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Camp Tecumseh

Camp Tecumseh. Camp Tecumseh. Located near Brookston, Indiana…not far from Purdue country. Objectives. Camp Tecumseh. Fulfill 7 th grade curriculum Experience outdoor education Alternative learning environment Hands-on learning Leadership & mentorship for high school counselors

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Camp Tecumseh

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  1. Camp Tecumseh

  2. Camp Tecumseh Located near Brookston, Indiana…not far from Purdue country.

  3. Objectives Camp Tecumseh • Fulfill 7th grade curriculum • Experience outdoor education • Alternative learning environment • Hands-on learning • Leadership & mentorship for high school counselors • Provide academic role models

  4. Camp Tecumseh Most of the learning is application based. Almost all lessons are hands-on and involve interacting with the varied Tecumseh biomes.

  5. Lessons Camp Tecumseh • Language Arts • Mathematics • Science • Social Studies • Physical Education These activities correspond with the Indiana State Standards for 7th grade and will be included in student grades.

  6. Camp Tecumseh Supplemental Activities

  7. Camp Tecumseh The Black Hole

  8. Camp Tecumseh Canoeing

  9. Camp Tecumseh Mt. Wood

  10. Camp Tecumseh Square Dancing

  11. Camp Tecumseh Olympics

  12. Camp Tecumseh Teacher and Counselor Skits Top Secret

  13. Student Information

  14. Camp Dates: SESSION 1 Oct. 1 – 3 (Mon – Wed) • Mrs. Ingles’s classes (periods 1-3) • Mr. McCord’s classes (ALL periods) • Miss McKee’s 1st period class

  15. Camp Dates: SESSION 2 Oct. 3 – 5 (Wed – Fri) • Mrs. Ingles’s classes (periods 4 - 7) • Mr. Sturges’s classes (ALL periods)

  16. Accommodations • Students sleep in cabins. There is at least one adult in each cabin, and likely high school counselors. • Bunk beds and mattresses are provided – you need your own bedroll and pillow • Flush toilets and warm showers – bring your own soap and towels

  17. WE NEED CABIN PARENTS! • Need one adult in each cabin • Need at least 75 parents • Session I: we need 18 moms and 12 dads • Session II: We need 18 moms and 12 dads • No parent volunteers = no adult in cabin at night! (we don’t have enough teachers to cover them). • See Mr. Libey to volunteer! 

  18. Meals • All meals are served family style (big serving bowls with food for 8) • Take only what you will eat – our goal is zero food waste • Students, as well as adults, help set and clean tables

  19. What to Pack (you will be getting a list in the future) • A sack lunch for your first day at camp • Be prepared for ANY weather, this is Indiana! Dress in layers • Bring 2 pairs of comfortable shoes than can get dirty – we play in the creek! No open toes, sandals, or flip flops. (Flip flops can be worn in the showers.) • Bring OLD clothes – we sit on the ground, muddy or not! (4 days worth) • Underclothing for 3 days (plus extras, please ) • Sweatshirt or jacket and long pants in case it is cold. • Rain gear (raincoat/poncho) • Hat for rain, sun, or cold • Toiletries (toothbrush, toothpaste, soap, shampoo) • Towel and washcloth – warm showers are available • Bed roll or sleeping bag and pillow

  20. Optional Items • Flashlight • Insect repellent • Camera • Money for Trading Post • Change for soft drinks during recreation time.

  21. What NOT to Pack • Electronic equipment (cell phone, radio, mp3 player, mini TV, PSP, IPOD/IPAD and similar items). These will be confiscated in accordance with school rules. • Shaving cream or similar items – there will be no cabin raids • Curling Irons – no time in the morning, few outlets (Hair dryers are allowed if they are ESSENTIAL) • Soft drinks and snack foods – you don’t want a critter curled up in your bed with you • Knives – even though this is a “camping” experience, ALL school rules apply

  22. Cost and Permission Slips • $122.00 (checks or money order only) • Made out to HSJH • Include student name (first and last) in memo section • PLEASE, PLEASE PAY TODAY if you have not already done so! • (if absolutely not possible send in payment to front office A.S.A.P.!)

  23. Other Cost Information • For severe funding issues, contact Mr. Brown • No $$ is necessary at camp, however if students would like to purchase Camp Tecumseh merchandise they may bring extra money (we suggest $25 for bottled drinks and/or a souvenir IF YOU WANT)

  24. Departure/Arrival Procedures

  25. Departure Day(You will get this info again at a later date) • Students must be at school by 8:15 am • Parent rides recommended, due to the amount of gear (limit: 1 bag, 1 bedroll) • Luggage should be rainproof & labeled with the student’s name and placed by the student’s bus number • Students should keep a copy of their bus, cabin, table, and trail group information WITH THEM at all times! • Students must pack a lunch for the 1st day only. Disposable containers preferred.

  26. Arrival Day • Buses arrive back at HSJH between 2:00 – 2:15 pm • Students may leave school as soon as buses arrive • Please do NOT park along curb – buses will unload at that location • Students will not be allowed to use phones, please plan to pick up your student IN THE GYM by 2:15 • Students will not be waiting outside – please come inside the gym to meet them by their bus number • Students can ride the bus home, if necessary, but rides are recommended due to luggage.

  27. Camp Tecumseh Adult Supervision

  28. Teachers and Staff • Co-Directors Eric Brown, Amanda Kriger, & Jeff Libey will be at camp each day • Additional teachers will be at camp to help supervise activities • Tecumseh staff members will help direct camp activities

  29. Camp Tecumseh Wonderful and Essential Cabin Parents

  30. Cabin Parent Stuff • WE NEED CABIN PARENTS! (75) • Background check must be on file • Encouraged, but not required, to supervise on bus ride • Sleep in cabins with students for supervision • Assist with some evening activities • $70.00 fee • Attend parent meeting on Thursday Sept. 27th at 8:00 PM

  31. Nurse at Camp • There will be a school nurse attending camp each day. • The nurse will be training HS counselors in specific students needs, as well as universal precautions. • The nurse will be dispensing all medications. • For dietary concerns, please contact our nurse Susan Rose @ 317-594-4120

  32. Medications at Camp • All medication must be turned in with permission slip and fee. Pleasespecify name, dosage & timeto be given. • All medications must be in original bottle • If medication is not in original bottle, it must be accompanied by a physician’s note • First day lunch dosage must go in sack lunch • Cabin parents may give meds to own child only.

  33. THANKS FOR COMING! • Contact Mr. Brown with questions about payment: ebrown@hse.k12.in.us • Contact Mr. Libey to volunteer: jlibey@hse.k12.in.us • Contact Mrs. Kriger with questions about camp: akriger@hse.k12.in.us Camp will be one of those wonderful childhood memories your student will NEVER forget! 

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