Frequently Asked Questions

Q: My child will not be the correct age at the start of the camp session that I want to register him/her for, but will be by Sept. 1, 2008. May I register?

A: Yes, you may register your child for the program as long as he/she is the correct age by Sept. 1, 2008, the age deadline set by MCPS (see individual camp descriptions for details). NOTE: These registrations can only be done via mail, fax or dropped off at city facilities.

Q: Can I enroll my child in the same camp all summer?

A: All Rockville camps, including those emphasizing particular skills, are offered in a recreational setting. The emphasis is on fun, sportsmanship and safety. Some camps, such as Ballet and Gymnastics, are divided into skill levels and repeating sessions may be  beneficial. However, most camp sessions can be somewhat repetitive, so please keep this in mind when enrolling in the same camp for more than one session.

Q: What about the camp staff who will be supervising my child?

A: Our camp staff is selected for their experience, enthusiasm, desire and ability to work well with children. Staff training includes safety procedures, program planning, skills development, and techniques in working with children. Staff is certified in CPR and First Aid training. Reference and background checks, including fingerprinting, are also part of the hiring process.

Q: How can I access the bus transportation? How does it work?

A: When you register, indicate what bus stop you will be using. Be sure your child is at the stop starting at 8:15 am, especially the first few days of a session. Campers will be transported from the bus stops to Welsh Park, the hub for the camp transportation system. There, with the assistance of camp staff, campers will be grouped by camp and transported or walked to their camp location. In the afternoon, the system is reversed. Campers are brought to Welsh Park, grouped by bus stop and transported to their neighborhood stop, where parents/guardians should be there to pick up children at approximately 3:20 pm. After the first few days, a more accurate time schedule will be established, though no exact time for pick up/drop off can be given due to traffic, road construction, etc. Please note that bus stops are not staffed. All busses leave from and return to Welsh Park, the hub for the camp transportation system. If you have children in several camps that include bus transportation, dropping at Welsh Park is an option. Children should not be dropped off at Welsh Park until 8:50 a.m. and should be picked up at 3:10 p.m.

Q: Will I receive more details and information about the camp my child is registered in?

A: Approximately 10 days prior to your child’s camp experience, you will receive a packet in the mail. It will include an outline of a typical day, what to bring (and not to bring!) to camp, dismissal information, important forms that must be completed and returned with your child on the first day and more. Note: forms are also available on the camp web page.

Updated 01/09/08