Program Dates:
First Session – June 23, 2008 thru July 18, 2008
Second Session – July 21, 2008 thru August 15, 2008
High School Session – June 23, 2008 thru August 15, 2008
Registration Guidelines:
Registration Begins: April 1, 2008
Late registration Begins: June 2, 2008 Late registration fee applies
Registration Deadlines:
June 20, 2008—First session
July 18, 2008—Second session
1. Registration forms must be fully completed, with all necessary signatures before forms can be processed. A $50 registration fee should be submitted with each application. Registration is limited, and completed applications will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
2. Students will not be enrolled in the Summer LAF without a completed registration form and appropriate payment. A receipt for payment will be issued.
3. Registration forms can be obtained from Muslim Community School (MCS):
7917 Montrose Road
Potomac, MD 20854
Or online at: www.mymcs.org
4. No confirmations may be sent. Registered students should report for the first day of the session.
5. A late registration fee of $50 will be assessed for all registration forms received after June 2, 2008.
General Information:
Tuition:
Full payment of tuition is required for all students at the time of registration. Costs are listed with program information. Checks or money orders should be made payable to MCS (Muslim Community School). To pay by credit /debit card (VISA or MasterCard only), complete and sign the credit card information box on the Summer LAF Registration form.
Attendance: Since some students will be receiving High School credit for these courses, full-time attendance is paramount. For this reason, more than one unexcused absence may disqualify a student from receiving HS credit. Of course students with unexcused absences may still attend their classes. Explanatory notes from parents will be required for absences and tardiness, and all cases will be subject to verification.
Cancellation of Courses: Classes that do not meet enrollment requirements will be canceled. Enrollment requirements will be detailed for each course. Students will be notified if their class is canceled and given the opportunity to switch to another class.
Change of Course or Refund: If a student wants to change a course due to cancellation, no additional fees will be assessed. Refunds will be made only if a student’s class was canceled because of insufficient enrollment. An exception will be made for the student who must withdraw because of (1) hospitalization or (2) quarantine for personal illness. All requests for refunds must be submitted in writing to Muslim Community School, 7917 Montrose Road, Potomac, MD 20854, on or before the last day of the Summer LAF (August 15, 2008). Each request must include the student’s name and the reason for withdrawal, reasons are subject to verification. Other than these exceptions, there will be no refunds after the start of classes.
Behavior: Students are expected to comply with all rules and regulations outlined in the Summer LAF Handbook.
Dress Code: In order to maintain an Islamic environment, the Administration requires modest dress for both staff and students. No uniforms are required; however, staff and students should adhere to the following dress requirements:
As “Cleanliness is part of our religion”, please make sure that students maintain personal hygiene habits and that students arrive at school dressed in a clean and tidy clothing each day.
Brothers:
Loose fitting shirts and bottoms. Shorts are not allowed. Shirts or other clothing with logos, offensive language or advertisements are not allowed on the premises. Brothers should always maintain appropriate hair length and style.
Sisters:
Pre-K through 2nd Grade
Loose fitting shirts and bottoms. Shorts are not allowed. Shirts or other clothing with logos, offensive language or advertisements are not allowed on the premises.
Third Grade and up
Loose fitting long-sleeve shirts and bottoms, as well as a scarf that fully covers hair. Shirts must be long (just above knee level at the minimum). The scarf may be any color. Excessive jewelry (that calls attention to oneself), make-up and nail polish are not permitted. Shorts are not allowed. Shirts or other clothing with logos, offensive language or advertisements are not allowed on the premises.
Parents will be contacted to pick up any student that comes to school dressed inappropriately or the school will provide them with special uniforms.
Completion: Students will not complete the Summer LAF until all fees are paid and all books and materials loaned to them for the program are returned to the appropriate teachers or administrative offices of MCS.
Transportation: Parents are responsible for providing transportation for their children to and from MCS. For a fee of $175 per four week session and $300 per full session, transportation will be provided to and from specific stops in the Washington Metro area. Specified routes will only pick up and drop off participants on a full day schedule. Transportation arrangements for participants in one block schedules remain the responsibility of the parents.
Multiple child discount: Full cost for 1st child, 10% for 2nd sibling and 15% discount for 3rd sibling.
Additional fees: A late fee of $25 plus $1.00 per additional minute will be assessed for parents arriving late to pick up their children from the Summer LAF. Nominal fees may be charged for field trips, special activities, and those courses requiring special instructional materials.
Lunch: Parents may provide cold lunch for their children. For an additional fee of $100 per session, lunch will be provided to program participants. This fee will be payable upon registration.
Medical Information: It is the responsibility of the parents’ to notify the administration of MCS of any important medical information pertaining to your child(ren). On the first day of class, parents and/or legal guardians should complete the Medical information Form to MCS administrative office to report any special accommodations required for the student. The form can be picked up at Muslim Community School, 7917 Montrose Road, Potomac, MD 20854 or downloaded at: www.mymcs.org
