Grade 3 Camp 2017 YMCA Camp Wyuna 23rd to the 25th of October H22. H23 and H31 25th – 27th October H30, H32 and H33 Introduction of staff: Jane

Purpose and Expectations Develop independence Outdoor experiences Foster existing friendships Develop skills for initiating and building new friendships Interpersonal skills Safe risk taking with the support of friends and staff A willingness to take part with enthusiasm Jane

Supervision School Staff (including a First Aid Officer) All grade Three teaching staff will attend including a person from leadership Fully trained YMCA Staff Jane

Sample Program Meggan

Activity Rotations Nature’s Pizza Oven Phototrail Beach Survivor Challenge Marine and Freshwater Discovery Centre (defences and disguises) Sand Sculptures Beach Olympics Tour of the historic fort Teacher-led night activities On-site free time (basketball, volleyball, Ga-ga Pit, soccer etc…) Activities are subject to weather conditions Meggan

What to Bring Suggested packing list will be sent home Majority of the time is OUTDOORS– hats, sunscreen, insect repellent, appropriate clothing for weather and purpose Morning Tea and Lunch for the first day A willingness to explore and a positive attitude! Meggan

What NOT to bring Electronics including Nintendo DS, mobile phones, iPads or iPods. Cameras Make up Any form of food (including lollies, chips, chocolates etc.) Angela

Food All dietary requirements will be catered for. Please specify any requirements clearly on the medical form. The kitchen is a nut free environment, although traces of nuts may be present. Students are required to participate in duty groups before and after each meal. Groups are assisted by kitchen and school staff. Angela

Sleeping Arrangements Jess- talk about how the boys and girls will be sleeping separately Each room holds 4 students with 2 rooms sharing a bathroom. Accommodation will be allocated taking into consideration student preferences Bunk beds: Australian Standards for bunk beds includes the guidelines that sleep walkers and bed wetters must not use top bunks.

Communication If there is a need for any parent to be called, we will immediately call the school who will in turn call any relevant parents or nominated emergency contacts Any parents who need to contact the camp should call the school, who will call staff at the camp. Staff will carry mobile phones at all times Students will not require mobile phones. If these are taken to camp they will be held onto by staff until students return to school To ensure all students have the greatest opportunity to participate effectively in the program the Student Code of Conduct (available on the school's website) will apply at all times. Any child not complying with the Code of Conduct will be returned to school and the cost of the camp forfeited. Jess

Wet Weather YMCA staff along with KCPS staff will decide to cease outdoor activities depending on the extent of the weather conditions. In the case of lightning, all outdoor activities will cease immediately. YMCA has indoor activity rooms available All water-based activities are weather dependant and may need to be cancelled if conditions are not deemed suitable. Back up activities on the campsite will be provided as an alternative program. Leah

Any Issues? Just let us know! This way we are prepared and can deal with any issues in a discreet manner. Leah

Payment The camp will cost approximately $270. We will be sending out confirmed payment details and medical forms for those that have given back their interest form. Payments to be made through Compass and payment plans are available. No refunds will be offered if your child is sent home from camp due to misconduct or activities are missed due to wet weather. If you have any concerns about payments please let your child's classroom teacher, Natalie or Lindy in the office know. Camp is a great opportunity which we encourage all children to participate in. Sarah- Please mention that the price is an approximation not an exact price and this will change according to how many students take part.