Summer Camp Safety
Why do we keep hands, feet, and objects to ourselves in group spaces?
A. So we don’t get blamed
B. Because it’s polite
C. To prevent accidents and respect personal space
D. To stay in the front of the line
C. To prevent accidents and respect personal space
You’re on a field trip and your group is moving to the next stop, but your friend wants to stop at the gift shop. What should you do?
A. Go with your friend quickly—staff won’t notice
B. Tell your friend to hurry and catch up later
C. Stay with your group and remind your friend of the rules
D. Hide in the bathroom until your group is gone
C. Stay with your group and remind your friend of the rules (Never leave your group on a field trip—safety is the top priority.)
Your phone buzzes during a group activity. What should you do?
A. Check it quickly and put it away
B. Ignore it—it can wait
C. Keep it away until break or ask an adult if it’s urgent
D. Tell your friend to text instead
C. Keep it away until break or ask an adult if it’s urgent (Respect the group and stay present. Emergencies go through staff.)
You just met someone new in your group who looks nervous and shy. What’s a great way to help them feel welcome?
A. Leave them alone until they talk first
B. Say hi, introduce yourself, and invite them to join your group
C. Ask if they want to watch from the side
D. Tell them they’ll fit in if they’re cool enough
B. Say hi, introduce yourself, and invite them to join your group
You see a new activity on the schedule that you’ve never tried before. What’s the best reason to give it a shot?
A. Because your best friend is doing it
B. Because you might discover a new talent or passion
C. Because someone dared you
D. Because it gets you out of clean-up time
B. Because you might discover a new talent or passion
Which of the following is a safe and respectful behavior in a summer classroom?
A. Running around when staff aren’t looking
B. Yelling answers across the room
C. Following instructions and using materials properly
D. Tossing items to your friends
C. Following instructions and using materials properly
You feel really frustrated during an activity and you start to raise your voice. What’s the best way to handle it?
A. Leave the room without asking
B. Ask for a short break or use a calming strategy
C. Yell so others know you’re upset
D. Blame the person who caused it
B. Ask for a short break or use a calming strategy (Everyone gets upset sometimes—what matters is how we respond.)
Why should phones stay off during lessons, games, or group activities?
A. They’re distracting and can pull focus from learning or bonding
B. Because adults don’t like them
C. To save battery
D. So they don’t get stolen
A. They’re distracting and can pull focus from learning or bonding
Someone you’ve never talked to gets assigned to your team. What’s the best way to start building a friendship?
A. Only talk to your usual friends
B. Make eye contact, smile, and ask for their opinion during the activity
C. Pretend not to notice them
D. Let them figure it out on their own
B. Make eye contact, smile, and ask for their opinion during the activity
You tried something new and totally surprised yourself—you liked it a lot! What’s a great next step?
A. Keep it a secret so no one teases you
B. Never do it again so you don’t “mess it up”
C. Sign up for it again or tell someone how much you liked it
D. Pretend you didn’t like it so you look cool
C. Sign up for it again or tell someone how much you liked it
A friend dares you to climb a fence. What should you do?
A. Do it quickly before anyone sees
B. Say no and walk away
C. Laugh and ask for another dare
D. Try it just once
B. Say no and walk away (You’re in control of your choices, not your peers.)
You realize halfway through the day that you’ve been ignoring camp expectations and being disrespectful. What should you do?
A. Pretend like nothing happened
B. Wait for someone else to call you out
C. Take responsibility, apologize, and start making better choices
D. Keep going—you’ve already messed up
C. Take responsibility, apologize, and start making better choices (It’s never too late to reset and fix your behavior.)
Someone posts a picture from camp without asking anyone in it. What’s the problem?
A. Nothing—it was a good picture
B. They forgot to tag people
C. They didn’t get permission, and it may make others uncomfortable
D. They didn’t use a filter
C. They didn’t get permission, and it may make others uncomfortable (You shouldn't be on your phones in the first place)
You and a friend disagree about how to play a game. What’s the best way to handle it?
A. Walk away and quit
B. Insist that you're right
C. Listen to their side and try to find a fair solution
D. Keep playing your way anyway
C. Listen to their side and try to find a fair solution
Why is it important to make your own good choices—even when no one is watching or your friends are doing something different?
A. So you don’t get caught and get in trouble
B. Because staff always expect you to do everything perfectly
C. Because learning to be independent helps you grow, stay safe, and feel proud of yourself
D. Because adults want to control everything you do
C. Because learning to be independent helps you grow, stay safe, and feel proud of yourself (Being independent means making decisions that match your values—even when it’s hard. It helps you become more confident, responsible, and trusted as a leader, now and in the future.)
Why should we stay with our assigned groups during transitions?
A. So we don’t lose our place in line
B. So staff can make sure everyone is safe
C. So we don’t get bored
D. So we can talk with friends
B. So staff can make sure everyone is safe and accounted for.
You’re on a field trip and someone from your school is being loud and disrespectful to museum staff. What should you do?
A. Join in and laugh
B. Film it and post it
C. Encourage them to stop and tell a chaperone if needed
D. Walk away fast and pretend you don’t know them
C. Encourage them to stop and tell a chaperone if needed (You're representing your school—respect matters everywhere.)
You're feeling bored during camp and decide to text or call your parent multiple times—even though it's not an emergency. Why is this not okay?
A. Because your parent might not want to hear from you
B. Because camp is supposed to be boring sometimes
C. Because staff will take your phone if you get caught
D. Because your parent may be working and can’t respond safely or quickly
D. Because your parent may be working and can’t respond safely or quickly (Parents and guardians are often working or driving. Reaching out repeatedly for non-emergencies can distract them from important responsibilities. If you need something, talk to a staff member—they’re here to help.)
There’s someone in your group you don’t really like or get along with. Why is it still important to be kind to them?
A. Because in camp, we still have to be respectful of each other no matter what
B. Because being mean back will make things better
C. Because you might get in trouble if you’re not nice
D. Because it’s easier to avoid people you don’t like
D. Because they weren’t paying attention
A. Because in camp, we still have to be respectful of each other no matter what
Your friend keeps pressuring you to skip an activity or break a rule, even though you’re not comfortable with it. Why is giving in to peer pressure not encouraged at camp?
A. Because you'll get caught and lose a privilege
B. Because making choices just to fit in can lead to unsafe or unkind situations
C. Because camp rules are more important than friendships
D. Because staff want to be the only ones making decisions
B. Because making choices just to fit in can lead to unsafe or unkind situations (You are allowed to do what you want, not what your friends want)
You're outside during recess and see a fight start. What should you do?
A. Break it up yourself
B. Watch from a distance
C. Run to get a staff member immediately
D. Record it
C. Run to get a staff member immediately
You’re asked to lead a group even though your behavior wasn’t great earlier in the week. What’s the best approach?
A. Accept the role and show you can improve
B. Say no—you don’t deserve it
C. Brag to others about being picked
D. Use the chance to bend the rules
A. Accept the role and show you can improve
Your friend says it's totally okay to take their picture at camp, and they even want to be in it. But your counselor says you still can’t. Why not?
A. Because your friend might change their mind later
B. Because only parents or guardians can officially give permission, even if the student agrees
C. Because all photos have to be taken by a teacher
D. Because pictures don’t work without Wi-Fi
B. Because only parents or guardians can officially give permission, even if the student agrees (Parents or guardians must give official consent for photos of their child to be taken or shared. Even if the student says yes, you must follow the camp’s consent policies to respect privacy and legal rules.)
At lunch, someone says, “Why do you always wear that? It’s kind of weird, but I guess it’s your thing.” The person being talked to goes quiet and looks uncomfortable. Why might that comment be a problem?
A. Because people should dress the same at camp
B. Because they didn’t say it in a funny voice
C. Because you’re not supposed to comment on anything at all
D. Because commenting on someone’s appearance or style—even casually—can feel rude, judgmental, or embarrassing
D. Because commenting on someone’s appearance or style—even casually—can feel rude, judgmental, or embarrassing
One of the staff members reminds your group about a safety rule, but someone rolls their eyes and says, “Why do they care so much?” What’s the best way to think about and treat your camp staff?
A. Just follow the rules when they’re watching
B. Show respect, listen to them, and remember they’re here to keep everyone safe and having fun
C. Ignore them unless it’s something serious
D. Joke around with them like they’re just another camper
B. Show respect, listen to them, and remember they’re here to keep everyone safe and having fun (Staff members aren’t just there to “boss you around”—they care about your experience, your safety, and your feelings. Showing them respect makes camp better for everyone.)