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The Half Day Ministry offers many different activities in the classroom. Some activities include centers (writing, reading, home living, manipulative's, water/texture tub, and many more). This gives the children different things to explore and learn. They have freedom to choose which center to explore, which allows them to learn independence. The teacher uses structure in the daily planning so that all areas of the classroom are implemented.
There are group activities such as circle time, crafts, chapel, music, Spanish, etc. And then there is individual time such as one on one or small group activities. The children have free play time outside on the playground or indoor family center, as well as in the classroom.
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Entrance Requirements
We consider the following criteria when enrolling and assigning a child to a classroom either for first-time enrollment or re-enrollment:
* Family assessment of the development level of the child
* Staff's assessment of the development level of the child
* Age of the child
* Availability of space
All registration forms must be completed prior to attendance. All deposits, tuition payments, and fees must be paid in full prior to attendance.
Registration
Registration Term begins March 1st for half day students, and upon enrollment and ends at end of term.
The registration fees pay for consumable supplies for the classroom during the year, field trips, and programs that are presented by outside resources.
When a class is filled, a waiting list will be established. Children in the half day program are in classes based on their age by September 1st of the current school year.
* Please note a child must be fully potty trained before entering a 3 year old class.
Tuition
Monthly tuition is due the first day of school of each month from August through May. A late fee of $10.00 will be charged if payment is received after the 10th of the month. There is no refund of tuition due to absence. In the case of an extended absence, tuition must be paid in full in order to hold the child's place in the class or child will be removed from class roster. It is expected that parents will honor the terms of enrollment unless a move from the city or some unusual circumstances makes it necessary to dissolve the contract. There is a $5.00 reduction of tuition for the second child if a family has two children enrolled in the half-day program at the same time. You may place your tuition payment into the tuition box located outside the Director's office. If a check is returned, you will be responsible for the bank charges, as well as a $15.00 returned check fee from us. Cash payments will be required after any returned checks. A receipt will be furnished upon request in the case of a cash payment where receipts are given automatically.
Registration Fees:
Three hour program (9:30 to 12:30) Four hour program (9:30 to 1:30)
2 day - $120 1/2 fee $60 5 day - $210 1/2 fee $110
3 day - $135 1/2 fee $67.50
4 day - $160 1/2 fee $80
FOR 4's ONLY -- The September tuition for Fall 2010 is due by May 15,2010 for pre-k 4's classes or Transitional Kindergarten ONLY.
Withdrawal
Withdrawal notice or changes in your child's enrollment need to be made in writing at least two weeks in advance. Otherwise a fee of $25.00 will be assessed if we are not notified of any changes in writing at least two weeks in advance.
Hours of Operation
Monday through Friday from 9:30 am until 12:30 pm.
If your child is enrolled in the Lunch Box Buddy session the hours are 9:30 am until 1:30 pm.
Inclement Weather
When Gwinnett County Schools close due to severe weather or circumstances, KCLC closes also. If this occurs during the school day, parents are responsible for picking children up from school. IF severe weather prevents us from or delays our opening, information may be obtained by calling our voice mail system at 770-339-7386. If severe weather occurs during the program hours, our staff will follow emergency procedures. Should a disaster of any kind occur during program hours rendering our facility unusable, our primary Place of Refuge will be at Langley Academy (across the street).
Holidays
The half-day program follows the Gwinnett County School calendar.
KCLC will be closed for the following holidays:
New Year's Eve (close at 1:00 pm)
New Year's Day
Memorial Day
4th of July
Labor Day
Thanksgiving Day
The Day after Thanksgiving
Christmas Eve (close at 1:00 pm)
Christmas Day
The Day after Christmas
Child Assist Service -- Half Day Students
Our "Child Assist Service" is available for your convenience to help get your child to the classroom. You will be given a color-coded sign for your car to be used at drop-off and pick-up times. Please place the sign in your passenger-side dash. Beginning at 9:25 am, there will be a staff person stationed outside to receive your child. That person will open and close car doors, and the children will be assisted to their classroom by staff in the building. Teachers will greet children at the classroom doors. Please give last-minute instructions and kisses before reaching the drop-off point.
If you are later than 9:40 am in dropping off your child, you MUST escort them into the building and to their classroom. NEVER drop off a child unless a staff member is present outside.
Dismissal will begin at 12:25 pm and KCLC personnel will again assist your child to your car. If you are later than 12:40 pm picking up your child, you MUST come into the building for them.
We ask all parents to check seats or belts for secure fastening. KCLC will not be held responsible for children who are not safely buckled in their seat.
Car Pool
Parents are responsible for setting up their own car pools and notifying the Director in writing of the arrangement. You must send a written note to KCLC if another child is coming home with your child or your child is going to a friend's home. No child will be allowed to go with an adult unless that adults name is on the Emergency Information Card in the KCLC office. Please come by the KCLC office to confirm or add a name.
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