Career Exploration Summer Program

It's never too early to think about college. College for Kids offers young students the opportunity to experience what it's like to attend real college classes - with a fun twist. Students will be required to choose one major and one minor area of study, which they will focus on during the weeklong camp. Led by expert professionals in the field, students will gain instruction and hands-on experience while working alongside peers who share a similar interest and passion for a specific academic subject. Students will spend the week creating innovative projects that will be highlighted at the Campers Showcase held at the end of the week, which families are welcome to attend.

Please complete and submit this application to be eligible to participate in the College for Kids Program.

For more information, contact School of Continuing Education at askce@triton.edu.

Career Exploration Information

General Information

Location: Triton College
Dates:

June 10 – June 13, 2024 (Monday – Thursday)
June 17, June 18, and June 20, 2024 (Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday)
June 24 – June 27, 2024 (Monday – Thursday)

Time: 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Cost: This is a free, grant funded program.

Eligible Participants: Incoming 5th through 9th graders, Friday Night Place, District 97 Middle School Explorer Program Participants

Friday Night Place Students
Please arrive at Brooks Middle School between 8:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. to sign in and receive program shirts and breakfast. Students will partake in wellness surveys, recreation sessions and social-emotional learning sessions, before heading to Triton College at 11:00 a.m. for lunch and Major courses.

Transportation: Students will use bus transportation leaving from Brooks Middle School
Address: 325 S Kenilworth Ave, Oak Park, IL 60302
Departure Time: Buses will leave from Brooks Middle School at 11:00 a.m.
Pick-Up Time: Arrive at Brooks Middle School by 3:45 p.m. to collect your student

*Please note: Late drop off/early pick-up will not be permitted, if your child can not attend the full day they will need to be absent from the entirety of that day.

Lunch: Hot lunches will be provided daily. If your child has allergies or specific food preferences, feel free to send them with a bagged lunch.

*Please note: We do not have access to refrigerators, so pack food that will keep well through the day.

Schedule

Week One (June 10th-13th): College For Kids

Campers will be required to choose one major area of study, which they will focus on during the weeklong camp. Led by expert professionals in the field, campers will gain instruction and hands-on experience while working alongside peers who share a similar interest and passion for a specific academic subject. Campers will spend the week creating innovative projects that will be highlighted at the Campers Showcase held at the end of the week, which families are welcome to attend.

*Please note: Seats for each major may be limited.

Week Two (June 17th, 18th, 20th): Field Trips

This week is filled with exciting field trips to local destinations, offering a real-world glimpse into various professions and industries, bridging the gap between classroom learning and practical application.

Week Three (June 24th-27th): Medical Camp

Camp participants will explore and role-play the key responsibilities of a doctor and how to administer first aid in emergency situations. These future doctors will learn about lung disease, how to perform CPR and Heimlich maneuver, broken bones, hypothermia, how to use a stethoscope, snake bites, discuss the steps to becoming a doctor, and more.

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Career Exploration Application

* = required

Student Information

Student First Name *

Student Middle Initial

Student Last Name *

Student Preferred Name/Nickname (optional)

Student Birth Date *

Student Address *

Apt. No/Unit

City *

State *

Zip Code *

School Attending *

Grade Level *

T-Shirt Size *

Legal Sex *

Race *

Ethnicity *

Affiliation * School District 97 Explorer Program Friday Night Place

Health/Medical History

Any allergy information we should know about (food/environment)? *

Any medical information we should know about? *

Any chronic or recurring illness or medical condition (including behavioral conditions)? *

Parent/Guardian Information

Parent/Guardian Name *

Parent/Guardian Primary Phone Number *

Parent/Guardian Alternate Phone Number (optional)

Parent/Guardian Primary Email *

Select Major

Select 1st, 2nd, and 3rd choice for Major

** Please Note **
Students are required to select a major study. Each class has limited seating. Students will be placed in selected courses on a first come, first served basis. Thank you for your patience and understanding during the enrollment period.

Questions/Comments?

Transportation

Which mode of Transportation will your child take to and from Triton College?

Indicate which category applies to your child:

My child is a School District 97 Student attending Brooks or Julian Middle School or a Friday Night Place student. They will take the bus transportation provided at Brooks Middle School.
My child fits none of the categories above, they will be dropped off and picked up directly from Triton College by a parent/guardian/authorized person.

Mode of Transportation Transportation To/From Triton College by Bus from Brooks Middle School Transportation To/From Triton College by Parent/Guardian/Authorized Person

Pick Up/Release Authorization Form

In the case that your child needs to be picked up from the camp please provide the name of the authorized pick up/release person(s).

*Please note: 1st authorized person information is required. This can be a parent/guardian.

Name of 1st Authorized Individual *

Phone Number *

Email Address *

Name of 2nd Authorized Individual (optional)

Phone Number

Email Address

As legal, custodial parent/guardian of the participant I give the above individual(s) permission to pick up my child.

Individual(s) is/are Authorized for Pickup * Yes

Emergency Contact Information

1st Contact Name *

Relationship to Student *

1st Contact Phone Number *

1st Contact Email *

2nd Contact Name (Optional)

Relationship to Student

2nd Contact Phone Number

2nd Contact Email

Signature Agreements

To verify and complete the submission of this application the parent/guardian must complete the parent/guardian signature and date information for the following agreements.

This form will not be considered valid without the required verification(s).

School District 97 Hold Harmless

I consent to my student’s participation in the Career Exploration Summer program which includes career and STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) exploration programming at Triton College from June 10 – 27, 2024. I further agree and acknowledge the following, with respect to my student’s participation in the Middle School Explore program:

-Students are expected to comply with applicable District 97 policies and procedures, including the Student Code of Conduct and Effective Student Behavior Handbook at all times including during and while being transported to Triton College programming.

-District 97 may require your student to remain on or return to campus at any time during the career exploration program (such as in the event of an emergency requiring the student’s return to campus).

-District 97 is responsible for transporting students to and from Triton College and will support onsite supervision while students are at Triton College.

I understand the risks associated with my student participating in the STEM/ career exploration program at Triton College and acknowledge that District 97 is not responsible for any accidents, injuries, damages or other liabilities, whether to person or property or otherwise, including serious injury or death, that arise out of or are related to my student’s participation in the programs at Triton College, whether as a result of actions, inactions or negligence on the part of my student or others or the condition of facilities, equipment, or areas involved in the program.

I agree to assume all responsibility for any and all medical expenses incurred in connection with my student’s participation in the STEM/career exploration program at Triton College and agree to release and hold harmless District 97 from any and all incidents, injuries, damages or liabilities, whether to person or property or otherwise, that arise out of or are related to or are in any way connected with student’s participation in this program. I further understand that my student may need to receive emergency medical treatment for any illness or emergencies that occur in connection with the STEM/career exploration program and hereby waive all claims against District 97 and its employees resulting from any actions with respect to the administration of such emergency medical treatment.

I agree that I will indemnify and hold harmless District 97 from and against all liabilities, losses, penalties, damages, and expenses, including costs and attorney’s fees, arising out of any third-party claims relating to or resulting from my student’s participation in the Triton College STEM/ career exploration program.

I agree to comply with all requirements set by Triton College and timely complete all requests for information by Triton College.

By typing my name below, I acknowledge that this release includes a release of District 97 from liability, that I have had the opportunity to review the terms and seek assistance in understanding their legal significance, and my consent is freely and voluntarily given.

*Please note this form contains a waiver and release of claims, affecting your legal rights.

Parent/Guardian Signature *

Signature Date *

Hold Harmless and Indemnity Agreement *

The undersigned further expressly agree(s) that consideration of the foregoing and for other good and valuable consideration the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby acknowledged, to indemnify, save, and hold harmless and defend, COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT NO. 504. COUNTY OF COOK AND STATE OF ILLINOIS (TRITON COLLEGE), and it’s Board Members, and the officers, employees therof, against all damages, losses, costs and expenses and attorneys fees in any manner caused by, arising from, incidental to and/or connected with or growing out of such participation.

I, the undersigned, hereby expressly consents and agrees that my child may participate in the Career Exploration Summer Program from June 10th 2024 to June 27th 2024.

Consent and Agree * I Agree

Participant Name: *

Parent/Guardian Signature: *

Date of Signature: *

Agreement with Parent or Legal Guardian of Student under the age of 18 for Participation in An Activity

The undersigned affirmatively states that participation is in good health and is under no medical restrictions which would inhibit participation in said activity.

The undersigned agrees to forever waive and relinquish all claims participant or the undersigned might have as a result of the participants participation in the activity. The undersigned further agrees to forever release and discharge the college, its officers, agents, trustees, and employees against any and all claims for losses, damages, judgements, claims, expenses, costs and liabilities with the undersigned or participants may have as a result of participation in the activity.

The undersigned recognizes and acknowledges that there are inherent risks in the participation in the above referenced activity which may result in serious bodily injury or death. In consideration of said participants, the undersigned agrees to hold harmless and indemnify Triton College, it’s officers, agents, trustees, and employees including reasonable attorney fees and expenses, cause by, arising from, incidental to, connected with or growing out of such participation.

During the course of the activity, in case of medical emergency, the undersigned hereby authorizes any local hospital, doctor, or other licensed medical practitioner, as well as emergency treatment personnel, to take whatever action necessary to address the medical emergency. If the undersigned is present during the activity, the undersigned shall retail the right to make all medically related decisions regarding the participant.

The undersigned certifies that the participant has health insurance coverage and the undersigned agrees that in the event medical treatment is rendered, said insurance shall be considered primary.

If any provision of the agreement or part thereof is ruled unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remainder of the agreement shall be in full force and effect.

I have read the above and understand it. I enter into this agreement as my free and voluntary act.

Read and Agree * I Agree

I, as a parent or legal guardian of the participant do hereby express the participant to participate in the Career Exploration Summer Program from June 10th 2024 to June 27th 2024.

Consent for Participation * I Agree

Participant Name: *

Parent/Guardian Signature: *

Date of Signature: *

Consent and Release

I hereby authorize and give my consent to Triton College, Cook County, Illinois, to film or videotape my child’s image or voice, in connection with the Career Exploration Summer Program occurring from June 10th 2024 to June 27th 2024 at Triton College.

I also authorize Triton College to distribute, exhibit, or cause to be distributed or exhibited, including by not limited to distribution to or exhibition on any broadcast medium, including but not limited to: cable TV, broadcast TV, satellite, broadcast radio, digital transmission and internet transmission, the above presentation at any time or place, without limitation and without my prior inspection or approval.

I waive all rights that I may have to any claims for payment, residualised payments or royalties in connection with any exhibition, distribution, broadcast, or any other showings of any kind of the above presentation at any time or place regardless of whether such exhibition distribution, broadcast or other showing is under educational, commercial, institutional, or private sponsorship, and regardless of whether a fee for admission or other rental is charged.

I have read this Consent and Release in its entirety and understand all of its terms. I have executed this instrument voluntarily and with full knowledge of its significance. * I Give Authorization I Do Not Give Authorization

Participant Name *

Parent Signature *

Date of Signature *

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