JCC of Greater Washington

Kids After School PROGRAM & REGISTRATION PACKET

2013-2014

Dear Parents,

We’re excited to announce the 2013-2014After School Programs available at the JCC of Greater Washington. All the information about programs, pricing and registration is included in this packet.

Why should you register?

  • Save on Enrichment Classes. Enroll in the full school-year program and receive up to $400 credit toward Enrichment Classes based on the number of days your child is enrolled in the program. The enrichment class must be on a day your child is already enrolled in the after-school program. This year we will be offering four program sessions.
  • 5 day program = $100 credit per session
  • 3 day program = $50 credit per session
  • 2 day program = $25 credit per session

Credits will expire at the conclusion of each session.

  • Customized Schedules! You choose the days you would like your child to attend when enrolling in the 2 or 3 day programs.
  • Awesome Activities! Every day, children will have a choice of creative club activities to choose from.
  • More Play Time! School out days, early dismissal days and Winter & Spring Break Camps are included in the cost of the program on the days your child is enrolled.

To register, complete the following 3 forms which can be filled out electronically, printed and signed. Then please fax, mail or emailto my attention (Stacy Katz Olivera):

  1. Registration Form
  2. Authorization Payment Form
  3. Terms of Enrollment and Program Policies

Fax:301.881.6549

Mail:6125 Montrose Road, Rockville, MD 20852

E-mail: (if forms are scanned)

Feel free to contactme with any questions.

Warmly,

Stacy

Stacy Katz Olivera

AssistantYouth & CampDirector

301-348-3767

Program Highlights

  • Children are grouped according to age/grade and will have the opportunity to participate in developmentally appropriate activities throughout the afternoon.
  • Some of the Awesome Activities may include; Earth Day Birthday, American Idol Karaoke, Ga-Ga Mania, All Around Sports, Capture the Flag, Fun Food Experiments, Wizards Chess & Movie Making.
  • Healthy kosher snack served daily*
  • Quiet space for homework and assistance provided for all subjects, including Hebrew.
  • Afternoon Arrival options include;supervised walkover from CESJDS for grades K-2, staff greeting for Farmland and Luxmanor buses as well as Tilden MS bus at the JCCGW front circle.
  • Carpool pick-upat the JCCGW Front Circle at dismissal.
  • Jewish values and programming infused throughout the year.
  • Accredited/licensed program by the Maryland State Department of Education.

*Accommodations can be made for allergies and dietary restrictions.

Sample Schedule

Time / Monday / Tuesday / Wednesday / Thursday / Friday
3:30-4:00 p.m. / Welcome & Snack
4:00-4:45 p.m. / Homework
4:45-5:45 p.m. / Activity Clubs
5:45-6:00 p.m. / Carpool Pick-up

Professional Staff

The after school staff are trained professionals with over eight years of childcare experience. Our staff participates in mandatory trainings prior to and throughout the school year. In addition to being licensedby the Maryland State Department of Education they have cleared local and Federal background checks. The staff takes an active role in planning and executing exciting activities daily in addition to the overall supervision of the children. Our staff takes great pride in ensuring the safety and well-being of your children here at the JCCGW. Whether assisting them while crossing the street during walkover, ensuring they obtain the homework assistance needed or just hanging out laughing over a quick game of Uno, your children are their first concern.

Program Options & Pricing

Kids After School

Grades K-7

Schedule of Payments

The Kids After School begins August 26, 2013 and ends June 15, 2014. Monthly payment due dates are below:

  1. August 1st for September
  2. September 1st for October
  3. October 1st for November
  4. November 1st for December
  5. December 1st for January
/
  1. January 1st for February
  2. February 1st for March
  3. March 1st for April
  4. April 1st for May
  5. May 1st for June

REGISTRATION FORM – Only 3 Steps!

Step 1: Complete PARTICIPANTINFORMATION

Child’s First Name Child’s Last Name

GenderMaleFemaleAge Date of Birth(mm/dd/yyyy)

Grade as of Fall 2013School

Child lives with

Step 2: Complete PARENT/GUARDIAN INFORMATION

Parent/Guardian #1:

First NameLast Name

Home Address

City State Zip

Phone Day Phone Evening Cell

E-mail

Parent/Guardian #2:

First NameLast Name

Home Address

City State Zip

Phone DayPhone Evening Cell

E-mail

Step 3:Days Attending

Kids After School / Office use only: 12072 / 12073
5 Days a Week –Monday through Friday
3 Days a Week – Select Days Needed M T W TH F
2 Days a Week –Select Days Needed M T W TH F

TERMS OF ENROLLMENT

PAYMENT

  • To receive preferred member rates, a JCCGW family membership must be maintained for a 12-month period inclusive of the school year in which a child is enrolled.
  • Please note: 30 days written notice is required for any schedule changes requested and will incur a $15 change fee.
  • A non-refundable $100 registration fee is due with this application.
  • The Kids After School program begins August 26, 2013 and ends June 15, 2014. Monthly payment due dates are below:

  1. August 1st for September
  2. September 1st for October
  3. October 1st for November
  4. November 1st for December
  5. December 1st for January
/
  1. January 1st for February
  2. February 1st for March
  3. March 1st for April
  4. April 1st for May
  5. May 1st for June

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

  • Financial Assistance is available to JCCGW members. The deadline to apply for financial assistance is May 15, 2013.
  • A limited amount of scholarship funding is available and all monies are distributed on a first-come first-served basis. Please contact Stacy Katz Olivera at f you would like to receive an application.

REFUND/WITHDRAWL POLICY

  • If a child is withdrawn from the Kids After School Program after school begins, you will forfeit all advance payments and still be responsible for any past due balance. Please note: 30 days written notice is required for schedule changes.

I UNDERSTAND THAT:

  • Fees are calculated on an annual basis and divided evenly over ten months beginning August 1, 2013.Therefore, no fees or tuition will be prorated due to closings for any reason.
  • The program cannot take responsibility for closings necessitated because of health, safety, inclement weather, holidays, or any other emergency that may arise.
  • Child groupings, room staffing and programming may be adjusted due to group size.
  • Parents are responsible for returning all health, emergency and permission forms prior to August 1, 2013 in order for the child to attend the first day of the program.
  • Upon my child’s acceptance into the program, I give my permission for him/her to participate in all youth activities.
  • The JCC of Greater Washington may terminate my child’s enrollment in the program if:
  • ‘In the judgment of the Director and staff, the child’s behavior threatens the physical or mental health of other children in the program;
  • Tuition payments are delinquent by two (2) months. A $25 fee will be assessed for each credit card payment or EFT that is denied. It is my obligation to notify the JCCGW Accounting Office at 301.348.3724 or of any changes in my credit card or EFT account.
  • In the judgment of the Director and staff, the program does not meet the developmental needs of the child.
  • There is insufficient registration.
  • In registering my child(ren) in the Jewish Community Center of Greater Washington After School Programs, I agree to abide by the rules and regulations of the Center. I acknowledge that my family and child(ren) participate at their own risk and waive any and all rights and claims of any kind that I/we may have against the JCCGW as well as with employees and agents of the aforesaid for any and all damages, and injuries, whatsoever, which I/we may suffer in or incur in connection with my/our attendance or participation the JCCGW After School Programs or in connection with my/our use of the facilities or programs of the JCCGW. Notwithstanding anything contained herein to the contrary, nothing in this agreement shall be deemed to release the JCCGW from any intentional torts and/or claims of negligence arising from the attendance or participation of my/our child(ren) in JCCGW After School Programs.

Terms of Enrollment Continued

Health

I understand and accept the Health Policy for After School and Kid Koverage programs affiliated with the Jewish Community Center of Greater Washington JCC. I am aware that, by not adhering to the policy, I might jeopardize my child’s place in the program.

Photographic Release

I hereby grant permission for the use of individual and/or group activity photographs of the aforementioned registrant, and, without limitation, for the use of such pictures and/or stories in connection with JCC purposes. The Jewish Community Center is released from any claims whatever that may arise in said regard.

Permission to Change Clothing

I give my permission for staff to change or help change my child’s clothes. I understand that the staff is not responsible for training my child to use the toilet. I further understand that if my child is trained that should my child have a toileting accident the staff will do their best to help my child clean his/herself, and change clothing as necessary. I understand that such accidents may result in my child wearing clean clothes from the communal basket.

Swimming

I give my permission for my child to participate in swim activities in the JCC pool. A swim assessment will be administered to each child prior to their going in the pool.

Field Trips

I give permission for my son/daughter to attend activities away from the JCCGW building. I understand that the JCCGW will provide supervision on all trips taken with his/her group and that the JCC will make every reasonable effort to ensure the safety of all participants. I am also aware that the JCCGW cannot assume responsibility for any accident or illness going to, from or during the trip, and therefore release the JCCGW and its agents, servants and employees from any liability for any injury or illness to my son/daughter.

Babysitting

If I choose to hire a member of the after school staff for personal baby-sitting or childcare, outside of program hours and activities, I acknowledge and understand that the JCCGW has no liability for any injury caused to my child while in the care or custody of the staff person for such services nor does the JCCGW have any indemnification obligation to me in that regard. I hereby hold the JCCGW, harmless and waive any and all claims or causes of action against the JCCGW due to any physical or other injury sustained as a result of any JCCGW staff person driving my child home or accompanying my child in these circumstances.

I have read and agree to abide by the above terms:

I have NOT read but agree to abide by the above terms:

Parent(s) Signature Date

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