Join Us!

TeleCommunity is a FREE program for students, ages 10 to 18.

Our sessions take place in The College Hall Building, Room 336 on the Duquesne University campus. We usually meet on alternating Saturdays during the school year. Summer sessions run for a five-day week in July. Check our schedule for the exact times and dates.

When to Register

TeleCommunity accepts new students throughout the fall, winter, and spring. Just make sure you register before your first session.

Space is limited for Summer Sessions, so try to register early. 

How to Register

First, send an email to connect@telecommunity.org and provide the following information:

  • Your Child’s name
  • Your Child’s birthdate
  • An emergency Phone Number

Next, fill out the enrollment forms.

  • TeleCommunity Permission Slip (hard copy)
  • Duquesne University Consent Form (online)
  • Duquesne University Image Consent Form (online)

Complete instructions for these forms are listed below in the DOCUMENTS section below.

You will receive a confirmation email when your child is successfully enrolled.

Supplies

While the program itself is free, it is strongly suggested that students bring the following materials:

  • A USB flash drive to save your work.
  • Headphones (for digital music).
  • A snack to munch on during break.
  • Boundless energy and enthusiasm.


Documents

There are only three documents for TeleCommunity students. Current documents expire at the end of April, so make sure you renew them as needed.

TeleCommunity Permission Slip (Required)

Please print a hard copy of the TeleCommunity Permission Slip. Fill it out and take it to your first class. Do not send a digital copy.

Download the Permission Slip (PDF)

Duquesne University Consent Form (Required)

We will need you to fill out the Duquesne University Consent form http://form.jotformpro.com/form/50843659108965, which gives minors permission to visit the college campus. Use this information to complete the Consent
Form:

  • Program Name: TeleCommunity Program
  • Department/Organization Name: McAnulty College
  • Program Coordinator Name: Kristine Blair
  • Program Location: On Campus – Duquesne University, College Hall
  • Start Date: September 21, 2019
  • End Date: April 25, 2020
  • Method of travel if applicable: N/A
  • Location of overnight accommodations if applicable: N/A


Use of Image Consent Form (Optional)

We also suggest parents complete the Use of Image Consent form https://secure.jotformpro.com/form/50845230027952, which gives permission for your child to be photographed at Duquesne events. This form is not required.

The Image Consent Forms requires the same information listed above, as well as our coordinator’s email address (blairk2@duq.edu)