Basics | Aurora
June 24–28, 2024
If you need to make a change to your registration including authorized pick-up, electives, lunch, or T-shirt, please use this link to make your change/ask your question. You will receive a confirmation of your change.
Important Dates
Friday, March 1 | Registration is now open!
Friday, May 31 | Last day to receive a full refund for a cancellation and/or change your elective without the possibility of a $25 fee
Friday, June 21 | Receive camper email with essential information for the week
Sundays, June 16 and 23 | before and after the gathering – T-shirt pick up, or the first day of camp
Schedule
Doors open at 8:45 AM
Camp hours: 9:00 AM–12:30 PM
How Much Does High Five Cost?
Both preschool and grade school programs cost $90 for the week.
Volunteer Discounts
Adults serving all week at High Five, receive a discount of $40/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
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Preschool campers must be three years old and fully potty-trained before June 1, 2024. Children entering kindergarten also register for preschool.
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Grade school campers must be entering first through fifth grades, and register by the grade they are entering in the Fall of 2024.
Cancellation/Change 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.
Volunteer Childcare for Children 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.
Don’t let the kids have all the fun . . . JOIN US AND SERVE!
Guidelines
- Registration for volunteers opens Friday, March 1 at noon. Volunteers register here.
- Adult Volunteer – volunteers 18 and over
- Student Volunteer- student volunteers entering grades 11 and 12
- Junior Volunteer – student volunteers entering grades 6-10***Only permitted to serve with a parent/guardian also serving on-site during High Five
- The registration fee of $30 for junior volunteers (those entering grades 6-10) covers the cost of a t-shirt, snacks, and lunch during the week. Some restrictions on the area of serving may apply.
- See below for our volunteer training requirements and policies.
Mandatory Training Meeting
All volunteers must attend the training on Thursday, June 13 from 6:30-8:00 PM at the Aurora Campus.
Discounts
- We offer camper discounts for those who have parents or grandparents serving in High Five.
- Receive $40 off of preschool registration
- Receive $40 off a grade school camper for volunteers serving all week
- Students in grades 6–12 do not qualify for the camper discount.
Notes on Volunteering
- Attend the annual, required training meeting on Thursday, June 13.
- You will receive your volunteer assignment on Thursday, June 13.
- You will hear from your team leader. They have all the information you need about what your week will look like.
- Volunteers must complete all certification requirements before Friday, June 14 or they will not be permitted to serve.
- To serve at High Five 2024, you must pre-register to serve online, complete the required volunteer certification requirements, AND attend the training meeting on Thursday, June 13. If you are not registered by June 13, you will be unable to serve at High Five this summer.
- Junior volunteers (those entering grades 6–10) must have a parent serving on-site the week of High Five.
Adult Volunteers
During the registration process, you will select Preschool Explorers or Grade School Adventure. If you would like to lead one of our ten elective sessions, select Elective Leader.
Email Katie at [email protected] if you have any questions about serving options.
Junior Volunteers and Student Volunteers
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.
We can use your help BEFORE High Five
- Set-up: After service on Sunday, June 23 there will be lots of opportunities to help move furniture, set up, and decorate for High Five.
- Email Katie 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 to serve online, complete the required volunteer certification requirements, AND attend the training meeting on Thursday, June 6. If you are not registered by June 13, you will be unable to serve at High Five this summer.
- Volunteers entering Grades 6–10 MUST have a parent or guardian on-site the week of High Five.
Volunteer 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 | Aurora
REGISTRATION
WHERE DO I REGISTER?
Registration Opens Friday, March 1 at noon.
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 Katie at [email protected] with any questions.
HOW DO I CHANGE OR CANCEL REGISTRATION?
You may cancel your registration by May 31 by emailing Katie 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 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 FULL-DAY CHILD?
We are very vigilant to make sure every child leaves with the right adult! When you arrive for pick-up, a member of the High Five team will check your driver’s license and verify that you are on the approved pick-up list for that child (list created during online registration). After verification, you will receive a card with your child’s name on it and enter the pick-up line. Before you leave the pick-up area with your child, a member of the High Five team will verify that your card and your child’s wristband match.
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 16 and June 23 in the Harvest Kids area 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 in the Lobby. 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 comfortable 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 before 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 Amy at [email protected] to contact us during camp hours. 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. Adults 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.
