Discovery Club is a non-profit, self supporting program. It operates on the fees paid by parent/guardian(s) of enrolled children. Therefore, it is essential that fees be paid promptly. Fees are based on the fee contract, not actual attendance.

Before the school year and summer programs, parents/guardians are issued packets of bi-weekly payment slips; the appropriate payment slip needs to be enclosed with each payment. Payment is due on or before the due date for each billing period. Payment should be made by check or money order, payable to I.S.D. #625, and must be mailed to the Discovery Club Administrative Office, 1001 Johnson Parkway, St. Paul 55106. If dependent care forms, etc., need to be completed by the billing staff, mail them with your payment and include a self addressed stamped envelope.

Financial assistance is available to qualifying families through:

1. Discovery Club - call 651-793-5426.

2. County Sliding Fee Program for working parents/guardians - call Resources for Child Caring, 651-641-6665.

3. For parents in school or training programs - call Ramsey County Human Services, 651-266-4444 or 651-266-8500.

Families receiving county subsidy must provide written authorization of their eligibility before child care can begin. If subsidy is denied, the parent/guardian is responsible for all fees incurred.

LATE PAYMENTS

If payment is not received by the due date, children are subject to withdrawal. If extenuating circumstances exist, contact the Administrative Office at 651-793-5428 or 651-793-5429.

NSF CHECKS

When a check is returned for non-payment, the exact amount of the check must be re-submitted within two days of notification. Failure to do so may result in termination of child care. More than two NSF checks may require future payments to be made by money order or cash.