2021-22 ALMA Registration

Join ALMA 2021-22!

ALMA (“world” in Aramaic) is inspired Jewish education for youth and families. The 21/22 ALMA year begins on September 23rd and concludes on May 20th. Our pre-K and K/1 classes meet on Shabbat mornings from 10:00-12:00 and our 2nd-10th graders meet on Shabbat mornings from 10:00-12:00 as well as Thursdays from 3:30-5:30. Learn more about our ALMA program.

***Our Shorashim (Ages 3-5, Pre-K, Amirim (2nd/3rd) and our Ilanot (4th/5th) classes are now FULL. Please email aram@cbinorthampton.org if you would like to be placed on the waiting list for these classes. We will be in touch should a spot open up.

At this point we are very excited about conducting ALMA in person. We will be doing everything possible to make it possible to meet safely in person and intend, at this point, to hold our program primarily outside this Fall.

Of course, we continue to work closely with our COVID Task Force and will be prepared to make changes as needed. We will be in touch over the coming weeks to provide updates on our plans and COVID safety protocols.

* Is your family new to our school this year? If so, welcome!

Please Select OneYesNo

Section A: Family or Caregiver Contact Information

* First Name (Primary)

* Last Name (Primary)

* Email (Primary)

* Phone (Primary)

* Relationship to Student(s) (Primary)

* Street Address (Primary)

Street Address Line 2 (Primary)

* City (Primary)

* State (Primary)

* ZIP (Primary)

* Is there a secondary contact?

Please Select OneNoYes, at the same address as the primary contactYes, but at a different address than the primary contactIf there is a secondary contact, all emails and mailings will go to both contacts. In case of urgent need, the primary contact will be notified first

* First Name (Secondary)

* Last Name (Secondary)

* Email (Secondary)

* Phone (Secondary)

* Relationship to Student(s) (Secondary)

* Street Address (Secondary)

Street Address Line 2 (Secondary)

* City (Secondary)

* State (Secondary)

* ZIP (Secondary)

* Emergency Contact Name

* Emergency Contact Best Phone

* Emergency Contact Relationship

Family Physician Name

Family Physician Phone Number

Insurance Group or ID#

Medical Insurance Provider

Section B: Student Enrollment Information

ALMA Tuition makes it possible for our program to sustain educators, specialists, and provide materials for students. Tuition does NOT cover all of our staffing and overhead needs and is significantly subsidized by CBI. ALMA tuition fees can be paid one time annually or monthly through a payment plan. Financial aid is available to CBI members. Monthly payments will begin with a first payment when you submit this form. The next payment will be on September 15 and on the 15th of the month until May 15, 2022 (10 months total).

ALMA Tuition Rates

Shorashim ("roots") (Ages 3-5, Pre-K) $950, monthly payment $95 month for 10 months
Nitzanim ("flower buds") (K/1) $950, monthly payment $95 month for 10 months
Amirim ("bundles of grain") (2nd/3rd) $1650, monthly payment of $165 for 10 months-Now Full, contact aramrg@gmail.com to get on a waitlist.
Ilanot ("trees") (4th/5th) $1650, monthly payment of $165 for 10 months. Now Full, contact aramrg@gmail.com to get on a waitlist.
Rimonim ("pomegranates") (6th/7th) $1650, monthly payment of $165 for 10 months
Etrogim ("citrons") (8th-10th) $950, monthly payment $95 month for 10 months

Aftercare on Thursday, 2:15-3:15
This year we will be offering an hour of aftercare from 2:15-3:15 prior to ALMA which begins at 3:30. This program is open to all participating ALMA students with class on Thursdays and will include games, art and other activities. You may register for all 30 weeks now or on a weekly basis by signing up by the Monday prior to that week's Thursday classes.
$10 per or $275 for all 30 weeks

Shabbat Morning Pre-Care, 9:30-10:00
This year our program does not begin until 10:00. Synagogue services begin at 9:30 and we will be offering 30 mins of programming for enrolled ALMA students from 9:30-10:00 each week. You may register for all 27 weeks now or on a weekly basis by signing up by the Monday prior to that week's Saturday classes.
$5 per or $125 for all 27 weeks

There are also two electives, Jewish Medicine Making for 4th-6th graders and Conversational Hebrew through Cooking for 7th-9th graders. Learn more about these electives and register here.

Student 1 Information

* Student 1 First Name

* Student 1 Last Name

* Student 1 Birthdate

Student 1 Hebrew Name (if applicable)

What pronouns does your child use?

Student 1's Grade as of Fall 2021

* Student 1 Preferred Name

Student 1 Email (if applicable)

Information will not be shared publicly. Parents will be copied on all communication to students.

Student 1 Phone (if applicable)

Information will not be shared publicly. Students will not be contacted independently from parents.

* Student 1 Allergies or Medications

Please Select OneNoYesDoes your child have allergies or medications we need to know about?

Student 1 Allergy/Medication Details

Please describe allergies and medications with dosage and timing.

* Student 1 Learning Needs: What supports your child to learn better in a traditional classroom?

Student 1 Learning Needs: What supports your child to learn well in a distance learning classroom?

* Student 1: Does your child have a formal IEP or 504 plan?

Please Select OnePlease select oneYesNo

If applicable, upload your student's IEP/504 plan file here

If you have access to your student's IEP, please upload here for their teacher to review

* Student 1: Select Tuition

Select aftercare and/or Shabbat pre-care if desired

I am interested in aftercare or pre-care services for this child but would like to register one week at a time.

Student 2 Information

* Student 2 First Name

* Student 2 Last Name

* Student 2 Birthdate

Student 2 Hebrew Name (if applicable)

What pronouns does your child use?

Student 2's Grade as of Fall 2021

* Student 2 Preferred Name

Student 2 Email (if applicable)

Information will not be shared publicly. Parents will be copied on all communication to students.

Student 2 Phone (if applicable)

Information will not be shared publicly. Students will not be contacted independently from parents.

* Student 2 Allergies or Medications

Please Select OneNoYesDoes your child have allergies or medications we need to know about?

Student 2 Allergy/Medication Details

Please describe allergies and medications with dosage and timing.

* Student 2 Learning Needs: What supports your child to learn better in a traditional classroom?

Student 2 Learning Needs: What supports your child to learn better in a distance learning classroom?

Does your student have a formal IEP or 504 plan?

Please select oneYesNo

Student 2: If applicable and accessible, upload your student's IEP/504 plan file here

* Student 2: Select Tuition

Select aftercare and/or Shabbat pre-care if desired

I am interested in aftercare or pre-care services for this child but would like to register one week at a time.

Student 3 Information

* Student 3 First Name

* Student 3 Last Name

* Student 3 Birthdate

Student 3 Hebrew Name (if applicable)

What pronouns does your child use?

Student 3's Grade as of Fall 2021

* Student 3 Preferred Name

Student 3 Email (if applicable)

Information will not be shared publicly. Parents will be copied on all communication to students.

Student 3 Phone (if applicable)

Information will not be shared publicly. Students will not be contacted independently from parents.

* Student 3 Allergies or Medications

Please Select OneNoYesDoes your child have allergies or medications we need to know about?

Student 3 Allergy/Medication Details

Please describe allergies and medications with dosage and timing.

* Student 3 Learning Needs: What supports your child to learn better in a traditional classroom?

Student3: What supports your child to learn better in a distance learning classroom?

Student3: Does your child have a formal IEP or 504 plan?

Please select oneYesNo

If applicable and accessible, upload your student's IEP/504 plan file here

If accessible to you, please upload your student's IEP for their teacher to review

* Student 3: Select Tuition

Select aftercare and/or Shabbat pre-care if desired

I am interested in aftercare or pre-care services for this child but would like to register one week at a time.

Student 4 Information

* Student 4 First Name

* Student 4 Last Name

* Student 4 Birthdate

Student 4 Hebrew Name (if applicable)

What pronouns does your child use?

Student 4's grade as of Fall 2021

* Student Preferred Name

Student 4 Email (if applicable)

Information will not be shared publicly. Parents will be copied on all communication to students.

Student 4 Phone (if applicable)

Information will not be shared publicly. Students will not be contacted independently from parents.

* Student 4 Allergies or Medications

Please Select OneNoYesDoes your child have allergies or medications we need to know about?

Student 4 Allergy/Medication Details

Please describe allergies and medications with dosage and timing.

* Student 4 Learning Needs: What supports your child to learn better in a traditional classroom?

Student 4: What supports your child to learn better in a distance learning classroom?

Student 4: Does your student have a formal IEP or 504 plan?

Please select oneYesNo

If applicable and accessible, upload your student's IEP/504 plan file here

If you have access to your student's IEP, please upload here for their teacher to review.

* Student 4: Select Tuition

Select aftercare and/or Shabbat pre-care if desired

I am interested in aftercare or pre-care services for this child but would like to register one week at a time.

Section C: Release Forms

* ALMA WAIVER OF LIABILITY (21/22) With full awareness and appreciation of the risks involved, I, for myself and on behalf of my family, spouse, estate, heirs, executors, administrators, assigns, and personal representatives, hereby forever release, waive, discharge, and hold harmless Congregation B’nai Israel, its board members, officers, agents, servants, independent contractors, affiliates, employees, successors, and assigns (collectively the "Released Parties") from any and all liability, claims, demands, actions, and causes of action whatsoever, directly or indirectly arising out of or related to any loss, damage, or injury, including death, that may be sustained by me or any member of my family related to COVID-19 or any other infectious diseases, whether caused by the negligence of the Released Parties or otherwise, while attending ALMA, participating in any activities on Congregation B’nai Israel premises or using any of its facilities or equipment. By signing below I acknowledge and represent that I have read the foregoing Waiver of Liability, understand it and sign it voluntarily as my own free act and deed. I am sufficiently informed about the risks involved in attending ALMA and making use of its facilities and equipment to decide whether to sign this document. No oral representations, statements, or inducements, apart from the foregoing written agreement, have been made to me. I am at least eighteen (18) years of age and fully competent. I execute this document for full, adequate, and complete consideration fully intending to be bound by the same. I agree that this Waiver of Liability shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the law of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, and that if any of the provisions hereof are found to be unenforceable, the remainder shall be enforced as fully as possible and the unenforceable provision(s) shall be deemed modified to the limited extent required to permit its enforcement as a whole.

By typing my name, I have read and understand the above statement.

* Memorandum of Understanding: ALMA Staff will review appropriate behaviors and expectations with students. If staff notice something on my child(ren)’s video that they determine is not appropriate, they may turn off my child(ren)’s video until the issue is resolved. Bullying, including cyberbullying, during a session or outside of a session will not be tolerated. Issues and consequences will be addressed with the student and a parent.

By typing my name, I have read and understand the above statement.

* Media Release: From time to time your child's photo may be taken in our classrooms or at special events. We use these photos in our newsletters, on our website, in our Facebook posts and other publicity materials.

Please Select OneI grant permission for my child(ren)'s image to be used in all mediaI grant permission for my child(ren)'s image to be used only in internal synagogue mediaI do not grant permission for my child(ren)’s image to be used

Section D: Additional Information

Is there anything else you want us to know about you, your family, or your students as we enter into the school year?

Section E: Membership

While CBI family membership is not required to enroll in ALMA, we strongly encourage it! We are trying to build a meaningful and authentic community within ALMA. We also aim to encourage the development of strong bridges between our ALMA families and the broader community at CBI and Abundance Farm. In a world where so many people feel isolated and long for deep connection, we offer a unique, inclusive, multi-generational community that offers a wide range of services, programs and opportunities for connection.

With this in mind, we approach participation in ALMA as more than a transactional or fee-for-service relationship. By joining CBI as members you are making a powerful statement of commitment to our Jewish community and helping to ensure that we continue to thrive for generations to come.

While our community depends on membership dues to operate, we also recognize that the cost of membership may serve as an obstacle to many people. We want to say in no uncertain terms that cost should never be a barrier to membership! We really mean this. We offer a suggested sliding scale for membership based on income which is meant to serve as a guide rather than a rule. As CBI members, you also become eligible for reduced ALMA fees.

If you are interested in learning more about CBI membership, we would love to talk with you! If you click the box below, someone will be in touch with you shortly.

Are you interested in CBI Membership?

Please Select OneI am already a CBI member.I am interested in CBI membershipI am not interested in CBI membership at this time

Section F: Payment Information

Your ALMA Tuition Total is below. Upon submission, you will have the chance to decide your payment plan.

* Are you requesting Financial Aid? There are many impediments to Jewish education but finances should never be one. We ask that every family commits to some financial contribution, however we are very happy to discuss financial aid options for any CBI member family that may require tuition assistance. If you select yes, you will discuss your payment ability in a confidential meeting with the Executive Director.

Please Select OneNoYesPlease contact the Executive Director, Emily Kieval, at director@cbinorthampton.org for further conversation.

Minimum Payment Due: If you are requesting financial assistance, we require a minimum $100 amount due at the time of registration. Upon submitting this registration, you will see the payment options page where that minimum payment can be submitted. Your registration is not complete unless the minimum payment of $100 is made.

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