Jacksonville

Southern Regional Minicamp (aka SRMC)
2018-08-31 17:30 - 2018-09-03 12:00 (America/New_York) | Camp Suwanee, 11057 Dowling Park Dr, Dowling Park, FL, 32060, United States
What is Mini Camp? Mini Camp is an incredible weekend; jam-packed with fun CISV activities, top notch educational content, awesome people, energizers galore, and so much more! Our awesome group of junior leaders (with the help of their adult counterparts) are planning an amazing mini camp for you and other CISVers from the Southern Region.

Fun theme: Disney favorites
Serious theme: Diversity: Explores the identity of the individual and asks us to consider ourselves within our own and the wider community.

Since many of the participants are from different towns and schools, the minicamp will start with “name games” and other “getting to know you activities so don’t worry about not knowing anyone when the camp begins. Saturday and Sunday will be full days with 4-5 activities surrounding this theme. Each activity will be followed by a “debrief” where we discuss our “attitudes, skills and knowledge” that have been changed or influenced by the activity. See the video below.
What are the ages? Mini Camp is open to participants ages 10 to 21 and adult chaperones.
What Chapters are invited? Atlanta, Chattanooga, Gulf Coast, Jacksonville, Miami, Smokey Mountain, SW Florida
How do I register? Click here to complete the registration and legal form for a youth participant (age 10-17).
Click here to register an adult participant (age 18 or older).
How much does it cost? $150 if you register by Aug 10 or $175 if you register between Aug 11 to 24.
Includes food and housing for long weekend.
What is the registration deadline? Registration closes when we have 80 kids registered or Aug 24, whichever happens sooner.
How do I pay the registration fee? Click here to pay by PayPal by Aug 10 or Click here to pay by Paypal after Aug 10 (there is an $3 service charge) or mail a check payable to CISV Jacksonville at 1650 Margaret St, Suite 302, PMB #279 Jacksonville, FL 32204.
What is SRMC location? Camp Suwanee, 11057 Dowling Park Dr, Dowling Park, FL 32060
What are the directions?
Directions

Northbound or southbound on I-75: Exit I-75 at Exit 435, I-10 West, heading toward Tallahassee. Follow the Westbound on I-10 directions below.
Westbound on I-10: Exit I-10 at Exit 283, US 129, for Live Oak. From the exit, turn left onto US 129 south. Proceed south on US 129 into Live Oak and turn right onto State Road 51 (11th St.). At the roundabout, take the 2nd right onto County Road 136 (hospital exit). Proceed on CR 136 for approximately 16 miles (the road makes a hard left turn 3 miles from your destination). Watch for Advent Christian Village signs. Advent Christian Village’s north entrance will be on the right after the speed limit is reduced to 35 mph.
Eastbound on I-10: Exit I-10 at Exit 258, Hwy. 53, for Madison. From the exit, turn right onto Hwy. 53 south. Proceed south on Hwy. 53 for 14 miles, turning left onto County Road 250 just after entering Lafayette County. Cross the Suwannee River and proceed approximately 1/2 mile to the caution light at the south entrance to Advent Christian Village.

– See more at: http://www.acvconference.net/about/location.aspx#sthash.1WV6XBz0.dpuf
Where can I find the map of the Camp Location?
Click here for a map of the Advent Christian village which includes Camp Suwanee.
Click here for a map of the buildings at Camp Suwanee.
What are the transportation arrangements for Jacksonville? We will be CARPOOLING to and from the camp. On your registration form, make sure to mark if you would prefer to drive to or from camp (or if you have no preference) and the amount of people you can fit. You will be contacted before camp with your driving assignment. Plan to drive in at least one direction.
Please meet at 5:30 pm on Fri, Aug 31 in the parking lot behind South Jacksonville Presbyterian Church (2137 Hendricks Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 32207) for departure. Pick up will be around 12:00 pm in the same parking lot on Mon, Sept 3.
What are the transportation arrangements for other chapters? Other chapters are responsible for making their own transportation arrangements to the camp. We can pick you up at the Jax airport if you arrive before 8 pm. If you are driving, please try to arrive at the camp no later than 9pm. Let us know if you will arrive later.
What should I bring?

A snack to share. Don’t bring snacks that need to be refrigerated.
Comfy clothes you can move and not be too hot in! Enough for 3 days
Bathing suit
Shoes you can wear in water
Closed toe shoes like sneakers
Sleeping bag or sheets
Pillow
Towels
Toiletries (toothbrush, toothpaste, soap, deodorant, etc.)
Sunscreen and bug spray
Reusable water bottle
Flashlight
Raincoat
A smile!

Access the SRMC 2018 Flyer for more information.
Watch this video to see what happens at a minicamp.

CISV 101 - Sept 8th, 2018
2018-09-08 15:30 - 16:30 | Jacksonville Public Library – South Mandarin Branch, 12125 San Jose Blvd, Jacksonville, FL, 32223, United States
Are you considering CISV for your child? At CISV 101, parents and kids who have participated in CISV international educational programs share their experiences, explain the history and goals of CISV. We also discuss what happens at CISV programs and next steps for your child becoming a CISV participant. Sign up to learn more!

CISV 101 - Oct. 14th, 2018
2018-10-14 15:00 - 16:00

Jr. Branch Youth Activity & CISV 101 for Adults- Oct 28th 2018
2018-10-28 14:30 - 16:00 | Jacksonville University – Davis College of Business Bldg, 2800 University Blvd N,, Jacksonville, FL, 32211
Join us on Oct 26 for activities for youth and adults.
Youth Activities: Youth age 9 and up are invited to join the CISV Junior Branch, the part of our organization run by our teenagers, to experience typical CISV games and activities. Wear clothes you can move in!
New Parent /Adult Activities: While youth participate in Junior Branch activities, parents are invited to a CISV 101, a short presentation by parents and kids who have participated in CISV international educational programs. In the presentation, youth and adults will share their CISV experiences, explain the history and goals of CISV. We also discuss what happens at CISV programs and next steps for you or your child to become a CISV participant. Sign up to learn more!
Current CISV Adult Activities: Adults who have previously participated in CISV activities, either as a parent or leader, are invited to join us for a social hour with coffee and snacks.
Fall General Meeting Right After: Immediately after these activities, CISV Jacksonville will host its Fall Meeting where we will announce the dates and countries of our programs for 2019. Join us and be the first to know where we’ll go in 2019.
2019 Educational Theme: Conflict and Resolution

Map of Jacksonville University: https://www.ju.edu/map/index.html

2019 Program Reveal & Fall General Meeting
2018-10-28 16:00 - 18:00 | Jacksonville University – Davis College of Business Bldg, 2800 University Blvd N,, Jacksonville, FL, 32211
Please join us as we celebrate our 2018 CISV delegates and reveal next year’s exciting programs!
Be the first to know the programs available for Jacksonville youth age 11 to 18!
Look forward to seeing you then!

CISV 101 - Nov. 4th, 2018
2018-11-04 15:00 - 16:30 | Private Residence – San Marco. Details to be provided via email., Jacksonville, 32207, United States

CISV 101 - Nov. 8th, 2018
2018-11-08 18:30 - 20:00 | Bolles Whitehurst Campus Library, 7400 San Jose Blvd., Jacksonville, FL, 32217, United States

CISV 101 - Nov. 10th, 2018
2018-11-10 15:00 - 16:30 | Jacksonville Public Library – Southeast Branch, 10599 Deerwood Park Blvd, Jacksonville, FL, 32256, United States

Junior Branch Cookie-a-thon
2018-11-17 18:30 - 22:30
The Junior Branch of CISV Jacksonville, the part of our chapter run by youth age 13-18, invite you to their annual cookie-a-thon. The group will be baking cookies to donate to nonprofits.
Bring cookie dough to the event.

CISV 101 Dec. 1st 2018
2018-12-01 10:30 - 11:30 | Beaches Branch Library, 600 3rd St., Neptune Beach, FL, 32266

December Mosaic Project & Jr Branch Event 2018
2018-12-02 14:00 - 16:00
Mosaic projects are planned and delivered by our Chapters, using CISV’s educational approach, and each one responds to local needs and interests in a meaningful way. Most projects are designed and run in cooperation with partner organizations to further the benefit to the local community.
Adults and youth from our chapter will be working with the Humane Society on a 2-part event:
1. A donation drive for pets
2. A visit to the Humane Society where we’ll assemble warmers for kittens and “busy boxes” for animals, tour the family and walk the dogs. Only adults can walk the dogs so we invite parents to join us for this service event.
Youth will receive service hours.
Donations sought are

Used but clean tube socks
Rice
Used TP rolls
Peanut butter
Dog food (dry food and wet food)
Cat food (dry food and wet food)
Kitten food (dry and wet food)
Tough rubber toys for bigger dogs
Paper towels
Snacks for humans
Puperoni treats
Catnip & cat treats
Plastic cat toys
Towels (used is fine)

Here is a flyer you can share.

CISV 101 - Dec 8 House of Leaf & Bean
2018-12-08 11:30 - 13:00
At a CISV 101, prospective youth and parents can hear about CISV educational programs from youth and adults who have participated in CISV’s unique educational programs. CISV 101 provides a short orientation about CISV’s educational principles, history, programs opportunities, selection process and volunteer expectations.
To learn more about CISV, also see our video library here: https://jacksonville.cisvusa.org/cisv-video-library/

Winter Youth Meeting Set Up
2018-12-23 13:00 - 15:00
CISV Jacksonville will welcome delegates from Asia, Europe, North and South America for a 1 week youth meeting in Jacksonville from December 27 to January 3. We are setting up the camp location on Sunday, December 23 from 1-3.
Sign up to help with that and other tasks for the youth meeting.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f084bafab29a3f85-ymwinter

Winter Youth Meeting Break-down
2019-01-03 13:00 - 15:00
CISV Jacksonville will welcome delegates from Asia, Europe, North and South America for a 1 week youth meeting in Jacksonville from December 27 to January 3. We are breaking down the camp location on Thursday, January 3 in 2 sessions – one from 1:00 to 3:00 and from 5:30 to 7:30.
Sign up to help with that and other tasks for the youth meeting.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f084bafab29a3f85-ymwinter

CISV 101 - Jan 5, 2019
2019-01-05 16:00 - 17:30 | South Mandarin Library, 12125 San Jose Blvd, jacksonville, FL, 32223

CISV 101 - Jan. 12th, 2018
2019-01-12 09:00 - 10:30 | Shepherd of the Woods – Southside, 7860 Southside Blvd, Jacksonville, FL, 32256, United States

Village Selection Event #1
2019-01-12 09:00 - 12:00 | Shepherd of the Woods – Southside, 7860 Southside Blvd, Jacksonville, FL, 32256, United States
To select youth for its Village program, CISV Jacksonville hosts 3 events.

2 Saturday morning “play days”
1 Friday night overnight

The more events you attend the greater likelihood you have of being selected. The overnight is mandatory.
Selection events are intended to give kids a chance to see what CISV games and activities are like, to give parents greater understanding of CISV’s educational principles and program details, and to give our chapter the opportunity to get to know the youth and leader applicants.
The goal of the Village Program is to learn about each other’s lives and how to communicate, cooperate and live together. Selection is based on a child’s maturity, openness to new experiences and people, enthusiasm about participation and ability to be away from family for the duration of the program. Additionally, the mix of personalities to form the delegation is a factor. It would not be good to put all extreme extroverts together, for example.
The activities are generally planned and lead by the teenage leaders of the Junior Branch and adults who have led delegations in the past. Having to plan the selection events allows the youth leaders in our chapter to continue to practice their leadership skills.
All Village applicants and their parents will be interviewed during one of selection events. We prefer if youth interested in participating in a Village apply before the selection event but if you are just interested in learning more, please join us for the events without applying.
Learn more about the selection process here.

CISV 101 - Jan 13th, 2019
2019-01-13 14:00 - 15:30 | Jacksonville Public Library – Southeast Branch, 10599 Deerwood Park Blvd, Jacksonville, FL, 32256, United States

Jan 23 CISV 101
2019-01-23 18:00 - 19:30 | Bolles Middle School Bartram Campus – Auditorium, 2264 Bartram Rd, Jacksonville, fl, 32207
Are you considering CISV for your child? At CISV 101, parents and kids who have participated in CISV international educational programs share their experiences, explain the history and goals of CISV. We also discuss what happens at CISV programs and next steps for your child becoming a CISV participant. Sign up to learn more!
Here’s a 5th grade flyer.
See our videos here.

Village Selection Event #2
2019-01-26 09:00 - 12:00 | Shepherd of the Woods – Southside, 7860 Southside Blvd, Jacksonville, FL, 32256, United States

CISV 101 - Jan. 26th, 2019
2019-01-26 09:30 - 10:30 | Shepherd of the Woods – Southside, 7860 Southside Blvd, Jacksonville, FL, 32256, United States

Cook-off for Jan Jr Branch Activity
2019-01-26 12:00 - 13:30 | Shepherd of the Woods – Southside, 7860 Southside Blvd, Jacksonville, FL, 32256, United States
You’re invited for a cook-off with the CISV Junior Branch.
Register to bring a sweet or savory dish.
$7 entry fee goes to support the Jr. Branch. Click here to pay by PayPal or bring your fee to the event.

IC, Step Up & YM 2019 Selection Overnight
2019-02-01 19:00 - 2019-02-02 08:30
To select youth age 12-18 for the Interchange, Step Up and Youth Meeting programs, CISV Jacksonville hosts one overnight event.
Selection events are intended to give kids a chance to see what CISV games and activities are like, to give parents greater understanding of CISV’s educational principles and program details, and to give our chapter the opportunity to get to know the youth and leader applicants.
Interchange candidates are selected based on their application, home visit and this overnight event. Interchange applicants are generally selected on a first come, first served basis.
All applicants and their parents (other than interchange applicants) will be interviewed during the overnight event. Please complete your application before the event. We encourage your child to bring a friend to the overnight.
Youth will be chaperoned at the overnight. CISV maintains a 1 adult to 8 youth ratio at the overnight event.
Parents of youth applying for Step Up, Youth Meeting (Denver & Oslo) and Fortnight sign up for an interview here.
Parents of youth applying should also sign up to bring a food item here.
Learn more about the selection process here.

CISV 101 Feb 1
2019-02-01 19:15 - 20:45 | RPDS, 830 Oak St, jacksonville, FL, 32202
Are you considering CISV for your child? At CISV 101, parents and kids who have participated in CISV international educational programs share their experiences, explain the history and goals of CISV. We also discuss what happens at CISV programs and next steps for your child becoming a CISV participant. Register to learn more!
At the same time your children over 10 years old can participate in typical CISV games and activities.
See our videos here.

Village Selection Event #3 - Mandatory Overnight
2019-02-08 19:00 - 2019-02-09 08:30 | RPDS, 830 Oak St, jacksonville, FL, 32202
To select youth for its Village program, CISV Jacksonville hosts 3 events.

2 Saturday morning “play days”
1 Friday night overnight

The more events you attend the greater likelihood you have of being selected. The overnight is mandatory.
Selection events are intended to give kids a chance to see what CISV games and activities are like, to give parents greater understanding of CISV’s educational principles and program details, and to give our chapter the opportunity to get to know the youth and leader applicants.
The goal of the Village Program is to learn about each other’s lives and how to communicate, cooperate and live together. Selection is based on a child’s maturity, openness to new experiences and people, enthusiasm about participation and ability to be away from family for the duration of the program. Additionally, the mix of personalities to form the delegation is a factor. It would not be good to put all extreme extroverts together, for example.
The activities are generally planned and led by the teenage leaders of the Junior Branch and adults who have led delegations in the past. Having to plan the selection events allows the youth leaders in our chapter to continue to practice their leadership skills.
All Village applicants and their parents will be interviewed during one of selection events. Please complete your application before the overnight.
If your child has applied, sign up to bring a food item on Feb 8 here and sign up for a parent interview on Jan 26 or Feb 8 here.
Learn more about the selection process here.
Access the application forms here.

CISV 101 Feb 8
2019-02-08 19:15 - 20:45 | RPDS, 830 Oak St, jacksonville, FL, 32202

We ♥ CISV Pledge Drive
2019-02-10 17:30 - 21:00 | Cavendish Home, 1968 Largo Place, Jacksonville, Fl, 32207
It takes a Village to host a Village! Our chapter will be hosting about 75 people from at least 15 countries for a month this summer. As a Chapter we will provide shelter, security, food and supervision for this 28-day camp experience. To help raise funds to support this hosting effort, we will conduct a We CISV Pledge Drive during the week of Valentine’s Day.
If you want to help contact CISVJax alumni and friends for their support, please contact Josie Summa at josiecisvjax@gmail.com to find out more!
The Pledge Drive kicks off with a fun “phone banking event” on Feb 10th from 5:30 to 9 PM, which will include food, camaraderie and FUN as we reach out to past CISVJax members across the country. Register to join us to help with this important event. We have a list of ~600 alumni and friends to reconnect with!
We will be contacting our CISV friends to donate to help fund the Village we are hosting this summer. See how donations can impact our Village plans here.
Want to know what a Village is like? Here’s a short video from Jacksonville’s 2015 Village and here’s a video from our first Village from 1978 with narration by CISV Founder Doris Allen.

Feb 2019 Bd Mtg
2019-02-13 18:30 - 20:30 | South Mandarin Library, 12125 San Jose Blvd, jacksonville, FL, 32223
All chapter members are invited to our chapter’s board meetings.

Double the Love - Donate Today
2019-02-14
DOUBLE THE LOVE on Valentines Day.
A donation to benefit 2019 Village hosting will be matched today 1:1 up to $2,500 by Robert & Deborah Stewart.
Today only! GIVE NOW at bit.ly/JaxCISV

CISV Jax JB Winter Minicamp
2019-02-15 19:00 - 2019-02-18 11:00 | Camp St. Johns at Marywood Retreat Center, 235 Marywood Dr,, St Johns, FL, 32259, United States
Spy’s Susan Cooper
Click on James Bond to pay for minicamp

Click on Spy vs Spy for info on CISV’s Conflict & Resolution Educational Principle

What is Mini Camp?
Mini Camp is an incredible weekend; jam-packed with fun CISV activities, top notch educational content, awesome people, energizers galore, and so much more! Our awesome CISV Jacksonville Junior Branch Board are planning an amazing mini camp for you.
Fun theme: Spies
Serious theme: Conflict and Resolution
Since many of the participants are from different schools, the minicamp will start with “name games” and other “getting to know you activities so don’t worry about not knowing anyone when the camp begins. Saturday and Sunday will be full days with 4-5 activities surrounding this theme. Each activity will be followed by a “debrief” where we discuss our “attitudes, skills and knowledge” that have been changed or influenced by the activity.
How do I register?
Email colesjp@gmail.com if you would like to register and he will send you the registration link. We have still have space available. Please join us!
How much does it cost?
$150 if you register by Feb 1. The camp fills quickly and registrations may not be available after Feb 1. Any late registration would be $175. Several partial scholarships may be available based on need. Contact POC at the bottom for details. Note, camp fees include food and housing for the long weekend.
How do I pay the registration fee?
Click here to pay by PayPal on or after Feb 1. You have the option to mail a check payable to CISV Jacksonville to 1650 Margaret St, Suite 302, PMB #279 Jacksonville, FL 32204. ** Checks must be received by Feb 1st. We request you let us know if mailing a check.
If you are interested in scholarship assistance for minicamp fees, please email colesjp@gmail.com.
What are the ages?
Mini Camp is open to participants ages 10 to 21 and adult chaperones.
What is the Winter Minicamp location?
Camp St. John in Saint Johns County, Florida
What is the camp address?
235 Marywood Drive St. Johns, FL 32259 (off SR13, 3 miles south of Racetrack Rd.)
What is the campsite?
Camp St. John is a part of the Marywood Retreat and Conference Center operated by the Catholic Diocese of St. Augustine. Marywood Retreat and Conference Center rests on the St. Johns River just minutes from Jacksonville and St. Augustine. Its 100 acres of beautiful tranquility is accented with towering live oak trees and gardens making it a perfect environment for any type of gathering. More info here: https://marywoodcenter.org/camp-st-john/
What are the transportation arrangements for Jacksonville?
As the camp is local, we will not be organizing any formal carpools to and from the camp. Informal carpools are encouraged. We do need to know on your registration form, who will be picking up your camper on Monday.
What should I bring?
• A snack to share. Don’t bring snacks that need to be refrigerated
• Comfy clothes you can move in
• Dress for the weather! It can be cool in Feb. Enough for 3 days
• Sleeping bag or sheets and blanket. Extra blanket if cool.
• Pillow
• Towels
• Shower shoes or flip flops
• Closed toe shoes/sneakers/running shoes
• Cup, plate, bowl, fork, spoon for meals (we will wash & reuse)
• Toiletries (toothbrush, toothpaste, soap, deodorant, etc.)
• Sunscreen and bug spray
• Reusable water bottle
• Flashlight
• Raincoat
• A smile!
What are other issues to know?
• Arrival should be between 7-9pm on Friday night to Camp St. John
• Arrive having already eaten dinner
• Departure: We will leave the camp around 11:00 am on Monday
• Meals will be provided from Saturday breakfast to Monday breakfast and that price will be included in the cost.
• Camp T-shirts are included in the registration fee
What are CISV’s behavior guidelines?
Please read the R-07 Behavior Policy at www.cisv.org/assets/R-07_Behaviour_Policy
Questions before camp?
Just e-mail us. We are happy to help.
Who is planning activities at the camp?
The Junior Branch Board Members of the CISV Jacksonville plan and run the activities.
Questions during camp?
Adult chaperones will be present. Should you need to reach a chaperone:
contact Jay Coles mobile: 904 652 4262, colesjp@gmail.com or
Joanna Simpson at 617 416 5844
Click here for a printable version of this information.
See a vintage video about what happens at a minicamp here.
