Summer Academic
Enrichment Camp
Parent Handbook — everything you need to know before camp begins.
⬇ Download Handbook (.docx)🛡️ Keeping Kids Safe
We will diligently work and make every effort to ensure the safety and security of all children. Children will experience activities that enhance personal development and academic excellence in a fun and social environment, including off-site, local, and out-of-town field trips.
We will not subject our children, camp staff, guest presenters, or volunteers to children who display behavior that is disrespectful, disruptive, or uncontrollable. Appropriate disciplinary actions will be taken and documented to ensure everyone has a safe, educational, and fun summer camp experience.
Emergency Measures
HABG has an emergency management plan for fire and tornado emergencies. Plans are reviewed with children on Day 1 of camp. The Education Director and all camp staff hold CPR and First Aid Certifications. Health screenings are conducted on arrival and mid-day.
Staff & Supervision
Our camp staff includes screened adult and youth workers. Adult staff members teach, transport, and supervise all children. Youth workers assist with activities, hallway monitoring, meal service, recreational activities, and maintaining a clean environment.
Accident & Injury Reports
In the event of a minor injury, an accident report is filled out by the supervising staff member. One copy is given to the parent or guardian; another is placed in the child's file.
📋 Rules & Expectations
Behavior Management
All children are expected to behave respectfully. Standards parallel classroom rules. A disruptive child may be removed from a group situation or denied a privilege to help regain self-control. Any discipline that diminishes a child's self-respect is avoided. Our goal is to help children accept responsibility for their actions and make good choices.
Weapons Policy
Weapons are strictly prohibited in all HABG Learning Centers, vehicles, and sponsored events. This includes firearms, knives, explosives, stun guns, BB guns, air pellet guns, and replicas that resemble real weapons.
Tobacco-Free Campus
All HABG properties are 100% Tobacco-Free. Smoking and vaping — including nicotine, THC, and CBD products — are prohibited on all grounds and at sponsored events. Students in possession of such products will be dismissed without refund.
Civility Policy
Every adult on our campus is a role model. HABG reserves the right to deny service to any child whose family member or associate does not exhibit appropriate behavior. Swearing, threatening gestures, raised voices, and intoxication are infractions. Serious incidents may be referred to authorities.
🚌 Drop-Off & Pick-Up
Doors open at 7:50 a.m. each day. Van routes start at 8:00 a.m. for children living within a one-mile radius of our Learning Centers. You must come in and sign your child in and out every single day.
Children will not be released to anyone other than those listed on the registration form, unless written authorization is submitted to the Education Director at least 24 hours in advance.
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 7:30 – 7:55 a.m. | Early Care available ($20/week per child) |
| 7:50 a.m. | Doors open for regular drop-off |
| 8:00 – 9:00 a.m. | Breakfast served on-site |
| 12:00 – 12:45 p.m. | Lunch at Parker Bennett Curry Elementary School |
| 4:30 p.m. | Vans begin transporting children home |
| 5:00 p.m. | All children should be picked up |
| 5:00 – 5:30 p.m. | Extended Care available ($20/week per child) |
| 5:35 p.m. onward | $1.00/minute late fee applies |
| 5:55 p.m. | BGPD contacted for any child not yet picked up |
Late Pick-Up Policy: Parents arriving after 5:35 p.m. without prior Extended Care arrangements will be charged $1.00 per minute. Two such occurrences result in forfeiture of registration and the child may no longer attend camp. No refunds are issued after the first full week of camp.
📚 Educational Experience
Academic Development
The camp provides instruction in math, science, and reading throughout the entire summer. Instruction is delivered by trained staff and teachers, as well as local community leaders, business owners, and community organizations.
Recreation & Field Trips
Daily off-site activities and special events are part of the program. Children are divided into age groups for instruction and field trip travel. All staff are qualified, safety-trained drivers.
🍽️ Food & Nutrition
Breakfast and lunch are included in camp fees. Breakfast is served daily from 8:00–9:00 a.m. on site. Lunch is served daily from 12:00–12:45 p.m. at Parker Bennett Curry Elementary School. Times are subject to change based on the day's schedule.
Food Allergies: If your child has a documented food allergy, please note it on the Summer Camp Registration form. We will provide food substitutes to accommodate allergies. Students are also permitted to bring their own breakfast and lunch.
🎒 What to Bring (and What to Leave Home)
Leave These at Home
- Toys, iPads, tablets, cell phones
- Collector cards or trading items
- Skirts, flip flops, or open-toed shoes
- Anything you would be upset to lose or damage
Camp is not responsible for damage or loss of personal property.
Recommended Items
- Comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing
- Tennis shoes or closed-toe athletic shoes
- Appropriate-length shorts or pants
- Backpack with swimwear, towel, and water shoes on swim days
Check the posted swimming schedule for applicable days.
Lost & Found: Please check the Lost & Found box daily and look through your child's belongings to make sure they only have items that belong to them. All unclaimed items will be donated to charity at the end of camp.
🎆 Holiday Closing
Camp will be closed Monday, June 29 through Friday, July 3 in observance of the Fourth of July holiday. Camp activities resume on Monday, July 6.
🩺 Illness & Health Policies
Sick Children
Please do not send your child to camp if they are ill. If a child becomes sick during the day, they must be picked up as soon as possible. Any child with a fever will not be permitted to return without a doctor's statement confirming the illness is not contagious. This includes pink eye, head lice, strep throat, the flu, and COVID.
Allergies & Medications
Please note any allergies, symptoms, and medications on your application. Camp staff do not administer medications unless medically critical (such as an emergency inhaler or epi-pen). All critical medications must be in properly labeled containers. If your child takes a regularly scheduled medication during program hours, please make arrangements to administer it yourself.
📞 Contact Information
Questions or concerns? Reach out to any of the following at any time.