Frequently Asked  Questions

How do I find a class?

You can view all of our classes on our programs page. For the specific offerings you can go to the Enroll page. Fall classes are posted in the first week of April, spring classes are posted in the first week of November, and summer classes are posted in the first week of March.

How do I enroll for a class?

Enrollment is completed online through our website. You will first create an account on our Registration Page. Once you create an account and input all students/participants’ information all eligible classes will populate in the class portal. Please select the classes and enroll. By enrolling it will not charge you. To make a payment you will need to go to the pay tab and click “Pay Now”. Even if you are using charter school funds you will still need to enroll and checkout to secure a spot in the class. 

I see I have to input credit card information when I create an account. Will I be charged?

No you will not be charged for creating an account. The system asks for a credit card to hold on file. Once you have enrolled for your class you will be charged only if we do not receive a purchase order by our indicated enrollment dates.

How do I make payment for a class?

Payments are made securely online or through charter school funds. If paying out of pocket, log into JackRabbit. Once you have enrolled you can click the “Pay Now” button and choose the classes you want to pay for. If you are placing a purchase order please still enroll for the class, check out, and we will credit your account once the PO is sent to us.

What programs do you have that are my children’s age?

We offer classes for a wide range of ages, from early childhood through adulthood. Our programs are grouped by age so your child will be learning alongside peers. Please check out our Programs Page. If you’re unsure which class is the right fit, we’re happy to guide you.

Where are you located?

Our main programs are based in Southern California, with our main sites in Orange County and the Inland Empire. We are now offering some programming in Northern California and hope to expand to other cities.

Do you have other chapters in other states?

At this time, we are only located in California. We hope to expand in the future!

I emailed but no one responded.

We do our best to respond within 24–48 hours business hours. If you haven’t heard back, please check your spam folder, or feel free to send a follow-up. You can also reach us by phone at (909) 206 – 2226.

When is your next event?

Our events are posted on our Community Events Page and/or shared through email and social media. Be sure to subscribe to our email list and follow us online so you don’t miss updates!

What is your teacher/child ratio?
We keep our groups small and personal to ensure quality learning and safety. The average ratio is 1 teacher per 14 students for upper elementary and older students, with additional volunteers when needed. For Pre-k programming the average ratio is 1 teacher/aid per 6 students. For our overnight trips our ratio is 1 leader per 7 students.
Can parents attend the class with the student?

Most of our programs are drop offs, with the exception of Nature Tots and any classes geared towards families. Parents of children having difficulty transitioning into preschool or KG programs may talk to the teachers to see if they can stay present to help with the transition.  

Do you only have classes for children?

No! We also offer family programs, family camping trips, adult workshops, and community events. AWI is about connecting all ages to nature and each other.

Are you hiring?

No! We also offer family programs, family camping trips, adult workshops, and community events. AWI is about connecting all ages to nature and each other.

How can I get involved with AWI?

We have many volunteer opportunities at AWI for students and adults. You can visit our Get Involved Page. 

What does my class cost cover?

AWI is a Non-Profit and all class costs go to cover the teacher pay, site maintenance, overhead costs like insurance and online systems to support our programming, administration costs, restoration projects, and all the wonderful free programming that AWI puts on. In addition to class fees we apply for grants and always welcome donations to support our work.

I had an AWI account in Jackrabbit but my login information isn’t being recognized, what do I do?

First, check your credentials and try the “forgot password” option to reset your password if needed. If that doesn’t work and it has been over 6 months since anyone in your family last took an AWI class your family may have become “inactive” in our system. Please contact our Office Administrator at office@awicommunity.org or 909-206-2226 to return your account to an “active” status.