SUMMER CAMP

Endless Summer Fun!

Registration now open for GPS 2025 Summer Programs

Dates: May 29th through July 11th, Monday-Friday

(excluding July 4th in observance of the holiday)

Camp hours: 6:30 am to 6:00 pm

Kindercamp Summer:
For students ages 3 to 6 years old (Children must be independently toilet trained)

Kindercamp Summer (for students ages 3 to 6) is the perfect place for your child to make new friends, learn exciting things, have fun, and stay safe. Our summer program boasts a low staff-to-student ratio with specialized instructors leading a variety of age-appropriate activities designed to keep your child active and engaged. Activities include music and movement, counting and measuring, fine motor skills, scientific exploration, arts and crafts, sports and games, computer time, toy and construction areas, cooking, and water days. Special events such as water days and an in-house field trip will also be offered throughout the summer.

VIK Summer Camp A:
For students entering 1st grade to 3rd grade

VIK Summer Camp B:
For students entering 3rd grade to 6th grade

VIK Summer (for students entering 1st to 6th grade) offers an exciting opportunity for campers to embark on new adventures in a fun and safe environment. All VIK campers will have the chance to explore the many activities our community has to offer, including two field trips per week. Additionally, VIK Camp B will enjoy one swim day per week at a Town of Gilbert pool, with the location depending on the chosen camp site.

While on campus, campers will participate in a variety of activities designed to promote learning, foster friendships, encourage team building, and keep them active in a fun, hands-on group setting. Activities include science exploration, arts and crafts, active games and sports, cooking, team building exercises, computer time, free play, and much more.

Locations:

Boulder Creek Elementary

Address: 8045 E. Portobello Ave, Mesa, AZ

Site Phone: 602-695-3292

Field Trip Phone: 480-316-4403

Oak Tree Elementary

Address: 505 W Houston Ave, Gilbert, AZ 85233

Site Phone: 480-772-8129

Field Trip Phone: 480-407-7988

Quartz Hill Elementary

Address: 3680 S. Quartz St, Gilbert, AZ 85297

Site Phone: 480-772-7435

Field Trip Phone: 480-772-7406

Sonoma Ranch Elementary

Address: 601 N. Key Biscayne Dr, Gilbert, AZ 85234

Site Phone: 480-532-7494

Field Trip Phone: 602-803-5439

Kindercamp and VIK Parent Handbook

The Zone:
For students ages 11 to 14 years old.

The Zone Summer Camp (for students ages 11 to 14) offers tweens and teens a fun and safe environment to build lasting friendships, learn new skills, and enjoy exciting field trips. Activities include age-appropriate sports and active games, cooking classes, team-building exercises, individual and group challenges, an Iron Chef competition, arts and crafts, computer time, and much more.

Location:

Mesquite Junior High School

Address: 130 W. Mesquite, Gilbert, AZ

Site Phone: 480-772-5488

Field Trip Phone: 602-803-2838

The ZONE Parent Handbook

Weekly Schedule:

Week 1: May 29-30, 2025 (Thursday-Friday)

Week 2: June 2-6, 2025 (Monday-Friday)

Week 3: June 9-13, 2025 (Monday-Friday)

Week 4: June 16-20, 2025 (Monday-Friday)

Week 5: June 23-27, 2025 (Monday-Friday)

Week 6: June 30-July 3, 2025 (Monday-Thursday)

All camps are closed on Friday, July 4th due to the holiday.

Week 7: July 7-11, 2025 (Monday-Friday)Invoice May 20th for weeks of May 29 - June 7, due May 24th.

Fee Schedule:

Registration Fee: $50 per student
(Includes 2 camp shirts, backpack, and water bottle)

Daily Rate: $50.60 per day

Weekly Rate: $230 per week
(Requires Monday through Friday attendance)

Price includes: Breakfast, Lunch, Snack and Field trip admissions

Registration Process

Registration must be completed online. During this process, you will create a username and password for future access to your Eleyo account. Please ensure that all required information is filled out completely. The details you provide will be used to complete your child’s registration form and emergency contact information.

Required Documents:

New campers and Non-GPS (Gilbert Public Schools) students must submit proof of current immunizations or waiver for medical/religious exemptions
Kindercamp registrations must also include a copy of the child’s birth certificate.

Email Immunization records and birth certificates to:communityedbusinessdept@gilbertschools.net

Registration Fee :A non-refundable registration fee per child is due at the time of registration.

Confirmation: Once your registration is approved, you will receive a confirmation email.

Employee Discount: If you are eligible for an employee discount, it must be verified before your registration can be approved.

Special Considerations:

If your child has an IEP, the supervisor of your specific program must review and approve it prior to registration approval.
If you receive DES Child Care Assistance, approval must be provided before the contract can be finalized.

Important Notes:

Your child may not attend the program until you have received a confirmation email. GPS Summer Camps enroll on a first-come, first-served basis.
An incomplete "Emergency Information and Immunization Record" may delay enrollment in the program.
It is the parent’s responsibility to keep enrollment records current.

Field Trips

Field Trip Information: Prior to any field trip, GPS Summer Camp staff will provide parents with written details about the purpose of the trip, transportation arrangements, eating plans, and the date and time. A field trip permission form will also need to be signed by the parent or guardian.

Arrival Time: It is important for your child to arrive at camp on time for field trips. If your child is late or misses the field trip, no refunds or credits will be issued. Departure times for all field trips will be posted on the field trip calendar.

Field Trip Locations: All off-campus field trip locations are reviewed and approved by GPS Summer Camps. A field trip calendar will be available on the GPS website, and a hard copy will be provided at your child’s specific location. Please note that field trips are subject to change.

Swimming: Field trips to the Town of Gilbert Public Pools will be offered once a week for students enrolled in Camp B, based on the staff-to-student ratio requirements set by the Town of Gilbert.

Swimming/Water Day Requirements: On swimming and water play days, students must bring and/or wear the following items:

A swimsuit (all swimsuits must be modest)
A towel
Sandals
Sunscreen/Sunblock (Please note that sunscreen may not be shared due to potential allergies)

Please Note: Swimming opportunities are subject to change. Specific swim/water days will be listed on the Field Trip Calendar.

Field Trip Schedule

Kindercamp - all locations

In house Field Trips on Monday & Tuesday.

Water day on Friday.

VIK Camp A

Boulder Creek & Sonoma Ranch

Field Trips will be on Monday & Wednesday

No Swimming

Oak Tree & Quartz Hill

Field Trips will be on Tuesday & Thursday

No Swimming

VIK Camp B

Boulder Creek

Field Trips will be on Tuesday & Thursday

Swimming Tuesday

Oak Tree

Field Trips will be on Monday & Wednesday

Swimming Wednesday

Quartz Hill

Field Trips will be on Monday & Wednesday

Swimming Monday

Sonoma

Field Trips will be on Tuesday & Thursday

Swimming Thursday

Field trip calendars, including destinations will be available on April 1st.

Schedules, Fees, Billing and Payments

Schedules

GPS Summer Camps offer a variety of programs and schedules to meet the needs of the community. Upon registration, families can select a program and schedule for the summer. Modifications to contracts can be requested through the Eleyo system, and requests will be reviewed and approved or denied based on the availability of the specific program.

We offer 3 types of contracts (schedules) during the summer:

Consistent Contract: Select this option if your child will need the same day(s), and all weeks for the Summer camp session.

Pick Your Week Contract: Select this option if your child will need a Monday-Friday schedule for specific weeks during the Summer camp session.

Pick Your Days Contract: Select this option if your child needs a mix of days throughout the Summer camp session.

Fees

Registration Fee: $50 (includes 2 camp T-shirts, backpack & water bottle)

Summer Camp:

$50.60 per day

$230 per week (requires Monday-Friday schedule)

Discounts:

Sibling Discount: 5% off all payment schedules, as long as a sibling is registered for one of our summer camp programs.

Gilbert Public Schools Employee Discount: 20% off all payment schedules

Note: Only one discount may apply.

Late Payment

A late fee of $25.00 will be charged if payment is not received by the due date.

If your account shows an outstanding balance for more than 15 days, your child will not be able to attend until the account has been brought current. The account may also be turned over for collections.

Late Pick-Up Fee

A late pick-up fee of $1.00 per minute, per child, will be charged for any pick-up after 6:00 p.m. This fee will be automatically applied to your account in the Eleyo system and must be paid with your next invoice.

Please note that more than five early or late pick-ups during the summer session may result in the dismissal of your child from the program.

Billing and Payments

A non-refundable registration fee is required at the time of registration. During Summer Camp, invoices will be sent every two weeks. Once an invoice has been issued, no changes can be made to the dates that were invoiced. Payments received after the due date will incur a $25.00 late fee. Please note that payments will not be accepted at the Summer Camp locations.