DFW City Specifics
dfw CONTACT INFORMATION
| KV DFW Office | 214.303.9789 | [email protected] |
| Nicole Davis | 512.434.9045 | [email protected] |
| Camden Thornton | 713.530.8517 | [email protected] |
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Talent Acquisition Manager
Camden Thornton
Welcome to the DFW City Specific page!
Here you will find all city-specific training information and dates, instructions/ links to sign up for training, information on role-specific meetings, how to request time off, and more.
Kidventure takes pride in ensuring all our staff feels prepared and ready to knock camp out of the park. Trainings are a HUGE component of our staff’s preparation and success at camp. It is what affords us the ability to function so well as a team and walk into the summer prepared. Not so much prepared for you, but prepared for the campers that are waiting to meet you.
We strongly advise all staff to check this page regularly to stay updated on training dates and information. All of the following trainings are mandatory, but some components have several options. Please read closely and complete the relevant training within each training component that corresponds to you!
Every team member must be First Aid and CPR certified through August 7th, 2026. If you are not currently certified through August 7th, 2026, we ask that you complete the certification with Kidventure. If you are already certified in First Aid/CPR/AED and will be current through August 7th, 2026, your certifications must be uploaded to Paycom before May 30th, 2026.
Details: Kidventure offers a training course to staff for a discounted price of $30 (Zelle is preferred, Venmo, cash, or check made out to Kidventure upon request). No payment is to be made to Pro First Aid directly.
All trainings will be held at the Kidventure DFW Office: 3330 Keller Springs Rd #230, Carrollton, TX 75006. Below is the list of First Aid and CPR trainings available, please choose the day and time that best fits your schedule.
- Saturday, May 14, 2026 (Virtus Only)
- Time: 6-9 PM
- Register here
- May 16th, 2026 (Virtus Only)
- Time: 6-9 PM
- Register here
- Thursday, May 21, 2026 (CPR/First Aid)
- Time: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
- Register here
*For any questions or concerns, or are unsure if your certification is still valid, please get in touch with the HR Talent Acquisition Manager, Camden at [email protected] *
Kidventure Staff must complete a Sexual Abuse Prevention course before camp. We have two options and multiple dates you can choose from. IMPORTANT: Specific sites must take specific training. The courses are Virtus and Prasedium. These courses MUST be renewed every two years- if you took a Sexual Abuse Prevention course in the summer of 2025 you do not need to renew your Sexual Abuse Prevention certification this year. Unless, you are at a catholic site.
This MUST be completed before the start of your camp location. If you cannot complete this course by the deadline your position with Kidventure will be rescinded.
| Sexual Abuse Prevention Course | Camp Locations |
| Praesidium ONLY * This is an ONLINE course- An account will be made for you by the HR team. Be on the lookout for an email to log in and complete your training. Follow instructions here for how to create an account and complete the course. | Kessler, Little Elm, Highland Village |
| Virtus ONLY * VIRTUS Training Requirements – Archdiocese of Dallas The Archdiocese of Dallas requires VIRTUS training every year. Follow instructions here for how to complete the course. To help keep everyone current, we alternate the format each year: Year 1 – In Person Attend the in-person VIRTUS session Complete the required test Once finished, you are all set for the year Please use this link to sign up for the in-person training. Year 2 – Online Complete the online VIRTUS course Email me 3 things you learned from the training This helps us maintain a personal touchpoint while ensuring everyone stays compliant. | St. Patrick, All Saints, Manager, Subs and Adventure Krew Virtus Training May 14th (6-9 PM) & May 16th (9-12 PM) Register Here |
Check-in will be from 7:30 – 8:00 a.m. for all staff.
The dress is athleisure (including closed-toed shoes). More information to come regarding parking and other details, please check your email and Slack for updates.
If you can NOT attend the Staff Counselor Conference, please contact your Camp Coordinator, Nicole at [email protected]
| Counselor Conference | Time | Training Location | Notes |
| Day 1: Wednesday, May 27, 2026 | 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m | The Hills Church – Dallas Campus 3014 Skillman St, Dallas, TX 75206 | Lunch will be provided by KV: If you have a dietary restriction, please fill out this FORM. |
| Day 2: Thursday, May 28, 2026 | 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m | The Hills Church – Dallas Campus 3014 Skillman St, Dallas, TX 75206 | Please bring your own lunch |
| Day 3: Friday, May 29, 2026 | 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m | The Hills Church – Dallas Campus 3014 Skillman St, Dallas, TX 75206 | Please bring your own lunch |
Each individual campsite meets on the Saturday or Sunday before the first Monday of camp. This is our time to set up for camp, decorate, go through our site procedures, and familiarize all staff with your specific campsite. See times and days below. We will be painting decorations and doing lots of different things, come casual and ready to jump in!
Dates have been updated below but are subject to change. Kidventure will notify you as soon as possible of any changes.
| Camp Site | Date | Time | Address | Notes |
| Camp Highland Village | Saturday, May 30th, 2026 | 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. | 310 Highland Village Rd. Highland Village, TX 75077 | Breakfast provided. Please bring a lunch. |
| Camp Kessler | Saturday, May 30th, 2026 | 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. | 1822 W. 10th St. Dallas, TX 75208 | Breakfast provided. Please bring a lunch. |
| Camp Little Elm | Saturday, May 30th, 2026 | 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. | 303 Main St. Little Elm, TX 75068 | Breakfast provided. Please bring a lunch. |
| Camp St. Patrick | Saturday, May 30th, 2026 | 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. | 9635 Ferndale Rd. Dallas, TX 75238 | Breakfast provided. Please bring a lunch. |
| Camp St. Paul | Saturday, May 30th, 2026 | 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. | 720 S. Floyd St. Richardson, TX 75080 | Breakfast provided. Please bring a lunch. |
All Directors & Managers are required to attend the following trainings. If you are unable to attend due to prior commitments, please be sure to let Nicole know ASAP
| Training Name | Date | Time | Address | Notes |
| Manager’s Retreat | March 20 – 22, 2026 | Overnight Stay | 34 Forest Glen Road, Huntsville, TX 77340 | Packing Memo Transportation will be arranged |
| Director Retreat | April 24 – 26, 2026 | Overnight Stay | 34 Forest Glen Road, Huntsville, TX 77340 | Packing Memo Transportation will be arranged Please fill out this Dietary Restriction form by April 10 |
| Director City Meeting #1 | Saturday, May 2, 2026 | 8:00 am – 4:00 PM | 3330 Keller Springs Rd #230, Carrollton, TX 75006 | |
| Director City Meeting #2 | Saturday, May 9, 2026 | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM | 3330 Keller Springs Rd #230, Carrollton, TX 75006 |
Managers and Directors are also required to attend all counselor-specific Trainings. See “Counselor Specific Trainings” for more details.
Staff designated to the Adventure Krew will meet to review STATE regulations and learn the Instructions, safety, and responsibilities of Teambuilding and Archery Tag. The Adventure Krew Training details is found below:
- Saturday, May 23, 2026
- Time:
- Address:
- Please come in athletic wear
The Adventure Krew Team members are also required to attend all Counselor Specific Trainings.
Absence requests for the summer season will be accepted May 1 through May 27 and must be submitted through Paycom.
Each team member is allotted four (4) days to request off in Paycom. A full work day is defined as 8 hours. Time off must be submitted based on hourly needs. For example, if you need to be out for a half day, you should submit 4 hours.
If you require additional time off beyond the allotted four days, or have special circumstances, please contact your City Coordinator prior to submitting your request.
Please note: If you miss more than 15% of the summer season, we will need to reevaluate your eligibility to remain in your position for the duration of the program.
We appreciate your cooperation in planning ahead to ensure proper staffing and program consistency for our campers.