Douglass Summer Youth Program
Ages 6-12
Explore the endless possibilities of fun at the Douglass Community Center. Each week our daily activities will include games, crafts, playtime at our splash pad, trips to Sholem Aquatic Center and more! The fee includes a t-shirt. Each child should bring a water bottle, swim suit, and towel daily. Children need to bring their own lunch and snack, please no peanuts/nut products.
| Date | Douglass Themes |
|---|---|
| May 30 - June 2* | Camp Rocks! |
| June 5 - June 9 | Exhilarating Experiments |
| June 12 - June 16 | Invention Convention |
| June 19 - June 23 | Pirates of the DCC |
| June 26 - June 30 | Messy Mayhem |
| July 3 - July 7* | Party in the USA! |
| July 10 - July 14 | Wet & Wild |
| July 17 - July 21 | Camp All-Stars! |
| July 24 - July 28 | Artful Antics |
| July 31 - August 4 | Under the Sea |
No Program*: May 29, July 4
Day: M-F
Time: 7:30a–5:30p
Location: Douglass Community Center
Fee (R/NR): $175/$225 per session
Questions: lynne.franco@champaignparks.org or 217-398-2573
Registration for 2023 Summer Youth Programs begins on Monday, March 13 for Residents of C-U and Thursday, March 23 for Non-Residents of C-U.
Kids Explore Biology
3rd-6th graders (in fall of 2023)
Learn how fun biology can be! Children will explore a variety of topics each morning by visiting places like Meadowbrook Park, the Pollinatarium, UIUC labs, and more. Kids will examine birds, bees, mammals, microbes, plants, and insects. In the afternoon, they will enjoy recreational activities such as bowling and swimming. This program is sponsored by the University of Illinois. Scholarships are available and can cover up to 100% of the registration fee. Contact Katie Hicks (info below) for scholarships.
Date: July 10 – July 14
Day: M-F
Time: 7:30a-5:30p
Deadline: July 3
Fee (R/NR): $175/$225
Location: Douglass Community Center
Questions: katherine.hicks@champaignparks.org or 217-398-2573
Registration for 2023 Summer Youth Programs begins on Monday, March 13 for Residents of C-U and Thursday, March 23 for Non-Residents of C-U.
Douglass Teen Summer Program
Ages 12-15
Have your teen hang out at Douglass this summer! Teens will volunteer in their community, take weekly field trips, go swimming at Sholem Aquatic Center, make friendships that will last a lifetime, and much more! Each participant should bring a water bottle, swim suit, and towel daily. Participants need to bring their own lunch and snack, please no peanuts/nut products.
| Date | Douglass Themes |
|---|---|
| May 30 - June 2* | Camp Rocks! |
| June 5 - June 9 | Exhilarating Experiments |
| June 12 - June 16 | Invention Convention |
| June 19 - June 23 | Pirates of the DCC |
| June 26 - June 30 | Messy Mayhem |
| July 3 - July 7* | Party in the USA! |
| July 10 - July 14 | Wet & Wild |
| July 17 - July 21 | Camp All-Stars! |
| July 24 - July 28 | Artful Antics |
| July 31 - August 4 | Under the Sea |
No Program*: May 29, July 4
Day: M-F
Time: 7:30a–5:30p
Location: Douglass Community Center
Fee (R/NR): $175/$225 per session
Questions: lynne.franco@champaignparks.org or 217-398-2573
Registration for 2023 Summer Youth Programs begins on Monday, March 13 for Residents of C-U and Thursday, March 23 for Non-Residents of C-U.
Payment Schedule
Payments may be made throughout the summer in accordance to the payment schedule. We require at least a $20 non-refundable deposit per child, per session to hold a spot. The balance will be due ten (10) days (Friday by 5p) before the session begins. See payment schedule online at champaignparks.org or in the parent handbook. Participants will be dropped at this time and space offered to waiting list participants. Registration during the two weeks prior to a session will require full payment at registration.
Summer Youth Program Cancellation/Refund Policy:
Refunds of fees paid minus the required deposit (per child/ per session) will only be given through seven (7) days before the start of the session unless otherwise noted.
Questions: 217-398-2550
Please see other tabs for Program Scholarships & Child Care Resource Services (CCRS).
2023 Payment Schedule
| Week | Dates | Full Payment Due by 5p Friday* | $20 Deposits Accepted Thru Friday** |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | May 30 - June 2 | May 19 | May 12 |
| 2 | June 5 -June 9 | May 26 | May 19 |
| 3 | June 12 - June 16 | June 2 | May 26 |
| 4 | June 19 - June 23 | June 9 | June 2 |
| 5 | June 26 - June 30 | June 16 | June 9 |
| 6 | July 3 -July 7* | June 23 | June 16 |
| 7 | July 10 - July 14 | June 30 | June 23 |
| 8 | July 17 - July 21 | July 7 | June 30 |
| 9 | July 24 - July 28 | July 14 | July 7 |
| 10 | July 31 - August 4 | July 21 | July 14 |
* Non-Payment by due date will result in participant being dropped and space offered to waiting list participants. May re-enroll if space is available. CCRS participants: please see the front desk regarding payment details.
** $20 deposits must be made to hold space through the “Deposits Accepted” date. Full payment is due if registering during the two weeks prior to the start of a session.
Required Form & Resources
- 2023 Summer Youth Program Parent Handbook – Fillable >>
- CUSR Inclusion Services >>
- Champaign-Urbana Special Recreation offers inclusion services for Champaign Park District programs. Upon an initial assessment, services that are deemed appropriate based on each individual will be provided. If needed, a one-on-one aide will work with your child. When registering, please fill in ADA information with INCLUSION REQUEST on the registration form. For more questions, email grace.tissier@champaignparks.org, CUSR Manager & Inclusion Coordinator.
Scholarship Information
Because some residents are unable to participate in recreation programs due to economic hardship, the Champaign Park District offers scholarships to reduce certain fees and charges. Jimmy John’s Youth Scholarship Program applicants are not guaranteed fund availability, program registration or choice of program location. Early applications are given priority. Need is the primary criterion upon which scholarship applicants are considered. Questions: 217-398-2550.
Visit our Registration page for the updated Scholarship Applications!
Child Care Resource Services (CCRS)
Child Care Resource Service helps income-eligible parents who are working and/or going to school to pay for their child care. Eligibility is based on family size and parents’ income. Working families whose incomes are at or below 50% of the state median income level may be eligible. Processing the application can take up to 10 business days, once all the necessary information is received. Please pick up an application form from CCRS. CCRS approved families may register for summer youth programs by paying a $10 deposit per child/per session of the program. These deposits may be refunded at the end of the summer once all CCRS checks are received and there is a credit balance. If money is still owed on your account once CCRS checks have been applied, you will be responsible for the rest of the bill. Because the Park District does not receive payment from CCRS until one month after the service was provided, your deposit could be refunded as late as October.
Please Note: Champaign-Urbana Special Recreation is unable to accept CCRS payment due to changes in governmental regulations.
Questions: Child Care Resource Service (http://ccrs.illinois.edu/), 217-333-3252 or 1-800-325-5516
CUSR Inclusion Services
CUSR offers inclusion services for Champaign Park District programs. Upon an initial assessment, services that are deemed appropriate based on each individual will be provided. If needed, a one-on-one aide will work with your child. When registering, please fill in ADA information as needed on registration form.
*Inclusion services may be limited due to the spread of Covid-19. Please call CUSR or CPD program supervisor to learn what accommodations are available at the time of registration.
For more questions, feel free to email CUSR Manager grace.tissier@champaignparks.org!
