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Frequently Asked Questions at Parent/Guardian
Meetings
*Teachers and parents are welcomed to download our "brag
book" (a 20 page pdf document) for a visual
preview to the field study.
- What are the dorm rooms like?
Each room has 6 or 7 bunked beds and a bathroom with
a shower, toilet, and sink. The rooms have air conditioning
and heat. The rooms can be locked, but only adults
are allowed to have keys. Boys and girls will be housed
in separate rooms.
- What is the dining hall like?
The dining hall serves kid-friendly food cafeteria style.
Students enter the main door and snake through the food
line, get a drink (powdered mix drink or water). They
will sit together as a school group. Students bus their
own trays when finished and leave only under the supervision
of adults from the school group.
- What if my child has dietary restrictions?
Jekyll tries to accommodate dietary special needs, but
they need to know in advance of any needs. In extreme
circumstances, it may be best for individuals to bring
their own food and store it in coolers.
- Can I call and talk to my child at the center?
Groups are in classes outside for most of the day and will
not be near a phone. There are no pay phones at the center,
and students are not permitted to use office phones.
In case of emergencies, a message can be left in the
main office or with the Georgia State Patrol. Otherwise,
talk to your lead teacher about a phone tree or other
phone availability.
- Do I need to send money with my child?
There is a canteen which sells snacks and souvenir items.
See the canteen list for pricing.
- What happens if my child is injured? Is there
health personnel on site?
There is no medical personnel or facilities on site. Basic
first aid supplies are available, but aid will be administered
by school staff only. Each school should also have first
aid materials and any medicines necessary by the students.
More serious injuries will require the transport of the
student to the immediate care facility or the emergency
room (both in Brunswick). It is the responsibility of the
school to transport injured students, or 911 service is
available. Jekyll recommends that all schools bring an
extra vehicle for such emergencies. Jekyll is not responsible
for any group or individual's medical insurance.
- What should I send with my child?
Consult the what to bring list for ideas. Please remember
that Jekyll does not provide linens, pillows, blankets,
or towels. Shirts and shoes must be worn at all times
(no flip-flops). Classes go rain or shine. Old clothes
and shoes are best.
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