SOUTHERN ELEMENTARY 1200 FAIRFAX WAY GEORGETOWN, KY AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAM (K-5) PARENT/STUDENT HANDBOOK

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1 SOUTHERN ELEMENTARY 1200 FAIRFAX WAY GEORGETOWN, KY AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAM (K-5) PARENT/STUDENT HANDBOOK

2 SOUTHERN ELEMENTARY S AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAM GRADES: K-5 BELIEF STATEMENT We the faculty of Southern Elementary believe: In the complete acceptance of the value and worth of the individual child. That attention should be given to the intellectual, democratic, moral and social values that will enable the child to function in our complex society with emphasis on the value of education and the necessity of work. That the school shall provide essential elements necessary to enable the child to engage in successful relationships within other learning centers. That the child should become able to participate fully in community, state, national, and international life as a responsible citizen. That we should provide guidance in the areas of basic learning, and economic awareness through occupational exploration, orientation and preparation for career decisions. That the child, teacher, parents, administration and community share the responsibility and accountability in the educational process. That through daily classroom experiences, we strive to teach self-respect, respect for others and their properties, respect for the responsibilities and privileges of a democracy, and respect for the principles upon which our country was founded Calendar August 10: First Day for Students May 26: No School September 3: Holiday June 2: Last Day for Students October 12: No School June 3: Last Day for Teachers October 15-19: Fall Break November 6: No School November 21: No School November 22: Holiday November 23: No School December19- January 1: No School December 25: Holiday January 14: Holiday March 21: No School March 31- April 4: Spring Break May 20: No School

3 HOLIDAY CLOSINGS The Corral will attempt to be open on all dates above that school is not in session. Exact dates, times and charges will be announced at a later time. GOALS OF THE SOUTHERN ELEMENTARY CORRAL To provide a quality, developmentally appropriate childcare program at a reasonable cost to any child attending Southern Elementary in grades Kindergarten through 5 th grade. To provide a safe, relaxed atmosphere for recreation, creativity and socialization. To provided enrichment services through learning experiences and artistic endeavors that focus on the development of the whole child. To provide a learner-centered environment, an atmosphere of mutual respect, and opportunities to promote a life-long learning through meaningful real-life experiences. WHERE IS THE CORRAL LOCATED The location is: Southern Elementary School 1200 Fairfax Way Georgetown, KY The after-school program is housed in Family Literacy and pick-up will be at Family Literacy door. PROGRAM COSTS AFTER SCHOOL The after-school program is open from 2:40 PM-6:00 PM on Monday-Friday The cost is $52.00 per week. Full Day, HOLIDAY BREAKS, SNOW DAYS The after school program will be open on snow days, holidays, fall, Christmas and spring breaks at a schedule TBA. It will open at 7:00 AM-6:00 PM. If school dismisses early for inclement weather the after school program will be open at a $2.00 per hour rate until 2:30 PM at which point the regular rate will be in affect. Sack lunches need to provided by each student. THE COST IS $20.00 PER DAY

4 Note: 20% discount for each sibling $40.00 week. REGISTRATION LATE CHARGES/PAYMENT RULES NO DROP-IN SERVICE. Every child must be pr-registered to use the Southern Elementary after-school program. A one-time registration fee of $25.00 will be charged for each participant yearly. PAYMENT RULES/LATE FEES: All fees are due by the first school day of each month. A $5.00 late fee will be charged each week that the payment is late. Your child can be dismissed from the program for non-payment or consistently late payments. It is extremely important that you make your payments on time each month. We are operating totally on funds generated from tuition of our students. Your payment should be delivered to the director or mailed to Southern Elementary School (see address on the previous page) in time to arrive the first school day of each month. Please make check payable to Southern Elementary School. Please note on the check your child s name and that the payment is for The Corral after-school program. PLEASE DO NOT INCLUDE OTHER FEES ON THE CHECK (Ex.-cafeteria money, book orders, field trips, etc.) LATE CHARGES: Will be assessed if one of the following occurs: *The child is not picked up from the after-school program by 6:00 PM a charge of $3.00 per 5minutes being late will be assessed. Late charges are due at the time of pick-up.* If you are habitually late in picking up your child, we will dismiss your child from the afterschool program. If payment is not received by third school day of each month (payment is due on the first school day of each month), a $5.00 late fee will be assessed. If payment is still not received at the beginning of the next week, you will be charged an additional $5.00 late fee and your child could forfeit his/her place in the program. REGISTRATION: Is handled on a first-come basis. All applications received after the program is full, will be put on a waiting list. There is a $25.00 non-refundable fee, due at the time of registration. Employee discounts and Southern Elementary employees will receive a full discount provided space is available (i.e. students are not on the waiting list.) NOTES: Checks should be made to Southern Elementary School. Do not include any other school fees or money for the cafeteria account on the check for the after-school

5 program. We want to keep everyone healthy. If your child comes to the after-school program ill, you will be called to come pick him/her up. Receipts are available upon request. No tuition credit is give due to absence (extenuating circumstances beyond one week will be considered on an individual basis.) The child must be present at school to attend the Southern after-school program. A $25.00 service feel will be charged for all returned checks If your child is ill, please do not send him/her to the Southern after-school program. We want to keep everyone healthy. If your child comes to the afterschool program ill, you will be called to come pick him/her up. RESPONSIBILITIES BEHAVIOR: All children will follow the same rules, policies and regulations that are required in the Southern Elementary Parent/Student Handbook. Any child that habitually does not follow the rules will be dismissed from the program with no refund given. Parents have the responsibility of informing the staff about any custody situations in which a parent is not allowed to remove their child from the program. A court document signed by the judge must be on file with the Southern after-school program and with the Southern Elementary front office. Parents must advise the after-school program immediately in the event of any changes in registration and emergency contact information. Parents should keep the after-school program files current, with updated home and business phone numbers. You may add people allowed to pick up the child, as needed. Please label, your child s clothing, jackets, lunchboxes and backpacks. SIGN-UP AND SIGN-OUT PROCEDURE Students are signed in upon arrival by our staff. Parents must enter the building to pick up their child through the parent drop off/pickup entrance located on the NE side of the building (back gym). Parents/guardians/authorized persons must come into the school to sign the child out, before the child will be released. Only the people mentioned on the registration form may pick up the child from the program. Authorized persons are advised to have a photo ID to show personnel before the child will be released. If a situation occurs where a person does not have proper identification or is not listed on the registration form, the child will be kept on the school grounds until the legal guardian can be notified. We encourage an open line of communication between parents/guardians and Southern after-school staff. Parents/guardians should feel free to schedule appointment as needed to rectify problems or concerns.

6 DAILY ACTIVITIES Snack served daily Homework time for students to work on school assignments and projects as needed. A location that is quiet and conducive for learning will be provided and assistance from on-site staff will be available. Arts and crafts will be offered periodically using a variety of materials and techniques. Creative Play/Drama will be available in a variety of activities. Group games will be available both indoor and outdoor. Play ground facilities including basketball courts, soccer field and playground unit. After-school interactive classes (clubs) will be offered and taught by certified teachers and experienced instructional aides. THE CORRAL STAFF The Southern After-School staff is CPR/First Aide certified and trained in school-age child care and enrichment, through licensure-approved classes. The staff-to-child ratio is 1 adult to 15 children. The Southern After-School program operates with an open door policy. The Program Director and staff are always available to answer your questions and hear any concerns. Bryan Blankenship, Principal Darlene Williams, Director