Camp Paradigm: Frequently Asked Questions

Camp Paradigm FAQs

Does my camper have to wear a mask?

All campers and staff are required to wear masks indoors. Campers may take their mask off during indoor activities when they are seated and socially-distanced from one another. Masks are not required for campers outdoors UNLESS social distancing is unable to be practiced.

What will drop-off and pick-up look like each morning & afternoon?

Parents are required to stay in their cars at drop-off and pick-up. At drop-off, parents must stay on the campgrounds until after their camper completes the COVID-19 screening process. Parents are welcomed to log into the Camp Paradigm Virtual Space to observe their camper.

What kind of screening process will my camper need to go through?

All campers and staff will be screened (using a COVID-19 screening questionnaire) & they will have their temperatures taken each camp day. 

What is Camp Paradigm staff doing to reduce the risk of my camper contracting COVID-19?

Please read the Camp Paradigm COVID-19 protocol here.

What medical resources are near Camp Paradigm?

America's ER Medical Centers 
13902 Spring Cypress Rd, Cypress, TX 77429
(281) 503-8160

AFC Urgent Care 
10850 Louetta Road, Suite 1500 Houston, Texas 77070
(281) 666-9981

Will there be a Camp Paradigm Virtual Space option?

Yes. Parents or siblings may request the Camp Paradigm Virtual Space daily login to observe their camper.

Where do I go to stay updated on the Camp Paradigm's COVID-19 protocol?

Click here, then bookmark this page for quick future reference. 

How is social distancing going to be exercised at Camp Paradigm?

All campers will have their own tablespace, chair, and supplies. (e.g., lunches, thermometer, water bottles, paper towels, soap, art supplies, eating ware, laptops, hand sanitizer, alcohol wipes, etc.)

During each camp day, there will be one staff member with the responsibility of observing staff and campers for symptoms of COVID-19 and they will ensure social distancing is being practiced. 

Will my camper go on field trips?

Campers and staff will not leave the campgrounds. Campers will have the opportunity to participate in virtual field trips. Additionally, Camp Paradigm has guest speakers/instructors lined up to interact and/or instruct in the areas of financial literacy, job readiness, and running a small business.

When can I make a payment for Camp Paradigm?

• Payment for Camp Paradigm Week One can be made on June 29, 2020. [Week One: July 6, 2020 - July 10, 2020]
• Payment for Camp Paradigm Week Two can be made on July 13, 2020. [Week Two: July 20, 2020 - July 24, 2020]
• Payment for Camp Paradigm Week Three can be made on July 27, 2020. [Week Three: August 3, 2020 - August 7, 2020]

Payments can be made through Zelle or Venmo (using 281-755-6631 or houstonpdc@gmail.com). Payments can also be made using cash or a check. There is a $50.00 fee for returned checks.

For more information on Paradigm Development Center's Summer programs, click here.

Camp Paradigm 2022 - COVID-19 Update

Camp Paradigm 2022

COVID-19 protocol & Guidelines

[Last updated June 2022]

Camp Paradigm is scheduled for three separate weeks with the first camp starting on June 27, 2022. Camp Paradigm executes and enforces the Health & Safety protocol stated in the Texas Health & Human Services protocol for Youth Day Camps. Camp Paradigm adds some requirements that will be enforced daily, from the start of the camp day to the end of the camp day during every Camp Paradigm week. All staff and camp families will receive a webpage link to the Camp Paradigm COVID-19 Protocol [emailed June 16, 2022].

• All campers and staff are encouraged to wear masks indoors when social distancing is unable to be practiced. Masks are not required for campers and staff outdoors.

• Parents are required to stay in their cars at drop-off and pick-up.

• There will be no unscheduled visitors allowed in or around the school or camp spaces.

• Staff exhibiting symptoms in the form of sneezing, a stuffy nose, or coughing will put on a mask, immediately. If their symptoms continue OR their symptoms develop into symptoms described under "COVID-19 Symptoms" below they will be isolated, given a PDC-administered COVID-19 test, and asked to leave.

• Campers exhibiting symptoms in the form of sneezing, a stuffy nose, or coughing will put on a mask, immediately. If their symp;toms continue OR their symptoms developm into symptoms described under "COVID-19 Symptoms" below they will put on a face mask, immediately. If their symptoms continue they will be isolated, given a PDC-administered COVID-19 test, and their parents are required to pick them up.

COVID-19 Symptoms

Cough, fever or chills, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, muscle or body aches, sore throat, new loss of taste or smell, diarrhea, headache, fatigue, nausea or vomiting, and congestion or runny nose.

• There will only be up to 15 campers and 7 staff per week in Camp Paradigm buildings at any time.

• All staff will receive training on appropriate hand hygiene, cleaning and disinfection, and respiratory etiquette. 

COVID-19 Testing

Campers and camp staff may be asked to take a COVID-19 rapid test if or when they are exhibiting COVID-19 symptoms. 

Visitors

There will be no unscheduled visitors allowed in or around the school spaces. Schedule visitors are required to socially-distance themselves while visiting Camp Paradigm.

Leaving & Returning During the School Day

If staff or camper leaves the school during the school day, they must immediately wash their hands before touching anything anywhere in the school.

Hand Sanitizer

There are hand sanitizer bottles for students and staff to use throughout the school. Campers and staff will be frequently encouraged to use hand sanitizer. Staff and campers will wash their hands after outdoor sessions.

In Closing

This protocol is not a guarantee a camper or staff will not contract COVID-19. Camp Paradigm staff will execute this protocol to reduce the risk of a camper or staff contracting COVID-19. Camp Paradigm staff reserves the right to add to and edit this protocol at any time. Please review this protocol, periodically.

By signing this form, I acknowledge I have carefully read through the COVID-19 protocol for Camp Paradigm. As a Camp Paradigm parent, I will do everything I can to assist Camp Paradigm staff and students in reducing the risk of contracting COVID-19. Most importantly, I will let the camp director know if or when my family has been exposed to or in contact with someone who has been diagnosed with COVID-19.

 

Camp Director

Maranda Marvin

director@paradigmdevelopmentcenter.com

Call or Text (281) 755-6631