SUMMER PLAYSCHOOL
2014
Registration begins Wednesday, April 23rd
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Important new information included in this booklet…
 Early Bird rate for full-day campers is $1,150 (savings of $125). Final day of
Early Bird registration is Friday, May 16, 2014. No exceptions will be made.
 Final day for Playschool registration at full rate of $1,275 is Friday, June 13, 2014.
No exceptions will be made.
 Final day to honor full refund requests, other than medical emergencies, is Friday,
June 13, 2014. Important details pertaining to refunds are noted inside this
booklet.
 Playschool Program for Pre-K to 2nd Grade will be at Hewlett Elementary School.
Note: The location of the 2nd grade group has been changed from the high school
to Hewlett Elementary.
 Playschool Program for 3rd Grade to 9th Grade will be at Hewlett High School.
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Community Education & Services
ONE JOHNSON PLACE
Woodmere, NY 11598-1312
Telephone: 516/792-4863
Fax: 516/374-8139
Tom Naglieri
Coordinator of Summer Programs
Dear Residents:
Summer is a very special and exciting season, one filled with promise, renewal, and growth. For children,
the summer is all about having fun and trying new things, with a little relaxation added in for good
measure! For parents, summer is all about safety, stimulation, and of course, fun!
For years, the Hewlett-Woodmere Playschool has served as an integral part of the summer experience for
the children of our community. The Playschool enables children to expand their horizons, make new
friends, and further develop their character and confidence.
The Playschool’s scheduled activities and special events are carefully planned to ensure that they are age
appropriate, stimulating, and enjoyable for children of all ages. Playschool campers truly enjoy the
benefit of both indoor and outdoor activities. Some of the activities your child will enjoy include:
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Indoor: art, physical education, science, computers, swimming, and yoga
Outdoor field activities: soccer, tennis, kickball, football, and sprinkler time
Special events: talent shows, contests, dress-up days, and the Playschool Olympics
In addition to a full schedule of fun and rewarding activities, the success of the Hewlett Woodmere
Playschool is due largely to the dedicated members of our supervisory staff. We are truly fortunate to
have an outstanding summer staff comprised of highly-energetic teachers with years of experience in
recreation. The teachers are ably assisted by responsible and enthusiastic high school and/or college
students who serve as role models for the campers.
Last summer was my first as the administrator in charge of the Hewlett-Woodmere Playschool, and I was
amazed and inspired each and every day as I watched a devoted staff work tirelessly to put smiles on the
faces of young people. I am truly lucky to work with such caring and wonderful people who have
committed themselves to providing safe, healthy, educational experiences to children. Words cannot
describe how uplifting it is to see children with smiling happy faces, and I recognize how fortunate I am
to have the Playschool bring that to me on a daily basis. For this reason, I look forward to the 2014
Summer Playschool and the rewarding experiences it will bring!
I invite you to review the Playschool information included in this brochure. Please do not hesitate to
contact the office of Community Education and Services at (516) 792-4863 if you have any questions or
would like additional information about our program.
On behalf of the Hewlett-Woodmere Department of Community Education and Services and the Summer
Playschool staff, I extend warm regards to our community residents for a healthy, safe, and rewarding
summer.
Sincerely yours,
Thomas Naglieri
Thomas Naglieri
Coordinator of Summer Programs
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SUMMER PLAYSCHOOL PROGRAMS
The Summer Playschool is a well-rounded recreation experience for district children entering
Pre-Kindergarten through 9th grade in September 2014. The Playschools utilize the indoor and outdoor
facilities of two of the district schools. For the summer 2014, we will use Hewlett Elementary School for
students entering Pre-Kindergarten through 2nd Grade. The upper camp, 3rd Grade through 9th Grad, will
be located at Hewlett High School. A variety of recreational activities and special events will take place
at both programs. Staggered beginning and ending times have been arranged for the convenience of
parents who have children attending programs at both locations. These programs are only available for
children residing in the Hewlett-Woodmere School District. Please read the program details carefully.
Children born after December 1, 2010 are not eligible for this program. The Summer Playschool meets
July 2 - August 7, 2014.
SUMMER PLAYSCHOOL AT HEWLETT ELEMENTARY
(Pre-K - 2nd Grade children)
Let your child enjoy a fun-filled, nurturing summer program close to home. The Summer Playschool at
Hewlett Elementary is offered for children who will be entering Pre-K through 2nd grade in September
2014. Children who are entering Pre-K must be at least 4 years of age by December 1, 2014. Proof of age
is required upon registration for Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten children. Upon registration, you will
be asked to present a birth certificate and proof of residency.
Children participate in co-ed groups according to their grade level. Art, sprinkler time, outdoor games,
drama, music, computers, and science make up some of the regular educational and special recreation
activities. Daily educational activities provide an informal setting to encourage children to use the
knowledge gained during the regular school year. There will be special events planned to culminate the
Summer Playschool. Each child will be provided with a tee shirt. It is important that you indicate your
child’s tee shirt size on the registration form.
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DATES:
July 2nd - August 7th - Monday to Friday
WHERE:
Hewlett Elementary for Pre-K - 2nd grades
TIME:
Half-day option: 8:50 a.m. to 11:50 a.m. - Pre-K and K
Full-day option: 8:50 a.m. to 2:50 p.m.
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SUMMER PLAYSCHOOL AT HEWLETT HIGH SCHOOL
(3rd - 9th Grade children)
The Playschool at Hewlett High School is offered for children entering 3rd to 9th grades in September
2014. This program provides a well-rounded, fun-filled summer experience that is engaging, affordable,
and close to home. Children are supervised in grade and gender specific groups. However, there are also
planned opportunities for co-ed activities. Your child’s day will consist of an integrated schedule of both
recreation and informal education enrichment activities. Art, sports, yoga, theatre, computers, physical
education, swimming, water activities, and science are some of the regular activities. Theme weeks and
special shows by the children and staff are a popular part of this program. The playschool children will
continue to experience offsite recreation trips at no additional cost.
Campers enrolled at Hewlett High School Playschool entering grades 6-9 become part of the Teen
Choices and Challenges Program. Better known as C & C, this program permits our older campers to
participate in specific areas of interest. During the last two periods of each day, C & C campers can
choose to participate in a variety of activities. Some of the choices offered are athletic tournaments,
cooperative games, arts and crafts, and dance.
In order to facilitate teamwork and help in supervision during field trips and events, each child will be
provided with a tee shirt. Tee shirts are required to be worn on any field trips, and on special days.
Please indicate your child’s tee shirt size on the registration form.
DATES:
WHERE:
TIME:
July 2nd - August 7th - Monday to Friday
Hewlett High School for students in 3rd - 9th grades
9:00 a.m. to 3:05 p.m.
NOTE: Recreational swim will be included in the daily activities of the playschool from
9:00 a.m. - 3:05 p.m.!
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SUMMER PLAYSCHOOL ENROLLMENT FEE INFORMATION
The 2014 Summer Playschool fee is $1,275. However, in order to assist our families in this challenging
fiscal climate, we will continue an EARLY BIRD ENROLLMENT price for the playschool program.
The Early Bird cost will be $1,150. This price will be available through Friday, May 16, 2014. There
will be no sliding scale discounts for multiple children with the early bird rate. After May 16, 2014, the
full cost registration fee will be $1,275. All Playschool fees are subject to Board of Education approval.
The final day of registration for full cost will be Friday, June 13, 2014. No registrations will be taken
after that date. Please refer to the 2014 Playschool Fee Schedule below for additional information.
2014 PLAYSCHOOL FEE SCHEDULE * All Playschool fees are subject to Board of Education approval.
PLAYSCHOOL PROGRAMS
1st CHILD 2nd
3rd
4th
Half-day (Pre-K & K only) $800
$775
$762.50
$750
Full-day Early Bird
$1,150
$1,150
$1,150
$1,150
Full-day (after May 3rd)
$1,275
$1,225
$1,200
$1,175
Please note that due to complex scheduling, children who register for the half-day program will not
experience all activities and benefits offered in the full-day program.
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SUMMER PLAYSCHOOL fee includes one tee shirt.
Please specify desired size on your registration form:
K-Sm (Kids 6-8)
K-Med (Kids 10-12)
A-Sm (Adult Small 32-34)
A-Med (Adult Medium 36-38)
A-Lg (Adult Large 40-42)
A-XL (Adult Extra Large 44)
A-XXL (Adult 2XL 48 +)
An extended day program for child care purposes is available through Five Towns Community Center for
children ages 4 - 12. For details contact Marie Caronia at 239-6244.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Registration will be in the Community Services Office at One Johnson Place, Woodmere, New York
To register a child, please adhere to the following:
 Be prepared to show TWO proofs of your residency within the Hewlett-Woodmere School
District. (Example: your driver’s license or passport with a current address on it, your mortgage
title or bill, tax bill or lease and a current utility bill with your address.)
 Children entering Pre-K or Kindergarten in the fall of 2014 will be required to show an
ORIGINAL birth certificate and proof of immunizations to register.
 Children born after December 1, 2010 are not eligible for 2014 summer programs.
 It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on the registration form.
 You must include emergency names and emergency telephone numbers. Your registration will not
be accepted unless it is completed with emergency information.
 Parents and/or legal guardians must register IN PERSON for the Summer Playschool.
OPEN REGISTRATION PERIOD – ROOM 209
DAYTIME: April 23rd to June 13th - 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
EVENING: Mondays – April 28th to June 9h - 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
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PAYMENTS and FEES
Program fees must be paid in full at the time of registration. Refer to the fee schedule. All fees are
payable to: Hewlett-Woodmere Community Services. You may pay by check, money-order, or credit
card (MC or VISA only). You must identify your child’s tee-shirt size on the registration form. The
playschool material fee is inclusive of a tee shirt and consumable supplies for each child.
ALL FEES are subject to approval by the Board of Education (May 20th). Registrations received before
this date may be subject to adjustment by billing or refund of any final differential prices.
SCHOLARSHIPS
A limited number of scholarships may be available for children wishing to attend the summer playschool
programs. The primary basis of determining eligibility for student scholarships shall be students who are
already approved for the Free Lunch program. The district may also take into consideration other
programs for the needy as may be established at the Federal, State or County level as approved by the
Superintendent or designee. Families interested in applying for a scholarship and are already approved
for the Free Lunch program must submit the following documents: a signed application for scholarship,
proof of income (W-2/1099, current pay stub, or 2013 Federal Tax Return), and a signed Consent to
Release Free or Reduced Price Eligibility Information form. If a family has not applied for the Free and
Reduced Lunch program, they must submit the following: a signed Application for Free and Reduced
School Meals/Milk form, a signed application for scholarship, proof of income (W-2/1099, current pay
stub, or 2013 Federal Tax Return), and a signed Consent to Release Free of Reduced Price Eligibility
Information form. Completed scholarship applications must be brought to the Community Services Office
by Tuesday, May 13, 2014. Scholarship awards will be determined by Monday, June 2, 2014, and will
be limited to available openings on a grade by grade basis. Availability of funding for the Summer
Playschool is contingent on the passing of the school budget. Those families applying for a scholarship
and not receiving one may register at the Early Bird rate of $1,150 by June 13, 2014.
PLAYSCHOOL PROGRAM REFUND PROCEDURES
Full refunds for registrants of the Summer Playschool will be provided only when a request is received in
writing by June 13, 2014. From June 14, 2014 through July 2, 2014 full refunds will only be given for
medical emergencies. A written request accompanied by a doctor’s note must be submitted for a medical
emergency refund. The doctor’s note must state that the Playschool registrant is not able to participate in
the specific activity for which he/she is registered. After July 2, 2014, only prorated refunds may be
granted for medical emergencies with appropriate documentation.
NO GIFT GIVING or TIPPING OF STAFF
Although gift giving and tipping are common practice in private settings, the district has a strict no gifts
policy for staff. The Community Services programs are public programs. Staff members are paid a
competitive wage. Please express your appreciation in writing or with child made gifts. Employees are not
permitted to accept tips or gifts, and doing so may jeopardize their employment.
TRANSPORTATION
The district does not provide transportation services for Playschool participants. Parents provide
transportation, by car or carpool. Walkers and bike riders should walk or ride together in small groups and
should be 12 years of age or older. The following company is approved to transport district children on
and off of school grounds. Parents who wish to arrange for private transportation may choose to call
INDEPENDENT COACH at 516-569-5364.
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WOODMERE, NY
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PERMIT NO. 214
Hewlett-Woodmere Public Schools
Department of Community Education & Services
One Johnson Place
Woodmere, New York 11598
Phone - (516) 792-4863
FAX - (516) 374-8139
THE BOARD OF EDUCATION
Scott McInnes, President
Cheryl May, Vice President
Jonathan Altus, MD Harold Kislik
Melissa Gates
Stephen B. Witt
Mitchell A. Greebel
SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS
Joyce M. Bisso, Ed.D.
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY
EDUCATION AND SERVICES STAFF
Barbara McNiff, Executive Director of
Human Resources
Laurie San Phillipo, Senior Account Clerk
KINDLY RUSH DATED INFORMATION
OPEN REGISTRATION
REGISTRATION BEGINS APRIL 23, 2014
Registration Office Hours: Monday - Friday 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Evening Registration: Mondays – April 28th - June 10th
7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
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