Some of the best moments of my summer actually happen at the end. It’s that time when parents thank the staff and share just how important the camp experience was for their child. They can’t believe how much they have really changed over the eight weeks and they are excited to let us know. We […] Learn More ›

In the Chicago area, it’s no surprise that JCC Chicago and high-quality day camps go hand-in-hand. But, did you know that we have one of the best kept camp secrets in the northern and northwest suburbs? We didn’t mean for it to be hush-hush, but we hear time and time again from parents that they […] Learn More ›

Did you know that I hated summer camp? Yes, it’s true! The summer was 1974 and my mom put me on the camp bus kicking and screaming. This was a daily occurrence until she made the decision to pull me from the first camp program I was enrolled in. Shocking, I know! Anyone who has […] Learn More ›

Here’s how to bring our camp philosophy home. It seems that every time we turn on the tv there is a story about bullying. While bullying is not a new phenomenon, the media’s coverage of tragic incidents has brought the subject front and center. It’s created an urgency to figure out how to “solve” a […] Learn More ›