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PARENT PREP PAGE

  1. Parents are invited to volunteer, observe or even participate in the recreation.
  2. Parents wishing to volunteer may be put to work operating video cameras, building sets, security, parking and other assorted jobs. Please dress [as close as possible] as your children are dressed.
  3. Parents wishing to observe must remain in areas designated by the director or YCLH staff. We have limited time to shoot the video so your prompt cooperation is vital.
  4. Parents and other observers are invited to bring their "still" cameras. Video cameras are permitted only on condition that the videographers take direction and allow YCLH personnel to use their tapes when editing the movie. Please label your tape with your name and phone number before turning it in to a YCLH staff member. Tapes will be afterwards returned to their owners. Students are taught to "play to the camera". They need to know that when they see a video camera filming them, there is a possibility that the footage will be used in the movie.
  5. Parents may wish to help locate a suitable battlefield if needed.
  6. Parents may have props such as canvas tents, covered wagons, docile horses, etc. that they would be willing to bring to the recreation. One family even brought a Civil War cannon for use in the recreation. Any such items are greatly appreciated and will be included in the movie.
  7. Parents are encouraged to discuss the historical issues and all aspects of the YCLH programs.
  8. One more note. On battle day the director will be hollering at everybody to do things. Please do not be offended. That is his job.