Enrollment & Information

What is DYLC?

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Deaf Youth Literacy Camp (DYLC) is designed to provide an opportunity for Deafened and Hard of Hearing individuals, ages 8-fourteen years sometime, to come up together and develop a multifariousness of skills, make friends, and observe their talents, interests, and values. DYLC is where the dazzler of Deaf Culture, the depth of American Sign Language (ASL), and the power of literacy get hand in hand. DYLC provides a fun, enriching, and learning environs where deaf youth develop self-esteem, cocky-reliance, and confidence. At DYLC, individuals proceeds knowledge and skills through bilingual enrichment, workshops, outdoor activities, arts and crafts, squad building, theatrics, play therapy, and burn edifice/rubber. At DYLC, where sign language and Deafened Culture are revered and celebrated, sign language communication is accessed 24/vii. DYLC is staffed past deaf community leaders from various backgrounds and experiences in leadership, education recreation, advocacy, and social services, all of whom are given groundwork checks (come across FAQ below).

Donations and sponsorships are welcome!

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FAQs for DYLC 2022

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The purpose of the FAQ page is to provide data on frequent questions and concerns. For many children, DYLC will be their start time to experience the corking outdoors and, for others, it will be their opportunity to learn and abound from the last campsite session.

How Much Does Information technology Price?

It is $500 per camper. DCS has been hosting various fundraising activities, including seeking donations. Due to the limited funding and restrictions, nosotros are only able to sponsor a express number of campers. Grants and sponsorships are prioritized for Youths from San Diego County. If you tin afford to supplement your kid's campership, delight practice so. Donations are welcome at any time. They are taxation-deductible as well. Delight contact DYLC@dcsofsd.org for more data.

How Much Greenbacks Does My Child Need?

All greenbacks volition be collected on the commencement day of the camp and recorded on an envelope with your child's name. Items such as toiletries, stamps, sodas, and snacks volition be sold at the camp. An corporeality of money given to your child is solely up to y'all and information technology is recommended that your child brings $25. Any balance will be returned to your child on the last day of the army camp.

Can My Hearing Blood brother or Sister or CODA Come to Army camp?

We do non accept hearing siblings and Children of Deaf Adults. Campers residing exterior San Diego County will be on the waiting list. Camp scholarships and grants are primarily considered for deaf and hard of hearing students attending schools in San Diego.

Do Y'all Perform Background Checks On Your Leaders?

Yes, we do require groundwork checks, including fingerprinting, on all Leaders. We also require them to participate in the Leaders Training, provide proof of TB clearance, and have a current CPR and Start Aid certification.

What About Medicine / Illnesses / Emergencies?

All prescriptions must be in originally dispensed containers. Prescription and dosage instructions must exist included with the medicine(s), peculiarly any updated instructions. Daily medications must exist in a ZipLock bag. Clearly print your child's proper name on the bag with a waterproof permanent marker.
It is a very skillful idea to place your child'south initials on his/her hearing aid(southward) and have some type of watertight, durable container to store them in.
As well, please send plenty of sunscreen and bug repellent.

Please be sure your child is free of the following:
• Head lice
• Conjunctivitis (pink eye) or any other contagious condition

Important Notice:
If your child'southward medical condition changes prior to the military camp, please let u.s. know. Please do not transport your kid to the army camp if s/he has a cold or is sick. We are required to maintain accurate records of your child for our medical staff. This is especially truthful with prescription medication. Please inform u.s.a. in writing, on the phone, or in-person at the registration regarding whatsoever changes.

In case of emergencies, parents/guardians can contact DYLC. If an emergency arises regarding your child, we will contact y'all. Please brand sure that your emergency contact information is correct on all the forms. Please utilize the telephone number listed for the camp discretely.

What If My Child Has Food Allergies or Special Dietary Needs?

Indian Hills Military camp (IHC) provides nutritious, healthy food, which we believe will be acceptable and enjoyed by most of our campers. IHC is not able to accommodate personal preferences, nevertheless we will strive to accommodate the dietary meal restrictions based upon certain conditions. If your child has whatever kind of food allergy or dietary need, delight contact us before registering.

What Items are Prohibited?

PLEASE Do Not Allow YOUR Child TO BRING Whatsoever OF THE FOLLOWING ITEMS:
• Weapons of any kind
• Archery equipment
• Matches or lighters
• Tobacco products
• Drugs or alcohol

Possession of those items will result in dismissal from the camp.

What If My Child Loses an Item?

Information technology's important to label (tag) all clothing and items (flashlight, hearing aids, shoes, and toothbrush) with the name of your child (or initials) using a waterproof permanent mark. Lost items that remain unclaimed will be donated to local charities.

Do Y'all Have Medical Insurance for My Child?

No. Any medical expenses due to injuries will exist at the responsibleness of a child's parents/guardians.

What If I Demand to Cancel?

If you (or your child) plans change and your child will not attend DYLC, please notify us immediately.

When Should I Bring / Pick Up My Child?

Drib off: Please bring your child(ren) to Indian Hills Campground for registration at 4 pm on Lord's day. The address is 15763 Lyons Valley Rd, Jamul, CA 91935.

Pick upwardly: two pm on Saturday. You lot are invited to watch several performances past DYLC campers at the Indian Hills Campground at eleven am. Y'all can have your child(ren) home later on.