Frequently Asked Questions

GENERAL

  • Students who participate in our programs are usually between the ages of 5 and 18.

  • It typically depends on the type of program being offered. Some programs require a $25 application fee. Other programs like the summer camps typically cost about $100 per student for a week.

  • We partner with several elementary and high schools through SUN for after-school programs. We also partner with tertiary institutions for the residential and day camps.

    All schools are in the Portland Metropolitan Area.

  • They are programs that are designed to prepare students for a specific career field.

  • BB2S staff review all applications and will send an email with further instructions to parents and guardians.

  • Some of the training provided include Mandatory Reporting Training, First Aid & CPR Training among others.

  • While there are general criteria for volunteers and instructors, each volunteer role may have specific requirements needed.

  • BB2S welcomes volunteers for varied roles including social media management, communications and public relations, special events, among others.

SUMMER CAMPS

  • Our number one priority is safety. We ensure that everybody is safe while having fun. If incidents do come up, we document them in incident reports and communicate to parents/guardians.

  • Our camp typically hosts around 20 to 25 students.

  • The residential camps are typically free while the day camps are organized at a fee.

  • No. Parents do not get to observe their children during the camp day except for special instances like presentations. Parents get to observe via zoom in this case.

  • No. There are no opportunities for parents to volunteer at camp.

  • While there is no nurse on-site, we have a first aid kit with basic medication available. If a child experiences severe symptoms, we will contact the parents immediately and arrange for the child to be taken to the hospital.

  • Not at the moment.

  • Both camps comprise similar activities. The main difference is the location where they take place.