Checks for both tuition and application fees should be written either to the Lancaster Learning Link, or to the Link. The Link will then distribute the funds to their appropriate places.
Can we include lab fees in the tuition checks?
No. Tuition fees are set by the Link board and therefore the Link distributes the checks to the appropriate teacher(s). However, each teacher establishes their own lab fees and is accountable for collecting them. Therefore, please pay all lab fees to each individual teacher.
Where do we mail application fees?
Please mail the application fees to Heidi Brauning, 833 W. Q St., Lincoln, NE, 68528
When is the application fee due?
There is no deadline for paying the application fee. However, it is important to note that the application fee doubles from $50 to $100 per student after July 1st. Also, some classes fill quickly and some classes have a maximum number of students. Postponing payment of the application fee may cause difficulty in obtaining the class you desire as classes are filled on a first come basis and priority will be given to those applicants from whom we have received both electronic application and application fee payment. It is to your benefit to send in the application and fee as soon as you can.
Tuition fees for first semester are due the first day of class. Tuition fees for second semester are due the first day of the second semester.
While we ask families to make a year-long commitment to each chosen class, we realize that sometimes a chosen class isn’t working out. Families are given the first four weeks of the school year to decide whether or not the class will work for them. If it is necessary to drop the class during that time a pro-rated refund will be given to the family. If a family decides to drop a class after that time period, no refunds are given.
How do we drop a class if we need to?
If you need to drop a class, you must notify the teacher, the administrator, and a member of the board by e-mail. It is most important for record-keeping purposes that you contact each of those persons, and that you do it by e-mail rather than by some other means.
Can we receive a refund if we drop a class?
If you drop a class during the first four weeks of the school year you will receive a refund that is pro-rated according to the number of weeks the student attended class.
Who provides the books and materials?
It is the parents’ responsibility to obtain the required books and materials before the first day of class. The only times this is not true are if it is stated in the class description that the teacher will order books for students, or if there is a personal communication from the teacher stating his or her intention to order books for the students.
Where can I find the books I need?
There are several ways to get the necessary books for classes. One is to look at classified ads posted on the Heartland website. Another, is to attend the used curriculum fair held in Lincoln in June. Used books may be purchased from various websites, including Amazon, Barnes and Noble, Half.com, eBay, as well as others. Books may also be purchased new either from the internet, or sometimes from local retailers. If you have trouble finding a certain book you might also contact the specific teacher for further information.
What happens if my child is unable to attend class due to illness or some other unexpected absence?
If, for some reason the student is unable to attend a Monday class, the student needs to let the Link administrator know he or she will be missing. The Link phone number is 430-8843. In addition, the student needs to also contact the teacher(s) to inform him of the absence and to receive instructions on homework that needs to be completed so as to stay current with the rest of the class.
How do we find out if class is cancelled due to weather?
If Lincoln Public Schools are closed due to weather, the Link will also close. However, the Link may close even if Lincoln Public Schools stay open. The Link board will determine early in the morning whether or not to hold classes when the weather is questionable. The decision to cancel will be sent by e-mail by 6:00 A.M. on the day in question. Also, an announcement will be aired on radio station KLIN.
Are there makeup days for cancelled classes?
Because the Link only meets once a week with the bulk of the work being done in the home, we do not make up cancelled classes. If the Link closes due to weather, it is the teacher’s responsibility to contact the students with the necessary information to carry on with the class work.
What happens if I am unable to fulfill my volunteer obligations?
Every family receives a list of all of the volunteer families and their contact information at the beginning of the school year. If you are unable to perform your volunteer work on the day assigned it is your responsibility to find a replacement, or to switch hours with another family so that those hours are covered. Then, it is your responsibility to contact the Link administrator with the changes that have been made. If after seeking a replacement you are unable to find someone to fill in, let the administrator know of your situation so that she or the board can assist you.
What responsibilities are included in the volunteer hours?
The volunteer hours are divided into five different jobs. One is providing child care for the teachers’ children. Another is to set up in the morning for the Link day. This involves setting up and moving tables, and setting up chairs in all of the classrooms. Because this is a big job, we ask that families volunteer together for that job, rather than having one representative from the family put in the volunteer time. Another volunteer opportunity is to help with the parent/teacher conferences. With this job, one family needs to set up and monitor the evening flow, another needs to monitor the evening flow and tear down, and a third family needs to obtain refreshments and help tear down. A fourth volunteer opportunity is lunch monitor. The lunch monitor sets up for lunch, monitors activity during lunch and oversees clean-up as students finish eating. The last opportunity is organizing a Link kick-off picnic/party or an end of the year party. Two volunteers will be needed for each of those activities.
Is it possible to look at the class descriptions of classes offered in previous years?
Yes, it is possible to look at class descriptions from previous years. In order to do so, you must first click on the enrollment tab. When that window comes up, you will see a menu on the left side of the screen. Click on downloads. You will then have several documents from which to choose. Click on the course description for the year you want and you should be able to get the information you need.