Camp Tecumseh Riverside School seventh grade students, staff, parents, and High School counselors.

Camp Tecumseh

Riverside School seventh grade students, staff,parents, and High School counselors

Camp Tecumseh

Located near Brookston, Indiana…not far from Purdue country.

Camp

Tecumseh

Language Arts (6 major activities)Language Arts (6 major activities)Mathematics (4 major activities)Mathematics (4 major activities)Science (7 major activities)Science (7 major activities)Social Studies (3 major activities)Social Studies (3 major activities)Physical Education (3 activities)Physical Education (3 activities)

These activities correspond with the These activities correspond with the Indiana State Standards for 7Indiana State Standards for 7thth grade grade and will be included in student grades.and will be included in student grades.

Camp Tecumseh

High School

counselors lead all the lessons and activities.

They become

role models.

Camp

Tecumseh

Camp TecumsehThe Black

Hole

Camp Tecumseh

Archery

Camp TecumsehMt.

Wood

Camp Tecumseh

Square Dancing

Camp Tecumseh

Crazy Olympics

Camp Tecumseh

Teacher and counselor skits

Mr. Jackson’s storiesEVENING ENTERTAINMENT

Camp DatesCamp DatesSession 1: Nov. 2- Nov. 4Session 1: Nov. 2- Nov. 4Lane (all periods) and Ogle (periods 2-4)Lane (all periods) and Ogle (periods 2-4)

Session 2: Nov. 4- Nov. 6Session 2: Nov. 4- Nov. 6Pentecost (all periods) and Ogle (periods 5-7)

Students who do not attend camp, DO attend school the dates of their camp session. They will

receive a supplemental packet to work on at school.

Cost and Permission Slips

$135.00 (Checks made out to RJH)

Include student name (first and last) in memo section

Do not staple check to permission slip

Turn into your social studies teacher!

NEVER LEAVE ON A TEACHER’S DESK!!

Other Cost InformationPermission slip must be turned in with

camp fee by October 9th or BEFORE!For funding issues, see Miss P or Mr.Cooke

or email [email protected] $$ is necessary at camp, however if

students would like to purchase Camp Tecumseh merchandise they may bring extra money.

Behavior ExpectationsBehavior issues prior to camp may

prevent students from attending.All school rules (and dress code) apply

at camp. (except hats)Students who cannot follow the rules

will have their parents contacted to come and pick them up AT CAMP regardless of the time of day or night. No refunds will be issued for behavior dismissals.

Departure DayStudents must be at

school by 8:15Wed departure time TBA

Parent rides recommended, due to the amount of gear (limit: 1 bag, 1 bedroll)

Luggage should be placed by the student’s bus number

•Students should keep a copy of their bus, cabin, table, and trail group information WITH THEM.

•Students must pack a lunch for the 1st day only. Disposable containers preferred.

What to PackBe prepared for ANY weather, this is Indiana!Dress in layersBring extra shoes – we play in the creek!Bring OLD clothes – we sit on the ground, muddy

or not!Toiletries Towels – warm showers are availableBed roll or sleeping bag and pillowNO electronics! No food items – refillable water bottle encouraged!

NO Worries….

We will send out Departure Day information, Packing Lists, and Student Assignments a week before camp.

Medications and the extra medication form need to be turned into Nurse Murray the week before camp. (On the permission slip make sure you check the box in the lower left hand corner to indicate that you need a medication form.)

Cabin Parents NeededBackground check on fileEncouraged, but not required, to

supervise on bus rideSleep in cabins with students for

supervisionAssist with some activities $25 donations suggestedGet a cabin parent form TONIGHTCabin parents selected on a first-come-

first-served basis, so if your student will need an adult or you want to be secured a spot, turn in a form asap!

IMPORTANT INFORMATIONAll money and permission slips are due between

now and October 9th to your social studies teacher.

Camp is November 2nd - November 6th.

Everyone is expected to attend, let Miss P or Mr. Cooke know if cost is an issue.Email [email protected]

Cabin parent forms due ASAP

Forms:Cabin Parent forms – HERE TONIGHT!! Permission slips will go home next week

• Background check form on corp. website

• Extra copies of cabin parent forms, permission slips, and camp FAQ are available from Social Studies teacher or guidance office.

(There is a $13 fee for background checks and it takes a few days to process. Plus, you are required to watch a bullying video.)