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Contract FAQ

The 麻豆区 International School (GISW) is using secure digital signature technology for our 2025/26 contracts to simplify the re-enrollment process, eliminating any need for paper copies or scanning.

We would like to share answers to frequently asked questions with you here:

What can I expect?聽How do I know what to do?

We are sending you these FAQs in advance with instructions and outlining the process for you. Please review this email before submitting the contract(s). You will receive the contract(s) via email from GISW Admissions dswashington@myschoolapp.com. When appropriate, both parents received an email and both parents have to sign the contract(s). Again, if your email(s) have changed within the past 6 months, please let us know ASAP at mail@giswahington.org.

Please carefully REVIEW the contract and all embedded LINKS as a family, then where appropriate CHOOSE different add-on programs and SIGN/INICIAL (both parents) the Contract. After you each sign the contract with your full name you will have to review the contract and hit send and pay the deposit fee where appropriate. Only then has the Contract been submitted. You will have the option to save or print your contract 鈥 even at a later time.

Using Blackbaud Enrollment Management and Tuition Management systems, signing an integrated contract for the first time involves several steps. Below is a detailed guide to assist you through the process, including potential challenges, solutions, and support resources. Please remember where applicable both parents/guardians have to sign the contract and receive a separate email.

Steps to Sign the Integrated Contract: Please watch this helpful video.

  1. Access the Parent Portal:
  2. Log in to your school's Blackbaud Education Management portal using the link we sent you in the email. Difficulty accessing the parent portal? Ensure you're using the correct login credential (use the email that was used to send the contract message to you)
  3. Locate the Enrollment Contract:
    • In the Enrollment Management system, select the contract assigned to your student(s).
    • Review all sections of the contract, including policies, tuition, fees, and payment plans.
  4. Select a Payment Plan:
    • Choose a suitable payment plan from the options provided.
    • Ensure you understand the terms and schedule associated with your selected plan.
  5. Confirm Billing Information:
    • Verify and update your billing details, including contact information and payment methods.
  6. Review and Submit:
    • Carefully review the entire contract for accuracy and submit the deposit fee as last step. You contract will not be submitted if you do not review the contract and pay the deposit fee.
    • Submit the contract electronically by following the on-screen instructions.
  7. Access Tuition Management Account:
    • After submission, access your Tuition Management account to manage payments and monitor your account status.

YOU are all DONE and your student(s) is/are enrolled at GISW for the upcoming school year 25/26. We thank you again for entrusting us with the education of your child(ren).

Common Challenges and Solutions:

  • Challenge: Uncertainty about selecting the appropriate payment plan.
    • Solution: Review the details of each payment plan carefully. If you have questions, contact the accounting office for guidance. If your employer pays for your tuition directly to GISW you will only be able to submit the annual payment option. Please also select the default due date.
  • Challenge: Technical issues during contract submission.
    • Solution: Try using a different web browser or clearing your current browser's cache. If problems persist, reach out to Blackbaud's Parent Contact Center for assistance.

Support Resources:

  • Blackbaud Parent Contact Center:
    • Phone: (888) 868-8828
    • Hours: Monday鈥揊riday: 7:00 AM 鈥 1:00 AM ET; Saturday鈥揝unday: 9:00 AM 鈥 5:30 PM ET
    • Online Chat: Available after logging into your account at Blackbaud Tuition Management Parent Portal
  • Blackbaud Customer Support:
    • Phone: (800) 468-8996 (Option 1)
    • Hours: Monday鈥揊riday: 8:30 AM 鈥 6:00 PM ET
    • Website:
  • Blackbaud Financial Aid Management Support:
    • Phone: (800) 360-8027
    • Email: financialaidsupport@blackbaud.school
    • Hours: Monday鈥揊riday: 7:00 AM 鈥 1:00 AM ET; Saturday鈥揝unday: 9:00 AM 鈥 5:30 PM ET

For additional guidance, consult the resource. This document provides detailed information on the payer experience with integrated contracts.

If you encounter issues during the process, don't hesitate to contact the appropriate support channels listed above. They are equipped to assist you with any challenges you may face.

New Important Process if your child uses the Bus Service

Please take a moment (less than 5 minutes) to (re)-select the BUS ROUTE for your child(ren) using this . NEW THIS YEAR, the BUS ZONE will be determined during the contract signing and will impact your annual bus fee. Bus stops are established at central pick-up points. Bus routes are evaluated every summer and new stops may be considered at that time, depending on student addresses and interest in bus service. If the closest stop is more than a fifteen (15) minute walk or a forty (40) minute car ride, adjusting or adding a stop will be taken into consideration, but is not guaranteed. You can review the current bus routes and zones  and also  for further details. Please follow this LINK for general information about the Bus Department. Please fill out a separate form for each of your student(s).

Contract Deposit

A deposit of $1000 per child is required in order to fully sign your contract and secure a spot for your child for the upcoming school year, which will be applied to your tuition. Tuition and fees will be billed prior to the start of the new school year and will reflect the deposit, all applicable fees, discounts (loyalty discount as well as early enrollment bonus), credits, grants, and add鈥搊n program charges (e.g. Bus, Extended Care and Preschool Afternoon Program).

If your employer covers the tuition including the deposit, and pays directly to the School, you are required to provide us with the following information. , so that we may send you the appropriate contract.

All other families will have the opportunity to pay the deposit during signing of the contract. In order to submit the Contract to the School, the deposit must to be submitted with the contract. You may pay the deposit via credit card at signing. Please have your credit card information handy.

When will I see my Loyalty Award, Financial Aid Award, and Early Enrollment Bonus in my Tuition Management Account? Why are these not on the contract?

The Early Enrollment Bonus, Loyalty Award, and Financial Aid Award will be adjusted by our Accounting Department in your Tuition Management Account after you submit the contract and are confirmed eligible for any of the discounts. These adjustments are not included in the contract itself.

For any questions, please contact the accounting department at afloyd@giswashington.org.

I have a security concern.聽

Why am I being asked for my personal Information again on the contract? We are asking for your personal information on the contract to ensure that the correct individual is completing the information during the re-enrollment process and so that we can process your contract faster once you complete the contract and send it back to us. Please be assured that the BlackBaud platforms are secure and that it is safe to provide your personal information.

Do I need to create an account to sign my contract?聽

If we sent the contract email to a Google or Gmail address, you can log into your parent portal without needing to create a new account. Simply use the "Sign in with Google" feature. Blackbaud allows you to sign in with your Google account, eliminating the need for a separate username and password. Here鈥檚 how to do it:

  1. Look for the "Sign in with Google" button.
  2. Click the button to be directed to the Google login page.
  3. Sign in with your Google credentials. If you're already logged into your Google account, you may not need to enter your password again鈥攋ust select the Google account you want to use (please use the one we have on file, as this is connected to your Blackbaud account).

If you don鈥檛 have a Google or Gmail address, you鈥檒l be prompted to set up a new account and choose a password. Your username will be your email address. You may receive a verification code from Blackbaud to confirm your identity. The code will be sent to your email. Once you receive it, enter the code, choose a password, save it, and log into Blackbaud.

Can I sign the contract on my smartphone or tablet?聽

Yes. The contract may be signed on both a smartphone and a tablet. Since this is a binding contract we encourage you to review and sign the contract on a laptop or desktop computer for optimal viewing.

Can I download or print a copy of the document(s) that I signed?

Yes. In fact, we strongly recommend that you print or download a copy of your contract after signing. You may also always view it in your BlackBaud account by signing in. Keep your log-in information at hand.

I would prefer to fill out my contract(s) in paper form.

Electronic delivery is GISW鈥檚 preferred method in order to submit your contract as effortlessly and quickly as possible, but you may sign on paper. Please contact the admissions office at admissions@giswashington.org.

My children will not return to GISW for the 2025/26 school year. What do I need to do?聽

Please kindly fill out the exit form and send it to admissions@giswashington.org.

Will you send reminders to families?聽

Please check the Wednesday Mail and your emails for additional extension reminders about the Early Bird Tuition Bonus. It takes about 20 minutes to fill out and sign the Contract. Please have your financial and personal information at hand when filling out the contract.

What if I never received a re-enrollment contract via email?

If your email address has changed over the past 6 months, please let us know as SOON as possible.

First, make sure it did not get routed to your spam folder and/or your email is blocking GISW Admissions dswashington@myschoolapp.com. The email may be blocked by either your email server, firewall, email provider, or email client. Please check your junk folder, trust all emails from our Admissions Office at
dswashington@myschoolapp.com.

Second, there's a chance that our email is getting caught in your email's filter. Try adjusting your email preferences and adding GISW Admissions dswashington@myschoolapp.com as a trusted sender.

If you still have not received an email, please contract admissions@giswashington.org.

Can I come back and finish signing my contract later?聽Can I start the e-signature process on my laptop, but then finish later on a mobile device? Or vice versa?

Yes, you can finish the process later by simply signing into your account. Please remember your password.   The contract will not be completed until all required information is provided and the 鈥淪ubmit鈥 button is clicked. If you have forgotten your password, click 鈥Help, I forgot my password鈥 and follow the prompts.

Whom do I contact with any questions or concerns?

If you have any questions or concerns about signing the contract: Please refer FIRST to this FAQ guide before contacting admissions@giswashington.org. We thrive to respond within 72 hours.

Why is the 麻豆区 International School using digital signature technology?聽

The 麻豆区 International School (GISW) is using secure digital signature technology to respond to parental feedback to simplify the re-enrollment process, eliminating any need for paper copies or scanning and connecting with its BlackBaud Tuition Management Program for more convenience and oversight for parents鈥 billing information and needs.