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Application Packet2024-2025
WELCOME TO THE HPUMC DAY SCHOOL!The HPUMC Day School is a ministry of Highland Park United Methodist Church dedicated to providing earlychildhood care and education in a Christian environment that focuses on developing the whole child. Webelieve that with a strong foundation, each child will grow into the person God created him or her to be. Thechild’s spiritual, intellectual, emotional, physical, social and aesthetic growth is nurtured through activitiesthat meet the highest standards of early childhood education.Our Christ-centered program, supported by the congregation of Highland Park United Methodist Church,accepts children without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin and does not discriminate on thebasis of these factors in the administration of its policies, hiring or admissions.PROGRAMSAPPLICATION PACKET 2024-2025 | PAGE 1
ALL DAYThe All Day program begins the school year on the fourth Monday and operates through the third week ofAugust the next calendar year. The All Day program is available from 7:30 am - 6:00 pm, Monday - Friday.The All Day program is closed approximately 20 Federal and Church Holidays and at least four teacherin-service days per year. These 20 days include a two-week break around the Christmas/New Year’s Holiday inconjunction with the Highland Park Independent School District (HPISD).AGE AS OF SEPTEMBER 1, 2024: 6 WEEKS - 5 YEARSMonday - Friday | 7:30 am - 6:00 pmHALF DAYThe Half Day program also begins the school year on the fourth Monday and operates through the third weekof May. The daily schedule depends on the age/class of the children. Half Day classes are also closed for theFederal and Church Holidays as outlined above, including two weeks at Christmas, as well as one week ofSpring Break in March in conjunction with the Highland Park Independent School District (HPISD).AGE AS OF SEPTEMBER 1, 2024: 2-4 years (see page 7 for age requirements)Tues./Thurs., Mon./Wed./Fri., & Monday - Friday (varies by age)8:45 - 11:45 am with optional Stay-and-Play Monday - Thursday until 2:00 pmAGE AS OF SEPTEMBER 1, 2024: 5 YEARS - BRIDGE TO KINDERGARTENMonday - Friday | 8:45 am - 2:00 pmHD BRIDGE TO KINDERGARTEN | OPTIONSAVAILABLE FOR ADDITIONAL FEES● Early Bird | 7:30 am - 8:45am● Extended Day | 2:00pm -6:00 pm● Spring Break 2025● Summer 2025REGISTRATIONAPPLICATION PACKET 2024-2025 | PAGE 2
REGISTRATION TIMELINE 2024-2025 SCHOOL YEARDecember 1, 2023Registration begins; tour schedule available for new familiesDecember 31, 2023 Registration deadline for families currently enrolled.Placement is guaranteed for children currently in the programONLY if forms are submitted and enrollment fees are paid by thisdate.January 20, 2024 Deadline for new applicationsFebruary 2024 Letters of acceptance or waitlist placement mailed to all familiesFebruary 16, 2024 Deadline for payment of non-refundable enrollment fee for all new familiesAll Day Families: August 2025 tuition deposit for new all-day children due tohold place for 2024-2025.Half Day Families: Fall 2024 semester tuition due to hold place for2024-2025.Class placement, which occurs in the summer, is made with careful consideration given to the child’s learningstyle, gender balance, teaching style, class group dynamics, and emotional-social development. Requests forspecific teachers are accepted and taken into consideration but are not guaranteed.GENERAL INFOAPPLICATION PACKET 2024-2025 | PAGE 3
CURRICULUM AND PROGRAMSA DEVELOPMENTALLY APPROPRIATE ENVIRONMENT● Because children learn most eectively in a play-oriented environment, each classroom provides a placethat is both safe and developmentally appropriate for the age of the children.● Teachers plan daily experiences by using their knowledge of child development to meet the needs ofa variety of temperaments and learning styles.● Activities and materials are designed for specific age groups.● Topics for each class are those which hold meaning for the child in his/her daily living and whichincorporate behavioral and educational goals for each child.● As children mature, the classes add more structured dimensions to assure school readiness, includingactivities in math, science, language and literacy, fine and gross motor skills, computer activities, artprojects, and cooperative play.● Refer to HPUMC Day School Curriculum Guide for more information.● We work closely with each family to ensure a child’s success in development and learning. When we determinethat additional support services are needed beyond what we are equipped to provide, we will partner with parentsto identify resources with the goal of keeping children enrolled and meeting their individual needs. Continuedenrollment in the Day School could become dependent upon the willingness of the family to engage and pay forthese services.ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS● Enrichment activities oered at no additional cost include music, physical fitness, and Spiritual education,depending on the age and program in which the child is enrolled.● All Day students, depending on their age, and Half Day students, who are enrolled in Stay and Play, havethe option to take an afternoon dance class for an additional charge.● These special classes vary from year to year and will be publicized at the beginning of the year.● Speech screening and therapy are also oered by a licensed speech therapist for an additional charge. Alicensed family counselor is also available.CELEBRATIONThe cornerstone of our life together is weekly worship in Wesley Hall. Each class from age two throughfive years spends time worshiping God through song, prayer, beginning lessons in spiritual formation andBible stories. Families are welcome to join us, especially for Family Celebration worship services held twotimes per year, as we begin to understand how “God loves me and God loves everyone!”APPLICATION PACKET 2024-2025 | PAGE 4
ALL DAY TUITIONALL DAY CLASSES TUITION & FEES (SEPTEMBER - AUGUST)● All new students pay a $100 application fee in addition to the total listed below.● For new children enrolling, the tuition payment for August 2025 is due when the enrollment position isaccepted by the family. This is a tuition deposit to reserve the enrollment space and is non-refundable ifenrollment is withdrawn prior to August 2025.INFANTS (6 WEEKS - 10 MOS.)Enrollment Fee: $500 | Tuition Monthly: $2,050 | Annual Total: $25,100TODDLERS (10 - 23 MONTHS)Enrollment Fee: $500 | Tuition Monthly: $1,950 | Annual Total: $23,900TWOS (TWO BY SEPTEMBER 1, 2024)Enrollment Fee: $500 | Tuition Monthly: $1,800 | Annual Total: $22,100THREES (THREE BY SEPTEMBER 1, 2024)Enrollment Fee: $500 | Tuition Monthly: $1,675 | Annual Total: $20,600FOURS (FOUR BY SEPTEMBER 1, 2024)Enrollment Fee: $500 | Tuition Monthly: $1,525 | Annual Total: $18,800BRIDGE TO KINDERGARTEN (FIVE BY SEPTEMBER 1, 2024)Enrollment Fee: $500 | Tuition Monthly: $1,600 | Annual Total: $19,700APPLICATION PACKET 2024-2025 | PAGE 5
ALL DAY CLASSES TUITION POLICIESRead the following policies carefully. It is the parent’s responsibility to read and understandpayment due dates, withdrawal notification requirements, and refund policies.● All new children joining the program will pay August 2025 tuition as a deposit, which is due byFebruary 16, 2024 to reserve enrollment. This deposit is non-refundable if there is an earlywithdrawal.● Tuition for All Day Classes is due on the first of each month and is non-refundable. Tuition isnot prorated for partial months.● All application and enrollment fees are non-refundable.● A late fee of $25 is added if payment is not received by the 5th of the month.● Day School tuition payments and other fees are processed using our automated system inBrightwheel. All families are required to set up payment information in Brightwheel using bankaccount or credit card information.● No refunds will be made if the school is closed due to unavoidable circumstances such as badweather, building maintenance issues, or area conflicts.● Parents can view their account balance, payment ledger, and contact information in the Brightwheelapp or on the Brightwheel website after logging onto their account.● Tuition assistance for families experiencing financial hardship is available through the Allison AnneHerrin Memorial Fund. Contact the Day School Director for information and a confidentialapplication form.● Recruiting/hiring current Day School Teachers and Sta for employment in your household that wouldresult in their resignation from HPUMC Day School is a conflict of interest. By enrolling your child in ourschool, you are agreeing to refrain from this type of activity. A finder’s fee of $10,000 will be assessedand enrollment will be terminated if failure to comply.WITHDRAWAL NOTICE POLICY● Parents who wish to withdraw enrollment need to notify the Day School Director in writing at least30 days prior to the child’s last day of attendance.● Children who are enrolled in All Day Fours and All Day Bridge, who will be leaving for Kindergarten,are enrolled until the last day of school in August. Parents who wish to withdraw earlier in thesummer must provide at least 60 days written notice.● The final month of tuition is not prorated, regardless of when notice is given. (Example: notice givenon June 10 will require full tuition payment for July. The last eligible day for attendance will be July31.)APPLICATION PACKET 2024-2025 | PAGE 6
HALF DAY PROGRAM TUITION & FEES (SEPTEMBER - MAY)All new students pay a $100 application fee in addition to the fees listed below.Twos (two by September 1, 2024) Mon./Wed./Fri. | 8:45 - 11:45 amEnrollment Fee: $500 | Semester Tuition: $3,200 | Annual Total: $6,900Twos (two by September 1, 2024) Tues./Thurs. | 8:45 - 11:45 amEnrollment Fee: $500 | Semester Tuition: $2,525 | Annual Total: $5,550Threes (three by September 1, 2024) Mon./Wed./Fri. | 8:45 - 11:45 amEnrollment Fee: $500 | Semester Tuition: $3,050 | Annual Total: $6,600Threes (three by September 1, 2024) Monday - Friday | 8:45 - 11:45 amEnrollment Fee: $500 | Semester Tuition: $3,750 | Annual Total: $8,000Fours (four by September 1, 2024) Monday - Friday | 8:45 - 11:45 amEnrollment Fee: $500 | Semester Tuition: $3,800 | Annual Total: $8,100Bridge to Kindergarten (five by September 1, 2024)Monday - Friday | 8:45 am - 2:00 pmEnrollment Fee: $500 | Semester Tuition: $5,475 | Annual Total: $11,450Add-on options:Stay and Play Mon./Tues./Wed./Thurs. | 11:45 am - 2:00 pm $500 per day per semester.Bridge to Kindergarten:Early Birds (7:30-8:45am) $550 per semesterExtended Day (7:30-8:45am & 2:00-4:00pm) $1,500 per semesterSpring Break Week (8:45am-2:00pm) $500Summer $1600 per monthSummer Camps: Parents register beginning March 1 for Summer Camps held in June and July.$300 per weekAPPLICATION PACKET 2024-2025 | PAGE 7
HALF DAY CLASSES TUITION POLICIESRead the following policies carefully. It is the parent’s responsibility to read andunderstand payment due dates, withdrawal notification requirements, and refundpolicies.● Tuition for Half Day Classes is due on February 16, 2024 for fall 2024 semester, and August 1, 2024 forspring 2025 semester.● A $25 late fee per month is added after February 16 and August 1.● All application and enrollment fees are non-refundable.● Enrollment schedules are set. There are no substitutions for days missed.● Should you decide to enroll and Stay and Play after the semester has begun, please consult the oce foravailability and rates.● Day School tuition payments and other fees are processed using our automated system inBrightwheel. All families are required to set up payment information in Brightwheel using bankaccount or credit card information.● No refunds will be made if the school is closed to unavoidable circumstances such as bad weather,building maintenance issues or area conflicts.● Parents can view their account balance, payment ledger, and contact information in the Brightwheelapp or on the Brightwheel website after logging onto their account.● Tuition assistance for families experiencing financial hardship is available through the Allison AnneHerrin Memorial Fund. Contact the Day School Director for information and a confidential applicationform.● Recruiting/hiring current Day School Teachers and Sta for employment in your household that wouldresult in their resignation from HPUMC Day School is a conflict of interest. By enrolling your child in ourschool, you are agreeing to refrain from this type of activity. A finder’s fee of $10,000 will be assessedand enrollment will be terminated if failure to comply.REFUND POLICY● Half Day tuition paid in advance for the upcoming school year will be eligible for a refund (i) if suchrequest is made in writing on or before March 31, 2024, and (ii) if HPUMC Day School is able to meetcapacity for that age group by the start of the upcoming school year (September 1). Refundsrequested after March 31, 2024 will not be granted for any reason.APPLICATION PACKET 2024-2025 | PAGE 8
2024-2025 TENTATIVE SCHEDULE & SCHOOL YEARThese dates are tentative; please check with the Day School newsletter, website, and postedcalendars for the most up-to date schedule.August 21-23, 2024 Closed for Teacher In-service (3 days)August 26, 2024 First day of classes for Fall 2024September 2, 2024 Closed for Labor DayNovember 20-22, 2024 Closed for ThanksgivingDecember 18-31, 2024 Closed for Christmas BreakJanuary 1, 2025 Closed for New Year’sJanuary 2, 2025 First day of classes for Spring 2025January 20, 2025 Closed for Martin Luther King, Jr. observanceFebruary 17, 2025 Closed for in-service training (Presidents’ Day)March 2025 Spring break for Half Day classes TBDApril 21, 2025 Closed for Easter MondayMay 16, 2025 Last day of classes for Half Day classesMay 26, 2025 Closed for Memorial DayJuly 4, 2025 Closed for Independence DayAugust 2025 Teacher In-service (3 days) TBDDay School Sta Meetings will be scheduled during the year, and will alternate between early morning(7:30-9:00am) and late afternoon (4:30-6:00pm). Classes will open late or have early release on thosedays. A schedule of these dates will be given to parents at the beginning of the school year. Please markthese dates on your calendar. Parents who do not pick up by 4:30 on early release days will be charged a$100 fee per child.CONTACTSAPPLICATION PACKET 2024-2025 | PAGE 9
DAY SCHOOL OFFICE214.523.2285AMY LAWSON, DIRECTOR OF DAY SCHOOLlawsona@hpumc.org214.523.2251PAULA MORRIS, ASSISTANT DIRECTORResponsible for Infants, Toddlers, Twosmorrisp@hpumc.org214.523.2220ERIKA HAUKNESS, ASSISTANT DIRECTORResponsible for PreK 3’s, PreK 4’s, B2Khauknesse@hpumc.org214.523.2252JESSICA FRANK, OFFICE & STAFFING MANAGERfrankj@hpumc.org214.523.2171BARB WYNN, RELATIONSHIPS & RESOURCES MANAGERwynnb@hpumc.org214.523.2178APPLICATION PACKET 2024-2025 | PAGE 10
ADDITIONAL PROGRAM INFORMATIONBRIGHTWHEELHPUMC Day School utilizes Brightwheel for parent engagement, billing, enrollment forms, anddaily communications between school and home. Parents will receive an invitation code toaccess each child’s daily feed (live updates) prior to the first day of attendance.The following are available to parents in both the Brightwheel App and on the Day SchoolWebsite.● PARENT HANDBOOK● CURRICULUM GUIDE● WEEKLY LESSON PLANS● SCHOOL MENU● SCHOOL CALENDAR● TEACHER BIOS● CELEBRATION & SPECIALS CLASS INFORMATIONDAY SCHOOL WEBSITE http://hpumcdayschool.orgAPPLICATION PACKET 2024-2025 | PAGE 11