SUMMER PLAYSCHOOL 2014

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1 SUMMER PLAYSCHOOL 2014 Registration begins Wednesday, April 23 rd 1

2 IMPORTANT INFORMATION Important new information included in this booklet Early Bird rate for full-day campers is $1,150 (savings of $125). Final day of Early Bird registration is Friday, May 16, No exceptions will be made. Final day for Playschool registration at full rate of $1,275 is Friday, June 13, No exceptions will be made. Final day to honor full refund requests, other than medical emergencies, is Friday, June 13, Important details pertaining to refunds are noted inside this booklet. Playschool Program for Pre-K to 2 nd Grade will be at Hewlett Elementary School. Note: The location of the 2 nd grade group has been changed from the high school to Hewlett Elementary. Playschool Program for 3 rd Grade to 9 th Grade will be at Hewlett High School. 2

3 Community Education & Services ONE JOHNSON PLACE Woodmere, NY Telephone: 516/ Fax: 516/ Tom Naglieri Coordinator of Summer Programs Dear Residents: Summer is a very special and exciting season, one filled with promise, renewal, and growth. For children, the summer is all about having fun and trying new things, with a little relaxation added in for good measure! For parents, summer is all about safety, stimulation, and of course, fun! For years, the Hewlett-Woodmere Playschool has served as an integral part of the summer experience for the children of our community. The Playschool enables children to expand their horizons, make new friends, and further develop their character and confidence. The Playschool s scheduled activities and special events are carefully planned to ensure that they are age appropriate, stimulating, and enjoyable for children of all ages. Playschool campers truly enjoy the benefit of both indoor and outdoor activities. Some of the activities your child will enjoy include: Indoor: art, physical education, science, computers, swimming, and yoga Outdoor field activities: soccer, tennis, kickball, football, and sprinkler time Special events: talent shows, contests, dress-up days, and the Playschool Olympics In addition to a full schedule of fun and rewarding activities, the success of the Hewlett Woodmere Playschool is due largely to the dedicated members of our supervisory staff. We are truly fortunate to have an outstanding summer staff comprised of highly-energetic teachers with years of experience in recreation. The teachers are ably assisted by responsible and enthusiastic high school and/or college students who serve as role models for the campers. Last summer was my first as the administrator in charge of the Hewlett-Woodmere Playschool, and I was amazed and inspired each and every day as I watched a devoted staff work tirelessly to put smiles on the faces of young people. I am truly lucky to work with such caring and wonderful people who have committed themselves to providing safe, healthy, educational experiences to children. Words cannot describe how uplifting it is to see children with smiling happy faces, and I recognize how fortunate I am to have the Playschool bring that to me on a daily basis. For this reason, I look forward to the 2014 Summer Playschool and the rewarding experiences it will bring! I invite you to review the Playschool information included in this brochure. Please do not hesitate to contact the office of Community Education and Services at (516) if you have any questions or would like additional information about our program. On behalf of the Hewlett-Woodmere Department of Community Education and Services and the Summer Playschool staff, I extend warm regards to our community residents for a healthy, safe, and rewarding summer. Sincerely yours, Tom Naglieri Coordinator of Summer Programs 3

4 SUMMER PLAYSCHOOL PROGRAMS The Summer Playschool is a well-rounded recreation experience for district children entering Pre-Kindergarten through 9 th grade in September The Playschools utilize the indoor and outdoor facilities of two of the district schools. For the summer 2014, we will use Hewlett Elementary School for students entering Pre-Kindergarten through 2 nd Grade. The upper camp, 3 rd Grade through 9 th Grad, will be located at Hewlett High School. A variety of recreational activities and special events will take place at both programs. Staggered beginning and ending times have been arranged for the convenience of parents who have children attending programs at both locations. These programs are only available for children residing in the Hewlett-Woodmere School District. Please read the program details carefully. Children born after December 1, 2010 are not eligible for this program. The Summer Playschool meets July 2 - August 7, SUMMER PLAYSCHOOL AT HEWLETT ELEMENTARY (Pre-K - 2 nd Grade children) Let your child enjoy a fun-filled, nurturing summer program close to home. The Summer Playschool at Hewlett Elementary is offered for children who will be entering Pre-K through 2 nd grade in September Children who are entering Pre-K must be at least 4 years of age by December 1, Proof of age is required upon registration for Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten children. Upon registration, you will be asked to present a birth certificate and proof of residency. Children participate in co-ed groups according to their grade level. Art, sprinkler time, outdoor games, drama, music, computers, and science make up some of the regular educational and special recreation activities. Daily educational activities provide an informal setting to encourage children to use the knowledge gained during the regular school year. There will be special events planned to culminate the Summer Playschool. Each child will be provided with a tee shirt. It is important that you indicate your child s tee shirt size on the registration form.. DATES: July 2 nd - August 7 th - Monday to Friday WHERE: TIME: Hewlett Elementary for Pre-K - 2 nd grades Half-day option: 8:50 a.m. to 11:50 a.m. - Pre-K and K Full-day option: 8:50 a.m. to 2:50 p.m. 4

5 SUMMER PLAYSCHOOL AT HEWLETT HIGH SCHOOL (3 rd - 9 th Grade children) The Playschool at Hewlett High School is offered for children entering 3 rd to 9 th grades in September This program provides a well-rounded, fun-filled summer experience that is engaging, affordable, and close to home. Children are supervised in grade and gender specific groups. However, there are also planned opportunities for co-ed activities. Your child s day will consist of an integrated schedule of both recreation and informal education enrichment activities. Art, sports, yoga, theatre, computers, physical education, swimming, water activities, and science are some of the regular activities. Theme weeks and special shows by the children and staff are a popular part of this program. The playschool children will continue to experience offsite recreation trips at no additional cost. Campers enrolled at Hewlett High School Playschool entering grades 6-9 become part of the Teen Choices and Challenges Program. Better known as C & C, this program permits our older campers to participate in specific areas of interest. During the last two periods of each day, C & C campers can choose to participate in a variety of activities. Some of the choices offered are athletic tournaments, cooperative games, arts and crafts, and dance. In order to facilitate teamwork and help in supervision during field trips and events, each child will be provided with a tee shirt. Tee shirts are required to be worn on any field trips, and on special days. Please indicate your child s tee shirt size on the registration form. DATES: WHERE: TIME: July 2 nd - August 7 th - Monday to Friday Hewlett High School for students in 3 rd - 9 th grades 9:00 a.m. to 3:05 p.m. NOTE: Recreational swim will be included in the daily activities of the playschool from 9:00 a.m. - 3:05 p.m.! 5

6 SUMMER PLAYSCHOOL ENROLLMENT FEE INFORMATION The 2014 Summer Playschool fee is $1,275. However, in order to assist our families in this challenging fiscal climate, we will continue an EARLY BIRD ENROLLMENT price for the playschool program. The Early Bird cost will be $1,150. This price will be available through Friday, May 16, There will be no sliding scale discounts for multiple children with the early bird rate. After May 16, 2014, the full cost registration fee will be $1,275. All Playschool fees are subject to Board of Education approval. The final day of registration for full cost will be Friday, June 13, No registrations will be taken after that date. Please refer to the 2014 Playschool Fee Schedule below for additional information PLAYSCHOOL FEE SCHEDULE * All Playschool fees are subject to Board of Education approval. PLAYSCHOOL PROGRAMS 1 st CHILD 2 nd 3 rd 4 th Half-day (Pre-K & K only) $800 $775 $ $750 Full-day Early Bird $1,150 $1,150 $1,150 $1,150 Full-day (after May 3 rd ) $1,275 $1,225 $1,200 $1,175 Please note that due to complex scheduling, children who register for the half-day program will not experience all activities and benefits offered in the full-day program SUMMER PLAYSCHOOL fee includes one tee shirt. Please specify desired size on your registration form: K-Sm (Kids 6-8) K-Med (Kids 10-12) A-Sm (Adult Small 32-34) A-Med (Adult Medium 36-38) A-Lg (Adult Large 40-42) A-XL (Adult Extra Large 44) A-XXL (Adult 2XL 48 +) An extended day program for child care purposes is available through Five Towns Community Center for children ages For details contact Marie Caronia at REGISTRATION INFORMATION Registration will be in the Community Services Office at One Johnson Place, Woodmere, New York To register a child, please adhere to the following: Be prepared to show TWO proofs of your residency within the Hewlett-Woodmere School District. (Example: your driver s license or passport with a current address on it, your mortgage title or bill, tax bill or lease and a current utility bill with your address.) Children entering Pre-K or Kindergarten in the fall of 2014 will be required to show an ORIGINAL birth certificate and proof of immunizations to register. Children born after December 1, 2010 are not eligible for 2014 summer programs. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on the registration form. You must include emergency names and emergency telephone numbers. Your registration will not be accepted unless it is completed with emergency information. Parents and/or legal guardians must register IN PERSON for the Summer Playschool. OPEN REGISTRATION PERIOD ROOM 209 DAYTIME: April 23 rd to June 13 th - 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. EVENING: Mondays April 28 th to June 9 h - 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. 6

7 PAYMENTS and FEES Program fees must be paid in full at the time of registration. Refer to the fee schedule. All fees are payable to: Hewlett-Woodmere Community Services. You may pay by check, money-order, or credit card (MC or VISA only). You must identify your child s tee-shirt size on the registration form. The playschool material fee is inclusive of a tee shirt and consumable supplies for each child. ALL FEES are subject to approval by the Board of Education (May 20 th ). Registrations received before this date may be subject to adjustment by billing or refund of any final differential prices. SCHOLARSHIPS A limited number of scholarships may be available for children wishing to attend the summer playschool programs. The primary basis of determining eligibility for student scholarships shall be students who are already approved for the Free Lunch program. The district may also take into consideration other programs for the needy as may be established at the Federal, State or County level as approved by the Superintendent or designee. Families interested in applying for a scholarship and are already approved for the Free Lunch program must submit the following documents: a signed application for scholarship, proof of income (W-2/1099, current pay stub, or 2013 Federal Tax Return), and a signed Consent to Release Free or Reduced Price Eligibility Information form. If a family has not applied for the Free and Reduced Lunch program, they must submit the following: a signed Application for Free and Reduced School Meals/Milk form, a signed application for scholarship, proof of income (W-2/1099, current pay stub, or 2013 Federal Tax Return), and a signed Consent to Release Free of Reduced Price Eligibility Information form. Completed scholarship applications must be brought to the Community Services Office by Tuesday, May 13, Scholarship awards will be determined by Monday, June 2, 2014, and will be limited to available openings on a grade by grade basis. Availability of funding for the Summer Playschool is contingent on the passing of the school budget. Those families applying for a scholarship and not receiving one may register at the Early Bird rate of $1,150 by June 13, PLAYSCHOOL PROGRAM REFUND PROCEDURES Full refunds for registrants of the Summer Playschool will be provided only when a request is received in writing by June 13, From June 14, 2014 through July 2, 2014 full refunds will only be given for medical emergencies. A written request accompanied by a doctor s note must be submitted for a medical emergency refund. The doctor s note must state that the Playschool registrant is not able to participate in the specific activity for which he/she is registered. After July 2, 2014, only prorated refunds may be granted for medical emergencies with appropriate documentation. NO GIFT GIVING or TIPPING OF STAFF Although gift giving and tipping are common practice in private settings, the district has a strict no gifts policy for staff. The Community Services programs are public programs. Staff members are paid a competitive wage. Please express your appreciation in writing or with child made gifts. Employees are not permitted to accept tips or gifts, and doing so may jeopardize their employment. TRANSPORTATION The district does not provide transportation services for Playschool participants. Parents provide transportation, by car or carpool. Walkers and bike riders should walk or ride together in small groups and should be 12 years of age or older. The following company is approved to transport district children on and off of school grounds. Parents who wish to arrange for private transportation may choose to call INDEPENDENT COACH at

8 Non-Profit Organization U.S. POSTAGE PAID WOODMERE, NY PERMIT NO. 214 Hewlett-Woodmere Public Schools Department of Community Education & Services One Johnson Place Woodmere, New York Phone - (516) FAX - (516) THE BOARD OF EDUCATION Scott McInnes, President Cheryl May, Vice President Jonathan Altus, MD Harold Kislik Melissa Gates Stephen B. Witt Mitchell A. Greebel SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS Joyce M. Bisso, Ed.D. DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY EDUCATION AND SERVICES STAFF Barbara McNiff, Executive Director of Human Resources and Student Services Laurie San Phillipo, Senior Account Clerk KINDLY RUSH - DATED INFORMATION OPEN REGISTRATION REGISTRATION BEGINS APRIL 23, 2014 Registration Office Hours: Monday - Friday 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Evening Registration: Mondays April 28 th - June 10 th 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. 8