THIS IS A OUTDOOR EVENT! In the case of bad weather, we will reschedule to another date.
MIDDLE SCHOOL ONLY!! AGES 11-14 6th-8th Grade
The First Annual Middle School Summer Kickoff will take place on Saturday, May 21st, from 6 to 9 pm, at Huntsville Botanical Garden 4747 Bob Wallace Ave SW, Huntsville, AL 35805
The Summer Kickoff is a Hawaiian-themed Luau-style party for middle schoolers. There will be music, games, food, and drinks! Come ready to dance, eat, hang out with friends and play a few games in a fun Hawaiian-style setting!
Who: All Alabama & Tennessee Valley area homeschool middle school students, regardless of cover school, are invited. Homeschoolers may invite up to two non-homeschooled guests.
Where: Huntsville Botanical Garden 4747 Bob Wallace Ave SW, Huntsville, AL 35805
Cost: There are a limited number of early bird tickets at $10. Regular-priced tickets are then $15 on Feb 9th. Late tickets are $20. If available, tickets can be bought at the door for $25, CASH ONLY.
Tickets: Tickets must be purchased online by May 21st before 6:00 PM. Tickets will be sold at the door for 25.00.
Menu: Plenty of free snacks will be provided. Beverages will be provided throughout the evening for free. There will be a Kona Ice snow cone truck!
Chaperones and Safety: The entire evening will be well-chaperoned by volunteer adults. Our chaperone to attendee ratio is 1:15. We require an emergency contact number for every attendee.
Drop Off and Pick Up: Parents may accompany their children to check-in. Pick up is at 9:00 PM. If an attendee leaves before 9:00 PM, they will not be allowed to re-enter the dance.
Dress: Casual Dress
For additional information and FAQ's visit us at timelesshomeschoolevents.org
More questions? We've got answers! E-mail us at [email protected].
TERMS AND CONDITIONS AND FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
When and where is the 1st Annual Middle School Summer Kickoff?
The Summer Kickoff Party will take place on Saturday, May 21 from 6 to 9 pm, at Huntsville Botanical Garden 4747 Bob Wallace Ave SW, Huntsville, AL 35805. The party is outside at the Grisham Pavilion. Go through the main entrance, turn right at the roundabout, go up the hill to the pavilion.
How much are tickets and how do I get tickets for THE Summer Kickoff?
There will be a limited number of Early Bird tickets available for $10 on January 9, 2022. Once the Early Bird tickets sell out, Summer Kickoff ticket prices will be $15. On Feb 9th, tickets are $20. On May 1st, tickets are 25.00 All online ticket sales end on May 21st at 6:00 PM. Tickets will be sold the evening of the dance online for $25.
Is there a deadline for purchasing tickets? Can I just get my tickets at the door on Summer Kickoff night?
The deadline for purchasing tickets is May 21st, or until sold out, whichever is first. If we sell out, no tickets will be sold to anyone for any reason. Tickets will NOT be sold at the Dance if well sell out. Anyone without a ticket will not be allowed access to the dance.
Tickets are expected to sell quickly. We periodically announce how many tickets are still available on our Facebook page.
Please make sure you have purchased a ticket. Do not depend on someone else to have purchased your ticket. Tickets must be printed out and brought with you or you can give the volunteers your name at check-in.
How will I check-in at the dance?
When you order your ticket, Ticket Leap will give you a few ticket options. You will receive a link with a QR code (a type of barcode). You can print this code out and bring it with you.
What if we have a change of plans and cannot attend? Can I get a refund?
You can receive a refund if the state mandates we cannot have the dance due to COVID otherwise All ticket sales are final; there are no refunds for ticket sales. Tickets may be transferred to another attendee prior to May 20th. If you need to transfer a ticket, please let us know as soon as possible at [email protected] You may be asked to verify your identity to ensure that your ticket is valid. Please officially transfer your ticket to ensure your registration information is correct.
Who can attend the Summer Kickoff? Do I have to be homeschooled?
All homeschoolers who are in Middle School (6th through 8th grade,) regardless of church cover school or address, are invited to attend the Summer Kickoff. As a Middle School homeschooled student, you may invite up to two non-homeschooled guests. For every attendee, the minimum age is 11, and no one may be older than 14 on the night of the Party.
How do I let you know who my non-homeschooled guests are?
As stated above, you can invite up to two non-homeschooled guests. These guests will need to purchase the non-homeschooler ticket. During registration, our non-homeschooled guests will be asked who invited them, and they will have a place to fill in your name. Be sure to only invite up to two. Only two non-homeschooled guests per person will be admitted – any others will not be allowed to attend the dance and will not have their tickets refunded. If you need to transfer tickets, you can send us an e-mail before May 20th to [email protected].
Do I have to be a member of a certain church cover school or co-op group to attend THE Summer Kickoff?
The Huntsville Homeschool Summer Kickoff is an inclusive event; any homeschooler is invited regardless of church cover school. We have a number of different church cover schools represented by members of our Planning Committee, and we have many different church cover schools represented by students attending our events. We have had homeschool students come from all over Alabama, including Toney, Elkmont, Albertville, Florence, Birmingham, Montgomery…. and from Tennessee, Georgia, and Florida!
Do most kids come alone or with someone else?
Guests can come alone, or with a group of friends, with one friend, with his/her siblings, cousins. Several church schools and co-ops have teens that come in a group.
Is there a dress code? Is this a formal event? Casual dress. This is not a formal event.
This is an outside event, please dress for the weather!
We do not allow any attire that in any way resembles or reflects violence, indecency, or anything illegal. Anyone wearing such attire will be turned away at the door and will not be refunded for their ticket.
Can my parents stay to watch THE Summer Kickoff?
No. This is the pre-teen’ special night, not the parents’. We parents had our school dances some time ago… We know that many teens come from out-of-town with their parents in order to our events. There are numerous options for parents to enjoy in the nearby area before returning to pick up their kids at 9:00. Parents are welcome to sign up to volunteer!
Will there be a professional photographer at THE Summer Kickoff?
No, However, we will have a backdrop available. You may bring your phone and take all the pictures you want. Timeless Homeschool Events will be taking pictures for the purpose of advertisement throughout the dance. By attending you are consenting to the use of your picture as part of our publicity.
What kind of music will be played at THE Summer Kickoff? Can I make requests?
Music for the Summer Kickoff will be provided by a professional DJ, who will play a variety of songs. There will be no profanity; radio-edits of songs will be played. The Planning Committee (comprised of parents and teens) works closely with the DJ to ensure no offensive music is played. You may make song requests by sending an email to [email protected]; the Committee will consider all requests for appropriateness.
Will there be anything to eat at THE Summer Kickoff?
Yes, we will snacks (example: pizza, chips, etc) juice, and water will be available throughout the evening. We will also have Kona Ice at the party.
Will there be chaperones at THE Summer Kickoff?
Yes, there will be chaperones at the Summer Kickoff. Chaperones are selected from adult volunteers at the sole discretion of the Planning Committee. If you would like to serve as a chaperone for the Summer Kickoff, please contact us at [email protected].
Are attendees allowed to come and go as they please?
No one is allowed to leave the area and return to the Summer Kickoff. Once an attendee or guest leaves the dance, they are not allowed to return since it is out of the control of the committee and chaperones as to what occurs while off-site. Everyone checks in as they arrive, and verifies an emergency contact number. To help ensure the safety of all our guests, parents please come to the ticket area for pickup! We will not allow kids to walk to the parking lot alone!!
My parents would like to help somehow… what can they do?
VOLUNTEER- We are always in need of volunteers. without volunteers, the dance cannot happen! Email timeless at timelesscommittee@gmail for volunteer information.
The other thing parents (and pre-teens) can do to help is to read these FAQs and adhere to these rules. Once you purchase your ticket, you are bound by those rules. If you have any questions, please ask us for clarification before the Summer Kickoff night –we’re crazy busy that night!
Are there any other rules or guidelines I should know about?
As few as possible…. But, we do have to have some to keep the Summer Kickoff a safe, secure, and comfortable place for everyone.
The Summer Kickoff has a ZERO tolerance policy for any alcohol, drugs, smoking, bullying, or misconduct. Our chaperones will escort anyone necessary from the dance and parents will be notified.
NO weapons, including any kind of gun or knife, of any sort, any kind, in any form are allowed on the premises for any reason whatsoever.
Public displays of affection are unacceptable. This includes sitting on laps, making out, inappropriate dancing (grinding, moshing, dirty dancing, twerking, etc.)
Outside food and drink are not allowed.
Any complaints or concerns should be brought directly to a Planning Committee member or chaperone.
Enjoy yourself and be considerate of everyone else!
Ack! I still have questions…
Really? We can still help! Please send any unanswered questions to [email protected], and we will answer them as soon as possible.
