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Q. How do I enroll my children in the <strong>Copley</strong>-<strong>Fairlawn</strong> <strong>City</strong> <strong>Schools</strong>? Students whoare new to the district should register in the Board of Education Offi ce by appointmentonly at 330-664-4800 after the registration packet has been obtained and completed. Theregistration packet is available at the Board of Education Offi ce or can be downloadedfrom the website at www.copley-fairlawn.org. Documents required for registration includethe following: certifi ed copy of the student’s birth certifi cate, student’s social securityinformation, proof of residency (rental/lease agreement or deed along with 2 other proofssuch as utility bills, drivers license, voter registration, etc.), name and address of formerschool, transfer records, copy of individualized education plan or multi-factored evaluationand custody papers, if applicable.Q. When and where can I register my child for kindergarten? Kindergarten registrationis being held March 21, <strong>2013</strong>, at the auxiliary gym at <strong>Copley</strong> High School from 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. and 1:30-4:00 p.m. for the <strong>2013</strong>-2014 school year. You will need to providethe following documents at the time of registration: certifi ed copy of the student’s birthcertifi cate, student’s social security information, proof of residency, and immunization/healthrecord along with a completed registration packet available at www.copley-fairlawn.org orthe BOE offi ce.Q. How can a parent contact the transportation department? The transportationdepartment can be reached at (330) 664-4820.Q. How do I report my child absent from school? You will need to notify the schoolbuilding your child attends. All school buildings have voice mail, and a message can beleft at any time. The school building telephone numbers are as follows: <strong>Copley</strong> HighSchool—(330) 664-4823; <strong>Copley</strong>-<strong>Fairlawn</strong> Middle School—(330) 664-4900; ArrowheadPrimary School—(330) 664-4885; Fort Island Primary School—(330) 664-4890; andHerberich Primary School—(330) 664-4991.Q. How do I know if school is closed due to an emergency or weather conditions?The school district hotline phone number for school closings is (330) 664-4917. Schoolclosings will also be reported by the local media on the following television and radiostations: television stations—WEWS-Channel 5 and WJW-Channel 8; radio stations—WAKR/1590 AM, WKDD/98.1 FM, and WNIR/100.1 FM and also by the district’s 24-hourAlertNow system.Q. What is <strong>Copley</strong>-<strong>Fairlawn</strong> <strong>City</strong> <strong>Schools</strong> school tax identification number that I needto have for my income tax return form? The CFCS tax identifi cation number is 7703.Q. What should I do if I believe that my child is involved in substance abuse?Substance abuse questions may be addressed to Mrs. Toni Ehrman at (330) 664-4831.She can offer suggestions or make a referral to a counselor who can work with you andyour child to assist in the matter.Q. Does <strong>Copley</strong>-<strong>Fairlawn</strong> <strong>City</strong> <strong>Schools</strong> have open enrollment? <strong>Copley</strong>-<strong>Fairlawn</strong><strong>City</strong> <strong>Schools</strong> does not participate in open enrollment. On January 19, 1993, the Board ofEducation of the <strong>Copley</strong>-<strong>Fairlawn</strong> <strong>City</strong> <strong>Schools</strong> adopted Policy JECBB which states: “TheBoard does not wish to participate in Ohio’s open enrollment program for students fromadjacent districts and will not accept students pursuant to such a program.”Q. Can a student attend <strong>Copley</strong>-<strong>Fairlawn</strong> <strong>City</strong> <strong>Schools</strong> on a tuition basis? Uponapproval of the Superintendent, a student who does not live within the boundaries of thedistrict may attend school on a tuition basis. The tuition rate is calculated by the OhioDepartment of Education each year. Contact the Board of Education Offi ce at (330)-664-4800 for the current rate for the <strong>2012</strong>-<strong>2013</strong> school year.Q. How do I know if a property I wish to purchase or rent is located within the<strong>Copley</strong>-<strong>Fairlawn</strong> <strong>City</strong> School <strong>District</strong>? Children may attend school in the district ofresidence in accordance with the owner’s property taxes and with established residencytherein. The Summit County Auditor’s Offi ce website can be utilized to confi rm the schooldistrict to which property taxes are paid at www.co.summit.oh.us/index.htm. The phonenumber for the Auditor’s Offi ce is (330) 643-2678.Q. How can I obtain a high school diploma if I do not have one otherwise and if I ama veteran of World War II, The Korean War, or The Vietnam War? A veteran of WorldWar II, The Korean or Vietnam Wars can obtain a high school diploma as a result of HouseBill 77. <strong>Copley</strong>-<strong>Fairlawn</strong> <strong>City</strong> <strong>Schools</strong> has adopted Policy IGEE to refl ect this provision.Q. How can I apply for employment with the <strong>District</strong>? Application for any certifi edor classifi ed positions can be completed online by following the employment link on the<strong>District</strong> website at www.copley-fairlawn.org.Q. How do I register my children for swim lessons? For swim lesson information,refer to the natatorium schedule located in the Back-to-School insert or at www.copleyfairlawn.org.Interested persons may also call (330) 664-4835.Q. Who can answer questions regarding my child’s participation on school athleticteams, purchasing tickets, or obtaining a sporting events pass? Information regardingathletics can be obtained from the athletic offi ces—(330) 664-4833 (<strong>Copley</strong> High School),and (330) 664-4846 (<strong>Copley</strong>-<strong>Fairlawn</strong> Middle School.)www.copley-fairlawn.orgQ. Does the school district allow community organizations to rent school facilities?Persons or organizations interested in using district facilities for meetings or other activitiesshould contact the Board of Education Offi ce for information regarding Board policies,restrictions, and charges for building and facility rentals. An application and permit for useof school facilities will need to be completed in order to obtain approval for facility usage.School functions take precedence over those of outside organizations. 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