CRYSTAL LAKE BASICS
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HIGH FIVE BASICS | Crystal Lake
Important Dates
Registration closed on Wednesday, June 12, 2024.
Friday, March 1 | Registration opened. Register under Campus Electives.
Wednesday, May 31 | Last day to receive a full refund for cancelation without the possibility of a $25 fee
Friday, June 14 | Receive camper email with essential information for the week
Sundays, June 9 and 16 before and after the gatherings | T-shirt pick up
High Five | Monday through Friday, June 17–21
Schedule
Doors Open 8:30 AM – Lobby open for fun!
All Campers: 9:00 AM–12:30 PM
How Much Does High Five Cost?
Both preschool and grade school programs cost $85 for the week.
Volunteer Discounts
Adults serving all week at High Five, receive a discount of $30/off of each of their campers’ fees. Volunteers must serve all week to receive the full discount.
Volunteers must register to serve first and then will receive the discount code via email for registering campers.
Age Requirements
Explore! preschool campers must be three years old and fully potty-trained before June 1, 2024. Children entering kindergarten also register for Explore!
Grade school campers must be entering first through fifth grades, and register by the grade they are entering in the Fall of 2024.
Cancellation Policy
You may cancel your registration for a full refund until May 31. After May 31, there is a $25 fee to cancel.
Friend Requests
Campers will be placed in teams based on grade. If your child has a friend request, please note that at the time of registration and we will do our best to honor your request.
Childcare for Children of Volunteers 0-3 years
Free childcare is available for children ages 0-36 months of adult volunteers. Please register any child you will be bringing with you while you volunteer.
CAMPER ELECTIVES | Crystal Lake
Registration closed on Wednesday, June 12, 2024.
High Five is June 17–21. Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–12:30 PM
Check-in begins at 8:30 AM each day
Family Fun Day on Friday, June 21, 12:00–3.00 PM
- Lunch
- Inflatables
- High Five Highlights from campers and staff
Explorers! for ages 3 through entering Kindergarten
Preschoolers get to experience the fullness of High Five with our Preschool EXPLORE program. We will take an exciting adventure each day that will leave campers wanting more! They will explore, create, learn, play, and sing as they learn that it is all about Jesus!
Preschool Campers must be 3 years old before June 1, 2024, and potty-trained before High Five begins. A child is considered potty-trained when he/she can recognize his/her need to use the bathroom in advance, verbally communicate that need to the leader and use the bathroom, and re-dress without assistance.
Grade School Adventure for Students Entering Grades 1-5
This year we are giving the campers the full experience of the best of the best electives. A little active and creative all mixed together.
Kindergaren–Second Grade
- Cooking up Fun – Calling all chefs. We will make some amazing snacks that you will love to eat while you are at High Five and want to make again at home.
- Build It – Gears, Legos, blocks, and so much more. This day will build up so much fun for the campers.
- Fun In the Sun – This day is a complete splash! We will get wet and wild as we do games outside. We will definitely have fun in the sun!
- Craftstars – We will create with unusual things and maybe even get a little messy! Engage in all types of are projects. Let your inner creative star shine.
- “Gym”tastic Games – Run, jump, kick, and just have fun. We will love playing in the gym and having a fantastic time.
Third–Fifth Grade
- Let’s Go Camping – Campfires and cooking – so much more than S’mores. We will fire up the fun as we “go camping” this day.
- Messy Mania- Everyone loves to get a little messy. This day is full of games, experiments, and crafts that may and will get ooey and gooey.
- Water Wars – Everything is better with water. We will take both old and new games and add a twist – WATER!
- Prove it- Can this be real? Prove it! Can this be done? Prove it! Could this be fact? Prove it! Through experiments, investigation and detective work we will PROVE IT!
- Craftstars – We will create with unusual things and maybe even get a little messy! Engage in all types of are projects. Let your inner creative star shine.
Don’t let the kids have all the fun . . . JOIN US AND SERVE!
Registration closed on Wednesday, June 12, 2024.
Guidelines
- Adult Volunteer – volunteers 18 and over
- Student Volunteer- student volunteers entering grades 11 and 12
- Junior Volunteer – student volunteers entering grades 6-10- limited spots and priority will be given to those already serving in Harvest Kids or have a parent/grandparent serving at High Five
- See below for our volunteer training requirements and policies.
Mandatory Training Meeting
All volunteers must attend the training on Sunday, June 9, 12:30–2:00 PM in Cornerstone.
Discounts
- Receive $30 off of preschool or grade school camper for parents or grandparents serving in High Five.
- Students in grades 6–12 do not qualify for the camper discount.
Notes on Volunteering
- Attend the required training meeting on Sunday, June 9.
- You will receive your volunteer assignment on Sunday, June 9
- Volunteers must complete all certification requirements before Friday, May 31 or they will not be permitted to serve.
- Junior volunteers -limited space and spots will be given priority to those already serving in Harvest Kids or have a parent/grandparent serving at High Five
Adult Volunteers
During the registration process, you will select Explore! (Preschool) or Grade School. You can select either to lead an elective or to be a Team Leader. If you would like to lead one of our electives, please email Stacey at [email protected].
if you have any questions about serving options.
Elective Director 8:00 AM–3:00 PM daily – lunch provided
Pick an elective that you love and get ready to have some fun. You will only have to plan one day of activities for your elective and do it five times. Each day will be with a different group of campers. *** Special arrangements can be made if you cannot stay past 12:30 camper dismissal
High Five Team Leader 8:00 AM–3:00 PM daily – lunch provided
You will be assigned a group of campers and be with them the entire week. You will get to create team spirit, guide them through 5 days of fun, and lead a daily devotional that will be provided to you. *** Special arrangements can be made if you cannot stay past 12:30 PM camper dismissal
Admin Team 8:00 AM–3:00 PM daily – lunch provided
This team manages and implements all the behind-the-scenes work of High Five. We move, clean, drive, transport, walk, run, cut, shop, organize, problem-solve, find shoes, laugh, pray, cheer, smile … and anything else it takes to make every person’s High Five experience unforgettable. *** Special arrangements can be made if you cannot stay past 12:30 PM camper dismissal
Junior and Student Volunteers– 8:00 AM–3:00 PM daily – lunch provided
During the registration process, there will be an opportunity for you to tell us about yourself, which will help us select the best place for you on the High Five team. Some Junior and Student volunteers will be assigned to an elective or team, while others will be assigned to assist with “behind the scenes” jobs. *** Special arrangements can be made if you cannot stay past 12:30 PM camper dismissal
Cleaning Crew– new this year! We need a crew to come in any time after 1:00 PM to sweep, take out trash, and tidy up the bathrooms. Flexible schedule.
We can use your help BEFORE High Five
- Do you like to do craft prep? We need your help! Projects you can prep at church or even take home.
- Set-up: The week of June 10–15 there will be lots of opportunities to help move furniture, set up, and decorate for High Five.
- Email Stacey at [email protected] if you are interested in more opportunities to help prep for High Five.
Student Volunteer Policy
- Mandatory Pre-registration for Student Volunteers:
To serve at High Five 2024, you must pre-register online by Friday, May 31 complete the required volunteer certification requirements, and attend the training meeting on Sunday, June 9 - Volunteers entering grades 6–10 – limited space and priority will be given to those already serving in Harvest Kids or have a parent/grandparent serving at High Five
T-Shirts
All volunteers must wear their High Five t-shirts each day. If you would like an extra t-shirt, you may order one for $10.00 during the registration process.
Frequently Asked Questions | Crystal Lake
Dates: June 17–21
Registration closed on Wednesday, June 12, 2024.
WHERE DO I REGISTER?
Register at HarvestBibleChapel.org/HighFive.
WHEN IS THE FINAL PAYMENT DUE?
Final payment is due at the time of online registration through an automatic charge to your form of payment. Please contact Stacey at [email protected] with any questions.
HOW DO I CANCEL REGISTRATION?
You may cancel your registration by May 31 by emailing Stacey at [email protected] for a full refund. After May 31, we will refund your costs minus a $25 fee.
DO YOU PRORATE THE WEEK IF WE LEAVE EARLY OR MISS A DAY?
We do not prorate the week for those who do not attend every day of High Five or leave early.
HOW CAN I HELP WITH SCHOLARSHIPS?
No child is ever turned away due to finances. You can help here.
HOW DO I MAKE A FRIEND REQUEST?
During registration, you may note a friend request and we will make every effort to honor your request.
PICK UP / DROP OFF
CAN I PICK UP MY CHILD EARLY?
To ensure the safety of all campers, we discourage early pick-up. High Five is from 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM. Please schedule other camps, lessons, and appointments outside of camp hours.
HOW DO I DROP OFF MY PRESCHOOL CHILD?
Check in your camper at the registration table in the main lobby, and we will direct you to their drop-off location.
HOW DO I DROP OFF MY GRADE SCHOOL CHILD?
Check in your camper at the registration table in the main lobby, walk them to their team’s zone, and we will take it from there!
HOW DO I PICK UP MY PRESCHOOL CAMPER?
Preschool campers will remain in their classroom for pick-up. A member of the High Five team will check your driver’s license and verify you are on the approved pick-up list for that child.
CLOTHING/PERSONAL BELONGINGS
HOW DO I GET MY KIDS’ T-SHIRTS?
T-shirt pick-up weekends are June 4 and 11 by HK Resource Board outside the preschool room after each service. If you miss a pick-up, no problem. T-shirts will also be available on the first day of High Five.
WHAT IF MY CHILD LOSES SOMETHING OR NEEDS TO CHANGE THEIR CLOTHES?
This is a normal occurrence at High Five. We have a lost and found table by the Harvest Kids Resource Board. Please label all items to help us better keep track of each camper’s belongings. We also strongly suggest you send your child in with nothing of value. They get dirty, and their clothes and shoes may never be the same.
WHAT SHOULD MY CHILD WEAR?
Your child should wear their High Five t-shirt, shorts, and tennis shoes. Everything gets dirty, stained, and worn out this week. Please do not send your child in anything you love. This is camp and they play hard.
ALLERGIES
HOW DO YOU CARE FOR MY CHILD WITH ALLERGIES?
Note your child’s allergies when registering. All allergies are reviewed by our camp medical team. Every leader is notified of your child’s allergies and will make sure to prepare any necessary alternate ingredients or activities. Campers with allergies will also have an allergy wristband.
Allergy-friendly snacks will be provided and communicated to all parents prior to the start of camp. Changes and accommodations can be made if needed.
Our camp medical team will be able to support any medical needs, including keeping allergy medications and/or Epi-Pens in a safe area and administering them, if needed.
MISCELLANEOUS
I NEED TO CONTACT STAFF DURING THE WEEK.
Email Stacey at [email protected] or text me at 319-270-0021. She will be checking emails hourly during the week of camp.
What procedures do you have in place to ensure my child is safe at High Five?
We have a member of our medical team on-site at all times to handle medical needs. All adult volunteers have a current background check and complete mandatory training to ensure they comply with safety protocols. Volunteers are never permitted to be alone with a child. Campers use the child-only bathroom, while adult and student volunteers use a separate one. We work very hard to ensure your child will be safe and that you feel comfortable entrusting them to us for the week.