Registration Flyer And Enrollment Agreement

WHO ARE THE TEACHERS? Phyllis Bass teaches our Twos classes. She has been involved with EPCP since 1982 when both her sons attended the Preschool. Phyllis served on the board as Co-president and PCPO Representative. She began teaching here in 1988. Phyllis’ education includes two years of Liberal Arts courses with an emphasis in Psychology, at Wayne State University and Michigan State University. Phyllis’ education is supplemented with early childhood education workshops at LCC and U of O. She is a member of NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children). Shawna White teaches our Threes class. She has 10 years of experience in parent participation preschools (cooperatives), and she is a member of the NAEYC. Shawna started her teaching career as a parent at United Methodist Co-op Nursery School in Burlingame, CA with her first son in 1997. Shawna served on the parent board of directors as the Council Representative to the California Council of Parent Participation Nursery Schools. She went back to college in order to begin subbing in the Threes class, and then was a teacher's aide for a year. Shortly thereafter, she became the Three's teacher for several years. In addition to teaching the Threes class three times a week, she also taught the Toddler class twice a week.

Mary Walker teaches our Fours class. Both her daughter and son attended EPCP. Mary served in a number of different board positions while a parent of EPCP. Mary graduated from the University of Oregon with degrees in History and Education. Her professional history has included business management, special event planning and volunteer coordination. Mary is very active at the elementary schools her children now attend. EPCP teachers are members of the Oregon Association for the Education of Young Children (OAEYC) and continue their education by attending workshops and conferences through OAEYC, Parent-Child Preschools of Oregon (PCPO) and EC Cares (Early Childhood Coordination Agency for Referrals, Evaluations and Services in Lane County). Our teachers offer a unique perspective on our preschool since they have experienced the cooperative environment from both the teacher and parent aspect.

Eugene’s Parent-Child Preschool

! Developmental Program ! Cooperative Experience ! High Parental Involvement

1376 Olive Street Eugene, Oregon 97401 Eugene’s Parent-Child Preschool does not discriminate against students because of race, color, ethnic or national origin, gender, faith group, or physical or developmental disability. Students are admitted to all the programs and activities and availed all the rights and privileges generally accorded or made available to students at the school.

Membership Information: 984-5531 http://www.eugenepreschool.org

OUR MISSION The primary mission of Eugene’s Parent-Child Preschool is to encourage a lifelong love of learning by providing the best possible social and educational experience for children and their families within a caring community of its members. Regular and active parental participation in the preschool ensures that an atmosphere of love and caring surrounds our children’s growth and learning. Organizationally, the Preschool relies on the talents of its teachers and members for basic direction, fundraising, and special projects. The co-op offers parent education opportunities as well as mutual support from other parents.

OUR PROGRAM We offer a high quality social and learning experience for preschool children, and we are proud to offer a developmental, diversity-rich program. Our program centers on the individual child and strives to enhance positive self-esteem. We promote the concept that play and the freedom to explore provide the preschool child with the opportunity to develop emotionally, intellectually, physically, and socially. Learning and growth take place through selfdiscovery, self-directed, and sensory activities. Our teachers help each child learn self- discipline and responsibility for himself/herself, as well as essential communication skills. A safe and nurturing, and stimulating environment is provided to allow the children to discover their own unique qualities and those of others.

CLASS SCHEDULES Days:

Two’s Class

Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday

Time:

9:15 AM – 11:45 AM

Tuition:

$90.00 per month *

Enrollment:

Up to 12 children per class 4:1 student/teacher ratio

Days:

Three’s Class

Tuesday/Thursday/Friday

Time:

9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Tuition:

$110.00 per month *

Enrollment:

18 children per class 5:1 student/teacher ratio

Days:

Four’s Class

Monday/Wednesday/Friday

Time:

9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Tuition:

$110.00 per month *

Enrollment:

20 children per class 5:1 student/teacher ratio

There is a one-time $35.00 supply fee per child. A limited number of partial-tuition scholarships are available. Please call for information. * Tuition is subject to change. Please call for current rates.

WHAT IS A CO-OP? Parents at EPCP want to take an active role in their children's education. As parents, we share in the daily operation of the preschool, as well as participate in fundraising and decision-making. Parents assist the teachers in the classroom. Attendance at general meetings during the school year is also required. Limited participation slots are available for a higher monthly tuition. Please call for more details.

WHAT ABOUT FUNDRAISING? Each spring the Preschool parents present a children’s play and shadow puppet theater production for the community. Each co-op member is required to help with this production. All proceeds go directly back to the preschool, helping to maintain low tuition.

WHO RUNS

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SCHOOL?

The volunteer Board of Directors for Eugene’s Parent-Child Preschool is a group of elected and appointed members who provide guidance and make decisions for the preschool. Co-op parents are always welcome to attend the monthly board meetings.

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We encourage you and your child to visit us and explore the preschool. Please call to arrange a suitable day.

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$90 per month $110 per month $110 per month

Up to 12 Students (4:1 student/teacher) 18 Students (5:1 student/teacher) 20 Students (5:1 student/teacher)

Return to: VP of Membership – Eugene’s Parent-Child Preschool, 1376 Olive St., Eugene, OR 97401

Scholarships are available based on need for a $15 per month tuition reduction. Scholarship applications are confidential. Please contact the Vice President of Membership for more information.

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Does your child have special needs (including allergies) the teacher needs to be aware of?

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Emergency Contact (if a parent/guardian cannot be reached)

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Student Information

Current or Former Member

(see Enrollment Agreement)

Interested in Limited Participation

Enrollment Request: Twos Class Threes Class Fours Class

In order to reserve a place for your child, please return the completed registration form and enrollment agreement, and pay a $55 non-refundable registration fee.

SCHOOL YEAR 2009-2010

REGISTRATION FORM

Tuition: a. September and May tuition is due before the first day of school in September. From October to April, the monthly tuition fees are due on the first of each month. b. There is a ten-day grace period. A late fee of $1 per day after the 11th of the month is charged for late payments. Parent-Teacher: a. Parents are required to be a Parent-Teacher in their child’s classes the prescribed amount of time. Work schedules are completed in advance and allow for flexibility when necessary for illness or emergencies. b. You will work in your child’s classroom as a Parent-Teacher as follows, although the exact figure will vary depending on the actual enrollment: Twos: 1.5 times, unless enrollment is eight (8) or less students, then reduces to 1 time Threes: 2 times Fours: 2 times per month c. Limited Participation spaces are available to reduce the amount of days required as Parent-Teacher. i. Limited Participation spots cost more per month. Half limited or full limited options are available. There are a limited amount of Limited Participation spaces in each class. ii. All other EPCP responsibilities are required. iii. Members with two children enrolled in the Preschool have priority for Limited Participation. All other requests are accepted on date of request received (first received, first honored). d. Participate in one toy cleaning during the school year. Membership Meetings: a. One parent from the family attends all Membership meetings and trainings. There are seven meetings throughout the school year: Orientation, Parent-Teacher Training, Dress Rehearsal and four Membership Meetings. The parent serving as Parent-Teacher must be present at the Parent-Teacher Training. b. Childcare may be available at a reduced cost. Participate in the Children’s Theater Production and/or other fund raising projects. Complete an Oregon Department of Education Criminal History Background Check request form for everyone who will be a Parent-Teacher or drive to field trips. The results of the background check are confidential, and handled on a case-by-case basis. The Board of Directors will confidentially review any report of crime against a minor.

Return to: VP of Membership – Eugene’s Parent-Child Preschool, 1376 Olive St., Eugene, OR 97401

Signature _______________________________________________Date ______________________

I have read the above 2009-2010 preschool responsibilities for Eugene’s Parent-Child Preschool, and I understand the commitments I am making as a co-op parent.

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I agree to fulfill these obligations in order for the Preschool to function effectively and to benefit all those involved. I understand that failure to fulfill a responsibility may result in performing make-up work and / or a monetary fine. Continued inattention and / or lack of fulfilling preschool responsibilities may ultimately result in being dropped from enrollment.

SCHOOL YEAR 2009-2010

ENROLLMENT AGREEMENT