Greetings from International Ivy,
I hope you are doing well and staying healthy both physically and emotionally. I know that Coronavirus (COVID-19) has been at the forefront of everyone’s mind. I, too, continue to closely monitor the latest updates and developments. The health and safety of our campers, families, and staff is our top priority. We will take into consideration all the information and guidance we receive from the CDC, the Health Department, as well as the American Camp Association.
For the last two summers, we have operated both in-person camp and virtual camp. This summer, we are planning to to operate only in-person camp as vaccinations continue to rise. It is during times of uncertainty that the value of camp is immeasurable. Now more than ever, our children, staff, and families need camp to foster connections to each other and the community! For in-person camp, we are have adopted additional protocols in order to better protect the health and safety of everyone.
Stay Home if your camper is not feeling well
We cannot stress strongly enough, that if your camper does not feel well in anyway, please do not send them to camp. This is the single most important thing you can do as a parent to ensure the health and safety of your child and the rest of our camp community.
Again, because we want to do everything to keep camp operating in a safe manner, if your child is exhibiting symptoms of an illness of any kind, you cannot send your child to camp that day under any circumstances.
Masks
Masking is optional at this time but our policy is subject to change based on CDC guidance.
Hand Sanitizing
One of the biggest factors in preventing the spread of viruses are diligent hand cleaning procedures. Campers are asked to use hand sanitizers upon entry into camp.
Class Capacity
To support personal spacing, International Ivy has changed the class capacity of every class from 12 students (pre-Covid) to 10 students.
Cleaning
Desks, chairs, door knobs and other surfaces will be sanitized before each class. We have built in a 10-15 minute time at the end of each class as a cleaning and water break so campers will be hydrating as we are sanitizing camp for the next activity.
Sick Procedures
In the event that your child begins to feel ill during the day, they will be brought to a separate area of the program office and you will be called to come to camp to
pick up your camper as soon as possible. Campers must be fever free for 24 hours without medication before they will be permitted to return to camp
We look forward to a great summer! Please do reach out if you have any questions or comments.
Safe Regards,
Lily Wong
Program Director