1. Is Camp Excel the right program for my child?
2. What is the enrollment process?
3. Can my child attend the Camp Excel Program for just one or two weeks?
4. How is transportation arranged?
5. What is the tuition for the Camp Excel Program?
6. Are there any funding options available to assist with the tuition for the Camp
Excel program such as health insurance?
7. What should I know about meals for Campers?
8. Are there special clothing considerations at Camp Excel?
9. What is your medication policy?
10. What should I know about weekly field trips?
11. What if my child's birthday falls during the time they are at Camp Excel?
12. How do I get to Camp Excel?
A: Children attending Camp Excel typically have social skills challenges, are high functioning do not have significant behavioral issues,
and would benefit from a very structured and supportive environment.
A large number of our campers are diagnosed with ADHD. Others
include Aspergers Disorder, Tourettes Disorder, Obsessive/Compulsive
Disorder, Anxiety, Depression, Central Auditory Processing Disorder
and others with mild learning disabilities.
We have found that the program is not appropriate for children with significant cognitive delays, significant oppositonal/ defiant behavior or a history of aggression.
All prospective
campers are interviewed by the Camp Director to determine if
the child will benefit from the Camp Excel program.
A: To apply, parents should first contact the
Director, Kathleen Cable by phone
(732-281-0275).
From information provided by parents it can be determined
if the child might benefit from the program. Next, an appointment
will be made with Ms. Cable to meet with the child and the
parents. If it is agreed that this is an appropriate placement
and that the program will meet the child’s needs, the
child will be enrolled. A non-refundable deposit of $600 along
with a signed Agreement (from the Enrollment Packet) will
hold a place for the child. If your school district or other
funding source will be making payment we must have a commitment
letter before a place will be held. When the deposit or commitment
letter is received, the enrollment packet can be downloaded
by clicking
here. Note: Enrollment
Packet should be completed ONLY after an interview
with the Director and the deposit has been made.
A: Camp Excel is a therapeutic program in nature and it is our experience that many of our campers often need a week or two simply to adjust to the transition. Some children are just beginning to make connections with peers after one or two weeks. They need the additional time to develop those relationships and practice the social skills they have learned at the program. We feel that the full six weeks ensures the optimal benefit from the program and therefore do not offer individual weeks.
A: Transportation is provided from centralized pick-up points.
The fee for transportation is included in the tuition. Pick-up
points are determined by analyzing where families are coming
from and finding a location that is convenient for all. We make
every effort to accommodate our families’ transportation
needs. Children are transported in 15 passenger vans, 7 passenger
vans or automobiles. All drivers have a Commercial Driver's
License and undergo fingerprinting and background checks. In
addition to the driver, each vehicle has at least one aide.
Both drivers and aides are Camp Counselors.
A: The Tuition for the Camp Excel
program is $5,000.00 for the six week program. This cost includes
transportation from central pick-up points, a weekly Parent
Group with free child care provided during the group for camper
and siblings,
Sibling Groups, breakfast, and afternoon snacks and all off-site
trips.
A: It has been our experience that health
insurance does not cover this tuition. There may be some other
limited funding options available depending on the child and
the family's particular circumstances. Please call for more
information (732-281-0275)
A: Camp Excel provides
campers with breakfast and an afternoon snack. Campers can
bring lunch (no glass bottles, please). Lunches will not be
refrigerated, and microwaves are not available. Campers also
have the option to purchase lunch Monday - Thursday (Friday
is trip day).
A: Sneakers should be worn everyday. Children
should wear or bring a bathing suit everyday, along with a
towel, sunscreen and flip flops (optional).
Children are asked to leave a sweatshirt at Camp Excel
for use as needed.
All clothing should be clearly marked with child’s name.
A: Camp Excel has a full-time registered
nurse on staff. The nurse is available
to administer medications and attend to any other medical
needs of the children. Medication must be delivered to camp
by the parent/guardian, and must
be in the original prescription container. We also require
a doctor's order to
administer medication.
A: Field trips are on Fridays. The cost of
these trips is included in the price
of tuition, and campers should not bring money with them.
Additional information about each location will be provided
prior to each trip.
A: If your child will be celebrating a birthday
you are welcome to provide a birthday treat for the child's
group.
A: Camp Excel (Bergen County) is located
on the campus of Zion Lutheran School, 64 First St, Westwood,
NJ (no religious affiliation). From Parkway South.
FROM PARKWAY SOUTH NJ:
Take exit 166 toward Washington/Westwood
Turn right at Highland Ave
Turn right at Linwood Ave E
Take the 2nd left onto Pascack Rd
Turn right at Ridgewood Rd
Turn left at Forest Ave
Turn right at Mill St
Mill St turns left and becomes 1st Ave
Destination will be on the left .
FROM PARKWAY NORTH NJ:
Take exit 168 toward Co Rd 502/Washington Westwood/Hohokus
Turn right at Washington Ave
Slight right at Broadway
Take the 1st right onto Jefferson Ave
Slight left at 1st Ave
Destination will be on the right
732.281.0275 E-mail:
info@CampExcel.com
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