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What time does camp run from?

Regular Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Extended Hours: 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

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Funshine

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1. When does camp start?: Funshine 2023 starts on Monday, June 5.

2. What time does camp run from?

Regular Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Extended Hours: 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

3. Can I keep regular hours of 8:30 a.m. but pick up at 5 p.m.?: No. We offer the two options; it is not a flexible time.

4. Can I sign up for just four weeks?: We don't offer any discounts for shorter attendance.

5. Can I sign up for just Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays? Or Tuesdays and Thursdays?: If you prefer, you can sign up for the 8-week program and only have your child attend on the days most convenient for you, but there will not be any price changes.

6. Is there a discount for registering multiple children?: No, there is no discount.

7. Where will camp be?: Funshine 2023 will be held at a local 27j school.

8. Where is drop-off and pick-up at?: We will be housed inside the school. Entrances will be clearly marked and easy to find.

9. What kinds of activities will they be doing?: Swim at least once a week. Arts, crafts, active game, team building, STEM activities. Field trips are on Wednesdays (no field trip the first week).

10. Are swim lessons offered?: Swim lessons will not be offered this year.

11. When will field trip information be available?: Field trip information will be available at the Parent Night. Afterwards, it will be posted online, as well.

12. How do we get our camp T-Shirts?: Camp T-Shirts will be handed out on our first field trip day.

13. Do I need to supply sunscreen?: Yes. Supply your own sunscreen, however, our counselors must hold onto it so please label clearly.

14. What if my child needs medication?: Medication must be turned in to our Nurse by Parent Night. Counselors are certified to administer medication.

15. Can I use my child's Immunization Records from last summer?: No. We are required to have a new CDPHE form annually, completed by your physician.

16. Is Funshine a State Licensed program?: Yes, Funshine is a State Licensed program and required by law to abide by all rules and regulations set forth by the state. Therefore, all paperwork must be verified and submitted before your child can participate or attend the camp or camp activities.

17. Are staff background checked?: Yes, state licensing requires our staff to get cleared through the Colorado Bureau of Investigation, the FBI and the TRAILS system. In addition, the City of Brighton runs a separate background check before we hire any staff.

18. I have a thirteen-year-old. Is there anything for him/her?: Yes! Returning for a second year, our Counselor in Training program. Visit our CIT page for more information.