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Admissions Newsletter
June 2019
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Guided by Quaker principles since its founding in 1885, Friends School Haverford provides an intellectually rich program to an intentionally diverse school family.
We promote academic scholarship, creativity, respect, integrity, and self-awareness with a commitment to creating a culture of stewardship and kindness. Friends School Haverford graduates are uniquely prepared to go forth with boldness of intellect and character.
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The campus is quiet now. I am looking forward to Sandbox Days (see sidebar for details) and sumer camp so I hear the noise of children and laughter outside my window again. I hope to see you at one or both of these programs.
I will send you emails throughout the summer with information to help you navigate your back to school shopping and the first few weeks of school. If you ever have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me.
If I don't see you on the playground, have a wonderful summer.
Warmly,
Lisa
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School and Office Hours
Friends School Haverford's Summer Office Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Friends School Haverford's School Year Office Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
School Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
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Morning drop-off is between 8:00 - 8:15 a.m.
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Half day pick up for Heritage House is between 11:45 a.m. and 12:00 p.m.
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Afternoon pick-up for Heritage House is between 2:45 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
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Afternoon pick-up for Schoolhouse is between 3:00 - 3:15 p.m.
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Set Up Tuition Payments
If you choose to pay your child(ren)'s tuition monthly, now is the time to sign up for
FACTS online tuition management
. Twelve-month plans start in April, eleven-month plans in May, and ten-month plans in June. All tuition must be paid in full by March 15, 2020. You may want to think ahead and consider
adding a little extra to your monthly payments to cover the
$1,000 re-enrollment fee for the 2020-2021 school year which is due in January right after the holidays. If you have questions about tuition payment plans, contact
Cheryl Hammond Hopewell
, our Director of Finances and Operations.
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School Forms
All of our family info, emergency contact, medical, transportation, field trip, extended day program enrollment, and grandparent forms are online. You will be emailed instructions in July on how to access and complete these forms once the online system rolls over to the next school year on July 1. Remember, immunization records, physician visit summary reports and dental exam forms are due by August 26. Please mail them to Lisa Buscaglia's attention at school.
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Dress Code
Students are expected to be dressed simply, neatly, and comfortably in clothing appropriate to their ages and to all the activities of the school. In accordance with the Friends' belief in the peaceful resolution of conflict, simplicity, and moderation, camouflage clothing and clothing with weapons or adult messages such as alcohol, gambling, etc. may not be worn to school. Because physical education is a daily part of our curriculum, children should wear athletic shoes (no cleats or sandals) to school. Be sure your child's name is clearly marked on all clothing, especially hats, mittens, boots, jackets, sweaters, and other removables.
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Kindness Mondays
Building on our "Kindness Day" movement that we launched on #MayTheFirst, we encourage students and staff to wear kindness attire on Mondays to remind ourselves and those we meet that the first thing we should be is kind. Every new student will receive a kindness T-shirt in September if they didn't pick one up at the family picnic on May 29. We will offer additional kindness gear in our online store which opens in August. Any message of kindness on store-bought clothing is also welcome.
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Summer Assignments
Interested in some good books to read for your kids? Check out our summer reading suggestions for students in nursery school through grade 8.
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Sandbox Days
Tuesdays and Thursdays
June 25 - June 27
July 9 - July 11
July 16 - July 18
All students entering nursery school, preschool, pre-k or kindergarten and their families are invited to join us on the Heritage House playground from
9:30 - 11:00 a.m. for a few informal play dates. This is a wonderful opportunity for students to get to know their classmates before the start of school and for parents to exchange contact information. Lisa Buscaglia will be on hand to answer any questions you may have about the start of school. Don't forget to pack a snack and water bottle and lather on the sunscreen!
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Know a friend that you think would love FSH
as much as you?
Invite them to attend one of our fall
Open Houses
Wednesday, October 2
Saturday, October 19
Wednesday, November 6
Our Open House program runs
from 9:00 - 11:00 a.m.
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New Parent Reception
Save the Date
Wednesday, September 11, 2019
6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Please join Interim Head of School, Liza Ewen,
at Friends School Haverford for hors d'oeuvres and conversation.
Kindly RSVP to
by September 6, 2019
if you will attend.
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For children 20-36 months with a caregiver.
Come join us to create art, make friends, build community and have a terrific time outdoors. We provide a messy, sensory, and artsy experience for young artists. Children will work with a variety of materials, increase their art literacy, and develop problem-solving skills and confidence. Outdoor exploration, stories, and free playtime will also be part of the morning.
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In the next admissions newsletter...
- School supply lists
- What are the Quaker SPICES?
- FSH lingo
- Online School Store
- First week of school schedules
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