What to Expect on Day 1 of Camp

 

Camp hours mimic the Waterloo Regional School Board. There are two nutrition breaks. If you drop of your child for extended day. Please pack a snack for the extended day period.

 

Arrival & Check‑In (8:00–9:00 AM)

When you arrive, staff will greet you at the main entrance.

A quick check‑in confirms your child’s name, week, and any important notes (allergies, pick‑up permissions, etc.).

Campers meet their instructor and peers, and explore toys and games.

 

Settling In 

Campers meet their instructor, volunteers, and group members.

We do a short welcome circle, icebreakers, and a tour of the spaces they’ll use (washrooms, maker area, outdoor zone, etc.).

Staff review expectations in a friendly, kid‑centered way: kindness, safety, teamwork, and curiosity.

 

Morning STEAM Block 

This is the first big “wow” moment of the week. Campers jump into hands‑on activities such as:

  • robotics 
  • Curiousity inspired LEGO build
  • Maker challenges
  • Engineering builds
  • Art‑tech or creative problem‑solving tasks
  • Activities are designed to be accessible for all skill levels. There is no experience needed.

 

Lunch & Outdoor Break 

  • Campers eat their nut‑free and fish-free lunches together.
  • Weather permitting, we head outside for movement, games, and fresh air.
  • Staff supervise all transitions and ensures water breaks as needed.

 

Afternoon Workshops 

The afternoon focuses on deeper project work or themed activities for the week. Examples include:

  • Building circuits
  • Designing and testing prototypes
  • Coding mini‑games
  • Team STEAM challenges
  • Creative maker projects

 

Lunch & Outdoor Break 

 

Wrap‑Up & Reflection 

 

Pick‑Up 

Staff release campers only to approved adults listed at registration.

Please bring ID

 

Communication With Families

Feel free to engage the staff in discussion about how the day went. We will send out end of the week recaps.

Give us your feedback whenever possible. Feedback is how we improve.

 

What Your Child Should Bring on Day 1

  • Nut‑free, fish-free food + snacks
  • Water bottle
  • Comfortable indoor/outdoor clothing
  • Sunscreen + hat
  • Any medications with clear instructions
  • A positive, curious attitude
  • Change of clothes