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 $4,200.00 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, afternoon snacks, and all off-site
trip.
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
(Monmouth County)
is located on the campus of the Spring Lake Heights Elementary
School, 1110 Highway 71, Spring Lake Heights, NJ.
Note:
Mapquest directions are generally not accurate in finding
this location.
FROM PARKWAY NORTH OR SOUTH
NJ:
Parkway to exit 98.
After exiting follow sign to Belmar/Wall Twp./Route 138 East
(first turn off on right). You will then be on Route 138 east;
you will pass 4 lights.
After the 4th light you will see a sign for Route 35 South
/Sea Girt on your right.
Make this right and you will be on Route 35 South.
Take this road to 2nd light (Allaire Road ~ PJ’s Car Wash
on corner on left).
Make a left. Take Allaire Road to 2ND traffic light (Route
71).
Make a right. Go to your 2nd block on your left (Brighton
Avenue) and make a left. School is on corner. Enter parking
lot and enter school through the main entrance located to
the back of the building.
Ring bell and a secretary will “buzz” you in and go to the
Main Office,
which is located to the right as you enter the building. (Go
up ramp)
732.281.0275 E-mail:
info@CampExcel.com
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