Before & After Care

If you are planning to use our BEFORE SCHOOL PROGRAM please fill out the bottom portion of this form and return to the school office as soon as possible.

Child’s Name: ___________________________________________________ Grade: ________

Address: ___________________________________________ City, State: _________________

Please send your children in with a book to read or a coloring book and crayons to use in the morning.

PURPOSE OF PROGRAM

To provide an affordable program for working families under the guidance and direction of St. Joseph staff member.

PROGRAM DIRECTOR

Mrs. Joann Abello will plan, schedule and organize daily activities of adults and students. Registration, filling and parent communication will be carried out by the director.

ASSISTANTS

A teaching staff member of St. Joseph School and aides will assist in the implementation of daily activities.

ATTENDANCE

Only children who are in school during the day may attend the After-School Program on that same day. Exceptions to this must be pre-arranged with Mrs. Abello.

SIGN-IN

The designated staff members take roll at the beginning of the After School program.

SIGN OUT

Parents or guardians are required to come into the building for the student. The parent or guardian should check the student’s name, sign the attendance form and mark the time of departure.

GRADES 6 – 8

Students in these grades may walk or ride a bicycle home only with written parental permission.

PROGRAM ELIGIBILITY

Only students enrolled in St. Joseph Parish School are eligible.

DISMISSAL

Dismissal of a student from the program can occur at any time during the year for lack of cooperation, for disruptive behavior, or for lack of payment. (see parent handbook)

PROGRAM HOURS

The After School program will begin on Monday, the first FULL day of school and end on the last FULL day of school. The program will run daily from 2:00 to 6:00pm. On ½ days from 12:00 to 6:00pm.

This program will only be available on days when school is in session. If St. Joseph School is closed for a holy day, holiday, snow day or other emergency, our program will also be closed.

Parents,

Please have an alternative plan set in place in advance for unscheduled closings and unscheduled early dismissals due to severe weather and emergencies. The person used for unscheduled closings, would also be used for unscheduled early dismissals. For delayed opening days – NO morning care available.

PROGRAM ACTIVITIES

Activities will be planned and supervised for each day and will include:
Extended care for younger ones
Snack time
Outdoor play (weather permitting); individual or small group play, organized games.
Indoor activities – individual or group games, coloring, puzzles, VCR viewing (suitable for children) enrichment activities, projects, creative activities appropriate to grade level.
Homework assistance

PARENT RESPONSIBILITY

Sneakers must be worn during play activity. Children may bring clothing to change.
Snacks must be brought from home for the program.
Lunch and snacks must be brought from home on all days – especially on 1/2 days
Provide the staff with pertinent information and a phone number to reach you at all times.
Supply an emergency name and number.
Be prompt in picking up your child.
All bills must be paid on time.
Late fee of $10 for each 15 minutes after 6:00pm
Labeling of clothing, lunch boxes, other personal items

FEE SCHEDULE

Fees for the first week must be paid upon registration. Checks are to be made out to St. Joseph School. Fees thereafter are due the Monday of that particular week or the day of service if it is daily or irregular participation.

YOU MAY CONTACT US AT SCHOOL DURING THE PROGRAM

AT 732-541-9848 or 609-752-6245

□ Yes, I have read the information and I understand and accept the conditions outlined.

Relationship to student: ______________________________ Date: ___________________

Phone numbers you can be reached at all times: Business: ________________________

□ Yes, I give my permission for student in Grade 6-8 to walk or bike home.

Parent Signature: ________________________________________________________________

PLEASE NOTE: If the bottom is not filled in, the registration will not be accepted.

☻Name ________________________________Relationship_____________________________

Phone_________________________________ Cell ____________________________________

☻Name _________________________________Relationship____________________________

Phone_________________________________ Cell ____________________________________

☻Name _________________________________Relationship____________________________

Phone_________________________________ Cell ____________________________________

I am aware that until the staff become familiar with the person picking up my child,

Signature of person completing this form.___________________________________________

Weekly (this includes ½ days and daily fees that include all aspects of the program: activities, enrichment, snack time and homework assistance.

You may enroll your child in the AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM on an as needed basis, a few days a week, one day per week, or every day that school is in session.

The only requirement is that all paperwork with the necessary information b completed prior to the first day your child uses the program, and the school office is notified that your child will be in the program that particular day,

If you consider using this service, please complete the attached sheet and return the completed form to school. If you do not need the services immediately, hold this form until necessary.

06/03/10

Before & After Care

Before Care