We are pleased to announce that we will once again have Kids’ Camp at SIGCSE 2018, generously supported by the SIGCSE Board!
Kiddie Corp will be providing childcare programs for Kids’ Camp. To learn more about Kiddie Corp, please visit http://www.kiddiecorp.com/. The early egistration deadline is approaching quickly.
The SIGCSE 2018 Kids’ Camp will be in the Baltimore Conference Center, close to the main technical sessions. The exact location will be available at the registration table.
Kids’ Camp Dates and Times:
Thursday, February 22
8:00am - 6:00pm
Friday, February 23
8:00am - 6:00pm
Saturday, February 24
8:00am - 2:00pm
The fee is $50.00 TOTAL for all days per family; unlimited hours, for those who register on or before February 7, 2018.
The fee is $100.00 TOTAL for all days per family, for those who register after February 7, 2018.
The theme for this year’s activities is has yet to be determined.
How old/young can my child(ren) be to register?
Care will be provided for children ages 6 months to 16 yrs. If you have an older child who wants to attend, please contact us.
How much does it cost?
See the fees section above.
Where will Kids Camp be located?
Kids Camp will be conveniently located in the convention center. Visiting your children will be easy.
What will my child(ren) be doing while I am attending the conference?
SIGCSE Kid Campers will participate in drama, play, and arts & crafts activities. Older kids can participate in our planned computing activities, which may include game or story development using Scratch, many CS Unplugged activities, and Google’s CS First activities. Student volunteers will help with the computing activities. We will also have the ever-popular scavenger hunt.
Do I need to bring anything for my child(ren)?
Yes. A change of clothes is strongly recommended for all children. In addition, parents of young children will need to provide any diapers, wipes, baby food, blankets, formula and bottles that may be needed. Snacks and meals will be provided for older children. If your child has any special dietary restrictions, please plan to provide food for them.
How many childcare providers will be in the rooms?
Daycare provider ratios will be:
Student volunteers for the computing activities will be additional helpers and are not included in this ratio.
A lactation area and refrigerator will be provided in the South Show Office, off of the Charles St. Lobby, near registration.