CONTINUING EDUCATION

STAFF MANDATORY DATES


Summer Camp 2027 Dates

Monday, June 28 - Friday, August 13, 2027

Hours: 8:15am - 4:30pm

Note: Camp is closed Monday, July 5.

Post-Season: Employment for the week of August 9 - August 13 is by invitation only.

All staff members are required to be at camp at 8:00am, Monday, June 28, the first day of camp.

Your Camp Agreement covers the entire summer camp season, including orientation and training days. Our campers and their families depend on your consistent presence. Please note that salary will be prorated for any missed days. Any conflicts (e.g., graduation or college orientation) must be reported prior to the start of camp.

Orientation & Training Schedules

Orientation dates are mandatory and essential to your success as a staff member. They provide the necessary training to ensure a safe and enriching experience for all campers. Please find the specific schedule corresponding to your staff role below:

Program Leads, Specialists & General Counselors

General & Lead Staff
Mandatory Orientation
June 12 Saturday

Session 1: Mandatory Orientation

Time: 8:15 AM - 4:15 PM Location: Hofstra USA (Directions)
June 26 Saturday

Session 2: Mandatory Orientation

Time: 8:15 AM - 4:15 PM Location: Hofstra USA (Directions)

Swim Counselors

Swim Staff
Swim Staff Meeting and Assessment

Dates TBD

Meeting and assessment dates for swim staff will be announced.

Location Details & Requirements: The Hofstra Swim Center is located at 240 Hofstra University, Hempstead, NY 11549. If you are entering it into your GPS, please type in "Hofstra Swim Center"
Important Note: Please make sure you bring a towel and wear your bathing suit.
Mandatory Orientation
June 12 Saturday

Mandatory Orientation

Time: 8:15 AM - 4:15 PM Location: Hofstra USA (Directions)

Orientation and introductory safety training specifically tailored for the aquatics and swim safety teams.

June 26 Saturday

Mandatory Orientation

Time: 8:15 AM - 4:15 PM Location: Hofstra USA (Directions)

Final general staff orientation, safety review, first aid, and collaborative emergency scenario training.

REACH Volunteers

Volunteers
Important Dates & Events

REACH Volunteer Tour, Q&A, Meet and Greet Optional

Date and time: TBD

An optional pre-camp gathering for REACH volunteers to meet the camp leadership, tour the facilities, conduct a Q&A session, and get to know each other.

Note: Additional position-specific pre-camp trainings (e.g., Adventure & Specialized Ropes Staff) may be required and will be communicated directly by camp HR.