Sky Ranch Packet -- 2016
The total cost for the trip is $210.00 per student. A parent chaperone will pay $175. Please, do not pay for a parent chaperone position until we have made notification that all applications are in and have been reviewed. If you plan to apply complete the volunteer registration - - to be a volunteer in Allen ISD -- ASAP.
This timeline also contains reminders of meeting dates and/or paperwork deadlines. I hope this letter helps in your planning for this great trip. Please, if you have any concerns let us know.
Thank you ---- The Fifth Grade Team
September 13thCurriculum Night (5:30-6:45) -Sky Ranch Information (packet was sent home Monday 9.12) will be shared during this time
September 16thPacket information due
(Student participation, all medical forms, parent chaperone applications)
October 4thParent Chaperone Meeting
@ Olson 6:00 to 7:00
October 5thPaid in full ($210)
Parent Chaperone Payments due ($175)
October 19-21TRIP TO SKY RANCH!!
*All forms and payments need to be turned into your child’s homeroom teacher.
To make a payment…..
*All forms and payments need to be turned into your child’s homeroom teacher.
To make a payment…..
Click on the link below:
Olson Sky Ranch 5th grade 2016-2017 payment by Credit Card
Click on the link below to pay it:
Olson Sky Ranch 5th grade 2016-2017 payment by check
Write a check – make payable to Olson Elementary (turn it in to your child’s homeroom teacher)
Parents with questions about the SchoolPay system can contact Tammy Woods directly.
Tammy Woods @ Olson Elementary School
972-562-1800 x 303 972-562-1835 fax
OLSON ELEMENTARY - SKY RANCH
October 19-21, 2016
Form Due – September 16, 2016
Student Name:______
Homeroom Teacher:______
______YES! Please reserve a spot for my child at Sky Ranch for the Olson Outdoor Education Experience. I understand the payment timeline (see attached sheet in front of packet) and will pay the full $210.00 by October 5, 2016.
I will be responsible for insuring that all of my child's Sky Ranch paperwork (medical release forms, prescription information, payments) is returned to Olson Elementary by the appropriate due dates.
My child and I both understand that Olson/Allen ISD rules and expectations will be enforced at Sky Ranch. We also accept that failure to comply with these rules and expectations will result in immediate dismissal from camp. I will be responsible for picking up my child at Sky Ranch if such a disciplinary event occurs.
______NO, I do not wish for my child to attend Sky Ranch with the Olson Elementary fifth grade class.
Parent Signature:______
Student Signature:______
Parent email:______
Phone numbers:Home: ______Cell: ______
Olson Elementary Parent Chaperone Information
Sky Ranch – October 19-21, 2016
As a visiting school, we are responsible for bringing enough parent chaperones (both male and female) to supervise all of our 5th Grade students. There will be a required number of Olson staff members attending the program.
We will require a total of 20 parent chaperones (10 male, 10 female). Parent chaperones will be responsible for staying overnight in the cabins with the 5th grade students. Sky Ranch cabins comfortably house 16 students and 4 adults. Parent Chaperones have semi-private quarters. The cabins include central heat and air conditioning and indoor bathrooms with private showers.
The responsibilities of the parent chaperones include and are not limited to:
**Overseeing the security and safety of ALL students during the visit.
**Providing supervision of assigned group during ALL camp activities.
**Assisting Sky Ranch instructors and Olson Staff in maintaining appropriate student conduct during ALL activities.
**Referring any disciplinary matters to a member of the Olson Staff.
Parent Chaperone Application Process
All parents interested in becoming a parent chaperone must fill out and return a competed application form by September 16, 2016. Applicants must also submit a Criminal Background Check form, or have a completed check on file in the Olson Office. Do this ASAP!!!!!
The cost of being a parent chaperone is $175.00. No money is due with the parent chaperone application. The parent chaperone payment is due October 5th after the application process is complete and you have been notified.
To insure parent representation from each class, applications will be divided into homerooms, and parent chaperones will be chosen randomly from those groups.
We know that, unfortunately, all parents who wish to chaperone may not be able to attend Sky Ranch. We hope that this does not keep any of our fifth graders from attending Sky Ranch.
OLSON ELEMENTARY - SKY RANCH
October 19-21, 2016
Due – September 16, 2016
Parent Name:______
Address:______
Email Address:______
Phone numbers:Home: ______Cell: ______
Students Name:______
Homeroom Teacher:______
By submitting this application form, I verify that I am available from --8:00 AM Wednesday, October 19th to 3:00 PM Friday, October 21st. I realize that participation as a parent chaperone is dependent upon this full availability (no exceptions). If chosen as a parent chaperone, I will also commit to paying the $175.00 parent chaperone fee by the arranged deadline date.
Applicant Signature:______
A Criminal Background Check/Register to be a Volunteer MUST be completed online. Go to –
OLSON ELEMENTARY USE ONLY!
DATE RECEIVED:______
MALE / FEMALE APPLICANT
CRIMINAL HISTORY CHECK APPROVED:______
SKY RANCHES, INC.
EACH PERSON MUST TURN IN THIS FORM TO BE ALLOWED TO PARTICIPATE IN ANY SKY RANCH ACTIVITIES
PARTICIPANT AGREEMENT
Group Name: Olson Elementary – Allen ISD
This link will take you to the on-line PDF version of the Sky Ranch Participant Agreement –
This PDF document is 2 pages. PLEASE – print and sign per their instructions. Return these pages along with the Olson Sky Ranch forms to your child’s homeroom teacher by September 20, 2013.
Thank you!!
5th Grade Team
Sky Ranch ------What to bring list
We recommend that students bring comfortable, older clothes as they will spend much of their time outdoors - sitting on the ground, exploring a variety of areas, and hiking around. We always hope for good weather, but during light rain showers we will continue to hold class outside as long as there is no lightening or strong wind.
- Sleeping bag OR sheets and blanket
- Pillow and pillow case
- Towel and wash cloth
- Blue jeans/long pants
- Shorts (if the weather is warm)
- T-shirts or tops
- Sweater or sweatshirt
- Underwear
- Socks
- Shoes (extra pair in case one gets wet)
- Jacket
- Cap/hat/sun shade
- Raincoat/poncho
- Pajamas
- Brush, comb (other hair care products)
- Toothbrush, toothpaste
- Soap
- Pencil or pen
- Water bottle
- Flashlight
- Sunscreen
- Insect repellent
- Cinch Pack
- Camera (if you would like your child to take pictures)
- Large Trash Bag
There is a possibility of our school swimming and riding water slides during rec time (weather permitting). If it works out…..
- Extra towel
- Swimsuit (one piece or w/ t-shirt over)
- Label Everything!!!!!
DO NOT BRING -- Jewelry, iPod, cell phone, electronic devices, or anything that breaks easily or would cause loss if misplaced. Olson Elementary and/or Sky Ranch is not responsible for lost or broken articles.
Directions to Sky Ranch
I-20, West of Van (from Dallas)
- Take Exit #537 (FM 773/FM 16)
- Cross FR 733, go .3 miles to FM 16
- Turn East (L) on FM 16, go 3.6 miles to TX 110
- Go North (L) on TX 110, go 1.3 miles to FR 1805
- Turn East (R) on FR 1805, go 4.9 miles to Rd 448
- Head South (R) on Rd 448, go .5 miles to Sky Ranch
I-20, East of Van (from Tyler)
- Take Exit TX 110
- Turn North (R) on TX 110, go 2.7 miles to FR 1253
- Go North (R) on FR 1253, go .5 miles to FM 16
- Stay on FR 1253, go 5.2 miles to FR 1805
- Turn South (L) on FR 1805, go .5 miles to Rd 448
- Stay South on Rd 448, go .5 miles to Sky Ranch
From Hwy 80, From either east or west
- Turn South on FR 1253, go 6.3 miles to FR 1805
- Go South on FR 1805, go .5 miles to Rd 448
- Stay South on Rd 448, go .5 miles to Sky Ranch
Mailing & Delivery Address
Sky Ranch
24657 County Road 448Phone: 903.266.3300
Van, Texas 75790Fax - 903.569.6357
Toll-Free: 800.962.2267