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Science Camp 2013Science Camp 2013 Questions & AnswersQuestions & Answers

Presented by the 5th Grade Team:Cassie Curran, Sarilyn Larchick, Bonnie

Grumski, Deanna Hansen, Kelly Murrieta, and Ken Zarnick

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Science Camp November 2013Science Camp November 2013It is our goal to provide 5th graders with a

feeling of ownership in their learning. This hands-on approach is an experience that will last your child a lifetime!

Camp will be at Prescott Pines in Prescott, Arizona. November 13, 14, 15

Students and adults are housed in dormitory style cabins.

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Some of the LodgingSome of the Lodging

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Science Camp Details:Science Camp Details:It is our goal to have It is our goal to have everyevery 5 5thth grader attend camp. grader attend camp.

Eligibility – All 5th grade students are eligible.

Behavior– If behavior is a concern a parent

may be required to chaperone their child while at camp.

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Science Camp CostsScience Camp Costs Total cost approximately $24,000.00

-Approximately $175.00 per student –Funding Options

1. Tax Credit $200-$4002.  Write a check for $175

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What Does My $175.00 Pay For?What Does My $175.00 Pay For?

$4000-Chartered buses to and from camp $16000-Camp

– Meals for three days– Cabins-3 days and 2 nights– Extra Curricular Fun

Supplies – Bridges– Simple Machines– Inquiry Materials

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General InformationGeneral Information

Supply List to followPermission Slips to followWednesday-Leave 9:00ishFriday return-Return 2:00ish

– Will need to be picked upStudents choose cabinsTeachers choose classes

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More General InformationMore General Information

There will be a nurse on dutyMedication can be administered

(must complete a form and have signed by doctor)

Students will need to pack a lunch the first day of camp.

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Overview of a Day at CampOverview of a Day at Camp 6-7am Wake-up/Showers 7-8am Breakfast 8-12pm 4 Class Sessions 12-1pm Lunch 1-5pm 4 Class Sessions• 5-6pm Dinner• 6:00-8:00pm Supervised activity (Parent Break)• 8:00-9:00pm Free time (supervised)• 9:00pm In cabins• 9:30pm Lights out!

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Science Camp Class ClassesScience Camp Class Classes 2 Inquiry Classes

– Egg Drop– Survival

2 General Classes– Seatbelt safety– Lights, Camera, Action

2 Team Building / Problem Solving– Bridges– Challenge Course

6 Content Classes (simple machines)– Pulleys– Wheel and Axle – Lever– Wedge – Inclined Plane– Screw

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How Can I Help?How Can I Help?

Come to campHelp plan classesHelp get supplies

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Are there any questions?Are there any questions?

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Science Camp MeetingScience Camp Meeting

Act IIInfo for parents

planning on attending camp

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Chaperone ResponsibilitiesChaperone ResponsibilitiesMust have fingerprints done

– Last chance is Tues 2pm-4pm at the District Office.

Commit to the entire campHelp in a class

– Leader– Helper

Attend a “Class” meetingCabin Parent 3-5 students

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More Chaperone ResponsibilitiesMore Chaperone Responsibilities

Supervise students (safety)Role Model

– School rules apply to camp• No alcohol• No tobacco products

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Info for ChaperonesInfo for ChaperonesDriving upCarpoolEarly GroupIn a class (most of the time)Looking for one person “in

charge”

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ClassesClasses 2 Inquiry Classes

-Structures -Survival 2 General Classes

-Seatbelt Safety -Lights, Camera, Action 2 Team Building Classes

-Bridges -Challenge Course

6 Content Classes (simple machines)-Pulleys -Wheel and Axle-Lever -Wedge-Inclined Plane -Screw

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Any Questions?Any Questions?

You can also contact your child’s teacher with any further questions.

Sign up– Name, child’s teacher, e-mail address,

fingerprint status– Teacher will contact group soon to set

up a meeting time.