Extended Day Program
EDP supports the needs of families by providing an environment that is warm and nurturing and where children have fun, relax, learn, and spend time with friends. The program will be consistent with the Touchstone philosophy and meet nationally recognized standards for school-age child care.
Hours of operation
EDP is open from 7:45 to 8:15 a.m. and 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. on all regular school days. In addition, EDP is open 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Curriculum days and Parent/Teacher Conference days, for which advance registration for either 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. or 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. is required. Early morning EDP (7:45 – 8:30 a.m.) is also an available option for curriculum days and vacation coverage. It is a drop-in only option, requires no registration, and the cost is $5.00.
Closures
EDP is not offered before the week of the first day of classes. EDP is closed for some holidays and on all snow days; it is also closed when school is in session for a half day. EDP is not offered after the final day of classes.
Should we determine during the school day that EDP must be canceled or must close before 6:00 p.m., we will contact a parent of each student as early as possible to notify you and assist in making plans for pick-up. These situations are rare, but usually involve dangerous weather and/or driving conditions. It’s a good idea to have back-up plans for picking up your children in such instances.
If there is a delayed opening, before school care is not available. Students should not be dropped off any earlier than 15 minutes prior to the announced start time.
Registration (click for forms)
Registration is done through contracts or on a monthly basis. Contracts and monthly sign up forms are available to families in August, either in the school office or on the web site. EDP offers lower rates for parents who register in advance, or use a contract, since this helps us plan ahead and insures a higher quality program.
Fees for 2011-12
| Times | Advance Registration | Drop-In Registration* | Contract Rates |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3:00 – 6:00 | $19.00 | $26.00 | $17.00 |
| 8:30 – 3:00 | $35.00 | $45.00 | $35.00 |
| 8:30 – 6:00 | $50.00 | $61.00 | $35.00 |
| *Rec’d less than two school days |
Before school care is $5.00. The bridge fee is $5.00 per hour.
Free EDP is offered to children when the parent is here volunteering.
Conference rate is $5.00 per family during conference times. Please note: use of EDP beyond conference times will be billed at regular EDP rates.