Transcript Camp Tecumseh - HSJH Fieldtrips

Camp Tecumseh
Camp Tecumseh
Located near Brookston, Indiana…not far from Purdue
country.
Fulfill 7th grade curriculum
Experience outdoor education
Alternative learning
environment
Hands-on learning
Leadership & mentorship for
high school counselors
Provide academic role models
Camp Tecumseh
Most of the learning is
application based.
Almost all lessons are
hands-on and involve
interacting with the
varied Tecumseh
biomes.
Language Arts
Mathematics
Science
Social Studies
Physical Education
These activities correspond with the
Indiana State Standards for 7th grade and
will be included in student grades.
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Tecumseh
The Black Hole
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Canoeing
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Mt.
Wood
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Square Dancing
Olympics
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Teacher
and
Counselor
Skits
Camp Dates: SESSION 1
Oct. 7 – 9 (Mon – Wed)
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Mr. Sturges’ classes
(periods 1-4)
Mr. McCord’s classes
(ALL periods)
ALL 7th graders that have BROWN,
HIATT/HENDERSON, or KRIGER
Camp Dates: SESSION 2
Oct. 9 – 11 (Wed – Fri)
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Mr. Sturges’ classes
(periods 5 - 7)
Mrs. Ingles classes
(ALL periods)
ALL 7th graders that have Miss McKee
Accommodations
(We’ll send you a packing list
closer to camp time)
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Students sleep in cabins. There
is at least one adult in each cabin,
and likely high school counselors.
Bunk beds and mattresses are
provided – you need your own
bedroll and pillow
Flush toilets and warm showers –
bring your own soap and towels
WE NEED CABIN PARENTS!
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Need one adult in each cabin
Need at least 80 parents
• Session I: we need 20 moms and 20
dads
• Session II: We need 20 moms and
20 dads
• No parent volunteers = no adult in
cabin at night! (we don’t have
enough teachers to cover them and
we need your help!)
• See Mr. Libey to volunteer! 
Meals
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All meals are served family style (big
serving bowls with food for 8)
Take only what you will eat – our goal
is zero food waste
Students, as well as adults, help set
and clean tables
What to Pack
(you will be getting a list in the future)
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A sack lunch for your first day at camp
Be prepared for ANY weather, this is Indiana! Dress in
layers
Bring 2 pairs of comfortable shoes than can get dirty – we
play in the creek! No open toes, sandals, or flip flops.
(Flip flops can be worn in the showers.)
Bring OLD clothes – we sit on the ground, muddy or not!
(4 days worth)
Underclothing for 3 days (plus extras, please )
Sweatshirt or jacket and long pants in case it is cold.
Rain gear (raincoat/poncho)
Hat for rain, sun, or cold
Toiletries (toothbrush, toothpaste, soap, shampoo)
Towel and washcloth – warm showers are available
Bed roll or sleeping bag and pillow
Optional Items
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Flashlight
Insect repellent
Camera
Money for Trading Post
Change for soft drinks during recreation
time.
What NOT to Pack
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Electronic equipment (cell phone, radio, mp3
player, mini TV, PSP, IPOD/IPAD and similar
items). These will be confiscated in accordance
with school rules.
Shaving cream or similar items – there will be no
cabin raids
Curling Irons – no time in the morning, few outlets
(Hair dryers are allowed if they are ESSENTIAL)
Soft drinks and snack foods – you don’t want a
critter curled up in your bed with you
Knives – even though this is a “camping”
experience, ALL school rules apply
Cost and Permission Slips
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$122.00 (checks or money order only)
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Made out to HSJH
Include student name (first and last)
in memo section
• PLEASE, PLEASE PAY TODAY if
you have not already done so!
• (if absolutely not possible send in
payment to front office A.S.A.P.!)
Other Cost Information
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For severe funding issues, contact Mr.
Brown ([email protected])
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No $$ is necessary at camp, however if
students would like to purchase Camp
Tecumseh merchandise they may bring
extra money (we suggest $25 for bottled
drinks and/or a souvenir IF YOU WANT)
Departure Day
(You will get this info again
at a later date)
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Students must be at
school by 8:15 am
Parent rides
recommended, due to
the amount of gear
(limit: 1 bag, 1
bedroll)
Luggage should be
rainproof & labeled
with the student’s
name and placed by
the student’s bus
number
•Students should keep a
copy of their bus, cabin,
table, and trail group
information WITH THEM
at all times!
•Students must pack a
lunch for the 1st day only.
Disposable containers
preferred.
Arrival Day
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Buses arrive back at Cyntheanne Park for pick up
between 2:00 – 2:15 pm
Students may leave school as soon as buses arrive
Please do NOT park along curb – buses will unload
at that location
Students will not be allowed to use phones, please
plan to pick up your student at the Cyntheanne
Park.
Students can ride the bus home, if necessary, but
rides are recommended due to luggage.
Teachers and Staff
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Co-Directors Eric Brown, Amanda
Kriger, & Jeff Libey will be at camp
each day
Additional teachers will be at camp
to help supervise activities
Tecumseh staff members will help
direct camp activities
Camp Tecumseh
Wonderful
and
Essential
Cabin
Parents
Cabin Parent Stuff
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WE NEED CABIN PARENTS!
Background check must be on file
Encouraged, but not required, to supervise
on bus ride
Sleep in cabins with students for supervision
Assist with some evening activities
The parent fee is $70.00 (or $35 per night)
Attend parent meeting on Thursday Oct. 3rd
at 8:00 PM
Nurse at Camp
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There will be a school nurse attending camp
each day dispensing all meds (except first
lunch).
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First day lunch dosage must go in sack lunch.
Kids eat their OWN SACK LUNCH at camp
(please don’t forget to pack your child a
lunch)!
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The nurse will be training HS counselors in
specific students needs, as well as universal
precautions.
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For dietary concerns, please contact camp
cafeteria manager directly @ 765-564-2898
MEDICATIONS
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If your child needs ANY medication at camp other than
Ibuprofen, Tylenol, Tums and Sudafed you will need to
come to the clinic on Sept. 26th between the hours of
3-6pm. At that time, please do the following:
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Bring all meds in original RX. bottle with only the number
of pills needed while at camp to the nurse ON SEPT. 26th.
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Bring the completed form. Form and meds must match!
Please see the nurse for the handout if you don’t have one.
It is VERY important to provide the nurse with camp RX
meds ON SEPT. 26th!
NURSE ROSE CONTACT INFO: [email protected] or
317-594-4120
Cabin parents may give meds only to their own child.
THANKS FOR COMING!
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Contact Mr. Brown with questions about
payment: [email protected]
Contact Mr. Libey to parent volunteer:
[email protected]
Contact Mrs. Kriger with questions about
camp: [email protected]
Camp will be one of those wonderful childhood
memories your student will NEVER forget! 