BCSC: Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

School Programs
	Can we sign up now, for next year's missions because we never get in?
	NO. Open registration is JUNE 1. We have always had a re-registration process where schools who had missions the previous year get first choice for the next school year. If you call immediately on June 1, we will try our best to accommodate you.
	How long can you hold a reservation for me until I can get payment?
	A deposit is due upon making the reservation. If a reservation has been made over the phone, a deposit letter will be mailed to you with which you can send back in with payment.
	I lost/used the crew manifest/name tags in my binder, can I get another one?
	YES. A copy of the crew manifest and the team name tags is available for download on the Web site. Just click here or the "Downloads" link.
	What grade levels are your programs for?
	Grades 5 through 8, however our Voyage to Mars Mission is for 6th through 8th grades.
	If we have 36 students is that OK?
	NO. The missions are organized to have a certain number of students per team, This is why we have a minimum and maximum number of 18-34. If we go above 34, the students will not be actively engaged in the simulation and therefore will not benefit as greatly.
	How many teachers can I send for training?
	You can send as many as you wish, however only 1 workshop is included per mission booked. Each additional is $50.
	Can we send parents instead of teachers as chaperones?
	YES. However we prefer teachers from the school to ensure student safety.
	Do you have facilities for a handicapped person?
	YES. Wheelchairs fit into the simulator, not all jobs in the simulator are appropriate for a person in the wheelchair. We also have task cards in Braille. Please inform us early so we can help you as well.