camp dunnabeck parent portal

What is Kildonan’s camp Dunnabeck Parent Portal?

Welcome to Kildonan’s Camp Dunnabeck. The Parent Portal gives you access to all the information you need to plan for your child’s summer at Camp Dunnabeck. Much of the information is provided on this page.

What is the parent portal and how do I login?

The Parent Portal gives you access to all the information you need to plan for your child’s summer at Camp Dunnabeck. Much of the information is provided on this page. Once your child is enrolled, you will be given a password to access additional information like your child’s schedule and camp photos via the Parent Portal Login button (below).

How can I make a tax-deductible donation to Camp Abbey?

If you are interested in making a tax-deductible donation to the Archdiocese of New Orleans specifically for Camp Abbey, please contact the office at 985-327-7240. We have several needs, including the camper scholarship fund and upgrades to our facility. Memorials and dedications may be considered for large gifts.

What is an activity instructor at Camp Dunnabeck?

Activity Instructors: Many of Camp Dunnabeck’s activity instructors come back year after year to be part of the magic of Dunnabeck and reconnect with returning campers and staff. Activity instructors are experts, many are teachers during the regular school year and all love to be involved with the activities at Camp. IN SEARCH OF: ]

What is camp Dunnabeck?

Kildonan’s Camp Dunnabeck. Camp Dunnabeck is an academic summer camp for boys and girls ages 8 to 16 with dyslexia and language-based learning differences. We accept students of average to above-average intelligence. The Camp Dunnabeck program balances dedicated language remediation with outstanding recreational activities.

What do campers do when they are not studying?

When they’re not studying, campers can choose from a wide array of fun activities and weekend excursions which tap into the natural resources of the campus and the region.

Who are the Orton Gillingham tutors?

Orton-Gillingham Tutors: Each Camp Dunnabeck Language Training tutor is trained in the Orton-Gillingham Approach by on-site Fellows of the Academy of Orton-Gillingham Practitioners and Educators (AOGPE). Subsequent to that training, they participate in a practicum experience that involves observations and ongoing training workshops.

How often do campers get into archery?

Twice a week, in the last 25 mins of class, the campers can get into ] Archery. Archery requires both a physical and mental focus. Campers are taught the value of calm and concentration and its importance in the improvement of skills.

How many days a week do campers swim?

Swimming. Campers have waterfront activities three days per week (weather permitting). Groups visit an indoor pool at another local independent school, they enjoy a swim at a local lake, or they go water tubing/skiing. Check out our other great activities!

What is woodworking class?

Woodworking is designed to teach campers basic woodworking skills and knowledge while also learning about tool safety and operation. This class introduces campers to hand tools as well as portable and stationary power tools. Campers complete group and individual projects designed to provide practical experience in construction theory ...

What materials do campers use?

Campers will also use Little Bits electronics, Dash robots, Arduino, and a variety of materials to invent and design creations that beep and move. Ceramics. The Ceramic Program at Camp Dunnabeck serves as an introduction to skill building through clay.

What are the instruments that campers learn at Dunnabeck?

Music. In the music class at Camp Dunnabeck, campers had the opportunity to practice and learn on instruments such as the guitar, ukulele, bass, drums and keyboard as well as develop vocal skills.

What is the equestrian program at Camp Dunnabeck?

The equestrian program at Camp Dunnabeck is an integral part of the camp experience since Diana Hanbury King founded the camp. A balance sport and an activity that requires care and stewardship of the animals, campers gain a lot by participating in this activity.

What is tennis at camp Dunnabeck?

The tennis program at Camp Dunnabeck is designed to bring campers of all ages and abilities together to learn and have fun. Campers learn the basic rules associated with tennis, and build their skills and techniques. In our class the campers like to play `King of the Court’ and tennis variations of softball and dodgeball. ]

Every camper is paired up with an Orton-Gillingham tutor. Students meet with their tutor for Language Training every day for a one-on-one, individualized one-hour session

Every camper is paired up with an Orton-Gillingham tutor. Students meet with their tutor for Language Training every day for a one-on-one, individualized one-hour session.

At Camp Dunnabeck, students are trained to study independently and to make the best possible use of group study periods. The length of the study periods varies according to the age, needs, and maturity of the individual. From the tutor, the individual learns to set high standards, work confidently, and take pride in achievement

Cursive Writing – For dyslexic students, cursive handwriting in general is easier than print. So at Camp Dunnabeck, we encourage students to learn this skill. Diana Hanbury King, the co-founder of Kildonan, is the author of “Writing Skills” which is considered the best cursive writing teaching method.

Optional workshops

Creative Writing Workshop – Working with an Orton-Gillingham tutor for 30 minutes of study hall time, campers compose substantive written pieces in narrative or descriptive style. Our campers writing work is collected into a Creative Journal at the end of camp.

Our Academic Add-ons provide campers with additional supports in the areas they need it most. Instruction in these areas are available in daily hour or half-hour-long sessions. Refer to the fee schedule on the Admissions page for these programs

Our Academic Add-ons provide campers with additional supports in the areas they need it most. Instruction in these areas are available in daily hour or half-hour-long sessions. Refer to the fee schedule on the Admissions page for these programs.