College for Kids Summer 2010 Policies

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Time:

Each session will meet 8:45 am – 4:00 pm. (With the exception of the 1st Grade ½ Day classes)

Location:

Classes will be held at HCC’s Main Campus. For class locations please see enclosed campus map or visit the HCC website and use our classroom locator for courses held on the main campus. (Go to www.hagerstowncc.edu – click on About HCC – Directions and Maps - Room Locator). At this same location, you will also find directions to HCC and the campus map. For your convenience, you will receive an additional classroom map one week prior to the class start date. Some classes will include field trips or require transportation to off-site locations. Transportation for field trips will be provided by the college and parents/guardians will be notified by permission slips.

Drop-off/Pick-Up Policy:

All parents/guardians are to bring their child to the classroom indicated on your registration confirmation letter. Classrooms will open at 8:45 am. Parents/Guardians are required to pick-up their children between 4:00 pm – 4:15 pm or for 1st grade 12:00 pm-12:15 pm. If a parent/guardian cannot pick up their child due to an emergency, it is an expectation they contact the Continuing Education Office at 301-790-2800, Ext. 236. The college reserves the right to charge a late fee for students picked up after 4:15 pm or 12:15 pm for ½ day programs.

Early Dismissal (Check-out by Parent/Guardian):

If a child needs to be picked up early, the instructor must receive a note stating the time of early checkout for the child. The note should be presented to the instructor in the morning.

College for Kids Instructors:

Instructors for HCC’s College for Kids Program are hired based upon skills, abilities, and appropriate background checks. Many of the instructors also teach for Washington County Board of Education or are trained professionals in the areas that they are teaching.

Dress:

Students need to dress in appropriate casual attire for classes in which they are enrolled. Inappropriate dress that is distracting to instruction will not be permitted. Children should wear sneakers or enclosed shoes. “Heelys” are prohibited.

College for Kids Web site:

For class listings, policies, directions, contact information, etc… visit our College for Kids Web site at www.hagerstowncc.edu/kids

Lunch:

Children may pack a lunch or may purchase lunch in the HCC Valley Eatery or HCC Hilltop Grill. (Items available for purchase may include, but not limited to: sandwiches, soups, salads, pizza, beverages, chips, snacks, etc… Average cost may range between $4.00 - $5.00). Vending machines are also available to students.

Materials for Classes:

Materials are provided as part of programming fees.

Personal Belongings:

Students are responsible for their belongings and should not bring valuable items. Please have belongings clearly labeled with child’s name.

Lost and Found:

Children’s possessions that are lost or found can be picked up in the Continuing Education Office located in the Career Programs Building, Room 221.

CFK Marketing/Promotions:

Children may be photographed or interviewed while attending College for Kids courses. These items may be used on promotional materials for future programming.

Medical Treatment Procedures:

The College for Kids Staff Member will inform parents if a child is injured. A parent/guardian or emergency contact person designated by the parent must be available by phone in case of an emergency. Parents should ensure that their child has personal medical coverage and accident insurance.

Medication:

HCC Staff are not authorized to administer any medication - prescription, non-prescription or over-the-counter - to students. If a student needs to take medication during class, an Authorization to Self-Medicate form provided and completed by your child’s physician must be on file with the HCC College for Kids office.

Special Accommodation:

HCC is committed to providing accessible education and a supportive learning environment for all students. To help us meet this goal, all students with disabilities who require special accommodations must notify The Office of Disability Services at 301-790-2800, Ext. 273. A meeting will then be arranged with the HCC Academic/Special Student Advisor. Arrangements need to be made no later than thirty days prior to the course. HCC does not provide personal medical assistants or care attendants.

Supervision and Safety:

Staff will take all reasonable measures to ensure the safety of the children in the College for Kids program and provide appropriate supervision at all times. It is essential that parents follow the established procedures for drop-off and pick-up of their children. All staff will wear identification badges at all times. Note: The College for Kids staff will provide a fun, relaxed and educational environment for the attendees. Students are expected to demonstrate appropriate behavior and to follow the directions of the College for Kids staff. Behavior such as: aggressiveness and anger, fighting, inappropriate touching, verbal abuse, a negative attitude, and insubordination towards staff will not be tolerated. Please see the Terms of Participation for more information.

Discipline Policy & Procedure:

The staff is knowledgeable about the traits and needs of school children and will attempt to diminish disruptive behavior by:

• Using preventive management techniques
• Encouraging self-discipline
• Stressing positive behaviors
• Establishing class rules and guidelines

Problem Management Procedures:

• Immediate behavioral problems will be addressed by the instructor
• Recurring behavioral problems will be referred to the Director of Continuing Education with a written explanation from the instructor. Parents will be notified about the problem.
• It is expected that children behave respectfully and do not engage in activities which are disruptive or may cause harm to themselves or others.
• The instructor will employ the previously mentioned classroom management techniques. However, should the behavior continue or be severe enough, dismissal from the program may occur.
• Refunds will not be granted if a student is dismissed from the College for Kids program due to disciplinary action.
• Automatic dismissal from this program may occur at the Director’s discretion depending upon the severity of the problem.

Forms:

See School Information, Terms of Participation, Medical and Emergency Contact Forms attached.

Campus Information:

The Continuing Education College for Kids Office is located in the Career Programs Building, Room 221.
If you need to reach a staff member or instructor, please call 301-790-2800, Ext. 236.

Theresa Shank, Dean of Continuing Education
Anne Myers, Program Manager
Jack Drooger, Program Manager