why are total camp spots and age groups limited this year?
In order to keep our entire community safe, we have decided that we will have no more than 70 campers on campus with 12 staff. We look forward to going back to our full program once the COVID-19 virus is under control.
We understand that our decision to not offer our Cubs program again this summer is difficult to hear. Our youngest campers do sometimes require more assistance with activities (bathroom use, sunscreen, rest time, etc.) that would not allow our staff to maintain recommended social distancing.
We understand that our decision to not offer our Cubs program again this summer is difficult to hear. Our youngest campers do sometimes require more assistance with activities (bathroom use, sunscreen, rest time, etc.) that would not allow our staff to maintain recommended social distancing.
why isn't am or pm extended day being offered?
In order to maximize social distancing by limiting our time together, and give our team time to clean campus at the end of each day, we will not be offering either AM or PM extended care this summer.
WHAT WILL THE SCREENING QUESTIONS BE UPON ARRIVAL TO CAMP EACH DAY?
Upon arrival to camp, a counselor will meet you at your car each day and ask you if you screened your child/ren for COVID-19 symptoms. Please remain in your car with you child until you have been approached by a SummerWorks staff member.
WILL SIBLINGS BE PLACED IN THE SAME GROUP?
This summer we will be grouping students by rising grade level. Siblings will be kept in separate groups unless they are going into the same grade. Please email us if you have any specific den grouping requests.
How many campers will be on campus each week?
As of this moment we are planning on having 70 max campers on campus which will be split into groups of no more than 14 campers with two camp staff. Groups will be paired by rising grade level. These smaller groups will each have their own space on campus and will act as independent "pods" which will remain physically separate from all other pods. These numbers could change based on the CDC guidelines.
How many campers of each grade are you accepting?
We will only enroll up to 56: 1st-5th grade campers. We will register families of rising 1st-5th graders based on how early they register and not which grade they are in. There will be 12 spots available each week for our rising 6th-8th grade MS program.
WHAT IF A CAMPER STARTS TO SHOW SYMPTOMS DURING THE CAMP DAY?
Any campers showing signs or symptoms of illness will be immediately separated from their camp group. Parents will be called and asked to pick their child up as soon as possible. The child will be kept outdoors away from others until they are picked up. Campers must present a negative COVID-19 test, and be fever free for 24 hours, and have other symptoms improve before returning to camp. Please do not send your child to camp if they are showing any symptoms of illness.
How will you communicate changes?
Our first priority is to communicate to those families who are currently registered for the summer of 2021. We will email registered families and keep our website up to date as decisions are made.
will campers be going off campus at all?
We did not leave campus at all the summer of 2020. This summer we have decided to resume weekly field trips for all age groups! Field trips will be announced as summer approaches.
do i need to provide my own snacks and lunch for my camper?
Yes! Please send your child with a healthy packed lunch each day of camp. We will provide campers with one pre-packaged snack per day. Please let us know if your child has any food allergies or dietary restrictions upon registration.
will a mask be provided for my camper by summerworks, or do i need to provide one for them?
Well-fitting masks that properly cover the wearer's nose and mouth will be required for all staff and campers at all times. Mask breaks will only be permitted outdoors. Lunch and snacks will be eaten outdoors at least 6' away from one another. Families will be required to supply their own masks for children. Families who arrive to campus without a mask for their camper will be asked to turn back to pick one up. We will stock spare masks in case of a lost or damaged mask.
How far in advance will be given if summerworks needs to close?
In the event that SummerWorks has to close for any reason, we will give you as much advance notice to all registered families as we possibly can.
what are you doing to prevent someone from bringing covid-19 to camp?
We are asking all families to screen their children daily to ensure that all campers are not showing symptoms. Our staff will visually screen each child for symptoms upon arrival. Families may be contacted to pick up their children if a child starts showing symptoms during the camp day.
What are your plans to clean and sanitize camp?
All spaces and program supplies will be regularly cleaned and sanitized before and after their use. Camp staff will ensure that children wash or sanitize their hands before and after the use of shared supplies.
who is guiding your camp health and safety plans?
We will follow all health and safety guidelines set forth by Rowland Hall, the CDC and the American Camp Association, with whom we are accredited.
what arrival screening and health response procedures are you putting into place this summer to promote camper safety?
We are still in the process of establishing our health and safety procedures for on campus programming. We will follow the guidelines of the CDC and the American Camp Association, with our highest priority being the health and safety of all campers and staff. We plan to take the following steps to ensure a clean and safe environment for all.
- There will be health screening questions asked of all staff and campers prior to the start of camp.
- We will do our best to clean and sanitize surfaces that people regularly come in contact with prior to and after contact is made.
- We will have smaller group sizes and follow all social distancing guidelines.
- We will help prevent the transmission of any communicable disease by using suggested PPE and regular hand washing.
- In the event of a confirmed case within our community, we will strongly consider temporary closure of our campus.
my camper has a compromised immune system, can they still come to camp?
We strongly suggest that you reconsider sending your child to our program if they have a compromised immune system. Please follow the recommendations of your child's physician.
do you have a full time nurse at camp?
We will only have a registered nurse on campus for a portion of the summer, however all staff are First Aid/CPR certified. We will have registered nurses on call in the case that we need their recommendations.
if someone in my household has been exposed or tests positive for covid-19, do i need to notify summerworks?
Please notify the SummerWorks team immediately if anyone who has been in contact with a member of our SummerWorks community (camper or staff) has been tested positive or exposed for COVID-19 or any other communicable disease. This will help us ensure that we can take the necessary precautions.
What Ppe will the staff be using in order to protect themselves?
All of our staff and campers will be required to wear properly fitted face masks that cover their mouth and nose at all times. Regular hand washing will continue to be a part of our daily routine.
does the first time camper, sibling, or bulk discount still apply?
In order to move forward with an on-campus program, we will not be able to offer any type of discount this summer.
WHAT IS THE SUMMERWORKS CANCELLATION AND REFUND POLICY?
In order to receive a full refund, you must cancel or change your camper's registration by contacting us at least seven days before your first day of camp. You can receive a 50% refund if you cancel by 5pm on the Friday prior to your upcoming week of camp. Refunds will not be issued after 5pm on the Friday prior to the cancelled week; nor for camp days missed due to illness or other reasons. Please note that if you pay with credit card, your surcharge fee will not be refunded.
what is the refund policy in the event that summerworks needs to cancel any further sessions?
In the event that we have to cancel any planned weeks of SummerWorks, all families will receive a full refund minus any credit card transaction fees.
if summerworks isn't cancelled but i longer feel safe sending my child, will i get a refund?
Due to our limited space, please inform us ASAP if you choose to no longer send your child. Your spot will be given to a waitlisted family. You will receive a full refund if you cancel 1 week in advance. Please see our SummerWorks refund policy.
WHAT WILL AN AVERAGE DAY OF CAMP LOOK LIKE WITH THESE RESTRICTIONS?
At this point we are still working on creating the programming for these weeks of camp. We are working hard to come up with games and activities that can be done while maintaining social distancing and safety guidelines. Some activities we definitely plan for are:
- Arts & Crafts
- Dance & Music
- Outdoor & Gardening Education
- Games & Sports
- Hikes within walking distance from the RH campus.
- Weekly field trips to outdoor locations only
