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Every student should have a chance to reap the benefits of being physically active, experience the joys of teamwork, and feel rewarded by individual skill improvement.
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In response to the various ways that COVID-19 is affecting members of our Brimmer community, we have created a special fund within the Annual Fund called the Brimmer Community Fund.
Brimmer Summer provides a warm, creative environment for children to grow, learn, and laugh out loud. Designed specifically with the younger child in mind, our Day Camp inspires children to make new discoveries and try new things. Our campers receive individualized attention from counselors in small-group settings. A blend of creative arts and physical activities allows children to find a place to challenge themselves as well as a place to shine. Campers return home at the end of the day not only with a sense of accomplishment but also "brimming" with songs, stories, and smiles.
by providing a nurturing environment for campers ages 4-11. Experienced, loving counselors encourage campers to take risks and to become more confident and self-assured.
by limiting enrollment and maintaining a low 1:5 or 1:8 counselor-to-camper ratio depending on the child’s age. We encourage children to cooperate and share, both with each other and with their counselors.
by allowing each child to discover the artist within. Every camper has the opportunity to explore his or her creative potential through drama, dance, music, and visual arts, and works in progress are shared with the camp community during weekly assemblies.
by helping children to develop and hone balance, coordination, and motor skills. We offer a variety of physical activities from aquatics to archery, and from gaga to field games.
Morning Drop-Off begins at 9 am in front of the Chase Building. A counselor or specialist will meet each car and walk each camper to his/her/their assigned group. Afternoon Pick-up begins at 3:00 p.m. on Devon Road. A counselor or specialist will escort each camper to his/her/their car.
Due to Public Health restrictions on mixing staff there will be no Exended Day options for Summer 2021. We plan to reinstate our Extended Day program in 2022.
Due to Public Health restrictions on transportation, we will not be able to offer bus transportation in Summer 2021. Our Camp is conveniently located on the MBTA Green Line and is also easily accessible from Route 9.
Yes, we have a nurse on staff and on campus each day from 9 am – 3 pm. We will be hiring an additional nurse’s assistant for Summer 2021. The nurse handles all minor health-care needs (cuts, scrapes, stomach aches, etc.) and dispenses medication. The nurse is available during camp hours to answer any questions or concerns. Prior to registering, feel free to call the Summer Camp Office to discuss your child's specific needs, any concerns you may have, and to find out if our camp is an appropriate placement.
We ask that campers come to camp each day with a lunch, a morning snack, and a beverage. Please send your camper with a water bottle! Water stations are set up around camp, and staff will be encouraging your camper to hydrate throughout the day.
Brimmer Camp is Nut Safe. As a result of the growing number of campers with severe peanut/tree nut allergies, we are asking all camp families and staff to refrain from bringing peanut/tree nut products to camp. All camp staff have been trained in food allergies and advised of any food restrictions in their group. Counselors are present while campers are eating and no food may be shared during lunch.
All Brimmer Summer staff must go through an extensive application and screening process that includes a written application, a personal interview, three references, and checks with both the Criminal Offender Registry and the Sex Offender Registry. All staff also complete a thorough training prior to camp, including: rules and regulations, safety, emergency action plans, first aid, strategies for working with children, diversity, and customer service.
Due to Public Health restrictions on outside visitors and the need for physical distancing visitors will not be allowed on camp grounds in Summer 2021.
Yes, a 5% sibling discount is offered to families registering more than one camper for six or more weeks of camp. The discount is applied to the lowest priced tuition. Extended day is not included.
Cassandra fell in love with teaching in the late 1990s when she was living and working in post-apartheid South Africa, implementing a library project for WorldTeach International. She has also worked as a special education teaching assistant at Wellesley High School and the program director for Camp Wingate Kirkland in Yarmouthport, Mass., for several summers.
Most recently, Cassandra served as assistant district attorney in the Bronx County District Attorney’s Office in New York City. During her 10 years there, she developed an Anti-Human Trafficking division of the organized crime division called the Rackets Division. She also served as an anti-gun trafficking and Narcotics Division prosecutor. Cassandra is excited to be back in education and be a part of the Brimmer community.
Cassandra is a member of the American Camping Association and the Massachusetts Camping Association, where she is a board member at large/legislative chair. She is a former member of the New York State Bar Association and Bronx Women’s Bar Association.
In her spare time, Cassandra is a volunteer coach for young soccer goalkeepers and enjoys speaking to high school and college students about social justice issues, finding a first job, women’s empowerment issues, and career transitions. As a former soccer and rugby player at Amherst College who went to the Final Four of the Division III NCAA championships, Cassandra also enjoys talking to young people about being a college athlete.
Ashley Mosley
Director of Extended Day, Assistant Director of Summer Programs
Ashley is a behavior therapist in the Newton Public School system duing the school year. Previously, she worked in special education in Brookline. She loves being part of the caring and intentional community at Brimmer Summer Camp. She is passionate about the healthy social and emotional development of young children and knows that camp is an integral part of that development. After graduating from University of New Hampshire she spent time in Cambodia with the US Peace Corps.
As an inclusive community, Brimmer welcomes students who will increase the diversity of our school. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and expression, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, or any other characteristic protected from discrimination under state or federal law, in the administration of our educational policies, admissions practices, financial aid decisions, and athletic and other school-administered programs.