2. Early Morning on Possum Kingdom Lake

3. What is Camp Grady Spruce? Camp Grady Spruce is a yearly trip made by Northwest ISD 5 th graders to an Outdoor Education Learning Center where children learn through hands on experiences and are engaged and inquisitive about their surroundings.

4. Camp Goal Our camp goal is to help students understand and experience the relationship between themselves and their environment, strengthen social relationships, and enhance their real-world experiences!!

5. But…What Is it? It is “School in the Woods” Students learn various concepts that encompass all of the major academic areas including Science, Mathematics, Language Arts, and Social Studies throughout both daytime and evening activities.

6. Camp Counselors

7.  October 26-28, 2011  Depart approx. 8:00 AM, Wed., Oct. 26  Arrive back at Peterson on Friday in time for the 3:00 p.m. pickup time  A Sack Lunch is required on Oct. 26  Students must arrive/depart by car only!

8. Chaperones  Chaperones manage the cabin. They also eat meals in the dining hall, participate in all activities and sleep in the cabins with the students.  Chaperone applications must be turned in no later than May 31.  All chaperone decisions are made at the discretion of NISD staff members.  Chaperones must have an approved background check and go through training.  Chaperones must follow all district rules and guidelines or they will be asked to leave camp.

9. Write to your camper! Letters by mail should be submitted no later than Oct. 24 in order to arrive at camp by the necessary date. A box for camp letters will also be provided in the gymnasium the day of departure. Teachers will hand out letters to the students as requested. No candy or snacks are allowed to be sent due to allergies and food restrictions in cabins. Child’s Name O.A. Peterson Elementary YMCA Camp Grady Spruce 3000 Park Road 36 Graford, Texas 76449

10. More Camp Information  All meals are provided, except the sack lunch on Oct. 26 th. Send a completely disposable lunch with your child the day we leave.  Cabins have bunk beds. Each child has a separate place to sleep, bathe and use the restroom.  Teachers and chaperones participate in all activities.

11. Camp Activities These activities are just some of the fun things your children will experience: –Daytime activities Hike up Johnson’s Peak Explore Devil’s Island Canoeing / Lake Study Compass / Orienteering / Archery –Nighttime activities Star Lab / Night Hike Hayride / Campfire stories / S’mores

12. What to Bring to Camp 3T-shirts 2Long sleeve shirts, sweatshirts, or sweaters 3 Jeans, sweats, or long pants 2Shorts 6 Pairs of socks 6Undergarments 2 Pairs of shoes for walking and comfort (one pair that can get wet) 1Towel and washcloth Raincoat or Poncho Personal toiletries (i.e. soap, shampoo, deodorant, foot spray, etc.) Sleeping bag or one set of twin size sheets and blanket

13. What to Bring to Camp Pillow and pillowcase Flashlight with fresh batteries Insect repellant Lightweight raincoat or poncho Refillable water bottle (approx. 16 oz.) Paper and pencil Sunglasses (inexpensive pair) Sunscreen Cap/hat Day pack or light back pack Flip flops for shower use only Book for reading Disposable camera, if desired

14. What NOT to Bring to Camp Jewelry Radios/tape players/CD players Curling iron Hair dryer Electronic games (i.e. Game Boys, etc.) Food or snacks (all food and snacks will be provided) Knives or other sharp items Other expensive items (i.e. cameras, cell phones, beepers, etc.)

15. What does it cost? $160.00 / student for three days and two nights. This includes all room, board, and activities $125.00 / chaperone **** We are always looking for positive role models to serve as chaperones for the students!!! See Mr. Little for further info.

16. Important Reminder Students must have all documents filled out and returned to Peterson no later than September 30 (YMCA Release form, Permission Slip, Activity Permission form, Student Conduct, etc). Medical release forms must be filled out as well notating all relevant medical information. All fees must be paid in advance of the trip - September 30. Payment is accepted during the last month of the 2010-2011 school year as well.

17. Forms of Payment Cash or money order is the method of payment for all camp costs.

18. Camp Forms Information and Medication Packets are provided tonight or at “Meet the Teacher” night. All forms are due by Wednesday, Sept. 30 th. All medications need to be turned in to the nurse by Tuesday, October 25 th. Teachers cannot accept medication.

19. Medications Students are not allowed to transport prescription medicines so you must bring them to the nurse. You can turn in your medication forms to her when you bring them. When you pick up your student on Friday, you must collect the medication from the nurse. It will not be given to the student to take home.

20. Food Allergies, etc. If your child has food allergies, please let your child’s teacher know. If your child is not allowed to eat certain foods due to religious or other reasons, please let us know and we will contact the camp coordinator. Every meal will include a salad bar or a cold cereal bar in case your child does not like the main meal.

21. Medication Rules Medication form must be filled out and signed by parent for each medication. All medication must be provided by parent Please bring medication to school prior to the morning we leave.

22. Over the Counter Medications Medication purchased without a prescription. It must be in the original container. It must have age appropriate dosage on the bottle (ex. Motrin Jr., Children’s Benadryl, etc.)

23. Prescription Medication Medication must be in the original container. Must have the pharmacy label intact with: CHILDS NAME, NAME OF MEDICATION, DOSAGE, PHYSICIANS NAME. Only send enough medication for 3 days. On the day we leave give your child their AM dose. Only noon and evening doses will be given that day. A nurse will be available throughout the whole time at camp.

24. Inhalers and Epi-Pens Students will not be permitted to carry any type of medication with the exception of self-administered asthma inhalers or epi- pens. There must be a doctor’s order stating the child can self administer these medications.

25. Medication Do-Nots DO NOT — SEND ADULT DOSE MEDICATION. DO NOT — SEND PILLS FREE IN A BAGGIE. DO NOT — SEND MEDS WITHOUT A MEDICATION FORM SIGNED BY PARENT. DO NOT — SEND A 30 DAY SUPPLY OF PRESCRIPTION MED. (ONLY 3 DAYS)

26. Wednesday Morning Students are not allowed to ride the bus with all of their bags and bedding so they must be brought to school on Wednesday and you must pick them up on Friday. Please drop the kids off in the car line on Wednesday morning (we will have extra help to get the kids’ things out of the car). We will board the bus at 8:00 so please bring your child to school at the regular time (between 7:00 and 7:20 if possible). This way we are not interfering with the buses that morning. The students will make their name tags, meet their chaperones, and do a final checklist before they leave.

27. Wednesday Morning Cont’d. The students will be given three name tags: One for their bag, one for their bedding (please put it in a heavy duty plastic bag so it doesn’t get dirty in the storage compartment under the bus) and one for their backpack. If your child is bringing more than those three items, please make sure the item is clearly marked with their first and last name. Be sure to send a sack lunch with your child. We will meet in the gymnasium.

28. Friday Afternoon Students are not allowed to ride the bus with all of their bags and bedding so they must be picked up on Friday. Please pick the kids up in the back of the building on Friday after the buses leave (around 3:00). Do not park in the bus lane before school gets out. Don’t forget to pick up your child’s medicines from the nurse.

29. Attendance Guidelines Attendance guidelines are the same for camp as they are for school. If your child has a fever, vomiting, diarrhea, etc. they will have to be picked up by a parent from camp. Student Safety and Health are the #1 priority

30. Questions About Camp

31. Questions? Q & A Contact Mr. Little for additional information: –817-698-5024 –rlittle@nisdtx.org

32. Fundraising Opportunity Papa Murphy pizza card fundraising opportunity.