FAQs, Forms, and Other Info

FAQs

List of 8 items.

  • Application Process

    How to Apply

    Campers are enrolled in sessions on a first-come, first-served basis. Complete the application form, one per camper, here. There are reserved dates for current Lowell families and the wider community to register.

    Camper and family information is due at registration. There is a 25 % non-refundable deposit deposit toward the total cost of the program(s).

    Under-enrolled Courses

    Lowell reserves the right to cancel under-enrolled programs at any time. Every effort will be made to make appropriate substitutions.

    Friend Requests

    The overwhelming majority of campers do not know anyone at camp, so our counselors are trained to strategically create environments that provide opportunities for making connections, fostering friendships, and making memories. Many, many factors go into carefully balancing camp groups. While we do not guarantee friend groupings, we try to honor one friend request. The request must be received by both families for the application to be considered. This process creates an environment where campers feel welcomed and can make new friends. Requests for multiple friends in the same group, or requests not made by both families will not be honored. Siblings who wish to be grouped together must also make the request on the application. We are not responsible for misspelled names or identified incorrectly. Friend requests must be made at the time of registration.

  • Payments and Refunds

    Payments

    Billing statements will be sent by April 1, 2025. If payment is not received by May 1, 2025, the space may be given to a child on the waiting list. Full payment is required at the time of application for campers applying after May 1, 2025.

    Under-enrolled Courses

    Lowell reserves the right to cancel under-enrolled programs at any time. Every effort will be made to make appropriate substitutions.

    Refunds

    As a Parent or Guardian of your enrolled camper(s) you can expect to acknowledge and sign that you understand and agree to the following in the registration process:
    • Once camper(s) is/are enrolled, there will be absolutely no refunds of tuition deposits paid. 
    • Withdrawals must be made before April 1, 2025, to receive a refund of the total tuition (less the deposit). If deciding to cancel, our procedures are below:
      • Primary caregivers must submit a letter/email of cancellation to be RECEIVED by the Camp Director before April 1, 2025.
      • In the event of timely cancellation, families will receive a full refund of all amounts paid in excess of the Non-Refundable, Non-Transferable Session Deposit, which is 25% of the total cost per session per camper. Families understand that this deposit is not refundable or transferable under any circumstances.
      • After April 1, 2025, there will be NO Refunds of any amounts for any circumstances, including, but not limited to, absence, extended illness, family emergency, change of residence, severe weather, expulsion, or withdrawal.

    In addition, in the event of closure for severe weather, the Summer Camp may close for the duration of the watch/warning and may not issue make-up days.


  • Health Policies and Requirements (Including COVID)

    Required Forms

    DC Health and immunization forms are required by law and must be on file for each camper by May 1, 2025. Forms dated after August 6, 2024, are acceptable. Links for all required forms are available in the right column of this page. A physician must sign each form. 

    Health & Oral certificates from your state are required by law and must be on file for Pre-Primary campers by May 1, 2025. All other campers must complete the Mandatory forms section on Campbrain by May 1. Forms dated after August 6, 2024, are acceptable. Links for all required forms are available in the right column of this page. A physician must sign each form. 


    Medication

    Never send medication to camp in a child’s possession. Parents are responsible for walking all medication and authorized forms from the doctors to the nurse suite on the first day of their session. Campers are not permitted to self-administer medication of any kind. The camp has a registered nurse or personnel with equivalent training/authorization who can administer family-provided over-the-counter or prescribed medication, but only if a physician’s order is on file. Telephone authorization is not permitted. All meds will be returned on the last day of each session on the last day of camp during carpool. Parents do not have to come into the building to retrieve medication.

    Masking
    Campers and staff are not required to wear masks anywhere on Lowell’s campus; masks are prohibited while in the pool. If an individual or a family chooses to mask, their decision will be supported to the greatest degree possible. Lowell will not supply masks. 

    COVID

    Masks are optional within our school, and we will foster an environment where all students and staff, whether they choose to wear a mask or not, feel respected.     

    Lowell School follows the CDC and DC Public Schools guidelines for COVID precautions. Please check out detailed information here. 

    Sunscreen

    Counselors will remind campers to apply and reapply sunscreen at set intervals. Counselors will not apply sunscreen for campers in 1st grade or older. Younger campers will receive assistance in the application of sunscreen. Parents must send sunscreen from home labeled with their child’s name.

  • Drop Off, Pick Up, and Transportation

    Drop Off and Pick Up

    All Camp families will be issued a window placard that must be displayed during pickup. You will also be asked to share who the authorized pickup and drop-off adults are during registration.
     
    Drop-off starts at 8:50 am unless enrolled in Before Care. Adults dropping off should remain in their vehicles. Counselors will open doors and help younger campers get out of vehicles. Campers arriving after 9:15 am must enter through the Camp Office (by the flag poles) by an adult to be signed in and will be escorted to their group by our staff. Although Fab Friends campers are old enough to walk themselves to their building, they must be signed in at the camp office before entering the parkside building.
     
    Pickup starts at 2:45 pm for pre-primary and 3:00 pm for everyone else. Adults picking up should remain in their vehicles. Counselors will help younger campers get into the vehicle. Campers must load into the vehicle from the curb; loading on the driver’s side is prohibited. If you have siblings attending camp, the older sibling will always be with the younger sibling during carpool.

    Late Arrival and Early Dismissal

    If you anticipate a late arrival, please notify the camp office as soon as possible by calling 202-577-2091 or emailing programs@lowellschool.org. 

    Early pickups must happen no later than 2:30 pm. If a camper needs to leave early, please inform the camp office on the day of by calling 202-577-2091 or emailing programs@lowellschool.org no later than 1:30 pm. For last-minute early pickups, please call ahead so we can attempt to have the campers ready when you arrive. Families picking up campers early must check in at the camp office.

    Bus Service

    To help alleviate on-campus congestion and allow for faster dismissal in the afternoons, Lowell provides bus service to transport campers to the parking lot behind Parkway Deli on Grubb Road. The bus departs Lowell’s campus at 3:00 pm. This program is open to rising Kindergarteners and older. Seats on the bus are first come, first served.

    Email programs@lowellschool.org for more information.

  • Food and Beverage

    Prohibited

    LOWELL IS A NUT-FREE SCHOOL.

    Candy, gum, and sodas are forbidden and, if sent, will be confiscated.

    Lunch and Snack

    Refrigeration and microwave capability are not available.

    Full-day campers bring their own lunches and snacks in sturdy lunchboxes labeled with their names. Snack is provided for all Pre-Primary/Pre-K campers.

    Lunches and snacks should be packed separately and clearly labeled to limit confusion. 

    Water Bottles

    Campers must bring a refillable water bottle each day. Labeling the water bottle is helpful to get it back to your camper!

  • After Care

    Using After Care

    When you complete your camper’s registration, you can sign up for After Care per camper, per session. You can also use After Care on a drop-in basis at $20 per day for morning care and $50 per day for afternoon care, per camper. Space is limited.  

    Space is limited. 

    Location

    After Care for older campers is in the Main Building. After Care for Pre-Primary/Pre-K campers is in the Pre-Primary Building. 

    Pick Up Outside of Regular Hours

    Families picking up older campers early should go directly to the camp office through the After Care entrance (between the main and Pre-Primary entrances).

    Families picking up Pre-Primary/Pre-K campers should go directly to the Pre-Primary entrance.

    Only previously designated parents/caregivers can sign a child out. If you plan to have a different person pick up your camper, you must notify the camp office before the pick-up time.

  • Conduct and Consent

    Behavior

    Lowell School Summer Programs reserves the right to dismiss, without refund, any camper for any conduct that the camp leadership deems inappropriate or unsafe. Our behavior/discipline policy is outlined HERE.

    Field Trips

    Field trips are under the supervision of the Summer Programs staff. By filling out the field trip section on the application, you grant your child permission to participate. Children are transported on a school bus. Field trips are generally not planned for campers younger than rising 3rd grade.

    Photography

    Lowell reserves the right to use photographs and videos taken during summer programs in our brochures, advertisements, websites, and social media sites. If you have questions about this policy, please email communications@lowellschool.org.

  • What to Wear and Bring

    What to Wear

    Please put your child’s name clearly on all clothing, equipment, and other belongings. It is important to send children in clothing and shoes appropriate for the activities.

    What to Bring

    All campers should pack a swimsuit and towel in case they have swimming during the day. They should also have sunscreen and a hat (if desired for sun protection).

    Prohibited

    No toys or electronic devices are permitted.

Forms

1640 Kalmia Road NW
Washington, DC 20012
202-577-2000