Extended Day Program

At Wingra we believe that learning never ends. Therefore, our Extended Day Program is not your average after school option. It is planned and run by a certified teacher who teaches in tune with Wingra’s progressive philosophy.

The program is developed to satisfy the needs of the whole child, and each day is well balanced with organized choices, free play, and together time.

Daily activities vary in order to engage a multi-age group of children with a variety of interests. Our program is flexible yet structured in order to nurture a safe and connected group of friends.

FORMS

Ready to register? Return these forms to the main office.

• Monthly registration form (.pdf)
• Prepay registration form (.pdf) Due September 2
• Punch card registration form (.pdf) Due September 2

Contact Marieka Greene (marieka@wingraschool.org), Extended Day Teacher, with questions. Or call Wingra at 608-238-2525.

CHANGES FOR 2011-2012

We made a few changes to our pricing and billing procedure for the 2011-2012 school year. We changed our pricing so that it more closely relates to the actual hours of care we provide each day and month.

Though we do not offer registration by the hour, our rates now consistently average at $5.50 an hour. There is also now the option of registering for all or half of the program offered each day.

We will still require registration by the first of the month, but we will now bill each family at the end of the month. This will allow us to add the fees for any drop-ins that might occur during the course of the month.

We hope that these changes will make Extended Day a more flexible and affordable option for Wingra families.

PROGRAMS AND PRICING

We’ve divided our program into four basic types. You will be billed for the actual number of days registered (or dropped in) each month.

Early Release Mondays (2:00 p.m. Dismissal)

The first two hours (Half Program) of every Monday include a special
activity. Activities change on a monthly basis.

• Full Program: 2:00–5:45 p.m. for $20/day
• Half Program: 2:00–4:00 p.m. for $10/day
• Drop-In: 2:00–5:45 p.m. for $25/day

After School (Tuesdays–Fridays)

• Full Program: 3:15–5:45 p.m. for $15/day
• Half Program: 3:15–4:30 p.m. for $7.50/day
• Drop-In: 3:15–5:45 p.m. for $20/day

All Day Program (No School)

There are nine days in the 2011–12 school year when classes are not in session due to conferences and teacher work days:

• Goal Setting Conference: Friday, Sep. 23
• Parent/Teacher Conferences: Thursday and Friday, Oct. 27 and 28
• Conference Prep: Monday, Feb. 6
• Parent/Teacher Conferences: Friday, Feb. 24
• Parent/Teacher Conferences: Friday, Mar. 2
• Accreditation Self-Study: Monday, Mar. 12
• Accreditation Self-Study: Monday, Apr 9
• Goal-Feedback Conference: Friday, May 18

On these days we plan a variety of activities on and off campus. You may need to pick your child up off campus if registering for the half program. We do not offer a drop-in option on these days.

• Full Program: 8:30 a.m.–5:45 p.m. for $45/day
• Half Program: 8:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m. or 1:00–5:45 p.m.

Half Day Program (Noon Dismissal)

There are eight days in the 2011-12 school year when classes are dismissed at noon for teacher meetings and development. This includes the first week of school when students are dismissed at noon each day.

• First Week of School: Monday–Friday, Aug. 29 to Sep. 2
• Accreditation Self-Study: Monday, Sep. 26
• Accreditation Self Study: Monday, Dec. 12
• Accreditation Self Study: Friday, Jan. 20

Rates:

• Full Program: 12:00–5:45 p.m. for $28/day
• Half Program: 12:00–3:00 p.m. for $14/day
• Drop-In: 12:00–5:45 p.m. for $30/day

REGISTRATION

In order to benefit from the lowest daily rates, we ask that you register your children by the 1st of the month. Otherwise, you will be charged the drop-in rate. You may register for for more than one month at a time if your schedule is consistent.

You may change your registration if your needs should change, but dates must be set by the 1st of every month.You may register by filling out and turning in a registration form (.pdf) in the office.

You may also email Marieka (marieka@wingraschool.com) register. For last minute drop-in registration, please contact Elizabeth in the office.

Prepay Discounts Available Through September 2!

This year we are giving a 10% discount to families who register and pre-pay for the entire year in any or all of our programs by Friday, September 2. These discounts are only available if registering for the full program option.

29 Full Program Early Release Mondays

• Regular Price: $580
• Discounted Price: $522

135 Full Program After School Days (Tuesday–Friday)

• Regular Price: $2,025
• Discounted Price: $1,822

9 Full Program All Day Programs

• Regular Price: $405
• Discounted Price: $365

8 Full Program Half Day Programs

• Regular Price: $200
• Discounted Price: $180

Return the prepay registration form (.pdf) to the main office by September 2 to take advantage of the discounts!

Punch Cards

Drop-in punch cards are available for purchase at the beginning of the school year. Each punch card is good for 10 visits (or 20 half-day visits). The punch card cannot be used for any of the nine All Day Programs.

In order to register for a punch card drop-in, you must contact Elizabeth or Marieka by 9:00 a.m. the morning of desired use. Punch cards must be purchased prior to Friday, September 2 and are only good for the 2011–2012 school year.

Return the punch card registration form (.pdf) by September 2.

PICK-UP TIME

The latest pick-up time for all programs is 5:45 p.m. If you registerd for a half-program, you must pick up your child at the designated time. We will allow a five-minute grace period. After five minutes, you will be charged the full program rate.

SNACK

A simple snack is provided each day. If your child has specific dietary needs or taste preferences, we encourage you to send along a snack for him or her. Two snacks are provided for All Day Programs.

ABOUT MARIEKA GREENE

Marieka is excited to return to Wingra for a second year of leading the Extended Day Program. Prior to teaching at Wingra, Marieka taught in Bend, Oregon, in a blended 2nd/3rd grade classroom. Her passions include theatre, art, Spanish, nordic skiing, and cycling.

Contact her at marieka@wingraschool.org.

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