Brooks School Day Camp

Ages 6–7

The Group Two experience is focused on social development, personal growth, and sense of community. These building blocks are naturally developed through a wide array of activities.

Children ages six and seven experience many changes in their lives. An increase in independence becomes more important now as events such as starting school bring children this age into regular contact with the larger world. Friendships become more and more important. Physical, social, and mental skills develop quickly at this time. This is a critical time for children to develop confidence in all areas of life, such as through friends and sports.

We know that children this age are naturally curious. The Group Two schedule is designed to be age-appropriate and support each child’s curiosity and sense of wonder. The Brooks School Day Camp cultivates each child’s curiosity and imagination through a variety of activities that introduce new skills and offer growth opportunities and social development. Each activity is led by a dedicated team of counselors whose background and passion are in youth development. Each two-week session is themed to create camaraderie and a sense of belonging that will enhance your child’s experience.

Take a look at all your child will do during their time at Brooks by previewing the daily schedule.

Brooks School Day Camp provides participants with a variety of activities like no other local camp can equal. Taking full advantage of our 270-acre campus on the shore of Lake Cochichewick, our highly qualified staff offer specialized instruction in a wide array of activities. Children will engage in hands-on fun as they participate in both indoor and outdoor activities that change with each day.

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Adventure Low Ropes Course
Arts & Crafts
Archery
Boating
Drama
Explorations
Gaga
Gymnastics
Music
Playground
Soccer
Sports
Strength & Agility
Swim Lessons & Free Swim
Tennis
Yoga

Schedule

A Typical Day

8:30–9:00 AM	Drop-Off
9:00–9:10 AM	Morning Meeting
9:10–9:50 AM	Swim Lessons
10:00–10:40 AM	Tennis
10:40–10:50 AM	Snack
10:50–11:30 AM	Arts & Crafts
11:40–12:20 PM	Archery
12:20–12:40 PM	Lunch
12:55–1:35 PM	Free Swim
1:45–2:25 PM	Drama
2:25–2:35 PM	Snack
2:35–3:15 PM	Soccer
3:20–3:50 PM	Gymnastics
3:50–4:00 PM	Afternoon Meeting
4:00–4:30	Pick-Up

Program Team

Emma Hurton

Group Two Coordinator

Emma has been a part of the Brooks School Day Camp community since she was five years old. She has been a camper, graduate of the Leaders-In-Training program, counselor, and group coordinator. Emma is a graduate of Boston College, where she earned a degree in Elementary Education and Applied Psychology and Human Development. This fall, Emma will begin a Master’s of Education program at BC. Her favorite part of working at Brooks is seeing the campers’ smiling faces and watching them form new friendships with one another. Emma also enjoys developing relationships with the campers year after year. In her free time, she enjoys reading, running, and spending time with friends and family.

Thano Danas

Activities Coordinator

Thano oversees the day-to-day operations of all nineteen activity areas. Thano started at the day camp when he was four years old. After completing the Leaders-In-Training Program he worked as a camp counselor before assuming his. current role. Thano is currently pursuing his degree in political science at the College of the Holy Cross. He has a passion for outdoor education and has always enjoyed being a part of the summer camp environment both as a camper and counselor. Thano is excited to share his talents and enthusiasm with the Brooks community.

Rebekah LaRochelle

Day Camp Supervisor

Rebekah is responsible for planning, administering, and directing the daily operation of the Brook School Day Camp. Also, Rebekah assists the group coordinators within their assigned areas of responsibility with planning and implementing effective programs. Rebekah has a passion for youth development and elementary education. She received her M.A.Ed. from Salem State University, as well as her B.S., and is currently a second-grade teacher. Becky lives in North Andover with her husband and two sons and enjoys spending time with family and friends.

Kenya Jones

Community Engagement Supervisor

Kenya helps to create and foster a strong sense of teamwork, cooperation, and morale among all staff, campers, and families, as well as provides direct assistance to all program supervisors. For over twenty years, Kenya has been actively involved with the Brooks School Summer Programs as an activity counselor and LIT 1st and 2nd-year Coordinator. Kenya has been part of the Brooks School faculty since 2007, where he has held several roles, including form dean, psychology teacher, and coach, and now serves as the Director of Multicultural Affairs and Assistant Director of Admission. Kenya holds a B.S. from the University of Massachusetts-Lowell with a concentration in Psychology and a minor in Legal Studies. When not on campus, Kenya enjoys traveling, cooking, playing trivia, and rooting for all New York teams.

Nicole Belisle

Logistics Supervisor

Nicole has a passion for the food service industry. As part of the Brooks School Summer Programs, Nicole supervises the logistics team to ensure all programs remain in compliance with the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and North Andover Board of Health. For almost twenty years, Nicole has been involved in school-based nutritional services. She holds industry certifications in ServSafe, Allergy Awareness, CPR, and First Aid. During the academic year, Nicole leads a team of youth development professionals in North Andover’s after-school program. Her hobbies include softball, tennis, and gamming. Nicole lives in North Andover with her husband, two dogs, and a cat.

Alison Cambridge

Health Services Supervisor

Alison directs all aspects of the health center’s operation in accordance with state and local regulations and collaborates with our Health Care Consultant. Alsion strives to ensure that all participants have a healthy and safe experience. She is committed to community health and health care equity. Alison has worked as a pediatric nurse for 17 years and has been a member of the Brooks School Summer Programs since 2018. During the school year, she works with local pediatrician’s offices and as a school nurse. Alison is the mother of three children who enjoy the outdoors. Her family is passionate about camping and boating in the summer and skiing and snowboarding in the winter.

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