Frequently Asked questions:
*Updated 7.6.15
-Where will I pick up my child during the After School Program?
Per Wake County policy, parents must park and come in to the cafeteria to sign out and pick up their child. You may pull up in the bus loop or park in the parking lot. On evenings where special events take place you will be notified if pick up will be at a different location.
-If SCES closes early due to inclement weather, will the After School Program stay open?
Due to recent changes with the Wake County Before and After Childcare Programs, when schools close early, childcare programs will also close as well.
-Will I be able to utilize my Flexible Spending Account with the Before & After School Program?
Yes, you must submit a written request in order to receive your history of payment and tax number.
-Is the Late Pick Up Fee per child?
Yes, the late fee will be charged per child per 15 minute increments.
-Can I pay in advance?
Yes, you can pay in advance. If for any reason you withdraw from the program early, you can receive a refund for your advance payments.
-Is there a payment link on the website?
Yes, you can find it under the "Fee and Payment Schedule" tab.
-How long will it take for my check to clear?
We will deposit checks on the next business day; checks should clear in standard bank time.
-How can I make my payment each month?
1. You can pay online (we will set up a link on the website).
2. You can mail a check to the school (attn: Before & After School)
3. You can drop off checks when you drop off/pick up your child.
-Will there reminders about payments?
Yes, we will send out email/text reminders about payments prior to the due date using the REMIND 101 program. We will also post signs at designated pick up areas as a reminder.
-Where should my child go once they complete another SCES after-school activity (KidzArt, Mad Science, Girls on the Run, Golf, etc.)
Your child should report to the cafeteria to check in. At that time, they will be given the time to eat their snack and then join their assigned group.
-Will updates be posted on the Before & After School Website?
Yes, updates will be posted.
-When are my payments due?
Please see the links under the "Fees and Payments" tab.
-The payment schedule looks like I'm paying for time when my child is tracked out. Am I paying for time when they aren't in school?
The payment schedule is based on the 180 days a child is in school, whether tracked in or out. You will only be paying for 180 days.
-When are the Before and After School in sessions?
-The Before School program runs from 7:00-8:00 am, Monday-Friday
-The After School program runs from 3:15-6:00 pm, Monday-Friday
- After School runs on all six Early Release days from 12:30-6:00 pm.
-Will there be a Wait List for Enrollment?
Potentially, there may be a Wait List for various groups of students at any time.
-Who runs the Before and After School Program?
The program is guided by certified SCES employees. The program is directed by three certified SCES teachers.
-How is After School structured?
Students are grouped according to grades. Groups will vary in size, usually about 20-25 students per grade per teacher.
-What happens in the Before and After School Program on a "routine" day?
Students will engage in a variety of social and group activities. Time will be provided for snack. A session for homework will also be provided. Please see under the tab "Program Details" for more information.
-Do you have a Tax ID number?
Yes, the tax ID number appears on all issued receipts.
-What happens if I take my child out of the program for a month and then want to re-enroll?
-Parents must sign off on "Termination Contract" to exit the program per WCPSS policy.
-Terminated students immediately lose their current spot in the program.
- When re-enrolling, the student will be added to the Wait List.
-When a position becomes available, parents will be notified on the phone.
-When re-enrolling, another registration fee of $15.00 will be charged per student.
-What happens when a student exits the program before the end of the year?
-Parents must pay all owed fees.
-Parents must sign off on a Termination Contract
-Parents must take all receipts with them.
-How may I contact you for additional information?
Email is the best method for contacting the Before and After School Directors. The email address is: [email protected]
We look forward to working with you for continued excellence in our SCES Before and After School Program!
-Where will I pick up my child during the After School Program?
Per Wake County policy, parents must park and come in to the cafeteria to sign out and pick up their child. You may pull up in the bus loop or park in the parking lot. On evenings where special events take place you will be notified if pick up will be at a different location.
-If SCES closes early due to inclement weather, will the After School Program stay open?
Due to recent changes with the Wake County Before and After Childcare Programs, when schools close early, childcare programs will also close as well.
-Will I be able to utilize my Flexible Spending Account with the Before & After School Program?
Yes, you must submit a written request in order to receive your history of payment and tax number.
-Is the Late Pick Up Fee per child?
Yes, the late fee will be charged per child per 15 minute increments.
-Can I pay in advance?
Yes, you can pay in advance. If for any reason you withdraw from the program early, you can receive a refund for your advance payments.
-Is there a payment link on the website?
Yes, you can find it under the "Fee and Payment Schedule" tab.
-How long will it take for my check to clear?
We will deposit checks on the next business day; checks should clear in standard bank time.
-How can I make my payment each month?
1. You can pay online (we will set up a link on the website).
2. You can mail a check to the school (attn: Before & After School)
3. You can drop off checks when you drop off/pick up your child.
-Will there reminders about payments?
Yes, we will send out email/text reminders about payments prior to the due date using the REMIND 101 program. We will also post signs at designated pick up areas as a reminder.
-Where should my child go once they complete another SCES after-school activity (KidzArt, Mad Science, Girls on the Run, Golf, etc.)
Your child should report to the cafeteria to check in. At that time, they will be given the time to eat their snack and then join their assigned group.
-Will updates be posted on the Before & After School Website?
Yes, updates will be posted.
-When are my payments due?
Please see the links under the "Fees and Payments" tab.
-The payment schedule looks like I'm paying for time when my child is tracked out. Am I paying for time when they aren't in school?
The payment schedule is based on the 180 days a child is in school, whether tracked in or out. You will only be paying for 180 days.
-When are the Before and After School in sessions?
-The Before School program runs from 7:00-8:00 am, Monday-Friday
-The After School program runs from 3:15-6:00 pm, Monday-Friday
- After School runs on all six Early Release days from 12:30-6:00 pm.
-Will there be a Wait List for Enrollment?
Potentially, there may be a Wait List for various groups of students at any time.
-Who runs the Before and After School Program?
The program is guided by certified SCES employees. The program is directed by three certified SCES teachers.
-How is After School structured?
Students are grouped according to grades. Groups will vary in size, usually about 20-25 students per grade per teacher.
-What happens in the Before and After School Program on a "routine" day?
Students will engage in a variety of social and group activities. Time will be provided for snack. A session for homework will also be provided. Please see under the tab "Program Details" for more information.
-Do you have a Tax ID number?
Yes, the tax ID number appears on all issued receipts.
-What happens if I take my child out of the program for a month and then want to re-enroll?
-Parents must sign off on "Termination Contract" to exit the program per WCPSS policy.
-Terminated students immediately lose their current spot in the program.
- When re-enrolling, the student will be added to the Wait List.
-When a position becomes available, parents will be notified on the phone.
-When re-enrolling, another registration fee of $15.00 will be charged per student.
-What happens when a student exits the program before the end of the year?
-Parents must pay all owed fees.
-Parents must sign off on a Termination Contract
-Parents must take all receipts with them.
-How may I contact you for additional information?
Email is the best method for contacting the Before and After School Directors. The email address is: [email protected]
We look forward to working with you for continued excellence in our SCES Before and After School Program!