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Discovery School welcomes children from three years old through 6th grade.
Discovery
School's small classes mean that teachers have time to work closely
with individuals so students know their own ideas are valid and worthy
of consideration. The teachers don't just encourage students to do
their best; they inspire them to surpass expectations. Teachers nurture
the students, but they also challenge them to learn more, do more and
be more than they thought possible. {Preschool Planting}
Admission to Discovery School
Discovery School provides an enriched educational experience which focuses on the students' social, emotional and academic development. In keeping with Discovery School’s Mission and Vision, student characteristics that Discovery School nurtures and enhances are as follows: accepts differences/ tolerance, confident, creative, collaborative, cooperative, curious, empathetic, empowered/ assertive, exceeds academic standards, flexible, globally aware, independent thinkers, interdependent thinkers, learner for life, respects yet questions authority, resourceful, respectful of others feelings and views, risk taker, socially conscious, understands their choices impact others and themselves.
{3rd grade table work}
When making a decision to choose private school education, it is important to make certain that our school is the right one for your children and your family. In addition to our web site and written materials, it is essential for new families to see the school. For this reason, the first step in the admissions process is to tour the school.
Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten
* Pre-Kindergarten students need to be 4 years old by September 1st. We offer a choice of half day or full day sessions. The half day session for Pre-Kindergarten students runs from 8:30 a.m. - 12:25 p.m. The full day session runs from 8:30 a.m. - 3:10 p.m.
* The Kindergarten class is Full day (8:30 a.m. - 3:10 p.m.) for students 5 years old by September 1st.
* Full day Pre-K and Kindergarten students participate in art classes, library time, music, physical education and foreign language in addition to the extended Pre-K and Kindergarten curriculum.
* Students must be 6 years old by September 1st to enter First Grade.
Preschool
* Students must be 3 years old by September 1st and potty trained to enroll.
* The Preschool class meets 8:30 - 11:30 am. Preschool students choose to attend MWF, or TTH, or 5 days each week.
* Students can stay for lunch (11:30 - 12:00 am).
* Extended Preschool (12:00 - 3:00) is also offered which includes naptime.
Admissions Procedure: Pre-K/Kindergarten-6th Grade
- 1.Review our packet.
- 2. Tour Discovery School - Seeing the students and teachers in action is essential for new families.
- Tours on Tuesday at 10:00 am beginning January 5, 2010 - May 28, 2010 ( No tour Feb 16 or March 30th)
- Tour at one of our Open Houses - Oct 20th, Dec 2nd, 2009/ Feb 9th, April 15th, May 11, 2010 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
- 3. Apply for Admission - Submit completed application form and $20.00 application fee to the admissions office.
Age Criteria for preschool - 1st grade enrollment
Preschool - 3 yrs old by September 1st & potty trained (we try to place younger students in T-Th & older students M-W-F)
Pre-Kindergarten - 4 years old by September 1
Kindergarten - 5 years old by September 1
First Grade - 6 years old by September 1
- 4. Visitation, observation and assessment is required before enrollment is considered. This will help determine your child's success in the Discovery School learning environment.
- Pre-K & K Visitation Information
Students visit on a Saturday morning (February 27 or March 20, 2009)
Personalized letter summarizing the child's visit is then sent to parents via mail.
- Grades 1 through 6 require a full day visit
A conference with parent, teacher & student is scheduled at the end of the school day.
Personalized letter summarizing the child's visit sent to parents.
- 5. Enrollment Status: Upon review of your application for admission, references and the student visitation, a letter informing you of enrollment status will be sent.
- An enrollment agreement is sent to those who are offered enrollment.
- We reserve the right to refuse admission to any child who we feel would not be successful at Discovery School - no enrollment will be offered.
- 6. Return the enrollment agreement with the deposit to hold your child's position for fall.
March 15, 2010 - Enrollment opens to returning families and siblings for 2010-11
March 22, 2010 - Enrollment opens to new families for 2010-11
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7. Tuition:
Preschool tuition and fees range from $1705 to $4239 per year, depending on the option chosen. Tuition discount is not available for preschool students.
Contact Karen Montague, Admissions Director, for tuition information for Pre-Kindergarten through 6th grade at 509-838-0606.
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8. Tuition Discount is available based on need. Tuition discount cannot be considered until an enrollment agreement is on file. Please request a copy of the Tuition Discount Procedure from the admissions office and direct any questions to our Business Manager, Tamara Price at 509-624-7162 (Tues, Thurs or Fri).
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