PAC SUMMER CAMP
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Campus Recreation encourages parents/guardians to read the following information
carefully. Please contact the Summer Kid’s Camp Coordinator for more information.
A Parent Orientation Night will be hosted on June 1, 2016 @ 6:30 p.m. to discuss matters
in greater detail and answer any additional questions regarding the Summer Kid’s Camp.
1. Who should I contact for information regarding The Summer Kid’s Camp?
Edward Moreno
Program Supervisor 210-486-3802 emoreno131@alamo.edu
2. What will my child do during The Summer Kids Camp?
The program is designed to promote leadership and character development for
children ages 5 – 11 through physical activity and classroom learning customized by
age group.
3. Will all students be in the same class together?
No, students will be grouped according to age.
4. Is there scholarships for this program?
No, parents are responsible for paying their child’s fees. No scholarships are available at this
time.
5. Are there discounts for families that enroll more than one child into the program?
Yes, fee for second child is $130 and fee for third child is $110.also Alamo colleges 15%
6. Can visiting friends/relatives attend a class session?
No. Only registered students may attend classes. No visitors are allowed.
7. Where do I drop off and pick up my child?
Students are to be dropped off at the Natatorium turn around in the morning and picked-up at the
Natatorium Turn Around in the afternoon.
8. What is the earliest that I can drop off and pick up my child?
Children may be dropped off as early as 7:00 a.m. and MUST be picked-up no later than
6:00 p.m.
•All instructors will escort children that are not picked up by 5:30 p.m. to the Department of
Public Safety on campus
9. Can I pick-up my child regularly before 5:00 p.m.?
Yes. Parents can make arrangements with the coordinator for a scheduled pick- up. A schedule for
the program will be made available for parents.
•For example, if your work schedule allows you to pick-up your child at 3:00 p.m., you may do so
as long as you have notified the coordinator in writing what your pick-up schedule will be
throughout the program.
10. Who can pick up my child?
During the registration process, you will designate up to four individuals who will be authorized to
pick up your child. Authorized individuals will have to show proper identification each time children
are picked-up. Children will NOT be released to anyone that is not on the list.
11. Will my child be allowed to go to the restroom alone?
No, instructors will schedule restroom breaks and students will be escorted by instructors,
and/or student aides. If students need to use the restroom at times not scheduled by
instructors, then students will be escorted by aides.
PAC SUMMER CAMP 2016
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
12. Which buildings will my child spend most of their day?
Students will eat lunch and their afternoon snacks in the Natatorium. All education activities
will be held in the gym, outside, upstairs classrooms, or performing arts center.
13. Will my child swim in the college natatorium?
If Child has opted for the Summer Camp Swim Lesson option the child will swim from 1:00 PM2:00 PM. If the Child is not signed up for the Swim lesson option, he/she will participate in an
alternative activity.
14. Will my child receive a free lunch?
Yes, children are provided with lunch and an afternoon snack, provided by the City of
San Antonio Parks and Recreation. Session 1-8
15. Where will my child eat lunch?
Children will eat their lunch and scheduled snack in Natatorium.
16. When will my child eat lunch/snack?
Students will be served lunch from 11:15 a.m. -12:30p.m., and an afternoon snack will be
served from 3:30p.m – 4:00p.m.
Parents/guardians are responsible for providing breakfast and a morning snack for
their children.
17. What will my child eat?
Children will receive a hot well-balanced meal provided by the City of San Antonio Parks and
Recreation Program. Monthly menus will be posted in the Gym/Natatorium for the duration of the
program. Copies of the menus will NOT be distributed by The Summer Kid’s Camp. If your
child does not like or cannot eat the prepared menu they are welcome to bring their own lunch
for that day.
18. Can my child buy a hot meal on campus?
Yes.
19. Can my child bring electronic devices to this program?
No. Palo Alto College Campus Recreation is not responsible for any lost personal electronic
devices.
20. What should my child wear to this program?
Children are encouraged to wear comfortable clothing and tennis shoes since a lot of
walking will be done. Flip flops are NOT allowed. In the event that your child deviates from
the program requirements, students will not participate in the program until the proper dress
code is followed. Children MUST wear their Campus Recreation Summer Camp T-Shirt on
Field Trip Day. Weekly Dress attire is Athletic Shoes, shirt, and shorts or pants.
21. Will my child go on field trips during this program?
Yes, there will be a scheduled field trip every Friday.
22. Can a parent/guardian attend the field trip?
No.
23. How will children be transported to field trip locations?
Students will be transported to and from field trip destination on buses.