By any standard, summer camp is a serious financial undertaking. Between tuition, travel, supplies, tips, and extras, most parents are shelling out thousands of dollars for the privilege of giving their children a few weeks of fun, growth, and independence. And most of us accept that. We do it out of love, commitment, and the hope that our kids will thrive in a warm, structured environment. But now, the camp I signed my child up for this summer sent us a handbook, which informs me that I must use a system to send emails to my child — at a cost of $1.00 per email, with a minimum purchase of $10.00. This isn’t just unfair — it’s outrageous. In case you forgot, email is free. It’s free to send. It’s free to receive. It’s not some proprietary technology or specialized courier service.
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