If you would you like to continue your education with RGFS, please complete the online form below. Once your form is submitted, you will receive a confirmation email indicating we received your request to continue with RGFS.

For families applying for multiple children, please use one form. Please use the additional child space to list any additional children, include birth date and class.

Please submit this form no later than February 12, 2025. We will begin reaching out to new families on Monday, February 17, 2025

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Parent Name *

First Name

Last Name

Email *

Most communication will be done through email

Child's Name *

Child's Birthdate *

YYYY

We are applying for 2025-26 school year *

Yes

Class Applying *

Select one. Komodo Dragons are older 6s - 9s; Bobcats are older 4s - younger 6s; and Bees are 3 - older 4s

Komodo Dragons (older 6s - 9s) M-F

Komodo Dragons (older 6s - 9s) MWF

Komodo Dragons (older 6s - 9s) T, Th

Bobcats (older 4s - younger 6s) M-F

Bobcats (older 4s - younger 6s) MWF

Bobcats (older 4s - younger 6s) T, Th

Bees (morning) M-F

Bees (morning) M, W, F

Bees (morning) T, Th

Bees M-F (all-day)

Bees M, W, F (all-day)

Bees T, Th (all-day)

Is there anything new we should know about your child? *

Do you have another child who would like to apply? *

Yes

Enter Child 2 information

Enter the details for child 2 (age, class applying for, birthdate)

Add class information for Child 2

Input the class and days of the week you'd like to enroll child 2

Any Additional Information *

Parent Agreement *

I understand that River Gorge Forest School experience requires active parent participation and support at home. We want our students to be as healthy as possible and that includes a healthy environment at school and at home. I will make sure my child is well-nourished and well-rested every day and will participate in parent meetings and weekend events at the school as often as possible. I understand that the school curriculum is experiential and seasonally and nature-based. RGFS is child-directed and includes music, art, social interaction and exploratory play. All teachers are trained in nature/outdoor education. I am aware that RGFS is totally nature-based, and children will be outside in all weather conditions, except severe weather conditions. I am committed to providing my child appropriate clothing for the weather conditions. I understand that RGFS is NOT appropriate for children who do not follow instructions. Children will also be allowed an unusually wide range of physical experiences including going to the bathroom outside. I understand that the admissions process includes a school tour for parents and new children to attend together to determine if RGFS is a good fit for everyone before final enrollment forms are signed. I understand that this application is NOT a contract, and I will expect to hear from the Director of Enrollment to register my family for a school tour (if applicable). If all spaces are full, my child will be placed on a waiting list.

By checking this box I acknowledge the above, have read, and understand this form

Parent Signature *

Electronic Signature: By typing your name here, you are signing this form electronically. You agree your electronic signature is the legal equivalent of your manual signature on the form.

Thank you! Please sign up to attend an Open House to meet with us in person and ensure RGFS is the right fit for your family.

Cheers,

RGFS Family

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