Camp Tecumseh

Camp Tecumseh

Located near Brookston, Indiananot far from Purdue country.

Camp TecumsehFulfill 7th grade curriculumExperience outdoor educationAlternative learning environmentHands-on learningLeadership & mentorship for high school counselorsProvide academic role models

Camp TecumsehMost of the learning is application based. Almost all lessons are hands-on and involve interacting with the varied Tecumseh biomes.

Camp TecumsehLanguage Arts Mathematics Science Social Studies Physical Education

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

Camp Tecumseh

Camp TecumsehThe Black Hole

Camp TecumsehCanoeing

Camp TecumsehMt.Wood

Camp TecumsehSquare Dancing

Camp TecumsehOlympics

Camp TecumsehTeacher and Counselor Skits

Camp Dates: SESSION 1SESSION SPLITS TO BE DETERMINED (STAY TUNED)

Oct. 6 8 (Mon Wed)

Camp Dates: SESSION 2Oct. 8 10 (Wed Fri)SESSION SPLITS TO BE DETERMINED (STAY TUNED)

Accommodations (Well send you a packing list closer to camp time)Students sleep in cabins. There is at least one adult in each cabin, and likely high school counselors.Bunk beds and mattresses are provided you need your own bedroll and pillowFlush toilets and warm showers bring your own soap and towels

WE NEED CABIN PARENTS!Need one adult in each cabinNeed at least 80 parentsSession I: we need 20 moms and 20 dadsSession II: We need 20 moms and 20 dadsNo parent volunteers = no adult in cabin at night! (we dont have enough teachers to cover them and we need your help!)See Mr. Libey to volunteer!

MealsAll meals are served family style (big serving bowls with food for 8)Take only what you will eat our goal is zero food wasteStudents, as well as adults, help set and clean tables

What to Pack (you will be getting a list in the future)A sack lunch for your first day at campBe prepared for ANY weather, this is Indiana! Dress in layersBring 2 pairs of comfortable shoes than can get dirty we play in the creek! No open toes, sandals, or flip flops. (Flip flops can be worn in the showers.)Bring OLD clothes we sit on the ground, muddy or not! (4 days worth)Underclothing for 3 days (plus extras, please )Sweatshirt or jacket and long pants in case it is cold.Rain gear (raincoat/poncho)Hat for rain, sun, or coldToiletries (toothbrush, toothpaste, soap, shampoo) Towel and washcloth warm showers are availableBed roll or sleeping bag and pillow

Optional ItemsFlashlightInsect repellentCameraMoney for Trading PostChange for soft drinks during recreation time.

What NOT to PackElectronic equipment (cell phone, radio, mp3 player, mini TV, PSP, IPOD/IPAD and similar items). These will be confiscated in accordance with school rules.Shaving cream or similar items there will be no cabin raidsCurling Irons no time in the morning, few outlets (Hair dryers are allowed if they are ESSENTIAL)Soft drinks and snack foods you dont want a critter curled up in your bed with youKnives even though this is a camping experience, ALL school rules apply

Cost and Permission Slips$135.00 (checks or money order only)Made out to HSJHInclude student name (first and last) in memo sectionPLEASE, PLEASE PAY TODAY if you have not already done so! (if absolutely not possible send in payment to front office A.S.A.P.!)

Other Cost InformationFor severe funding issues, contact Mr. Brown (ebrown@hse.k12.in.us)

No $$ is necessary at camp, however if students would like to purchase Camp Tecumseh merchandise they may bring extra money (we suggest $25 for bottled drinks and/or a souvenir IF YOU WANT)

Departure Day(You will get this info again at a later date)Students must be at school by 8:15 amParent rides recommended, due to the amount of gear (limit: 1 bag, 1 bedroll)Luggage should be rainproof & labeled with the students name and placed by the students bus number

Students should keep a copy of their bus, cabin, table, and trail group information WITH THEM at all times!Students must pack a lunch for the 1st day only. Disposable containers preferred.

Arrival DayBuses arrive back at Cyntheanne Park for pick up between 2:00 2:15 pmStudents may leave school as soon as buses arrivePlease do NOT park along curb buses will unload at that locationStudents will not be allowed to use phones, please plan to pick up your student at the Cyntheanne Park.Students can ride the bus home, if necessary, but rides are recommended due to luggage.

Camp Tecumseh

Teachers and StaffCo-Directors Eric Brown, Sarah Wright, & Jeff Libey will be at camp each dayAdditional teachers will be at camp to help supervise activitiesTecumseh staff members will help direct camp activities

Wonderful and Essential Cabin ParentsCamp Tecumseh

Cabin Parent StuffWE NEED CABIN PARENTS! Background check must be on fileEncouraged, but not required, to supervise on bus rideSleep in cabins with students for supervisionAssist with some evening activities The parent fee is $70.00 (or $35 per night)Attend parent meeting on Thursday Oct. 2nd at 8:00 PM

Nurse at CampThere will be a school nurse attending camp each day dispensing all meds (except first lunch).

First day lunch dosage must go in sack lunch. Kids eat their OWN SACK LUNCH at camp (please dont forget to pack your child a lunch)!

The nurse will be training HS counselors in specific students needs, as well as universal precautions.

For dietary concerns, please contact camp cafeteria manager directly @ 765-564-2898

MEDICATIONSIf your child needs ANY medication at camp other than Ibuprofen, Tylenol, Tums and Sudafed you will need to come to the clinic on Sept. 25th between the hours of 3-6pm. At that time, please do the following: Bring all meds in original RX. bottle with only the number of pills needed while at camp to the nurse ON SEPT. 25th.

Bring the completed form. Form and meds must match! Please see the nurse for the handout if you dont have one.

It is VERY important to provide the nurse with camp RX meds ON SEPT. 25th! NURSE ROSE CONTACT INFO: srose@hse.k12.in.us or 317-594-4120Cabin parents may give meds only to their own child.

THANKS FOR COMING!Contact Mr. Brown with questions about payment: ebrown@hse.k12.in.usContact Mr. Libey to parent volunteer: jlibey@hse.k12.in.usContact Miss Wright with questions about camp: smwright@hse.k12.in.us

Camp will be one of those wonderful childhood memories your student will NEVER forget!