1. We’re going to Space Camp!

2. Tonight’s Agenda Space Camp Basics Which Program to choose?
Fundraising & Scholarships
Questions

3. Space Camp Basics Teacher Chaperones – Mrs. Brendle/???
We are going over Spring break, April 2-6, 2012.
We take a county approved Charter Bus to camp
Teacher Chaperones – Mrs. Brendle/???

4. U.S. Space & Rocket Center
Offers an:
Extensive Collection of Space Artifacts
Hands-On Exhibits
Simulators
Gift Shop
IMAX® and 3D Digital Theater
Davidson Center for Space Exploration

5. Where do we stay? Housing
All campers sleep on premises in dorm style facilities.
Male and female rooms on separate floors.
All facilities are climate controlled and the cost is included in the program.
A resident counselor and a security guard are on duty all night long.
Individual showers.

6. Security & Sickbay Security Sick Bay
Security staff available at all times
Fenced & Gated facility
Sick Bay
Staffed by Registered Nurses on duty 24 hours a day
In the event of a major medical emergency we are located minutes from a major hospital.

7. What about meals?
Meals at space camp are included in the cost of the trip.
What types of food are offered?
Space Camp offers a wide range of foods. Meals are cafeteria style and include vegetables, fruits, proteins, and dessert.
Can you accommodate special dietary needs?
Yes, but camp must be aware of any special dietary needs prior to our arrival.
What about meals to and from camp?
Students will need to purchase meals on the way to and from camp.

8. Can I be with my friend? Can I make a teammate request?
Yes, please let us know when you register. Requests must be mutual, so please make sure the friend requests your child as well. Teammates must pick each other or they can not be honored. We strive to honor all requests but they are not guaranteed.

9. Cell Phones & Electronics
Can my child bring a cell phone?
Space Camp ask that parents NOT pack cell phones and other electronic devices. Cell phones that are visible and used during camp activities or times other than appropriate call times (wake up / lights out) may be confiscated by space camp. Anyone bringing a cell phone must understand this policy and keep cell phones locked in their rooms during other activities.

10. Payment Schedule: Predicted cost $700
All – by October 31st
3 payments ($234) – October, December, February
Monthly -- $117 (October through March)
Adopt a student/ Donate extra
All payments due by March 1st

11. Which program to choose?
Space Academy
Academy/Robotics (min 12 participants)
Aviation Challenge – Mach II (min 12 participants)

12. Space Academy - Discovery

13. Academy Mission – Space Station

14. Space Academy Mission Control

15. Aviation Challenge

16. AC – Flight Simulator

17. AC – Escape & Evasion

18. Fundraising & Scholarships
Individual Fundraiser
Group Fundraiser – Ideas? Volunteers to organize?
Scholarships – Who can help with corporate sponsors/scholarships?

19. Individual Fundraising
Fruit Sales, possibly, information will follow
Work for people you know
Ask your parent to post it as an event on Facebook
Send a request letter out to friends and family members

20. Questions??
Can I participate and not be in the Science or Environmental Club?