Opportunities For Youth

Welcome to our Children and Youth page. Below is information for our Sunday School, Beacons of Light, the SPLASH program, and the Youth/Young Adult Belonging Place Internship Program. Bader Philanthropies, the Wisconsin Arts Board, the Wisconsin United Methodist Fund, and the City of Milwaukee support our programs.

Beacons of Light Sunday School

Sundays 9:30 - 10:30

Saturdays

April 27 - May 18 1 - 3 pm

Solomon Community Temple, UMC 3295 N. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive Milwaukee, WI 53212

Free Saturday Program for Learning through the Arts Science and Horticulture

S.P.L.A.S.H into SPRING! Young Farmer’s Session

S.P.L.A.S.H. Registration Form -PLEASE FILL OUT EACH QUESTION ON FORM. FORMS WITH EMPTY FIELDS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED

Participant's Name

First Name

Last Name

Age

School Name & Grade Entering Fall 2021

Date of Birth

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Street Address

Street, City, State, Zip Code

Parent/Guardian

Phone

Parent/Guardian Cell/Phone

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Parent/Guardian primary email

Emergency Contact

We will contact this person in the event of an emergency if participants parent/guardian can not be reached.

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Medical Information

Name of Insurance Provider

Policy Number

Health Care Provider (Clinic and Primary Doctor)

Phone (Physician or Clinic)

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Medical Issues: Please list any medical problems including any required maintenance medication and allergies e.g. Diabetes, Asthma, Anaphylaxis (bee sting), physical limitations, food allergies, and their treatment. etc.

PARENT/GUARDIAN PERMISSION & WAIVER

We hereby grant permission for our son/daughter to participate in SPLASH, including field trips. We understand that adequate and appropriate supervision will be provided. In the event of an injury requiring medical attention, I hereby grant permission to the supervising teacher(s) or staff (including volunteers) to attend to my son/daughter. If the injury warrants further medical attention, I expect every effort will be made to contact me and/or the Emergency Contact to receive specific authorization before action is taken. If efforts to contact me and/or the Emergency Contact are unsuccessful, I grant permission for necessary medical treatment to be given. In addition, l hereby give my permission to the supervising teacher(s) or staff (including volunteers) to take my child to the physician, dentist, or to the hospital if an accident or serious illness occurs and I and/or the Emergency Contact cannot be located. We recognize, however, that unanticipated situations and problems can arise. We further agree to release and hold harmless SPLASH and Solomon Community Temple, UMC., its agents, officers, employees, and volunteers, from any and all liability, claims, suits, demands, judgments, costs, interest and expense (including attorneys’ fees and costs) arising from such activities, including any accident or injury to the student and the costs of medical services, or any cause beyond the control of SPLASH. * By signing and submitting this form, I agree to the Parent Permission & Waiver. Both Participant and Parent/Guardian sign.

OFF SITE FIELD TRIP PERMISSION

FIELD TRIP PARENT PERMISSION & WAIVER: I/We, the undersigned parents/guardians of the student named above, understand that field trips including biking to Bradford Beach to meet with UWM Water Sciences, (July 31, rain date 8/14), biking to and sailing with Milwaukee Community Sailing Club, (July 24, rain date 8/7) a final trip to Bradford or another beach for closing activities 8/21, rain date 8/28). In addition a trip to an urban farm site will be held. The above dates are dependent on weather conditions and scheduling with other organizations. By siging and submitting this form I give permission to my child to participate in the field trips and understand that the Parent Permission & Waiver applies.

Section to be Filled out by Participant and Parent/Guardian

Dietary Preference

Please let us know if you prefer Vegetarian, No Pork, Halal, Kosher, Plant-based/Vegan, No Preference or other including medical needs and allergies.

Media Release

Participant and Parent Guardian Signature We understand that by signing this release we give permission to SPLASH/Solomon Community Temple, UMC. and affiliates to make or use pictures, slides, digital images, audio recordings or film to keep a journal of activities, to share during power point presentations and/or reports to our donors and for promotional purposes including flyers, brochures, newspaper and on the internet and in an online photo and documentary film exhibit of student artistic work. We understand that although the photographs may be used for advertising, my identity will not be disclosed. We do not expect compensation and that all photos are the property of Rising Sun Community and its affiliates. By signing and submitting this form, I/we agree to the Media Release. Both Participant and Parent/Guardian sign.

DISCIPLINE CONTRACT

Participant and Parent/Guardian Signature I/we understand that upon acceptance into SPLASH, that I/we are committed to the timeline and daily schedule of this hands-on multi-arts program. There will be arts and science/horticulture activities every day. Participation in all classes is mandatory. Consistent attendance, respectful behavior towards fellow participants and teachers, attire, and completion of all assignments are requirements of this free program. Absences for illness, appointments, vacations and other reasons need to be communicated to SPLASH. By signing this document I/we also confirm that failure to comply with these guidelines will result in dismissal. * By signing and submitting this form, I/we agree to the Discipline Contract. Both Participant and Parent/Guardian sign.

Do you know how to ride a bike?

Do you own a bike?

Do you have questions for us?

S.P.L.A.S.H. and its co-organizers are not responsible for lost or damaged personal property. All scheduled events are subject to change.

S.P.L.A.S.H. into Spring

Young Farmer’s Session

The SPLASH Spring Session will focus on learning about plants. Students will help grow, plant, identify, and care for vegetable and native pollinators. We will learn about the benefits of working with nature to develop healthy land, minds, and bodies through hands-on gardening activities, the arts, and plant-based snacks. Students are welcome to sign up for both Spring and Summer SPLASH.

Questions, don't hesitate to get in touch with Katharine Goray - kcgoray@gmail.com

Saturdays

July 6 - August 24, 2024

10 - 4 pm

Solomon Community Temple, UMC 3295 N. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive Milwaukee, WI 53212

Free Saturday Program for Learning through the Arts Science and Horticulture

S.P.L.A.S.H into Summer

S.P.L.A.S.H. Registration Form -PLEASE FILL OUT EACH QUESTION ON FORM. FORMS WITH EMPTY FIELDS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED 3

Participant's Name

First Name

Last Name

Age

School Name & Grade Entering Fall 2021

Date of Birth

00/00/0000

Street Address

Street, City, State, Zip Code

Parent/Guardian

Phone

Parent/Guardian Cell/Phone

(###)

###

####

Parent/Guardian primary email

Emergency Contact

We will contact this person in the event of an emergency if participants parent/guardian can not be reached.

(###)

###

####

Medical Information

Name of Insurance Provider

Policy Number

Health Care Provider (Clinic and Primary Doctor)

Phone (Physician or Clinic)

(###)

###

####

PARENT/GUARDIAN PERMISSION & WAIVER

OFF SITE FIELD TRIP PERMISSION

Section to be Filled out by Participant and Parent/Guardian

Dietary Preference

Please let us know if you prefer Vegetarian, No Pork, Halal, Kosher, Plant-based/Vegan, No Preference or other including medical needs and allergies.

Media Release

DISCIPLINE CONTRACT

Do you know how to ride a bike?

Do you own a bike?

Do you have questions for us?

S.P.L.A.S.H. and its co-organizers are not responsible for lost or damaged personal property. All scheduled events are subject to change.

S.P.L.A.S.H.

Saturday Program for Learning through the Arts, Science, and Horticulture

What If?

Come join us for S.P.L.A.S.H. as we refresh this summer while learning about Milwaukee as a Water City. Enjoy the freedom of self-expression through visual art and movement arts as you learn about gardening, nutrition, green infrastructure, Lake Michigan, and Milwaukee rivers. Learn about bike riding, safety, and bike care. Train with riders from Red, Bike & Green-Milwaukee.

Our theme this year is ‘What If?’ This topic will help us imagine how our decisions impact our personal, communal, and planetary lives. For example, how does bike riding increase our health, provide opportunities to make new friends, prevent air, noise, and soil pollution, lower carbon emissions, and bring joy and creativity into our lives? Participants will be fitted for a refurbished bicycle at DreamBikes-Milwaukee and can earn the bike through attendance.

The S.P.L.A.S.H. program’s Saturday curriculum is dynamically designed to offer participants remarkable experiences balanced with time to reflect and express themselves. We hope you will join us.

S.P.L.A.S.H. began in the Summer of 2021, supported by Bader Philanthropies, the Wisconsin Arts Board, the National Endowment for the Arts, and Private Donors. Our theme focuses on Milwaukee as a water-centric city with experiences through the arts, science, environmental studies, and recreation. Watch for special opportunities! We will be starting seedlings, preparing gardens, going on spring hikes, and other activities soon.

We offer thanks to our community supporters. Quality programming costs money. We are still seeking funding. If you wish to contribute, please send checks to Solomon Community Temple, UMC, and please include a note that the funds are for S.P.L.A.S.H. We are actively fundraising and are on our way. We have applied for grants from Bader Philanthropies and the Wisconsin Arts Board, who have previously supported S.P.L.A.S.H. Registration, and more Details are Coming Soon! S.P.L.A.S.H. has room for 24 participants. Volunteers Welcome!

Questions, please contact Katharine Goray - kcgoray@gmail.com

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