Will my child be able to do his or her homework?
Who staffs the Homework Room?
What does my child need to bring?
Will my child need to provide his or her own equipment for outdoor activities?
Is my child required to go outdoors during play time?
What do you serve for snacks each day?
What happens if my child gets sick?
What if my child has a contagious disease?
What happens if my child gets injured?
Will my child be able to do his or her homework?
The Homework Room is open Monday through Thursday, from 3:00 – 4:30 PM. A list of children who need to do their homework and records of homework time is kept each day. Please make sure to fill out a homework time sheet so we know to remind your children to do their homework.
We do ask children to save their reading for home; it is difficult to keep up with time and make sure they are actually reading while assisting other campers. If a child becomes disruptive in the homework room and does not settle down when asked, they will be asked to leave, which may result in them not finishing their homework.
Who staffs the Homework Room?
The Homework Room is staffed by counselors who will assist children, answer questions, maintain a quiet environment and make sure the children who need to are able to do their homework.
What does my child need to bring?
Children attending Afterschool need to have the following items:
- Appropriate footwear; comfortable tennis shoes would be the best.
- Clothing suited to the weather. Outdoor activities occur even when the weather turns cooler.
- An extra change of clothes. Each camper will have a cubby space.
- Swimsuit, towel and sunscreen will be needed in May, June, August and September. Specific days will be posted ahead of time.
- A great attitude and a willingness to try new things and have fun!
Will my child need to provide his or her own equipment for outdoor activities?
Camp Thunderbird will provide any and all special equipment for activities such as canoeing, tennis, fishing, etc., unless otherwise noted to parents.
Is my child required to go outdoors during play time?
To ensure a proper staff to camper ratio, children may not stay inside during outdoor play time.
What do you serve for snacks each day?
Healthy snacks such as fruit, veggies, milk & cereal, cheese & crackers, granola bars and yogurt are provided daily for each child, with an extra option for those who may not like what is being served. A weekly snack menu is posted in the Afterschool Room along with a “Healthy Living Tip of the Week.”
What happens if my child gets sick?
Each day upon arrival the campers will be observed for symptoms of illness. If a child has signs of illness, or a fever of 101ºF or higher, the parent or guardian will be called to pick up the child. If the parent or guardian is not available, the emergency contact person will be contacted. Because we cannot provide care for sick children, the adult contacted must pick up the child within one hour of phone contact.
What if my child has a contagious disease?
Children will be sent home for contagious issues such as lice, pinkeye, chicken pox, ring worm, etc. The child cannot return to Afterschool until they are cleared or have approval from a doctor. If a child has had diarrhea or vomiting within the previous 24 hours, please keep them home from Afterschool.
Please let us know if your child has a contagious disease so that we can make other parents aware and be on the lookout for more cases. No names will be disclosed in memos to other parents.
What happens if my child gets injured?
Staff is required to follow OSHA guidelines and complete an accident/injury report in the event that one should occur.