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▌ Traditional Day Camp · Ages 13–16

Shemesh Day Camp - Bogrim (8th-10th)

Valley of the Sun JCC · $270/week

Shemesh Day Camp offers a traditional day camp experience for children in Scottsdale, Arizona, focusing on Jewish values, community, and a variety of activit...

▌ Editor's read The Shemesh Day Camp website loads successfully and provides information about their programs, including the Bogrim unit for 8th-10th graders. The camp is operated by the Valley of the Sun JCC, a non-profit organization, indicating a community-focused mission. The website states that 'All staff undergo background checks prior to working with children,' demonstrating a commitment to safety. While specific staff-to-camper ratios are not listed, the site details a wide range of activities including swimming, sports, arts, and Jewish culture. Google reviews for 'Valley of the Sun JCC' show a rating of 4.5 stars from 258 reviews, with many positive comments about the facilities and programs, including summer camps. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory. The Bogrim program specifically offers leadership development, community service, and field trips.
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Who thrives here Ages 13–16

Shemesh Day Camp - Bogrim (8th-10th) serves high-school campers, which means the program is competing against summer jobs, college visits, internships, and residential overnight options. The case for a day camp at this age is usually a CIT (counselor-in-training) track, deep specialization in traditional day camp, or a portfolio item parents and kids both value. Programs that don't articulate one of those three usually lose this age band by 9th grade.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Traditional Day Camp
  • Ages: 13–16
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Address: 12701 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85254, USA
  • Cost notes: USD, members receive a discount. Prices go up by $40 per week after April 1st.

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Shemesh Day Camp - Bogrim (8th-10th)

What ages does Shemesh Day Camp - Bogrim (8th-10th) accept?
Shemesh Day Camp - Bogrim (8th-10th) is open to children ages 13–16. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Shemesh Day Camp - Bogrim (8th-10th) cost?
Shemesh Day Camp - Bogrim (8th-10th) publishes $270/week for the standard session. USD, members receive a discount. Prices go up by $40 per week after April 1st. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Shemesh Day Camp - Bogrim (8th-10th)'s hours?
Shemesh Day Camp - Bogrim (8th-10th) runs 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Shemesh Day Camp - Bogrim (8th-10th)?
Shemesh Day Camp - Bogrim (8th-10th) is operated by a nonprofit organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Shemesh Day Camp - Bogrim (8th-10th) provide lunch?
Shemesh Day Camp - Bogrim (8th-10th) does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
How does Shemesh Day Camp - Bogrim (8th-10th) compare to other traditional day camp camps in Scottsdale?
Shemesh Day Camp - Bogrim (8th-10th) is one of 13 traditional day camp camps in Scottsdale that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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