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Youth Programs

Wahmeizing Summer Enrichment Camp

Introducing Wah Mei Summer Camp 2024! Join us for an exciting summer camp focused on engaging, theme-based curriculum, project based learning activities in both English and Cantonese, Cantonese language practice and learning, outdoor recreation, and community building.

Serving youth grades 1-6 since the summer of 2018, and throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, Wah Mei is proud to join DCYF’s Summer Together initiative since its inception in 2021! We now serve up to 100 youth each year during this incredible Summer Camp Program.

Highlights

Program Details

Location

Hours & Fees

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  • boys playing on jungle gym

  • girls eating a meal

  • group of children by a pond

  • young girl sitting next to a bird by a pond

  • two girls on swings

  • children enjoying a meal

  • boy intensely studying a map

  • group of kids discussing around a table

  • Outdoor activities at Golden Gate Park

  • Bilingual programming with a focus on Cantonese lessons

  • Cooking classes, where youth will eat food they make themselves

  • Performance skill practice leading up to our Performance Showcase

  • Camping Trip for our incoming 4-6 grades participants

  • End of the Summer Picnic (Barbeque & Park Activities)

  • Weekly field trips

What type of activities are planned?

Our Summer Camp program is committed to ensuring best youth development practices. We strive to put our efforts in giving our participants opportunities to take leadership roles, build healthy relationships with one another, encourage growth, develop a wide variety of interests through a range of activities and lessons, and mentor our youth to become well-rounded and socially conscious individuals. Our curriculum is project-based and is designed around weekly themes such as Ocean or Space week. Thematic programming helps to keep kids interested and build skills around a specific topic. Each week will be differently themed. Activities include STEM projects, community building, service learning, Chinese language and culture, arts and crafts, outdoor recreation, games and songs. Field trips will also take place such as the beach and areas in Golden Gate Park. We will also plan fun events such as picnics, a performance showcase, and camping trip for our 3rd-6th grade participants.

Cantonese Learning Component

Based on the theme of the week, participants will become familiar with Cantonese vocabulary, characters, and speaking practice related to the theme. Activities and day to day instructions will be led in English and Cantonese, students will be encouraged to practice speaking Cantonese though no prior Cantonese language experience is necessary.

Location

1555 Irving St. Building

1555 Irving Street (cross street 17th Avenue)
San Francisco, CA 94122

(415) 603-2409

Our new location features 6 rooms, a community space, and a reception area. We look forward to welcoming our new participants in this space, as we have been busy working on getting the space ready with everything they will need to be successful.

Age/Grade - Incoming 1st graders to incoming 6th graders.

Session Price *
Session A & B - 8 weeks (June 17 - August 9) $2,600
Session A - 4 weeks (June 17 - July 12) $1,350
Session B - 4 weeks (July 15 - August 9) $1,350

* Fees Subject to Change

Financial aid may be available, to see if you qualify for assistance please contact the Children's Council. The Children's Council helps families pay for childcare programs such as our Summer Camp. Please see their contact information below: Call (415) 276-2900 (Mon-Fri, 8:30am – 5pm) or visit childrenscouncil.org for more information.

Enroll in wahmeizing summer enrichment camp!

If you are interested in enrolling in our Wahmeizing Summer Enrichment Camp, please fill out the interest form.

“Our girls LOVED camp! It was amazing - 4 weeks, no complaining, excited to go every day. The staff were so wonderful - so attentive and engaging, perfect balance of play and structured activities, and Chinese learning. The performances and daily trips to the park were also big hits.”


— 2023 Summer Camp Parent

  • If we are unable to place your child in our Summer Camp we will be able to refund your $200 registration fee but not the non-refundable $50 application fee. After you have been confirmed in the program we will enforce the following refund policy:

    • 75% refund of total tuition fees if parents/guardians notify us 45 days prior to your child/children’s program start date.

    • 50% refund of total tuition fees if parents/guardians notify us 30 days prior to your child/children’s program start date.

    • You will not be eligible for a refund if you notify us 29 days or less before the start of your program date.

    • Partial refund will not be given for drop out of the program. Under no circumstances, will Wah Mei Summer Camp refund families who decide to drop out of the program prematurely.

  • Drop off window begins at 8:30 AM and ends at 9:30 AM.

    Pick up is between 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM.

    Every minute after 5:30 PM will include a late fee at $5/min.

  • Frequent early picks up can be disruptive to program activities and coordination of early pickups is a logistical challenge. If you sign your child/children up for the program please plan to pick up during the designated pick up time from 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM. Early pickups for other extracurricular activities will not be excused and may result in expulsion from the program without a refund. Excusable early pickups for doctor appointments and family emergencies are acceptable.

  • Wah Mei School believes that daily participation in our Summer Camp is vital to children and youth’s development. Peer bonds, adult:child interactions, field trips, and high engagement and stability are hallmarks of our Camp. Participants are highly encouraged to be present and participate regularly. Participants that have inconsistent attendance may warrant a Parent Conference. Participants that have more than three (3) unexcused absences in a single session, may jeopardize their place in the program. Staying fully engaged in Summer Camp will ensure that we can develop healthy bonds with your child and that they can fully enjoy all program activities. Allowed excuses for absences include doctor appointments and family emergencies with prior notification. If your family is deciding to take a vacation during the summer please make sure that it does not interfere with our Summer Camp dates. Vacations will not be considered an excused absence from the program and if your child accumulates (3) unexcused absences due to taking a vacation their placement in the program may be jeopardized and can lead to expulsion without a refund.

  • Parents/Guardians will need to provide a daily lunch to their child/children. If you have any concerns about providing a meal to your child/children, please let us know so that we may be available to offer assistance. Wah Mei School will be able to provide an afternoon snack on a daily basis as part of the program. If you have any type of food restrictions or allergies please let us know in advance, to the start of the program. Please be sure to have your child/children bring a water bottle every day. We will have water available on site for our participants to refill water bottles.