MEDICAL CARE
_ “Dentist” and “Doctor” handouts from International House provide useful information
Dentists: http://ihouse.studentaffairs.duke.edu/word/dentist.pdf
Doctors: http://ihouse.studentaffairs.duke.edu/word/FINDING%20a%20DOCTOR.pdf
Also, the Student Health website provides information on the Health Fee and Insurance:
http://healthydevil.studentaffairs.duke.edu/forms_policies/policies/health_fee_insurance.html
FOR SPOUSES -
“Information for Spouses”, “Spouses Group”, “International Wives Group” and “Finding a Job” handouts from International House provide useful information http://ihouse.studentaffairs.duke.edu/resources/handouts/spousesandchildren.html
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Fuqua Partners provides support and activities for students’ significant others. You can find a survival guide targeted towards the needs of partners on their website. Join the Fuqua Partners listserv to receive information on upcoming events. For more information visit http://www.fuquapartners.org/ Fuqua Partners Contacts:
President: president@fuquapartners.org
Vice-President: vp@fuquapartners.org
International Co- Chairs: international@fuquapartners.org
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Graduate and Professional Student Council (GPSC) has an online handbook for incoming students. You can find it at http://www.duke.edu/gpsc/usefulInfo.html
FOR CHILDREN -
“Child Care”, “Daycares & Preschools”, “Private Schools”, “Durham Schools” and “Chapel Hill Schools” handouts from International House provide useful information http://ihouse.studentaffairs.duke.edu/resources/handouts/spousesandchildren.html
Classification of Schools for Young Children (based on 2009)
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Pre-school: Born after 2004.10.15
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Kindergarten: Born between 2003.10.15 and 2004.10.15
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Elementary School: Born before 2003.10.15
Day Care
Based on location, facilities and program, Duke Children’s Campus (located in Duke University), YMCA Day Care in Chapel Hill, Children's Campus in Chapel Hill and South Point Mall are top choices. Below is a specific introduction of Duke Children’s Campus based on some parents’ experience:
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Only Children's Campus accepts kids less than 3 years old. For Duke Children’s Campus, due to its high demand, it takes about 1 year to get accepted for full-time. In some cases, after a 3-month wait, kids may be accepted for part-time.
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Children’s Campus operates from 6am to 6pm. Breakfast is usually cereal and served before 9am. After breakfast, children either play in the classrooms or teachers read books to them before lunch. Lunch is at noon. From 1pm to 3pm is a 2-hour afternoon nap.
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There is a theme for every month. All activities, including learning songs and book readings, are based on that theme. Classrooms are also decorated based on those themes. There are a variety of art activities (clay plays, picture drawings). There are unique events on special days, such as Valentine's Day, Thanksgiving Day and Halloween.
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There is a meeting with teachers twice per year. Through these meetings you can learn about how your child is doing, what activities he/she is interested in and his/her general development.
Physical exams and immunization certificates are very handy if prepared beforehand. There are forms provided by the Day Care online, so you can prepare these before your arrival in Durham. If you come without these forms prepared, you may have a tough time completing them in time, since it may be difficult to contact your local pediatrician and complete these forms via fax.
Kindergarten
Kindergartens in the US are usually operated by Elementary Schools. Kindergarten is part of the public education system and no additional educational fees are required.
Elementary School
Elementary School continues from 1st to 5th Grade. 6th grade is a part of junior high school.
Duke University is located in Durham but is also close to Chapel Hill (a 20-minute drive). There are different opinions on the quality of education in Durham and Chapel Hill. Some Fuqua students prefer to send their children to Chapel Hill schools despite the distance from Duke. It’s best to talk to current parents of students in each school system before making a choice of where to send your child to school, and hence where to live. You can contact current partners at Fuqua to find a parent with children in each system. http://www.fuquapartners.org/user/contacts.aspx
Most schools in Chapel Hill are similar to each other. Rashkis Elementary School is known for the high number of international students. The school organizes cultural events for different countries to help children better understand each other.
The Lincoln Center at Chapel Hill determines which school you kid goes depending on the location of your residence. Registration is very simple. Visit the Lincoln Center with the necessary documents (passport, I-20 forms, proof of residence, immunization certificate, etc) and fill in a form there. It takes about one to two days to register, if school is already in session. If you register during the school summer vacation, at least one week before the school starts, the school will send you an informational pamphlet, and you can prepare accordingly.
Lincoln Center
750 South Merritt Mill Road
Chapel Hill, NC 27516
Monday – Friday
8am – 12noon and 1– 4:30pm
FOR FAMILY -
“Playgrounds Nearby”, “Activities for the Whole Family” handouts from International House provide useful information http://ihouse.studentaffairs.duke.edu/resources/handouts/spousesandchildren.html
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Travel handouts from International House provide useful information http://ihouse.studentaffairs.duke.edu/resources/handouts/travel.html
Fun Things to Do on Campus
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Bryan Center: 120 Science Drive. It houses the University Store, an information desk, the Gothic Bookshop, three dining facilities, ATM machines, film and performing art theaters, the University Box Office, a post office, and a broadcast studio http://map.duke.edu/building.php?bid=7791 _ choose “Facilities” for all details
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Movie: http://www.duke.edu/web/movies/home.html
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Theater: http://duke.new42.org/home.cfm
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Sports: http://www.goduke.com/
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Chamber Groups
Duke has an assortment of music ensembles: classical chamber groups, jazz ensemble, wind and orchestral symphonies, several choir groups, and musical companies. Look for posters on campus or look in the Duke Chronicle for information on performances.
The craft center offers an assortment of evening courses including photography, jewelry making, quilting, and pottery. Classes are offered at the beginning of each semester. Discounts are available for students and employees. Call 919-684-5578 for more information.
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