Emma Prusch Farm Park Fall 2019 Community Activity Guide

EMMA PRUSCH FARM PARK

647 South King Rd. | (408) 794-6262

FALL 2019

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The City of San JosĂŠ, Department of Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Services (PRNS) encourages and supports the participation of individuals with all ability levels in programs and services. To facilitate opportunities for people with and without disabilities and to engage in leisure pursuits together, PRNS provides inclusion support services. These services include, but are not limited to interpreters for the deaf or hearing

consideration of the requested accommodation, is provided at least two weeks in advance. For more information on inclusion opportunities, specialized recreation services and accommodations, please contact Therapeutic Services at 408.369.6438.

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EMMA PRUSCH FARM PARK

647 S King Road, San Jose, CA 95116

ph. (408)794-6262

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EDUCATION AND ENRICHMENT– EARLY RECREATION Please consider the following policies and requirements before registering for one of the preschool programs  Parents provide snack and stay to volunteer 1-2 times during the session.  Non-registered children are not allowed in the class at any time. Please make arrangements for siblings on your participation day(s).  A birth certificate may be requested for age verification.  The Hatchery Participants must be toilet trained by first day of program.  The City of San José, Department of Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Services provides recreational programs ONLY and not licensed childcare.  Class maximum is 20 or fewer. After reaching the enrollment capacity, your child can be put on a waitlist. Teacher to child ratio is 1:10  Children under the age of 4 years and 9 months cannot participate in a preschool program for more than 12 hours per week.

FARM FABLES

TIME FOR TWO’S & THREE’S AT THE FARM

Mary had a little lamb, the cow that jumped over the moon, and the three little pigs! Discover the world of farm animals through childhood stories. Children and parents will learn through activities, crafts, stories, and songs. In every class, participants will meet and learn about a farm animal. Every class covers a new farm animal story. Each class is a separate registration.

This program is a wonderful exploration for two and three year old's. The class will focus on socialization and learning through play. Children will have free choice of activities which include feeding the farm animals. Some activities may be messy, so wear your grubbies! Only enrolled children may attend. Price includes parent and one child only.

NO SIBLINGS. NO EXCEPTIONS.

Course # Time 420.2.0425 10:00am-11:00am 420.2.0426 10:00am-11:00am 420.2.0427 10:00am-11:00am

Course # Time Dates Day Ages Mtg Resident 420.2.0416 9:30am-11:30am 9/7-10/12 Sa 2-3 6 $97 420.2.0417 9:30am-11:30am 10/26-12/7 Sa 2-3 6 $97

Dates 9/11 10/9 11/13

Day Ages Mtg Resident NonResident W 2-4 1 $25 $29 W 2-4 1 $25 $29 W 2-4 1 $25 $29

Resident

$101 $101

THE HATCHERY (KINDER TOT AND TINY TOT)

FARM SCIENCE Wonder why roosters crow, why pigs like mud, or why farmers grow plants in rows? Discover the world of farming in this fun and educational class that teaches children about animal and plant science. Children will discover through activities, games, crafts, and hands on experience on the farm.

Course # Time 420.2.0428 9:00am-11:00am 420.2.0429 9:00am-11:00am

Dates 9/28 10/26

Day Ages Mtg Resident NonResident Sa 5-7 1 $33 $37 Sa 5-7 1 $33 $37

This program is an opportunity to introduce preschoolers to farm life and animals. Activities will include caring for farm animals, songs, stories, crafts, garden fun, and games to develop socialization skills, eye-hand coordination, and motor skills. Your child will also learn alphabet sounds, shapes, and colors. Participants must be toilet trained.

The Hatchery Extended Lunch Care is available for students who are enrolled in both AM/PM Hatchery sessions. During the Hatchery Extended Lunch Care, participants will eat lunch and have a free choice of activities. Please Note: Participants enrolled in the Hatchery Extended Lunch Care must bring a lunch and drink to class everyday.

Course #

Dates

Days/Times

Ages Mtg Resident NonRes

9:30am-12:00pm Mon-Thurs 420.2.0410 8/26-10/11 9:30am-11:30am Fri 3-4 34 12:00pm-1:00pm Mon-Thurs 420.2.0411 8/26-10/11 11:30am-1:00pm Fri 4-5 34 420.2.0412 8/26-10/11

1:00pm-3:30pm Mon-Thurs 1:00pm-3:00pm Fri 4-5 34

9:30am-12:00pm Mon-Thurs 9:30am-11:30am Fri 3-4 32 12:00pm-1:00pm Mon-Thurs 420.2.0414 10/21-12/6 11:30am-1:00pm Fri 4-5 32 1:00pm-3:30pm Mon-Thurs 420.2.0415 10/21-12/6 1:00pm-3:00pm Fri 4-5 32 420.2.0413 10/21-12/6

EMMA PRUSCH FARM PARK

647 S King Road, San Jose, CA 95116

ph. (408)794-6262

$377

$381

$186

$190

$377

$381

$377

$381

$186

$190

$377

$381

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ENRICHMENT/EDUCATION MATH MENTORING Math Tutoring will give your child the confidence needed to succeed, and a helping hand to develop math skills. Students must bring in their math homework, math book, and their own pencil/ paper to each class.

Course # 420.2.0400 420.2.0401 420.2.0402 420.2.0403

Time Dates Days Ages 3:30pm-4:30pm 9/10-9/26 Tu, Th 5-13 3:30pm-4:30pm 10/1-10/17 Tu, Th 5-13 3:30pm-4:30pm 10/22-11/7 Tu, Th 5-13 3:30pm-4:30pm 11/12-12/3 Tu, Th 5-13

Mtg Resident NonResident 6 $83 $87 6 $83 $87 6 $83 $87 6 $83 $87

READING REMEDIES Reading Remedies is designed to improve your child's vocabulary, spelling, and reading comprehension. Parents may be required to provide reading materials requested by the instructor. Please bring pencil and lined paper to each class.

Course # 420.2.0404 420.2.0405 420.2.0406 420.2.0407

Time Dates Days Ages 4:30pm-5:30pm 9/10-9/26 Tu, Th 5-13 4:30pm-5:30pm 10/1-10/17 Tu, Th 5-13 4:30pm-5:30pm 10/22-11/7 Tu, Th 5-13 4:30pm-5:30pm 11/12-12/3 Tu, Th 5-13

Mtg Resident NonResident 6 $83 $87 6 $83 $87 6 $83 $87 6 $83 $87

HOLIDAY CAMPS HOLIDAYS AT THE FARM CAMP Spend your holiday break at the farm where you will participate in various holiday activities, including games, crafts, gardening, sports, and baking! Participants will have hands-on time with the farm animals. Participants must bring their own lunch, snacks, and drinks to camp everyday. Please make sure that your child is dressed in casual, comfortable, weather-appropriate attire, including closed-toed shoes that you do not mind getting dirty.

Camp hours are 8 am to 3 pm. Afternoon extended care is available from 3pm-6pm.

Course #

Week

Time

Date

Day

Ages

Mtg

Resident

NonRes

420.2.0100

Week 1

8:00am-3:00pm

12/23-12/27

M, Th, F

5-12

3

$95

$99

420.2.0101

Week 1 PM Care

3:00pm-6:00pm

12/23-12/27

M, Th, F

5-12

3

$33

$37

8:00am-3:00pm

12/30-1/3

M, Th, F

5-12

3

$95

$99

3:00pm-6:00pm

12/30-1/3

M, Th, F

5-12

3

$33

$37

420.2.0102

420.2.0103

Week 2 Week 2 PM Care

SPECIALTY CLASSES FEED THE FARM ANIMALS Kids will have the opportunity to assist park staff in feeding the ducks, goats, chickens, rabbits, geese, sheep and miniature pigs.

Course # Time 420.2.0700 9:00am-10:00am 420.2.0701 9:00am-10:00am 420.2.0702 9:00am-10:00am

Date 9/14 10/12 11/9

Day Ages Mtg Resident NonResident Sa 3+ 1 $12 $16 Sa 3+ 1 $12 $16 Sa 3+ 1 $12 $16

SATURDAY HOLIDAY ADVENTURE

GOODNIGHT FARM Come join us in saying goodnight to the farm. Guests will enjoy a night walk through the farm, meet some farm animals, cuddle up near a fire, and roast marshmallows. Every participant must register individually. Children must attend with a registered parent/guardian. Ages 3 and up.

Course # Time 420.2.0707 6:30pm-8:00pm 420.2.0708 6:30pm-8:00pm

Date 10/5 10/19

Day Ages Mtg Resident NonResident F 3+ 1 $26 $30 F 3+ 1 $26 $30

Bring your kids to the farm while you do your holiday shopping! The children will have a blast working alongside the farm animals, learning about gardening, creating fun holiday crafts, and more! Lunch and snacks will be provided.

Course # Time 420.2.0703 10:00am-4:00pm 420.2.0704 10:00am-4:00pm

Date 12/7 12/14

Day Ages Mtg Resident NonResident Sa 5-12 1 $37 $41 Sa 5-12 1 $37 $41

Reserve your fun picnic site today!

Call (408) 794-7275 for more information about reservable sites near you!

EMMA PRUSCH FARM PARK

647 S King Road, San Jose, CA 95116

ph. (408)794-6262

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EMMA PRUSCH FARM PARK

647 S King Road, San Jose, CA 95116

ph. (408)794-6262

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Register Online www.sanjoseca.gov/prns

EMMA PRUSCH FARM PARK

EMMA PRUSCH FARM PARK REGISTRATION POLICIES    

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Our method of registration is designed to offer equal access to all. San José residents and Active Adult members are eligible for early registration.

Customers can register for any class at any PRNS facility.

Registration will be accepted in person, mail, fax, or online.

Phone registrations will not be accepted.

Registration forms will be processed in the order they are received.

Registration will be accepted until the second class meeting if the course is still available. If the course requested is full, the participant will be registered for their second choice or placed on a wait list.

Please be prompt when dropping off or picking up your child from his/her class. Children may not enter the class until the scheduled class or activity time. Children who arrive late to a class or activity should enter quietly and join in the activity.

If a class is cancelled by the City, a make-up class will be added to the end of the session. In the event that a class cannot be rescheduled for a make-up by the City, a refund will be issued for the missed class. If the participant misses a class, no refunds will be issued.

All wait list participants will be contacted only if there is an available spot in the class.

REFUND/TRANSFER POLICY All refund and transfer requests need to be made in writing.  Requests may be submitted in person to any PRNS facility or by email to SJRegistration@sanjoseca.gov.  All refund and transfer requests must be received at least 14 calendar days prior to the start of the program/class. No refunds will be issued for cancellations received less than 14 calendar days prior to the start of the program/class.  There will be a $10 refund processing fee for EACH activity and EACH child. If a class was paid with cash or check, a refund check will be mailed and may take 6-8 weeks for processing.  If a class was paid with a credit card, the refund will be credited back to the credit card.  It may not be possible to refund the class materials charged by the instructor.  Refund and transfers may not be done online.  Transfers must be requested for classes in the same season.

MINIMUM ENROLLMENT/CLASS CANCELLATION The City of San José, Department of Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Services reserves the right to the cancel any class or activity that does not meet a set minimum enrollment. Please register early to avoid class cancellations. We will make every effort to notify you at least five days prior to the scheduled course starting date. Please do not purchase supplies until five days prior to the start of the class. If a class is canceled, you will receive a full refund from the City, excluding class supplies.

SATISFACTION GUARANTEED We want to provide quality programs to all participants. If you are not satisfied with your program, please let us know. Contact staff at your local facility or email us at SJRegistration@sanjoseca.gov

PRE-SCHOOL POLICIES Please refer to the SJ Recreation Preschool Section.

PAYMENT PLANS POLICY

Automatic payments are processed on the twentieth (20 th) day of each month. A full payment is required to hold your child’s spot for the following month. Additionally, if payment is not received by the 1st of the month, students will be withdrawn from the class. If your credit/debit card account changes, please notify the community center front desk staff. If you do not plan to have your child continue, we request that you notify the community center staff at least two (2) weeks prior to your child’s last day. This will allow us to stop your automatic payment on time.

LATE PICK UP POLICY The City of San José, Department of Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Services wants to ensure the safety and well-being of every participant. Participants must be picked up at the scheduled class end time. If, after five minutes, a participant is not picked up, we may charge $1.00 per participant for every minute thereafter. All fees must be paid prior to the participant returning to the class. We understand that emergencies may happen. If you have any emergency and are unable to pick up your child on time, contact the community center.

INCLUSION POLICY The City of San José, Department of Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Services (PRNS) encourages and supports the participation of individuals with all ability levels in programs and services. To facilitate opportunities for people with and without disabilities and to engage in leisure pursuits together, PRNS provides inclusion support services. These services include, but are not limited to interpreters for the deaf or hearing impaired, improved signage, activity modification, additional staff training, accessible equipment and facility features and support staff. To ensure the consideration of the requested accommodation, please notify the specific facility where the program is provided at least two weeks in advance. For more information on inclusion opportunities, specialized recreation services and accommodations, please contact Therapeutic Services at 408.369.6438.

HOST YOUR NEXT EVENT AT PRUSCH PARK! Emma Prusch Farm Park offers hall and picnic area rentals to meet your event needs. We also have party packages available starting at $250! Please contact the office for more information.

PREREQUISITES FOR CLASS Please note all requirements, dates, and times for classes offered before enrolling. All participants must meet the age requirement on the first day of the class or activity.

EMMA PRUSCH FARM PARK

CONTACT US PARK OFFICE Phone: (408)794-6262 Fax: (408)926-9181

647 S King Road, San Jose, CA 95116

ph. (408)794-6262

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