ROWLETT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY

"Raising a Standard of Quality Christian Education in Rowlett, Texas..."

Frequently Asked Questions

We have put together some answers for questions you might have about RCA Preschool. If there is a question you have, but you don't see an answer here, PLEASE contact us so we can help you out! We'd love to hear from you!

DO YOU REQUIRE STUDENTS TO WEAR UNIFORMS?

Yes, we do require that students wear uniforms. They are easily purchased from Target, Sears, Wal-Mart, Levine's and many other locations.

Boys: twill khaki or navy pants or knee length shorts, short or long sleeved pique polo shirt with knit collar (white, navy, light blue, hunter green, red),

Girls: Short or long sleeved Polo Shirt (same colors as above), Short or long sleeved polo with collar (same colors as above), "Peter Pan" Blouse (white only) to be worn under jumpers only, V-neck pleated jumper (khaki or navy), Three tabbed pleated skort (khaki or navy), knee length shorts (khaki or navy), twill pants (khaki or navy), pleated skirt (khaki or navy), Jersey Knit Crew Neck Cardigan Sweater (Navy or white)

*Shoes: Tennis Shoes (no lights or wheels in any shoes), Sandals: Closed toe only, NO Flip flops, etc., NO boots

* We also offer a school T-shirt, sweatshirt and hoodie that can be worn everyday as well as a Field Trip T-shirt.

DO YOU PROVIDE ANY BEFORE OR AFTER SCHOOL CARE?

YES, we provide both before and afterschool care for our students along with the students of AAR. Extended care is available from 6:30am-7:45am and afternoon care is from 3:15pm-6:00pm.

Pricing for this care is as follows:

Before Care only- $125.00 per month, After Care only- $175.00 per month, Before and After Care- $200.00 per month, Drop in Before Care- $8.00 per day, Drop in After Care- $15.00 per day, Drop in Before and Aftercare- $20.00 per day.

WHAT ARE THE COSTS TO ENROLL MY CHILD IN RCA?

There are several options available for payment of fees and tuition at Rowlett Christian Academy Preschool?

· Option #1 is to pay the tuition in full at the time of enrollment (before July 1st)

· Option #2 is payment by semester (July 1st and January 1st)

· Option #3 is a payment plan set up on 10 payments beginning August 1st and ending May 1st.

Tuition Payments are due on the first of each month in advance. Should a student withdraw after the 10th of any month, the tuition for that month is non-refundable.

TUITION

K-1 and K-2 Classes (HALF Day)- $3,775 (option #1)/$1,887.50 (option #2)/$377.50 (option #3)

K-1 and K-2 Classes (FULL Day)- $4,350 (option #1)/ $2,175.00 (option #2)/$435.00 (Option #3)

Discounts

Paying the year in advance: 5% off (tuition only), Paying the year by semester: 2.5% off (tuition only), Multiple Children- 10% for second child; 15% for third child; 20% for additional children

FEES

Curriculum Fee: $150.00 (Non-Refundable; payable July 1st)
Registration Fee: $50.00 (Non-Refundable; Payable upon student registration)
School Supply Fee: $50.00 (Non-Refundable; Payable July 15th)

ARE THERE OTHER GUIDELINES FOR ATTENDING RCA PRESCHOOL?

YES, as with every other school, there are policies that we enact and expect our parents and families to uphold. Parents must sign the "Policies and Procedures" agreement before their child can attend our school.

These are general guidelines for things such as lunch and snack-time details, our sickness policies, Pick up and drop off guidelines, and other considerations. You can see all of our policies and procedures by stopping by to pick up a handbook or e-mailing Mrs. Amber Hayes at amberhaze@verizon.net to get a virtual copy!

School Supplies

WHAT DO I NEED TO PROVIDE FOR MY CHILD'S SCHOOL SUPPLIES?

Last year we met with HUGE success by charging a flat school supply fee and purchasing supplies for all our students ourselves and therefore saving you the trouble!

Families are required to provide:

A Small pillow and small blanket for nap-time
Medium-Large Backpack (backpack should be large enough for lunchbox and daily folder, etc. to fit in it)
A lunch-box.
Child's extra pair of clothing

*Please remember that items (backpacks, etc. should be PLAIN)

We are able to buy in bulk and ensure that each student has the same, quality supplies. We buy brand-name, teacher "approved" materials.

Your $50.00 supply fee covers:

· - Crayola crayons, markers, colored pencils and watercolor set
- Fiscars blunt child scissors
- 3 bottles Elmers glue and 5 Elmers glue sticks
-1 Pencil/Supply Box
-12 ct. #2 Pencils
- 6 3-Brad double pocket folders
-1 Large and 1 Small Pack Sun-works construction paper
-3 rolls paper towels
-3 boxes kleenex tissues
-2 pkgs. fresh-cleanse wipes
-1 Box Ziplock Freezer Bags
-1 Box Ziplock Sandwich Bags
- 2 Bottles Anti-bacterial Handsoap
-2 Bottles Germ-X Hand Sanitizer
-Child-sized plush Nap Mat and Carrier Bag