EXPERIENCE THE WORLD
Winterim is designed to challenge students to expand their knowledge beyond present experiences and to encourage a love of learning. This is accomplished by a small group of students working closely with a faculty member in various non-traditional travel courses. Winterim provides opportunities to fulfill the school’s mission through exploration in academics, arts, outdoors, and athletics. Enrichment opportunities are also offered through cultural exchanges, community service, and internships. Participation in Winterim is required for all upper school students.
INFORMATION & REGISTRATION
TRAVEL COURSES
Registration: May 2025
LOCAL COURSES
Registration: September 2025
REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS
RULES AND PROCEDURES
| what is required for winterim participation? |
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All students in grades 9-12 must participate in a Winterim course. See the section below entitled Course Registration for more information on how to register for a Winterim course. Winterim days are considered academic days in our school calendar; thus the absentee policy is the same as any normal school day. However, any absence from Winterim requires a doctor's note in order to be excused. Each day a student has an unexcused absence will result in three hours of Detention. Once a student has been placed in a course, changes may not be made. Therefore, it is imperative that the student and parent discuss cost options for Winterim courses. Please do not sign up for a course if all course requirements, including costs, cannot be met. Individual Winterim courses will not be allowed. Such courses do not meet the goal of small-group interaction. All students will choose a Winterim course from the courses provided. A student choosing an alternative program will have to use his/her parent request days (limited to five days per year). Only students in grades 10-12 may travel out of state. Students in grade 9 should select a local or in-state Winterim. Some courses require a non-refundable deposit at registration. Due to grade level priority, course popularity and limits, not all students will receive their first choice. Students should be prepared to register for another course if their first choice is filled. No one may participate in a course in which he/she has participated in any previous year. The only exceptions to this are Service learning trips, Internships, and Choosing to Serve. |
| How do i register for a course? |
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Registration for Winterim courses is conducted exclusively online. Educational Travel (grades 10-12) registration is in May. Registration for local courses (grades 9-12) is held in September. During each registration period, students will register in waves based on grade level. Once registration is open to a grade level, those students will be able to register throughout the process. By the close of September registration, every student in grades 9-12 must have completed registration for their official Winterim course selection. Student placement on the waitlist for a course is not considered registration for a course. Students may not register for multiple courses, however, you may indicate a second-choice preference during the registration process. |
| when are deposits and payments due? |
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At the time of registration, payment (either partial or full) is required. Each course will determine the payment due to register. Deposit amounts differ according to the overall cost of the course. Several courses will offer payment plans. If the student is placed in the course and decides to withdraw, the deposit will not be refunded. Thus, it is imperative that parents and students discuss Winterim options before completing the registration form. Please see the note on withdrawals in the course offerings. Payments for online registration are accepted only via credit/debit card. |
| how do WAITLISTs or SECOND CHOICES work? |
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If your first choice course is full, you are welcome to sign-up for that course's waitlist. You do not need to pay a deposit on the waitlist. However, by the close of fall registration, students MUST hold an active seat in a course. Signing up for the waitlist does NOT constitute as enrolling in a course. Since you are able to give a second and third choice option, you will only waitlist if your first choice is full. Please do not waitlist for multiple courses. Do NOT register for TWO courses. Register for ONE course ONLY. Note: During registration, if a spot opens in a course, then students on the waitlist will be automatically placed in that course. Students who no longer wish to be on the waitlist for a specific course, must notify the Winterim staff to remove them from the list. |
| What is the refund and cancellation policy? |
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Educational Travel Refund information We are bound by contracts with travel companies. If you must withdraw from a travel course for any reason, you will only receive a portion of your payments in return. See the scale below. · Withdrawal between May 6 - May 17 – no penalty · Withdrawal between May 18 - July 31: deposit forfeited · Withdrawal between August 1 - September 20: maximum refund available is 60% · Withdrawal between September 21 – November 10 – maximum refund available is 50% · Withdrawal after November 10 – no refund available Your travel sponsor will discuss travel insurance options with all participants. |