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Frequently Asked Questions
- Is there Medical staff on hand?
Yes, Glenda McDonald will be the medical supervisor for the spring 2010 session. Glenda will be available to provide medical treatment and advice, check with parents about dispensing medications, and to handle any emergencies. Glenda is an RN with over 24 years of nursing experience. Glenda's hours are: 8:30am - 1:00pm & 4:00pm - 8:00pm starting March 15, 2010. Also The Discovery Center's senior staff and teachers are medication certified as well as CPR and First Aid certified. Counselors have CPR & First Aid certification.
We ask that you pack any medication into a Ziploc bag and label with your child's name and school and hand personally to your child's teacher, each teacher will then pass that along to our nurse.
Medical Coverage:
Providing quality medical coverage for students participating in the residential session at Camp Woodstock is a top priority for The Discovery Center. Prior to arriving parents in consultation with their physicians and school nurse will be required to completely fill out the medical portion of the registration form. Normally, the RN medical supervisor at the Discovery Center will be on site from 7:30am to approximately 2:00pm and in the evening from 5:00 – 8:00pm. At all other times Medical certified staff will be responsible for medical care. Upon consultation for special medical situations registered nurse can be provided for 24 hours coverage.
All medical Questions need to be addressed to:
Medical Supervisor
Glenda McDonald
Tel: 860 – 974 - 0024
- What schools participate in the program?
Click here to view a list of the schools that participate in the program.
- What is the schedule for the 5th and 6th grade?
5th grade schedule 
6th grade schedule
- What do the kids eat?
Please click here to see the menu.
- Where do the kids sleep?
The boys and the girls sleep in separate cabins that are located about a 7-10 minute walk from each other. Each cabin has a main room with several bunk beds where the kids sleep, a small room for teachers to sleep, and bathrooms. The hall lights stay on all night for easiest access to the bathrooms and about 3-6 same-gender counselors stay in each student cabin with the children depending on how many children are in session that week, keep in mind that we try to keep a 1-6 counselor child ratio at all times.
The size of the cabins used also depends on how many children we have in session.
- What kind of activities do the kids do?
There are three kinds of the activities that the kids participate in:
- Math, Science and Language Arts Labs: these are very similar to any of the classes they attend in schools, only they are much more hands on and in accordance with Howard Gardner's philosophy of multiple intelligence. The kids can learn about different things like Math, Science, History, English and other topics. Some examples are compassing, pacing, sound and light travel, and many others.
- Team Building: these are fun activities and games that are designed to help the children get to know each other and the staff better in the short time they have at camp. Some examples are rock climbing, high and low rope course challenges, name games, and many others.
- Diversity: these are games and activities in which the staff gets the kids talking, thinking, and understanding what diversity is, why it's important, and how it can enrich their lives. They also learn how to try to do away with stereotypes and other negative behaviors.
- What should they children pack?
Click here to see a copy of the packing list.
Parents Comments
"I am very comfortable with sending my child to The Discovery Center program, my child loved this program. It was a wonderful experience for him."
Deborah B., Enfield.
"This my daughter's second year at The Discovery Center. I think everyone is doing a good job. She had a good time last year. Thanks!"
Shelia M., Hartford
"I went on a day trip with my daughter last year and I loved everything I saw. More kids should experience things like this. Thank you all so very much."
Brandy S., East Windsor.
DID THE DISCOVERY CENTER EXPERIENCE MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN YOUR LIFE?
"It already has because I have made new friends from different cultures."
Caitlyn-Student-Franklin Elementary, Franklin-09
"It already has, it taught me not to be afraid of others because they are different"
Gabrielle-Student-Emerson Williams School, Wethersfield-09
"Going to The Discovery Center was the best time of my life. When it was time to go, I hid"
Sixth Grade Student, East Hartford-09
"It made a huge difference in my life and inspired me to meet new people"
Sarah-Student-Noah Webster Magnet School, Hartford-09
"It already has made me accept people no matter what and I became more social"
Christopher-Student-Kinsella Magnet School, Hartford-09
"It has allowed me to open my mind and take in new experiences I would never have"
Elizabeth-Student-Hazardville Memorial School, Enfield-09
" I loved rock climbing, teamwork and making new friends at The Discovery Center"
Katrina-Student-Sanchez School, Hartford-09
" I had fun learning about each other and playing with kids from Scotland"
Joseph-Student-Verplanck Elementary School, Manchester-09
"The Discovery Center is an amazing place where students are given the possibility to enrich their lives and develop their character. We can't wait to go back!"
Darren Schwartz, Teacher, Noah Webster Magnet School, Hartford-09
"Students from Sunset Ridge have been attending The Discovery Center since 1994. When former students return to visit me after college they reflect with fond memories on how The Discovery Center helped them learn to respect and work with others from different racial and cultural backgrounds."
Dr. Pauline Fusco-Retired Principal -Sunset Ridge School, East Hartford-09
"As I reflect on all of the educational and social elements of this field trip. I am reminded that we can not be all things to all kids at the school site and what a blessing to have such a meaningful resource as the Discovery Program."
Joe Dagrosa-Assistant Principal-Maria Sanchez School, Hartford-09
Parent Committee
A parents association is presently being developed. Those interested in participating please contact Carolina Mimó by at 860-284-9489 or email at carolinamimo@discoveringdiversity.com or contact Renny Lora by email at rennylora@discoveringdiversity.com.
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