# Learning Camps Information
This page provides information beyond the [HCOS LG Code of Conduct and Terms & Conditions](https://sophie.onlineschool.ca/books/information-for-families/page/hcos-code-of-conduct) page.
### **Face to Face Learning Camps**
#### **Expectations**
- Spaces are often limited for Learning Camps. If you sign up, attendance is expected.
- Communicate any foreseeable absences in advance of a Learning Camp to allow other students to take your place.
- Arrive prior to the start time of the event. You need to check-in with your coordinator for attendance, so the event can begin on time.
- Take note of all information conveyed in the welcome email. Bring any supplies requested, and show up prepared for the day according to the uniqueness of each event.
#### **Behavior**
- When in the community, behavior at a Learning Camp is a reflection of HCOS as a school.
- Behavior, tone, and our words are important. Please refer to the[ Biblical attributes](https://onlineschool.ca/about-us/biblical-attributes/) within our learner profile as a guide to what we are working towards, including our expectations of speech and conduct.
- Participating students and families are expected to act respectfully and conduct themselves in an appropriate manner to all involved in the HCOS LG setting.
- Learning Camps often utilize external vendors' facilities that have their own rules and policies, not directed by HCOS. Follow venue rules and policies respectfully.
#### **Post-workshop follow-up**
We appreciate you taking the time to provide feedback when requested (optional, not a requirement)
- Submitting surveys
- Creating thank you notes for the presenters
### **Virtual Learning Camps**
#### **Expectations**
- Where an orientation session is being held, please consider this a required attendance.
- This helps ensure that participants are able to competently log in and use Zoom functions, etc. which helps the event to run smoothly.
- Please arrive 5 minutes prior to the start time of the event so that everyone can be admitted to the online room prior to the event beginning.
- Zoom etiquette and troubleshooting.
- Proper use of chat function.
- Should only be related to the topic of the Learning Camp.
- Always mute your microphone unless called on to speak by the presenter.
- Your camera may be on or off - it’s up to you.
- If you are experiencing a poor connection (freezing, lagging audio or choppy video), try turning your webcam off to save data. If that doesn’t work:
- If possible, use a laptop that is hard wired to your router.
- Move closer to your wifi router for a stronger signal (and better speeds).
- Try connecting with a phone or tablet using LTE - just be careful and watch data usage (See below for more tips to reduce data use).
- Connect to 5Ghz instead of 2.5Ghz (many newer routers do this automatically) - important for apartments and more densely populated areas.
- You typically need at least 15mbps down/1mbps up connection for zoom to “work”. Better internet speeds will ensure it works well (if available in your area - some remote and Northern areas unfortunately still do not have consistent access to quality high speed internet.
- Turn off the HD option in Zoom’s video settings, and turn off all filters and backgrounds.
- Generally, the less devices connected to your home network at the time you are using zoom, the better the quality of your zoom experience will be.
- Check Zoom’s website for [more troubleshooting tips](https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/201362463-Wireless-WiFi-Connection-Issues#:~:text=Switch%20to%20a%20different%20WiFi,your%20WiFI%20bandwidth%20is%20insufficient).
#### **Post-workshop follow-up**
We appreciate you taking the time to provide feedback when requested (optional, not a requirement):
- Submitting surveys
- Creating thank you notes for the presenters