LAURISTON
Basic Infrastructure
Summer Camp Information
Overview
The camp was hosted by the Shiloh Apostolic Church School and catered to one hundred and fifty students on a regular day. These students are residents of Lauriston and the neighbouring communities. Seven teachers provided instructions and oversaw the use of the play area equipped with a swing and slide. Meals were provided on a daily basis for the children and teachers. The summer camp ended with a mini concert put on to display the creativity of the children. The camp was a success as the two weeks provided good social interaction and creative experiences for the children.
Camp Objectives:
- To promote the idea that we are all one in the community
- To provide positive exposure to places outside the inner-city
- To allow students focus on their creative skills.
- To build a foundation of playing and working together with persons within their own community
Proposed Activities:
- Art & Craft
- Needle Work
- Computer Lessons
- Story Telling (to facilitate good moral and social behaviour)
- Reading Sports
- Games
- 'Talk Shops'
Activities completed:
- All
Field Visit
The children were taken on an all expense paid day at Serenity Park, St. Catherine. The enjoyed tractor rides around the farm, tour of the zoo and told trivia about the birds and other animals at the zoo.
