Question 1

It looks like my child's virtual school schedule is packed. How will there be enough time for sewing?

Accepted Answer

Your child's virtual school day takes priority over our bonus arts curriculum. We will have rolling, seasonal projects available to allow children to enjoy sewing at their own pace (and as time allows) as a stress-free (and de-stressing!) supplemental activity in their day. For students looking for creative downtime during their breaks, but who are not in the mood for a structured project, a free-play "creativity corner" is in place at each studio with art supplies and creative prompts. Students who do not wish to sew or feel overwhelmed by their coursework will not be forced to participate.
 
We are aware that many schools have chosen to end academic work around noon on Fridays, leaving Friday afternoons available for us to provide the option of more involved projects.

Question 2

Who else is attending? How many people will my child be exposed to?

Accepted Answer

No more than 12 students will be enrolled in your child's camp day. Enrollment is seasonal, not day-to-day, so your child will be with the same pod of no more than 12 students each week. For camps with 1-7 children, there will be one instructor at a time. For camps with 8-12 students there will be 2 instructors at a time.

Question 3

When is your start time? Will my child be logged in by their first class?

Accepted Answer

We have a flexible drop-off between 8:15-9am to accommodate start times for different schools. We will make sure your child is logged in by their first class and it will help if you already have a browser open with your child's login page. If your child has an earlier start time than 8:20, reach out to us to make arrangements.

Question 4

My child has Gym (PE) during their camp day(s). How will that be handled?

Accepted Answer

Your child won't miss out on PE. Each studio has an enclosed outdoor area where students can perform exercises during their virtual PE class. Just be sure to send them in the appropriate clothes (we also recommend a yoga mat!).

Question 5

My child has Art class during their camp day(s). How will that be handled?

Accepted Answer

There are two options for your child's art class. The first is for your child to participate in their virtual art class just as they would if they were at home (pack their bags with any specific supplies they require). Each student will have a work space that should accommodate any art project they are assigned.
 
The second option is for you to contact your school's administration and request that your child's art class be replaced by our program. Not all schools may accommodate this request, but for those who do, we will have a project ready for your child during their art period. If your school requires proof of participation, we are happy to provide that.

Question 6

How will you know my child's schedule and what their virtual login is?

Accepted Answer

Before the start of camp, we will communicate with you regarding what information we need to make your child's virtual school day a success. In short, you must email a copy of your child's schedule and any websites/log-in information to andrea@butcherssewshop.com when you receive it. If possible, it will help if you can bookmark the webpages needed and save any passwords to your child's device. We will compile this information to make it easy for our teachers to access.

Question 7

How does lunch/recess work?

Accepted Answer

Weather permitting (barring rain or extreme heat/cold), we will eat lunch outside and play at a nearby park. On days where students cannot eat outside, lunch will be eaten inside at work stations and instructors will lead games that lend themselves to social distancing. For groups with differing lunch times, an additional instructor may be brought in so that both groups can be taken outdoors for lunch during different periods.

You can learn about and register for our Weekday Drop-Off Camps here. Answers to FAQ can be found below.

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