Wisconsin Sound Beginnings

Cost: $100 | 2026 Costs TBA Soon

This fee covers all activities, lodging, meals, and a t-shirt for each participant. Please share t-shirt sizing requests in the registration.

The final step in the registration process will give you two payment options (mailing a check or using credit card). This $100 registration fee will be returned to families AFTER attending the event.

At the final step of registration, you may:

• Pay the full amount.
• Choose a payment plan requiring a $100 non-refundable deposit, which will be applied to the total fee. Learn more about balance due dates.

A 2.85% surcharge applies to all credit/debit card payments to cover processing fees. Payment by check is exempt. Checks should be made payable to "UW-Whitewater" and mailed to:

UW-Whitewater Camps and Conferences
800 West Main Street, Andersen Library Room 2124
Whitewater, WI 53190

Payment Deadline & Policy
Full payment is due 21 days prior to the event start date. Registrants with outstanding balances after this deadline may be removed from the event roster without a refund. If there are extenuating circumstances affecting payment, please contact Continuing Education Services at cesevents@uww.edu before the deadline.

Starting with Summer 2026 events, registrations and payments will be managed through our new system, by clicking here.

For events prior to Summer 2026, please continue using our current system, by clicking here.

Your online registration and payment are always safe and secure. We accept MasterCard and Visa credit card payments in our online registration system. We will NOT accept credit card payments over the phone. We will accept checks made out to "UW-Whitewater" and mailed to UW-Whitewater Camps and Conferences, 800 West Main Street, Room 2124 Andersen Library, Whitewater WI 53190.

Confirmation Emails
Once you register to attend an event (including waitlisted), a confirmation email will be sent to the email address you registered with. Contact cesevents@uww.edu if you do not receive this confirmation email. You must have a working email address on file with us to be able to receive important announcements and updates about this event.

For participants who will be receiving a sponsorship to attend this event, please follow these steps to redeem your sponsorship:

• Register for the event and use the promo code provided by your sponsor during checkout.
• The sponsorship amount will be deducted from your invoice. Any remaining balance will be the participant's responsibility.
• If you need to cancel your registration, please note that the sponsorship funds will be returned to the supporting organization.

Please note that any qualifying discounts given by the event will not be applied after you have paid in full. Be sure to use the promo code during checkout to receive your discount. You will be charged if you do not qualify for the requested discount at the start of the event.

If a refund is issued due to overpayment on your account, a processing fee will be assessed.

If you have received an award or scholarship without a promo code or want to use two promo codes, please call Continuing Education Services at 262-472-3165 or email cesevents@uww.edu before registering to avoid overpayment fees.

Want to Sponsor a Registrant?
If you would like to sponsor a registrant and cover all or partial fees, you can request a promo code to give to your chosen registrant. Get more information about sponsoring a registrant.

If you are unable to attend the event, please contact KometerCL24@uww.edu to cancel your registration. We expect to have a waiting list of other families who may then register. Your $100 registration fee will only be returned to you IF you attend the event. NO REFUNDS will be given for withdrawal due to disciplinary reasons or no-shows after the camp has started. All cancellation requests must be submitted to cesevents@uww.edu; provide the registrant’s name and camp title. Refunds will be returned to the name and address of the payer. 

We reserve the right to cancel any event for any reason; in such case, all fees paid will be refunded, or contact cesevents@uww.edu for alternate arrangements.

Cancellations and payments: All registrant accounts must be paid in full 21 days prior to the start of the event. Registrants with outstanding balances after payment is due in full are subject to being removed from the event roster without a refund. Please contact Continuing Education Services at cesevents@uww.edu  prior to this deadline if extenuating circumstances prevent you from completing a payment.

By registering for an event, you agree to our Registration Terms and Conditions. UW-Whitewater will hold all registrants responsible for their conduct. Serious misconduct or disruption will lead to immediate dismissal from event. Registrants dismissed from the event will not receive a refund. Please review the Terms and Conditions for more details.

Be aware that we recommend that all portable electronic devices be left at home, but ultimately it is your decision. We know that parents and children value the ability to be able to call each other at a moment's notice. For that reason, we do not prohibit cell phones at camp, but ask that cell phone use does not interfere with the event and other participants. Parents are responsible for setting clear guidelines for cell use with their child. We will not be responsible for any lost or stolen items.

Before camp begins, we’ll share a packet of helpful information to make sure you feel ready and excited for your camp. This packet will be available about three weeks before camp and will include:

• Medication needs: If you’ll be taking any medication at camp, you’ll be able to fill out a short section so our staff can support you.
• Parking details: Directions on where to park when you arrive.
• Check-in and check-out: The exact times and locations for arrival and departure, so you know just where to go.
• Daily schedule: A rundown of the activities planned each day.
• Camper mail address: The mailing address for family and friends to send letters or packages while you’re at camp.
• Packing list: Suggestions on what to bring so you’re all set for the experience.
• Other helpful details: A few extra notes to make your camp stay smooth and enjoyable.

Day 1

• 9:00–11:00 AM: Check-in and move into dorms
• 11:00–12:00 PM: Welcome and family activity
• 12:00–12:45 PM: Lunch
• 1:00–1:45 PM: Family activity options (art, mingling, nap time)
• 2:00–3:00 PM: Parent session – DHH experience ambassadors
• Children: activities with adult staff/volunteers
• 3:15–4:00 PM: Parent program – shared reading
• Children: activities with adult staff/volunteers
• 4:00–4:30 PM: Parent–child shared reading activity
• 5:30–7:30 PM: Dinner (pizza), shared reading activity, ice cream party, family activities, playground

Day 2

• 7:30–8:30 AM: Breakfast
• 9:00–10:00 AM: Parent program – ASL and spoken rhyming and rhythm
• Children: activities with adult staff/volunteers
• 10:00–10:45 AM: Parent–child activity – rhyming and rhythm
• 11:00–12:00 PM: Break with outdoor playground or indoor gym
• 12:00–12:45 PM: Lunch
• 1:00–2:45 PM: Family activity options (mingling, art, literacy activities, nap time)
• 3:00–4:00 PM: Parent program – parent panel
• Children: activities with adult staff/volunteers
• 4:00–5:00 PM: Family time (open time)
• 5:00–6:00 PM: Dinner
• 6:00–7:30 PM: Family fun night (bowling, games, activities)

Day 3

• 7:30–8:30 AM: Breakfast
• 9:00–10:00 AM: Parent sharing circle
• Children: activities with adult staff/volunteers
• 10:30–11:00 AM: Closing gathering and group picture
• 11:00–12:00 PM: Outdoor playground or indoor gym and pack up dorms
• 12:00–1:00 PM: Lunch
• 1:00–2:00 PM: Check-out and move out

Each minor must complete a clinic health form; no minor will be allowed to participate without completing the form. Please bring form to check-in.

We receive many questions from registrants. We have prepared a page with answers to our frequently asked questions about registering and attending an event.