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FAQs



Q:

Why do we have to pay a registration fee in the fall and again in the spring? 

A:

There are several reasons why a registration fee is charged both semesters. The registration fees are used to pay the monthly rent and utilities to the church, for maintenance and repairs, and to purchase necessary equipment. In addition, they are used to pay for extra facility use for shows and seminars, and also go toward payment of speakers and to subsidize part of the cost of the yearbook and other programs offered by P.A.C.E. For some families, it would be a hardship to pay the registration fee in full at the beginning of the fall semester. Many families choose to come for only 1 semester – most come in the fall, but many come only in the spring. Others start Enrichment but find it is not suitable for their schedule and drop out. Charging a one-time fee would mean a greater loss for them. The registration fee is $50 per semester for new families.  Depending on our reserves, families registered during the fall semester may receive a discount for the spring semester.

Q:

What if my child’s birthday after November 30th makes him/her eligible for a class in the
spring?

A:

The child’s age on or before November 30th is the age that will be used for the entire year. For the spring semester that begins in January, if your child has a birthday on or after December 1st, you must still use the age he/she was on or before November 30th for class placement in the spring semester.

Q:

What “grade” do I put for my child on the Registration Form?

A:

Regardless of the level at which you are teaching your child, indicate the grade that your child is beginning this year. If they tested 1st grade last year and will test 2nd grade this year, please put 2nd grade as his/her “grade.” This is important for our demographics for scheduling and testing purposes.

Q:

Will I get into a class?

A:

There is no guarantee until the moment you register that a class you choose will be available. For the spring semester, if you have already been in a class during the fall semester and you are pre-paying your classes on Early Registration day, you are guaranteed a place in that class. If you are choosing new classes, it will depend on space availability.

Q:

How will I know if I get into a class or not? 

A:

- For the fall semester, at the time you register you will know immediately if a class is available. If it is not, you will be able to pick alternate choices, or you may be placed on the wait list for the class you wish to take. For the spring semester, if you are an existing family your existing class will be guaranteed to you if you choose to continue and if you are dropping it and selecting a new class during Early Registration, it will depend on space availability.

Q:

What if a class I want is full?

A:

For the fall semester, if a class that is within your child’s age range is full, you can be put on the “wait list.” In this particular instance, you will not need to make a payment for the class. If and when the class becomes available, you will be notified and you will then make your payment on the Friday that you begin the class. Your payment will be for the number of weeks that are left of the month, plus any applicable supply fees. Please note, however, that if you are already registered and have paid for another class, no refunds will be given if you choose to take the “wait list” class and drop the other class. Students will not be placed on a “wait list” for a class after the first week of the last month of the semester. For the spring semester, if you are registering on Early Registration day, you must make a payment for all classes you choose. If the only class(es) you wish to take is/are full and no alternative choices are satisfactory, your registration fee will be refunded.

Q:

My child is not within the age range, can I get on a wait list at registration? 

A:

Yes. To get on the “Wait List” when a child is not within the age range you must have a written “waiver” from the teacher and an email must be submitted to the board notifying them of said approval.  Once all registrations are completed at the end of the scheduled registration dates, available spots will then be filled with those on the age waiting list, on a first come basis. You will only be called if your child gets into a class, at which time you will have to pay in order to secure your child's spot in the class.

Q:

What if I register for a class and pay but still want to be on the wait list for another class
where my child is not within the age range?

A:

If you want to be on the wait list for a class where your child is not within the age range, you can still guarantee your spot in another class by paying for that class. However there are no refunds and if at the close of the scheduled registration days, your child gets into the “wait list class,” we will notify you of the opportunity to enter him/her in to the new class but you will lose the class fee of the other class for which they are registered.

Q:

If my child has been on the wait list and gets into a class, will he/she have to wait again in
the spring?

A:

No. Once a child has attained a spot in a class, he/she is guaranteed to remain in that class for the year. When we re-register for January, if your child was on the waiting list in September and was able to get into the class, he/she will not have to go on the wait list again to allow room for any new students that may be entering the program second semester.

Q:

What if my child has a learning disability and cannot be in a class that is within their age
range? 

A:

You will need to get written permission from the teacher and contact the Enrichment Coordinator in advance

Q:

What if my child can demonstrate that he/she is able to take a class at a higher level than
his/her age allows?

A:

The rule reads, “Except for upper level academic classes where a student can demonstrate that he/she has met the pre-requisites students WILL NOT be registered for classes that are not within their age group.” This only applies to science, language arts, and math classes, NOT ELECTIVES. If your 11 or 12 year old has already taken advanced math, science, or language arts classes and they can show that they are ready for the next academic level, with the teacher’s written permission, they can immediately register for a class even though it is outside of their age range. In this case, your child will not have to be placed on a wait list

Q:

Do I have to take classes all day?

A:

No, you can take any number of classes, consecutively or scattered throughout the day.

Q:

What are the costs involved? 

A:

Registration fee per family is $50 for the first time you register. For subsequent semesters, if you register on early-bird day, the registration fee is $40 per family. Classes are $5 per student, per week, except for private music classes or as otherwise stated. However, classes are payable for the month in advance and no refunds are given due to absence.

Q:

When are class payments due?

A:

Payments are due on the last Friday of the month or at time of registration. Payments must be through PayPal and no check, or cash payments will be received. Office opens at 10:30 a.m. and closes at 2:00 p.m for any question you may have.

Q:

May I only participate in activities, but not attend classes?

A:

Yes, P.A.C.E. offers the Support Group option that allows you to only participate in activities and field trips

Q:

Do I get a refund if I miss a class?

A:

No, there are no refunds for missed classes. If you will be missing several weeks of a month, you may choose so drop your classes for the month (and possibly lose your spot in class), or you may pay for the month and lose the money for the weeks you do not attend.

Q:

What is the dress code?

A:

DRESS CODE: (FOR ENRICHMENT AND ALL P.A.C.E. ACTIVITIES) - We believe that the Bible teaches us that a Christian’s appearance should reflect the fact that Jesus Christ lives within him.  It is for this reason that P.A.C.E. has a dress code.  ALL students registered for classes at Enrichment ARE REQUIRED to wear P.A.C.E. T-shirts ANY TIME they are on campus attending classes (or in between classes), seminars, workshops, or other P.A.C.E. sponsored events. T-shirts must be worn each Friday at Enrichment and to any P.A.C.E. sponsored field trip or activity (except where dressier attire is suggested).  When attending a P.A.C.E. sponsored program where dressier attire is suggested, whether the activity is on or off campus, clothing items are not to have any vulgar or offensive messages, and they should not be provocative or lacking in modesty.  This means no skin-tight outfits, no low-cut tops, no bare midriffs, or exposing fabrics.  If when you move, your midriff is exposed, choose another outfit.  At all times, shorts must be of MODEST, MID-THIGH LENGTH and dresses or skirts should also be of modest length. The general rule is that shorts and skirts must be at or below your fingertips when your arms are at your side. There is to be no pierced jewelry on any body part, except earrings on girls. There is to be no excessive jewelry, chains, or any jewelry associated with rock music, the drug culture, or playboy philosophy. Hair may not be worn in faddish or extreme haircuts.  All tattoos must be completely covered by clothing to the best of their ability.  Students and parents must not be groomed in such a manner as to attract attention or detract from the learning process in conformance with this Policy. PARENTS are not required to wear t-shirts, however, they must comply with all other aspects of this Policy.  You will be required to pay for the T-shirts at the time you pay your Registration Fee to secure your Registration Appointment.  T-shirts or polos must be worn tucked in or loose.  They may not be rolled, cut, tied, or worn in any manner other than that stated.   T-shirts will be available for pick-up on Registration Day.   THE DRESS CODE APPLIES ANY TIME STUDENTS AND PARENTS ARE AT A P.A.C.E FUNCTION. THE DRESS CODE WILL BE STRICTLY ENFORCED. Those not conforming to this dress code, will be not be allowed to participate in the program for that day. No refunds will be given for classes or activities missed due to inappropriate dress or grooming.  If the church staff sees a student without a P.A.C.E. t-shirt, they will assume they are trespassing and proceed accordingly for the safety of their Daycare.

“…For from within, out of men’s hearts, come evil thoughts, sexual immorality, theft, murder, adultery, greed, malice, deceit, lewdness, envy, slander, arrogance and folly.  All these evils come from inside and make a man ‘unclean’.”  Mark 7:21-23 NIV - “Everything is permissible” – but not everything is beneficial.  “Everything is permissible” – but not everything is constructive. Nobody should seek his own good, but the good of others.  I Cor. 10:23-24 NIV

Q:

When do I have to wear my P.A.C.E. t-shirt?

A:

ALL students, from 2 1/2 to 18 yrs old registered for classes at Enrichment or on campus, ARE REQUIRED to wear P.A.C.E. T-shirts ANY TIME they are on campus classes, seminars, workshops, or other P.A.C.E. sponsored events. T-shirts must be worn each Friday at Enrichment and to any P.A.C.E. sponsored field trip or activity (except where dressier attire is suggested).

Q:

What do I do about my required assistant assignment if I am absent?

A:

You must obtain a substitute to cover your assistant assignment if you will be absent. A Substitute List is available on the website.

Q:

What if I am late to my required assistant position because I have to pick up my child from class? 

A:

Your child should be dismissed from class 5 minutes before the hour (for morning classes), and 20 minutes before the hour for afternoon classes. This should allow you 5 minutes to pick up your child and leave him/her in his/her next class. If a teacher is late in releasing children and therefore making you late, please advise one of the Board members. There should be round-the clock coverage in the Child Care room, so dropping off your child in child care should not make you late.

Q:

May I drop my child off at Enrichment and pick him/her up later?

A:

No, there are no dropoffs allowed at Enrichment or any other P.A.C.E. event. You, or another adult, must be present on campus or activity AT ALL TIMES with your child. In the event you are not able to be on campus, you must fill in the appropriate Release form to include medical and insurance information, and must fill in the PARENT NOT ON CAMPUS form indicating which adult is in charge of your child. NOTE, HOWEVER, that you are still responsible for your assistant position and must obtain someone to cover it for you each week.

Q:

I have a baby or child too young to attend class. May I take him/her with me to my
assistant position?

A:

No. If you are not comfortable leaving your baby in Child Care, please delay your registration at this time as registration fees are non-refundable.

Q:

My toddler turns 2½ a few days after the beginning of the fall semester. May I register him/her?

A:

No, your child must have turned 2½ on or before the beginning of the fall semester. This age restriction applies for second semester as well