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FAQ

What is the Scarsdale Adult School?
Who may attend the Scarsdale Adult School?
How is the School run?
How do I register for a class?
How may I suggest a course?
When are the classes held?
Where do classes meet?
Who are the faculty members?
How may I become a faculty member?
What is the refund and cancellation policy?
Are classes cancelled in bad weather?
How do I get to the various locations of the School?
How do I contact the Scarsdale Adult School?
How may I become a volunteer?


What is the School’s Vaccination Policy?

For any in-person class in Fall 2021, a student must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and agree to submit a valid proof of such vaccination prior to class as a condition of registration. By submitting this proof of vaccination, a student authorizes Scarsdale Adult School to provide such proof to the facility where the course is venued. Masks will be required for all attendees.

Prior to in-person attendance, each student must send a scanned copy of a vaccination record via email to Registrar@ScarsdaleAdultSchool.org or bring a photocopy on the first day of class to submit to the SAS greeter at check-in.

What is the Scarsdale Adult School?

The Scarsdale Adult School is a continuing education program that offers an enrichment curriculum for lifelong learning. Day and evening courses are offered throughout the year. There is a wide choice of intellectually stimulating, recreational, and skill-enhancing courses and lectures. Subjects range from literature, history, and music, to computer use, crafts, fitness, cooking, dancing, and bridge.

Established in 1938, the School is an independent, not-for-profit organization chartered by the New York State Board of Regents. The Scarsdale Adult School is supported solely by course fees and tax deductible gifts.

Who may attend the Scarsdale Adult School?

The School is open to all adults, regardless of residency. Students are admitted without regard to race, gender, disability, ethnic origin, or sexual identity. Every effort will be made to accommodate the handicapped. Please let us know if you have any special needs.

Those who have not received a catalog in the mail may request one online or by calling (914) 723-2325. Many courses have limited enrollment and fill up immediately.

How is the School run?

The School is administered by an Executive Director and professional staff:

Jill Serling, Executive Director: Director@ScarsdaleAdultSchool.org
Andi Goldstein, Registrar: Registrar@ScarsdaleAdultSchool.org
Komal Choksi, Administrative Staff: Komal@ScarsdaleAdultSchool.org
Amy Bitterman, Business Manager: BusinessManager@ScarsdaleAdultSchool.org
Diane Baylor, Publicity: Publicity@ScarsdaleAdultSchool.org
Amy Bitterman, Development: Development@scarsdaleadultschool.org

 

The Board of Trustees of the Adult School sets policy and assures the organization's financial health.
An Advisory Committee, made up of members of the community, meets bi-annually to suggest curriculum content.

How do I register for a class?

Our course offerings appear online by category. When you find something that interests you, you have the following options for registering:

ONLINE: Online registration is quick, safe and easy. You will receive instant confirmation of your transaction. To ensure your spot in a class this is the preferred method of registration. To register online:

  1. At the home page of our website, www.ScarsdaleAdultSchool.org, search “All Classes” on the left hand side of the page for various class options (type of class, day of week). If you know the class you want, search via the gray search box (upper right side of page). Enter the class name or 4 digit course # and then hit the orange “Go” button.
  2. To register, click “Add to Cart” which is below the class information. You will be prompted to sign in if you have not already. If you are a new student, you will need to click on “Create Student Profile” to create your account before proceeding.
  3. Select the number of students you are registering. You can register friends through your student profile. You will be prompted to enter the name of additional students. You are assumed to be the first student.
  4. Read and accept the General Waiver. If you are registering someone else, please note you are accepting the waiver on their behalf.
  5. Repeat Steps 1 – 4 to register for additional classes.
  6. To see the classes you have chosen click “View Cart.” If you are ready to pay, click “Check out.” Both links are on the top right of the webpage.
  7. The Shopping Cart will have a summary of the classes you chose with Student Details, Class Details and Amount. Under the Amount column you will see the tuition cost and also a requirement to accept the refund policy. You must check the box for each class. The refund policy is on the previous page.
  8. Scroll to the bottom of the page and click “Checkout.” Finish the registration by filling in credit card information. We accept Visa, Mastercard or Discover. When you see the “Thank you” screen, you have completed your registration. This step is very important!
  9. We will send the Zoom link for each class the day prior to the class start date.

BY PHONE: Call the registrar at (914) 723-2325, M-F, 9 am - Noon to register for classes. If you get our voicemail, please leave a message and we will do our best to return your call as soon as possible. During peak times, we do encourage you to register yourself either online or by check.


BY MAIL: Follow this link to download the registration form (also found inside our flipbook catalog) and mail it, along with a check or money order made payable to "Scarsdale Adult School" to:
Scarsdale Adult School
P.O. Box 205
Scarsdale, N.Y. 10583

Some courses fill up quickly. Occasionally, a course is canceled due to low registration, so early registration is appreciated. If you register by mail, you will receive notification if the course for which you have signed up is full. We cannot reserve a space in a class unless we receive full payment.

Some courses have several sections; please use name and number (including section number, date and time) to identify each course if registering by mail. This information is recorded automatically when registering online.

For additional questions regarding registration, please e-mail the School's Registrar at Registrar@ScarsdaleAdultSchool.org

How may I suggest a course?

Suggestions for courses and lectures are always welcome! All it takes is a phone call or a note.
You can call us at (914) 723-2325, e-mail Director@ScarsdaleAdultSchool.org, or write:
Scarsdale Adult School
P.O. Box 205
Scarsdale, NY 10583

When are the classes held?

Classes are held throughout the year, in a daytime and an evening curriculum. In each season, students can choose from a multitude of classes, seminars, lectures, and workshops. Some classes meet for several weeks, others only once.

  • The Fall program begins in September.
  • All online classes will be held via Zoom.
  • Courses are scheduled to start throughout the term.
  • Individual classes have scheduled days off; please refer to specific listings.
  • Many courses have limited enrollment and fill up immediately on a first-come/first-served basis.

Where do classes meet?

A Zoom link will be sent, by email, one day prior to the class start date. Please be sure we have your correct email address. Please register at least one full day prior to the class start. Late registrations run the risk of not receiving the Zoom link.

Classes that have more than one session will use the same Zoom link for the entire run of the class. Please keep the Zoom link available for the entire class. We will not be sending the Zoom link each week. All questions should be directed to the Scarsdale Adult School office number, (914) 723-2325, or e-mailed to Registrar@ScarsdaleAdultSchool.org.
 

Who are the faculty members?

Outstanding teachers in all fields teach at the School. Every effort is made to find the best possible teachers for each course. Many teachers are on the faculties of nearby colleges and universities. Some are Westchester residents. While every effort is made to engage responsible teachers, the School assumes no responsibility for course content.

How may I become a faculty member?

We are continually searching for talented and engaging individuals to teach classes. If you are interested in joining our faculty, please submit a proposal using the teaching link on our site, or mail a course proposal, using the downloadable form to:
Scarsdale Adult School – Executive Director
PO Box 205
Scarsdale, NY 10583

What is the refund and cancellation policy?

  • If your class is cancelled, we will refund your tuition.
  • If you need to cancel, you must request a refund at least 7 business days prior to the first class meeting. A $15 processing fee will be deducted from any such refund.
  • If you cancel and the class has a waiting list, no refunds will be issued regardless of the timing of request.
  • Transferring to another class is considered a cancellation and will incur a $15 fee.
  • No discounts will be given for missed classes.
  • No partial refunds or credits will be given for any reason.
  • Students assume full responsibility for choosing the appropriate course level. If you are not sure which course level is suitable for you, contact us by phone (914 723-2325) or email at Registrar@ScarsdaleAdultSchool.org.

Are classes cancelled in bad weather?

In-person classes are cancelled when the Scarsdale public schools are closed. For updates on closings please visit our website or call (914) 723-2325. We will reschedule cancelled classes. Please fill in your e-mail address and cell phone number on the registration form so that we may contact you in case of an emergency closing (other than bad weather). Online classes proceed regardless of weather conditions.

How do I get to the various locations of the School?

In the class listing, please click on the location of the site where you class is to be held. A box will appear with directions to the site. If you need further clarification, please call the Adult School office at (914) 723-2325 or e-mail Registrar@ScarsdaleAdultSchool.org.

How do I contact the Scarsdale Adult School?

You can call us at (914) 723-2325, e-mail Registrar@ScarsdaleAdultSchool.org, or write:
Scarsdale Adult School
P.O. Box 205
Scarsdale, NY 10583

How may I become a volunteer?

Newcomers are always welcome -- a phone call or a note is all it takes.