Fees are collected to support programs that benefit the students. Fees must be paid by the deadlines specified. Most fees will be collected before a new school year begins. Debts may be incurred any time a student elects to use a temporary ID ($1), when books are damaged or not returned, for damage inflicted on the property of others, etc. Students and parents must take responsibility for making sure that debts are settled as soon as possible. It is the student's responsibility to keep track of debts.

 

For example, a student knows if s/he did not return a book issued by the school and should take the initiative to come to the main office to pay for the item. If a library book is late, the student knows that s/he must come in and pay a fine. If fees, debts, and fines are not paid by deadlines specified by the JCP staff, loss of privileges may result and the student will be placed on the extracurricular privilege revocation list. If the proper forms and fees are not turned in on time, the student may be subject to disciplinary action. Program and locker assignments will not be issued if fees and paperwork are not turned in by the summer orientation dates/time specified by the staff. Debts can be appealed by contacting the Director of Finance and Operations in writing, preferably via email.

 

Sometimes, families face financial hardships. JCP wants all students to be able to participate in programs even when in the midst of a financial crisis. Payment plans and/or fee waivers (requiring submission of W2 forms) are available for families who cannot afford to pay fees. Parents should contact the Director of Finance & Operations ) 773-534-8618 or finance@jonescollegeprep.org) to inquire about these provisions. Fee waivers are not applicable to debts and fines. A payment plan may be worked out for debts and fines with the approval of the Director of Finance and Operations.