• For Summer 2021, EDMO will be offering on-Site Camps for kids age 4 to those entering 5th Grade.

Please send your kid to camp each day with the following items: 

• For tech-themed camps: Their device for the program (see theme page for details)
• Lunch and snack (no nuts, please!)
• Face mask/face covering
• Reusable water bottle 
• Sunscreen
• Hat/sunglasses (for sun protection)
• Backpack/bag to take home projects or carry their device
• Change of clothes
• Optional: a book, puzzle, or another independent game for kids to play during lunch or free play time

• We do not allow weapons, drugs, alcohol, tobacco or other banned substances at camp. We also do not allow animals at camp except in the case of service animals. We have strict safety guidelines and also do not allow any unattended scooters, bikes or skateboards.
• If your kid rides a scooter, bike or skateboard to camp, we will ask them to store their scooter, bike or skateboard in a designated area and it must remain there for the duration of camp. 
• We ask that your kid keep any electronic devices in their bag throughout the duration of camp unless it is being used for a technology theme at camp. Devices include but are not limited to cell phones, tablets, laptops and chromebooks.

• Unfortunately, due to the COVID-19 regulations dictating cohort size, we will be unable to hold a Leader-in-Training program this summer. Check back in January 2022 for an update on the Leader-in-Training program.
  

• Due to COVID-19 safety concerns, EDMO will not be offering a purchased lunch option for summer 2021 camps. Kids will need to bring their own NUT-FREE lunch and snacks to all in-person programs.

• Due to local and state COVID-19 requirements, EDMO will not be offering the standard version of Extended Care this summer. Instead, we will be including a “flex pick-up time” at every on-site camp location. 
• This means that although the camp day is over at 2:30pm (for PK-K kids) and 3:00pm (for 1st-5th grade kids), kids can be picked up anytime within a 2 hour window of camp ending. Your kid(s) will remain with the same staff members during this flex pick-up window and there is no extra charge!
  

• We understand that sometimes things happen, and adults might be a little late to pick up their kid from an on-site camp, but we ask that you please make your best effort to be on time picking up each day, as our EDMO staff need time to prepare for the next day. 
• If you or the person picking your child up are going to be late, please call your EDMO location to let them know how late you expect to be. You will be charged $2/minute for every minute past the official end of camp that you are late.
  

Due to COVID-19 regulations, and for the safety of our staff and kids at camp, we will not be able to host meet & greets or camp tours. You will get to meet and chat with the staff working with your kid during dropoff and pickup each day.

• If you need to make any changes to your information after register such as updating emergency contacts, health history information, or buddy requests, simply follow these steps: 

• Log in to Activity Hero
• Once you log in, you should see a list of all your upcoming camp registrations 
• If you're missing any forms, you'll see a "Complete All Forms" button at the top of that list, click to complete any forms
• If you have completed all forms but want to make changes, click “See Details”  under the registration information on the right
• Click “Details” next to the participant you would like to update information for
• Scroll down until you see the “Participant Information” section
• Finally, click “Edit Participant Info” and you will be able to edit information

You can also call our team at 415-282-6673 or email info@campedmo.org and we can help you make any changes you need.

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• Anyone who will be picking up your kid from camp will need to be on their Pickup Authorization list that you complete during the registration process. If you would like to add someone to your kid’s Pickup Authorization list after registering, please update your account information. Or email us at info@campedmo.org. Anyone picking up a child will need to provide a photo ID every day to confirm they are authorized to pick up your kid.

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• If your kid gets an unfortunate bump, scrape, or skinned knee, you will receive a note about the incident at pickup. In the event of any head injury or serious bodily injury, you or your emergency contacts will receive a call within 15 minutes of the injury, and a full written Incident Report will be provided to you within 48 hours.

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• We will work with you to develop an action plan to help support your kid at camp, including coming to agreements of behavior. Unfortunately, if your kid repeatedly detracts from the camp experience of other children and staff, or compromises the safety of others, we may ask you to pick your kid up from camp.

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• If your child needs an aide, please click here.

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• In order to ensure the safety of all the kids in our camps, all of our camp sites are designated nut-free. Please DO NOT BRING ANY NUT PRODUCTS (trail mix, peanut butter, granola bars, Nutella, etc.). We apologize for any inconvenience, but this policy ensures the safety of our kids at camp with life-threatening allergies. Each day at check-in, our staff will ask if there are any nuts in your kid’s lunch or snack. If there are, you will be asked to take the food items with you and return with a non-nut option for your kid to eat.

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• Please bring any medication your kid needs to take during the day on the first day of camp and make sure it is clearly labeled with their name and a picture of them. When you arrive at camp, you will be asked to place the clearly labeled medication in a designated storage container. An EDMO staff member will administer the medication as prescribed.

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• During registration, you will fill out a health information section to outline all allergies so your kid’s camp leader is aware of any allergies before the start of camp. Please bring any medication your kid needs for allergies on the first day of camp and make sure it is clearly labeled with their name and a picture of them. When you arrive at camp, you will be asked to place the clearly labeled medication in a designated storage container. At EDMO, we have a very strict NO NUTS policy and we do everything in our power to keep kids safe from common allergens, but please make sure your kid is very aware of their allergies and remind them to never share food.

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• You can include a note for staff about your kid during the registration process. Simply put any information you would like them to know in the “Other Requests” section and they will get the information.

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• Technology needs for on-site camps will vary by program. Kids who are not participating in a technology-based program will not need to bring any technology to camp. For kids attending technology-based on-site camps, you will find the list of all technology needed to participate in camp activities listed on the specific theme page and in your confirmation email.

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• Each day at check-in, before the person dropping off your kid leaves, our EDMO staff member will run through a checklist to make sure each kid has everything they need for camp. If it is discovered that your kid has forgotten their device or charger, we will ask that the person dropping off your kid returns home to get the required supplies and bring them back to camp.

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• If our EDMO staff is unable to log into your kid’s device or if parental controls block access to the internet or downloads, we will reach out by phone for your support. The best option is to make sure you disable all parental controls or passwords for connecting to wifi before camp.

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• If your kid’s device runs into crashing issues during camp, our EDMO staff will have alternate activities they can work on while the issue is fixed.

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• EDMO offers half-day and full-day camp programs online via Zoom. Online camps are available for kids age 4 through those entering 8th grade. Half-day online camps last 2.5 hours and are offered twice a day: a morning session from 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. (Pacific Time) and an afternoon session from 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. (Pacific Time). Full-day online camps combine both sessions, with a one-hour lunch break from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. (Pacific Time). All online camp programs are available as Monday-Friday options and certain themes will also support single day options, check out the online camp page to see options.

To ensure kids in our online camps get the attention and engagement that is so important for online learning, we adjust ratios based on age group and program. Below are the maximum kid:instructor ratios for our online camps: 

Preschool/Kindergarten: 10:1

Grades 1-2: 

• Technology-based camps: 8:1
• All other camps: 15:1

Grades 3-5:

• Technology-based camps: 10:1
• All other camps: 15:1

Grades 6-8: 15:1

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• Registration for online camps closes the Sunday night before the camp begins. If you miss the registration deadline, you can reach out to our team at 415-282-6673 and we can help you get registered.

If you need to make any changes to your information after registering—such as updating emergency contacts, health history information, or buddy requests—simply follow these steps: 

• Log in to Activity Hero
• Once you log in, you should see a list of all your upcoming camp registrations 
• If you're missing any forms, you'll see a "Complete All Forms" button at the top of that list, click to complete any forms
• If you have completed all forms but want to make changes, click “See Details”  under the registration information on the right
• Click “Details” next to the participant you would like to update information for
• Scroll down until you see the “Participant Information” section
• Finally, click “Edit Participant Info” and you will be able to edit information 
• You can also call our team at 415-282-6673 or email info@campedmo.org and we can help you make any changes you need.
  

• We recommend that an adult or other individual who can help your participating child log onto Zoom be present for the first 5-10 minutes of the online camp to help kids make sure all supplies or technology work as the camp is starting. For our youngest kids, those who are 4-6 years old, there may be times they need help with project tasks, such as cutting or gluing, so we advise that an adult be nearby to help. EDMO is not responsible for the full supervision of kids in our online camps. An adult must be present for those kids who need physical supervision.
  

Once you register for your online camp, you will receive an automated confirmation email that will include information about your camp, your Zoom link and password, and your supply list for the camp. You can also find your Zoom information on your Activity Hero account under the “My Registrations” section.

We know that learning online can bring some concern over safety, so EDMO has developed a set of safety standards to keep kids safe while they are participating in online programs: 

• Zoom links are specific to each online camp or class and are only available to participants who have registered for the program.
• We use moderated waiting rooms for every online program to ensure that those individuals entering the Zoom room are registered for the class. 
• We ask everyone joining Zoom to have their video and mic on so we can visually confirm they are a kid joining the class.
• Our check-in process includes letting one or two kids at a time into the Zoom room to confirm they are on our roster of participants.
• We have a team of support staff who can jump in at any time to help with any Zoom concerns, including an instructor’s internet going out, an unauthorized person in the Zoom room, and behavior issues that may arise. 
• All our instructors have the ability to remove a person from the Zoom room and can turn off the video or microphone for any participant to ensure the safety of kids in our online classes and camps.

In addition to having the Zoom link for the online camp, we also suggest a few guidelines for kids joining the class to ensure the safety of kids and their family online: 

• Set your kid up with a background that blocks the view into your home space. For example, position their device so there is a wall behind them, hang a blanket or sheet up, or have them use a virtual background. This helps to keep others from seeing into your home, and helps minimize distractions for other participants in the online camp if you have people moving around your home during the day.
• Remind your kid that they should never disclose personal information such as their full home address or phone number online. Our instructors might ask kids where they live when doing introductions, but they are asking only for a state or city.
• Have your kid practice muting and unmuting themselves. This will allow your kid to stay on mute when needed, so others in the class do not overhear private conversations, while also allowing them the autonomy to unmute themselves to join in the conversations with the camp. 
• Make sure your kid has the supplies they need for camp near them in their work area (see supplies section below for more info).

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• To join the Zoom classroom, you will need a Zoom-compatible device such as a smartphone, tablet, laptop, or computer with a webcam and a stable internet connection. In addition, there may be more technology requirements for online camps that are technology-based, such as Minecraft, Roblox, and Animation Studio. Please make sure to check the requirements for these specific camps.

We do not have any control over Zoom issues that may arise during the online camp, but we will do everything we can to help you when we can. For more information, please refer to the Zoom troubleshooting guides below: 

Camera/Video Issues:

• https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/202952568-My-Video-Camera-Isn-t-Working

Audio Issues: 

• https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/204484835-My-Audio-is-Not-Working-on-iOS-or-Android
• https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/201362283-Testing-computer-or-device-audio

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• The supplies needed for camp vary by the theme. You will find all supply information listed on our website under the specific theme in the “You Will Need” section. 
• In addition to the list on the theme page, we also provide a downloadable list of supplies and a daily breakdown of supplies, click on the “Download Printable Instructions & Full Supply List” to see the list. 
• We also have the option for you to purchase pre-made supply kits that will include almost everything you need for the camp week. The printable supply list shows which supplies will and will not be included in each supply kit. You will have the option to add a supply kit during the registration process.

• You will have some options when purchasing supply kits for online camps. 
• We will have a theme kit that will include most of the specific supplies that you will need for the theme (we are unable to ship liquid or food items), and a general supply kit that will have items that can be used across multiple themes, such as scissors, tape, glue, markers, etc. 
• The contents of the supply kits will be designated on the printable supply lists.

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• All orders for supply kits must be placed at least 3 weeks before the start of the online camp. If you are registering for an online camp less than 3 weeks before the start date of the camp, you will need to collect/purchase supplies on your own.

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• In addition to the supply lists posted on our website, you will also receive the supply list for your online camp in your confirmation email and in the reminder emails we will send you from ActivityHero.

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• Due to the fact that we have an outside provider supplying our kits, we are unable to allow any modifications to supply kits. You have the option to not purchase a supply kit and just purchase the supplies you need on your own.

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• Visit the Camp@Home page. 
• Scroll down and enter your Zip Code to see the availability of Camp@Home in your area. 
• If Camp@Home is available in your area, you will see options for different lengths of camp. Make your selection for the number of weeks you want camp.
• This will take you to a calendar view. Select the start date for your camp week/weeks. 
• You will then go through the registration process and provide all of your information to confirm your booking. Registration

• EDMO will be complying with all county and state COVID-19 restrictions. Each county has their own restrictions that dictate how many weeks a kid must attend summer programs, and we will be following each county’s guidelines. Please search for your zip code on the Camp@Home page to see how many weeks you can sign up for based on your location.

• No, you can add participants to the Camp@Home program up until the day before the first day of camp. During the registration process, you will only be asked to provide your information or the information of the family hosting the program.

• Three weeks before your Camp@Home program starts, you will receive an email with an enrollment link to send to all the participants you are inviting to join the Camp@Home program. One week before the start of camp, each participant will receive an email with information on what to bring, an introduction to your camp staff, details about our COVID-19 policies and procedures and everything else you will need to have a successful Camp@Home program. We will also be reaching out throughout the Spring with any updates related to our COVID-19 policies or procedures.
  

• Technology needs for Camp@Home will vary by program. Kids who are not participating in a technology-based program will not need to bring any technology to camp. For kids attending technology-based camps, you will find the list of all technology needed to participate in camp activities listed on the specific theme page and in your welcome email.

• Each day at check-in, before the person dropping off your kid leaves, our EDMO staff member will run through a checklist to make sure each kid has everything they need for camp. If it is discovered that your kid has forgotten their device or charger, we will ask that the person dropping off your kid returns home to get the required supplies and bring them back to camp.
  

• If our EDMO staff is unable to log into your kid’s device or if parental controls block access to the internet or downloads, we will reach out by phone for your support. The best option is to make sure you disable all parental controls or passwords for connecting to wifi before camp.
  

If your kid’s device runs into crashing issues during camp, our EDMO staff will have alternate activities they can work on while the issue is fixed.

The theme options available for Camp@Home will depend on the grade level range of the kids you are inviting to join the Camp@Home program. See options by grades below: 

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PK-5th: ‍

• Engineering with Empathy
• Space Squad
• Expressive Arts
• Video Game Crafts

PK-2nd: 

• Fantastic Jurassic
• ARTapalooza
• Sensory Scientists
• Super Spies
• Space Squad
• Books & Boogie
• Crafty Chemists
• Empathy Innovators
• Character Crafts
• Expressive Arts
• Engineering with Empathy

1st-5th: 

• Expressive Arts
• Dino Science
• Engineering with Empathy
• Video Game Crafts
• Chemistry Lab
• Animation Studio
• Coding in Scratch
• 3D Digital Modeling 

EDMO offers a variety of online class formats to fit the needs of every family. Our current online class offerings include: 

• Weeklong: Classes meet each day for one week, Monday-Friday, at the same time each day.
• Once a week: Classes meet one day a week on the same day at the same time for 5 weeks. 
• Single class: Class meets one time.

To ensure kids in our online classes get the attention and engagement that is so important for online learning, we adjust ratios based on age group and program. Below are the maximum kids:instructor rations for our online classes: 

Preschool/Kindergarten: 10:1

Grades 1-5: 

• Technology-based classes: 10:1
• All other classes: 15:1

Grades 6-8: 15:1

• Registration is open for online classes up until 30 minutes before the start of the first class. If you are interested in registering for a program within 30 minutes of the start, please call us at 415-282-6673 and we will help you get registered.

If you need to make any changes to your information after registering—such as updating emergency contacts, health history information, or buddy requests—simply follow these steps: 

If you need to make any changes to your information after registering—such as updating emergency contacts, health history information, or buddy requests—simply follow these steps: 

• Log in to Activity Hero
• Once you log in, you should see a list of all your upcoming camp registrations 
• If you're missing any forms, you'll see a "Complete All Forms" button at the top of that list, click to complete any forms
• If you have completed all forms but want to make changes, click “See Details”  under the registration information on the right
• Click “Details” next to the participant you would like to update information for
• Scroll down until you see the “Participant Information” section
• Finally, click “Edit Participant Info” and you will be able to edit information

You can also call our team at 415-282-6673 or email info@campedmo.org and we can help you make any changes you need.

• We recommend that an adult or other individual who can help your participating child log onto Zoom be present for the first 5-10 minutes of the online camp to help kids make sure all supplies or technology work as the camp is starting. For our youngest kids, those who are 4-6 years old, there may be times they need help with project tasks, such as cutting or gluing, so we advise that an adult be nearby to help. EDMO is not responsible for the full supervision of kids in our online camps. An adult must be present for those kids who need physical supervision.
  

Once you register for your online camp, you will receive an automated confirmation email that will include information about your camp, your Zoom link and password, and your supply list for the camp. You can also find your Zoom information on your Activity Hero account under the “My Registrations” section.

We know that learning online can bring some concern over safety, so EDMO has developed a set of safety standards to keep kids safe while they are participating in online programs: 

• Zoom links are specific to each online camp or class and are only available to participants who have registered for the program.
• We use moderated waiting rooms for every online program to ensure that those individuals entering the Zoom room are registered for the class. 
• We ask everyone joining Zoom to have their video and mic on so we can visually confirm they are a kid joining the class.
• Our check-in process includes letting one or two kids at a time into the Zoom room to confirm they are on our roster of participants.
• We have a team of support staff who can jump in at any time to help with any Zoom concerns, including an instructor’s internet going out, an unauthorized person in the Zoom room, and behavior issues that may arise. 
• All our instructors have the ability to remove a person from the Zoom room and can turn off the video or microphone for any participant to ensure the safety of kids in our online classes and camps.

In addition to having the Zoom link for the online camp, we also suggest a few guidelines for kids joining the class to ensure the safety of kids and their family online: 

• Set your kid up with a background that blocks the view into your home space. For example, position their device so there is a wall behind them, hang a blanket or sheet up, or have them use a virtual background. This helps to keep others from seeing into your home, and helps minimize distractions for other participants in the online camp if you have people moving around your home during the day.
• Remind your kid that they should never disclose personal information such as their full home address or phone number online. Our instructors might ask kids where they live when doing introductions, but they are asking only for a state or city.
• Have your kid practice muting and unmuting themselves. This will allow your kid to stay on mute when needed, so others in the class do not overhear private conversations, while also allowing them the autonomy to unmute themselves to join in the conversations with the camp. 
• Make sure your kid has the supplies they need for camp near them in their work area (see supplies section below for more info).

• To join the Zoom classroom, you will need a Zoom-compatible device such as a smartphone, tablet, laptop, or computer with a webcam and a stable internet connection. In addition, there may be more technology requirements for online camps that are technology-based, such as Minecraft, Roblox, and Animation Studio. Please make sure to check the requirements for these specific camps.

We do not have any control over Zoom issues that may arise during the online camp, but we will do everything we can to help you when we can. For more information, please refer to the Zoom troubleshooting guides below: 

Camera/Video Issues:

• https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/202952568-My-Video-Camera-Isn-t-Working

Audio Issues: 

• https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/204484835-My-Audio-is-Not-Working-on-iOS-or-Android
• https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/201362283-Testing-computer-or-device-audio

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• The supplies needed vary by program. You will find all supply information listed on our website under the specific theme. While on the theme page, look for the “You Will Need” section which will have a typed out list of supplies needed for each program. You also have the option to click the PDF version of the supply by selecting “Download Printable Instructions & Full Supply List.”

• In addition to the supply lists posted on our website, you will also receive the supply list for your online camp in your confirmation email and in the reminder emails we will send you from ActivityHero.

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Yes! We have 2:1 and 3:1 coaching for a small additional fee. This option is available as an add-on during registration. Coaching sessions max out at 3 kids.

Yes! Select “Book Recurring Sessions” on the session checkout page. You can book as many as 50 sessions at one time.

Your online coaching session Zoom link comes in your confirmation email after booking.

• We recommend that an adult or other individual who can help log on to Zoom be present for the first 5-10 minutes of the online coaching session to help kids make sure they have all supplies and their technology works. For our youngest kids, those who are 4-6 years old, there may be times they need help with their project, such as cutting and gluing, so we advise that an adult be nearby to help. EDMO is not responsible for the full supervision of kids in our online coaching sessions. An adult must be present for those kids who need physical supervision.
  

In addition to having the Zoom link for the online coaching session, we also suggest a few guidelines for kids joining the class to ensure the safety of kids and their family online: 

• Set your kid up with a background that blocks the view into your home space. For example, position their device so there is a wall behind them, hang a blanket or sheet up, or have them use a virtual background. This helps to keep others from seeing into your home, and helps minimize distractions for other participants in the online camp if you have people moving around your home during the day.
• Remind your kid that they should never disclose personal information such as their full home address or phone number online. Our instructors might ask kids where they live when doing introductions, but they are asking only for a state or city.
• Have your kid practice muting and unmuting themselves. This will allow your kid to stay on mute when needed, so others in the class do not overhear private conversations, while also allowing them the autonomy to unmute themselves to join in the conversations with the camp. 
• Make sure your kid has the supplies they need for camp near them in their work area (see supplies section below for more info).

We do not have any control over Zoom issues that may arise during the online camp, but we will do everything we can to help you when we can. For more information, please refer to the Zoom troubleshooting guides below: 

Camera/Video Issues:

• https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/202952568-My-Video-Camera-Isn-t-Working

Audio Issues: 

• https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/204484835-My-Audio-is-Not-Working-on-iOS-or-Android
• https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/201362283-Testing-computer-or-device-audio

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To book an EDMO Birthday Party, start by selecting the topic you would like for your party. This will bring up a calendar with date availability for that topic. Select your date and you will be taken to the page to complete your booking. We will ask you to tell us a little about the birthday kid, what customizations they would like, and how many party attendees you are expecting.

After you book an EDMO Birthday Party, you will receive a confirmation email with the details of your booking. You will then receive an email from your Birthday Party Host with more information about prep for the party and any information you need to send to your party guests before the date.

Each party topic has a specific set of supply needs. Please find the supply list for your party topic on the main Birthday Party page. Your Birthday Party Host will also email you the supply list after you book a party.

• After you book a party, your confirmation email will contain the Zoom link (for virtual parties), which you can pass along to your guests. The email from your Birthday Party Host will include the supply list and any additional instructions for you and your guests to set up before the party. You can forward this email to guests or include the information as part of your party invitation. It is the responsibility of the family who booked the party to pass information along to their guests.
  

EDMO programs are offered on the following holiday and school breaks: 

• Monday after New Year’s Day
• MLK Day
• Valentines Day
• President’s Day
• President’s/Ski Week
• Spring Break
• Memorial Day
• Labor Day
• Fall Break
• Veteran’s Day
• Thanksgiving Break
• Winter Break

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• 60-minute and 90-minute classes, available as single-day classes
• 2.5-hour half-day camps (you can combine morning and afternoon half-day camps to make a full day), available as weeklong packages or single-day classes
• Full day, in-person camps at select locations

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