A typical day is anything but. Our variety camp includes all the classic summer camp activities and experiences, but we don’t stop there. Our specialty track program allows your camper to dive a little deeper into sports, the arts, and cooking. JCYS North has the classic day camp experience and specialty programming. Plus, weekly field trips!
Our camp culture is filled with spirit and silliness, where everyone cheers on each other, and children are supported to take risks, challenge themselves, and try new things.
For more information on JCYS North, contact Graham Little at glittle@jcys.org or (847) 279-0900.
JCYS North Suburban Day Camp will include the fun, excitement, and traditions your camper has come to love while providing your family with the flexibility you need. Our dedicated staff will work diligently to provide the same exceptional level of care and encouragement for every camper. In addition to these program highlights, the Northwest Family Center features large activity rooms and a gymnasium, allowing for more room and flexibility on rainy days. Highlights of JCYS North Suburban Day Camp include:
JCYS North offers a plethora of opportunities: dance, cooking, musical instruments, and singing, as well as traditional arts and crafts activities.
All of your camp favorites like soccer, kickball, ultimate frisbee, capture the flag, GaGa, cooking, arts and crafts; A soon-to-be-favorite camp game, Nine Square in the Air, along with tetherball and volleyball.
This is your child’s opportunity to sign up for an activity they enjoy doing or want to learn more about. Possible choices include cooking, arts and crafts, sports, and more. Camper’s Choice allows children to make a decision that influences their weekly schedule. This helps teach good decision-making and independence. New choices will be offered every two weeks.
At JCYS North, we maintain the highest standards regarding program safety and quality.
| SESSION DATES | SESSION NUMBER |
|---|---|
| June 8, 2026 – June 12, 2026 | 1 |
| June 15, 2026 – June 19, 2026 | 2 |
| June 22, 2026 – June 26, 2026 | 3 |
| June 29, 2026 – July 2, 2026 (No Camp July 3) | 4 |
| July 6, 2026 – July 10, 2026 | 5 |
| July 13, 2026 – July 17, 2026 | 6 |
| July 20, 2026 – July 24, 2026 | 7 |
| July 27, 2026 – July 31, 2026 | 8 |
| August 3, 2026 – August 7, 2026 | 9 |
| June 8, 2026 - August 7, 2026 | ||||
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| JCYS North 5 days/week 9:00am - 3:00pm | Per Session: 10% Discount through February 1, 2026 | All 9 Sessions: 10% Discount through February 1, 2026 | Per Session | All 9 Sessions |
| Junior Village (Grades 1 - 4 | $328.50 | $2,956.50 | $365 | $3,285 |
| Senior Village (Grades 5 - 8) | $328.50 | $2,956.50 | $365 | $3,285 |
| To participate in JCYS North, your camper must be registered for at least two sessions. | ||||
| June 8, 2026 - August 7, 2026 | ||||
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| 5 days/week 9:00 am – 3:00 pm | Per Session: 10% Discount through February 1, 2026 | All 9 Sessions: 10% Discount through February 1, 2026 | Per Session | All 9 Sessions |
| CIT 1 (Grade 9) | $139.50 | $1,255.50 | $155 | $1,395 |
| CIT 2 (Grade 10) | No Cost - Needs approval; Must have previously participated in CIT 1 | |||
| To participate in JCYS North CIT, you must be registered for at least two sessions. | ||||
| JUNE 9, 2025 – AUGUST 8, 2025 | PER SESSION |
|---|---|
| Before Camp 7:30 am – 9:00 am | No cost, but you must register for Before Camp. |
| After Camp 3:00 pm – 5:30 pm | No cost, but you must register for After Camp. |
Get ready! 2026–27 registration opens at 10:00 am: Nov 11 for current families, Dec 2 for the community. Community registrations before Dec 2 at 10:00 am won’t be held.
To participate in JCYS North, your camper must be registered for at least two sessions.
Current JCYS Families – Register
To complete your registration, you must provide a non-refundable registration fee. The registration fee for JCYS North is $50 per child.
| INSTALLMENT | BILLING CYCLE | PAYMENT CYCLE |
|---|---|---|
| JCYS North Summer 2026 | ||
| 1st Installment (Weeks 1-5) | May 15, 2026 | June 1, 2026 |
| 2nd Installment (Weeks 6-9) | June 15, 2026 | July 1, 2026 |
