Frequently asked questions
The SummitQuest Kids Program is designed for children ages 5–12. Some activities may be best suited for ages 4–10 or 8-13, depending on the session.
The SummitQuest Kids Program is led by our trusted partners, including Global Sprouts, the Kids Explore Robotics team, and dedicated CHES parent volunteers.
Activities may include:
Group storytime and reading
Coloring and arts & crafts
Flag crafts and cultural exploration
Music and movement
STEM and robotics activities (as available)
Children rotate through activity stations in small groups to ensure engagement and supervision.
Global Sprouts sessions run for 1 hour and 15 minutes, with two offerings during the summit. Kids Explore Robotics sessions last 45 minutes to 1 hour, featuring four exciting opportunities to engage.
Yes. The SummitQuest Kids Program is first-come, first-served and space is limited to ensure a quality experience for every child.
SummitQuest Kids is an enrichment-based program, not traditional childcare. Activities are educational, interactive, and designed to complement the mission of CHES.
Food and snacks will be provided at lunch time.
Final schedules, activity times, and partner confirmations will be emailed to registered families prior to CHES 2026.
No. Participation in the SummitQuest Kids Program is not free. Only children with a paid CHES 2026 Kids Ticket are eligible to participate in the program.
After purchasing a kids ticket, parents must complete the SummitQuest Kids Program Registration Form to finalize placement. Space is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Yes. All children ages 4–12 must be registered for the SummitQuest Kids Program to participate in any kids activities during CHES 2026.
No. Both programs are an optional, limited-capacity program available to children ages 4–10, 5-12 or 8-13 by signing up.
Your child will still fully participate in SummitQuest Kids programming during keynote sessions, supervised by CHES parent volunteers, and enjoy games, educational activities, and group engagement.
No. SummitQuest is an optional, limited-capacity program available to children ages 5–12 by request.
The Equipped! Pro-Life Kids Program warmly welcomes children aged 5–12, offering age-appropriate and respectful lessons that inspire and educate.
No. This lesson does not include graphic images or medical procedures. Visual materials include fetal models and educational images used to explain stages of development in a gentle, non-sensational way.
The focus is on:
The biblical value of life
God’s role as Creator
Understanding prenatal development
Helping children recognize that every life is made in God’s image
No, participation in the Equipped! Pro-Life Kids Program is entirely optional. It’s part of the enriching SummitQuest Kids Experiences and requires placement due to limited capacity. Children not enrolled will still enjoy engaging activities with CHES parent volunteers.
Class sizes are limited to ensure a small-group environment that allows for thoughtful engagement, questions, and age-appropriate discussion.
Absolutely! Children will take home a 12-week fetal model, educational handouts, and activity sheets completed during the session—perfect tools to spark meaningful family conversations at home.
