We answer a few questions and so do our Lawyers.

Q: What is the ACE Program term and hours?

A:The ACE Program runs for the entire school year, August 22 – May 31 on a semester schedule (20 weeks)
AFTER SCHOOL ONLY, Monday – Friday, 3:15 – 5:30 PM

Q: Where is The ACE Program Located?
A: The ACE Program is held at the Sycamore Jr. High School, Room 135. E.H Greene School students take their normal bus to SJHS; where they disembark and meet in the cafeteria to sign in for the program.

Q: Does the ACE Program take a day off?
A: The ACE Program follows the district school calendar. When school is closed or on break, so is the ACE Program. This includes snow & calamity days.

Q: Does every participant really get an Apple iPAD?
A: YES, **If you register for The Ace Program by 08/15/2012 you will receive the latest iPAD. Title to an Apple iPAD shall be transferred to the participant upon completion of the ACE program term. If you register for the ACE- BYOT (Bring Your Own Tablet) option you will not receive an iPAD, but you will get a discounted weekly tuition rate.

Q: What 21st Century skills will my child learn?
A: Our curriculum focuses on the principles of Marketing, Graphic & Interactive Design and Application Development. The project based technology labs provide hands-on experience with the latest hardware and software applications. Programming, design, team leadership, collaboration, and digital literacy are just a few of the skills acquired during an ACE Program term.

Q: Is there homework in the ACE Program?
A: NO, Our curriculum is designed to be fun and engaging and there is plenty of time during the term to complete their projects in the lab. In fact there is homework table time available to work on their assignments from school. That way they can get a jump on their assignments before they get home.

Q: Do I have to sign up for a whole ACE Program term?
A: YES, in order to receive your free Apple iPAD you must complete the full semester term. However, you can participate in other after school activities that meet one day a week: such as advanced orchestra, ski club, student council, band concerts, play rehearsals etc. and still receive all the benefits of the ACE Program.

Q: What projects will you be working on during the 2012 term?
A: The following are a few of the ACE Program 2012 term projects:
- Mobile Portal Design and Development
- National STEM Video Game Challenge - Design Your Own Game
- Music Video for Consumer Product
- Multi- Media Blog
- Social Media Strategy for New Product and Video Game Launch

Q: Does iDaP academy offer a Summer Camp Program?
A: YES, we offer Summer Day Camp programs that operate weekly from June - August. iDaP academy Day Camps are available at select greater Cincinnati YMCA's and the City of Montgomery. Summer Campus is flexible and fun.

Q: Does iDaP academy offer any scholarships for participation in the ACE Program?
A: We strive to be catalysts for creativity and provide tuition assistance to participants who face financial hardship. iDaP academy awards limited scholarships based on financial need. An application is not a guarantee of tuition assistance. Please contact our office at 513-400-3411 to discuss tuition assistance & scholarship options.

Q: What if my child is enrolled in the ACE Program and is sick?
A: If a child is unable to attend school (for any reason including illness or suspension), he or she may not attend the ACE program for that day.

Q: My child created the world's best game or app. What about Intellectual Property?
A: iDaP staff, may from time to time, be assisting participants in the ACE Program with the development of intellectual property which may be owned by the participant and other participants with whom they have collaborated. The ACE Program will encourage the development of such intellectual property. However, neither iDaP nor its staff are attorneys nor can iDaP or its staff advise the participant as to his or her rights in and to such intellectual property. Neither participant or his or her parents shall rely upon the advice of iDaP or its staff as to the protection of such intellectual property and they hereby release iDaP and its directors, officers, and staff from any and all claims related to such intellectual property.

Q: What is your admissions policy?
A: The ACE Program is a voluntary, fee-based program. There are a limited number of children that can be served; therefore, children are accepted on a first come, first serve basis. Enrollment for children with special needs will be made on an individual basis and iDaP may not be able to accommodate all special needs. The ACE Program is contingent upon minimum enrollment criteria, staff availability, and facility availability. If for any reason, the ACE Program is canceled, parents will be given as much notice as possible.

Q: How much is the Tuition and what does it cover?
A: Tuition is $85 per week. There is also a $50.00 non refundable application fee.
The Weekly Tuition Includes:
- Small Group Personalized Instruction (10:1 Ratio)
- Experienced Adult Instructors
- Innovative Project Based Curriculum
- Technology Lab Develops Contemporary Career Skills
- Daily Snack
- Balanced Programming— Outdoor activities
- Client Conference Showcase
- An Apple iPAD®** for every registered participant (Take your iPAD® home, really—it is yours to keep!)
- Flex Credit Eligibility*— Earn High School and College Credit (*Follows existing credit approval process)

Q: Is tuition for the ACE Program tax deductible?
A: You’re in luck! So long as the child is a qualifying dependent, which for purposes of your scenario means your dependent child is under the age of 13 (some other exceptions apply), and you can deduct qualifying child care expenses. You claim the expenses as part of the credit for child and dependent care expenses. The nonrefundable credit can be up to 35% of your qualifying expenses, depending upon your income, up to a maximum of $3,000 for one child or $6,000 for two or more children. These expenses must be reduced by the amount of any dependent care benefits provided by your employer that you exclude from your income, if any. Our Lawyers made us state this disclaimer: Before relying on any information regarding personal deductions given on this site, contact a tax professional to discuss your particular situation.