General Questions
Q: What grades can attend CASTSummer?
A: Students from any school in 5th-8th grade in Fall 2023.
Q: Do I register my child based on their grade this year or next year?
A: Register your child based on their grade in Fall 2023.
Q: Are you having CASTSummer Jr. for grades 3rd-4th grade this year?
A: Unfortunately, due to staffing challenges, we will not be able to offer CASTSummer for students younger than 5th grade in Fall 2023.
Q: What is the cancellation policy of CASTSummer?
A: Refunds less the non-refundable deposit of $200 must be requested by May 27. No refunds will be issued after that date.
Q: Are there scholarships available for CASTSummer?
A: Yes! Email Cory Marshall, CAST Program Manager, or call her at 708.524.7848.
The Camp Day
Q: What do I bring on the first day of camp?
A: Your good attitude, a face mask, your bag lunch, and a water bottle. Actors should have a 1-minute monologue.
Q: What do I wear to camp?
A: Wear loose-fitting and comfortable clothing to keep you cool since we will be moving around a lot, inside and outside. We will be working on a variety of messy art projects that will be used during the production. Wear clothing that can get dirty. You must wear shoes that will stay on your feet and are easy to move in. Flip flops, heels, etc. are not appropriate. Crew members should arrive on the first day dressed for a mess! Crew clothes will not stay clean, that includes shoes and hats. It is recommended but not required you wear a face mask per state and local COVID guidelines.
Q: What if I ride my bike to camp?
A: Bikes can be locked up outside just west of the Washington Street Entrance under the mural. Please bring your own lock.
Q: Can I bring personal items to camp?
A: You will be so busy throughout the entire day there will be no time to use them. Also, we have no safe way to store them for you, so there is a risk you might go home without something valuable or important to you.
Q: What will my costume be?
A: Your costume depends on your part. You will receive a detailed description of your costume during the first week. You will be expected to provide some very basic items. CAST will add pieces that complete the costume.
Q: Do I have to come every day?
A: The entire day is spent teaching you everything you need to know for your performance. You will need all of this time to be ready. If you are late to camp or absent, you will miss valuable time required to learn and perfect the songs and dances. The entire company is counting on you to keep your commitment!
Q: What if I am sick or must miss a day for another commitment?
A: If you are sick, must miss a day or know you will be late, call the CAST Lab (708.524.7848) and let us know as soon as possible so we can plan for your absence.
COVID Safety Policies and Practices
As an integral part of Oak Park District 97, CAST at Julian is following all state and local COVID guidelines. Specific safety reminders based on the most up-to-date guidelines will be provided to CASTSummer participants before the start of camp.
Q. What are your cleaning and sanitizing protocols?
A. We will follow the District 97 policies for cleaning and sanitizing. All learning spaces, offices, bathrooms and hallways will be cleaned by D97 custodial staff nightly per Illinois State Board of Education and CDC guidelines.
Q: What is your mask policy?
A: Masks are not required but strongly recommended.
Q: How will you handle lunch?
A: We plan to follow all CDC COVID guidelines. This includes eating lunch outside as much as possible.
Q: How will you handle hand washing and hand sanitizing?
A: Hand washing will be practiced regularly, particularly before and after meals. Hand sanitizer will also be available to all students and staff.
Q: What if my child is exhibiting COVID-like symptoms?
A: We will ask parents to monitor their children at home prior to their arrival at camp each day. All staff and students will be asked to stay home if they have a fever higher than 100° or have other COVID-like symptoms, such as a runny nose, cough, headache, sore throat, body aches, etc. More specific guidelines and procedures will be issued to families before the start of CASTSummer.
Q: What if a student develops symptoms while at CASTSummer?
A: If a student gets sick while at CASTSummer, we will isolate the camper in a safe space and notify the family. Families will be asked to contact Cory Marshall guidelines on returning to camp.
Still have questions? Contact Cory Marshall or call 708.524.7848.