Summer Camp with the Rapid City Arts Council

CONTACT INFORMATION 
The Dahl Arts Center 
713 7th Street 
Rapid City, SD 57701 
605.392.4101 x3
education@thedahl.org
LOCAITON INFORMATION
All summer programming takes place in the RCAC Education Department, use the Kansas City St. entrance of the Dahl Arts Center for drop-off + pick-up. ​
WHAT TO WEAR
  • Clothes that can get messy with paint, clay, glue, etc. 
  • A face mask that securely covers both the mouth and nose.
  • Closed-toe shoes. 
 
WHAT TO BRING 
  • Refillable water bottle.
  • A cold/sack lunch.  
  • Your creativity!
 
WHAT NOT TO BRING 
  • Electronics (smart phones, smart-watches, tablets, etc.) 
  • Toys or special belongings from home 
*The Dahl Arts Center is not responsible for lost or stolen items.
PICK-UP/DROP OFF PROCEDURES 
All drop-offs and pick-ups will occur at the Kansas City Street entrance.
Drop-off 
  • ​​We ask that all adults and children entering the building wear a mask.
  • On the first day of camp, parents/guardians must check-in with a RCAC staff member at the education desk and fill out any necessary paperwork.
  • Parents/guardians will initial the sign-in/out sheet. 
Pick-up 
  • We ask that all adults and children entering the building wear a mask.
  • RCAC staff may request to check a valid ID of all adults that come to pick up students and confirm the adult is listed on the authorized pick-up list. 
  • Parents/guardians will initial the sign-in/out sheet. 
HEALTH, SAFETY, + COVID-19
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Injury 
If your child becomes injured, proper first aid will be administered and an accident report will be completed by a staff member. Parents/Guardians will be promptly notified as soon as the child’s immediate needs have been taken care of. In an emergency, staff will immediately call 911 and contact the parent/guardian or emergency contacts provided on the registration paperwork. 
Health 
If you, your child, or anyone in your family unit are feeling unwell or have come in contact with any confirmed COVID-19 positive cases, we ask that you please do not bring your child to participate in the camp. If anything pertaining to the prior statement changes during the camp week, we ask that you promptly notify us at the Education Department. If your child becomes ill while at camp (persistent cough, fever, etc.) we will promptly call the listed emergency contacts to have the child picked up.

Masks
In adherence with the most up to date CDC guidelines, we ask that everyone who enters the Dahl Arts Center where a mask. Our day camp structure includes two breaks, one in the morning and one in the afternoon, where campers will head outside for games and fresh air. 
BEHAVIOR EXPECTATIONS
The RCAC Education Dept. strives to provide a creative learning environment that is rooted in respect, collaboration, and creativity. We strive to make the art classroom a place where students feel seen, heard, and valued, so that they may freely and authentically express themselves and connect with others through the arts.  
We expect our students to: 

  • Interact and engage with others (both staff and other students) with kindness and respect.
  • Use language that is both appropriate and respectful. 
  • Respect and treat with care all aspects of the Education Dept., including classrooms, bathrooms, common areas, supplies, equipment, and materials. 
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Behavior Policy 
The Rapid City Arts Council strives to ensure the safety of our staff and of every student who enters our facility. In extreme instances, if a student is unable to participate in a way that keeps everyone safe (physically and emotionally) the student may be removed from the camp. Any kind of violence, aggression, or explicit language will not be tolerated. If a child’s behavior becomes problematic, staff will appropriately document the behavior in writing. Appropriate action will be determined by the staff, and if necessary, the parent/guardian will be contacted. Before removal, staff will always strive for conflict transformation, problem solving, and redirection with patience and respect.
CANCELLATION POLICY 

  • If classes are cancelled by the Rapid City Arts Council, due to Covid-19 or otherwise, you will be refunded 100%.
  • Classes are filled on a first-paid, first-served basis. Registration is not in effect until payment is received in full. 
  • To transfer or cancel your enrollment call 605-394-4101 x3 and/or email education@thedahl.org. Processing fees may apply. 
  • Class Transfers requested 48 business hours prior to class start date will not be charged a processing fee.  
  • Class Transfers requested less than 48 business hours prior to class start date will incur a $5 processing fee.  
  • Class Cancellations requested 48 business hours prior to the start of the class will be charged a $5 processing fee.  
  • Class Cancellations requested less than 48 business hours prior to class start date are non-refundable. 
 
On behalf of the Rapid City Arts Council, the Dahl staff, Board of Directors, and our volunteers, we would like to express our sincere gratitude and thank the City of Rapid City for their ongoing support of our organization. It is because of support like this that we are able to continue to fulfill our mission to champion inclusive, innovative and inspired arts opportunities to enrich the communities we serve. 

The Rapid City Arts Council receives support from generous members and donors, the City of Rapid City,  SD Community Foundation, and the South Dakota Arts Council with funds from the State of South Dakota, through the Department of Tourism and the National Endowment for the Arts. Special thanks to Bierschbach Equipment and Supply and Dakota Business Center, Carter Taylor.

​​The Dahl Arts Center is a municipal facility managed by the Rapid City Arts Council and owned by the City of Rapid City.​