So your child is talking about going to summer camp this year and all you can do is panic. What if they feed him peanuts (he’s allergic) and do those cabins have ADT security? There’s nothing to fear for a first-time camp parent and we’ve got the steps you should take to ease your mind.
Talk to other parents: The best way to choose the right summer camp is through recommendations and bonus, if you pick a camp your kid already has a friend attending they’ll be less likely to be homesick! Ask around and even get online to hear the news.
Talk to the counselors: Once you choose a camp you should go there personally to speak to the director, talk to the counselors and survey the grounds. If you feel uncomfortable at all, trust your gut.
Work on a routine: Talk to your child about what’s expected of them while they’re goneweekly phone calls? Letters? Emails? Staying in touch regularly will ease your mind that things are going well and you kid is having fun like he’s supposed to.