Welcome to our summer Collaborative Camp season for 2023!
Although our summer camp is currently full, we encourage families and campers to join our waitlist for any future openings. We appreciate your interest and look forward to the possibility of having you join us in the future."
Please take your time filling out the information below which we must collect as a part of our licensing requirements.
We do want to make your life easier--if you are registering multiple children, and this is the second (or third, or fourth...) time you are completing this form, you will be able to skip the Caring Adult and Emergency Contact Information sections.
Please note, we have limited spots available for our 2023 Summer Camp and are currently accepting registrations for our waitlist. We welcome everyone to complete this form and confirm your child's spot in camp by April 28th at the latest.
Collaborative Camp Session Schedule
Camp is held at Flood Brook School from Wednesday, July 5 - Friday, August 4 from 9:00am-4:00pm
Week One (July 5 - 7) Theme: Hiking -- this is a short week due to the Independence Day holiday
Week Two (July 10 - 14) Theme: Science
Week Three (July 17 - 21) Theme: Sports
Week Four (July 24 - 28) Theme: Arts Appreciation
Week Five (July 31 - August 4) Theme: Throwback Week
Camper Eligibility
Campers aged 5 - 14 years old, in 1st - 8th grade, are welcome to attend Collaborative Camp. Due limited space this summer, rising kindergarteners are not eligible to attend, we apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
Registration Fee
There is a $35 per child non-refundable registration fee for Collaborative Camp. Families will NOT be required to pay the per child registration fee if they are applying for Child Care Financial Assistance from the State of Vermont or already paid an Extended Day Program registration fee for the 2022-2023 school year.
*If your child was placed on the waitlist and is unable to attend, your registration fee will be refunded.*
Tuition Prices for Camp
Daily Rate: $55 per child per day
Week One Rate: $165 per child (due to the shortened holiday week)
Weeks 2 - 5 Rate: $275 per child per week
Sibling Discount: Daily and weekly rates are discounted 10% for siblings
Tuition Billing
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uition invoices are billed every Monday for the previous week and payments are due by the end of the week in which invoices are billed. To pay your tuition bill, visit the Collaborative Camp Program Portal which is always accessible on our Collaborative Camp web page or the Program Payment web page.
Financial Assistance Options
Child Care Financial Assistance - State of Vermont Subsidy
The State of Vermont provides financial assistance for child care to working families and the requirements are more inclusive than ever! For more information on how to apply, visit the Collaborative Camp Program Portal which is always accessible on our Collaborative Camp web page.
The Collaborative's Financial Hardship Assistance
The Collaborative is pleased to offer a discount of 20% off Collaborative Camp tuition to families for whom child care costs are a financial hardship. For more information on how to apply, visit the Collaborative Camp Program Portal which is always accessible on our Collaborative Camp web page.
Mark Weikert Scholarship
Any family seeking assistance above the 20% Financial Hardship Assistance discount, is encouraged to also fill out a Mark Weikert Scholarship application. This scholarship fund is available for all fee-for-service programs offered by The Collaborative and a limited number of scholarships are provided to eligible students. Scholarships are awarded based upon financial, social, and emotional need. For more information on how to apply, visit the Collaborative Camp Program Portal which is always available on our Collaborative Camp page on our website.
Attendance Policies
At our summer camp, we understand that things come up and plans may change. We have put in place the following policies to ensure the smooth operation of the camp and fair treatment to all participants:
- Cancellation Policy: We frequently have campers on a wait list. We understand that things come up, and we want to give other campers the opportunity to join the camp if your child cannot make it. You can provide a cancellation notice via phone call or email to camp@thecollaborative.us. Please do NOT use text to communicate with camp staff.
- No Show Policy: If your child fails to attend camp without at least 24 hours notice, it will be considered a "no call no show." In such cases, a fee of $15 will be charged to your child's account. We want to make sure that all campers have an equal chance to participate.
- Sick Policy: Do not send your child to camp if they are sick or have a fever. If your child is sick or unable to attend camp due to unforeseen circumstances, we want to make sure that all participants are healthy and safe. Please notify us as soon as possible if your child is unable to attend camp due to illness.
- Late Arrival or Early Departure: If your child will be arriving late or leaving early from a camp session, please let us know in advance so that we can accommodate their schedule. We want to make sure that your child can still participate in the scheduled activities, and advance notice helps us prepare accordingly.
- Medical Emergency: We take great care to ensure the health and wellness of all participants but accidents can happen. We need to make sure we have accurate contact information to alert you if there is a medical need. We will contact the emergency contacts listed on your child's registration form and provide you updates whenever possible. If your child requires medical attention, we will seek medical treatment as necessary and contact you as soon as possible.
Waitlist Policy & Procedure for our summer camp program is on a first-come, first-served basis. Once the camp reaches its maximum capacity, new registrations will be be placed on our waitlist.
Waitlist Notification
If a spot becomes available, the camp director will contact the next person on the waitlist via phone or email as soon as possible. We understand that parents and guardians need enough time to prepare their camper for the day, so we will notify them with enough time for them to grab any necessary items.
Acceptance and Confirmation
If your camper is offered a spot from the waitlist, you will have a limited time to accept the spot and complete the registration process. Once you confirm the acceptance, you will be provided with all necessary details, including the session date and time, camp rules and guidelines, and required items.
