1. Los Angeles County Outdoor Science School
L.A. County Outdoor Science School - Wrightwood Attn: Kathleen Mitchell, Site Director P.O. Box 1561 Wrightwood, CA (760)
Tuesday, Nov.14 ~ Friday, Nov. 17

2. What is Outdoor Science School?
Week long learning experience with an emphasis on outdoor science in a natural environment
Focus on the study of ecosystems and human interactions with the environment
Unique opportunity to learn about human interrelationships

3. Group Responsibilities
Living together in groups of about ten,
students:
Keep cabin neat and clean
Set and clear tables for dining
Work cooperatively to accomplish the tasks of daily living
Learn independence and self-reliance

4. Staff & Safety Trained, certificated educators Degrees in Science
Experience teaching children in the outdoors
Trained in safety, first aid, and emergency response
Students are supervised at all times
Meals are nutritious and “kid friendly”
Activities are safe
Adequate rest periods are provided

5. Return to Point Vicente Elementary School
When?
Tuesday, Nov. 14th
Arrive at School 7:30 AM
Depart Point Vicente
Elementary School 8:00AM
Friday, Nov. 17
Return to Point Vicente Elementary School
1-2 pm (?)

6. Visiting & Restrictions
Visits to Outdoor Science School during the time students are there are not permitted!
Students do not have access to telephones
Cells phones are prohibited!

7. How to Send a Letter to Your Child
Your Child’s Name/School
LACOSS – Wrightwood P.O. Box Wrightwood, CA
Best to send letters to the office for teachers to take with them on the bus (write one letter a night). If mailing, mail the day before your child leaves for camp so they will receive it in time

8. Health Information
Fill in information as thoroughly as possible (Please, no blanks)
Indicate special dietary needs and food allergies
Make us aware of health issues we may not normally encounter at school

9. Illness and Other Emergencies
If a child becomes ill at OSS, or if there is any type of emergency, you will be contacted immediately
Fevers of 101 require that a student be sent home
It is important that all health forms be filled out accurately and thoroughly-No Blanks
Students sent home for illness or other reason will be required to be picked up by the parent

10. Medications
Prescription medications will be administered to students with physician forms only!
Medications and paperwork must be received at the school prior to the departure
Checking YES to item #3 on the Medical information form will allow teachers to treat your child for minor ailments such as headaches, sore throat, or upset stomach with non-prescription medication.

11. Packing
Students should pack their own bags – your child will have to repack on their own!
One duffel bag or suitcase per child
Mark clothing with name is a good idea
Children are outside and often on the ground – please send clothes that can get dirty

12. What to Bring? Reusable Water Bottle
Sleeping Bag or bedroll(sheets and blankets)
Warm coat or jacket
2 pairs of sturdy shoes 1 pair boots(older, more "broken-in"=less blisters) 1 pair sneakers(bring 2 if your student doesn't have boots)
4 – 6 pairs of socks(at least 2 heavy, if possible)
2 pairs long pants
3 shirts(at least one long-sleeved)
1 warm sweater or sweatshirt
4 changes of underwear
1 set of bedclothes(pajamas, sweats, short & t shirt, etc.)
Bath towel and washcloth
Toiletries
Letter writing materials(stationary or postcards and stamps)
Sunglasses and sunscreen
Pencils

13. What to Bring? If the weather is cold: Hat, gloves scarf
Warm, water-resistant boots
6 pairs of socks
Long underwear or thermals
3 pair pants
3 shirts and sweaters
If the weather is hot:
Brimmed hat or cap
Optional Items:
Flashlight
Daypack
Camera and Film
Pillow

14. Discipline Negative consequences
Point system
Teachers are involved and enforce consequences
Students may be sent home for disruptive, dangerous, or blatant disregard for the school rules
LACOSS has established a discipline summary and contract
Strictly enforced
Necessary for everyone’s safety and to optimize the time at the school
Positive reinforcement

15. Cabin Leaders Need moms and dads Four day/three night commitment
Love kids and nature
Fit for outdoor activity
Sense of humor and flexible
Incredibly rewarding experience

16. Daily Schedule 7:00 am – Wake up 7:50 am – Breakfast
9:15 am – Group Meeting; Trail Group hike, Lessons, Lunch on the Trail
4:00 pm – Group Meeting / Cabin Time
5:20 pm – Dinner
6:00 pm – Cabin Time / FOB
7:00 pm – Evening Program
8:45 pm – Bed Prep
9:30 pm – Lights Out

17. Questions? www.outdoorscienceschool.org/wrightwood
See this presentation and all documents on Edlio.
Sample menus and additional information can be found on the Outdoor Science School website above.