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We’re going to Space Camp!

We’re going to Space Camp!. Space Camp Basics Which Program to choose? Fundraising & Scholarships Questions. Tonight’s Agenda. We are going over Spring break, April 2-6, 2012. We take a county approved Charter Bus to camp Teacher Chaperones – Mrs. Brendle/???. Space Camp Basics.

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We’re going to Space Camp!

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  1. We’re going to Space Camp!

  2. Space Camp Basics Which Program to choose? Fundraising & Scholarships Questions Tonight’s Agenda

  3. We are going over Spring break, April 2-6, 2012. We take a county approved Charter Bus to camp Teacher Chaperones – Mrs. Brendle/??? Space Camp Basics

  4. U.S. Space & Rocket Center Offers an: • Extensive Collection of Space Artifacts • Hands-On Exhibits • Simulators • Gift Shop • IMAX® and 3D Digital Theater • Davidson Center for Space Exploration

  5. Where do we stay? • Housing • All campers sleep on premises in dorm style facilities. • Male and female rooms on separate floors. • All facilities are climate controlled and the cost is included in the program. • A resident counselor and a security guard are on duty all night long. • Individual showers.

  6. Security & Sickbay • Security • Security staff available at all times • Fenced & Gated facility • Sick Bay • Staffed by Registered Nurses on duty 24 hours a day • In the event of a major medical emergency we are located minutes from a major hospital.

  7. What about meals? • Meals at space camp are included in the cost of the trip. • What types of food are offered? • Space Camp offers a wide range of foods. Meals are cafeteria style and include vegetables, fruits, proteins, and dessert. • Can you accommodate special dietary needs? • Yes, but camp must be aware of any special dietary needs prior to our arrival. • What about meals to and from camp? • Students will need to purchase meals on the way to and from camp.

  8. Can I be with my friend? • Can I make a teammate request? • Yes, please let us know when you register. Requests must be mutual, so please make sure the friend requests your child as well. Teammates must pick each other or they can not be honored. We strive to honor all requests but they are not guaranteed.

  9. Cell Phones & Electronics • Can my child bring a cell phone? • Space Camp ask that parents NOT pack cell phones and other electronic devices. Cell phones that are visible and used during camp activities or times other than appropriate call times (wake up / lights out) may be confiscated by space camp. Anyone bringing a cell phone must understand this policy and keep cell phones locked in their rooms during other activities.

  10. Payment Schedule: Predicted cost $700 • All – by October 31st • 3 payments ($234) – October, December, February • Monthly -- $117 (October through March) • Adopt a student/ Donate extra • All payments due by March 1st

  11. Which program to choose? • Space Academy • Academy/Robotics (min 12 participants) • Aviation Challenge – Mach II (min 12 participants)

  12. Space Academy - Discovery

  13. Academy Mission – Space Station

  14. Space Academy Mission Control

  15. Aviation Challenge

  16. AC – Flight Simulator

  17. AC – Escape & Evasion

  18. Fundraising & Scholarships • Individual Fundraiser • Group Fundraiser – Ideas? Volunteers to organize? • Scholarships – Who can help with corporate sponsors/scholarships?

  19. Individual Fundraising • Fruit Sales, possibly, information will follow • Work for people you know • Ask your parent to post it as an event on Facebook • Send a request letter out to friends and family members

  20. Can I participate and not be in the Science or Environmental Club? Questions??

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