RELEASE OF LIABILITY
My child(ren) has/have my permission to participate in all scheduled and unscheduled program activities and events at or associated with the program. The parent/guardian assumes all risks and hazards incidental to or resulting from the negligence of the program, its employees, owners, volunteers, or sponsors before, after, or during program activities or events. I do hereby release and hold harmless the program and/or the organizers, sponsors, supervisors, volunteers, and anyone connected with the program or activity for any and all liability for personal injuries including death and property losses or damage in connection with any activity or accommodation of the above-mentioned organization. The undersigned has read this release, understands its contents, and executes it voluntarily with full knowledge of its significance.
PHOTO RELEASE
The program is hereby granted permission to use any photo or video of my child(ren) involved in program activities for promotional use or other materials (including for use on Facebook and website).
MEDICAL INFORMATION
I declare that I have provided the program with all information regarding my child(ren)’s health, which may reasonably be needed to meet the medical and/or physical needs of my child(ren). I further agree that I can be reached at the telephone number(s) I have provided during the hours my child(ren) is/are at the program. If an emergency arises, and none of the above numbers can be contacted for any reason, I hereby authorize the program to seek emergency medical treatment administered by, but not restricted to, paramedics, hospital emergency room employees, and/or other medical professionals as reasonably necessary for the emergency medical treatment of my child(ren). I hereby release the program and its staff members from any liability resulting from any medical services provided and agree to pay for such services upon invoice.
DISMISSAL PROCEDURE
Parents can choose if child will walk to HOM with the group or if child will be picked up.
LATE PICK UP
PICK UP TIME IS 8:45 SHARP. If child is NOT picked up by 8:50, child will walk to HOM.
AUTHORIZED PERSONS
-To release your child to anyone besides yourself or your designee, prior arrangements must be made with the program. Proper identification must be shown every time your child is picked up. Phone verification may be used.
-In the case of divorce, it is the custodial parent’s responsibility to provide legal documentation of custody. If there is no court order, then both parents have the right of access to the program records and to pick up the child. The custodial parent must provide written permission for the non-custodial parent to pick up a child on a regular or special occasion. Forms must be submitted yearly with a new registration form. The parent that signs the registration form is the only person who can make changes on the form. Dual custodial rights do not supersede this procedure.
CONTACT INFORMATION
It is your responsibility to complete the registration form correctly and to update the program with changes in phone numbers and addresses of parents/guardians and emergency contacts.
DAYS ON WHICH THE PROGRAM DOES NOT OPERATE
- There are no classes when Highland Oaks Middle School has no classes
- The program is closed on select Jewish holidays.
- Please adhere to the program’s calendar for program dates
EMERGENCY CLOSINGS
- We follow Miami Dade closings.
- In the event of an emergency closing, parents will be notified by email.
ABSENCE & ILLNESS
Parents must notify if child will be absent.
CELL PHONES
Students are not permitted to use their phones for any reason during the program.
PERSONAL, BDHLS AND PROGRAM’S PROPERTY
- The program will not be held responsible for any tefillin stored in the premises.
- The program will not be responsible for any lost or damaged items.
- Parents will be held responsible for paying for any property damaged by their child(ren).
SNACKS
Snacks brought from home must be in original packaging with an Orthodox-approved kosher symbol. For a list of approved symbols, see www.crcweb.org.
DISCIPLINE PROCEDURE
The philosophy of the program is based on respect being shown to all. The program will resolve discipline problems using the following order of steps:
1) A discussion with the child about how the problem can be corrected.
2) Parent/guardian will be notified.
3) Meeting will be held with parent/guardian, teacher, and program committee to discuss corrective procedures.
4) Child will be dismissed from the program.
The program reserves the right in its sole discretion to dismiss a child from the program immediately.
PAYMENT POLICY
THE PROGRAM is a year-long education program and commitment, not a month-by-month program.
As a convenience, we offer a monthly payment plan either with credit card automated monthly payments or headed checks.
For BDHLS members, tuition is $1650/child ($165 over 10 months)
For non-members, tuition is $2000/child ($200 over 10 months)
There is a $150 registration and special programs fee per child.
LATE & DECLINED PAYMENTS
Monthly payment fee due by the 10th of every month (Aug-May)
If a payment does not go through, parent has 7 days to complete payment.
LATE PAYMENT
If payments will not made by the 17th of the month, we will need to assess the students future in the program.
SICK OR MISSED DAYS
- There are no refunds for sick or other missed days.
- If the program is forced to close due to inclement weather (hurricane, tropical storm, flood, etc.), emergency school closing, national emergency, or power outage, fees cannot be refunded.
EARLY WITHDRAWAL
- Child withdrawn before the end of the school year (even if sibling remains enrolled)—we cannot reimburse the registration fee.
- Child must be officially withdrawn in writing—monthly payments will not be refunded retroactively
LATE REGISTRATION
Child registered after the start of the school year—Tuition will be pro-rated; the first payment will reflect the pro-rate.
PERMISSION TO WALK TO HIGHLAND OAKS MIDDLE SCHOOL
- I hereby give permission to the program to walk my child(ren) to Highland Oaks Middle School at the end of the program, every day that the program operates, for the entire 2018-2019 school year.
- I will not hold the program responsible if my child(ren) is not at school in time.
- I understand that in case of weather restrictions walking might be suspended or delayed.
CODE OF CONDUCT
PARENT AND CHILD CODE OF CONDUCT
The program will comprise Tefilla and Hebrew, Torah studies, Jewish Contemporary History, Ethics based on the Torah, Connection with Israel and time for prayer.
The objectives of this program are:
- To offer Jewish education, foster Jewish values, and nurture a deep connection with Judaism.
- To keep children engaged with their Jewish heritage.
- To build a connection between the children participating at the program that will last during their school years and beyond.
- To give the tools to our children, so that they grow up with strong Jewish identity and pride, and love of Judaism.
As a condition to the PROGRAM allowing my child and his or her family to participate in the program, I/we:
- Will remember that children participate to learn.
- Must show respect at all times to other children participating, their teacher, other parents, any guest coming to participate and the facilities.
- Will be on time for daily classes.
- Will make every effort to attend all scheduled classes and will make sure my Moreh knows in advance if my attendance is not possible.
- Will keep the facilities clean and in order.
- Understand that I may be suspended from the program for misconduct.
- The program will be managed by the Lead Teacher, him having the last word on curriculum and children participation at the program. Any communication or questions will be addressed to Lead Teacher.
- If the opportunity arises for the children to participate at trips during the weekend, we expect the cooperation of other parents.