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Power Ranch 6 th Grade Science Camp 2017

Power Ranch 6 th Grade Science Camp 2017. Chapel Rock Science Camp. Agenda. Overview – What is camp? Supervision Chaperones Camp Schedule/Classes Lodging Important Dates Q & A. Chapel Rock Science Camp. 6 th Grade Science Camp will teach and engage students about:

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Power Ranch 6 th Grade Science Camp 2017

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  1. Power Ranch 6th Grade Science Camp 2017 Chapel Rock Science Camp

  2. Agenda • Overview – What is camp? • Supervision • Chaperones • Camp Schedule/Classes • Lodging • Important Dates • Q & A

  3. Chapel Rock Science Camp

  4. 6th Grade Science Camp will teach and engage students about: The natural world - Having an understanding of nature inspires environmental responsibility. Human impact on the environment - Human actions can have positive impacts on natural ecosystems. Ourselves and our relationships with others – Learning to live and work in a community are important life skills.

  5. Overview: • Three days, two nights (Wednesday-Friday) • High interest, engaging, hands-on instructional activities led by teachers and experienced camp staff • All activities are STEM based and meet 6th grade state and national standards • Other non-instructional activities include: recreation time, cabin time, whole group skits, and campfire activities

  6. Overview: • Cost: Roughly $135 per student$85 per chaperone • Cost Includes:-lodging (more later about lodging)-all meals and snacks (buffet style)-all activities-transportation -tuition to the Aspen Creed Outdoor School- ACOS

  7. Supervision • Supervision and safety are our #1 priority. • All kids are overseen by chaperones, teachers and administrators. • 5:1 student: chaperone ratio • Structured schedule – 24 hour supervision and accountability

  8. Chaperones: • Provide constant supervision of approximately 5 students • Encourage cooperative behavior among students • Attend a chaperone training/briefing on Thursday, January 14th from 6:00-7:00 pm in the library

  9. Typical Schedule • Wake-up 6:30 AM • Breakfast 7:30 AM • Lunch 12:00 PM • Dinner 5:30 PM • Snacks between meals • Cabin time 9:00 PM • Lights out 10:00 PM

  10. Sample Daily Schedule • 8:00-9:00 Breakfast • 9:00 - 10:15 Traveling to Aspen Creek Outdoor School -Session 1 • 10:15-11:45 Session 2 • 12:00 - 1:00 Lunch • 1:00-1:15 Session 3 • Activities in Groups • Small Group Recap • 1:15-2:30 Session 4 • 2:30-3:45 Session 5 • 3:45-5:00 Session 6 • 5:00-5:30 Free Time (chaperones) • 5:30-6:30 Dinner • 6:30-10:00 Evening Activities Evening Activities – campfires, smores, scavenger hunts, whole group skits

  11. Instructional Activities: • Some instructional activities may include:forestry, nature/history hike, owl pellets, tree ring study, orienteering, topography, challenge course, low ropes, astronomy, archery, gold panning,Animals on the Prowl, campfires, Aspen Creek Trek, Owl Habitats, Earthwalks, Solarville, Water Low Down, Macro-invertebrates

  12. Engage, Explore and Inspire

  13. Important Dates/Deadlines: • Chaperone Interest Forms Due November 18th. • By Friday, November 18 – Payment 1 Due if using Installments $45.00 • By Friday, December 16 – Payment 2 Due if using Installments $45.00 • By Friday, January 13 – Payment 3 Due if using Installments $45.00 • Monday, January 30 • “What to Bring” List Sent Home • Permission Form/Medication Form Due • By Friday, February 3 – All Payments Due $135.00 • Wednesday, February 8– Friday, February 10 – All Medication Due (to Health Office)

  14. Important Dates/Deadlines: • SCIENCE CAMP: Students arrive at Power Ranch and report to gym at 7:30am on Wednesday, February 15th. • Chaperones arrive at 7:00am • Return from Camp- Friday, February 17th at approximately 1:30pm

  15. Prohibited Items: • Cell phones • Cameras • MP3 players, ipods or gaming devices • Liquids (aside from water) • Pocket knives • Any item prohibited in our district code of conduct is also prohibited at camp. • Teachers will be taking pictures that will be available to students upon return.

  16. Fundraising and Important News • Possible Fundraisers • Gold Canyon Candle Sales • Tax Credit Form Q&A

  17. Q & A • All of this information, including dates, will be provided to students via handouts. Copies of all information is available on Mr. Duntonand Ms. Considine’s teacher webpage. • Questions? Please Email: Aaron.Dunton@husd.org Loren.Considine@husd.org

  18. Thank you for attending tonight! Please know that our primary focus during camp is student safety and well-being. Camp will be one of the most memorable and amazing experiences of your child’s life.

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