Outdoor Science SchoolParent Information Night

September 18, 2013 5:00pm

AGENDAInformational Video

Parent Packet/PowerpointQuestions

May 19 – May 23, 2014Depart:

May 19, 2014 7:30am sharp!

Return:May 23, 2014

1:00pm

What are we going to learn?

*focus on ecosystems*based on California state standards

*outdoors as a classroom*use hands on experience and

observation

Constant observation and hands on activityleads to amazing

chances for learning!

Responsibilities

*daily academic instruction*share living space with approx.

10 other kids*keep cabin neat

*help in mess hall with: setting tables, serving, clean up

Daily schedule7:00- wake up7:50- breakfast

9:15- meet teacherGroup meeting/lesson

LunchLesson

4:00- Cabin time/group meeting5:20- dinner

7:00- evening program8:45- bedtime preparation

9:30- Lights out!!

CabinsMess Hall

Student ExpectationsStudents are expected to behave in an

exemplary manner at all times. They are expected to use manners, be considerate of others and respect all other people at camp.

If there are any major behavior issues or if there are repeated issues, students will be removed from camp with NO REFUND and parents will need to drive to Malibu to pick

your child up that day.There will be NO exceptions on this!

Who will be caring for our children?

*The Outdoor Science School staff(There are OSS staff bio’s on the website.)

*Cabin leaders The leaders will be of the same sex.

*Ms. LaCourse

Observing the ecosystem!

Who pays for camp?

Parents are responsible for the total cost-$314.00

Options:Monthly payments

Checks written to Loma Vista PTAgiven to Ms. LaCourse for accounting

Fundraising

FundraisingFundraising plans:*Cheesecake sales

*Jog-a-Thon*Coins in a bucket

*Family movie nights

Please plan on helping with set up, organizing, donating items and clean up!

Having fun while learning

SO much!!

Making memories

that will last a lifetime!

What forms need to be turned in?

*financial agreement*conduct agreement

*photo release*medical form

*information form

DUE APRIL 1, 2014

What do students pack?

Use the list!2 bags only per student!!

1. Sleeping bag/bedroll: in a bag with a clear label!

2. Suitcase: all other items, clear label

NO ELECTRONICS!!

Outdoor Science School Website

www.outdoorscienceschool.orgthen choose:

*Our school sites*Malibu

*Virtual tour

Questions

Did we miss anything?

Please ask!!