These FAQs answer the questions parents and campers ask most often. If you have questions or concerns that aren’t addressed here, please call us at 818-386-1107 or 818-523-7576 and we will be happy to help!

QUESTIONS ASKED BY KIDS:

QUESTIONS ASKED BY PARENTS:

QUESTIONS ASKED BY KIDS:

If I have friends at Camp, will I be in the same group with them?
If your mom or dad specified a best friend you wanted to be in a group with, we will make every effort to put you with that friend. However, if you applied late and your friend already signed up in a group that is now full, you would not be placed in the same group as your friend. But don't worry! Our amazing Camp Counselors will help you make new friends and have fun! Additionally, if another group is still open we could move you and your requested friend to that new group.
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Do the other groups have different workshops than I do?
Each of our Little Cheese groups have the same list of 4 workshops.
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When will I get my camp T-Shirt?
You will recieve one camp shirt on the first morning of camp. You can pick that up from your group counselor when you arrive. If you would like another one, your mom or dad can buy that at camp. If you are coming five days a week you will get two camp shirts.
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Do I have to wear my camp T-Shirt everyday?
Yes, we would like you to wear your camp T-Shirt each day you come to camp so that your counselor can easily spot you during the day.
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How will I know where to go?
Each of our groups come together 10 minutes prior to the start of the first workshop in the morning. You will stay with your group and your counselor throughout the day so you never have to worry about what workshop is next or where to go! Your counselor is in charge of that.
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What happens if I have to go to the bathroom during a workshop?
You can go to the bathroom or get a drink of water whenever you need to, just ask your counselor to take you. Don't worry about where the bathrooms or water fountains are because your counselor knows that. When you are done, your counselor will take you back to your workshop.
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What happens during breaks between workshops?
There are two 30 minute breaks between workshops 1 & 2 and again between workshops 3 & 4. These allow the teachers to prepare for the next group and gives you time to have a quick snack if you brought one. Your counselor will supervise you. If you forget where your cubby is (which is probably where you put your snack) just ask them!
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What happens during lunch?
Lunch is 1 hour long and happens between the second and third workshop of the day. For the first 30 minutes, everyone will eat lunch. You also get a cold juice. Then, once you are finished with lunch, you can just relax and talk with friends, play on the grass field, the large playstructure, the swings, visit our game table or just hang out with your counselor.
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Can my mom or dad walk me in the first day?
Your mom or dad can walk you in any day and they are welcome to stay until your group goes to their first activity.
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Do we ever go swimming or take any trips?
No, we do not have pools at camp and we do not take field trips to water or amusement parks.
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What if I am sick or if I miss a day?
If you are sick or know you will be gone, please have your mom or dad call the camp office and let us know you will be absent. If you get sick at camp, we will call your mom or dad and they can come to pick you up.
Sorry, there are no make-up days.
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QUESTIONS ASKED BY PARENTS:

When is my payment due?
Full tuition for the week(s) you have signed your child up for is due with your completed application.
You must have a valid credit or debit card to complete the application process. If you elect to pay by check, we can hold your spot in camp for 1 week ONLY from the date you submit your application! If your check is not recieved within 1 week from that date your childs spot in camp will be released to another camper.
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Do you offer any discounts?
Yes, a weekly 5% discount is offered for each additional child enrolled in the SAME week from the same immediate family.
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What is your dismissal policy?
In order to provide a positive experience for all students, the Art Camp maintains the right to dismiss any child. Cooperation and mutual respect amoung campers are mandatory requirements of our program.
Parents of students dismissed or removed from camp for unsatisfactory behavior or conduct will recieve a refund equal to 50% of the unused tuition!
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What if my child does not like a workshop?
Because all our camp workshops are selected and set in advance, Art Camp 101 campers are not able to change workshops.
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What if my child is attending camp alone?
If your child will be coming to camp alone, please let us know and we will make every effort to introduce them to other campers. Our counselors and teachers will also be advised as well.
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Are you open July 4th?
This summer, The Art Camp will NOT offer camp on the 4th of July.

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What if my child wants to attend additional weeks?
If space is available, no problem. Simply call our office or see us on campus to enroll.
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Why does the Art Camp sell Ice Cream and how should I pay for it?
At art camp, we offer campers a daily selection of ice cream and popsicles! Included in your tuition, each camper will recieve a ($2 per day) Ice Cream or Popsicle treat.
ALL of the proceeds go to Camp Del Corazon. Camp Del Corazon is a charity that sends kids with heart disease to camp on Catalina Island for one week. We hope you will support these efforts.  Last year we raised enough money through ice cream sales to send 20 kids to camp! All of our popsicles are nut-free, and gum-free. There are even some that are dairy-free. This is completely optional! If your child does not want Ice Cream/ Popsicles let us know and we will refund you $10 per week.
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What if my child is not feeling well at camp?
If your child gets hurt or just does not feel well, we will call the numbers we have for you until we reach you. You can then speak to your child and decide if you would like to come to get them. If there is no answer on your phones, we will leave a message.
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What if my plans change or we miss a day, can I get a refund?
Should you withdraw from camp prior to June 1st.
After June 1st, there are no refunds, no exceptions. We do not offer refunds or make-up days if your child takes time off from camp, misses a day or a partial day, takes a family vacation, gets sick, or ANYTHING ELSE that requires time off from camp.
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What if my child loses something at camp?
Please do not send anything to camp that is not replaceable and please put your child's name on everything! Our counselors do a very good job at trying to make sure nothing is left behind, but things do sometimes get left. If you return home and realize your child forgot something, please contact us as soon as possible so we can make every effort to get it to you. Items will be kept for one week in the Lost & Found when camp is over then donated to a local charity.
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What if I need to reach my child at camp?
We want to work with you to make this experience a great one for your camper – we will call you if any of the following occur: Your child is very upset, your child is ill or injured and requires anything more than a Band-aid or a Tylenol, there is anything we would like to discuss with you (behavior issues, medication doses, etc.). In case of an emergency at home (when you have to talk to your child), please call the camp office and we can have them call you back, however this requires us to pull them out of a workshop or activity, and bring them to the office for the phone call. Please use this option only in the case of emergencies.
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What is your Electronics Policy?
Cell phones and electronics (including game players, iPods, MP3's, cameras and e-readers) are not allowed at camp. Our program is designed to keep campers engaged, busy, and having fun making new friends. We recommend that your child powers down and takes what we’re certain is a well needed break from the world of electronics. When parents allow their child to break the rules and take a cell phone to camp, they are teaching their child that the rules apply to every other family, but not theirs. These devices have a way of getting lost or broken at camp. If your child is found with any of these items, they will be taken away from them and returned to you at check out. The Art Camp cannot take responsibility for their loss or damage, nor does our insurance policy cover their replacement. Please respect our policy and take the time to discuss it with your camper.
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What is your Privacy Policy?
The Summer Art Academy takes your privacy seriously. Here are the nuts and bolts of what information changes hands when you visit our site or sign up for camp, what we do with that information and what else you can expect from us, privacy-wise. Click Here!
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What is your tax ID number?
Our tax ID number for your records is 47-4975089.
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