All Saints’ Episcopal Day School Parent Handbook Revised 2016 209 West 27th Street Austin, Texas 78705 (512) 472-8866 Fax (512) 477-5215 [email protected] School Mission The Mission of All Saints’ Episcopal Day School is to encourage spiritual, intellectual, emotional, physical, and social development in children through a nurturing and guiding relationship with teachers and family; and to provide a developmentally balanced curriculum that fosters a love of learning and a teaching of Christian values and traditions. All Saints’ Episcopal Day School admits any child, regardless of race, color, national, sexual orientation, or ethnic origin. All Saints’ Episcopal Day School admits every child so long as an appropriate curriculum can be provided and so that each child can reap the greatest benefit possible. All Saints’ Episcopal Day School is a school where parents and visitors are welcome. We believe that a quality environment for children is one, which not only permits, but also encourages parents’ consistent involvement. All visitors during school hours, including parents, must sign in at the School. Please see the Visitor Policy on page 4. CONTENTS Philosophy Statement ......................................................................................................................1 School Session & Hours..................................................................................................................2 Before and After School Care .........................................................................................................3 After School Enrichment.................................................................................................................3 Visitor Policy...................................................................................................................................4 Cell Phone Use Policy and Correspondence ...................................................................................4 Curriculum.......................................................................................................................................5 Enrichment ......................................................................................................................................6 Class Sizes .......................................................................................................................................7 Admissions and Class Placement ....................................................................................................7 Tuition Payment ..............................................................................................................................9 Withdrawal ......................................................................................................................................9 Tuition Assistance ...........................................................................................................................9 School Closing & Delays ..............................................................................................................10 Inclement Weather.....................................................................................................................10 Evacuation Procedure ................................................................................................................10 Drop Off & Late Pick-Up Procedures ...........................................................................................10 Health & Welfare & Safety ...........................................................................................................11 Immunizations............................................................................................................................11 When Your Child Should Stay Home........................................................................................11 Dispensing Medications Procedure............................................................................................11 Injury or Illness at School, Food Allergies ................................................................................12 Accident Report/Safety/Welfare................................................................................................12 Weapons & Smoking .................................................................................................................12 Asbestos .....................................................................................................................................13 Discipline & Behavior...................................................................................................................13 Parent/Teacher Communication/Grievances .................................................................................13 Parent Participation .......................................................................................................................14 Field Trips .....................................................................................................................................14 Parties and Birthday Celebrations .................................................................................................15 Preparing Your Child For School..................................................................................................16 Clothing/Backpacks/Labeling .......................................................................................................16 Food...............................................................................................................................................17 Toys ...............................................................................................................................................17 Fund-raising Events.......................................................................................................................17 Research ........................................................................................................................................17 Screenings......................................................................................................................................18 Solicitations ...................................................................................................................................18 Amendments..................................................................................................................................18 Appendix .......................................................................................................................................19 Discipline and Guidance................................................................................................................20 Animals at School, Water Activities/Pest Control ........................................................................21 Classroom Party Suggestions...…………......................................................................................22 PHILOSOPHY AND GOALS WE VALUE AN EDUCATIONAL ENVIRONMENT THAT • offers a traditional balanced curriculum • incorporates innovative learning activities within a structured environment • challenges and motivates students to learn • prepares students for success in all area schools • includes regular Episcopal Chapel services WE VALUE A STUDENT-CENTERED PROGRAM THAT • accommodates a variety of learning styles • encourages independence and responsibility • respects, supports, and nurtures each child • recommends appropriate educational options when necessary WE VALUE SPIRITUALITY THAT • accepts each person as a unique child of God • develops self discipline, responsibility, and integrity • encourages service to others and recognizes those less fortunate WE VALUE A DIVERSE COMMUNITY THAT • includes many races and creeds • provides for economic diversity • fosters open communication 1 SCHOOL SESSION AND HOURS The school year runs from late August to mid-May. See the attached calendar for the current school year. The School will maintain a sign-in and sign-out log for each child coming and going from the School throughout the day. Class Hours Orange Room Yellow Room Green Room (Pre-KII/Kindergarten) (Pre-K) (Pre-K) 8:45am - 1:45pm 8:45am - 1:45pm 8:45am - 1:45pm Monday - Friday Monday - Friday Monday - Friday Red and Blue Door Rooms (Three Year Olds) Half Day 8:45am - 11:45am (M – F only) Full Day 8:45am – 1:45pm Monday, Wednesday, Thursday OR Monday - Friday Optional Extended Hours Before School Care After School Care Optional extended hours 7:45am - 8:45am 11:45am – 1:45 (3’s) may also be selected on an Monday - Friday 1:45pm - 5:30pm (all) as needed or drop-in basis. Monday - Friday Students must be securely buckled in their seats before the driver pulls away from the curb. Arrival Pick-up Arrival for all Classes 3’s Classes, Half Day 11:45am 8:45am - 9:00am All other Classes 1:45pm After School Care 5:30pm A late pick-up fee of $10 for the first 10 minutes will be assessed to any parent picking up his/her child after the 11:45am, 1:45pm, and 5:30pm scheduled times. 2 BEFORE AND AFTER-SCHOOL CARE Additional classes offered for all students consist of Before School Care and After School Care. BEFORE SCHOOL CARE is offered from 7:45 am to 8:45 am. Children must be brought onto the playground and signed in by either the child’s parent or the Staff on duty. All ages of children will be grouped together during this program. In the event of inclement