Camp Tecumseh

Camp Tecumseh

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

Camp

Tecumseh

Fulfill 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

Tecumseh

Language Arts Language Arts Mathematics Mathematics Science Science Social Studies Social Studies Physical EducationPhysical Education

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

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Camp Tecumseh

The Black Hole

Camp Tecumseh

Canoeing

Camp TecumsehMt.

Wood

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Square Dancing

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Olympics

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Teacher and

Counselor Skits

Camp Dates: SESSION 1Camp Dates: SESSION 1

• SESSION SPLITS TO BE SESSION SPLITS TO BE DETERMINED DETERMINED

• (STAY TUNED)(STAY TUNED)

Oct. 6 – 8 (Mon – Wed)Oct. 6 – 8 (Mon – Wed)

Camp Dates: SESSION 2Camp Dates: SESSION 2Oct. 8 – 10 (Wed – Fri)Oct. 8 – 10 (Wed – Fri)

• SESSION SPLITS TO BE SESSION SPLITS TO BE DETERMINED DETERMINED

• (STAY TUNED)(STAY TUNED)

Accommodations (We’ll 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 pillow

• Flush toilets and warm showers – bring your own soap and towels

WE NEED CABIN PARENTS!• Need one adult in each cabin• Need at least 80 parents

• Session I: we need 20 moms and 20 dads

• Session II: We need 20 moms and 20 dads

• No parent volunteers = no adult in cabin at night! (we don’t have enough teachers to cover them and we need your help!)

• See Mr. Libey to volunteer!

Meals• All meals are served family style (big

serving bowls with food for 8)• Take only what you will eat – our goal

is zero food waste• Students, 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 camp• Be prepared for ANY weather, this is Indiana! Dress in

layers• Bring 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 cold• Toiletries (toothbrush, toothpaste, soap, shampoo) • Towel and washcloth – warm showers are available• Bed roll or sleeping bag and pillow

Optional Items• Flashlight• Insect repellent• Camera• Money for Trading Post• Change for soft drinks during recreation

time.

What NOT to Pack• Electronic 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 raids

• Curling Irons – no time in the morning, few outlets (Hair dryers are allowed if they are ESSENTIAL)

• Soft drinks and snack foods – you don’t want a critter curled up in your bed with you

• Knives – 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 HSJH

• Include student name (first and last) in memo section

• PLEASE, 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 Information

• For 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 am

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

• Luggage should be rainproof & labeled with the student’s name and placed by the student’s 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 Day• Buses arrive back at Cyntheanne Park for pick up

between 2:00 – 2:15 pm• Students may leave school as soon as buses arrive• Please do NOT park along curb – buses will unload

at that location• Students 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.

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Teachers and Staff

• Co-Directors Eric Brown, Sarah Wright, & Jeff Libey will be at camp each day

• Additional teachers will be at camp to help supervise activities

• Tecumseh staff members will help direct camp activities

Wonderful and

Essential Cabin

Parents

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Cabin Parent Stuff• WE NEED CABIN PARENTS! • Background check must be on file• Encouraged, but not required, to supervise

on bus ride• Sleep in cabins with students for supervision• Assist 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 Camp• There 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 don’t 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

MEDICATIONS• If 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:

F Bring all meds in original RX. bottle with only the number

of pills needed while at camp to the nurse ON SEPT. 25th.

F Bring the completed form. Form and meds must match! Please see the nurse for the handout if you don’t 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 317-594-4120

• Cabin parents may give meds only to their own child.

THANKS FOR COMING!• Contact Mr. Brown with questions about

payment: ebrown@hse.k12.in.us• Contact Mr. Libey to parent volunteer:

jlibey@hse.k12.in.us• Contact 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!