REGISTRATION FOR SUMMER CAMP OPENS MARCH 1ST! SEE CLASS DATES, TIMES AND DESCRIPTIONS BELOW.
Winter Classes
Cat Tales - Mondays
Looking for a way to get your child to read more? We might have the answer. How about having your child read to our cats? Not only will it help your child, but this program helps the cats become a little more socialized and gives them a chance to get some TLC in the process.
The Cat Tales Program will meet every Monday for 45 mins. We will start on Monday, January 6th and meet every Monday until April 14th. No session on January 20thth, February 17th and March 31st. Class will start at 3:30 and end at 4:15. During that time we will begin with a whole group read and then have the children find a spot in our Cattery and start reading. The last five minutes will be time to play with the kittens. We ask that the children be in 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th or 5th grade.
The program is limited to 12 children, and we ask for a donation of $100.00 to have your child participate.
To register go to: https://CatTales.givesmart.com
Cat Tales - Wednesdays
Looking for a way to get your child to read more? We might have the answer. How about having your child read to our cats? Not only will it help your child, but this program helps the cats become a little more socialized and gives them a chance to get some TLC in the process.
The Cat Tales Program will meet every Wednesday for 45 mins. We will start on Wednesday, January 8th and meet every Wednesday until March 26th. Class will start at 3:30 and end at 4:15. During that time we will begin with a whole group read and then have the children find a spot in our Cattery and start reading. The last five minutes will be time to play with the kittens. We ask that the children be in 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th or 5th grade.
The program is limited to 12 children, and we ask for a donation of $100.00 to have your child participate.
To register go to: https://CatTales.givesmart.com
One-Day Camps (grades 1-8)
Join us for crafts, games, and activities while we explore how we care for our animals at WSHS and how to be safe around them as well. Each One-Day camp runs from 9:00 am-12:00pm. These camps are limited to 12 children, and we ask for a donation of $75.00 per child to participate.
April 1, 2025
To register go to: https://WSHSClasses.givesmart.com
Click here to download a class/camp waiver. Every child that participates in a class or camp, must have a completed, signed waiver. Click here to download our photo waiver. By signing the waiver, you allow us to use your child's picture on our website and social media platforms.
Dinner and a Movie
Grades 2-8
Friday, February 21, 2025
5:00-7:30 pm
The Secret Life of Pets: Max (Louis C.K.) is a spoiled terrier who enjoys a comfortable life in a New York building until his owner adopts Duke, a giant and unruly canine. During their walk outside, they encounter a group of ferocious alley cats and wind up in a truck that's bound for the pound. Luckily, a rebellious bunny named Snowball swoops in to save the doggy duo from captivity. In exchange, Snowball demands that Max and Duke join his gang of abandoned pets on a mission against the humans who've done them wrong.
Join us for pizza, pop and the movie. Includes play time with our cats and dogs. $50
To register go to: https://WSHSMovieNight.givesmart.com
2025 Summer Camps at West Suburban Humane Society
Registration link will be posted on our website on March 1st
Animal Friends Camp
For kids entering grades 2 & 3 in Fall, 2025
Why does a cat meow and a dog bark? Learn about how animals communicate with people. There will be fun activities, crafts, and lots of interaction with our shelter animals.
Session A: June 9- June 13: 10:00 am- noon
Session B: June 9-June 13: 1:00 pm -3:00 pm
Session C: June 16-June 20: 10:00 am- noon
Session D: June 16-June 20: 1:00 pm -3:00 pm
Animal Care Camp
For kids entering grades 4 & 5 in Fall, 2025
Do you want to learn to care for your 4-legged friends? Come spend a week learning about and caring for our cats and dogs.
Session A; June 23–June 27 - 10:00 am- noon
Session B: June 23–June 27 - 1:00 pm-3:00 pm
Session C: July 7-July 11: 10:00 am-noon
Session D: July 7-July 11: 1:00 pm-3:00 pm
Session E: July 28-August 1: 10:00 am-noon
Session F: July 28-August 1: 1:00 pm-3:00 pm
Session G: August 4- August 8: 10:00 am- noon
Session H: August 4-August 8: 1:00 pm-3:00 pm
Animal Investigators Camp
For kids entering grades 6, 7, & 8 in Fall, 2025
Discover all the hidden secrets about animals and their environments and learn some impactful ways to make a difference. You'll interact with our cats, dogs and other animal guests.
Session A: July 14–July 18: 10:00 am - noon
Session B: July 14–July 18: 1:00 pm-3:00 pm
Session C: July 21-July 25: 10:00 am-noon
Session D: July 21-July 25: 1:00 pm-3:00 pm
Teen Camp Assistants : We are looking for Teen Camp Assistants! (TCA's) Teens entering grades 9-12 will support summer camp staff and act as role models as they guide campers in crafts and games, engage campers in lessons, and assist with animal guests. TCA's should enjoy working with children and animals, are good team players, and are enthusiastic self- starters.
To apply for a position as a TCA, visit: https://forms.office.com/r/1a243sDCxv
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