What ages does DeKalb Summer Camp (Lucious Sanders) accept?

DeKalb Summer Camp (Lucious Sanders) is open to children ages 10–12. 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 DeKalb Summer Camp (Lucious Sanders) cost?

DeKalb Summer Camp (Lucious Sanders) publishes $66/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

What are DeKalb Summer Camp (Lucious Sanders)'s hours?

DeKalb Summer Camp (Lucious Sanders) runs 7am-6pm. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.

Who runs DeKalb Summer Camp (Lucious Sanders)?

DeKalb Summer Camp (Lucious Sanders) is operated by the local parks department. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.

Does DeKalb Summer Camp (Lucious Sanders) provide lunch?

DeKalb Summer Camp (Lucious Sanders) 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 DeKalb Summer Camp (Lucious Sanders) compare to other community/rec center camps in Lithonia?

DeKalb Summer Camp (Lucious Sanders) is one of 20 community/rec center camps in Lithonia 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.

▌ Community/Rec Center · Ages 10–12

DeKalb Summer Camp (Lucious Sanders)

Lucious Sanders Recreation Center · $66/week

Recreational summer camp for children at Lucious Sanders Recreation Center in DeKalb County.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the DeKalb County Recreation, Parks and Cultural Affairs activity registration portal, specifically listing the 'DeKalb Summer Camp (Lucious Sanders) Jun 15-19 Ages 10-12'. This is a day camp program, and the owner type is municipal-parks. The DeKalb County Parks and Recreation Department has a Facebook page (dekalbcountyga) but no Instagram handle is readily apparent on the activity listing. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory. There is no specific state license number provided on the activity page. Google reviews for 'Lucious Sanders Recreation Center' show a rating of 4.1 stars based on 106 reviews, with comments generally praising the facility and staff, though not specifically for summer camp programs. The camp description on the activity page is very brief, stating it offers 'fun-filled activities' and 'social development' for ages 10-12. No information regarding staff-to-camper ratios or background check policies is explicitly stated on the camp's registration page.

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Parks-department programPublic, often subsidized

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Who thrives here Ages 10–12

DeKalb Summer Camp (Lucious Sanders) sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right community/rec center fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.

Facts & Credentials

Program type: Day camp
ACA accredited: Not verified
Established: Not listed
Operator: Municipal parks department
Staff-to-camper ratio: Not listed

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Details

Category: Community/Rec Center
Ages: 10–12
Hours: 7am-6pm
Address: Lucious Sanders Recreation Center, 2484 Bruce St, Lithonia, GA 30058
Phone: 770-322-2900
Cost notes: $66 per week

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about DeKalb Summer Camp (Lucious Sanders)

What ages does DeKalb Summer Camp (Lucious Sanders) accept?: DeKalb Summer Camp (Lucious Sanders) is open to children ages 10–12. 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 DeKalb Summer Camp (Lucious Sanders) cost?: DeKalb Summer Camp (Lucious Sanders) publishes $66/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are DeKalb Summer Camp (Lucious Sanders)'s hours?: DeKalb Summer Camp (Lucious Sanders) runs 7am-6pm. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs DeKalb Summer Camp (Lucious Sanders)?: DeKalb Summer Camp (Lucious Sanders) is operated by the local parks department. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does DeKalb Summer Camp (Lucious Sanders) provide lunch?: DeKalb Summer Camp (Lucious Sanders) 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 DeKalb Summer Camp (Lucious Sanders) compare to other community/rec center camps in Lithonia?: DeKalb Summer Camp (Lucious Sanders) is one of 20 community/rec center camps in Lithonia 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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DeKalb County Recreation, Parks and Cultural Affairs - Lucious Sanders Recreation Center Summer Camp · Lucious Sanders Recreation Center · Ages 10–12 · $66/week
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