Student Handbook

  • ENROLLMENT

    Enrollment Policy

    Qualified students beginning at age 5; desire to learn; interest in the different cultures of Hawai’i; ability to read and write at appropriate grade level.

    Non-Discriminatory Policy

    The school admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs and other school-administered programs.

  • TUITION POLICY

    Tuition

    $240.00 per student for each 3-month term, Jan-Dec ($120.00 for the Kupuna Class)

    $320.00 for the 4-month session, Mar-Jun ($160.00 for the Kupuna Class)

    Due Date

    By or before the first class of each term. Cancelled check represents receipt of payment.

    Discounts

    A discount is provided to each family member (grandparent, parent or added sibling) enrolled in the same term.

    Family Plan Tuition Term
    2 Fee per student enrolled in the same term $205 3 months
    2 Fee per student enrolled in the same term $275 4 months
    3 Fee per student enrolled in the same term $190 3 months
    3 Fee per student enrolled in the same term $255 4 months
    4 Fee per student enrolled in the same term $170 3 months
    4 Fee per student enrolled in the same term $230 4 months
    5 Fee per student enrolled in the same term $145 3 months
    5 Fee per student enrolled in the same term $200 4 months
    Late Fees

    A $25.00 bookkeeping fee will be charged for payments received after the first class of each term. An additional fee of $1.00 per day will be imposed for late payments received seven (7) calendar days following the first class. Payments not made at class must be received at 4309 Holmehurst Way West, Bowie, MD 20720, to avoid further penalty. The late fee will also be assessed for each separate payment under financial assistance plans granted by the board.

    Returned Checks

    A $40.00 fee will be charged for each returned check.

    Refunds

    Refund requests must be submitted to the Board for consideration on a case-by-case basis.

    FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
    Policy

    Financial assistance is available to families whose ability to pay tuition is limited. The school looks to keep students enrolled without financial obstacles.

    Procedure

    Initial verbal request may be directed to any Board member with Board action recorded in writing. For administrative/bookkeeping purposes, requests are to be submitted at least two weeks prior to the requested school term. All requests will be considered and dealt with in a confidential, case-by-case basis.

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  • ATTENDANCE POLICY

    Every student is expected promptly at each class and prepared with all required class supplies. For absences, students are responsible for informing the instructors and learning the missed material on their own.

  • HOLIDAYS

    New Year’s Day
    Easter
    Memorial Day (including Sat. or Sun.)
    Independence Day (July 4)
    Labor Day (including Sat. or Sun.)
    Thanksgiving (Thu., Fri., Sat. or Sun.)
    Christmas Eve (including weekend between Christmas and New Year’s)
    Christmas Day

    (all holiday observances are subject to the primary faculty’s discretion and appropriate notification)

  • MAKE-UP CLASSES

    If class is cancelled for such reasons as inclement weather, the Principal shall schedule a make-up class.

  • DRESS POLICY

    Dress During Class

    Students are required to wear a uniform outfit appropriate for instruction, including a pa’u for females.

    Constumes, Implements and Accessories

    Students are required to purchase and care for required constumes, implements and accessories.

  • CODE OF CONDUCT

    Hālau O ‘Aulani promotes a family-friendly environment of appropriate language and instills values, self-discipline, integrity, responsibility and respect. Each student is expected to be fully committed to achieving the instructional objectives and to conduct himself/herself in an appropriate way in all Hālau activities. The chief instructor is the arbiter of these standards. This membership is not nominal. The essence of the ‘ohana is a standard of behavior and code of ethics which exemplifies the ideals of family. Explicitly, this standard is characterized by respect of self, respect for the well-being of other students, and respect for the art.

    Discipline Policy: The instructor (Kumu and/or Alaka’i) will take appropriate action to deal with disruptive student behavior in the classroom.

    1. First Offense – Verbal warning and possible Time-Out.

      Time-Out. A minor-aged student may be assigned to the time-out area within the classroom for the duration of a class period. Students sent to Time-Out may be subject to further disciplinary action by the administrator (Principal or Vice-Principal).

    2. Second Offense – Student conference with parent (if minor age student) and school administrator (Principal or Vice-Principal). Students who violate the studio and Hālau rules may be prohibited from attending Hālau until a parent conference with an administrator is held.

    3. Third Offense

      Suspension – Students who violate the studio and Hālau rules will be prohibited from attending the next class session.

      Expulsion – Students who continue to violate the studio and Hālau rules after the third offense will be expelled from school.

    Failure to abide by the established facility rules of the Arlington County Cultural Affairs Division and accepted standards of behavior will also warrant disciplinary action by the Principal and/or Vice-Principal.

    Eating and Drinking: No gum, food/snacks or drinks are permitted during instruction.

    Class Visitations: Parents/visitors wishing to observe class must obtain prior permission from the Principal or Vice-Principal. Parents/visitors must comply with the same rules of behavior as the students and cause no disruption to the classes.

  • HEALTH & INJURY POLICY

    The school will seek to obtain medical attention for a student’s injuries and/or other health problems with reasonable attempts to notify the parents or responsible guardian. Parents and adult students are responsible for any and all medical costs incurred for such treatment. Parents and adult students are also responsible to maintain updated medical information for the school.

    Common sense should govern the parent’s approach to the health of the individual child. Please adhere to guidelines for keeping yourself or your child at home, e.g., any fever greater than 101º (100º under the arm).

    The instructor must be notified if your child has a contagious disease so that parents of other children may be notified of the possible exposure.

    A student will be sent home by the instructor if signs of illness are detected.

    Please give yourself or your child a chance to convalesce at home after an illness. Do not report to class or send your child to school unless he/she can participate in all activities of the normal school curriculum.

    In addition, please let the instructor know of any changes in your child’s or your usual routine (e.g., shots, visitors, illness or death in the family). If you or your child has an allergy or other condition that may be mistaken for illness, please inform the instructor.

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