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Summer Day Camp Program Important Dates Important Information How to Register

Frequently Asked Questions First Day Information Description of Camp Courses Schedule of ClassesPayment/Tuition R-Number Request FormOnline RegistrationCamp Catalog Supervised Recreation Forms & Publications

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April 21, 2008

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The Rollins College Summer Day Camp Program is an educational "summer camp program" not a "child-care facility."

Frequently Asked Questions


How long is camp?
The traditional model is a 4-week session in June and 4-week session in July. During the summer of 2008, Session A will run from June 9 through July 3 and Session B from July 7 through August 1.

Is there a registration fee or tuition deposit?
Please see the page outlining tuition and fees.

What is the tuition fee per session?
Please see the page outlining tuition and fees.

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What are the payment options?
You may pay by check or money order in person or by mail. The Summer Day Camp Program only accepts Master Card, Discover Card and American Express. Credit Card payments and E-Checks can only be made online by visiting www.rollins.edu/finance, select the Bursar link, select the Online Billing and Payment System link, scroll down and select Guest Payer Login link. There is a 2.75% service charge for online Credit Card payments. There is no service charge for using E-Checks.

What are the age groups for the campers?
We have three age groups:

  • Voyagers are children who have completed kindergarten through 1st grade as of June 2007.
  • Trailblazers are children who have completed 2nd grade through 3rd grade.
  • Pathfinders are children who have completed 4th grade through 5th grade.

I have a camper who is a sibling of a returning camper, when do I register that sibling?
Siblings of returning campers can register on the same date as the returning camper. Returning Campers and Sibling may register online beginning March 8, 2008 starting at 8:00 A.M. Siblings will need a Rollins Identification Number (R-number). To request an R-number please fill out the R-number Request Form as soon as possible. Please allow 24 hours for your request to be processed. To retrieve your returning campers R-number click here.

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Can I register prior to the published start time?
The system is blocked from receiving registrations prior to the published date and time. Attempting to register prior to the published time will delay your registration process. ** Please note that the registration web site is best accessed using Internet Explorer.

How does the online registration process work?
Select the courses your camper would like to attend. Make sure you choose two alternate courses per time slot. This will expedite the registration process. Visit the Summer Day Camp web site on the appropriate date and click on the Registration Information link. You will need your campers Rollins Identification Number (R-number) and password (6-digit date of birth, MMDDYY). You will need to know the Course Reference Number (CRN) for the courses you would like your camper to attend. The CRN number is located under the A/B columns on the Summer Camp schedule. Courses will be removed as they are filled to capacity.

How do I register in person?
Registration may be done online (see the How to Register - left bar) or in person at the Summer Day Camp Administration Offices located at 203 E. Lyman Avenue, Winter Park, Florida 32789. Computer stations will be set up for parents and guardians wishing to register their camper in person the date we open the registration site. Office hours for online registration is 8:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M. on Saturday, March 8th for Returning Campers and Siblings and Saturday, March 15th for New Campers. For assistance during regular business hours, please call 407-646-2604 or send an email to summercamp@rollins.edu.

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How many courses can my camper take?
Four classes are required. Early morning competitive tennis and swimming classes are optional for Trailblazers and Pathfinders. We are offering these classes in the morning to avoid the traditional afternoon rains.

What time does the first and last class start and end?
Campers begin the first class promptly at 9:15 A.M. Campers conclude the day at 3:00 P.M. Morning drop off is between 8:40 A.M. and 9:00 A.M. and pick up starts at 3:05 P.M. (Note: Parents are strongly encouraged not to arrive on campus until 3:00 P.M.)

Will my camper receive first choice courses?
Course registration is first come, first serve. Please have alternate classes selected prior to registration.

How do I waitlist for a course?
If a course has reached it's capacity and you would like to waitlist your camper for that course please contact the Summer Day Camp Administrative Office at 407-646-2604.

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Do you offer before or after care?
Supervised Recreation is available to Rollins College Summer Day campers. A professional staff and team of counselors oversee all structured activities. This is a great time for games, outdoor play and socializing. Supervised Recreations fees and times:

  • Early Bird Supervised Recreation (7:30 A.M.-9:00 A.M.)
  • Night Owl Supervised Recreation (3:00 P.M.- 5:30 P.M.)

Supervised Recreation ends promptly at 5:30 P.M.

What is the camper to staff (teacher and counselor) ratio?
The average ratio is 12 to 1.

Can my camper bring lunch?
Lunch is included in the cost of tuition; however, your child is welcomed to bring his/her own lunch, and healthy snacks.

Will my camper have a locker?
The College does not supply lockers. Backpacks are the perfect accessory for your camper. However, we do ask parents to make sure that the backpacks are not over loaded or too heavy for the camper.

Can I visit my camper during the day?
Yes. Arrangements must be made in advance, please check in at Camp Base to receive your visitor badge. (Note: The location of Camp Base will posted prior to the start of Camp.)

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