For Summer 2026, Youth Soccer International (YSIFC) will be running camps at Alcott Elementary School (2625 N Orchard St, Chicago, IL 60614). Jen’s Camp will operate its full-day program at Lincoln Elementary School (615 W Kemper Pl, Chicago, IL 60614).
YSI campers who are also enrolled in Jen’s Camp for the second part of the day will be safely transitioned from Alcott to Lincoln by YSI staff and Jen’s Camp staff as follows:
YSI to JEN's camper transition
1. DAILY SCHEDULE
- 9:00–12:00 PM: Youth Soccer International Half-Day Camp. Location: Alcott Field
- 12:00–12:45 PM: Supervised transition to Jen's Camp
- 12:45 PM–End of Day: Jen's Camp Full-Day Camp. Location: Lincoln Elementary
2. TRANSITION & SUPERVISION DETAILS
- Children will be walked from Alcott to Jen's Camp (approx. 10-minute walk).
- The group will be supervised by:
- 1 counselor from Jen's Camp, and
- 1 staff member from Youth Soccer International
- Children remain under adult supervision at all times during the transition.
- Once children arrive at Jen's Camp, they officially join the Jen's Camp program.
3. WHO IS THIS OPTION FOR
This transition option is available only for families registered for both Youth Soccer International (morning camp) and Jen's Camp (full-day camp).
4. PARENT PICK-UP & DROP-OFF RESPONSIBILITIES
- Morning drop-off: YSI specified location @ Alcott Elementary
- Afternoon pick-up: Jen's specified location @ Lincoln Elementary
- Parents do not need to be present during the transition
- If a child is not attending Jen's Camp that day, families must pick up their child at Alcott by 12:00 PM.
5. SAFETY & EMERGENCY
Both organizations have reviewed the transition plan and safety procedures. Staff will carry emergency contact information during the transition.
6. CONSENTS ACKNOWLEDGMENT
A permission slip will be required for the duration of camp, granting consent for the camper(s) to participate in the supervised walk from YSI’s camp to Jen’s Camp.
7. FAQ
What if it’s raining?
The transition plan will be adjusted for safety, and families will be notified if needed.
Can my child walk alone or with a sibling?
No, all children must stay with the supervised group.