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Last Updated: 5/22/2023 1:24 PM

Summer Learning Camp FAQ

What is the Summer Learning Camp?

  • Rising kindergartners through 5th graders are invited to participate in Summer Learning Camp. The primary focus will be on continuing to develop students’ foundational skills with a focus on math and reading.

Will the entire day be spent on reading and math?

  • During this program, students will also have the opportunity to learn through exploration and imagination during our daily STREAM (Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Art, and Music) activities! Physical activity will also be incorporated into our summer of fun-filled learning!

Where is the camp being held?

  • The camp will be held at West Side Elementary.

What are the dates of the camp?

  • May 30 - June 2 (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday)
  • June 5-8 (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday)
  • June 12-15 (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday)
  • June 19-22 (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday)

What are the hours for camp?

  • The camp will begin at 8:00 a.m. and will conclude at 3:00 p.m. daily.

Will meals be provided at the camp?

  • Breakfast and lunch will be provided.

Will transportation be provided?

  • Transportation will be available for city residents only. The buses will follow the existing routes that are posted under Summer School under the Parent Tab on the Elizabethton City Schools website (www.ecschools.net).

Can my child still attend ESP?

  • For those interested, ESP will also be available for a minimal fee until 6:00 pm each evening and on days when the learning camp is not in operation. For more information, please contact Jordan Carder at 547-8020 ext. 2012 or jordan.carder@ecschools.net

Details

Learning Camp will be held at West Side Elementary School May 30-June 2 (Tuesday-Friday) June 5-8 (Monday-Thursday), June 12-15 (Monday-Thursday), and June 19-22 (Monday-Thursday) from 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.  Breakfast and lunch will be provided.  Buses will be running for those that requested transportation.  

If you plan to drop your child off at camp, the back/gym entrance (Happy Valley Street) and the front/main entrance (Burgie Street) will open at 7:30 a.m.  Both entrances will also be used for dismissal.  At 2:55 pm, students who have younger siblings will go to the younger sibling’s room for dismissal.  2nd grade, 4th grade, and 5th grade will dismiss out the front/main entrance (Burgie Street).  1st grade, 3rd grade, and buses will dismiss at the back/gym entrance (Happy Valley Street).  All traffic at both drop off and pick up will flow from west to east on both Burgie Street and Happy Valley Street.  Please refrain from using Dakota Street.  Dakota Street will be for buses only.  On the first day of Learning Camp, you will receive two signs with your child’s name on them.  If you are picking your child up at dismissal, please put them in your windshield. 

Please have your child bring the school supplies with them that they have been using during the school year.  This will help ensure every child has what they need to begin the day on May 30.

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