Welcome to Summer Camp! Dear Bullis Summer Programs Families, Welcome to camp! We are excited for you to join us. At Bullis Summer Programs, our mission is to provide an enriching and engaging experience for every camper by focusing on three core values:
*Safety*
*Fun*
*Learning*
Safety: Safety is of course of utmost importance. We go to great lengths to ensure your children are well cared for and strive to make you and your camper feel comfortable and supported during camp. Fun: Every camp is designed with fun in mind, and encourages campers to confidently try new things, make new friends, and share in lots of joyful moments. Learning: We value learning of all kinds. Camp provides a unique opportunity for children to learn outside of a formal school setting. In addition to a deep exploration into the content of each camp, we aim for campers to experience learning in the form of self-discovery, personal growth, and social development. Overall, we hope your child’s time with us inspires memories that will last a lifetime. Prior to the start of camp, please review this guide for important information regarding our programs, policies and procedures, and updates, as well as the items your child should bring to camp. Wishing you the best summer yet! Warmly,
Danielle Mathers Director of Auxiliary Programs danielle_mathers@bullis.org
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Table of Contents Welcome to Summer Camp!
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Camp Administrators and Contact Information
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Important Dates to Remember
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Preparing for Camp
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Registration
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Payments, Cancellations, and Refunds
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Health Forms and Medication
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Emergency Information
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Weather
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Evacuation/ Fire Drills
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Drop Off and Pick Up Procedures
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Safety
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Arrival
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Pick Up/ Dashboard Signs
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Designated Drop Off/Pick Up Locations
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Late Arrival/ Early Pick Up
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Extended Day
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What to Bring to Camp
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General Guidelines for All Campers
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Absences and Illness
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Conduct
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Welcome Policy
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COVID-19 Procedures
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Lunch
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Camp Administrators and Contact Information Danielle Mathers, Director of Auxiliary Programs Kahlil Lam, Auxiliary Programs Manager Robert Acevedo, CIT & Athletics Camp Coordinator Briana Davis, Specialty Camp Coordinator Marcie Demers, Summer Programs Office Coordinator Lily Oldach, Extended Day Coordinator Monica Dayhoff, Camp Nurse Bulldog Day Camp: bulldogdaycamp@bullis.org Bulldog Day Camp Junior (Ages 3.5 -5): summer_programs@bullis.org Office Hours: Monday - Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Main Summer Office Phone Number: 301-983-5741 Email: summer_programs@bullis.org Nurse’s Office: 301-983-5744 | Extended Day Cell Phone Number: 301-467-7396
Important Dates to Remember January 8, 2024: Camp Registration Opens at 10:00 a.m. (EST)! January 8, 2024 - February 9, 2024: Early Bird Discount on select camps available May 15, 2024: Camp Payments due in full / Last day for refunds June 17, 2024: First day of camp! Week 1 begins June 19, 2024: BULLIS SUMMER CAMP CLOSED: Juneteenth June 24, 2024: Week 2 begins July 1, 2024: Week 3 begins July 4, 2024: BULLIS SUMMER CAMP CLOSED: Fourth of July July 8, 2024: Week 4 begins July 15, 2024: Week 5 begins July 22, 2024: Week 6 begins July 29, 2024: Week 7 begins August 5, 2024: Week 8 begins August 9, 2024: Last Day of Camp
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Preparing for Camp Registration ●
All required registration forms must be submitted to the camp office no later than one week prior to your child’s first day of camp. These forms can be found in the Forms and Documents section of your CampInTouch account.
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Campers must be registered and paid in full to attend camp. A complete application, including all required forms, must be submitted at least one week prior to the first day of camp.
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If a camper is waitlisted for a camp, you will NOT be charged the deposit until, and if, you are moved to enrolled status. However, it is required that you enter your credit card information to hold your spot on the waitlist.
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Pass Academy Tennis camps handle their own registration and are run separately from Bullis Summer Programs. Visit the Pass Academy website for their registration, refund, and cancellation policies.
Payments, Cancellations, and Refunds ●
If registering prior to May 15, a deposit of $100 per camp session is due at the time of registration and must be paid by credit card. The deposit is non-refundable.
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Full payment is due by May 15 for registrations made prior to May 15. Full payment is due at the time of registration for all registrations made after May 15.
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Tuition and fees will not be prorated for partial attendance.
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Bullis Summer Programs reserves the right to cancel camps. Should Bullis Summer Programs have to cancel any camps for Summer 2024 for any reason prior to the start of the program, Bullis Summer Programs will provide a full refund.
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Should a portion of a camp have to be canceled by Bullis Summer Programs for any reason after the start of the program, Bullis Summer Programs will provide a prorated refund.
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All payments become non-refundable after May 15. Forfeited fees from cancellations or differences in camp costs cannot be applied to future summer seasons.
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Bullis Summer Programs does not offer payment plans.
**Please review our full list of camp policies and procedures prior to the start of camp.**
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Health Forms and Medication ●
Completed camper health forms must be submitted to the Summer Programs Office at least one week prior to the start of the camp. All campers are required by Maryland law to have a completed health form on file. Health forms can be found in the Forms & Documents section of your CampinTouch account as well as on the Summer Programs website under the tab labeled “Already Registered.”
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Campers taking prescription and/or non-prescription medication while at camp must submit completed health forms to the Summer Programs Office at least one week prior to the start of camp.
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A Medication Authorization Form AND an Allergy, Asthma, and/or Seizure Action Plan(s) (if applicable) must be submitted to the camp office prior to any medication being dispensed or brought to camp. The form(s) must be completed and signed by a doctor and can be found in the “Forms & Documents” section of your CampinTouch account.
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All prescription medications must be brought to camp in the original pharmacy container labeled with the child’s name, dosage amount, and the time(s) to be given.
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Please place medications, a copy of the Medication Authorization Form, and a copy of the Allergy, Asthma, and/or Seizure Action Plan(s) (if applicable), in a plastic bag, clearly labeled with the camper’s name.
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Any camper who will be self-carrying and/or self-administering Epipens or inhalers must be cleared by the camp nurse, with signatures from both a parent/guardian and the camper’s physician to do so. No other medication is able to be self-carried.
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All medications should be given to camp instructors or the camp nurse on the first day of camp, unless the camper has been cleared to self-carry.
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Sunscreen: Staff are allowed to apply sunscreen to campers who need assistance. Make sure to sign the sunscreen waiver through your CampinTouch account. Please send your camper with their own spray sunscreen so they can re-apply during the day. We do not need a medication form for sunscreen. Sunscreen should also be applied at home each morning prior to coming to camp.
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Immunization records of campers who attend school outside of the United States must be on file in the Summer Programs Office prior to the start of camp.
Emergency Information Any closure or emergency information will be sent via email and posted on the Summer Programs website, Facebook, and Instagram. A text message will also be sent to any cell phone numbers provided during the registration process.
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Weather ●
Bullis Summer Programs will not cancel camps due to inclement weather unless it presents a safety hazard or a loss of power.
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In the event of thunderstorms, campers will be moved safely indoors until the threat of the storm passes.
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In the event of excessive heat, we make every effort to keep campers well-hydrated, in well-ventilated indoor areas, or in shaded outdoor areas. Instructors carefully monitor the amount of vigorous activity and observe campers for any signs of distress.
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Water jugs are provided for outdoor camps, and all camps have an indoor, air-conditioned space assigned to them to provide campers an opportunity to cool off at multiple times throughout the day.
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For safety reasons, if a thunderstorm occurs during pickup time, campers will not be released from indoor shelters until 30 minutes after the last sight of lightning/ the sound of thunder. During this time, you must park and enter the building to escort your camper to your car. Bullis staff will provide further instructions in these situations.
Evacuation/ Fire Drills Bullis Summer Programs is required to conduct periodic evacuation drills. All personnel and campers on the Bullis campus will be required to participate during one of these scheduled drills. The purpose of these organized drills is to ensure a safe and orderly environment on the Bullis School campus for all campers and staff. Each camp instructor and director is oriented to these procedures and is instructed to follow them during a scheduled evacuation drill or real event.
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Drop Off and Pick Up Procedures Please review the following arrival and dismissal procedures, as they will be strictly enforced to ensure all campers’ safety and security.
Safety ●
Campus is one-way at all times.
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We ask that you please drive with care when dropping off and picking up your campers. Please do not exceed 5 mph. Cell phone use is prohibited while on campus.
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All campers enter campus through the Falls Road (main gate) & exit through either Democracy Boulevard or Falls Road (stadium gate).
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It is imperative that you follow the flow of traffic; please do not get out of the car or attempt to go around another car as it is picking up its camper.
Arrival ●
Campers must be dropped off at their designated drop off location (please see chart below).
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When dropping off your camper, please arrive no earlier than 15 minutes before camp starts. When picking up your camper, please arrive no earlier than 15 minutes before camp ends. If you arrive prior to this 15-minute window, you will be asked to park in a designated parking spot or exit campus and return when camp ends.
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Please remain in your car at all times unless your camper is in Bulldog Day Camp Junior or Extended Day.
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For camps that go off campus (Bulldog Day Camp, Aviation Camp, Wilderness & Adventure, Camp), please be sure to drop your camper off 5-10 minutes before the advertised camp start time. It is imperative that campers are not late for these camps, as they could miss the bus, and the parent would have to drive to the camp’s location to meet up with the group.
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If you are running late and your camper will arrive later than 15 minutes after the start of camp, please contact our office.
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If you need to drop off your camper more than 15 minutes before the start of camp or pick up your camper more than 15 minutes after the end of camp, we will require you to enroll your camper in Extended Day. Those who do not pre-register will be charged the daily drop-in rate.
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Pick Up/ Dashboard Signs ●
Please print the Camper Car Display found on the Bullis Summer Programs website. You are required to print, complete, and prominently display this sign in your vehicle upon entering the carpool line for pickup. The sign can be displayed either on the passenger-side dash or the visor as it is flipped down. As you drive up to your pickup location, staff will direct your camper to your car. Thank you for your support in ensuring a safe, efficient carpool process by following this policy
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Authorized Grown Ups are instructed to pick campers up at their camps’ designated pick up areas at the end of the day. Authorized Grown Ups are NOT permitted to pick up their camper from their field or classroom. Please make sure all individuals who are eligible to pick up your children are listed as “Authorized Grown-Ups” in your CampinTouch account. Authorized Grown Ups can be added through the “Forms & Documents” section of your CampinTouch account. Additional or last-minute additions to your child’s Authorized Grown-Up list can also be emailed to summer_programs@bullis.org.
Designated Drop Off/Pick Up Locations NEW FOR 2024: All Camps ENTER at Falls Road - Main Gate A - and turn LEFT at the Fork. Exits at Stadium (Falls Rd) - Gate B
Exits at Democracy Blvd. - Gate C
The following camps EXIT through Gate B:
The following camps EXIT through Gate C:
Bulldog Day Camp Jr.
Bulldog Day Camp
Extended Day Boys Baseball Boys Basketball Boys Lacrosse Coed Flag Star Football Coed Soccer Coed Speed & Track Girls Lacrosse Girls Lacrosse Advanced Skills Girls Volleyball Pass Academy Tennis Preschool Creative Movement Camps ALL Specialty Camps Bullis Summer Programs: 2024 Parent Guide - v2
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Specific Program Camp Directions ALL SPECIALTY CAMPS Enter Main Gate “A” on Falls Rd. Turn left at the fork. Drive past Founders Hall and stop at the lawn in front of North Hall (it will be on your right side). Staff will direct you to pull down as far as you can to drop off your camper. They will then walk them to their camp instructor (camps will each have a sign with their title on it indicating where to line up). To exit, continue with one-way traffic to exit at Stadium Gate, Gate “B” on Falls Rd.
BULLDOG DAY CAMP Enter Main Gate “A” on Falls Rd. Turn left at the fork. Go past the first stop sign adjacent to North Hall and continue on to the second stop sign (at the corner across the street from the tennis courts). Make a right at that stop sign to drop off campers. Please wait till a staff member comes to your car before letting your camper exit. Staff will walk them to their group and counselors. To exit, continue with one-way traffic past the Blair Arts Center to the stop sign. Make a left and exit at Democracy Blvd, Gate “C.”
BULLDOG DAY CAMP JUNIOR Enter Main Gate “A” on Falls Rd. Turn left into the parking lot by the softball field immediately after entering to park. The location will be marked with a sign. Use the crosswalk to escort your camper across the street and head past the fountain straight ahead to the Marriott Family Library to sign in/ sign out your child with Bulldog Day Camp Jr. staff. To exit, leave the parking area and turn left to continue with one-way traffic to exit at Stadium Gate, Gate “B” on Falls Rd.
EXTENDED DAY: New Location for 2024 Enter Main Gate “A” on Falls Rd. Turn left into the parking lot by the softball field immediately after entering to park. Use the crosswalk to escort your camper across the street and head past the fountain. Stay to the right of the Marriott Family Library and go straight till you hit the crosswalk. Go directly across the street and enter the Blair Family Arts Center. It will be marked with an “Extended Day” sign. Enter the Blair Family Arts Center to sign in/ sign out your child with Extended Day staff. To exit, leave the parking area and turn left to continue with one-way traffic to exit at Stadium Gate, Gate “B” on Falls Rd.
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PRESCHOOL CREATIVE MOVEMENT Enter Main Gate “A” on Falls Rd. Turn left into the parking lot by the softball field immediately after entering to park. The location will be marked with a sign. Use the crosswalk to escort your camper across the street and head past the fountain straight ahead to the Marriott Family Library to sign in/ sign out your child with Preschool Creative Movement camp staff. To exit, leave the parking area and turn left to continue with one-way traffic to exit at Stadium Gate, Gate “B” on Falls Rd.
ATHLETICS Boys Baseball (8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.): Enter Main Gate “A” on Falls Rd. Turn left at the fork. Follow the road just past the Athletic Center to the baseball field on the right. The location will be marked by a drop off/ pick up sign and Baseball camp staff will be waiting to direct campers. To exit, continue with one-way traffic to exit at Stadium Gate, Gate “B” on Falls Rd. Boys Basketball (8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.): Enter Main Gate “A” on Falls Rd. Turn left at the fork. Follow the road to the Athletic Center. Location will be marked by a drop off/ pick up sign and Basketball camp staff will be waiting to direct campers. To exit, continue with one-way traffic to exit at Stadium Gate, Gate “B” on Falls Rd. Boys Lacrosse (8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.): Enter Main Gate “A” on Falls Rd. Turn left at the fork. Enter the Senior parking lot on the left (across from North Hall). Location will be marked by a drop off/ pick up sign and Lacrosse camp staff will be waiting to direct campers. To exit, continue with one-way traffic to exit at Stadium Gate, Gate “B” on Falls Rd. CoEd Flag Star Football (8:30 a.m.- 2:30 p.m.): Weeks of July 8, July 22, July 29, and August 5: Enter Main Gate “A” on Falls Rd. Turn left at the fork. Enter the Senior parking lot on the left (across from North Hall). Location will be marked by a drop off/ pick up sign and Flag Football camp staff will be waiting to direct campers. To exit, continue with one-way traffic to exit at Stadium Gate, Gate “B” on Falls Rd. Week of July 15: Enter Main Gate “A” on Falls Rd. Turn left at the fork. Follow the road past the Athletic Center to the football stadium on the left. Location will be marked by a drop off/ pick up sign and Flag Football camp staff will be waiting to direct campers. To exit, continue with one-way traffic to exit at Stadium Gate, Gate “B” on Falls Rd.
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CoEd Soccer (8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.): Weeks of June 17, June 24: Enter Main Gate “A” on Falls Rd. Turn left at the fork. Follow the road past the Athletic Center to the football stadium on the left. Location will be marked by a drop off/ pick up sign and Soccer camp staff will be waiting to direct campers. To exit, continue with one-way traffic to exit at Stadium Gate, Gate “B” on Falls Rd. Week of July 1: Enter Main Gate “A” on Falls Rd. Turn left at the fork. Enter the Senior parking lot on the left (across from North Hall). Location will be marked by a drop off/ pick up sign and Soccer camp staff will be waiting to direct campers. To exit, continue with one-way traffic to exit at Stadium Gate, Gate “B” on Falls Rd. CoEd Speed & Track (8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.): Enter Main Gate “A” on Falls Rd. Turn left at the fork. Follow the road past the Athletic Center to the football stadium on the left. Location will be marked by a drop off/ pick up sign and Speed & Track camp staff will be waiting to direct campers. To exit, continue with one-way traffic to exit at Stadium Gate, Gate “B” on Falls Rd. Girls Lacrosse (8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.): Enter Main Gate “A” on Falls Rd. Turn left at the fork. Enter the Senior parking lot on the left (across from North Hall). Location will be marked by a drop off/ pick up sign and Lacrosse camp staff will be waiting to direct campers. To exit, continue with one-way traffic to exit at Stadium Gate, Gate “B” on Falls Rd. Girls Lacrosse Advanced Skills (8:30 - 11:30 a.m., Monday- Tuesday and Thursday- Friday): Enter Main Gate “A” on Falls Rd. Turn left at the fork. Enter the Senior parking lot on the left (across from North Hall). Location will be marked by a drop off/ pick up sign and Lacrosse camp staff will be waiting to direct campers. To exit, continue with one-way traffic to exit at Stadium Gate, Gate “B” on Falls Rd. Pass Academy Tennis (8:45 a.m. - 2:45 p.m.): Enter Main Gate “A” on Falls Rd. Follow the road to the tennis bubble on the right and keep right to drive within the orange cones. Location will be marked by a drop off/ pick up sign and Tennis camp staff will be waiting to direct campers. To exit, continue with one-way traffic to exit at Stadium Gate, Gate “B” on Falls Rd.
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Late Arrival/ Early Pick Up If a camper must be dropped off late or picked up any time before the end of their camp day, the Authorized Grown Up must sign the camper in/ out from the Summer Programs office in Founders Hall (third floor). At this location, Bullis Summer Programs staff will require the Authorized Grown Up to do the following: ●
Provide proof of identity with a photo ID to the Bullis Summer Programs office staff member.
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Sign a form indicating the date/time of the release request.
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Either report to the designated pick up location of the camper or wait for the camper to be retrieved and brought to the camp office. This choice will be made at the discretion of the office staff at the time you arrive.
Authorized Grown Ups should request their camper’s early pick up in advance. If additional staff is available, the camper will be brought to the Summer Programs office at the specified time to wait for their Authorized Grown Up to arrive for the sign out procedure. This is not guaranteed. Authorized Grown Ups should be sure to arrive with ample time to complete the Early Pick Up Procedure. Any individual who is picking a camper up early must be on the camper’s Authorized Grown Up list on your CampinTouch Account. Parents/ Guardians may also email with written permission for a specific person to pick up the camper (including the date, time, name of the person who is to pick up the child, and phone number where a parent can be reached, if necessary).
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Extended Day Extended Day is located in the Blair Family Arts Center and is available in the morning (7:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.) and afternoon (2:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.) from June 17- August 9 (no camp Wednesday, June 19 or Thursday, July 4). Campers may register for the weekly rate at a discount or drop in on a daily basis at an increased rate (see BSP website for more details). Campers will be escorted to and from Extended Day and their camp. Extended Day is supervised, unstructured time that provides games, movies, craft activities, outdoor time (weather permitting), and an afternoon snack. When dropping off or picking up an Extended Day camper from Blair Arts Center, Authorized Grown Ups will need to come inside and sign in/out your camper(s) in-person. Late Pick Up: For Authorized Grown Ups arriving after 5:30 p.m., late charges will be assessed in the amount of $2 per minute per child. All Extended Day drop-in charges and late fees incurred will be charged to the credit card on file after the date of attendance. In registering for Bullis Summer Programs, you are agreeing to these terms; no prior notice will be given. Pass Academy Tennis at Bullis campers who wish to participate in Extended Day must pre-register. Tennis campers may not drop in. Register separately (look for “Tennis Extended Day”) via the Bullis Summer Programs online registration. “Tennis Extended Day” is only available to campers participating in Pass Academy Tennis at Bullis programs. It is NOT a tennis camp offering – only a means for families to pre-register tennis campers for extended care. Questions during camp? Contact the Extended Day Coordinator at (301) 467-7396. *Campers remaining on campus more than 15 minutes after the end of their camp will be escorted to Extended Day in the Blair Arts Center, and the full $35/ afternoon drop-in fee will be applied to their account.
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What to Bring to Camp All campers should bring the following items (labeled with their names on them) to camp on a daily basis: ★ A non-perishable, nut-free lunch (except for pizza day every Friday if on campus) ★ Spray Sunscreen ★ A water bottle ★ Appropriate clothing: comfortable clothing they can move in (t-shirts, shorts, sneakers), closed-toe shoes (no flip-flops or Crocs except for pool time if in Bulldog camp), a hat, sunglasses, and a sweater or jacket for indoor activities.
The following is a list of additional items requested by specific camps:
Athletic Camps Boys Baseball (8:30 a.m.- 2:30 p.m.): ● Hat, baseball cleats or athletic shoes, gloves. ● Bats are provided, but campers may bring their own. ● Batting helmets are available for community use, but it is recommended that campers bring their own. ● A cooling towel (recommended but not required). Boys Basketball (8:30 a.m.- 2:30 p.m.): ● Shorts, t-shirt, athletic shoes. Boys Lacrosse (8:30 a.m.- 2:30 p.m.): ● Lacrosse stick (print camper’s name on stick), gloves, helmet with mouthpiece, shoulder pads. ● Arm pads are strongly recommended but not required. ● *Equipment Rentals: Must pre-register in your CampInTouch Account (limited supply). ○ *Rentals include: gloves, shoulder pads, and helmet. ○ *Sticks, arm pads, and mouth guards are NOT available for rent. ○ *Cannot split up rentals. CoEd Flag Star Football (8:30 a.m.- 2:30 p.m.): ● Athletic clothing, football cleats, or athletic shoes. CoEd Soccer (8:30 a.m.- 2:30 p.m.): ● Shorts, t-shirt, soccer cleats/athletic shoes, shin guards.
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CoEd Speed & Track (8:30 a.m.- 2:30 p.m.): ● Shorts, t-shirt, athletic shoes. Girls Lacrosse (8:30 a.m.- 2:30 p.m.): ● Athletic shorts and t-shirt, athletic shoes or cleats, women’s lacrosse stick, goggles, mouth guard. ● All campers must bring their own lacrosse stick (print camper’s name on stick). Girls Lacrosse Advanced Skills (8:30 a.m.- 11:30 a.m.): ● Athletic shorts and t-shirt, athletic shoes or cleats, women’s lacrosse stick, goggles, mouth guard. ● All campers must bring their own lacrosse stick (print camper’s name on stick). Girls Volleyball (8:30 a.m.- 2:30 p.m.): ● Athletic shorts and t-shirt, athletic shoes. ● Kneepads are optional but recommended. Pass Academy Tennis (8:45 a.m. - 2:45 p.m.): ● All personal equipment, tennis racket, and athletic shoes.
Bulldog Day Camps Bulldog Day Camp (9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.): ●
Shorts, t-shirt, closed-toe athletic shoes.
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For swim days, please send campers to camp wearing their bathing suit or swim clothes. Please also bring a labeled bag with dry clothes (t-shirt, shorts, closed-toe athletic shoes), a towel, and sandals or flip-flops. They may also want to bring goggles.
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Please send younger campers with an extra set of clothes (shoes, socks, t-shirt, shorts, underwear) in a labeled bag every day (we will only use them if necessary).
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You will receive a detailed information letter from the camp directors (via email) the week prior to the beginning of the camp session.
Bulldog Day Camp Jr. (Full Day: 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., AM Only: 9:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m., PM Only: 12:00 - 3:30 p.m.): ●
Wear sunscreen and a bathing suit under shorts, t-shirt, and closed-toe athletic shoes.
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Bring a filled water bottle, a daily afternoon snack, a beach towel, and an extra set of clothes (shoes, socks, t-shirt, shorts, underwear) in a labeled bag.
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Lunch- Full Day & AM campers have lunch from 11:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
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You will receive a detailed welcome letter from the director (via email) prior to the beginning of camp.
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Specialty Camps ACT vs. SAT Test Selection & Testing Fundamentals presented by Top Score Education (9:15 a.m. - 2:15 p.m.) ●
Campers should bring a graphic calculator and a laptop
Aviation: The Sky's the Limit (9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.): ● Shorts, t-shirt, athletic shoes, comfortable clothing. ● Waivers (complete through CampInTouch account, under “Forms & Documents”). ● Campers from previous years should bring their logbooks. ● On flight day, closed-toe shoes are required. ● Campers may bring cameras or remote-controlled aircraft/drones as long as they know how to use them. Dance Camps: Journey Through Oz, Wonderful World of Disney, and Sock Hop to Hip-Hop (8:45 a.m. - 2:45 p.m.): ● It is recommended that students wear ballet slippers or jazz shoes, but it is not required. Farm Camp (9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.): The following items should be put in a bag and labeled with your camper’s name. It can be left at the farm for the week: ●
2 pairs of shoes: 1 pair of boots that can get wet (like muck boots or rain boots) and 1 pair of athletic sneakers or lightweight hiking boots that are easy to walk around in.
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Windbreaker or a sweatshirt (it tends to be cooler and breezier at the farm, even in the summer). Layers are key!
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Light pants
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A hat
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An extra shirt
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1-2 pairs of extra socks
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Work Gloves: Optional. The farm will have some that can be used.
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*We will be in fields, forest, and around a creek. Animals and insects will be around as well. Come dressed for success!
Kaizen Karate Camp (8:45 a.m. - 2:45 p.m.): ● A water bottle that can be refilled throughout the day (make sure to drink plenty of water at home before arriving at camp & in the evening after camp to stay hydrated). ● Sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, comfortable closed-toe shoes they can walk in, t-shirt, shorts. ● Karate gear (including a uniform, belt, t-shirt, pants): OPTIONAL and not required. ● Students who are new to karate will have the option of ordering a uniform and sparring gear if desired. ● Please DO NOT BRING the following items to camp: ○ *weapons of any kind (including swords or other martial arts weapons) ○ *video games, electronics, cell phones Bullis Summer Programs: 2024 Parent Guide - v2
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Preschool Creative Movement Camps (Full Day: 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., AM Only: 9:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m., PM Only: 12:00 p.m.- 3:30 p.m.): ● Wear sunscreen, shorts, t-shirt, and closed-toe athletic shoes each day. ● Bring a filled water bottle, a daily afternoon snack, and an extra set of clothes (shoes, socks, t-shirt, shorts, underwear) in a labeled bag. ● Lunch- Full Day & AM campers have lunch from 11:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. ● You will receive a detailed welcome letter from the director (via email) prior to the beginning of camp. Theater Camp (8:45 a.m. - 2:45 p.m.): ● For the final performance, campers are required to wear long black pants, a short-sleeved black shirt, and black, flat shoes. Wilderness & Adventure (9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.): ● Nonperishable, nut-free lunch and a beverage, Monday- Friday ● Sunscreen ● Bug repellent ● A water bottle that is at least 24 ounces ● Waivers (when requested) for select trips. ● *Certain trips will also require shoes that can get wet, a towel, and a change of clothes. You will be notified ahead of time if these items are needed.
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General Guidelines for All Campers Absences and Illness Notify the Summer Programs office at (301) 983-5741 or summer_programs@bullis.org for the following reasons: ●
your camper will be absent or late
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you or your camper has concerns at any time
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your camper has a fever or is ill; for the well being of your camper and others, please keep sick children home.
Conduct ●
Campers are encouraged to leave valuable items at home. Bullis Summer Programs is not responsible for lost or stolen items. This includes cell phones and other electronic devices.
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Campers are expected to conduct themselves in a manner conducive to a safe and orderly environment. Bullis Summer Programs will not tolerate inappropriate or offensive language, physical or verbal assault, disrespecting classrooms or other school/ camp property, or bullying of any kind.
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Campers who do not meet the above expectations (and/or are disruptive to the operation of the program/camp management) may be removed from camp, and parents/guardians may be called to pick up their child. Continued disruption could result in dismissal from Bullis Summer Programs without a refund or opportunity to re-enroll.
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Bullis Summer Programs makes every effort to ensure the good-faith operation of its programs; however, all camp trips and activities, as detailed in camp descriptions, are subject to change. Bullis Summer Programs reserves the right to make changes in personnel to any program without prior notice.
Welcome Policy Bullis Summer Programs (BSP) welcomes qualified campers of any race, color, religion, ability, and national or ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to campers in our programs. BSP does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, disability, national or ethnic origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law in administration of its programs. BSP strives to foster an inclusive environment and provide effective, reasonable accommodations for campers and visitors to our campus. Bullis Summer Programs: 2024 Parent Guide - v2
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BSP invites families to disclose any information about their children that they’d like to share. To confidentially share information and request accommodations in the registration process, please contact the Bullis Summer Programs office.
COVID-19 Procedures Health and safety protocols are subject to change given local and federal health guidelines and the levels of community spread of COVID-19 at the time of camp. ●
Vaccination ○
Bullis Summer Programs strongly encourages COVID-19 vaccination for all members of our camp.
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Masks ○
Masks will be optional during summer programs (both indoors and on Bullis-provided transportation).
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Monitoring for Symptoms ○
If your child is ill, please keep them home. Contact our summer office at summer_programs@bullis.org when a camper is absent to let us know your child’s symptoms.
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If you have questions about whether to send your child to camp or when they are able to return to camp after illness, please contact our camp nurse Monica Dayhoff at monica_dayhoff@bullis.org or 301-983-5744.
Lunch Please pack a nonperishable, nut-free lunch for your child each camp day*. Snacks will be provided to all campers throughout the day. Please write your camper’s name on any bags or lunchboxes. Lunches are not refrigerated, so please pack nonperishable foods and include an ice pack. Microwaves are not available. *Friday will be camp pizza day. Pizza will be provided to all campers for no additional fee. However, campers participating in a camp that is off-site (Aviation, Wilderness & Adventure) or are in Bulldog Day Camp Jr. (half-day PM session only), should bring a lunch on Friday. Additionally, if campers have dairy or gluten allergies, they should bring a lunch from home on Friday.
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