Camping out on Thursday

Hello,

We will be camping out on Thursday, the night before our big Civil War day. We tried to find a nearby venue that would allow for a campfire, but it didn't work out. We will be camping right here in the HBS field. Two other classes will be joining us.

Our plan is to have a regular after school homework club, complete with snacks and reading time. Then we will set up our tents and, hopefully, get some pizza delivered. Please let me know if you can be the driver to go get the pizza. You are also welcome to chip in a couple bucks. We do not plan for an authentic 1863 camping experience. We're hoping for a 2016 version with LL Bean tents, sleeping pads and made to order food.

Parents (and families) are welcome. Make it a fun night for the whole family.

We will have round the clock night watchmen to take kids into the school to the bathroom. We are looking for volunteers for one hour shifts. Last time we had two hour shifts and my 4am person never showed, so I was up from 2am to 6am. I am hoping the faster shift makes for more volunteers. You do not need to be a camper to be a watchman. You can drive to school, play on your phone for an hour (or watch the stars), and then drive home.

In the morning, you are welcome to take your child home or just leave him or her for the big day. In either case, a change of clothes, breakfast, and some cleaning supplies should be provided. The gym restrooms have showers. Last time we had a couple campstoves making bacon and eggs, while some parents dropped off some bagels, juice and fruit.  I can run my stove for some of that, but hope we get some people chipping in as well.

The Civil War chorus show starts at 9:30 am in the gym. The outdoor stations go from 10:30 to noon. The reenactment goes from 1:00 to about 1:15. Please let me know if you have any questions or needs for the big day.

I've got to run. Exciting week ahead! And a bonus homework club tomorrow! (Tuesday)

Have a good night.

Mr. Shea

PS. I'll blog about it at a later time, but I heard that people are checking the blog to see if I have really taken a new job for next year. I have. I was offered a position at the new elementary school at Chewonki in Wiscasset. I'll be a 5th and 6th grade multi-age teacher. More on that at a later date. Thank you for your support.