Frequently Asked Questions - VOLUNTEERS
When can I sign up to volunteer?
High School Volunteer registration opens up on March 1, and is accessible through this website.
What is the policy for signing up to volunteer as a High School Volunteer?
High School Volunteers sign up directly on the ACTIVE registration system by clicking on the volunteer button. Volunteers will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. We ask that our High School Volunteers sign up for up to two camp weeks initially, and add additional camp weeks after April 15th, if there is availability.
Must I be available for the entire camp week?
Yes.. When signing up for a camp week, volunteers must be available for the entire week.
Must I be available for training?
Yes. Volunteers MUST attend a short training session from approximately 2-3PM on the Sunday prior to their scheduled volunteer week(s), at the church for which they are volunteering. We understand that we have several returning volunteers, but attendance at one training session per summer is MANDATORY.
Will High School volunteers receive service hours?
Yes! Our high school volunteers earn 20 service hours per camp week. A service certificate will be emailed to each high school volunteer at the end of the camp week.
Is Ethics in Ministry (EIM) certification required?
No. EIM certification is not required for our High School Volunteers.
Is there a dress code or uniform?
Volunteers will be provided with a camp t-shirt, which should be worn daily. We suggest closed-toe shoes, and clothing appropriate for both our hot Texas summers and the position.
What will my time commitment be?
Our camp schedule is Monday-Friday from 9AM-12:30PM. You should plan to volunteer from 8:45AM until 12:45PM.
What age group of campers will I work with?
Our camp is offered for kids going into the 1st-8th grades. Campers will be divided into groups of 10-12 according to grade level.
May I use my cell phone at camp during camp hours?
You may have your cell phone at camp, but it may only be used for camp-approved purposes, to facilitate communication with camp staff, or for emergencies.
High School Volunteer registration opens up on March 1, and is accessible through this website.
What is the policy for signing up to volunteer as a High School Volunteer?
High School Volunteers sign up directly on the ACTIVE registration system by clicking on the volunteer button. Volunteers will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. We ask that our High School Volunteers sign up for up to two camp weeks initially, and add additional camp weeks after April 15th, if there is availability.
Must I be available for the entire camp week?
Yes.. When signing up for a camp week, volunteers must be available for the entire week.
Must I be available for training?
Yes. Volunteers MUST attend a short training session from approximately 2-3PM on the Sunday prior to their scheduled volunteer week(s), at the church for which they are volunteering. We understand that we have several returning volunteers, but attendance at one training session per summer is MANDATORY.
Will High School volunteers receive service hours?
Yes! Our high school volunteers earn 20 service hours per camp week. A service certificate will be emailed to each high school volunteer at the end of the camp week.
Is Ethics in Ministry (EIM) certification required?
No. EIM certification is not required for our High School Volunteers.
Is there a dress code or uniform?
Volunteers will be provided with a camp t-shirt, which should be worn daily. We suggest closed-toe shoes, and clothing appropriate for both our hot Texas summers and the position.
What will my time commitment be?
Our camp schedule is Monday-Friday from 9AM-12:30PM. You should plan to volunteer from 8:45AM until 12:45PM.
What age group of campers will I work with?
Our camp is offered for kids going into the 1st-8th grades. Campers will be divided into groups of 10-12 according to grade level.
May I use my cell phone at camp during camp hours?
You may have your cell phone at camp, but it may only be used for camp-approved purposes, to facilitate communication with camp staff, or for emergencies.