Are your kids Dizzy for Dinos? Mad for Meteorites? Bonkers for Birds?
ROMKids Virtual Family Workshops give your experts-in-training the opportunity to learn from our ROM experts, all without having to leave your home or backyard.
Available from August 4th to September 3rd, our day-long, activity-based, fun-filled workshops take your kids straight to the learning source. Fourteen unique one-day workshops, recommended for children ages 5 to 12 along with a parent or guardian, feature an interactive conversation with our special ROM expert, fun projects, exciting experiments (think MacGyver), and enriching activities done off screen or outside in your backyard/neighbourhood. The day concludes as participants join other kids and share discoveries and creativity during an intimate afternoon Zoom hangout with our popular ROMKids team.
We’ve gathered ROM curators, technicians, and more – all recognized experts in their fields – to share their knowledge on the ‘ologies’ that your kids just can’t get enough of: archaeology, paleontology, ornithology, meteorology, cetology, geology, the list goes on. Check out our sessions below for the full roster of themes. You can sign up for one, two, three, or all of them!
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Wednesday, August 4 -
Friday, August 6 -
Monday, August 9 -
Wednesday, August 11 -
Friday, August 13 -
Monday, August 16 -
Friday, August 20 -
Wednesday, August 25 -
Friday, August 27 -
Monday, August 30 -
Wednesday, September 1 -
Friday, September 3
Welcome to ROMKids Virtual Family Workshops!
Please read the following information and policies carefully regarding cancellations, refunds, transfers and more before completing your online registration.
Registration Information
- Register in advance and secure your spot online at rom.on.ca/en/whats-on/romkids-virtual-family-workshops. Registration is on a first-come, first served basis—spots fill up quickly so register today!
- During the exclusive Members’ sign-up period, you must hold a valid ROM Family Membership at the time of registration. ROM Members are required to enter their member number.
- Registration opens on: July 14th – ROM Patrons & ROM Members, July 15th – General Public.
- Each workshop is limited to 80 family households.
- Online registration is available 24/7.
- Full payment is due at the time of registration.
- All fees are in Canadian dollars and payment can be made via Visa, Mastercard and American Express.
- Workshops are ONE-DAY only and will be conducted virtually on the Zoom platform.
- Choose and register for a specific workshop date/theme and select an afternoon Zoom social session which will be offered at 1:00 PM EST, 1:45 PM EST, 2:30 PM EST and 3:15 PM EST .
- Register online for as many one-day workshops as you like and bring this live adventure home.
All programs are HST exempt under Registration #R105248256.
Have any questions? Don’t hesitate to give us a call or send us an email! 416.586.5797 | Monday – Friday: 9 am – 4:30 pm | programs@rom.on.ca
Fees
Each one-day family workshop is $25 CDN per household for ROM Members and General Public.
Note: Workshop fees do not include activity supplies.
Confirmation
Registration confirmation will be sent via e-mail once payment is completed, approved and received. The registration confirmation will list the workshop date and your afternoon Zoom social session. Please check your spam filter and junk folder. If you do not receive confirmation, please contact us at programs@rom.on.ca.
Program Details
The workshops are recommended for families with children 5 – 12 years old. Children who are older or younger than the recommended ages are still welcome to register. Family participation can include multiple adults and children from the same household.
Workshops are ONE-DAY only and will take place virtually during Eastern Standard Time (EST) and will be presented via the Zoom platform. Workshops will include live instruction with interactive and engaging activities.
One-week prior to the workshop start date participants will be emailed:
- Zoom meeting link
- Welcome activity package
- Recommended supply list
- Workshop schedule
Parent/Guardian supervision is required for all workshops. It is the responsibility of the family to provide and ensure a safe environment for the duration of the workshop.
Each family registers by selecting a workshop theme offered on a specific date. This specified date includes a live virtual presentation and lesson from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM followed by an at-home/outdoor activity and craft, plus a half-hour Zoom social session. Please choose your social session at either 1:00 PM EST, 1:45 PM EST, 2:30 PM EST or 3:15 PM.
From 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM the live Zoom virtual presentation and lesson will be recorded as ROM educators host an engaging and interactive program with ROM experts in their field.
The half-hour afternoon timeslot will bring program participants together in a social environment via Zoom. This session will not be recorded, and participants will be able to engage and interact live with each other. The meeting link will expire once the session has ended.
The ROM reserves the right to cancel and/or make changes to the programs at its sole discretion and at any time.
Program Dates & Times
Workshops will be offered from August 4th to September 3rd, 2021 on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.
Note: Workshops are not offered on the August 2nd Civic Holiday.
Virtual Workshops run from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM followed by an at-home/outdoor activity and craft, plus a half-hour social in the afternoon. Once this social session is finished the workshop has ended.
Participants will have the option to choose an afternoon session of either 1:00 PM EST, 1:45 PM EST, 2:30 PM EST or 3:15 PM at the time of registration.
Waitlists
Waitlists will be generated for each sold out workshop date and afternoon Zoom social session. Interested participants are welcome to join the waitlist by submitting their name online. If any spots become available, applicants will be notified by email or phone. You will have 24 hrs to respond to the Programs Department by phone at 416.586.597 or by email at programs@rom.on.ca to accept or decline the available spot. If we don’t hear back from you, the spot will be offered to the next person named on the waitlist.
Note: Adding your name to a waitlist does not guarantee a spot will become available to register for a workshop.
Waivers & Consent to Participate
During the registration process you will be required to provide your consent to the ROM’s “Informed Consent Waiver and Agreement” in order to participate in our virtual workshop(s). Without consent you will not be able to complete the registration process and proceed to payment, therefore your registration will be incomplete and will not be confirmed.
Cancellations
The ROM reserves the right to cancel any program 5 business days prior to the workshop date if enrollment does not meet the 60 minimum number of required participants. To ensure your space, please register early. If the program is cancelled due to low enrollment, we will contact the parent/guardian named on the registration as soon as possible and a full refund will be issued. If space permits, the option to transfer to an alternate workshop date and time will be offered.
Requests to cancel from a workshop must be made in writing no less than 5 business days prior to the workshop date for an 80% refund. To cancel your registration, please email programs@rom.on.ca with your name and order number on your confirmation. No refunds will be issued for cancellations received less than 5 business days before the start of a workshop date.
Transfers
Requests to transfer to a different workshop date or afternoon Zoom social session from the original registered program will be accommodated only if space is available. Transfers must be received in writing no less than 5 business days prior to the workshop date and time, please email programs@rom.on.ca. If you need to transfer, please contact us as soon as possible. There will be no transfer fee for a one-time transfer request. Multiple transfer requests will be subject to a $10 administrative fee for each request.
Refunds
Please note that we do not offer refunds, credits or make-up workshop dates due to participant illness, missed workshops, partial program attendance or technical issues on part of the participant.
Updates
Go to https://www.rom.on.ca/en/whats-on/romkids-virtual-family-workshops for up-to-date information on the availability of workshops.
Contact Us
Have any questions? Do not hesitate to give us a call or send an email.
416.586.5797 | Monday – Friday: 9:00 am – 4:30 pm | programs@rom.on.ca
The collection of Personal information is governed by the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA). Should you have any questions regarding privacy provisions, please contact programs@rom.on.ca.
Register online for as many ROMKids Virtual Workshops as you like and bring this live adventure home. We look forward to having your family join us for another memorable summer with the ROM.
Workshop Etiquette
Requirements
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Adult supervision: a caregiver must be on the premises at all times.
- Caregivers are to help participants set up their station (ie. activity area, Zoom call station).
- Caregivers must be available at the phone number provided at the time of registration in the event ROMKids staff need to reach out. In case of technology issues or behavioural mediation, we ask caregivers to support.
- A working microphone.
- A stable internet connection.
- Computer or tablet with a working camera.
- A Zoom account.
Code of Conduct
Inclusivity: We strive to create an inclusive setting for all participants.
- At the ROM we believe every child has the right to a safe, enjoyable, and educational experience in our programs. Our staff and volunteers are respectful of the right of each child to be treated in a fair manner and strive to create an environment where our participants are encouraged to express themselves.
- Zoom meetings will have auto-captions enabled.
Respect: Always be respectful to all participants and staff.
- Inappropriate, offensive, or hurtful language and/or behaviour will not be tolerated.
- Remember that since we are online, chat messages, tone, and facial expressions might not come across as clearly. Keep calm and ask for clarification.
- Respect each other’s time to speak and refrain from speaking over staff and participants. Please stay muted when it is not your turn. If a participant is unmuted, the ROMKids staff member in the group may mute the camper to keep the flow of speech clear.
Camera/Zoom Time
- Please try your best to ensure that all participants’ names are displayed correctly on Zoom. We also encourage participants to include their pronouns next to their name.
- Try to join the meeting 10 minutes prior to the start of each session to ensure that all technology is working properly. If you have any challenges on the day of the workshop, you are welcome to call the ROMKids Registration Line (416) 586-5797 and we will try our best to help you through it.
- We understand that you may not want to be seen with your video and that’s okay! We encourage participants to try their best to show their face when they feel comfortable.
- We want to hear you clearly! Avoid loud or distracting backgrounds.
- If you do not want your background to be shown, no worries! Blur it or choose a family-friendly backdrop.
- Try your best to contribute to the conversations. We know it can be difficult to speak in a virtual group—we can’t wait to listen and/or see what exciting activities you’ve done!
Safety
- Never share personal information or click any links unless prompted by a member of ROMKids staff.
- Do not share the Zoom link with others. We will also take extra precautions to ensure only registered participants are allowed entrance to the Zoom session.
Chat: Remember, the chat must remain respectful and courteous.
- Re-read your messages and make sure that they are clear and kind. If you think a message might hurt someone’s feelings, re-write it before sending it.
- Private chats will be disabled for these workshops.
Questions, Comments, Concerns
- If you have a question or comment, use the Zoom “raise your hand” function and wait for the staff member to call upon you. You may also type in the chat.
Behavioural Concerns
ROMKids asks participants to demonstrate respectful behaviours to themselves and others. If a participant is struggling, Staff will try to provide the best behavioural support possible.
If a participant is repeatedly uncooperative or disruptive, using harmful language, and/or being discourteous, actions will be taken to ensure safety of participants. Staff may mute microphones, turn off cameras, call their caregiver, and/or the participant will be removed from the group.
ROMKids is dedicated to creating an enriching and engaging learning experience and a positive and safe space for all participants. We will make every effort to ensure that everyone is treated with the utmost respect and decency.
Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact ROMKids preferably by email at studio@rom.on.ca or the ROMKids Office line at (416) 586-8043, and we will do our best to help you out.
Date & Time
August 2 to September 3
