Lincoln Child Care

We offer a quality developmental program that cares for children while their parents are away from home, attending classes, at work, or involved in community services.

Enrolling

You must submit the Waiting List Form with a $10 non-refundable fee prior to enrollment. Once you have secured a spot, there are several forms you will need to complete along with a copy of current immunizations. Prior to the first day of attendance, you need to pay a refundable security deposit of $135 for the first child and $75 for the second child.

Enrollment Period

• Children of SCC students: Required to be enrolled for the entire semester. They are not required, but can opt, to be enrolled during break periods.
• Children of SCC faculty and staff: Required to be enrolled yearly. They are not required to be enrolled during the 4-week break between the Spring and Summer Quarter. The children must be enrolled for all other weeks the Center is open.
• Children of community members: Required to enroll yearly for the entire 50 weeks the Center is open.

Children can be unenrolled with a two-week written notice. If you want to re-enroll at the Center you will be required to go on the waiting list.

Student Rates

Faculty and General Public Rates

• Waiting List 
• Enrollment Form
• Health Contract
• Child Care Subsidy Policy
• Sunscreen Permission
• Read the Parent Handbook Form 
• CCAMPIS Grant Scholarship Information
• CCAMPIS Grant Scholarship Application

• Parent Handbook 
• Wish lists
  
• American Academy of Pediatrics 
• Center for Disease Control and Prevention
• National Association for the Education of Young Children
• Lincoln Lancaster County Health Department
• Health and Human Services 
• www.family.go.com 
• www.parents.com 

The Southeast Community College Child Development Center offers a Summer Camp for school aged children during the summer months.

Financial Support

Scholarships are available for PELL eligible SCC registered student/parents to help cover the cost of the camp fee(s). Scholarships are provided by the U.S. Department of Education CCAMPIS Grant. Please apply prior to registration for camp. Apply for financial support. If you have questions or need assistance, please stop by the Child Development Center on the Lincoln campus, email lmiller@southeast.edu or call 402-437-2450.

Registration

Please review camp sessions and descriptions below to determine which camp sessions to register your child for. You may register for as sessions as you want. SPECIAL OFFER: If you register for five or more sessions, the camp session fee will be reduced by $5 per camp. Register for summer camp sessions by completing one of the following registration form options. Additional health and permission forms will need to be completed for camp participation. Please note that your registration will not be confirmed until deposit is received.

Online Form

Printable Form (PDF)

Camp Sessions

A week camp will typically include one trip to the pool or splashpad, one trip to a local library or park and 2-3 theme-related trips (examples: trip to the zoo during animal week, climbing a rock wall during fitness week). We will do our best to accommodate all trips listed however, trips are subject to change due to transportation availability, staffing or unforeseeable circumstances. Additional trips or guest visitors may be added depending on availability.

1. May 30 – June 2 (4-DAY CAMP) – Summer Kickoff
   Let’s kick off summer with some camper favorites like mini golf and laser tag. We’ll also visit a Lincoln Public Library and get signed up for the summer reading program. Finally, we’ll cool off with a trip to the pool and popsicles.
2. June 5 – 9 – Fun, Friends and Fitness
   Let’s get physical. Join us this week as we conquer our fears on UNL’s indoor rock wall. Next, we’ll roll on over to Hollywood Bowl to show off our bowling skills. Don’t forget – we’ll also practice fitness fun at a local park and the pool.
3. June 12 – 16 – Animal Antics
   Calling all animal lovers. Get batty with us this week while we gaze at gorillas and lounge with lemurs at the Omaha Henry Doorly Zoo. We’ll explore our way through the aquarium, jungle, desert and more. The fun isn’t over yet – we’ll also stop by the Capital Humane Society to meet some of our favorite furry friends.
4. June 19 – 23 – Arts, Music and Movement
   This week is all about the arts. Let’s get messy with a trip to Paint Yourself Silly and lots of wacky crafts. We’ll also enjoy a “camper favorite” trip to Mahoney State Park to enjoy the indoor playground activity center and the arts and crafts center! Don’t forget about the library, park and pool!
5. June 26 – 30 - Kool Kravings
   It’s time to get cooking. Put your chef hat on this week and join us for some crazy culinary creations. First, we’ll take a trip to Hy-Vee for a special behind the scenes tour, nutrition tips and a tasty snack. Then, put your skills to the test in an exciting camp cooking challenge. We’ll also create our own camp cookbook and end the week with a sweet treat.
6. July 5 – 7 (3-DAY CAMP) Party in the USA
   Join us as we pack lots of patriotic fun into a short week. We’ll celebrate with an exciting trip to the Nebraska State Capitol and make a star-spangled splash at the pool. Don’t forget the festive crafts and a special red, white and blue ice cream party.
7. July 10 – 14 – Lights, camera, action
   Lights, camera, action. Shine like a star this week as we practice our singing, dancing and acting skills for our annual summer camp talent show. We’ll also build our confidence with improv activities and a visit to the radio station to make our own commercial. Don’t forget – this week also comes with a trip to Marcus Theatres for a movie and popcorn.
8. July 17 – 21 – Wet and Wild
   Let’s go bananas this week as we hang with monkeys for a day at the Lincoln Children’s Zoo. We’ll also splish, splash and soar down the slides in a trip to Star City Shores. The fun continues back at the Center as we’ll enjoy a visit from the Raptor Conservation Alliance and build our own banana splits.
9. July 24 – 28 – Let’s Explore S’more
   Take a trip back in time this week as we explore our way through Morrill Hall and the planetarium. We’ll also be stealthy and sneaky as we venture through a camper favorite… Robber’s Cave. Camp is not complete without the pool, library and crafting our own gooey s’mores. This week ROCKS.
10. July 31 – August 4 – The Best of Lincoln
    Join us as we visit some of the most exciting places that Lincoln has to offer. We’ll enjoy a day at the Lancaster County Fair filled with farm animals, scavenger hunts and unique shows. Discover more hands-on fun at the Lincoln Children’s Museum. Cool off with a trip to the pool and popsicles.
11. August 7 – 11 Super-Secret Surprise
    Summer isn’t over yet - join us for one last week full of camper favorites. Enjoy silly surprises and some of the best activities and trips of the whole summer. We’ll enjoy mini golf at Prehistoric Putt and bowling. We’ll also vote on an exciting surprise trip, but for now, that’s top secret.

Camp Hours

Activities and field trips will run between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. Campers may be dropped off at the Center between 7:30-9 a.m. and picked up between 4-5:30 p.m.

Food

A nutritious breakfast, lunch and afternoon snack are provided each day. Breakfast runs from 8:00-8:30 am.

Leadership

Camp teachers are trained Early Childhood Education professionals and Early Childhood Education program students. Each group will have a teacher/pupil ratio of 1-15.

Transportation

The Nebraska Child Passenger Safety Law states that all children age 7 and under must ride correctly secured in a federally-approved child safety seat. Parents with children age 7 and under must provide a booster or car seat each day of camp. All camp teachers will have Safe Kids Nebraska Child Care Transportation Training and will transport children on trips in either a 12-passenger van or minivan.

Southeast Community College is hosting a series of Spring Mini Camps on select days in which community schools may not be open. These camps will give youth the opportunity to learn from staff and complete hands-on activities like crafts, games, field trips on select days, and lots of fun. Breakfast, lunch and a snack are provided.

Children of SCC employees, SCC students and community members are invited to participate. Youth ages 5-12 are welcome to attend.

2023 Camp Dates

7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. (flexible drop-off and pick-up options)

Camps vary in price based on qualifications. Registration forms can be submitted by completing the online form or dropped off at the Child Development Center on SCC’s Lincoln Campus at 8800 O St. Deposit is to be paid at time of registration.

• $45 per day – Register Today online | via paper (PDF)
• $10 per day for approved CCAMPIS grant students - Register Today online | via paper (PDF)

Have questions? Need more information or to register?

Contact Katie Zabel at kzabel1@southeast.edu or stop by the Child Development Center at 8800 O St. in Lincoln.