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After School Frequently Asked Questions

The DPIE After School Enrichment Program is brought to you as a result of our school community outreach to which our families overwhelmingly requested after-school programs for their elementary school students.

DPIE’s After School Program’s goal is to help students develop a love and interest in learning either by exploring programs of high interest or taking courses that are outside of their normal classroom experience.  All courses are designed to be fun as well as challenging.

Who can enroll in the elementary after-school program?
Students in grades K -5 who attend school in the Dublin Unified School District may enroll in the courses offered at their home school.
Where will the elementary after-school program be held?
The DPIE After School Enrichment Program is offers courses at all elementary school sites in the Dublin Unified School District. Classes are held 10 minutes after the final bell of the day.
What are the dates and hours for the elementary after-school program?

Each school year three different seasons of the elementary after-school program are offered: Fall, Winter and Spring. Exact dates are determined based on the DUSD school calendar and vary annually. All courses offered are 600 minutes long and can be either 10 sessions of 60 minutes, 9 sessions of 67 minutes or 8 sessions of 75 minutes. The length and time of the course depends on the class type and the DUSD official school calendar. Wea re now offering some 90-minute classes as well.

FALL: August through November

WINTER: November through March

SPRING: March through May

Why do I have to pay to enroll my student in elementary after-school courses?
The State of California does not fund after-school enrichment courses for any California public school district. Without your fees, there could not be no Enrichment After School Program.
What does the enrollment fee for the elementary after-school program cover?
DPIE charges a fee for its After School Enrichment Program to pay the costs for teacher and staff salaries, additional mandatory employer expenses, utilities, custodial service, supplies and rental of classroom facilities, chrome books, and other related costs. After all program related costs are covered, DPIE offers donations back to each school site administration, PFC and student council for their discretionary use. Therefore, a portion of your tuition cost is given directly to your student’s school for their benefit.
What method of payment do you accept?
When you enroll online, you will be required to pay the enrollment fee with your credit card. Our website is secure and encrypted so you can feel safe in paying online. Your card number is not stored. Please contact us if you need additional payment information or have payment questions.
Do you offer a sibling discount?

We now offer a 10% discount for registering two or more students  from the same household. This should automatically be reflected in portal when you register. 10% is taken off the most expensive class in your cart.  Please contact us if you believe you should receive this discount and don’t see it in your account.

Is financial aid available?

DPIE offers a limited amount of financial aid each season to help make our enrichment programs accessible to more families.

To be considered for financial aid, applicants must provide a current school year Free & Reduced-Price Meal Award Letter from Dublin Unified School District. You can apply for or access your award letter by visiting:

https://www.myschoolapps.com/Home/PickDistrict

If you have questions about the financial aid process or need assistance, please email info@dpie.org. We’re happy to help!

Which grade levels may enroll in elementary after-school courses?
Students currently enrolled in grades K-5 may enroll in the elementary after-school courses. Please review course details closely as appropriate grade level varies for each course offered.
What is the cost of enrolling in an elementary after-school course?
Tuition varies depending on the course selected. All material fees (chess boards, art supplies, chromebook rental) is included in the fee.  Please keep an eye on our website for upcoming session course offerings and pricing. We offer discount pricing for early enrollments – Enroll Early and Save
What is the refund policy if we change our mind or have a scheduling conflict?

Dublin Partners in Education (DPIE) Refund & Transfer Policy

At Dublin Partners in Education (DPIE), we strive to provide high-quality enrichment experiences for every student. Our classes require minimum enrollment to run, and instructors are hired based on registration numbers. To help us plan successfully, we have established the following refund and transfer policy.

If DPIE Cancels a Class

If DPIE cancels a class for any reason, including low enrollment, DPIE will reach out to you with the following options:

  • Transfer your student to another available class.

  • Receive a credit to your DPIE account.

  • Receive a refund to your original method of payment.

If we do not hear back from you, the full amount will automatically be credited to your DPIE account.

Parent Cancellation Policy

14 or More Days Before the Session Begins (Until 8/9/2026 11:59pm)

You may choose one of the following:

  • Refund to your original payment method: Full refund minus a $25 cancellation fee
  • DPIE Account Credit: Receive a 100% account credit with no cancellation fee. Credits are valid for one year from the date of issue.

8–13 Days Before the Session Begins (Until 8/16/2026 11:59pm)

You may choose one of the following:

  • Refund to your original payment method: Full refund minus a $50 cancellation fee
  • DPIE Account Credit: Receive an account credit minus a $25 cancellation fee. Credits are valid for one year from the date of issue.

7 Days or Less Before the Session Begins

  • Refunds and transfers are not available, as instructors and supplies have already been committed.

Self-Service Transfers

Families may transfer to another available class at no cost up to one week before the session begins.

Simply log in to your DPIE Active account to make changes yourself, or contact us at 925.587.5610 or email info@dpie.org and we’ll be happy to assist.

Thank you for understanding. These policies help us keep our enrichment programs running smoothly while providing the best possible experience for our students and instructors.

 

Liability Release

 

By enrolling in the Enrichment After School Program, I acknowledge and release Dublin Partners in Education (DPIE), its officers, employees, agents, and volunteers from any liability arising from the program’s activities. I understand that DPIE does not provide accident or medical coverage for students. For this agreement, “liability” refers to any claims, losses, or damages I or my heirs may have due to personal injury, illness, or property damage, except in cases of negligence.

 

 

**Important:** Please read, understand, complete, and sign this form as part of your enrollment to ensure your spot in the class.

Please note: **No refunds are available within 7 days of the class start date**, or once the class has begun, as we’ve already confirmed with our vendors and teachers and secured your student’s spot.  Also, there are no transfers once a class has begun.

Do you prorate the enrollment fee if my student is ill and or has a schedule conflict that causes him/her to be absent?
DPIE does not prorate the tuition fee to accommodate any type of absence or tardy. Therefore, we strongly encourage you to thoroughly review your calendar for any conflicts prior to enrolling your student in one of our courses. 
My child has special needs, can I enroll them in the after-school program? 
If you have a student with special needs, please call our offices prior to enrolling your student to discuss their specific circumstances and in which course you would like to enroll him/her.  We will then communicate with the teacher to see if they are able to meet your student’s needs and if the course curriculum is compatible with your child’s needs/abilities.
If my child goes to EDCC, can I enroll them in the after-school program and how will he/she get to and from EDCC? 
All EDCC students can enrolled in the DPIE After School Program and must check in to EDCC before going to their DPIE course.

Kindergarten students only will be checked out from EDCC just prior to the beginning of the class meeting and will be checked back in to EDCC at the end of the class by the DPIE vendor instructor or teacher. Students in grades 1-5 will be allowed to walk to and from EDCC on their own before and after their DPIE class. EDCC teachers will sign the students in from their afterschool course.

For more information, please contact your EDCC Site Director. More details can be found here https://dpie.org/extended-day-child-care/

How do I enroll my student in the elementary after-school program?

Enrollment in our program takes place online at  www.dpie.org. Click on the word “Elementary” at the top of the site, then select your student’s school site which will take you to the list of courses offered at their school site and all details in relation to those courses. Courses are filled on a first come, first served basis, as determined by the date stamp at the completion of enrollment. Seating is limited so please consider enrolling early. Once you have completed enrollment you will receive an email receipt.  You will receive a welcome email 5 days before the course begins verifying course details – dates, time & room #.

May my student take more than one course at the same time in the DPIE After School Program?
Yes. Because we offer different courses on different days of the week, you are able to mix and match multiple courses that fit together and work with your family schedule and the number of days out of the week in which you would like your student to be involved in our program. A student can take 1- 5 courses in each session if they so desire.
When may I enroll my student in the DPIE After School Program? 
Enrollment for each session of our after-school program typically opens as follows:

FALL: July

WINTER: September

SPRING: February

Families who have previously participated in our program will receive email notification in advance informing them when enrollment will open as well as when it is open.

When will I receive confirmation of enrollment and details about my student’s course?

You will receive several emails from DPIE between the time you enroll and shortly before your student’s course begins

  1. You will receive an enrollment receipt upon enrollment in the program. Please keep this for your records and proof of enrollment.
  2. Approximately 5 days before instruction begins, you will receive a welcome email with details specific to your student’s course and a reminder email the day the course begins.
  3. Additional emails will be sent during the after-school program to inform you of any program updates.
How can I learn about what my student is doing in class?

Instructors are asked to send an email communication to parents as follows:

  1. Within the first two weeks of the beginning of instruction.
  2. Approximately 5 – 6 weeks into the session
  3. Two to three weeks before the end of the session
Will my student be assigned homework?
As an enrichment program, we strive to engage students in learning through fun. This fun learning occurs in the classroom with our teachers/instructors and their peers.  Because our teachers are “teaching their passion” and have no content standards to get through in an enrichment program vs. the quicker pace in the regular school year to get through all the content standards, they are able to go more in depth regarding their content through engaging and creative methods in the classroom. This richer and more varied educational experience provides a greater comprehensiveness than in a typical classroom getting students to a place of enduring understanding about that content. 
What is the attendance policy?
The DPIE After School Program is an enrichment program therefore, there is no formal attendance policy, however, please be reminded that absences and/or tardies will create a gap in your child’s experience and can cause a disruption for other students enrolled in the course. DPIE does not prorate tuition fee to accommodate any type of absence or tardy.
Are report cards distributed?
No. The DPIE After School Program is for enrichment only and is a chance for your student to learn while having fun.
My questions were not answered, what should I do? 

If you need additional information or have a question that was not answered, please contact:

Angela Clifford
Program & Marketing Director

Dublin Partners In Education
925 584 5964

angela@dpie.org