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Science Camp 2014 Q&A - A Fun & Educational Experience for 5th Graders in Prescott, Arizona

Join us for Science Camp 2014, where 5th graders can engage in hands-on learning and have an unforgettable experience. The camp will be held at Prescott Pines in Prescott, Arizona from November 12-14. Eligible students will stay in dormitory-style cabins and participate in a variety of classes and activities focused on inquiry, general knowledge, team-building, and content-based subjects like simple machines. Chaperones are welcome and can contribute by helping with planning, supplies, and tax credits. Attend a meeting to learn more and sign up!

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Science Camp 2014 Q&A - A Fun & Educational Experience for 5th Graders in Prescott, Arizona

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  1. Science Camp 2014Questions & Answers Presented by the 5th Grade Team: Bonnie Grumski, Deanna Hansen, Sarilyn Larchick, Kristine Lyons, Cassie Minard, Kelly Murrieta, and Ken Zarnick

  2. Science Camp November 2014 • It 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 12, 13, 14 • Students and adults are housed in dormitory style cabins.

  3. Lodging

  4. Science Camp Details:It is our goal to have every 5th 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.

  5. General Information • Supply List to follow • Permission Slip to follow • Wednesday Nov 12th -Leave 9:00am • Friday Nov 14th -Return 2:00 • Will need to be picked up • Students choose cabins • Teachers choose classes

  6. More General Information • There will be a nurse or two on duty • Medication can be administered (must complete a form and have signed by doctor) • If you are going, you can administer medication to your own child.

  7. Overview 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!

  8. 2 Inquiry Classes Inquiry Activity 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 Science Camp Class Classes

  9. Science Camp Costs • Total cost approximately $24,000.00 • $4500-Chartered buses to and from camp • $16000+-Camp • Meals for three days • Cabins-3 days and 2 nights • Extra Curricular Fun • Various Supplies Bridges Simple Machines Inquiry Materials Snacks and water

  10. How do we pay for camp? • We are asking each family to contribute $200 in tax credit. • Science Camp • Junior Achievement BizTown • Halle Heart Center

  11. How Can I Help? • Come to camp • Help plan classes • Help get supplies • Submit your Tax Credit

  12. Are there any questions?

  13. Science Camp Meeting Act II Info for parents planning on attending camp

  14. Chaperone Responsibilities • Must have fingerprints done • Tomorrow August 31st at Jacobson (in MPR) • 7:30-8:30 am • 1:30-2:30 pm • Fingerprints at the DO • TBD • Commit to the entire camp • Help in a class • Leader or helper • Attend a “Class” meeting • Cabin Parent 3-5 students

  15. More Chaperone Responsibilities • Supervise students (safety) • Role Model • School rules apply to camp • No alcohol • No tobacco products

  16. Info for Chaperones • $50 cost payable to Jacobson PTO • Driving up • Carpool • In a class (most of the time) • Looking for one person “in charge”

  17. Classes • 2 Inquiry Classes -Inquiry Activity -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

  18. 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 to set up a meeting time.

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