their rooms.

The gates will be open during pick-up and drop-off only (see times below). If you need to enter after these times you will need to ring the bell and/or call the office to be let in.

CARPOOL DROP-OFF, PICK-UP & EXTENDED HOURS

Drop-off is from 8:45 am and on. The gates will close at 9:30 am. 

Carpool pickup and drop off starts from the Levelland Road entrance, Kindergarten and Mini Gan Izzy will stay in the left side lane and drop off at the Cheder entrance. Gan Izzy (1st - 2nd)  and Grand Gan Izzy (3rd - 5th ) divisions will stay in the right hand lane and drop off at the Dagin’s Court entrance to the basketball court. 

All divisions pick up from the Cheder entrance.

Pick-up is at 3:30 pm, carpool starts at 3:15 pm.

Friday Pickup is at 3:00 pm, carpool starts at 2:45 pm.

 

SUPPLIES

« Sunscreen

« A bag or box with a change of clothing with your child’s name clearly labeled

« Diapers, wipes and swim diapers, where applicable              

All these items will be kept in camp and used when necessary.  Soiled clothing will be sent home and should be replaced the next day. Make sure to label all items including lunch bags and Tupperware clearly with your child’s name. Please make sure to apply sunscreen daily before camp.  

It is strongly recommended that children should wear sneakers for their comfort and safety. Please no crocs or slides.

For some of our activities the children will get dirty, we will try our best to keep them clean, but there is a possibility that their clothing may be dirty, and it is best advised to send them in clothing which is easily washable.

  

To Send Daily

« Towel 

« Pool slippers

« Hat

« Swimsuit - Except Wednesdays for Gan & Grand Gan

Please note: Even on overcast or rainy days, your child should bring their swimwear, as sometimes the weather changes. 

SICK POLICY

Children must be kept home if/when they show ANY signs or symptoms of illness. Children must be symptom free for 24 hours before they return to camp. Please notify the office if your child will be out of camp due to illness.

 

TRIP DAY’S

Every Wednesday will be Trip Day for Gan Izzy and Grand Gan Izzy Divisions.

To provide extra safety, we require all campers to wear their Camp T-shirt on these days. T-shirts will be handed out to everybody at the beginning of camp. Camp Shirts MUST be worn on trip days otherwise your child will not be able to participate. Please make sure your child comes to camp wearing socks and closed toe shoes.

On Thursdays Grand Gan Izzy will be going on an adventure trip. Please make sure your child is wearing their Gan Izzy T-shirt as well as closed toe shoes. We do not allow campers to purchase any items on our field trips. Please do not send in any extra money.

There will be extra T-shirts for sale for those parents that want an additional one for their child.

ELECTRONIC POLICY

Camp Gan Israel does not allow cell phones or electronics at camp. We do not assume any responsibility for these items. A camper can get permission from his/her counselor to use the office phone if necessary.

EARLY DISMISSAL

In order for your child to fully enjoy our camp program, please refrain from picking him/her up before dismissal time. If your child must be taken from camp early, you MUST notify the front office that morning. Under no circumstances will a camper be permitted to leave before dismissal unless accompanied by a parent or guardian.

PHONE CALLS

For any last minute important information about your child’s well being, please call the front office at 972-818-0770.

PLEASE NOTE

If there is any reason your child cannot participate in any activity, please make sure to send a note or email specifying so. Also, if you have not already noted on the registration form that your child has a special diet, allergies or any other special care needed during camp, please make sure to notify us, so that necessary arrangements will be made.

LUNCH & SNACK

Please send along a kosher pareve or dairy lunch for your child daily unless you order through our hot lunch program. Please note that children get hungry throughout the day so additional snacks are suggested. Cups of water will be available all day as well.

WEEKLY NEWSLETTERS

Our camp newsletter will be given out every Friday and will include a sneak peak at the upcoming week, special events, and trips. This will keep all family members up to date about their children's activities.

SHABBAT PROGRAM 

At CGI, Shabbat is celebrated every Friday in a fun and exciting way! Every camper gets to braid and take home their very own Challah to share with their families. We have a Shabbat party which includes songs, games and special treats. To end off the week, the entire Gan Izzy will enjoy a special Friday Activity or Show!

BIRTHDAY PARTIES

We welcome the celebration of birthday parties in Camp Gan Israel. Kindly consult with the camp directors at least one week prior to your celebration so that you may be advised as to what items are acceptable for these occasions.

All food brought into the camp must be strictly Kosher and Pareve.  If you are in doubt of whether or not a product is kosher pareve, contact Rabbi Moshe Naparstek and he will gladly help you make sure the snack brought is acceptable for the group

CONTACT INFORMATION

A camp director can be reached at 214-620-3555 during the day.  The office number is 972-818-0770. 

 

Camp forms, including medical forms and registration forms, can be obtained on our website: www.cgidallas.org

The website will highlight camp activities and photos of the campers throughout the summer.

You can also email us at admin@chabadofdallas.com

We look forward to another wonderful camp season!

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