Information & FAQ

Brilliant Summer 2020

Important Information

Registration

Online registration begins Monday, February 3, 2020 at noon. Register Here Online registration is first-come, first-served and is confirmed when submitted with a down payment. You can go back online at any time to check your schedule or to add a session. After registering, all future changes in registration must be made in writing via email submitted to the Brilliant Summer office: BrilliantSummer@St.Catherines.org

After February 3 we will continue to accept applications and register children until the programs reach capacity. The Brilliant Summer Program admits students of any race, color, nationality or ethnic origin.

Tuition, Fees, Payment and Refund Information

Each student must pay a non-refundable $75 deposit for each morning and afternoon session of camp. Payment plans may be set up online. Payments by check should be made payable to Brilliant Summer. After registering, all future changes in registration must be made in writing via email submitted to the Brilliant Summer office: BrilliantSummer@St.Catherines.org Full payment with all applicable fees is due on or before June 1. A $35 service fee will be charged on any returned checks. Please call the Brilliant Summer office at 804-888-7401 for financial aid or payment options. Financial Aid applications must be received on or before April 15.

June 1 is the last day to request a tuition refund, minus the $75 non-refundable deposit. All requests must be made in writing (an email is sufficient). With the exception of class cancellation due to low numbers, no refunds will be issued after June 1.

Each additional child enrolled in Brilliant Summer from the same family receives a 10% discount on base tuition of equal or lesser cost. Discounts are calculated automaticvally through online registration.

A Note about Classes

On the first day of each session, campers receive a laminated copy of their schedule on the back of their nametag to wear each day of camp. All classes offered are subject to cancellation.

Due to the creative nature of our program, class activities are subject to change. Students may occasionally attend special performances, participate in games or engage in activities not listed in the class descriptions.

All Brilliant Summer programs coordinate to provide a full day of care filled with fun and enriching opportunities. Counselors will safely escort your child to and from each activity.

Extended Day Care

Brilliant Summer offers extended day options for campers who need to arrive earlier or stay later than the program’s regular hours. Emphasis is on supervised, recreational and creative activities. Enrollment in Extended Day must take place before June 1.

Extended Day Care Options:

A. 7:30 - 8:45 a.m. $50 per week for one-week sessions; $105 per three-weeks sessions

B. 3:45 - 6 p.m. $80 per week (includes snack) for one-week sessions; $180 per three-weeks sessions (includes snack)

Schedules & Carpool Assignments

Online registration is confirmed when submitted. You can go back online at any time to check your child's schedule or to add a session. After registering, all future changes in registration must be made in writing via email submitted to the Brilliant Summer office: BrilliantSummer@St.Catherines.org A campus map and carpool assignments will be mailed to you the first week of June. On the first day of each session students will receive a laminated copy of their schedule on the back of their nametag to wear each day of camp. All classes offered are subject to cancellation.

FAQ

List of 5 frequently asked questions.

What if I have questions?

Just call us at 804.288.2804, ext. 3396,
8 a.m.-4 p.m., Mon.-Fri.
We are here to answer your questions!
There are a lot of choices? How do I figure this out?

Great Question! You can start by browsing the pages above based on the rising grade of your child. We also have Special Interest camps that are half-day or full day and Design Your Day camps that can fill your day with many activities.
Is Extended Day essentially another camp?

Extended Day is a space for continued exploration for your child to allow parents the time to complete their workday.
Is it too late to register?

Registration continues into the summer! Please use the Register Here link at the top of the page or contact us with any questions.
Are you offering SPARC August Adventures camp this year?

Unfortunately, renovations this summer prohibited St. Catherine's from hosting the SPARC August Adventures camps on our campus. SPARC camps will take place in the area and you can register here: http://www.sparconline.org/

Downloads

Downloads

Brilliant Summer Handbook
2019 Brilliant Summer Student and parent Handbook
Brilliant Summer Lunch Menu
Drop-off and Pick-up Locations and Times
Proof of Identity
A certified copy of your child’s birth certificate, birth registration card or passport must be presented in person prior to attendance. Photocopies are not accepted. You can bring the documents to the front Desk in Bacot Hall any work day from 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Our summer office will be open for accepting these documents Monday–Friday, June 10 - 15 from 8 a.m.–4 p.m. Please come to 6001 Grove Avenue and enter Bacot Hall.
Immunization Form
This is the Standard State Health Form. We will accept this or any immunization record your Doctor's office provides.
Asthma Action Plan
To be completed by the child's parent/legal guardian.
Diabetes Medical Management Plan
This plan should be completed by the child’s personal diabetes health care team, including the parents/guardian.
Medication Consent Form
This form must accompany any medication brought from home. One form must be filled out for each medication.