enrollment

2023 - 2024

OPEN ENROLLMENT DEADLINE: Monday, July 31, 2023

LATE ENROLLMENT DEADLINE: August 31, 2023

FIRST STEP

ATTENTION!

OPEN ENROLLMENT DEADLINE: Monday, July 31, 2023

LATE ENROLLMENT DEADLINE: Thursday, August 31, 2023

MANDATORY FAMILY ORIENTATION: Tuesday, September 12, 2023 (tentatively 2pm-8pm)

TUITION + FEES DUE: Tuesday, September 12, 2023

FALL SESSION: September 26, 2023 – December 12, 2023

SPRING SESSION: January 9, 2023 – May 14, 2023

 

enrollment application

Thank you for your interest in joining Wonder’s Homeschool Day!

Please complete the Family Enrollment Application and include each child who intends to participate during a Homeschool Day enrichment class (this includes Littles due to limited room occupancy). 

Once your application is reviewed, you’ll receive an email with Music Evaluation information, if applicable. 

If Music Evaluation attendance is not required for your student, you’ll receive an email with general member information.

important information

daily schedule (Weekly on Tuesdays)
concerts & events

Students are expected to participate in core concerts and events. Dates will be announced as soon as they are available.

INSTRUMENT, VOICE & DANCE: There may be additional public and private concert opportunities for our advanced ensembles throughout the year.

COMMUNITY EVENTS: Wonder is also proud to regularly provide optional community and outreach events.

Visit our Event Calendar this fall for scheduled event information.

program
cost

Wonder is dedicated to making our program accessible to all. In addition to keeping our member costs to a minimum, we also offer financial assistance to families that demonstrate financial need. This is made possible to the extent of which our resources allow and by the generosity of Wonder Fund donations. 

Financial Assistant Application and payment installment options available during enrollment process. 

Because the program is offered at a reduced rate, we do not offer sibling discounts at this time.

tuition

FAMILY ENROLLMENT FEE: $75 (one-time, non-refundable, increases to $100 after Open Enrollment Deadline)

ANNUAL TUITION$70/month/individual (September to May) OR $500/year/individual (save by paying annually)

(includes ALL registered classes for one tuition rate)

MATERIALS FEE*: Materials Fees vary from class to class and are due at the Mandatory Family Orientation.

*Instruments, stands, black music binders, some supplemental music books, accessories, repairs, and performance attire not included.

STUDENT ID & WONDER T-SHIRT COST: New registered students will receive a picture ID and Wonder Homeschool Day Tees at no cost to families. 

Lost IDs will be replaced for $5 each. 

Wonder HSD Tees may be exchanged for larger sizes or purchased. Additional shirts or replacements for lost or damaged shirts must be purchased.

EVENT COST: All Wonder events hosted at our main location are free to attend, unless stated otherwise.

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: No student should be excluded for financial reasons — please select the Payment Installment or Financial Assistance option during registration.

PAYMENT INSTALLMENT: Payment installment options are available on Tuition and Class Fees only.

HELPING HANDS

In order to offer classes at an affordable rate, we ask all families to help an average of 25 times (about 1.5 hours each time) during the year. Families registered in 4 or more classes will be asked to fill more than 1 need. 

A detailed list of needs and times will be available to registered families. 

If you are unable to fulfill an assignment, it is the responsibility of the family to provide a substitute and give Wonder advanced notice. A $25/day Helping Hands Fee, per assignment, will be charged to those who do not provide a substitute.

If you are unable to contribute your time, a Helping Hands Fee of $750 is required per family. Although your child can help alongside you, your child is not able to be responsible for a family’s Helping Hands Hours. 

Families exclusively registered for child-parent littles classes are excluded from this requirement.

NURSERY SUPPORT: A staffed Nursery is available for Guides, Coaches, Helping Hands, and other helpers, while they are assisting Wonder throughout the day.

BACKGROUND CHECK: All adult volunteers, including parents are required to complete a background check every three years. Upon acceptance, you will receive instructions on how to complete and submit the background check results. Background checks cost an estimate of $40.

when not in class

when not in class

Students MUST be in a class (enrichment or non-enrichment) or accompanied by a parent at all times. Students are not permitted to roam the facilities (inside or outside) unsupervised. Unattended students will be asked to contact a parent and be picked up immediately. 

NON-ENRICHMENT CLASSES

A staffed Social Hall, Study Hall, Guided P.E., and Student Volunteer option are available for registered students. These options are for students who are waiting between classes or waiting for a sibling to complete classes. Registration required if not accompanied by a parent.

LITTLES

Children who are not yet school age (infant to 6 years) must be accompanied by a parent at all times, even if they are registered in a Wonder Littles class. 

family spaces

Families are welcome to stay on the premises throughout the day. If inside, families are asked to say in one of the non-enrichment classes and not roam the buildings. Parents MUST accompany unregistered children at all times. 

PLAYROOM FOR FAMILIES

Parents of small children may use the playroom/nursery while waiting for their students participating in a class. Parents MUST accompany children in the Playroom at all times. The Playroom staff is only responsible for children of guides or other Wonder helpers currently working. 

NON-ENRICHMENT CLASSES FOR FAMILIES

Social Hall, Study Hall, and Open Gym can be utilized by families throughout the day. However, parents MUST accompany unregistered children at all times.

frequently asked questions

faqs

HOMESCHOOL DAY COST GUIDEBASE
CLASS COST
MATERIALS
FEE (ONE-TIME)
• Family Enrollment Fee$75 
• Instrument/Accessory Rental/Purchase (if applicable)NOT PROVIDED BY WONDER – SEE INSTRUMENT GUIDE
• Music Stand + Carrying Case (if applicable)NOT PROVIDED BY WONDER – SEE INSTRUMENT GUIDE
• Concert Attire & Shoes (if applicable)NOT PROVIDED BY WONDER – SEE INSTRUMENT GUIDE
• Dance Attire & Shoes (if applicable)NOT PROVIDED BY WONDER – SEE INSTRUMENT GUIDE
• Costumes (if applicable)NOT PROVIDED BY WONDER – SEE INSTRUMENT GUIDE
• Camera/Accessory & Memory Card (if applicable)NOT PROVIDED BY WONDER – SEE INSTRUMENT GUIDE
• Class Tuition (annual)$500 or $70/m$0
 Little Movers + Shakers: Infant – 3Y + Parent $0
 Little Cycles: 3Y – 5Y + Parent $100
 Music Makers 1: 4Y – 7Y $100
 Music Makers 2: 5Y – 7Y $100
 Discovery: 4Y – 7Y (3 Hour Cycle + 1 Snack) $200
 Recorders 1 : 7Y+ (prerequisite: Recorder 1.0 for 7Y) $50
 Recorders 2: 7Y+ (prerequisite: Recorder 1.0) $50
 Prelude (Beginner Instruments – Prelude Band/Orchestra): 9Y+ $50
 Band Ensemble $50
 Orchestra Ensemble $50
 Youth Symphony (corequisite: Concert Band/Orchestra, invitation only)$50
 Music Foundations (prerequisite: Music Foundations or Music Makers 2 for 7Y) $50
 ASL Signing Choir $10
 Choir $25
 Honor Choir (corequisite: another choir, invitation only)$0$0
 Dance $0
 Honor Dance (corequisite: another dance, invitation only)$0$0
 Art – Drawing & Watercolor $50
 Art – Weaving $115
 Photography $70
 Theater $50
 Intro to Computer Science (does not include text) $100
 Lab – Human Biology & Nutrition $250
• Helping Hands Fee (families who choose not to complete Hours)$750/family$25/family per missed assignment
• Concert Tickets (at Main CCPC location)$0 
• Event Ticketsvaries 
• Wonder TeePROVIDED BY WONDERreplacement- $20
• Student ID BadgePROVIDED BY WONDERreplacement- $5
• Yearbook (1 per family included)PROVIDED BY WONDERadditional- $20

EARLY ENROLLMENT APPLICATION DEADLINE: Monday, July 31, 2023

MANDATORY FAMILY ORIENTATION: Tuesday, September 12, 2023 (tentatively 2pm-8pm)

TUITION + FEES DUE: Tuesday, September 12, 2023

FALL SESSION: September 26, 2023 – December 12, 2023

SPRING SESSION: January 9, 2024 – May 14, 2024


REQUIRED REHEARSAL/PERFORMANCE DATES (SUBJECT TO CHANGE)

THEATER CREW DAYS: TBD (estimate of 6 total dates; morning or evening schedule)

SPRING CONCERT DRESS REHEARSAL: April 30, 2023 (daytime)

SPRING CONCERT & ART DISPLAY: May 7, 2023

THEATER DRESS REHEARSAL: April 30, 2023 (evening)

FAMILY DAY CONCERT: May 14, 2023 (daytime)

THEATER EXPERIENCE AT FAMILY DAY: May 14, 2023 (daytime & evening)

Tuition & Fees

Members of Wonder are admitted for the entire season. Tuition and Fees are not prorated and the full amount due must be paid completely whether the member enrolls late, withdraws, is dismissed, or is absent for any cause. If there are special circumstances that may cause your payment to be late, please contact us to make arrangements. Members with unpaid Tuition and Fees may be withdrawn from a class or prevented from participation at events.

Tuition and Materials Fees are due in full at Family Orientation. Select payment installment options are available for Tuition only. 

In addition to valuing each or students and families, we also value the instructors and coaches who work with us. We have made commitments to our team members and their salaries continue, even if your student does not.

Family Enrollment Fee: Wonder reserves the right to close registration early, cancel classes, or restructure the classes based on student enrollment. Except in the case where all classes for a family are canceled before Family Orientation, Family Enrollment Fees are non-refundable.

Refunds

Withdrawals: Please submit all withdrawal requests on the member area of the Wonder website. 

Refund Schedule: Tuition refunds will be issued according to the following schedule:
75% refund issued after Family Orientation
50% refund issued after 2023.09.25
25% refund issued after 2023.10.02
No refunds issued after 2023.10.09

Materials Fee: Materials Fees are due in full at Family Orientation and are non-refundable.

Dismissals: No refund will be issued if a member or participant from a family is dismissed from the program.

Event Cost: All Wonder events hosted at our main location are free to attend unless stated otherwise.

Returned Check Fees: In the event of a returned check for insufficient funds, the family will be responsible for paying the full amount of the check that was returned as well as a mandatory $25.00 Returned Check Fee. Payment must be received within 10 business days of being notified of a returned check. The only acceptable forms of payments for returned checks are cash, money order, or cashier’s check.

We understand that families may face financial challenges from time to time. Therefore, if your family is experiencing any financial hardship that may cause a payment to be late or returned, please contact Wonder immediately to discuss additional arrangements.

Homeschool Day

The Wonder Homeschool Day program is for homeschool students and families with children who are not yet school-age, but who intend to homeschool. Suggested ages are listed in class descriptions. 

FALL 2023 – The Wonder Community Time program is for parents and children (non-homeschoolers and homeschoolers). Suggested ages will be listed in class descriptions. 

Attendance will be taken during every class and event (when applicable).

Class Attendance

Wonder programs depend on every participant to be prepared, present, and on-time during each class, rehearsal, concert and event. Please give prior notice of any schedule conflicts by calling the Wonder Attendance Line, in advance, and following the prompt when leaving a message. This applies to all participants who are unable to attend a class or required event, will arrive late, or will leave early. All absences which are not notified in advance will be marked as unexcused.

Performance Attendance

Participants are expected to attend all classes, rehearsals, concerts, and/or performances. Participants are required to attend dress rehearsals and the rehearsal prior to a performance unless excused. Individuals with more than 2 absences during a performance period or miss the rehearsal prior to a performance may have their seating changed or be denied permission to perform.

How do I give notice prior notice of an absence?

Please give prior notice of any schedule conflicts by calling the Wonder Attendance Line, in advance, and following the prompt when leaving a message. This applies to all participants who are unable to attend a class or required event, will arrive late, or will leave early.

Are there makeup days?

Since we only meet once a week, we do not offer makeup days. However, beginner and 2nd year instrument students who miss 2 class are required to schedule 2 30-minute private lessons at the families expense.

Weekly Class Uniform

Participants must wear Homeschool Day (HSD) uniform shirts (provided by Wonder) to weekly classes at all times. Participants must have their Wonder badge visible at all times.

Returning students may exchange a gently used shirt from the previous year for a larger size if the needed size is in stock. For the nostalgic types who’d prefer to keep the shirt rather than exchange it – you may choose to purchase an additional shirt for $20 every future year or as needed at the discretion of the Wonder Team.

Performance Uniform

Performance uniforms are required to participate in all performances.

Individuals must arrive in FULL DRESS with all necessary equipment. Uniforms must be clean and pressed. Shoes must be clean and polished. Students will not be permitted to perform if they are not in the required uniform. While in uniform, students may only consume water or non-staining foods. Within each performance memo, you will be informed of uniform requirements.

Concert Black:

Males: Black shirt, black slacks, black shoes, and black socks

Females: Black shirt, black slacks or a long skirt (or long black dress), black shoes, and black socks or black/nude stockings, only natural colored makeup, and neutral nail polish (if applicable)

Concert White:

Males: White or off-white shirt, off-white or beige slacks, neutral shoes, and neutral socks

Females: White or off-white shirt, off-white or beige slacks or a long skirt (or long white or off-white dress), neutral shoes, and nude socks or stockings, only natural colored makeup and neutral nail polish (if applicable)

Wonder Black:

Males: Wonder HSD shirt, black slacks, black shoes, and black socks

Females: Wonder HSD shirt, black slacks or a long skirt (or long black dress), black shoes, and black socks or black/nude stockings, only natural colored makeup, and neutral nail polish (if applicable)

Wonder Basic:

Males: Wonder HSD shirt and blue jeans

Females: Wonder HSD shirt and blue jeans or long jean skirt, only natural colored makeup, and neutral nail polish (if applicable)

Uniform Care

Wonder uniforms should not be used for non-Wonder purposes. Uniforms provided by Wonder are to be considered on loan and to be returned when the student no longer needs the piece for Wonder HSD. Please be sure to take extra care to keep them clean and in good shape.

Wash Instructions: Refer to tag for wash instructions and hang-dry pieces to extend life.

Wonder is not responsible for replacing lost items or items damaged by misuse.

There are four main reasons for this policy:

  1. We ask each family to seriously consider their commitment to Wonder Homeschool Days. Just like in a team sport, where success can only happen if all team members are present, it’s important to know all Wonder members are committed and present. We schedule performances, events, and activities based on the number of students enrolled at the beginning of the program and our quality instructors depend on this number to prepare each student for success.
  2. Many of our classes are sequential in nature and build on skills previously taught throughout the year. This limits the number of new students we can accept mid-year and means if a member withdraws from a class or the program, we may not be able to replace them once the season begins.
  3. We consider music, arts, and enrichment education to be of great value and importance, just like all other academic subjects and sports programs many families commit to each year. It’s our hope that your family will give this program the serious commitment it deserves.
  4. Lastly, but not least, we take the commitments we’ve made to our instructor’s salaries seriously. These commitments continue, even if your student does not.

We do know extenuating circumstances can arise and may cause your family to have to withdraw from the program. Therefore, we have a few exceptions to this policy:

  • Serious illness in the immediate family
  • Death or unemployment of a parent
  • Family moving more than 50 miles from the program location

No exceptions are made for students who have lost interest in the program, enroll in public or private school, or who are not committed to practicing.

Wonder’s focus is on building the concept of ensemble playing. Therefore, please expect changes to ensemble assignments will not be made during the school year. It is our expectation that each and every student will be improving throughout the season. Therefore, the ensemble itself will also improve and grow musically as the year progresses.

All families must provide their own cold lunch and snacks.

We do not require parents to teach classes, only to volunteer with other needs. All our guides and coaches are compensated staff, with education, training, background, and/or expertises in their respective disciplines. We conduct background checks on each staff member and volunteer.

We place a high emphasis on guiding students with proper technique and form, in order to establish a solid foundation in which to build upon, throughout the program.

Because we meet once a week, class time is valuable. We do not rush through material, but rather take a more steady pace to introduce and work on new skills. 

Many of our guides and coaches offer private lessons.

If you are unable to contribute your time, a Helping Hands fee is required per family. Please keep in mind, although your child can help alongside you, your child is not able to be responsible for a family’s Helping Hands Hours. 

Although not required, we highly encourage our students to take private lessons in their respective instruments. It is here, under the guidance and responsibility of a private music teacher, where musicians are more likely to acquire excellent technique which leads to mastery of skills and excellent musicianship. Instructors will notify you if your child is struggling and will need lessons to keep up with the class pace.

The Wonder Way is a set of guidelines and expectations for all Wonder participants to follow. See the complete guidelines here.

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