Frequently Asked Questions
Everything parents and guardians need to know about drop-off, supervision, and what to expect in class.
After-school classes are listed from 4 pm to allow students time to be dropped off or walk to the PAC Center. Class instruction start time is 4:30 pm.
Sorry, there is no bus transportation for students. For students at Swarthmore-Rutledge School, there is an escorted walking bus that will pick up registered students at 3:25pm dismissal and walk them to The PAC Center, supervised until class time starts at 4:30pm.
Yes, at your discretion. A parent or guardian must provide written permission via email at the start of the session.
Adult and assistant teen supervision is provided everyday between 3:30 and 4:30pm prior to class start time to snack, do homework, play games and occasionally go outside. During class, teaching artists are mandated to remain present throughout classes along with a teen assistant. Students should not leave the building until picked up by a guardian.
All of our teaching artists have undergraduate degrees in their chosen artistic field and/or an education background. Most have many years of teaching in a variety of educational settings. All adults who are teaching or supervising minors must have current background clearances and mandated reporter certificates on file.
In general, we are a tech-free zone (unless the class requires tech). Students are instructed to put phones and smartwatches away in their bags during class. If the student has an issue, they should alert the teaching artist or PAC staff. If a parent needs to get in touch with a student during class, please call the office.
Youth & Teen classes, tech use is at the discretion of the instructor. If a student needs to leave early, please let the instructor or PAC admin staff know ahead of time.
Yes, for at the end of each session, families are welcomed into the last class for a presentation, performance, showcase or gallery talk (depending on the class theme). Details are emailed to parents ahead of time. At any time, feel free to ask your child's teaching artist any questions about class content at pick up.
Yes, all our Kids & Caregiver classes are designed to have children interact with their caregiver. This class is as much for them as it is for the adults. Be sure you are able to participate and supervise your child during class, especially if you have more than one child in the class.
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