Summer Fun Recreation Program

$25 non-refundable registration fee per child.

Monday, June 24 - Friday, August 9, 2024
No Program Thursday, July 4, 2024

Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 4:00pm
No drop-off before 9:00am or pick-up after 4:00pm

***2024 Summer Fun registration begins on Monday, April 29, 2024 at 9:00 am

Franklin Elementary School - 1111 E. Mason St.

Field trips to some of Santa Barbara’s fantastic recreational and educational sites MAY be a part of the program. Some field trips may involve walking to a destination. When participants are transported, vehicles inspected by City Motor Pool and approved by the California Highway Patrol, or public buses, trolleys or other City-approved vehicles will be used. Staff is never allowed under ANY circumstances to transport participants in their personal vehicles.  As required by law, seat belts will be worn at all times by staff and passengers.
 
Participants must be well behaved and follow good passenger etiquette. Please note: students interested in attending field trips that involve an admission fee, such as the movies, will be required to bring money.

For more information on how to sign-up for a field trip, please inquire with your Summer Fun Program Staff. 

2024 Summer Fun Activity Calendar

Authorized Pick-Up

To update your information, please follow these simple steps:

1.) Log-in to PerfectMind.com
2.) Once logged in, click on "My Profile" then "My Info".
3.) Click on your child’s name (if you have more than one child, you will need to update each child individually)
4.) Click on the purple “Edit” button
5.) Scroll down “Emergency Contacts / Authorized Pick Up Persons” and you can add up to 4 people.

If you need to add more than 4 people, please email RAP@SantaBarbarbaCA.gov. 

Instructions

Excused Absences 

Exceptions will be made due to illness, emergencies, 1-week family trip/reunion, or participation in summer camp scholarship administered by the Santa Barbara Police Activities League (PAL). Click the button below if you need to excuse an absence from Summer Fun. 

Absence FormFormulario de ausencia

The Parks and Recreation Summer Fun - Junior Counselor In-Training Program is designed for young adults entering the 7th-12th grades for the 2024-2025 academic school year. JC’s will have the opportunity to gain community service hours and leadership experience under the guidance of Parks and Recreation Summer Fun camp staff. JC’s are expected to interact with campers, help with activities and special events, and most importantly, serve as a positive role model for younger campers.

HOW TO APPLY
To be considered for the Summer Fun Junior Counselor In-Training Program, JC applicants are required to do the following:

1.) A Recommendation Form- This form must be completed by a Teacher, School Principal, or Mentor. Please do not use a family member as a reference.

2.) 2024 Junior Counselor In-Training Application. Please note: the application must be completed by the Junior Counselor and not a parent or guardian. 

3.) Mandatory Interview (see below) - all JC applicants must attend the Mandatory Interview in order to qualify for the program. 

IMPORTANT DATES
•    Summer Fun Junior Counselor Application Due: Friday, May 10th by 5:00pm
•    Mandatory Junior Counselor Interview: Saturday, May 18 from 1:00pm-3:00pm in the Carrillo Gym, 102 E. Carrillo St. Details about the interview will be emailed to all applicants.
•    JC’s that are accepted into the program will be notified by email on: Thursday, May 23. 
•    If selected, JC’s must pay the $25 non-refundable fee by: Friday, June 7. 
•    If selected, JC’s must be present (at their site) for training: Monday, June 24 at 9:00am sharp

2024 Jc Application2024 JC Recommendation Form

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
For questions about the Junior Counselor Program, please call (805) 564-5495 or email us at RAP@SantaBarbaraCA.gov