SUMMER 2021 - VILLAGE OF WILLOWBROOK
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IN-PeRsOn & VIRtUAL
ReCrEAtIOn GUIDe
SUmMeR 2021
Dedication, Respect, Support, FUN!
CHECK
OUT OUR
SUMMER
CAMP
on Page 8!
Serving the Communities of
~ Village of Hinsdale ~ Elmhurst Park District ~ Burr Ridge Park District ~ Oak Brook Park District
~ Pleasant Dale Park District ~ Village of Countryside ~ Village of Willowbrook
~ York Center Park District ~ Westchester Park District
Gateway Special Recreation Association
Creating Boundless Community Recreation Opportunities Since 1989
Gateway Special Recreation Association (SRA) was formed through an intergovernmental
agreement and is an extension of the Park Districts of Burr Ridge, Elmhurst, Oak Brook, Pleasant Dale,
Westchester and York Center and the Villages of Hinsdale, Willowbrook, and Countryside.
Gateway SRA contracts the services of Ray Graham Association for People with Disabilities, a non-profit
agency, to provide therapeutic recreation programs. Ray Graham Association has been serving the needs
of people with disabilities and their families for more than fifty years.
Gateway SRA promotes the full participation of people with disabilities in meaningful activities that maximize
their health, well-being, and quality of life. Recreation is a central component of a healthy lifestyle. This
philosophy is carried out through all our recreation and sports programs and services for people with disabilities.
Mission Statement 4 Core Values
Gateway SRA strives to expand people’s lives through
Dedication, Respect, Support, FUN!
therapeutic recreation activities to reach, grow and achieve.
Board of Directors Administration
Burr Ridge Park District Pleasant Dale Park District Ray Graham Association – Hanson Center
Jim Pacanowski – Trustee Matt Russian – Secretary 15W431 59th St
15W400 Harvester Dr. 7425 S Wolf Rd Burr Ridge, IL 60527
Burr Ridge, IL 60527 Burr Ridge, IL 60527 630.325.3857
630.920.1969 630.662.6220
Elmhurst Park District Westchester Park District Ryan Massengill
Cindy Szkolka – Trustee Dean Hoskin – Trustee Superintendent of Recreation
225 Prospect Ave 10201 Bond St 630.325.3857 ext. 110
Elmhurst, IL 60126 Westchester, IL 60154 ryanc@raygraham.org
630.993.8910 708.865.8200
Hinsdale Recreation Dept. Willowbrook Parks and Rec. Michael Baig
Heather Bereckis – Trustee John Fenske - Chair Recreation/Vehicle Coordinator
19 E. Chicago Ave 7760 Quincy St 630.325.3857 ext. 112
Hinsdale, IL 60521 Wilowbrook, IL 60527 mbaig@raygraham.org
630.920.7097 630.920.2251
Oak Brook Park District York Center Park District Carolyn Strasen
Michael Contreras – Vice Chair Scott Nadeau - Treasurer Recreation/Sports Coordinator
1450 Forest Gate Rd. 1609 South Luther Ave 630.325.3857 ext. 108
Oak Brook, IL 60523 Lombard, IL 60148 carolyns2@raygraham.org
630.990.4233 630.629.0886
Amanda Aguilar
Village Of Countryside Board meetings are held on
the 2nd Thursday of each month Recreation/Day Camp
Billy Rosinia – Trustee at 3:00pm at the Oak Brook Park Coordinator
5550 East Ave
Countryside, IL 60525
District, located at 1450 Forest 630.325.3857 ext. 109
Gate Road, Oak Brook, IL 60523. aaguilar@raygraham.org
708.485.2595 Everyone is welcome and
encouraged to attend. Se Habla Español
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GREETINGS
Greetings Gateway SRA Community,
We are on our way to having one of the best summer’s ever! Just seeing and feeling the warm
sunshine brings a smile to our faces and excitement for what this summer has in store for us.
We are thrilled to be able to continue providing positive recreation opportunities to our
community this summer. We are pleased to share with you our latest recreation guide in
hopes that you find an activity to sign up for. Whether it is in-person or virtual we look
forward to seeing you again. Continuing to move forward with our summer recreation guide
many of our programs have remained the same with a few additions to some new
programming and special events. We will continue to follow our best practices that we have
laid out and follow the most current up to date Covid19 guidelines. We have continued to
provide these guidelines on the following pages for you to reference when deciding if
in-person or virtual programs are right for you. While we have been able to increase the
amount of activities listed, program maximum sizes, and transportation, we will fully enforce
those capacity limits to ensure the
safest atmosphere for our participants TAbLe Of CoNtEnTs
and team members. Your and our
Board of Directors/Staff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Inside Front Cover
team’s safety is the highest priority. We
In-Person Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 1
look forward to continuing our work Keeping You Safe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 2
Health and Wellness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 3
towards safely serving all who wish to
Gators Athletics/Bowling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 4
return to programs. Thank you to Social Clubs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 5
Special Events/August Special Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 6
everyone that has supported Gateway
Virtual Recreation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 7
SRA throughout this interesting year. Summer Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pages 8-9
On-Line Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 10
As we continue moving forward please
Dates to Remember . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 10
feel free to reach out to anyone on the General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pages 11-13
Health and Contact Form . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pages 14-15
Recreation Team to discuss future
Financial Assistance Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pages 16-17
programming. Your positive feedback Special Olympics Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pages 18-19
We’re Hiring Ad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 20
is important to us. Thank you for
choosing to spend your recreation Don’t forget to check out Gateway SRA
time with Gateway SRA. website at gatewaysra.com and
Like Us on Facebook!
IN-PeRsOn ProGrAM PArTICIpANt ElIGIbILItY ReQUIrEmeNtS
Ability to participate at a 1 team member to Participate with visual and verbal prompting within a
4 participant ratio. ratio of 1 team member to 4 participants, without the
need for physical re-direction.
Ability to maintain a 6ft social distance in a group
setting from other participants and team members. Ability to follow Gateway SRA Code of Conduct and
other pre-determined guidelines.
Ability to properly put on, wear, and take off face
covering when necessary, for the duration Must bring personal face covering and hand sanitizer.
of the program. Will be available on a limited basis.
Independent personal care (hygiene, toileting, eating). Participant must have a current Health & Contact Form
on file.
To determine if in-person programs are a good fit, please consider
your responses to the following statements below.
1. The participant is able to function at a 1 staff to 4 participant ratio.
2. The participant is able to independently put on and take off their face covering, and wear for the duration
of the program.
3. The participant can independently wash hands.
4. The participant can cover a cough or sneeze.
5. The participant can independently maintain 6-feet social distancing when in a group setting.
6. The participant can eat with minimal assistance.
7. The participant is completely independent with toileting needs.
8. The participant demonstrates safe behavior toward self and others throughout the duration of the program.
If you answered “Yes” to all statements, in-person programming may be a
good fit for you.
If you answered “No” to one of the statements, please contact
Gateway SRA to discuss program options.
If you answered “No” to 2 or more statements, then virtual programs
are the best way to participate until guidelines are updated.
Gateway SRA will review all registrations and contact you if there
are questions regarding the participant’s ability to follow
updated eligibility and safety practices.
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KEePInG YOU AND OUr TeAM SAfE
Program capacity will be a determined based on program, which includes team members (TM). Some
programs have a small class size due to the nature of the program being offered. Please pay attention to the
program capacity.
Gateway SRA transportation will be available for certain programs and will be indicated in the program
description. Transportation will be limited to a first come first serve basis and individuals must register separately.
Cook/DuPage Transportation is not currently available. Unless otherwise indicated, all participants must meet at
program location.
Face coverings must be worn by participants and TM at all times.
Participants must provide their own face coverings and hand sanitizer.
(TM) will develop a pick up and drop off system for each program to ensure proper physical distancing.
Parents and caregivers must wear face coverings. Parents and caregivers must wait for TM to acknowledge arrival
and check-in of participant before leaving.
Participants must adhere to a strict hand washing schedule.
(TM) will clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces before and after activities and between use by
different individuals.
Gateway SRA will take measures to promote 6 feet of physical distancing which may include seating assignments,
outdoor activities, barriers and traffic flow patterns.
Participants and TM’s displaying symptoms of illness during program will be removed from the group, and an
approved family member or caregiver will be required to pick up the individual within 30 minutes of notification.
Participants will be supervised while waiting for pick up.
A participant who has been exposed to, or in close contact with, someone confirmed with COVID-19 may only
return to program after it has been 10 days from the time of exposure.
Participants diagnosed with, or exhibiting symptoms of, COVID-19 may only return to program after it has been 10
days from the time individual experienced symptoms, does not have a fever for 3 days (without fever reducing
medication) and shows improvement in respiratory symptoms (cough, shortness of breath). A participant may
return to program after 2 negative COVID-19 tests in a row, with testing completed 24 hours apart and
documentation from a physician.
If the participant has illness such as allergies or other non-contagious conditions that may appear similar to a
contagious illness the parent/guardian/caregiver should indicate that on the Health & Contact Form and notify the
program leader.
Participant and TM may be asked to perform an at home self-health check every day prior to arrival at programs.
Instructions for the self-health check will be provided prior to the start of programs.
Reasonable accommodations will be evaluated on a case by case basis.
Current Waiver and Release of all claims/hold harmless agreement must be signed by participant (if own guardian),
parent, or approved guardian.
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HEAlTH AND WElLneSs
Fun and Fitness A Walk in the Park
It’s time to work on our summer fitness! Weights and stretching is part Let’s go for a stroll. Summer is the perfect time to take a walk in the park
of this class. A Right Fit trainer will lead this program. Please wear with your friends. We hope you can join us! Please wear comfortable
comfortable clothes and shoes. Please bring a water bottle. walking gyms shoes, bring your own water bottle and sunscreen.
Program Code: 21UHW01 Program Code: 21UHW16
Location: Hanson Center Location: East End Park, Elmhurst
Day: MONDAY Day: THURSDAY
Time: 3:45PM-4:30PM Time: 4:15PM-5:15PM
Dates: 6/14 - 8/9 Dates: 6/17 - 8/12
Ages: 13 years old and up Ages: 8 years old and up
Fee: R - $121.00 / NR - $272.00 Fee: R - $103.00 / NR - $231.00
Min/Max: 4/10 Min/Max: 6/12
Transportation: Meet at the Hanson Center Transportation: NONE
Contact Person: Mike Baig Contact Person: Carolyn Strasen
Tennis
Tennis is back! We will learn the basic tennis skills from serving to
volleying to charging the net! Come and enjoy this fun and challenging
activity. Please bring water, wear sunscreen and comfortable
clothes/shoes.
Program Code: 21UHW14
Location: East End Tennis Courts, Elmhurst
Day: THURSDAY
Time: 5:15PM-6:15PM
Dates: 6/17 - 8/12
Ages: 8 years old and up
Fee: R - $103.00 / NR - $231.00
Min/Max: 6/12
Transportation: NONE
Contact Person: Carolyn Strasen
Gator Fit
Join us for an exciting and challenging time at this popular Gator Fit
Program! Gateway SRA will be teaming up with Right Fit for a fitness
experience that you won’t want to miss! Participants should wear
comfortable sneakers with good traction and bring a water bottle.
Program Code: 21UHW04
Location: Hanson Center
Day: WEDNESDAY
Time: 3:45PM-4:30PM
Dates: 6/16 - 8/11
Ages: 13 years old and up
Fee: R - $121.00 / NR - $272.00
Min/Max: 4/10
Transportation: Meet at the Hanson Center
Contact Person: Mike Baig
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GAtOrS ATHlEtICS BoWLInG
Gators Golf Recreation Bowling
It’s time to dust off those clubs and hit the course! Whether you are a Start your week off with doing a Gateway SRA favorite! Come join your
beginner or an experienced golfer, this is the program for you! Our golf friends for a striking good time in your “spare time”. Special Olympics
instructors will teach beginners the basic skills of golf. The golfers will will be having a qualifier this summer- date is TBA. You must register for
work on their driving swings, putting techniques and golf strategy. this program to be eligible to compete at the qualifier. Please notify
The Special Olympic golf qualifier will be on August 2. Carolyn Strasen by June 14 if you wish to compete.
Program Code: 21USO05 Program Code: 21UBO01
Location: Flagg Creek Golf Course Location: Hanson Center
Day: WEDNESDAY Day: MONDAY
Time: 6:30PM-8:00PM Time: 5:00PM-6:15PM
Dates: 6/16 - 8/14 Dates: 6/14 - 8/9
Ages: 8 years old and up Ages: 8 years old and up
Fee: R - $98.00 / NR - $220.00 Fee: R - $145.00 / NR - $322.00
Min/Max: 6/12 Min/Max: 4/12
Transportation: NONE Transportation: Hanson Center Drop Off: 4:30pm
Contact Person: Carolyn Strasen Hanson Center Pick Up: 6:30pm
Or meet at the Bowling Alley
Contact Person: Mike Baig
Gators Bocce
Gators Bocce is back! Come join us for this fun recreational sport.
We will play outside when weather is permissible. Otherwise, we will Saturday Split
play inside using bean bags. This is a great game to play with your SATURDAY SPLIT is here again! This favorite program is guaranteed
Gateway friends! to provide a good time to start your weekend. So come on out and get
“bowled” over by all the fun! No program 7/3
Program Code: 21USO01 *Also sign-up for Sat Lunch Buddies right after Sat Split!
Location: Hanson Center *Limited spots available (8)
Day: WEDNESDAY
Time: 3:00PM-3:45PM Program Code: 21UB002
Dates: 6/16 - 8/11 Location: Suburbanite Bowl, Westmont
Ages: 8 years old and up Day: SATURDAY
Fee: R - $82.00 / NR - $184.00 Time: 10:00AM-11:30AM
Min/Max: 6/12 Dates: 6/19-8/14
Transportation: NONE Ages: 8 years old and up
Contact Person: Carolyn Strasen Fee: R - $122.00 / NR - $247.00
Min/Max: 4/12
Transportation: Meet at the Bowling Alley
Gators Volleyball Contact Person: Mike Baig
Bump, set, spike! The Gators Volleyball team is ready for another
season. We will start practicing our skills, and then dive into the
season. Special Olympics requires all athletes to have current and
valid medical application.
Program Code: 21USO03
Location: Oak Brook or York Center
Day: TUESDAY
Time: 6:30PM-8:00PM
Dates: 8/3 - 10/5
Ages: 16 years old and up
Fee: R - $109.00 / NR - $245.00
Min/Max: 6/20
Transportation: NONE
Contact Person: Carolyn Strasen
*Special Olympics require all athletes to have current
and valid medical application.
Please see medical form on pages 17-18.
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SoCIAL ClUBs
Trivia and More Diners Club
Let’s have an exciting Tuesday 1st using our minds for some trivia, Hungry on a Saturday night? Why not get together with some friends and
and then finish with crafts/projects and more! try different foods. A schedule will be sent out a week prior to program.
Program Code: 21UTB01 Program Code: 21USC11
Location: ECLC - Elmhurst Location: Various
Day: TUESDAY Day: SATURDAY
Time: 10:30AM-12:30PM Time: 6:00PM-7:30PM
Dates: 6/15, 8/10 Dates: 6/26, 7/24
Ages: 16 years old and up Ages: 16 years old and up
Fee: R - $179.00 / NR - $402.00 Fee: R - $41.00 / NR - $92.00
Min/Max: 4/8 Min/Max: 4/8
Transportation: Hanson Center Drop-off 10:00AM Transportation: Meet at Restaurant
Pick –up 12:45PM Contact Person: Mike Baig
Elmhurst residents meet at ECLC
Contact Person: Mike Baig
Saturday Lunch Buddies – Zazzo’s
For those looking for something exciting to do on a Saturday afternoon,
North Social Club join the lunch buddies for some food and fun! No program 7/3.
Join your friends for Friday night fun! Each week a new and exciting Program Code: 21USC07
activity is planned especially for you. Our goal is for you to have fun Location: Zazzo’s - Westmont
and enjoy social activities. Day: SATURDAY
Time: 11:45PM-1:00PM
Program Code: 21USC03 Dates: 6/19, 8/14
Location: ECLC - Elmhurst Ages: 8 years old and up
Day: FRIDAY Fee: R - $206.00 / NR - $453.00
Time: 6:00PM-8:00PM Min/Max: 4/8
Dates: 6/18, 7/9, 7/23, 7/30, 8/6, 8/13 Transportation: Meet at Restaurant
Ages: 13 years old and up Contact Person: Mike Baig
Fee: R - $128.00 / NR - $288.00
Min/Max: 4/8
Transportation: Meet at Site
Contact Person: Mike Baig
South Social Club
Join your friends for Friday night fun! Each week a new and exciting
activity is planned especially for you. Our goal is for you to have fun
and enjoy social activities.
Program Code: 21SSC04
Location: Hanson Center
Day: FRIDAY
Time: 6:00PM-8:00PM
Dates: 6/18, 7/9, 7/23 7/30, 8/6, 8/13
Ages: 13 years old and up
Fee: R - $128.00 / NR - $288.00
Min/Max: 4/8
Transportation: Meet at Hanson Center
Contact Person: Mike Baig
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SpECIAl EVeNtS AUGUsT SpECIAl eVEnTs
Hawaiian Luau Lunch and Bowling
Aloha Gators! Come dressed in your favorite island attire and get ready We are going to bowl and eat this day! Please join us for some good
to have a good time. We’re bringing one of our favorite dances back for social company and some fun bowling. We will meet at the front
summer. There will be Hawaiian themed games, music, dancing and entrance of Pinstripes in Oak Brook. We will eat lunch there and then
lots of FUN! bowl immediately after. Lunch is on Gateway!
Program Code: 20USE02 Program Code: 21USE20
Location: Hanson Center Location: Pinstripes, Oak Brook
Day: FRIDAY Day: MONDAY
Time: 7:00PM-9:00PM Time: 11:30PM-2:15PM
Dates: July 16, 2021 Dates: August 16, 2021
Ages: 13 years old and up Ages: 18 years old and up
Fee: R - $13.00 / NR - $30.00 Fee: R - $49.00 / NR - $110.00
Min/Max: 5/25 Min/Max: 6/12
Transportation: Meet at location Transportation: NONE
Contact Person: Amanda Aguilar Contact Person: Carolyn Strasen
Registration Deadline: June 1st
Gator Summer Picnic Shopping and Lunch
We never like to see summer end but let’s say goodbye to the season Calling all shoppers! We are going to the best outdoor mall in the
the right way. Join us for live-music, while we grill it up with some western suburbs. We will start off with shopping in the warm summer
burgers and hot dogs with our friends. Let’s celebrate to good times weather. We will then go to Red Robin for a scrumptious lunch. Lunch is
and enjoy each other! on Gateway! Bring your own money to spend at the retail stores.
Rain plan: Yorktown mall
Program Code: 21USE02
Location: Hanson Center Program Code: 21USE22
Day: SATURDAY Location: Oak Brook Mall
Time: 6:30PM-8:30PM Day: WEDNESDAY
Dates: August 14, 2021 Time: 10:30PM-1:00PM
Ages: 13 years old and up Dates: August 18, 2021
Fee: R - $24.00 / NR - $54.00 Ages: 18 years old and up
Min/Max: 5/25 Fee: R - $36.00 / NR - $81.00
Transportation: Meet at location Min/Max: 6/12
Contact Person: Amanda Aguilar Transportation: NONE
Registration Deadline: June 1st Contact Person: Carolyn Strasen
Dance-a-thon and Lunch
Dance, Dance, Dance! We hope you can join us for some dancing and
eating this day. We will enjoy a catered lunch and then will dance to the
latest hit music! This program will meet at Burr Ridge Community
Center, Harvester Park.
Program Code: 21USE24
Location: Burr Ridge Park District
Day: FRIDAY
Time: 11:30PM-2:30PM
Dates: August 20, 2021
Ages: 18 years old and up
Fee: R - $25.00 / NR - $56.00
Min/Max: 6/12
Transportation: NONE
Contact Person: Carolyn Strasen
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GAtEWAY SrA VIRtUAL rECreATIoN
Our popular virtual recreation will be available on a daily basis throughout the 10-week summer
programming season. Virtual Recreation programs will begin on Monday, June 14 through
VIRTUAL
Friday, August 21. Registration will be one time only for the entire summer season. We will
continue to use ZOOM as our platform to provide our virtual recreation programs. Upon
registration, you will receive the login information for each program. You will need to keep this
information for the entirety of the summer season. If for some reason there is security breach
we will update the zoom login information and email that information. We hope that you
continue to enjoy our programs virtually and we look forward to “zooming” with you soon!
Monday Tuesday
11am - 12pm 10:30am - 11:30am
GOOD DAY GATORS! TUESDAY TRIVIA!
Bring a fun story to share with the group Think you know your stuff?
that you did over the weekend. Join us and find out!
Fee: $27 Fee: $30
1:30pm - 2pm
Wednesday WWE RAW RECAP!
We will recap the latest in WWE.
12pm - 12:30pm
LUNCH BUDDIES! Fee: $30
Bring your lunch and chat with your friends.
A menu with ingredients will be sent beforehand.
Fee: $30 Thursday
10:30am - 11am
ZEN RELAXATION
Log on and distress with Amanda.
Fee: $30
Friday
1pm - 2pm
BINGO!
Cards will be emailed to address on file after.
Fee: $30
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Gateway SRA offers fun and exciting activities lead by our sensational staff! Camp options include two 4 week
All-day sessions. ESY sessions are available by request and financial aid may be available to eligible families.
This unique summer will bring us small camp sizes up to 12 campers per camp, which means low camper to counselor ratios,
with plenty of indoor and outdoor space to spread out. Please be aware this summer we will not be offering field trips or
pool days. In place of some of our traditional offerings, our campers will experience in-house field trips and water/splash days.
Face covers such as masks/face shields and hand sanitizer must be worn and used daily. We will fully enforce hand washing
and social distancing as much as possible. However, campers and counselors will be in close contact with one
another due to the nature of the program. Close contact is defined by the CDC as someone who is within 6 feet of a
person for at least 15 minutes over the course of a 24 hour period. If there is a positive test for COVID-19 in the program,
all counselors and campers will need to follow the CDC Guidelines and quarantine.
*Please note, the Gateway SRA Board funds scholarships within their budgetary means*
Registration Deadline is May 28th!
Kid Crocs ESY Option Available -
Our Kid Crocs will focus on building new relationships, exploring new Contact Amanda for more information
recreation interests, stimulate physical activity, encouraging positive social and pricing.
interactions and meaningful participation. Our Kid Crocs will spend their
days creating fun projects, hands on sensory activities, water play days, Monday–Friday, 9:30AM-3:30PM
in-house field trips, and possible horsemanship lessons with Ray Graham
Association Therapeutic Horsemanship program. Session I: June 14th– July 9th
*No Camp July 5*
Ages: 5-12 years old
Session II: July 12th– August 6th
Location: Jefferson Elementary School, 360 Crescent Ave, Elmhurst, IL 60126
Teen Tycoons ESY Option Available -
Contact Amanda for more information
Camp will focus on increasing positive social interactions, building new
and pricing.
relationships, exploring new recreation interests, as well as
participating in arts and crafts, hands on activities, in-house field trips, Monday–Friday, 9:30AM-3:30PM
and possible horsemanship lessons with Ray Graham Association and
much more! *ESY options are available upon request. Session I: June 14th– July 9th
*No Camp July 5*
Ages: 13 years old and up
Location: Burns Field Park - 320 N Vine St, Hinsdale, IL 60521 Session II: July 12th– August 6th
Gator Group ESY Option Available -
Contact Amanda for more information
Our Gator Group camp will encourage independence and lifelong skills. and pricing.
We will engage in weekly special projects, socialization skills, stimulate
physical activity and participate in meaningful activities. Monday–Friday, 9:30AM-3:30PM
Ages: 14-22 years old Session I: June 14th– July 9th
*No Camp July 5*
Location: Elmhurst Community Learning Center – 420 W Madison St, Elmhurst, IL
Session II: July 12th– August 6th
For more information regarding our Day Camp opportunities, SUmMeR
please contact Amanda Aguilar at 630.325.3857 ext. 109. page 8GAtEWAY SpECIAl ReCrEAtIOn
SUmMeR CAmP 2021 ReGIsTrAtIOn
ONLINE REGISTRATION OR IN-PERSON DROP OFF REGISTRATION IS PREFERRED. MAIL-IN REGISTRATION DOES
NOT GUARANTEE PLACEMENT FOR CAMP. A wAITING LIST wILL bE ESTAbLIShED ONCE MAxIMUM LIMIT hAS
bEEN MET. ONLINE REGISTRATION AVAILAbLE AT hTTPS://GATEwAySRA.AS.ME/
whEN CONFIRMATION IS RECEIVED A SUMMER DAy CAMP FAMILy hANDbOOk wILL bE EMAILED FOR PERTINENT
INFORMATION, SUCh AS POLICy/PROCEDURES, hEALTh/wELLNESS INFORMATION AND CONTACT FORMS.
Please PRINT!
Parent(s)/Guardian(s) Name(s)__________________________________________
~Use a separate registration form for each individual~
We accept Check or Credit Card payments. ___________________________________________________________________________________________
Name ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Parent(s)/Guardian(s) Address__________________________________________
Address ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________________
City ____________________________________________________________________ State_________________ Zip_________________________ City______________________________________________State_______Zip _________________
Disability_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ E-Mail Address __________________________________________________________________
Birth Date ______________________________________ Age ______________ Sex____________ Race____________________________ Best Contact Number _______________________________________________________
Park District/Village ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ Campers School _______________________________________________________________
IMPORTANT: please check ✔ box next to the program you registering for.
kid Crocs Session I R/Fee: $600 N/R: $1350 CAMp T-SHIrT sIZe
(PlEAse CIRClE One)
kid Crocs Session II R/Fee: $600 N/R: $1350 YOUtH: S M L XL XXL
ADULt: S M L XL XXL
TeenTycoons Session I R/Fee: $600 N/R: $1350
Must Drop Off and Pick Up at
Teen Tycoons Session II R/Fee: $600 N/R: $1350 Camp Site Location
Gator Group Session I R/Fee: $600 N/R: $1350 Camp Total Fee: ________________________________
Scholarship Award: ____________________________
Gator Group Session II R/Fee: $600 N/R: $1350 *office use only*
~ Full Payment Must be Included Unless Alternative Payment Methods
have been Approved ~ Payment Plans and Scholarships Available ~
PAyMENT METhODS — ChECk OR CREDIT CARD
A fee of 3% is assessed to the total of all credit card charges.
All Checks are to be made payable to RAy GRAhAM ASSOCIATION
PAyMENT by MAIL: Enclose your registration along with your check or your credit card information and send it to
Gateway SRA – Hanson Center 15w431 59th Street, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, Attn: Ryan Massengill
*billing address must be included if different then above*
CHECK: Check Amount $______________ Check Date _____ /_____ /_____ Check Number __________________
Credit Card*: Visa MasterCard Card # ___ ___ ___ ___ - ___ ___ ___ ___ - ___ ___ ___ ___ - ___ ___ ___ ___
Exp. Date ________ /___________ 3 Digit Security Code _______________ Add 3% Fee $___________________ (*Credit Cards Only)
SUmMeR Signature __________________________________________________________________________ Total Charge $___________________ (*Credit Cards Only)
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Step 1:
Review in-person eligibility requirements.
Provide up-to-date Health & Contact Form.
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Log into https://gatewaysra.as.me/
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Gateway SRA credits will be applied to all programs selected.
Once credits have been used, Gateway SRA will invoice for
additional programs purchased.
Must sign updated waiver/release of claims
Automated confirmation will be generated and emailed.
Registration assistance will also be available in person at the Gateway SRA Office or over the phone.
Hanson Center Office hours are: Monday — Friday 9AM — 5PM
*Appointments are REQUIRED for in-person registration*
*You must wear a mask or face covering when entering the Hanson Center (Mize Hall)*
DATeS tO ReMemBeR
Special Events
Hawaiian Luau – July 16
Gator Summer Picnic – August 14
Lunch and Bowling – August 16
Shopping and Lunch – August 18
Dance-a-thon and Lunch – August 20
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FInANCIAl ASsIsTAnCE ReFUnD PoLICY
Financial Assistance Policy 1. In the event a program is cancelled by Gateway
SRA, a refund will be made to all participants.
Gateway Special Recreation believes that every resident
should have the opportunity to participate in recreational 2. Request for refunds must be made in writing and
programs. Gateway will attempt to provide leisure will be held as a program credit. If a check is
opportunity for residents faced with financial hardship, desired a $5.00 service charge will be applied.
through affordable fees, as well as through the financial 3. Credits must be used before the end of the fiscal
assistance program. year, by the end of June.
4. Request for refunds for weekly programs must be
Qualification and Procedure applied for one week prior to the beginning of
the program.
Proof of financial need must be demonstrated to qualify for
5. Requesting a refund does not guarantee a refund
financial assistance. Items that will be considered when
will be granted.
evaluating need include; current participation in Medicaid,
LSNAP, school lunch or subsidized housing programs, 6. Refunds will not be granted if a participant
excessive medical bills and/or family income. chooses not to attend once the program is in the
session. This is due to facilities being reserved
Persons requesting financial assistance must complete an and commitment made to staff.
application form and submit it to the Gateway SRA each
season. Applications will be individually reviewed and evaluated. 7. For special events, requests must be applied for
Applicants will be notified as soon as possible of a decision. two weeks prior to event.
8. For events/trips involving purchase of tickets,
1. All information submitted is confidential. contracted services, or specialized/non-return-
2. All information submitted on the application must be able
true and accurate. Financial assistance awarded on supplies, the cost of these will be deducted from
the basis of false information supplied by the the program refund unless the space is filled by
applicant will be nullified. another registrant.
3. All Financial assistance will be awarded on the basis 9. Vacation and overnight trips may have a
of need and availability of financial assistance funds. non-refundable deposit that is required.
Gateway SRA reserves the right to approve full or 10. A full or prorated refund will be granted if a
partial funding or deny applicant’s request. medical condition prohibits participation.
4. All requests for financial assistance will be evaluated A doctor’s note is required for a refund to be
by the Superintendent. processed.
5. References and Release of Information of permission 11. All refunds in the form or a check are subject to
must be provided by applicant. a $5.00 service charge.
6. Applications must be submitted seasonally with
program registration.
7. There are limited funds available. Recipients should Gateway Special Recreation
notify the office if the participant will be unable to
attend the program so the dollars could be made
Association is not responsible for
available to other participants. There is a maximum the timeliness of the program
of $100 per participant per season (Winter, Spring,
Summer and Fall).
guide delivered to your home.
8. No aid is provided for door to door transportation.
9. Payment for the fees not covered by financial aid
must accompany the registration form. If aid is not
awarded, the difference will need to be paid prior to
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Gateway SRA strives to promote ‘fun for everyone’. #1 Foul Language
In order to accomplish this program goal, certain rules are If foul language is used during Gateway SRA programs
necessary to ensure everyone’s safety and enjoyment. hours then the parents/guardians will be notified.
To ensure the overall safety for all, Gateway SRA If foul language continues after notifying the
participants and team members are to follow and enforce parents/guardians, then a meeting will be scheduled
the agencies Code of Conduct. The Association’s code with the parents/guardians to discuss the situation.
states that participants shall show respect to all The participant is not allowed to attend Gateway SRA
participants and team members, refrain from using foul programs until this meeting has occurred.
language, refrain from causing bodily harm, and show
respect to equipment, supplies and facilities. Additional
#2 Physical Aggression
policies may be developed for specific programs.
Gateway SRA reserves the right to dismiss participants If any form of aggression occurs at a Gateway SRA
whose conduct is disruptive, unsafe or otherwise program, (i.e. hitting, kicking, pinching, slapping) then the
unacceptable. Each situation will be evaluated on parents/guardians will be notified and a meeting will be
its own merit. scheduled to discuss this situation. The participant is
not allowed to attend Gateway SRA programs until this
The following are the steps that will take place when a meeting has occurred.
participant of a Gateway SRA program uses foul
language, physically aggressive towards another person, #3 Compromising Actions
or exhibits any other actions that comprises other’s safety Other actions that compromises the safety, security
and security while attending any Gateway SRA activity. and wellbeing of others included but not limited to
The purpose of informing and meeting with families is to exploitation of any kind, misconduct, and/or
quickly address and resolve the situation so that all misrepresentation during any Gateway SRA activity.
participants can attend and enjoy Gateway SRA
programs optimally.
GeNeRAl INfOrMAtIoN
Personal Expectations Participant Illness
• Participants need to wear appropriate attire for For the protection of everyone involved at Gateway
program participation (i.e. athletic fitness clothing, SRA, participants and staff will follow the advised illness
coats/jackets when appropriate, appropriate swim policy and procedure. Please keep your participant at
attire, comfortable appropriate shoes). home or will be sent home if he/she exhibits any of the
• Participants need to have clean, dry clothing. following symptoms:
For bowel or bladder inconstant please provide • A temperature over 100.3 degree
additional clean clothing. • Stomach ache accompanied by diarrhea or vomiting
• Participants need to pay attention to body odor • Any undiagnosed rash
and overall appearance. Gateway SRA staff will also • Sore or discharging eyes or ears
stress personal hygiene while participating in
• Profuse nasal discharge (green or yellow)
programs and will not return participants at the
end of a program in an unclean manner. • Highly contagious condition such as chicken pox,
measles, lice, etc.
Promptness Is Appreciated
Gateway SRA asks that participant arrive no earlier than
designated program time or scheduled pick up time, and
that they are picked up promptly at the end of the
program or scheduled drop off time. Staff will be
unavailable to supervise any unattended participants
prior to the start of a program.
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Inclusive Recreation Services Inclement Summer or hot weather
Gateway staff are available to assist individuals • If there is a Thunderstorm Watch/Thunderstorm
interested in participating in their local park district Warning in effect during the timeframe of when an
programs. Gateway SRA and the Ray Graham outdoor program is scheduled, Gateway SRA staff will
Association promote and encourage positive interaction closely monitor weather reports. An outgoing message
between persons with and without disabilities. Inclusion will be left on the Coordinator’s voicemail with
activities provide benefits for all. Please note: Unless program status information an hour prior to program.
the program is designated with an asterisk (*) siblings • If it is determined that unsafe weather is expected
who do not have a disability are welcome to register. during outdoor program time, Gateway SRA will assess
People with disabilities are always served first. the possibility of an alternate indoor activity. If this is
not possible, the outdoor program will be cancelled,
weather Safety and re-scheduled, if possible.
To ensure the safety of Gateway SRA participants in • If a change in weather occurs quickly, participants
the case of inclement weather, weather safety who could not be contacted prior to the program and
guidelines have been established. In the event of who have arrived to the program location will be asked
severe weather, Gateway SRA may make the decision to remain at the location with staff until the weather
to either cancel programs or transportation in the best clears and it is safe to travel. Families/guardians will
interest of participants. Gateway SRA staff will use be contacted in this circumstance.
discretion for all weather warnings and watches. • Programs outdoors or at an indoor location without
Procedural guidelines have been established for air conditioning when there is a heat index of 100
inclement in weather during the Winter/cold and degrees or higher will be re-located to an indoor
Summer/hot weather. location if possible.If this is not possible, the program
will be cancelled, and re-scheduled, if possible.
Inclement winter or Cold weather
• Trips/transportation will be cancelled if the heat index
• During inclement weather (i.e. snowstorms, winter is 110 degrees or higher.
weather advisories, unsafe road conditions)
Gateway SRA will make the determination to cancel Summer Camp
transportation or to re-schedule the programs.
• If there is severe weather during camp hours,
• Outdoor programs will be cancelled with activities will be scheduled for indoors.
temperatures of 10 degrees or zero degree wind
chills or less. • On days when the heat index is 110 degrees or higher,
transportation during camp will not be used and
• Gateway SRA staff will contact participants and indoor activities will be scheduled.
families with any changes regarding the status of
program once a decision is made. An outgoing
message will be left on the Coordinator’s voicemail Corrections
with program status information an hour prior While we try to be accurate in our program books,
to program. some avoidable errors or changes to the programs, fees,
schedules, and information may occur. Gateway
apologizes for any inconvenience.
ADA Compliance:
Gateway SRA complies with the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) to provide equal access
and participation for people with disabilities.
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