Q:Where is the camp located?
A: The Art Exchange Summer Camp is located on the safe and secure campus of the University of North Carolina at Wilmington in the Suite Services Building.Q: What are the ages of children attending?
A: Children ages 6-12 are permitted to attend The Art Exchange Summer Camp. Children are divided into appropriate age groups periodically throughout the day depending on the activity.Q: What are the hours of camp?
A: Camp hours are from 9:00am – 3:00pm. Campers will prepare for dismissal at approximately 2:45pm. Camp is open 15 minutes before and after for your convenience.Q:What are the dates of this summer camp?
A: There are 6 one-week sessions for The Art Exchange 2008.The dates are as follows:
June: 9-13
June 16-20
June 23-27
July 7-11
July 14-18
July 21-25
Q: How many weeks can I sign up for?
A: Unlimited! The projects will be the same from week to week, however the visiting artists, the atmosphere, and the cast of campers will always be different. The beauty of art is that it is constantly evolving. Kids are full of ideas and we want to allow them to use as many of them as possible.Q: What is the cost per week and what does that cover?
A: The Art Exchange Summer Camp is only $185 weekly per child. This covers all the materials for building their projects, activities, guest artists, their Art Exchange T-shirt, pizza and drinks on Fridays, field trips, and the UNCW processing/handling fee. However, parents will be asked to provide a light-colored T-shirt, socks or miscellaneous items for their child to use for the tie-dye activity.Q: Is Before-care or After-care available?
A: Yes, both Before-care and After-care are available. Before-care begins at 7:45am and After-care lasts until 5:30pm. A weekly fee of $50 PER CHILD for both sessions can be applied to the registration form or $25 for individual Before or After-care sessions.Q: Describe the backgrounds of the counselors.
A: Our full-time staff members are degreed professionals. All of our counselors are screened and certified in CPR and First-Aid. In addition to our staff of counselors, we also have junior counselors who are given the opportunity to learn skills and responsibilities important in the world today.Q: Is there a deadline for registration?
A: No, there isn’t a deadline, but there is a late registration fee of $25 if registered after May 18, 2008. This is largely due to the supply ordering process.Q: Can I switch weeks after registering?
A: Yes, but there is a $25 switching fee PER CHILD for this as well. We understand that emergencies and unexpected events may occur, but we implemented this in an attempt to keep our weekly rosters and materials as accurate and organized as possible, so as to serve you better!Q: What happens if I decide to cancel?
A: If you decide to cancel, you must do so 2 weeks prior to the first day of the week your child was registered. There will be a $50 cancellation fee PER CHILD. If two weeks notice is not given prior to cancellation, there will be no refund whatsoever.Q: What is the maximum number of campers allowed per week?
A: 30 campers permitted each week.Q: What is the Counselor/Camper ratio?
A: 1:7Q: Is lunch provided for campers?
A: No, lunch is not provided daily, except on Fridays. Campers are expected to bring lunch Monday-Thursday. On Fridays, pizza and beverages will be provided for the Graduation Celebration. Vending Machines are available to the campers for snacks and drinks.**PEANUT PRODUCTS ARE NOT PERMITTED at camp due to the severe allergy that affects many children.