Richmond County Day Camp

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June Update

Good, parents thrilled only 4 weeks to go, morning, RC Day Camp Family

Quote of the day: “June is the toughest month, followed by July, August, September, October, November, December, January, February, March, April & May.” Mark Twain

From Kathy: “It’s night before it’s afternoon. December before JUNE. My goodness how the time has flewn. How did it get so late so soon?” Dr Suess

Busy preparing for the opening of camp- our 31st on Staten Island, (I did 6 in Brooklyn before that). The biggest obstacle to a great summer is when parents do NOT read our emails, updates and messages. Much of what is sent is dribble but mixed in with the dribble is critical information. Many questions parents ask were explained in a recent update or message. Can’t blame you; I’d ignore them too, but please stay informed.

Include your camper number in all messages. That number is located on your enrollment form, which you received when you enrolled. We are sending a copy of your enrollment form in a couple of weeks with your current information on file. Check for accuracy.

All balances are NOW due, unless you have a pre-determined payment plan or prior approval from a director- me!

Buses:
Buses are FULL, it’s too late to make changes except to CANCEL it.
We do NOT provide an arrival time on the first day. Morning pick-up is about 7- 8AM but they can be late the first few days. Please be ready. You do NOT have to wait outside. Bus counselors may call you before arriving. In the afternoon, buses are dismissed between 3:15 and 3:30PM but may be late. Times may change throughout the summer; we will keep you posted. Your patience is appreciated.

Often parents using the bus feel it’s necessary to drive their child to camp on the FIRST day. BAD idea. Please don’t. For new parents dropping off or picking up campers by car, have no fear, directions will be sent & staff will assist. Stop, Drop, and Go! Don’t get out

PLEASE read the Parent Guide on our website, especially NEW families. It answers MOST of your questions, even the silly ones!

We do NOT answer the phone during camp, however, Emails are answered immediately, from 5AM until 9PM or later if I can’t sleep.

Camp APP:
Our camp APP, from which parents can view photos, schedules, order lunch and more will be available and the link sent, the week before camp begins.

Lunch:
I know many of you are excited about our new lunch program. Details TBA. It is provided by Montelbano’s and the menu is extensive.

MEDICAL FORMS: No camper can begin camp without a completed & signed medical form on file. They are available on our website. Campers do NOT need a TB test or COVID vaccine. If your child’s yearly visit is not BEFORE camp begins, your doctor should complete one if the child’s last exam was within a year. We cannot accept faxed, copied, scanned or emailed forms. They must be brought to camp or mailed to the NJ address on the form. We cannot accept Bd of Ed. or any other form; it’s DOH regulations.

This week, we will be in the office Mon: 9-12, Wed: 11-2PM & Thru: 2-6PM

IMPORTANT STUFF
WATER: it is imperative that you send FILLED water bottles to camp EVERY day. They will be re-filled as needed. DO NOT send expensive Yeti’s or Stanleys, etc. The amount of them lost every summer is ridiculous. A regular Poland spring bottle is perfect. Speaking of lost and found- LABEL EVERYTHING. Send nothing of monetary or sentimental value. Check camper’s bags, as they sometimes take things to camp that they or you love, without parents noticing.

Our annual Meet & Greet is Thursday, June 25th, 4-7PM. We will send you the form to register next week, (so we know how much pizza to order, etc.)

Medications should be brought to camp before we open. Our medical director will be at the Meet & Greet to collect them or bring/send them on your child’s first day

The week ONE schedule will be sent about June 15th

If you ordered a shirt but didn’t pay, you can order one and/or pay for it during the campers first week, (cash or check- NO Zelle or Venmo

We get many requests for campers to be in the same group as a friend. I usually ignore them because this is mostly a parent “issue” Campers make many friends almost immediately. However, campers must be close in age to be grouped together- (please don’t be a helicopter)

No phones! We collect them every morning, ESPECIALLY upper division. If you need to contact your child, let us know

Camp is almost full; we appreciate the trust you have placed on us.

Remember: anything that goes wrong is KATHY’s fault.

Any concerns or problems during camp, at any time, let me know ASAP. Do Not wait and then tell me something HAS been happening etc. I WANT to know. I will find out the real or whole story for you, then handle accordingly.

Please try to answer your phones during camp. If you see it’s us on caller ID or if we didn’t leave a message, Do NOT panic, it’s never anything serious.

It’s going to be another FABULOUS summer. Everyone here is as excited as you and your kids are, (well ALMOST everyone)

Have a great morning, day, and month. Many more updates to follow
LM

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