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To register your child for this amazing opportunity, complete the following steps.
1. Register online by clicking here.
2. Pay non-refundable $500 deposit at time of registration to reserve your child’s placement.

To reach us by mail:
HORIZONS USA
c/o Camp Concepts
560 Center St.
Warrington, Pa. 18976

Fax:  215-491-3259
Phone: 267-261-4098
Email: campconcepts@comcast.net
Website: HORIZONS USA 2012 TUITION FEE

Enrollment for HORIZONS USA will remain open until July 11. For registrations made in advance of April 15, the balance of tuition money is due by April 15. For registrations made after April 15, full tuition is due at the time of registration. If, for whatever reason, a camper withdraws between April 16 and May 15, families will be charged a cancellation fee of $400 and all other tuition monies (less initial $500 deposit) will be refunded. No refunds will be awarded after May 16. Any outstanding balance after that time can jeopardize your child's attendance at HORIZONS USA and families may be assessed a $100 late payment penalty. You can pay your deposit and/or balance from our secure payment site by clicking here. We require families to purchase the above mentioned travel insurance to protect you from unforeseen reasons of cancellation. Please consult the policy provider for specific questions. Select this link for a travel insurance quote.

To receive a special rate, be sure to use the following codes:
Organization Name: Camp Concepts
Organization ID#: conc11

Select this link to view the Abroad Insurance Summary of Benefits.
Select this link to view the TravMark Insurance Letter.

Refund Policy: No refunds will be given after May 16th.

Select this link for Camp Participation Policies, including information about deposits and refunds, liability, behavior, camper removal, medical needs, and off-campus transportation.

ADDITIONAL CAMPER INSURANCE
We are also proud to offer additional protection for your child and your investment in summer camp. One of the top quality providers of camp insurance, TravMark, has an excellent and affordable day camp insurance option that gives you and your children additional protection. Included in this coverage is additional medical coverage as well as an excellent cancellation refund coverage. This means that should your child not be able to attend camp for any reason (up to 2 days before the start of camp), you can get up to 75% of your tuition money refunded.

Read more about it: Camper Insurance
Enroll: default.asp?linkid=conc11

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We believe that camp is an opportunity for campers to learn independence. In order to help kids develop a healthy sense of independence, we encourage campers and parents to communicate by email rather than through phone calls. All campers need an adjustment period that will help reduce anxiety and alleviate homesickness. Upon arrival to HORIZONS, we encourage campers to place a call home to let parents know they have arrived safely. We do not want campers using their phones during the first week of camp. This will go a long way in allowing the kids to adjust to their new routine. After that first week, kids are permitted to call home during their evening free times. Phones are not permitted any time during the camp day. If it is urgent that you speak with your child, please call either the HORIZONS USA camp office with Camp Concepts (at 267-261-4098) or the dorm supervisor who will arrange a time for the child to take the call.

We strongly encourage parents and families to write to campers (letters or emails); they are very appreciative of letters from home. George School has wireless Internet connections in various locations on campus including our residential dormitories. Campers may bring a laptop with them but it is not required. Campus computer labs are easily accessible. You will want to make sure campers travel with the proper voltage converter and adapters.

If your child is having a difficult time adjusting to camp, or if there are any other questions or concerns, we will definitely call to discuss them with you. Our staff has been trained to work with campers who are homesick.

SKYPE:  If you have a SKYPE account, we can set up SKYPE sessions!

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We suggest that campers travel with additional discretionary spending money. Every person’s spending habits are different. Please discuss with your child how they will/should spend the money they travel with. We recommend that each camper travels with between $400 and $700 in American currency. Camper money will be kept in a locked safe. Written verification of the amount of money that is deposited will be provided to each camper. Campers may withdraw any amount of money they need or want. Campers will simply sign a verification form for each withdrawal made. Camp Concepts will not tell campers how they can spend their money. We expect that all families will discuss spending habits prior to their arrival at camp. In addition, some families also choose to send campers with a Visa/Debit purchasing card.

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All necessary medical forms must be submitted by May 1st. It is very difficult for us to track down forms so please take the necessary steps to make sure those forms are submitted in advance of the due date. You may fax medical information or records to us at 215-491-3259.

To ensure the safety of all campers, HORIZONS USA requests verification on the camper history of the following immunizations:
• MMR (2 shots)
• POLIO (2 shots)
• TETANUS, DIPTHERIA, and PERTUSSIS (Booster within last 7 years)
• HEPATITIS B (3 shots)
• VARICELLA (or proof of illness)
• PPD (Purified Protein Derivative- Tuberculosis test)

Please be sure to check off the immunization shots your child has received and indicate the date of the last shot when completing the online Medical Emergency Form.

We recommend all campers have a physical before coming to camp.  PLEASE MAKE YOUR DOCTOR APPOINTMENT WELL IN ADVANCE OF ARRIVAL.

Select this link to view the Abroad Insurance Summary of Benefits.
Select this link to view the TravMark Insurance Letter.

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Suggested Packing List

CLOTHING: Average summer temperatures in eastern Pennsylvania range from 80 to 95 degrees Fahrenheit during the day and 65-75 degrees at night.  Dorm rooms are air conditioned.
Socks (8-10 pair)
Underwear (10)
Pajamas or nightgown (2)
Lightweight shirts/T-shirts (10-12)
Sweatshirt or hooded sweatshirt (1)
Shorts (8 pair)
Long pants or jeans (3 pair)
Rain jacket or poncho or umbrella
Sweatpants (2)
Bathing suits (2 or 3)  Swimming everyday, sometimes twice a day
Towels: bath (2), beach (2)
Flip flops (1 pair)
Sneakers (2 pair) (flip flops not permitted during camp day)
Shoes- nice occasions or church visits
Tevas or water shoes
One dressy outfit for Sunday church or Independent School reception events

OTHER ESSENTIALS
toilet kit for personal hygiene products
backpack for weekend day trips
Camera (batteries and/or charger) necessary adapter for US electricity current.

Valuables
Please be selective when deciding to bring irreplaceable valuables with you to camp.  We cannot be responsible for lost or stolen items.

Personal Listening Devices, iPods, and Video Games
We realize these items are important to kids. Whereas we do not ban them from being brought on this trip, we do limit their use to evening free times and on weekend free times or in dorm rooms.  We also remind campers that they are responsible for these valuable items.

Luggage Weight & Packing Restrictions
Most airlines restrict the number of bags and the total weight of the luggage. Please check with your airline as to their packing limitations.

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Daily Meals
Campers will eat daily meals in the full service dining room at George School. Each meal consists of a variety of main entrée items, fresh fruit, fresh salad and vegetables, and fresh, home-baked desserts. 

Daily Schedule and Activities
Typical Monday through Friday sample schedule:
7:00 a.m.  Rise and shine
7:45 a.m.  Breakfast
8:15 a.m.  Room inspection
8:45 a.m.  Dorm meeting
9:00 a.m.  Camp day begins
2:45 p.m.  Camp day ends
3:00 to 5:00 p.m. English Academy
5:00-5:45 p.m.  Clean up for dinner
5:45-6:30 p.m.  Dinner
6:30-7:00 p.m.  Resource Time- individual/team study hall for English Academy
7:30-9:45 p.m.  Free time, special events, movies, swimming, games, etc.
10:30 p.m.  Lights out.

One of the things that make this experience so valuable is that during the day, campers are fully immersed and engaged in various games and activities with same age, American kids. The George School Day Camp has been in operation since 1977 and seeks to provide campers with the exposure to a wide variety of fun games and activities. Some of these activities include: archery, mountain biking, kayaking, indoor rock climbing, various individual and team sports, swimming in the 25-meter, indoor pool, and more. These activities take place from 8:45 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Example of Saturday Schedule:
8:30 a.m. Rise and shine
9:00 a.m. Breakfast
9:00 a.m-10:00 a.m.  Room inspection/laundry
10:00 a.m-4:00 p.m.  Day trips
5:30 p.m.  Dinner
6:15 p.m. Free time
7:00 to 9:00 p.m.  Social hour-games, special activities, camp fire, etc.

Example of Sunday Schedule: (Except for homestay Sunday)
8:30 a.m.  Rise and shine
9:00 a.m.  Breakfast
9:45 a.m.  Religious Services- choice of attending Quaker Meeting for Worship on the campus of George School, attending a local church or other local non-denominational church service.
12:30 p.m.  Lunch
1:00-4:00 p.m.  Free time
5:30 p.m.  Dinner
6:15 p.m.  Dorm Meeting
6:30 -7:30 p.m.  Resource Study Hall to prepare for upcoming week
7:30-9:30  Activity Period
10:00  Ready for bed/  Lights out

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Whereas participation in Camp Concepts’ Horizons USA is voluntary, campers and parents need to understand that we rely on camp acceptance and understanding that it is the responsibility of each camper to follow written and unwritten rules of safe behavior while enrolled in Horizons USA. We will work hard to instill a sense of community within the camp. Towards that end, we expect campers and staff to work together in a spirit of mutual respect. Each camper needs to accept responsibility for his/her own actions but should also look out for the best interest of others as well. We understand that even good kids may make a bad decision or use poor judgment at times, and we will address those situations with care and concern for each individual involved. However, there are those extreme situations when campers will not be given a second chance and may be asked to leave Horizons USA. 

Types of things that will not be tolerated: use of illegal drugs or alcohol, threats or acts of violence or aggression, stealing, leaving dormitory or campus without staff supervision, consistent disrespect and disobedience. Again, we work very hard to handle each situation with care and concern and certainly do not expect any problems. Parent and camper must sign the behavioral contract on the registration form that clearly states that if a camper were to be asked to leave Horizons USA due to bad behavior, it would be at the sole expense of the family to immediately book and pay for a return flight and no tuition would be refunded. Please speak to your child in advance of departure so they understand these expectations.   

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