2014-2019
Exceptional Campers make exceptional mentors
Rewarding Leadership Experiences For Older Children
If your child has demonstrated consistent positive behavior over the years in our camps and would like to continue with us in more of a leadership role, we would love to take the next step!
Positive behavioral role-modeling and proactive helping out is vital to a successful camp.
Tween Mentorship Opportunities
Contact Kim at 919-401-6001 or artzhubnc@gmail.com for more information.
TEACHER WORK DAY CAMP MENTORS
There is one mentorship seat for any tween ages 12-14 in each teacher work day camp.
The fee is our lowest rate of $55 per mentor, per camp date, 9:00-4:00.
The same expectations, depending on their age and experience, apply to our TWD Mentors. (see below)
SUMMER CAMP MENTORS & VOLUNTEERS
1st Summer Mentors (ages 12-14)
Anyone ages 12-14 may join us as a 1st Summer Mentor.
There is one 1st Summer Mentor position available per camp week.
Seats are available on a first come, first served basis.
1st Summer Mentors enjoy 25% off the camp fee, full or half day.
$262.50 for full day, M-F, 9:00-4:00
$131.25 for half day, M-F, 9:00-12:30 or 12:30-4:00
They will be expected to help out 25% of the time and should consider themselves "in training" for future mentor opportunities.
Payment for 1st Summer Mentors may be submitted by check or online.
No cell phones or electronic devices are permitted. Devices may be stored in personal belongings but may not be used during camp hours.
Walkie-Talkies will be provided for communication between Mentors and Camp Directors, as needed.
Returning Mentors (ages 13-14)
Returning Mentors seats are available by invite only at the sole discretion if Program Directors Kim Murdock and Angie Marino.
There is one Returning Mentor seat available per camp week.
Once invites are sent, seats are filled first come, first served.
Returning Mentors enjoy 50% of the regular camp fee, full or half day.
$175 for full day, M-F, 9:00-4:00
$87.50 for half day, M-F, 9:00-12:30 or 12:30-4:00
They will be expected to help out 50% of the time and should consider themselves "in training" for a future mentor or volunteer position.
Payment for Returning Mentors may be submitted by check only, at this time.
No cell phones or electronic devices are permitted. Devices may be stored in personal belongings but may not be used during camp hours.
Walkie-Talkies will be provided for communication between Mentors and Camp Directors, as needed.
Volunteers (ages 15 and up)
Need to log volunteer hours for school?
If your child has demonstrated consistent positive behavior over the years in our camps and would like to return as a volunteer, let us know!
There is one volunteer position available per camp week.
Volunteer positions will be filled at the sole discretion of Program Directors Kim Murdock and Angie Marino.
Volunteers will be held responsible for agreed to tasks.
No cell phones or electronic devices are permitted. Devices may be stored in personal belongings but may not be used during camp hours.
Walkie-Talkies will be provided for communication between Volunteers and Camp Directors, as needed.
What Helping Out Means/ All Mentors & Volunteers
1st Summer Mentors (ages 12-14)
1st Summer Mentors are expected to enhance the overall experience of the campers by modeling positive behavior, at all times. They show an awareness of what is happening around them and are eager to participate in making camp run smoothly. Simply put, 1st Summer Mentors help us by role modeling positive behavior and by being tuned in to his/her fellow campers.
Returning Mentors (ages 13-14)
Returning Mentors are expected to enhance the overall experience of the campers by lending a hand, as needed, and by modeling positive behavior, at all times. They are proactive kids that recognize what needs to be done. They show initiative by asking us if they can help by handing out materials, letting us know if a younger camper needs our help, offering to show a new camper where the bathroom is, etc. They will put other campers before themselves and actively contribute to the camp, as needed, even if they do not finish their own projects.
Volunteers (ages 15 and up)
Volunteers are expected to enhance the overall experience of the campers by lending a hand and by modeling positive behavior, at all times. They will put the needs of campers before themselves, at all times. They are proactive young adults that recognize what needs to be done. They show maturity, initiative and gumption by stepping in to help younger campers, if and when needed. They actively and mindfully contribute to the overall success of the camp.
The Nitty-Gritty
Everyone that participates at camp must acknowledge this opportunity as a privilege.
We all have good intentions but sometimes things go awry. This is a learning experience designed to foster positive role modeling, proactive helping, team-building and accountability. We absolutely wish to see everyone succeed.
Our programming is designed to be fun and relaxed but at the same time we take camper safety seriously and will not allow unacceptable behavior to create a problem for our camp.
Mentors and Volunteers are not responsible for discipline, but they do provide an extra set of eyes/ears during camp hours.
Mentors and Volunteers must be ready, willing and able to help us maintain the safety of all campers, at all times. This is our highest priority.
"Dos and Don'ts" - Behavioral Expectations
Positive Behaviors
Proactive Helping
Following Directions
Positive Role Modeling
Using Encouraging Verbal Language
Demonstrating Appropriate Body Language
Respecting Facility Rules
Being In The Moment
Rewards For Positive Behaviors
1.) Verbal Acknowledgment Of Achievements
2.) Learning New Things About: Oneself, Others, Camper Management, Teaching Styles
3.) Lots Of Adoring, Happy Campers
4.) An Invite To Return
5.) Credit Will Be Logged For Volunteer Hours
Negative Behaviors
Not Showing Initiative
Unsafe/ Reckless Choices
Not Following Directions
Using Disrespectful Language
Using Punitive Language
Demonstrating Inappropriate Body Language
Not Respecting Facility Rules
Using Cell Phone Or Electronic Devices During Camp Hours
Consequences of Negative Behaviors
1. Verbal Reminder/ Email To Parent After Camp
2. Verbal Reminder/ Phone Call To Parent Right Away
3. No Longer A Mentor or Volunteer/ Must Pay Full Price For Remainder Of Camp Week If Chooses To Stay
4. Dismissal Without A Refund Or Credit
5. Hours Will Not Be Logged For Dismissed Volunteers
No one is expected to be perfect. Our goal is to foster and cultivate positive leadership behaviors in our Mentors and Volunteers.
Our camps are camper focused and our priority is to maintain a safe, enriching environment for all participants.