Clark Fork School Inc

About Clark Fork School Inc

Tuition Prices for 2012-13
Junior Preschool
Tuesday & Thursday 9 am - 1 pm: $191 per month total for year = $1719
Tuesday & Thursday 9 am - 3 pm: $286 per month total for year = $2574
Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9 am - 1 pm: $280 per month total for year = $2520
Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9 am - 3 pm: $420 per month total for year = $3780
Monday through Friday 9 am - 1 pm: $471 per month total for year = $4239
Monday through Friday 9 am - 3 pm: $706 per month total for year = $6354

Preschool
Tuesday & Thursday 9 am - 1 pm: $187 per month total for year = $1683
Tuesday & Thursday 9 am - 3 pm: $280 per month total for year = $2520
Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9 am - 1 pm: $274 per month total for year = $2466
Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9 am - 3 pm: $411 per month total for year = $3699
Monday through Friday 9 am - 1 pm: $461 per month total for year = $4149
Monday through Friday 9 am - 3 pm: $691 per month total for year = $6219

Pre-K ˆ’Primary Grades
8:30 am - 2:30 pm: $686 per month total for year = $6174

Families are enrolled in the following order: 1) currently enrolled students; 2) siblings of currently enrolled students; 3) children from families formerly enrolled at CFS; and 4) new families. New families are enrolled on a first-come, first-served basis. Currently enrolled students will re-enroll in January. Siblings, former families, and wait-listed students must turn in enrollment paperwork by Tuesday, February 28 to maintain their priority status.

Here is some information about the enrollment process at what you need to do if you would like to enroll your child for next year:

Get on our waiting list today. Being on our waiting list does not guarantee admission or obligate you in any way, but will give you priority status when we open enrollment to the public. You are still required to turn in enrollment paperwork by February 28 to maintain your priority status.
Attend our Open House. Clark Fork School will host an Open House on Monday, January 23, 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. This is a perfect time for potential new students and their families to visit the school and meet our teachers.
Turn in enrollment paperwork by Tuesday, February 28. Applications are reviewed on a first come first served basis. Admission decisions will be made in a timely manner and we will be able to provide you with information about your admission or wait-list status soon after applying. Once your child is admitted, deposits and a signed contract are required to reserve their place. Deposits are nonrefundable.
Apply for financial aid by March 15. Limited financial aid is available to families enrolled at CFS based on income eligibility and special family circumstances. The application process requires the completion of your 2011 annual tax returns and an in-house application. Please contact us for more information.

Admissions Statement
Clark Fork School seeks students of diverse backgrounds, interests, and talents with potential to benefit from and contribute to the school community.

Admission to Clark Fork School is based on:
Commitment to and interest in learning
Ability to work harmoniously with others
Educational goals consistent with Clark Fork School's mission

Applicant requirements
As part of the application process, families may be asked to:
Provide contact information for an individual who has observed the child with his/her peers in an educational setting
Offer short written responses to a brief questionnaire
Participate in a short meeting or interview

Costs and Fees
In addition to tuition, there is a non-refundable deposit due at the time of enrollment (not at the time of application). Each student is also charged a supply fee to help pay for classroom supplies. There are additional charges for special activities for prekindergarten through fifth grade students such as overnight trips, swimming and skiing. Other costs may include language classes, extended care before and after school, and school photos.