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Course RegistrationCourse registration may take place over the telephone, by mailing/faxing ina completed course registration form or by going online to www.northhouse.orgUpon receipt of a registration and payment of the registration deposit, space in theselected course is reserved. A confirmation packet is then mailed out, including arequired tools/materials list, a list of local accommodations and a liability releaseform which must be signed prior to class.Course Sizes & Registration DeadlinesCourses are intentionally kept small and often fill quickly. Pre-registrationas early as possible is encouraged. Registering at least three weeks prior to thecourse start date is especially advisable as courses without a minimum number ofregistrations may be cancelled. If you find a class you want to take close to the startdate, give us a call. Last minute changes may open a spot just for you!Deposit & PaymentsA registration deposit equal to $50 or 33% of the course tuition (whicheveris greater) is due upon registration. For courses with tuition less than $50, theregistration deposit equals the full course tuition. The remaining tuition balanceplus the materials fee (unless otherwise indicated), is due three weeks before thecourse begins. For courses where the materials fee varies, the fee is paid directly tothe instructor on the first day of class. Payments must be made in US funds by cash,check or money order payable to North House Folk School. We also accept creditcards: Visa, M/C, AMEX or Discover.Waiting ListsNorth House manages waiting lists for courses that have filled to capacity.Individuals on the waiting list are contacted only if an opening becomes available.CancellationsIf we must cancel a course, students receive a full refund of any payments madefor that course. Students who cancel their enrollment more than 21 days prior tothe first day of the course will receive a refund less a $50 cancellation fee to coveradministrative costs. In recognition of the time and energy instructors invest inpreparing for courses, students who cancel their enrollment 21 days or less prior tothe first day of the course are not eligible for a refund.Age Policy/“Age with Adult” Intergenerational LearningAll classes at North House Folk School are designed for and open to students18 years old and up. In the interest of encouraging intergenerational learning, someNorth House courses are open to students under the age of 18 provided that theyare accompanied by a fully enrolled adult student. Due to the unique nature of eachcourse, minimum age requirements are defined by the instructor. All courses thatare open for intergenerational learning are clearly defined by the course description.Generally youth tuition is discounted 25% , please inquire at registration aboutrestrictions and more information.Local DiscountsA local discount of 25% off course tuition (up to $200 a calendar year) isavailable to legal, year round residents of Cook County, MN. The discount does notapply to materials fees. Proof of residency is required (MN Driver’s License or MNState ID).ScholarshipsScholarships are available based on financial need. Call for more information.Non-Discrimination PolicyIn North House Folk School programs, no individual or group will bediscriminated against because of race, gender, national origin, age or disability.MembershipNorth House Folk School exists thanks to the financial support of 800+donors whose foresight and generous commitment have been an essential. If oureducational efforts align with your own ideals and interests we encourage you tobecome a supporting member. Every gift makes a difference.Membership benefits include two annual course catalogs, our membershipnewsletter Shavings, invitations to special events and programs, and freeadmissionto special event speaker programs.North House Folk School is recognized by the Internal Revenue Service asa 501(c)(3) non-profit school. All donations are tax deductible to the extentallowed by law.Memorials, In-Kind Gifts and Endowment BequestsNorth House Folk School welcomes many types of charitable contributions aslong as they support our educational mission and vision. Gift types include annualsupport, memorials, in-kind donations and planned giving. For more information ongiving, please contact us at 888.387.9762. North House’s endowment fund is partof the Cook County Community Fund and the Duluth-Superior Area CommunityFoundation.888-387-9762.course registration&membership form .Name ______________________________________________Mailing Address _______________________________________City ____________________State __________ Zip __________Phone ______________________________________________E-mail _____________________________________________YES, I want to sign up for the following courses:Course Title Date of Course Tuition Materials__________________ _________ ______ ________________________ _________ ______ ______55Totals______ _______Deposit ($50/course or 1/3 tuition, whichever is greater) ______YES, I know North House is a 501(c)3 non-profit and want tosupport its mission. (Your gift is tax-deductible.)My/Our donation amount is: $25 $50 $75 $100 Other _____Please list my/our name as follows for donor recognition: _________________ This donation is for North House annual/membership support campaign___ This gift is a memorial recognizing _____________________________ I/We wish to be anonymous___ My gift will be matched by my employer___ I have included North House in my estate___ I would like to learn more about including North House endowment in my willPayment InformationTotal Enclosed: Deposit of ______ + Donation of ______ = ___________ check enclosed: made payable to North House Folk School___ credit card: please bill my credit cardname on credit card _______________________________card number ____________________________________exp. date _____ security code (on back of card) ______Admin use onlyREG____CR_____DB_____more details, more photos: www.northhouse.org