CAMP HANDBOOK Everything you need to know to start camp and have THE BEST SUMMER EVER!
WELCOME TO CAMP Dear Camp Family, We're incredibly excited about this summer and everything it has in store for you and your family. Each day promises to be full of new experiences, exciting learning, good friends, and great fun. To ensure you have the information you need to get started, we have put together this Camp Handbook. Please be sure to read this booklet, as it outlines important information about Camp.
Melissa Director, Summer at Far Brook
CAMP OFFICE: 973-379-3442 CAMP EMAIL: summer@farbrook.org CAMP WEBSITE: https://www.farbrook.org/summer/ SCHOOL'S OUT, STAY N' PLAY June 13 - 16 (Far Brook Families) SUMMER AT FAR BROOK June 20 - August 12 CAMP HOURS | 9:00 AM TO 3:30 PM Extended Day programs are available from 8:00 AM TO 5:30 PM each day.
WHAT TO WEAR TO CAMP
T-SHIRT
SHORTS
SOCKS
HAT
CLOSED TOE SHOES
SUNSCREEN
WHAT TO BRING TO CAMP
SWIMSUIT SUNSCREEN
LUNCH & DRINK (unless you're using our opt. Lunch Program)
TOWEL H2O BOTTLE WATER SHOES/SANDALS
BACKPACK OR TOTE BAG
WHAT NOT TO BRING TO CAMP
CELL PHONE
ELECTRONIC GAMES
CHEWING GUM
CAMERA
SODA/ENERGY DRINKS
Summer at Far Brook does not permit cell phones or other electronic devices at camp.
CAMPER EXPECTATIONS Our purpose is to inspire participants to fuel their passions and awaken their curiosity by creating a supportive and caring camp community that cherishes love of learning, movement, creativity, diversity, and individuality. Summer at Far Brook seeks to work in partnership with its families and is concerned with any behavior by parent or student which endangers another, reflects negatively on the camp community, or interferes inappropriately with staff, administration or operations of the Camp. Every adult and every camper will treat others with respect and courtesy. The following variables will determine the level of response from the Camp: severity of the behavior, level of corroboration of the report, number/frequency of infractions committed by identified camper(s), age/developmental stage of the camper(s) involved (if relevant), and the full context in which the behavior occurred.
CAMP HOURS
9:00 AM - 3:30 PM HALF DAY: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
EXTENDED DAY HOURS 8:00 - 9:00 AM, 3:30 - 5:30 PM
AM EXTENDED DAY Morning activities will include Imagination Playground and recess games.
PM EXTENDED DAY From 3:30 to 4:30 PM campers will be divided into groups by grade and will participate in sports, crafts, games, book club and more. At 4:30 PM activities will include playground, recess games, and story time.
EXTENDED DAY DROP-OFF/PICK-UP Drop-off and Pick-up for Extended Day will occur in the Carpool Circle.
GROUP RATIOS Nursery 3/4/K: 1:6 Grades 1 - 4: 1:8 Grades 5+: 1:9
DROP-OFF & PICK-UP
At Drop-Off, we will meet and greet your car every day and escort your child to his/her appropriate group. In the afternoon, please have your Summer at Far Brook Pick-Up Card displayed on your driver-side window or in hand (Welcome Zone) when you arrive.
REMINDERS
Please display your Pick-up Card on your dashboard. Please let us know if you are carpooling with other families in advance. Please do not use your cell phone when in car line. Half Day Pick-up at Welcome Zone.
EARLY PICK-UP Call the Camp Office, (973) 379-3442 to arrange early pick-up prior to 3:00PM. When you arrive on campus, check in at the Camp Office to sign out your camper.
LATE CAMPER ARRIVAL Please bring your camper to the Camp Office to sign them in.
WE'RE HERE TO HELP Camp Office: (973) 379-3442 Camp Email: summer@farbrook.org
BRINGING LUNCH FROM HOME We recommend lunches brought from home are packed in an insulated bag with ice pack. Lunch bags should be clearly marked with your camper's name on it. We ask families to refrain from sending in foods that contain food allergens.
OPTIONAL LUNCH PROGRAM We offer an optional lunch program through Simply Gourmet, https://www.simplygourmetlunches.com/. Orders must be placed 3 days in advance of the day you would like to receive the lunch service.
SNACK We provide a snack each day at camp and during afternoon Extended Day. Snack options and ingredients will be sent to all families in advance. You are also welcome to send in your own snack with your camper.
WATER Please send your camper with a reusable water bottle with their name on it. Hydration stations will be set up near activity areas, and our staff will offer frequent reminders and opportunities for water breaks during the day.
BIRTHDAYS We ask families to refrain from sending in treats that contain food allergens. We recommend Popsicle brand popsicles.
HEALTH GUIDELINES Due to state health guidelines, campers may not attend camp without a completed health history record and immunization record on file. Please complete your health form requirements before your child starts camp.
MEDICATION If your child will be taking medication at camp, their must be proper documentation on file from their healthcare provider. including their Authorization for Medication Administration form.
MEDICATION CONT. Medication must be given directly to our Camp Nurse on/before your child's first day of camp. Medication must be in its original container with your child's name on the prescription label.
ILLNESS To ensure the health and safety of our campers, we request your camper stay home if they are not feeling well. Please call the camp office, (973) 379-3442 if your child will be absent from camp, or notify us via email.
RETURNING TO CAMP AFTER ILLNESS* Camper must be fever-free or symptom free for 24 hours (without the use of fever-reducing medication). * COVID Guidelines to be discussed directly with Camp Nurse.
ILLNESS MITIGATION Enhanced daily cleaning of activity areas. Frequent hand washing and sanitizing. Campers and staff to stay home when sick. Effective communication with Camp Office when sick.
ILLNESS MITIGATION CONT. Proper ventilation of activity areas, effective outdoor learning environments established. Mask optional. Vaccination required for all staff.
FOOD ALLERGIES Summer at Far Brook is a Tree Nut and Peanut-Conscious Camp. We will work with parents, campers, and healthcare providers to minimize the risk of exposure and adverse reaction to allergens.
CAMP NURSE The Nurse reports any sign of illness to the parent/guardian so the student may go home, rest, and start treatment before further symptoms develop. If you are notified your child is ill or injured during camp hours, you must make arrangements to pick up as soon as possible.
QUESTIONS FOR OUR CAMP NURSE? Camp Office: (973) 379-3442 Camp Email: summernurse@farbrook.org
SECURITY
Head of Security on site conducting campus walkthroughs consistently during the day Staff wear a Far Brook lanyard with ID and camp staff will wear a staff shirt with camp logo
TRAINING Monthly fire and security drills conducted Staff Training facilitated pre-camp and during camp
FACILITIES Every door is locked and requires a key fob to enter Security cameras on campus PA system to be used in the event of an emergency All staff connected by walkie talkie
VISITORS All visitors must sign in at the Camp Office and receive a nametag in order to be approved on campus. All visitors will be accompanied by a camp staff member while on site.
QUESTIONS? Camp Office: (973) 379-3442 Camp Email: summer@farbrook.org