You Might Be Wondering....
You are enrolled! What’s next?
Contacts Admissions/Enrollment Sandra Baker 905.648.6655 x 122 sbaker@hdch.org
General Questions 905.648.6655 info@hdch.org
Finances & Bursary Sherry Osinga 905.648.6655 x 111 sosinga@hdch.org
Student Services
905.648.6655 James Apers or Karin Boonstra (ext 107) japers@hdch.org kboonstra@hdch.org Aline Koiter (ext 106) akoiter@hdch.org
Office Coordinator Amber Harding 905.648.6655 x 102 amitchell@hdch.org
Engagement/Membership Tina VanDyk 905.648.6655 x 110 tvandyk@hdch.org
Enrollment
When your child is enrolled at HD, you will receive a Welcome Letter via email. The process continues until all spaces are allocated. If you have not received the letter, you may be on a wait list or your application may be under review for any number of reasons. If you are unsure of your application status, contact Sandra.
Tuition Fees
You will receive a tuition package, including payment options, by mail in May. (Or, for later enrollments, by email). Your quick response is required. Please return completed forms and your payment plan by the end of May.
Course Selection
Grade 9 students have a choice of three arts electives: visual art, drama or instrumental music. Indicate your student’s choice for arts electives in the checklist of the online application portal. Grade 10, 11 and 12 students meet with a member of the Student Services team to discuss academic pathways and courses for the coming year. Parents must
Membership
You will receive an invitation to activate your Membership prior to the next meeting. Membership in good standing is required in order to vote at all of HDCH’s regular and special membership meetings. Membership is governed by the Bylaws of the Hamilton Association for Christian Education. To activate your Membership, you must complete and submit the membership application which includes our Foundational Statement. Tuition fees include the $300 annual Membership fee. (For new-to-HD families, that fee is part of your $500 deposit). Your membership application must be confirmed by the Board of Directors.
What do I need to know to be September-Ready? The first day of school is Sept 3, 2024.
We are here to help your child be September Ready! Watch for the September Ready email, mid August, with Back to School details, including textbook distribution, school supplies, upcoming dates, etc.
Principal
Duncan Todd 905.648.6655 x 3 principal@hdch.org
Vice-Principal
Sara Whetstone 905.648.6655 x 1033 swhetstone@hdch.org
Dean of Students Nate VanKampen nvankampen@hdch.org
Course Calendar
This is a handy reference with general information about student life at HD, as well as detailed information on faith perspectives, academic pathways, credits and course content. Scan the QR code to view! continued on the reverse side of this page...
Orientation - Aug 22, 4-8pm & Aug 27, 10am-2pm
Drop in to receive timetables, locker assignments and shop the wardrobe resale. Students can familiarize themselves with their locks, locate classrooms and meet some staff and students. Students can meet with Student Services to make changes to their course schedule. Attendance at Orientation is not required. If you can’t make it, there is a designated check-in on the first day of school.
Edsby
Edsby is a secure online learning management system. Parents, staff and students all have access. Edsby is a place to review student progress, find out what is happening at school and communicate with staff. In late August, parents of new students will receive an email with instructions to set up an Edsby account or link a new student to an existing account in August.
Transportation
Most of the school buses serving HDCH are operated by Christian elementary schools. Bus details, such as fees, stop locations etc. are generally handled in connection with one of the schools. It’s ideal to make these arrangements before the end of June, as many schools operate with a small staff over the summer break. Please take a look at the Transportation section of our website to find out who you should contact. HDCH does not operate late busses.
Wardrobe Parental support of wardrobe standards is crucial. • For new items, please visit our wardrobe page on the website. • Gently used items are sold in late August at Wardrobe Sale. • HD does not require a uniform for gym class.
Lockers & Locks
Students are assigned a locker with a school supplied lock. Students will receive their locker information at Orientation or on the first day of school.
School Supplies
Classroom teachers will let you know what supplies are needed on the first day of school. For the first day, please just have something to write with, and something to write on!
The Knight’s Eatery
Our cafeteria serves hearty and reasonably priced meals each lunch hour. The menu is posted on Edsby. Reloadable cards can be purchased in the office.
KnightLights
Be connected and informed about HDCH happenings via the weekly e-newsletter distributed every Thursday throughout the school year.
Re-Enrollment
All current families receive a form to complete to indicate your intention for the upcoming school year. This helps us plan for the size of the school, each grade and for classes. Current families receive priority to re-enroll current students and enroll a new student.
HAMILTON DISTRICT CHRISTIAN HIGH 92 Glancaster Road Ancaster ON L9G 3K9 905.648.6655 www.hdch.org