MARKED 2026 PARENT FAQ

 

Welcome, Parents & Guardians!

Thank you for considering MARKED 2026 Youth Arts Camp for your student(s)! We are thrilled to welcome young artists and can’t wait to create, learn, and grow together. Our goal is to make camp a joyful, safe, and faith-filled experience for every camper.

Be sure to join our newsletter email list and follow MARKED on Facebook and Instagram so you don’t miss important updates, reminders, and celebrations

If you have questions at any point, please feel free to reach out to the Camp Director at info@lcyarts.org.

Communication

  • After registration, campers and parents will receive updates by email.

  • Please check the email address you list on your registration regularly.

  • Questions before camp? Email info@lcyarts.org anytime!

Registration & Tuition

Registration Opens

  • Returning families: January 28 (Returning families should check their email for a special offer.)

  • Open registration: January 30

Tuition Rates

  • $100 — January 30–March 14

  • $110 — March 15–April 30

  • $120 — May 1–June 1

Registration closes June 1, 2026.

Discounts & Scholarships

  • Families with three or more campers and those seeking financial assistance should email info@lcyarts.org.

  • Interested in helping sponsor a camper or support camp costs? We’d love to hear from you!

Important Notes

  • Space is limited, so register early!  Earlier registrants will be given preference in workshop assignments. 

  • Full payment is required by June 1.

  • We’re unable to accept late or walk-in registrations.

Payments, Refunds & Cancellations

  • Payment is due at registration unless arrangements are made in advance.

  • Refunds requested by June 8 will be issued minus a $40 cancellation fee.

  • Refunds after that date are available only for medical or family emergencies.

In the unlikely event that Camp Is Canceled
Families may choose to:

  • Receive a full refund

  • Roll their payment over to MARKED 2027

  • Donate the fee to the camp scholarship fund

Food & Lunches

  • Please have campers eat a good breakfast each morning before camp.

  • Campers should bring a refillable water bottle labeled with their name.

  • Lunch options:

    • Bring a lunch from home, or

    • Order camp lunches for $30 total (five days)

Lunch Details

  • Lunch orders are due by June 1.

  • We cannot accommodate dietary restrictions.

  • No refrigeration is available.

  • Camp lunches include kid-friendly favorites like hot dogs, chicken patties, sloppy joes, pizzas, etc. with fruits and vegetables.  

  • Water, lemonade, and a small daily snack are provided.

Daily Schedule & Pickup

Check-In

  • Monday: Doors open at 8:30 a.m.

  • Tuesday–Friday: Doors open at 8:45 a.m.

  • Monday through Thursday Camp runs 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

Pickup

  • Please pick up campers by 3:45 p.m. (Monday–Thursday).

  • Campers must be signed in and out daily by a parent or guardian.

  • Campers age 16+ may sign themselves in/out with written permission.

Early/Late Pickup Fee

  • A $10 fee applies for arrivals or pickups more than 15 minutes early/late unless arrangements are made.

  • Campers whose parents are volunteering may follow their parent’s schedule.

Friday Finale

  • Campers stay after the regular day for rehearsal, talent show, the family picnic, and the closing program.

  • Families are warmly invited to attend the picnic and program and celebrate the week with the campers!

  • Campers should take home their projects after the program.

Attendance

  • Campers are expected to attend every full day, including Friday evening.

  • If a medical appointment can’t be rescheduled, please notify us by June 10.

Volunteers & Parent Helpers

  • Adult volunteers must complete a Volunteer Application and background check.

  • Adults assisting campers with special needs are welcome to attend camp with their camper. They must fill out a Volunteer Application, but will not be assigned to other duties.

  • For safety and security reasons, children not enrolled in camp may not be on campus during camp hours.

  • Non-volunteer parents and siblings are asked to not be on campus until the Friday picnic and program.

Accessibility & Special Needs

  • The facility is fully accessible, with ramps, restrooms, and a lift.

  • Please note mobility needs on the registration form.

  • Trained service animals are welcome.

Health & Safety

  • Please keep home any camper who exhibits any of the following symptoms: diarrhea, severe coughing, difficult or rapid breathing, yellowish skin or eyes, pinkeye/conjunctivitis, vomiting, contagious rashes, unidentifiable rashes, fever (over 99 degrees orally) and head lice or nits.  Accordingly, we reserve the right to contact a parent or emergency contact to have the child picked up if he/she exhibits any of these symptoms.

  • We also utilize a “24-hour fever free policy.” This policy mandates that any child sent home with a fever (see above) cannot be readmitted to camp within 24 hours. TPlease keep campers home if they show signs of illness.

  • A nurse will be available each day to help with medical needs.

Behavior Expectations

Our goal is a positive, respectful environment for everyone.

  • First incident: warning

  • Second incident: parent contact

  • Third incident: dismissal without refund

Parents will always be notified of ongoing or serious concerns.

Prohibited Items and Activities

  • No illegal substances (i.e., narcotics, illegal drugs, etc.) are allowed. 
  • Substances not considered illegal but which are intended for inappropriate use (i.e., model glue, super glue, etc.) are not allowed. 
  • The consumption of alcohol and use of tobacco products is not allowed.  
  • Items considered to be weapons are prohibited from being in the possession of any non-adult at all activities.  
  • Items of a sexual nature are strictly prohibited.  This rule shall apply to printed and electronic material including any graphic or text.  Any content or activity deemed to be pornographic in nature by consensus of LCYArts council members or the Camp Director shall be regarded as prohibited. 
  • No excessive horseplay. 
  • No bad language.  Language that is generally or reasonably considered to be vulgar, inappropriate in a Christian context, hurtful to the recipient, racial, bigoted, or demeaning is not allowed. 
  • No hurting others. 
  • No defacing property.

Please note, illegal activity will not be tolerated.

We appreciate your partnership in keeping camp safe and enjoyable.

Mission Focus

MARKED 2026 will support Vida Abundante School in La Union, Honduras, partnering with Jonah and Rebecca Francis as they serve musicians and students.


Learn more: https://www.honduranfellowship.org/education

Prayer & Celebration

Please pray:

  • For our leaders, staff, and volunteers

  • For strong camper and volunteer participation

  • For sponsors and donors

  • That students grow in faith, creativity, friendships, and joy

A Final Word

MARKED 2026 marks our fifth year of camp! We are deeply thankful for the opportunity to serve young artists and help them grow in faith and creativity. Thank you for praying, supporting, and partnering with us as we prepare for an exciting summer.

We can’t wait to welcome your campers to MARKED 2026!