The first day of classes for all Duneland students is Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2009.

Elementary and Intermediate School students will register in their respective buildings on Wed., and Thurs., Aug. 5 & 6 from 1-3 p.m. and 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Chesterton Middle School students will register by grade level. Seventh grade students will register at the school on Monday, Aug. 10 from 1-3 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Eighth grade students will register at the school on Tuesday, Aug. 11 from 1-3 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Students who are unable to register on any of the above dates will be enrolled on the first day of school.

Book rental fees for the 2009-10 school year are Kindergarten/$100; grade 1/$150; grade 2/$137; grade 3/$123; grade 4/$123; grade 5/$124; grade 6/$126; and the middle and high school fees vary according to scheduled classes. Information and applications about free textbooks, instructional materials and supplies will be available for pick up at registration. Parents/Guardians should acquire the application for such assistance at registration as they must file with each school no later than Sept. 4.

Chesterton High School: Students will register on the following days: Freshman and Sophomore Registration Monday, Aug. 10, 2009 Freshmen 8:00-9:30 a.m. A-L; Freshmen 9:30-11:00 a.m. M-Z. Sophomores 12:30-2:00 p.m. A-L; Sophomores 2:00-3:30 p.m. M-Z

Junior and Senior Registration Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2009 Juniors 8:00-9:30 a.m. A-L; Juniors 9:30-11:00 a.m. M-Z. Seniors 12:30-2:00 p.m. A-L; Seniors 2:00-3:30 p.m. M-Z

CHS registration will be closed from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. each day. If CHS students are unable to register at the time designated for his/her grade level, they may register at Open CHS Registration on Wednesday, Aug. 12 from 3:30-6:30 p.m.

NEW Requirements! Proof of Residency (i.e. legal settlement) is required for all NEW students and any student who moved within the district since they last enrolled in school. Acceptable documentation of legal settlement must include the student’s and parent/guardian’s current address on a valid rental/mortgage agreement AND one additional document, such as a valid IN driver’s license, payroll stub, a valid voter’s registration card, copies of current monthly utility bills or a government issued ID.

Important immunization requirements for 2009-2010 school year: All Duneland School Corporation students will be required to provide documentation of the Hepatitis B vaccine series and Varicella (Chicken Pox) vaccine or parental history of the disease, in addition to the minimum immunization requirements. For more information about the minimum immunization requirements, visit the Duneland School Corporation Health Services Website at: www.duneland.k12.in.us/healthservices/immunizations/html

Meningococcal vaccine: A new Indiana law requires each year that parents/guardians are informed “about meningococcal disease and its vaccine” (IC 20-30-5-18). Meningococcal disease is a dangerous disease that can strike children and youth. The disease can progress rapidly and within hours of the first symptoms, may result in death or permanent disability including loss of hearing, brain damage, and limb amputations.

Symptoms of meningococcal disease often resemble the flu and can include a fever, headache, nausea, and stiff neck, making the disease difficult to diagnose. The bacteria that cause meningococcal diseases are transmitted through air droplets and by direct contact with an infected person. Fortunately there is an immunization available and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends routine meningococcal immunizations at 11 to 12 years old. For teenagers, immunization is recommended at high school entry and incoming freshman. Please talk with your child’s health care provider about meningococcal disease and vaccination.

Hot lunch prices: Single hot lunches for elementary and intermediate students will cost $2.00 per day; middle and high school $2.20 per day and adults $2.95 per day. Additional milk is 50¢ per half pint. Breakfast prices for elementary/intermediate students will cost $1.30 per day; middle and high school $1.45 per day and adults $1.65 per day.

Important Update: This is the first year that DIRECT CERTIFICATION will be used to determine free and reduced eligibility. There is NO need to fill out an application if you are currently using the food stamp program or TANF. Your children will be automatically certified to receive FREE Breakfast and Lunch. Parents will only need to fill out one application per household listing all of their children that are students at Duneland Schools. The application can be turned in at any Duneland School Corporation location. Apply early so that your children can start school already approved for free or reduced meals.

All Duneland students who live outside the established walking boundaries of their respective schools will be bused to and from school. Bus routes will be posted at registration and a driver will be available to answer questions in each building. Check with neighbors for approximate bus pick up times. Buses will arrive at the respective buildings approximately 15 minutes before school begins.

CHS Parking Permits: Students are encouraged students to use the school buses, to carpool, and to drive only when essential. Students allowed to drive must present their current driver’s license and completed registration form in order to purchase a parking permit. Parking permits are $10 and may be purchased at registration. Parking Permit Registration Forms may be downloaded by visiting the Corporation website at www.duneland.k12.in.us/chs/. Click on the link “CHS Parking Permit Registration Form” under News and Updates at the bottom of the page. PARENT SIGNATURE IS REQUIRED ON REGISTRATION FORM.

The following opening and closing times have been established for each building for the 2009-10 school year:

Chesterton High School--7:40 a.m. to 2:45 p.m.

Liberty and Westchester Intermediate--8:15 a.m. to 3:05 p.m.

Chesterton Middle School--7:55 a.m. to 2:55 p.m.

All Elementary Schools--8:05 a.m. to 2:25 p.m.

Half-Day Kindergarten--8:05-10:50 a.m. and 11:40 a.m.-2:25 p.m.

Early Dismissal Days: All Duneland students will have early dismissals on the following days: Thursday, Sept. 17, Tuesday, Oct. 6, Wednesday, Nov. 4, Thursday, Nov. 5, Thursday, Dec. 3, Wednesday, Feb. 3, 2010, Thursday, April 8 and Tuesday, May 11 School dismissals times will be: Elementary at 1:35 p.m.; Intermediate at 1:55 p.m., CMS at 2:25 p.m. and CHS at 2:10 p.m.

Bailly Elementary 983-3670; Brummitt Elementary 983-3660; Chesterton Middle 983-3776

Chesterton High 983-3730; Duneland Alt. Learning Ctr. 983-3636; Jackson Elementary 983-3680; Liberty Elementary 983-3650; Liberty Intermediate 983-3690; Westchester Intermediate 983-3710; Yost Elementary 983-3640; Transportation 983-3615; Duneland Administration 983-3600.

Posted 7/3/2009