Ultimate Guide to Summer

Silicon STEM Academy Established: 2015 (303) 800-0011 siliconstemacademy.com

WHAT IS THE CAMP’S MISSION AND PHILOSOPHY? We offer real-world STEM skills to kids to prepare them for bright futures. We recognize that kids are ready for more tech at an earlier age. WHAT SAFETY MEASURES ARE IN PLACE? We thoroughly screen and background- check our Camp counselors to ensure the safety of our campers. Plus, we train them in best practices, such as ‘rule of 3’ HOW ARE STAFF MEMBERS SCREENED AND TRAINED? We background-check & check references for our camp staff, plus we train them in health & safety best practices. All Camp Directors have CPR/ First Aid Certification. IS THERE A DAILY SCHEDULE, AND CAN YOU PROVIDE AN EXAMPLE? Camps are weeklong half-days: 9-12 & 1-4. We offer a 20-30 minute outdoor snack & exercise break mid-way through AM & PM sessions and all-day campers stay for lunch: 12-1. and health/safety measures. WHAT IS THE CAMPER-TO- COUNSELOR RATIO? 8-1

ARE THERE OPPORTUNITIES FOR FREE PLAY OR DOWNTIME? We take a mid-camp break each morning and afternoon during the camp day to provide snacks and outdoor play time. HOW DOES THE CAMP HANDLE HEALTH ISSUES AND ALLERGIES? We ask parents to provide details on health conditions and send epi-pens or rescue inhalers as needed. Our staff are first-aid trained if issues should arise. ARE THERE OPPORTUNITIES FOR PARENTS TO VISIT OR PARTICIPATE IN CAMP ACTIVITIES? We invite all parents to attend a Friday Showcase to meet our staff and see what their students have accomplished during their camp week with us.

Steve & Kate’s Camp Established: 1980 (415) 389-5437 steveandkatescamp.com

WHAT IS THE CAMP’S MISSION AND PHILOSOPHY? When you trust kids, they trust themselves. Since 1980 Steve & Kate’s Camp has trusted kids to choose their own activities and plan their own days in real-time. WHAT SAFETY MEASURES ARE IN PLACE? We hire qualified staff who can provide the care and safety your child deserves. Our staff members are First Aid and CPR certified, Background checked, and participate in training. HOW ARE STAFF MEMBERS SCREENED AND TRAINED? They are given a national background check and go through program specific training for Steve & Kate’s

ARE THERE OPPORTUNITIES FOR FREE PLAY OR DOWNTIME? Yes HOW DOES THE CAMP HANDLE HEALTH ISSUES AND ALLERGIES? We take food allergies and health concerns very seriously. During camp registration, you will be asked to provide detailed information about food allergies or health concerns your camper may have. ARE THERE OPPORTUNITIES FOR PARENTS TO VISIT OR PARTICIPATE IN CAMP ACTIVITIES? No, since all staff are background checked- we do not allow those without these on campus. Adults are able to take a counselor guided tour.

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