and they were buying condoms and the counsilers didn't give to craps to the world that they were buying them. Your child being between the ages of 8-13.
2006-08-09 14:56:22 · 26 answers · asked by Evey 6 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
There is definitely something wrong with kids at age 8-13 being sexually active! It is way, way too soon! They don't even know what sex really means, their bodies are not even ready for it.
I would not send them to that camp, not for that long, and I would try to do something about those councilors.
BUT, the MOST important thing: if in the place where you live kids ARE having sex at that age, there's nothing you can do to change society. So the best thing you can do is TALK to your children, a LOT. And be accessible to them too.
Don't let them be ashamed to talk to you, and don't let it get to the point where they believe their friends are right are their parents are wrong.
If this problem exists at camp, it probably exists at school, and in the neighborhood.
2006-08-17 07:42:44 · answer #1 · answered by Nina E 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First of all I DO NOT approve of sending kids off to summer camp for 8wks. But if I still think if the couselors their are lets kids at such ages buy condoms and not doing anything something is seriously wrong. First I would think about the kids too because they are the ones wanting them. I think some serious parenting time with the kids are in major order not school is out get rid of them to camp and then blame just the councelors.
2006-08-15 04:06:20 · answer #2 · answered by mamapricebear 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First of all,my kids would not be going to summer camp for 8 weeks.I feel that you just need a summer babysitter.So,if they are buying condoms,at least they are being safe,but then,how would you know.You never see them.Cause when they come back from summer camp,it's time for school.Between the ages of 8-13 is when they need their parents supervision,not the camp councillors.Don't try to put the blame on someone else,it's up to you and yours to raise your own kids.
2006-08-17 09:41:02 · answer #3 · answered by countrykarebare 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What does a 13 year old need with a Condom?
Why are 13 year olds at a mixed sex camp with counselors who clearly don't know or care what kids are doing?
Why aren't parents dropping by their kids camps once and awhile to see for themselves what's going on? Camp, sports, horseback riding, etc aren't days off parenting for you all... you still need to know what the kids are doing. I used to work at a horseback riding stable and I was amazed at the dumb stuff that happened.... BUT the parents never came by! Parent's never asked staff how student was doing or how he was treated. Most parents stopped their car only long enough to drop the kid off and run. They'd show up later in the parking lot and honk the horn. NO CLUE what went on, good or bad!
Bottom line if this was my kid I'd (1) pull him out of that camp immediately and (2) notify the other parents & file complaints.
2006-08-17 01:33:15 · answer #4 · answered by Funchy 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have a nine year old who wishes to go away in a 4 week camp next year I resent the person who claims that because you send your child awy to camp you are a bad parent. As to the matter of the condoms I would demand a refund and withdraw my child. Even if they did not refund my money I would take her out. I would even report the camp to anyone who would listen and spread the word anyway I could.
2006-08-17 09:37:39 · answer #5 · answered by mountaincutie1178 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Consider non coed camps. Sending my boys to camp was one of the best things I could have done for them. Boys are silly condoms can also be used for water balloons. Camps are very structured I bet supervision was not lax. Talk to your child ask him what the condoms were used for if you are really in fear the kids are having sex the camp should be reported to the camp association and perhaps you should get your money back.
2006-08-16 07:36:32 · answer #6 · answered by lona b 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no, i would not be happy about that at all!! I have an 11yr old son due to go to camp in November. Things have sure changed since I was a kid. I was still climbing trees and building cubby houses at that age!!! I would look into this, as I cant imagine it would be appopriate for the camp to condone this behaviour. I would also be concerned about the pharmacy/drug store that sold them the condoms in the first place!!!
2006-08-09 15:02:40 · answer #7 · answered by kingpusskitten 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Yes, but I wouldn't send my kids to a camp for 8 weeks. Especially at the 8-10 age.
2006-08-09 15:02:45 · answer #8 · answered by kobygirl_76 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋
blah blah blah.. good for him he is taking responsibility..what nonsense..what does a 13 year old know about the repercussions of having sex at 13.. For heavens sake.. Have you people lost your minds, What happened to responsible parenting. Kids should not be sexually active at 13, and if they are, YOU are not doing your job as a parent. The kids are more likely buying them to blow up and or make water balloons.. Check with the counsellors.
2006-08-15 18:31:34 · answer #9 · answered by oneblondepilgrim 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would be upset if my 13 year old were having sex, yes. Who sends their kids to camp for 8 weeks anyway? Sounds like parents that don't care to me.
2006-08-09 15:03:26 · answer #10 · answered by hagren 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋