U NIONVILLE -C HADDS F ORD
S CHOOL D ISTRICT
S UMMER 2010
S UMMER
A CADEMIES
C ATALOG
740 Unionville Road, Kennett Square, PA 19348
Email: summer@ucfsd.org
Phone: 610-347-0970 x 3314
Introduction
We are pleased to announce the 3rd year of the...
Unionville-Chadds Ford
Summer Academy and Academic Credit
Opportunities!
Our summer programs will be available the summer of 2010 beginning
Monday, June 21 and ending Friday, July 30, however, some program
dates vary so please be sure to refer to the course catalog. We are
thrilled to provide an opportunity for our students to learn and challenge
themselves in a variety of exciting topics and subject areas.
This summer we have four categories of programs; 1) Thirteen summer
enrichment programs open to elementary, middle and high school students from our district and the surrounding community. 2) Two Academic Courses for credit for UCFSD students. These courses will be
open to students from other districts (space permitting) however, we
cannot guarantee course credit. Please check with your district to confirm. 3) Two onsite Delaware County Community College (DCCC)
credit courses. These two courses are dual enrollment courses (offered
to UHS students only) and will provide credit both at Unionville High
School and DCCC. 4) A Driver Education classroom enrichment
course provided by the Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU) will be
offered onsite.
Courses are filled on a first come, first served basis. Registration is
open until May 18th . Open course registration (for the 13 enrichment
courses only), if space is available, will take place at the District Office
from May 28th – June 4th. Grade level indications for each course represent grades students will be in during the 10-11 academic year.
*NOTE: Registration deadline does not apply to High School
credit, dual enrollment and Drivers Education courses. Please refer to pages III and IV for more detailed information.
Refund policy
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For Academic Credit Courses please contact UHS Counseling Center
• For DCCC Dual Enrollment Courses please contact DCCC
• For Driver Education Courses please contact CCIU
• For Summer Enrichment please refer to page V.
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Course Sessions and Dates
I.
Unionville High School Academic Credit Courses
11th Grade Health
11th & 12th Grade PE
II.
3 week program
3 week program
July 12th - 30th
July 12th - 30th
Unionville High School Driver Education Enrichment Course
Classroom Only
IV.
June 21 - July 2
June 21 - July 9
Unionville High School Dual Enrollment Credit Courses (UHS & DCCC)
International Business
Intro to Medical Terminology
III.
2 week program
3 week program
3 week program
June 21 - July 9
Enrichment Sessions
Session 1
Session 2
Session 3
Session 4
Session 5
Session 6
June 21-25
June 28-July 2
July 6-9 (4 day week Tuesday-Friday)
July 12-16
July 19-23
July 26-30
Unionville High School Course and Registration Information
I.
Academic Courses For Credit
The Summer Academy will offer two courses for original credit. These are
open to Unionville High School students and non-UHS students, if space is
available. Non-UHS students will have to consult with their high school regarding awarding of credit. All original credit courses follow the standard Unionville
High School curriculum. As such students should be prepared for a fast paced
and rigorous course of study. For UHS students, final grades will be part of a
student’s transcript and GPA calculation. Please contact Unionville High
School Counseling Center for registration and academic information at 610347-1600.
Health - 11th Grade
Students will experience lessons dealing with contemporary issues in nutrition,
exercise, stress management, cardiovascular disease, substance abuse, and
theories of addiction. Students will also learn first aid concepts and CPR. Students will have the opportunity to receive CPR certification through the
American Red Cross. Assessments will include practical examination, inclass homework assignments, and written tests. This course will be offered as
a two week 30 hour course for .5 credit. The program will run Monday - Friday,
June 21 - July 2 from 11:00am - 2:00pm. Classes will be held at the Charles F.
Patton Middle School. Tuition is $225. Please contact Unionville High School
Counseling Center for registration and additional information at 610-347-1600.
III
Physical Education - 11th and 12th Grade
The Unionville High School summer physical education class provides a
similar experience and content as the traditional physical education
course. This three week course is divided into two units of study. The first
unit addresses health related components of fitness. Specifically, students
will study muscular strength, muscular endurance, cardiovascular fitness,
flexibility, and body composition. The second unit focuses on life-long fitness activities. This unit includes three field trips for rock climbing, canoeing, and mountain biking. This three week .25 credit course will run June
21-July 9. The first two weeks will meet from 8:00-10:30am, Monday Thursday. The third week will meet 8:00am - Noon (Field Trip Days) Tuesday - Friday. Tuition is $225. Field Trip fees are NOT included. Approximately $45 total will be required for those trips. Classes will be held at the
Charles F Patton Middle School. Please contact the Unionville High School
Counseling Center for registration and additional information at 610-3471600.
II.
Dual Enrollment - DCCC and UCFSD Courses for Credit
The Summer Academy will be offering two Dual Enrollment Courses for
Unionville High School 11th and 12th grade students only. International
Business and Introduction to Medical Terminology will be offered in a three
week program from July 12 - July 30, 9:00am to Noon, Monday through
Friday. Classes will meet in the Charles F. Patton Middle School. Please
contact the Unionville High School Counseling Center for details (610) 347
-1600. Tuition and fees are $783.00 per course. Applications must be
received by May 14th.
III. Academic Enrichment
The Summer Academy will be offering Driver Education through the Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU) program. The program will run from
June 21 - July 9. Please contact the CCIU at 484-237-5189 for registration,
program and course details. This course is open to Unionville High School
students age 15 and older. Non-Unionville students may apply and participate if space is available. Class is limited to 30 students.
Drivers Education
Classroom driver’s education course designed to prepare students for behind the wheel training. Laws of the road, safety, and driver responsibilities
will be covered. Classes will not be held on Monday July 5th due to the
holiday weekend. Classes will be held at Charles F. Patton Middle School.
The classes will run as follows: Week 1 - June 21- 25, Monday - Friday,
Week 2- June 28-July 1, Monday - Thursday and Week 3 - July 6 - 9,
Tuesday - Friday. All classes will run from 8:00 - 10:15am. For more information and registration please contact Ms. Del Brown at 484-237-5189.
Cost: $215 (subject to change).
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Enrichment Courses and
Registration Information
Course
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Algebra
Algebra I Refresher ……………….....…………………………………………..1
Pre-Algebra Refresher .……….…..………………………………...…….….…2
Birds
Make Your Own Mosaic Bird Bath and Learn about Local Birds……………3
Chess: For Beginning & Experienced Players …………………...………………4
Eco-Trek Adventure Camp …………………….. …………………………...…….5
Detailed Information about Eco-Trek Adventure Camp ….14
Jazz Improvisation Camp ...………………………………………………………...6
PA Writing and Literature Project ..………………………………………………...7
Science Lab Research, an Introduction…………………………………………...8
Summer Theatre Camp. ………………………………………...………………….9
Volleyball .……………….…………………………………………......…...……...10
Woodworking ………………………………………………...……………………..11
World Language
French Language Summer Camp ……..……………...………………………12
Spanish Language Summer Camp ………………………………….………..13
Detailed Information about Eco-Trek Adventure Camp ………………………..14
Registration Form …………………………………………………………………..15
Registration Form (Continued) …………………………………………...……...16
Refund policy
In the event a course is canceled due to insufficient enrollment, applicants
will be refunded the entire registration fee.
• No refunds will be made unless the course is canceled.
• Online registration does not guarantee placement.
• Tuition and fees will be fully refunded when a course is closed due to
maximum enrollment.
*NOTE: Due to uncertainty of meeting minimum enrollment requirements, a
separate payment is required per student, per course.
•
Register on-line at www.ucfsd.org or mail in the registration forms found at the
back of this catalog.
Phone:610-347-0970 x3314
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Algebra I Refresher
Sure, you finished Algebra 1, but do you remember it? Did you ever really “get it”? This summer you have a second chance to really solidify
and reinforce the essential skills necessary for
future courses such as Algebra II, Trigonometry
and Calculus. The importance of knowing your
basic algebra skills can’t possibly be overstated. Your “math” future depends on it.
Join us for a trip down memory lane (including
topics like graphing linear equations, factoring
quadratics, solving quadratics equations, simplifying exponents and simplifying radical expressions). Sign up today to reserve a space in
this 10 hour review workshop!
Instructor: Ms. Julie Toy is a secondary math teacher. She
has 8 years of experience at both Unionville High School and
Charles F. Patton Middle School and 12 years of private tutoring experience grades 6 through 12.
Session 6: July 26-30
Grades: 6th-12th
Course# SA-420
Time: 10:30 - 12:30pm
Charles F. Patton Middle School Campus
Maximum Enrollment: 20 Cost: $200 per student
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Pre-Algebra Refresher
Are you heading into Algebra I next year? Could
you use just a bit more work on those crucially
important “fundamental” math skills (like simplifying fractions, decimals, variable expressions and
solving multi-step equations – to name just a
few)? Two major keys to success in Algebra are a
high level of confidence and a solid math foundation; so, spend a week this summer working on
both of those goals. Don’t let summer go by without preparing yourself for next year. Reserve
your spot right now for a fast paced, worthwhile
week of math camp!
Instructor: Ms. Julie Toy is a secondary math teacher. She has
8 years of experience at both Unionville High School and
Charles F. Patton Middle School and 12 years of private tutoring
experience grades 6 through 12.
Session 6: July 26-30
Grades: 6th-12th
Course# SA-422
Time: 8:00 – 10:00am
Maximum Enrollment: 20 Cost: $200 per student
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Make Your Own Mosaic Bird Bath
and Learn about Local Birds
Students will make an original mosaic birdbath to
use in their own back yard in this class. This enrichment offering will introduce children to a lifelong
appreciation of Pennsylvania’s wild birds. Students
will learn to identify common backyard birds such
as the American Goldfinch, Black-capped Chickadee, Eastern Bluebird, and the Red Bellied Woodpecker. Each child will maintain a bird journal
throughout the week. Mornings will be spent in the
C.F.P.M.S. Nature center and afternoons will be
spent in the art room.
Instructor: Ann Ferron has taught art at the Patton Middle
School for 24 years. She and her family are lifelong residents of
Unionville. For the Curtis/Ferron family, bird watching has always been a rewarding pastime, whether it is along the coast of
Maine, at the Chesapeake Bay or the backyard in Unionville.
Session 2: June 28-July 2
Grades: 4th-6th
Course# SA-210
Time: 9:00 – 12:00pm
Session 5: July 19-23
Grades: 4th-6th
Course# SA-211
Time: 9:00 – 12:00pm
Maximum Enrollment: 15
Cost per student: 275.00
Includes Materials
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Chess
For Beginning & Experienced Players
Spend a week playing and learning about chess from
the Silver Knights chess coaches! Our coaches are
highly-rated professional chess instructors. We have
taught tens of thousands of children, including the
2008 national champions for first and second grade.
Campers are broken up into groups by skill level, so
we accept anyone from beginners up through experienced and highly-rated tournament players. Each
camper receives a T-shirt and a tournament-style
chess set. Activities include learning openings, tactics, endgames, studying master games, playing
games against fellow students, and analyzing the students’ games.
Instructor: Silver Knights Chess coaches are highly rated professional Chess instructors . For more information see website at http://
www.silverknightschess.com/
*IMPORTANT: Please indicate Full Day, AM or PM
session on the course registration.
Session 3: July 6-9
Grades: 1st-9th
PT - AM:8-11am
Course# SA-020
Time: FT: 8-3pm
PT - PM: 12-3pm
Session 6: July 26-30
Grades: 1st-9th
Course# SA-021
Time: Same as above
Maximum Enrollment: N/A
Session 3: 1/2 Day - $150.00
Session 6: 1/2 Day - $175.00
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Cost: per student
Full Day - $275.00
Full Day - $300.00
Eco-Trek Adventure Camp
If you love adventure, travel, new friends and the great outdoors, this
is the camp for you. Every day, we will journey to an amazing variety
of venues where you will gaze in wonder, challenge yourself, and participate in unique and unforgettable experiences. There are three
weeks from which to choose, and you can sign up for one week, two
weeks or all three. Every week will include a different overnight experience. A complete brochure can be obtained from Katherine
Bodenstab at kbodenstab@ucfsd.org, or (610) 416-8702. Some of the
adventures this year include whitewater rafting in the Poconos, kayaking, sailing, canoeing, Hershey Park, Camelbeach Water Park, Wildlife
Safari Park, Echo Hill Outdoor School and Six Flags. The overnight
for week one is at Hershey, the second overnight is at the Baltimore
Aquarium - "Sleep with the Sharks" and the third overnight is at the
beach. More details on page 14.
Instructor: Ms. Katherine Bodenstab has been a 6th & 7th grade science teacher at Patton Middle School for 7 years. In previous years
she taught science for students in grades K-5 at Upland Country Day
School. She coaches middle school lacrosse and field hockey and is
the student council advisor. She has directed summer camps since
1995.
Session 2: June 28-July 2
Grades: 4th-12th
Course# SA-201
Time: 8:00am-6:00pm
Session 4: July 12-16
Grades: 4th-12th
Course# SA-202
Time: 8:00 - 6:00pm
Session 5: July 19-23
Grades: 4th-12th
Course# SA-203
Time: 8:00am-6:00pm
**Thursday is an overnight trip. Drop off and pick up:
Charles F. Patton Middle School, Room 125
$100 Deposit due by April 15th.
Maximum Enrollment: 20 Cost: Please refer to pg. 14
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Jazz Improvisation Camp
No jazz experience needed! Learn how to improvise
(make up on the spot) cool solos on your instrument
in blues, funk, shuffle, and swing styles. Instruments
accepted are: flute, clarinet, saxophone, trumpet,
trombone, baritone, mallets, keyboard, electric bass
and guitar. In addition to learning how to improvise
cool solos in various jazz styles, each student will receive: 2 play-along CD’s/books, a CD containing digital recordings of a live concert from the last day’s performance and recordings from lessons 1-4, and music
packet of Jazz scales, exercises, and “riffs”.
Instructor: Mr. Ken Miller is currently the band director at Pocopson
and Chadds Ford Elementary Schools in UCFSD. He possesses a
B.S. in Music Education and has taught band to students in grades 4
through 12. In addition to running jazz camps, he arranges for bands
and composes original works of music.
Session 1: June 28-July 2 Chadds Ford Elementary
Course# SA-401
Grade: 5th
Time: 8:30 -10:30am
Course# SA-402
Grades: 6th & 7th
Time: 11:00 – 1:00pm
Course# SA-403
Grades: 8th
Time: 1:30 – 3:30pm
Maximum Enrollment: 15 Cost: $160 per student
*Additional $30 fee may apply for books and CD.
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Pennsylvania Writing and Literature Project
Co-Sponsored by West Chester University and UCFSD
Young Writers/Young Readers - for students who
have completed grades 1-5 (Code UCF-YW/YR)
This class teaches writing in a relaxed, nonthreatening camp environment. Students try age appropriate strategies and gain confidence in their writing. They compose, share, explore new writing styles,
edit, and confer. Students are invited to publish a page
in the group anthology. Participants also share and
explore quality children’s literature. Teachers incorporate these activities and strategies into the program:
Brainstorming, Pre-writing, Drafting, Revising, Editing,
Conferring with teacher and peers, Reading response
activities, Literature Circles, & Publications. This is a
two week Program!
Instructor: All instructors are Fellows of the National Writing
Project as well as experienced classroom teachers.
Two Week Program
Sessions 4 & 5: July 12-23
Grades: 2nd-6th
Time: 9:00 – 12:00pm
Pocopson Elementary School Campus
Register online at www.pawlp.org or by picking up a
registration form at one of our elementary buildings.
Cost: $300 per student by 6/7/2010 or $325 thereafter
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Science Lab Research, an Introduction
An Introduction to Undergraduate Research; Preparing the
Next Generation of Science Students. The course will introduce students to advanced scientific research and technical
writing. Students will participate in unique research while
conducting advanced laboratory experiments. They will
participate in a collaborative peer review model to modify
their focus and advance their research. The course will give
a leg up to anyone interested in pursuing the sciences at a
collegiate level and, students will finish the course with a
polished product that can be used as a model for future
work completed at the high school and college levels.
Instructor: Clee Brun has worked in the Unionville Chadds Ford
School District for five years as a chemistry teacher. His undergraduate work was done at Millersville University as a chemistry major and
he has a masters in educational leadership from California University
of Pennsylvania. He has presented at two National Science Teacher
Association meetings as well as presenting undergraduate research
at the annual American Chemical Society conference. Clee spent a
summer working at the New Bolton campus of the University of
Pennsylvania and advises students during for the annual science fair
competition.
Two Week Program
Sessions 4&5: July 12-23rd
Course# SA-101
Grades: 9th-12th
Time: 9:00 – 12:00pm
Charles F. Patton Middle School Campus
Maximum Enrollment: 16 Cost: $300 per student
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Summer Theatre Camp
This summer theatre camp is designed to promote creativity, foster collaboration and teach
theatre skills through a combination of instructions and theatre games. The two-week program will consist of acting, singing, dancing,
and having fun! Our second week culminates
with a musical performance for family and
friends.
Instructor: Paula Eichmann and Leo Zumpetta are currently
elementary music educators in the Unionville-Chadds Ford
School District. Collectively they have performed in over 30
theatre productions and remain actively involved in the theatre arts.
Two Week Program (9 Days)
Course# SA-410
Session 2&3: June 28-July 9
Grades: 3rd-5th
Time: 8:00-11:00am
Program will be held at Unionville Elementary
Maximum Enrollment: 30
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Cost: 300.00
Volleyball
Want to have fun this summer while learning how to play
volleyball? Come spend a week making new friends and
improving your skills. No prior volleyball experience is
required. Everyone plays!
Instructor: Cassie Dickmann is a Juniata College graduate who played 9
years of competitive volleyball, including 4 years in college. During her
college career, her team advanced to the National Championship every
year and won the Division III championship in 2006. Along the way, Ms.
Dickmann earned All-Landmark Conference accolades. In addition to playing volleyball, she has been coaching volleyball camps for the past 6
years. Since graduating, she has been working at Indian Lane Elementary
School, while working on her graduate degree in Counseling.
Session 4: July 12-16
Grades: 4th-6th
Course# SA-103
Time: 9:00am – 12:00pm
Pocopson Elementary School Campus
Maximum Enrollment: 16
Cost: $200 per student
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Woodworking
Do you like working with wood? Would you
like to improve your woodworking skills?
Would you like to make a piece of furniture?
If so, sign up for the summer woodworking
class. Additional fee for materials based upon
student project selection will be collected during class time. Cost can be $12.00 and up.
Instructor: Mr. Scott Stoltzfus is a Middle School Technology Education Teacher.
Session 2: June 28-July 2 Course# SA-620
Grades: 8th - 12th
Time: 8:00 – 11:00am
Charles F. Patton Middle School Campus
Maximum Enrollment: 12 Cost: $225 per student
Material Cost: $12-$30 depends upon project
selected.
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French Language Summer Camp
Bonjour! Come have fun with French!
Experience French language and culture during
our summer enrichment program (June 28- July
2). Children in grades K-3 and 4-6 will learn
about French language and culture while playing games, singing songs, listening to stories,
eating French foods, and more. A bientôt!
Instructors: Véronique Liska is a French native. Mrs. Liska
is also a Unionville High School French teacher with experience working with children Kindergarten-level and up.
Session 2: June 28-July 2nd
Grades: K – 3rd
Course# SA-110
Time: 8:00 – 11:00am
Session 2: June 28-July 2nd
Grades: 4th – 6th
Course# SA-112
Time: 12:00 – 3:00pm
Unionville Elementary School Campus
Maximum Enrollment: 15 Cost: $200 per student
Material Cost: $15 per student
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Spanish Language Summer Camp
Hola, chicos and chicas. Join me for a week of
fun and learning this summer as we explore
Hispanic history, culture, products and language.
Instructors: Heather Weigner is in her fourth year as a
Spanish teacher at UHS. I decided to become a Spanish
teacher after having such a wonderful teacher during my
high school language learning experience. I am eager to
share my passion for the Spanish language and culture with
everyone!
Session 6: July 26-30
Grades: K – 3rd
Course# SA-212
Time: 8:00 – 11:00am
Session 6: July 26-30
Grades: 4th – 6th
Course# SA-214
Time: 12:00 – 3:00pm
Unionville Elementary Campus
Maximum Enrollment: 15 Cost: $200 per student
Material Cost: $15 per student
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ECO – TREK
Session 2: June 28 – July 2
Grades: 4-12
Time: 8:00AM - 6:00 pm
Max Enrollment: 20 (min 16)
Cost: $530 per student
Drop off and pick up: Charles F. Patton Middle School, Room 125
Monday - Ashland Nature Center: 3-hour canoe trip and 2 hour field geology experience.
Tuesday – Hershey Park - Hershey, Pennsylvania - need we say more? Fun, fun
and more fun
Wednesday – Echo Hill Outdoor School: Bay Studies * Spend the afternoon on
a real Bay workboat, capture critters, swim and explore the salt marshes
Thursday – Earth Treks Rock Climbing Center - Timonium, Maryland * Individual
instruction and practice in one of the largest state-of-the-art rock climbing centers
on the east coast *Overnight aboard the U.S.S. Constellation
Friday – Morning stroll around the Baltimore Harbor, Gunpowder Falls State Park
Session 4: July 12 – July 16
Grades: 4-12
Time: 8:00am - 6:00pm
Max Enrollment: 20 (min 16)
Cost: $525
Drop off and pick up: Charles F. Patton Middle School, Room 125
Monday – Delaware River Tubing - Frenchtown, N.J.
Tuesday – Echo Hill Outdoor School - upper eastern shore of the Chesapeake Bay
Wednesday – Six Flags Great Adventure - thrills, giggles and fun are the theme of
the day at Six Flags
Thursday – Discoversea Shipwreck Museum *Overnight at Camp Henlopen
Friday – * Seine the Bay - Cape Henlopen, Fisherman’s Wharf - 3 hour dolphin
cruise ( dolphin sightings guaranteed!)
Session 5: July 19 – 23
Grades: 4-12
Time: 8:00am - 6:00pm
Max Enrollment: 20 (min 16)
Cost: $525
Drop off and pick up: Charles F. Patton Middle School, Room 125
Monday – Delaware River Tubing - Frenchtown, N.J
Tuesday – Cape May, New Jersey, , Cape May Zoo, Cape May Whale Watcher
Wednesday – Camelbeach Mountain Water Park - Poconos
Thursday/Friday – Echo Hill Outdoor School - Night Hike, outdoor adventure
course ( zip line, giant swing, etc.), Skinoo, Bay Studies *overnight trip
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Summer Course Registration
Unionville-Chadds Ford School District, Summer Enrichment, 740 Unionville Road, Kennett Square, PA 19348
Student Name:
Age:
Male/Female:
Completed Grade:
School Attending:
Parent/Guardian’s Name:
Address:
Home Phone:
Work Phone:
Cell:
E-Mail:
Please list two Emergency Contacts (if possible in the event that the parent/guardian cannot be reached):
Name:
Phone:
Relationship:
Address:
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Relationship:
Address:
Please indicate allergies/medical concerns:
Bee Stings
Diabetes
If so does child have an epi-pen? Y/N
Nuts
Asthma
Allergies (If so, please list)
Other:
Are there any special accommodations needed for your child to attend? Y N (circle one)
If so please list needs:
A nurse will not be onsite during camp. I Consent to release my child to receive medical
or surgical attention/care as recommended by physician/hospital:
(Parent/Guardian signature)
Reserve your space now!
Register online at: www.ucfsd.org
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Please register early to ensure availability,
space is limited!
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Course Number:
Date:
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Please mail both forms and payment to:
Unionville-Chadds Ford School District
Attn: Noelle Nocera
740 Unionville Road
Kennett Square, PA 19348
Please make checks payable to: Unionville-Chadds Ford School District
Refund policy
• In the event a course is canceled due to insufficient enrollment, applicants will be refunded the entire registration fee.
• No refunds will be made on courses unless the course is canceled.
• Online registration does not guarantee placement.
• Tuition and fees will be fully refunded when a course is closed due to
maximum enrollment.
*NOTE: Due to uncertainty of meeting minimum enrollment requirements,
a separate payment is required per student, per course.
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