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⛏️ Minecraft Coding Camp 🌟 🟥 Camp from 9:00am - 3:00pm every weekday. 🟥 Total daily childcare hours 7:15am - 9:00pm 🟥 Ages 7 - 17. 🟥 Recommended ages 9 - 13 Explore the intersection of gaming and education with our Minecraft Coding Camp. This innovative camp uses Minecraft as a gateway to introduce coding concepts in a fun and engaging way. Campers dive into the fundamentals of programming, learning to manipulate and create within the Minecraft world. Core Concepts for Parents: 🟩 Introduction to basic coding principles like loops, variables, and conditionals. 🟩 Enhancement of logical thinking and problem-solving skills. 🟩 Development of spatial awareness and design skills through virtual construction. 🟩 Encouragement of teamwork through collaborative in-game projects. This camp is ideal for kids who love gaming and are curious about how games are created. They'll leave with a deeper understanding of computer science, inspired to continue their coding journey. 📍 Staff and Location ---------------------- 🛡️ All staff have undergone background checks for your child's safety. ❤️ Team members love the subject matter, games, equipment, and are eager to teach. 🕹️ Minimum 2 staff each day, scheduled around opening time for the best experience. 🖥️ Equipped with top-notch PCs and all gaming equipment. 🗺️ Located in central Fort Smith, easily accessible for the River Valley. 🏠 Address: 6205 Rogers Ave. Suite 4, Fort Smith, AR 72903 ⏰ Daily Schedule ---------------------- 🌞 Early Drop off: 🔴 7:15 am - 9 am 📋 Check-in: 🔴 9 am - 9:30 Settling into stations and reviewing rules. 🎒 Day: A mix of lessons, applied learning, socializing, gaming, and a lunch break. (Pack food or purchase food available) 📅 Precise schedule and in-depth learning goals provided via email after registration. 📋 Check-out: 🔴3 pm 🌜Extended Pick-up window 🔴 3pm - 5pm 📜 Policies ---------------------- 🌡️ Health: Children need to be free from fever (without medication) for 24 hours before coming. 📝 Registration: Sign up and pay in advance. Await email confirmation 📞 Contact Camp director Shane Fisher at 479-430-3510 or shane.fisher@contenderfortsmith.com 🍱 Lunch: Kids should bring their lunch, snack, and drink, or pre-purchase food voucher ($7/day). ⚠️ Behavior: Kids causing ongoing disruptions will be removed without a refund. 💬 Inform us of any special needs or considerations, all students deserve an opportunity to learn with us. 🕒 Late pick-up leads to calling emergency contacts. Tardiness with lack of communication may result in removal from the program with no refund. 🧒 Age Requirements: Special cases such as siblings under 7 yrs old require approval from Program Director. 🧼 Hygiene and Safety ---------------------- ✨ All stations and equipment are cleaned every day. 🚽 Bathrooms, floors, and surfaces are kept clean and sanitized. 🕐 Camp staff accommodate stringent cleaning standards. 🚫 No sharing of personal items or gaming gear. Needed items are available. 💵 No handling of cash during camp day, cash purchases may be arranged during drop off or pick up and are subject to a $10 minimum. For further questions or specific needs, feel free to reach out. We're dedicated to providing a safe and fun learning environment for your child.