2012–13 School Year Major Dates

First Day of ClassesGrades 1–12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Monday, August 27Early Childhood Program Group A . . .Monday, August 27 Early Childhood Program Group B . . .Tuesday, August 28

Labor Day Long WeekendRegular dismissal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Thursday, August 30Classes resume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Tuesday, September 4

Columbus Day Holiday . . . . . . . . . . . .Monday, October 8

Thanksgiving Vacation12:00 p.m. dismissal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Tuesday, November 20Classes resume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Tuesday, November 27

Winter VacationECP-Grade 5—12:00 p.m. dismissal . . .Friday, December 14Grades 6–12—3:10 p.m. dismissal . . . .Friday, December 14Classes resume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Wednesday, January 2

Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday . . .Monday, January 21

Presidents’ Day Holiday . . . . . . . . . . .Monday, February 18

Spring VacationRegular dismissal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Thursday, February 28Classes resume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Monday, March 11

Spring Long WeekendRegular dismissal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Thursday, March 28Classes resume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Tuesday, April 2

Memorial Day Holiday . . . . . . . . . . . . .Monday, May 27

Senior Dinner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Thursday, May 30

Last Day of ClassesECP–Grade 5—11:00 a.m. dismissal . .Thursday, May 30Grades 6–8—10:00 a.m. dismissal . . .Friday, May 31Grades 9–12—11:00 a.m. dismissal . .Friday, May 31

Baccalaureate Service . . . . . . . . . . . . .Friday, May 31

Commencement10:00 a.m. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Saturday, June 1

Tuition and Fees Schedule

2012–13 Academic Year

Need-Based Financial AssistanceNorth Cross School is committed to making educational opportunities available to qualified students without regard to their financial circumstances. The financial assistance program helps the School enroll a talented, bright, socially and economically diverse community of students. There are no athletic scholarships or any other non-need-based extracurricular scholarships.

North Cross School subscribes to the belief of the National Association of Independent Schools that the primary responsibility for funding the cost of education resides with the family. Thus, a financial commitment is expected of each family. The School’s financial assistance program can help close the gap between the cost of attending North Cross School and a family’s ability to pay, as determined by needs methodology used by the School and Student Service for Financial Aid (SSS).

In the administration of its financial assistance program, North Cross School does not discriminate on the basis of race, nationality, or ethnic origin.

Please contact the Admission Office for more information.

MissionNorth Cross School is an independent, coeducational, college-preparatory day school that serves children from early childhood through twelfth grade. In all of its programs, North Cross School strives to promote in its students: scholarship and a love of learning; character and a sense of personal integrity and responsibility; and a commitment to the good of the community and all within it. Although we prepare our students to enter the finest colleges and universities in the country, we understand that such preparation is of greatest use when it provides for our students the personal and intellectual skills to lead full and meaningful lives. In all things, North Cross School endeavors to be true to its motto: Veritas Vincit – The Truth Will Triumph.

4254 Colonial Avenue, Roanoke, VA 24018540-989-6641 • 540-989-7299 (FAX) • www.northcross.org

2012–13 Additional FeesLower School

Grades Annual Fee

ECP Level 1 $170

ECP Level 2 $180

ECP Level 3: Kindergarten $190

1 $200

2 $200

3 $240

4 $280

5 $330

*Includes textbooks/workbooks, classroom equipment and supplies, library materials, athletics, drama, music, art, red and white shirts, standardized testing. (Field trips are now included in tuition.)*Excludes cafeteria charges, spirit store purchases, and required NCS apparel.

Middle SchoolGrades Annual Fee

6 $230

7 $240

8 $270

*Includes classroom equipment and supplies, library materials, science lab fees, athletics, drama, music, intramurals, and standardized testing. (Field trips are now included in tuition.)*Excludes textbooks (range from $200–500), calculators (~$100), cafeteria charges, spirit store purchases, and required NCS apparel.*Some classes require additional materials with additional fees.

Upper SchoolGrades Annual Fee

9–11 $490

12 $690*Includes $200 Technology Fee, classroom equipment and supplies, library materials, athletics, drama, music, standardized testing, and Graduation Fee (12th only). (Field trips are now included in tuition.)*Excludes textbooks (range from $200–600), calculators (~$100), science and art lab fees, language national exam fees, college entrance exam fees, cafeteria charges, spirit store purchases, and required NCS apparel.*Some classes, such as AP classes, art and science classes require additional materials, lab and testing fees (~$50–100 per class).

Optional Charges

Student Accident InsuranceStudent accident insurance is required for all students not covered under a health insurance plan. The School offers student accident insurance for a flat fee of $28, to defray medical costs due to injury, on or off campus, during the course of the school year. Families may waive the school-provided accident insurance with proof of comparable coverage.

School Bus TransportationBus service may be available for an additional fee to certain areas of the Roanoke Valley and surrounding communities. Interest should be indicated at the time of enrollment. A minimum ridership per route is required.

LunchThe School dining hall offers a hot lunch, salad bar, baked potato bar, and milk or a variety of juice drinks. A full daily lunch costs approximately $5, with à la carte items priced individually.

Extracurricular ProgramsThe School and the Carter Athletic Center offer after-school programs in interscholastic athletics, music, and swimming. Some programs require additional fees, which vary.

Extended Day ProgramsNorth Cross School offers an Extended Day Program for students in the Early Childhood Program through eighth grade. The program is licensed by the Virginia Department of Social Services. It is not an extension of the academic program but offers enrichment opportunities for younger children and supervised study periods for older children. Holiday Care is available during some school holidays and vacations for students in the Early Childhood Program through fifth grade, providing that a minimum registration is met. After-school Care (billed monthly September through May):ECP Level 1 1–3 p.m. $1,800/yearECP Level 1 1-6 p.m. $3,800/yearECP Level 2–Grade 5 3–6 p.m. $2,600/yearGrades 6-8 3:15–6 p.m. $60/week Drop-in Care: ECP–Grade 5 (billed monthly):First full hour or partial hour $15Each additional half hour or fraction thereof $10

Drop-in Care: Grades 6–8 (billed monthly):First full hour or partial hour $12Each additional half hour or fraction thereof $8

Holiday Care (billed monthly):ECP-Grade 5 8 a.m.–6 p.m. $60/day

Students not picked up promptly by 6 p.m. will be charged $20 per quarter hour or fraction thereof. Teachers and staff will remain with students until parents arrive.

2012–13 TuitionThe Board of Trustees established the following fee schedule for 2012–13:

Grades Tuition

ECP Level 1 $5,500

ECP Level 2 $7,740

ECP Level 3: Kindergarten $9,480

1, 2, 3 $11,470

4, 5 $12,330

6, 7, 8 $13,440

9, 10, 11, 12 $14,320

Tuition Payment PlansPlan Billing

One payment Due August 15, 2012

Two paymentsDue August 15, 2012, and December 15, 2012

Ten payments Billed monthly between July 2012 and April 2013

Under all payment plans, a non-refundable deposit of $500 is required at the time of enrollment. A student’s enrollment is contingent upon completion of their current grade in good standing. The obligation to pay full tuition and fees begins July 1, 2012, regardless of withdrawal or absence for any reason.

Tuition Refund PlanThe Tuition Refund Plan insures your annual financial obligation under the terms of the Enrollment Agreement. The School recommends that all parents consider it carefully. Participation in the Tuition Refund Plan is required for all new students and any returning student who is not in good standing at the time of re-enrollment. The premium rate of 2.75% of tuition will be billed.

Additional ExpensesDuring the course of the school year, there are additional expenses that depend on the student’s grade level and chosen courses. These expenses are for items not included in tuition, many of which are included in the following additional fees. Items excluded will be billed directly to student accounts as incurred.