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New Family Orientation

Welcome to North Wall Schools! We are happy to have you as a part of the North Wall “family”. Our goal for this orientation is to make sure there are no gaps in communication about our philosophy, goals, policies, and procedures. This information may be obtained through reading the New Parent Handbook and/or discussing your questions with the Director and/or your child’s teacher. Please check off (X) the items that you feel you understand and put a question mark (?) by any items you wish to discuss further. Another objective of this orientation is to begin open communication that we hope will continue the entire time your child is at our school. Thank you for your time and caring!


Child's Name: *
Parent's Name: *
PHILOSOPHY: I understand the philosophy of North Wall is to educate and care for the whole child and to show each child unconditional love. *
 Y
 N
I understand that I will be given a written assessment of my child’s development in Nov., Feb., and May and a picture portfolio in June. Assessments are confidential and only shared with other professionals following written authorization of parent. *
 Y
 N
I understand that my child is a unique individual and although he/she will be exposed to many concepts, North Wall does not guarantee a set amount of knowledge acquired by the end of the school year. *
 Y
 N
I understand that the desired outcome for the children and families who attend North Wall to be positive members of our community and to become well-educated and loving members of the world community. *
 Y
 N
Information about my child& information about progress and/or behavior is kept confidential. Teachers only discuss developmental & behavioral issues privately with the family during an arranged conference, not on a daily basis in the classroom. *
 Y
 N
PHOTOS:I understand that if I have not signed the photo-release permission form, my child will not receive a picture at the end of the school year. However, the portfolio fee will be refunded to me. *
 X
 ?
HEALTH & SAFETY: I understand that I must have documentation or a current health assessment for my child on file at North Wall Schools. *
 X
 ?
I understand that North Wall is a nut free environment and will eliminate any nut products from snacks and lunches. *
 X
 ?
I understand that I may not bring my child to school when sick and that I will be asked to pick up my child as soon as possible (within one hour) if he/she gets sick at school (fever, diarrhea, vomiting, or contagious illness). *
 X
 ?
I understand that if my child is sent home from school for illness he/she may not return before 24 hours. When the child returns to school he/she must also be symptom free unless a note from a physician specifically stating the child is “not contagious”. *
 X
 ?
I understand that if my child is sent home for extreme behavioral issues, he/she may not return for 24 hours. *
 X
 ?
I understand that North Wall may not administer prescription to my child without written permission. *
 X
 ?
I understand that I will be given a written report of any minor injuries, medication, and I will be contacted by phone, if possible, for any major injury that occurs at school. *
 X
 ?
I understand I am expected to explain to the school any injuries that have occurred at home. *
 X
 ?
I understand that if my child is under 5 years of age and attends an all day program, he/she will be given a short rest time, and I will provide a sheet and blanket and launder it weekly. *
 X
 ?
I understand that I am expected to provide my child a sack lunch daily (meeting all licensing requirements) if he/she is in an all day program and will be asked to provide a snack for his/her class occasionally. *
 X
 ?
I am aware of where to find the North Wall Snack menu and will take the responsibility of informing North Wall of any allergies my child has. *
 X
 ?
I understand that it is my responsibility to inform the school of any changes at home that might affect my child at school, i.e. potty training, parental absence, etc. *
 X
 ?
have received and read the Disaster Preparation Plan outline. *
 X
 ?
SCHEDULE: I am aware of my child's daily schedule and know where the daily activities are posted. *
 X
 ?
I will be consulted before any major changes that affect my child are made, such as changes in room, teacher, or special services. *
 X
 ?
I am aware of which days my child’s class is closed. *
 X
 ?
REGISTRATION:I am aware that I need to re-register my child each year in March for the following school year which goes from mid-June to mid-June (exceptions are AM Preschool classes which run from September to mid-June.) *
 X
 ?
I am aware that if my child is in the K-6 Elementary Program he/she may have the option of registering for Summer Enrichment which includes academics and weekly field trips plus optional swim lessons. *
 X
 ?
Before my child is moved from one class to another, I will be consulted and my child will be oriented to the new classroom and every effort will be made to provide continuity over time. *
 X
 ?
FEES:I have paid the annual registration fee and understand that this will hold a space for my child at NW for up to 2 weeks from the time the opening occurs before tuition begins. The registration fee is non-refundable. *
 X
 ?
I agree to pay the full monthly tuition by the 1st of each month and understand that I will be charged a late fee if I have not paid by the 5th. *
 X
 ?
I understand that my child will lose his/her place at North Wall if tuition plus late fee has not been paid by the 15th of the month. *
 X
 ?
I am aware that the hours North Wall is open are from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and I agree to pay a late pick up fee if my child has not been picked up by 5:30 p.m. *
 X
 ?
I have paid the enrollment fee and understand that it will be refunded to me only if I give 30 days notice when withdrawing my child from school. *
 X
 ?
If my child is in the AMPS or AMPK which is over at 11:30, I understand that I will be a charged $10 for extending the time scheduled up to 1 hour. I will be billed at the half day tuition rate for extending the time more than 1 hour. *
 X
 ?
ORIENTATION: I have visited North Wall and met my child’s teacher. *
 X
 ?
My child has visited his/her class and met his/her teacher. *
 X
 ?
Does he/she have any concerns or questions? *
If yes, please explain:
PARENT PARTICIPATION: I have turned in the Family Survey. *
 X
 ?
I am aware of a monthly Parent Newsletter. *
 X
 ?
I am aware of the class calendar. *
 X
 ?
I am aware of opportunities to volunteer at North Wall. North Wall Children’s Association (NWCA) is a separate non-profit organization run by parents and teachers. *
 X
 ?
I am interested in:
I am aware that I may visit North Wall at any time Monday - Friday 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. *
 X
 ?
I will accompany my child into a classroom with a teacher in it and sign in the time of arrival, in the Attendance Notebook. If my child’s teacher is not in the classroom, I will take my child to another classroom to be with another teacher temporarily. *
 X
 ?
I will call North Wall and inform the school if my child is absent. *
 X
 ?
I am aware that the administration and staff use a variety of techniques to negotiate difficulties. I will communicate individually with my child’s teacher or with the administration if I have concern. *
 X
 ?
I will provide the following for my child: disposable diapers, cream, prepared bottles, sippy cup (if needed): *
 Y
 N
fitted crib sheet, blanket, comfort item if needed (if napping): *
 Y
 N
a small picture of my child and family *
 Y
 N
sack lunch, if at North Wall all day: *
 Y
 N
snack for his/her class on assigned days: *
 Y
 N
complete change of clothing for my child and appropriate outdoor gear: *
 Y
 N
show and Share on assigned days: *
 Y
 N
bike/trike helmet (children 3 years old and older): *
 Y
 N