Jumpstart Child Enrichment Center Preschool Program Parent Manual
“It’s Never Too Early To Get A Jumpstart On Life” Jumpstart Child Enrichment Center Preschool Program Parent Manual Revised - Effective January 16, 2014 Located at 5765 NW 151 Street Miami Lakes, Florida 33014 Phone: 305-826-0555 Fax: 786-363-5859 [email protected] www.jumpstartmiamilakes.com For further information regarding any information contained in the attached manual please contact the legally responsible party for the center’s program indicated below at: Christina Montoto 5765 NW 151st Street Miami Lakes, Fl 33014 305-826-0555 Main Office 786-797-0020 Cell 786-363-5859 Fax Open Monday thru Friday 6:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. JS Parent Manual Revised-1.16.14 Page 1 of 18 “It’s Never Too Early To Get A Jumpstart On Life” Jumpstart Child Enrichment Center Policy Manual Welcome to Jumpstart Child Enrichment Center. It is important that you read the following manual that outlines our policies and procedures. Please be sure to clarify any questions that you may have with the Director. Due to change in regulations, laws and human resources best practices, the Parent Manual is subject to change at any time. Welcome and Non Discrimination Clause Jumpstart Child Enrichment Center welcomes families, children and staff members of any race, color, sex, religion, nationality, creed, sexual orientation, marital status or age .The families, children and staff members are not restricted from rights, privileges, programs and activities made available to students. We do not discriminate in any way within the administration of our educational polices, enrollment polices, financial plan or any other school-administered program. Program Description Welcome to our Center! Jumpstart is a flexible learning center for children ages 6 weeks to five years as well as School-Aged Children (After-School Program). We provide High Quality childcare in an environment that is friendly, pleasing, and professionally designed. Our programs are based on an educational curriculum, which encourages children to become creative independent leaders. Jumpstart is designed to make childcare stress free and enjoyable for both children and parents alike. Our unique Flexible Enrollment allows parents to create their own schedule. This allows parents the mobility to plan around their busy day. All of the programs currently offered at Jumpstart Child Enrichment Center encourage on-going communication between the parents and staff members for the sharing of goals, expectations and problem solving essential to the development of your child. Center Policy Jumpstart has an open door policy where the parents are encouraged to stop in and participate in daily activities. Parents are able to freely enter the school at anytime and without an appointment. Flexible quality programs and an environment conducive to social development and learning is what makes Jumpstart the right choice for your childcare needs. JS Parent Manual Revised-1.16.14 Page 2 of 18 “It’s Never Too Early To Get A Jumpstart On Life” Our Philosophy "It Is Never Too Early To Get a Jumpstart on Life." Here at Jumpstart Child Enrichment Center we provide a positive atmosphere for your child. We accomplish this through our developmentally appropriate programs. Each program is designed to develop your child to their maximum potential. Our goal is to provide your child with a warm, loving and safe environment that is a balance between home and school. We strive to create an atmosphere that is conducive to each child's Social, Physical, Intellectual, Creative and Emotional development. While there is structured learning time throughout the day, we also believe that the children learn as a result of their interactions and experiences with each other during free play within the childcare setting. Our center provides an environment with many activity centers where children can play and learn. There is a mixture of quiet and active play areas, as well as areas which promote individual and group interaction. There are activities that stimulate the mind as well as activities that help to develop small and large muscle skills. We choose to view your child in terms of natural growth and development. Our staff considers each child a unique individual, and believes that mutual respect and trust is the base line for a healthy staff/child relationship. Our teachers interact with the children, supervising, guiding, helping, laughing, listening and talking. We seek to facilitate the natural desires that the children have and allow them to explore their interests while in our care. By providing a positive and stimulating environment, we will continue to strive in developing each and every child to his/her fullest potential. Jumpstart Child Enrichment Center provides Convenient High Quality childcare services. We do not baby sit. Jumpstart is a school in which your child will be learning. Mission Statement We at Jumpstart Child Enrichment Center strive to be a loving home away from home for your child. We do this by providing a center that is first SAFE and SECURE. Our center makes every effort to maintain an environment that is CLEAN and finally our staff endeavors to EDUCATE each child in the areas of Social Emotional, Physical and Academia. JS Parent Manual Revised-1.16.14 Page 3 of 18 “It’s Never Too Early To Get A Jumpstart On Life” Table of Contents Hours of Operation / Center Closures…………………………… 5 Late Pick Up Fee………………………………………………… 6 Pick up and Transportation……………………………………… 6 Arrival and Departure Times……………………………………. 6-7 Flexible Enrollment and Registration…………………………… 7 Classroom/School Transitions ………………………………….. 7 Weather Conditions……………………………………………… 7 Birthdays………………………………………………………… 8 Security/Web Cameras…………………………………………. 8 Vacation Time…………………………………………………… 8 Fees……………………………………………………………… 8 Other Fees……………………………………………………….. 8-9 Discounts………………………………………………………… 9 Illness and Injury………………………………………………… 9 Medication……………………………………………………… 9-10 Accidents/Emergencies…………………………………………. 10 Daily Nutrition…………………………………………………... 10-11 Personal Belongings…………………………………………….. 11 Outdoor Play……………………………………………………. 11 Rest Period/ Naptime…………………………………………… 11 Toilet Training…………………………………………………... 11 Toy Policy……………………………………………………….. 12 Photographs and Videos………………………………………… 12 Students and Volunteers…………………………………………. 12 Parent/Teacher Conference & Student Observations …………… 13 Comments or Concerns…………………………………………. 12-13 Supply List for Children……………………………………….. 14 Jumpstart Policy Regarding Behavior/Abuse…………………… 14 Policy Regarding TV……………………………………………. 14 Summary………………………………………………………… 14 TO BE SIGNED AND RETURNED: Parent Policy Compliance………………………………………. 15 Photo Release Form....................................................................... 16 Screening/Assessment Program ………………………………… 17 Orientation Policy and Procedures………………………………. 18 Meal Application/Child Participation Form………………………Attachment 3 pages JS Parent Manual Revised-1.16.14 Page 4 of 18 “It’s Never Too Early To Get A Jumpstart On Life” Hours of Operation / Center Holiday Schedule For your convenience our center will be open from 6:30 a.m to 6:30 p.m. Monday – Friday. Our school year is from August to August with some minor curriculum changes during the summer months; this is because we are running all year long with no difference during summer time. The center is open twelve months of the year, with the exception of the following holidays: ☺ New Year’s Day January 1st ☺ Good Friday TBA ☺ Memorial Day TBA ☺ Fourth of July July 4th ☺ Labor Day TBA ☺ Thanksgiving Day TBA ☺ Day After Thanksgiving TBA ☺ Christmas Eve December 24th ☺ Christmas Day December 25th ☺ New Year’s Eve December 31st ****Jumpstart Child Enrichment Center reserves the right to add additional holidays/teacher planning days at the discretion of the Owner*** JS Parent Manual Revised-1.16.14 Page 5 of 18 “It’s Never Too Early To Get A Jumpstart On Life” Late Pick Up Fee In the event your child is not picked up on time, Jumpstart Child Enrichment Center reserves the right to charge a late fee. The additional charge will be $15.00 for every 10 minutes late. Pick up and Transportation Children will not be allowed to leave with anyone except the parents/guardians or persons designated by the parents/guardians. Please make sure that you list the names of the authorized individuals who may pick up your child. Identification will be required for all persons on the list when picking up children. Any changes to this list must be made in advance and in writing. Arrival and Departure Times Arrival: Children must be accompanied into the program by an adult 18 years or older or a person designated by the child’s parent/guardian and must sign the child in each time by utilizing our Procare Fingerprinting Attendance Tracking System located at the front desk. The child/children must be walked all the way into their classrooms every day. Jumpstart Child Enrichment Center is not responsible for any child/children until the child/children have entered the supervised area and the parent/guardian has gained the attention of a staff member. Please remember to allow yourself enough time to take care of your child/children’s needs and to make their transition as pleasant as possible. This will make a big difference in both your and your child’s day. Departure: Only a person designated by the parent/guardian will be able to pick up a child. Once the pick up person has entered the center, the child becomes their responsibility. The authorized person must sign the child in/out each time by utilizing our Procare Fingerprinting Attendance Tracking System located at the front desk. At no time will a Jumpstart employee be allowed take a child out of the center unless they are on your list of authorized persons and off duty. If you require assistance in getting your child/children into the car, please call ahead to make arrangements and someone will assist you. Under no circumstances should a child be left unattended in a parked car. This is against the law in the state of Florida and authorities may be contacted at any time. Please Note: Any person authorized to pick up your child must be a minimum of 18 years of age, and be able to provide the staff with photo ID upon request. If an emergency arises, and someone else is picking up your child/children please notify us by phone prior to the person’s arrival. We will not allow your child to go home with someone else unless you have previously informed us. Children will not be released to any person who appears to be under the influence, intoxicated or impaired by drugs or alcohol. It is the responsibility of the staff on duty to make this decision, at which time an alternate pick- up person will be called. A person on the pick-up list not previously known to childcare staff must be added by the parent/guardian prior to pick up and will be asked to present a photo ID. JS Parent Manual Revised-1.16.14 Page 6 of 18 “It’s Never Too Early To Get A Jumpstart On Life” Flexible Enrollment and Registration Any child between 6 weeks and five years of age as well as School-Aged children (After School Program) are eligible for enrollment in our enrichment program. Your child’s physician prior to admittance must provide both a physical and immunization record (blue & yellow forms). A copy of your child’s birth certificate must be provided upon enrollment. Our unique flexible enrollment allows the parent to create their child’s full time schedule as they see fit up to 50 hours per week. If changes are necessary, a change can only be made on the first business day of the month with the discretion of the director, and with the availability of those hours requested. Please understand that once schedules are set up, changes to that schedule cause disruption to classroom routine and staff scheduling as well and makes it difficult for teachers to plan enhancing activities for your child. Classroom/School Transitions Transitioning from one classroom to another can be a very stressful process for a child. In order to minimize this stress, we have developed a procedure for transitioning from one classroom to another. Keep in mind that each child handles these transitions differently and we evaluate and adjust these procedures each time. When a child first enrolls in Jumpstart, the child is placed in a classroom based on age and developmental level. For example, a three-year-old child that is not potty trained would most likely be placed in the toddler two classroom even though the majority of the children are two years old. The teachers would then specifically work to potty train this child and then transition the child into the Pre-K 3 classroom. Once a child demonstrates that he/she is developmentally ready to enter into a higher level, the teacher will discuss her evaluations with the director and the parent to make a final decision to begin the transition to the next classroom: 1. The teacher and parent discuss the procedure for transition. 2. The child is congratulated and then told that he/she will be spending some time in the other classroom. (Amount of time and schedule varies by child). 3. Amount of time spent in new classroom is increased until the child is comfortable and then the cubby and name tag are moved to the new classroom completing the transition. Weather Conditions In the event of a storm/tornado, storm warning, or other weather conditions which may affect the operation of the center, please tune in to the news on the television or radio to see if the center will be closed on the day in question. Jumpstart Child Enrichment Center will close whenever Miami-Dade County Public Schools close due to weather conditions. If the closure occurs during the course of the day, parents will be contacted by phone to come and pick up their child (ren) or make arrangements for their child(ren) to be picked up by an alternate as soon as possible. JS Parent Manual Revised-1.16.14 Page 7 of 18 “It’s Never Too Early To Get A Jumpstart On Life” Birthdays Children may celebrate their birthday at the center. Please make arrangements with the director/assistant director two (2) weeks prior to the birthday. All Birthday Parties are to be held after snack time. Photographs are allowed but no video taping of any kind is permitted. Please see the director for approval of time, party foods, toys, guests and entertainment. NO CANDLES ARE PERMITTED DUE TO SENSITIVE SMOKE DETECTOR SYSTEM. Web Cameras Watch your children play and grow while at work! Through our web cams, you can log on with a secure connection to our cameras and view your child from anywhere in the world. All you need is a web browser and a password from us. Please be conscientious of the amount of time you spend on our FREE web-cam service as there are a limited amount of spaces available at one time for PARENTS to view their child/children on line. Continued abuse of the web-cam system will be just cause for Jumpstart Child Enrichment Center to discontinue your usage of the system. Vacation Time Children are eligible for ONE WEEK vacation AFTER ONE YEAR of continued enrollment. This is the ONLY time parents are not responsible for tuition. One week’s notice is required before vacation is taken. Children that are enrolled in the VPK Program ONLY beginning in August of each year are NOT ELIGIBLE for the one week vacation. Please note: If statutory or civic holidays fall on a day when your child normally attends, you will be charged accordingly for that day. Regular fees will be charged for any absences – including illnesses. NOTE: Days can not be pushed or saved for future use or applied to next week’s tuition Fees Tuition is Due On Every Tuesday No Exceptions! All billing is done on weekly basis. Cash, checks, or money orders are to be made payable to Jumpstart Child Enrichment Center. All payments should be placed in the lock box, which is next to the lobby door leading to the classrooms. TUITION IS DUE ON A WEEKLY BASIS REGARDLESS OF THE AMOUNT OF HOURS YOUR CHILD ATTENDS WEEKLY. CHILD IS ELIGIBLE FOR ONE WEEK VACATION TIME AFTER ONE YEAR OF CONTINUOUS ENROLLMENT. THIS IS THE ONLY TIME YOU ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR TUITION WHILE YOUR CHILD IS ENROLLED IN JUMPSTART CHILD ENRICHMENT CENTER. Other Fees Activities: There are occasional fees throughout the year for scheduled activities (i.e. Summer activities/field trips, VPK Graduation, Holiday Events, etc…). The amount will be contingent on the type and number of extra activities scheduled throughout the year. JS Parent Manual Revised-1.16.14 Page 8 of 18 “It’s Never Too Early To Get A Jumpstart On Life” Security Access Fobs: Each family will receive one access fob at no charge upon enrollment. Each subsequent fob issued will be an additional $10.00 each. Each family is required to have a minimum of 1 fob for the person who most often picks up the child. Late Fees: It is the responsibility of the parent/guardian to ensure that all fees are paid in full by the due date (Tuesday of each week). Fees received 1 day past the due date will be subject to a late fee of $20.00 Late Pick Up Fees: There will be a late pick up fee of $15.00 per child for every ten minutes after the closing time of 6:30 p.m. NSF Checks: All NSF checks will be subject to a $35.00 charge per occurrence, which is payable immediately along with replacement of the amount of the NSF check. NSF= Returned check Discounts Siblings: Parents who have more than one child enrolled will be given a 10% discount based on the older child’s tuition for each additional sibling. Illness and Injury An informal health inspection as each child arrives as well as throughout the day is a part of the daily routine of the center. All children in attendance at Jumpstart Child Enrichment Center are required to participate fully in the program, i.e. indoor and outdoor time. If your child is too sick for full participation, it is advised that he/she should be at home. If your child/children will not be attending the center due to illness, please take a moment to contact us and let us know. This allows us to keep a watchful eye for other children who may be exhibiting “like” symptoms. It also allows us to promote a healthy environment by posting required notices for the benefit of all families. If a child becomes ill while in the care of the center, such as temperature of 101.5 (F), vomiting or diarrhea, measures will be taken to make the child as comfortable as possible. The parent/guardian will be contacted and informed of the child’s condition. If they are unavailable, then the emergency/alternate contact will be called. For the well being of the child as well as the health of the other children and staff members in the center, it is mandatory that the ill child be picked up immediately. Please Note: If your child has a communicable disease (i.e. Pink Eye, Ring Worm, Influenza Type A, Measles, etc…) you will be asked to follow the Public Health Rules regarding the incubation period for each illness and/or isolation. A doctor’s certificate will be required upon re-entry into center. JS Parent Manual Revised-1.16.14 Page 9 of 18 “It’s Never Too Early To Get A Jumpstart On Life” Medication If your child is well enough to attend childcare but is required to receive medication, the medicine will be administered providing the following criteria are met: → Medicine must come in the original container; → Medicine must have prescription label on it; → Medicine must be labeled with the child’s full name, expiration date, dosage, time and method of administration; → The parent / guardian must complete a medication authorization form prior to the medicine being administered at the center; → Should the medication not be a prescription, it must still come in the original container, and a parent must sign the medication authorization form. (i.e. cough drops, Tylenol, children’s aspirin) → All medication must be given directly to the director at the front desk; → Medication will be stored by staff in the main office in an area that is locked and out of the reach of children; if refrigeration is required medication will be stored in a zip-lock bag with the child’s name on it and refrigerated → One staff member on duty will be designated to administer all medications; → A written record/log will be kept including the type of medication, time, and dose, along with the administering staff’s signature. It is the parent / guardian’s responsibility to remember to take any medication home at the end of the day. Staff members are not responsible for returning after hours for forgotten medication. Accidents/Emergencies We take every effort to reduce the possibility of accidents and injuries at Jumpstart. However; we do have an adequate number of staff that is certified in first aid and infant /child CPR. If an injury requires minor medical treatment, the parent/guardian or emergency/alternate person will be notified to come pick up the child and ensure that they receive the necessary medical attention. If your child should require emergency medical care, an ambulance will be called and a designated staff member will escort your child to the hospital. The parent/guardian will be notified immediately. The staff member will remain with the child until the parent/guardian has arrived. Staff members will record all accidents on an accident/incident form. Both the parent and the staff member must sign the form. The forms will be kept in the child’s file at school. SINCE WE NEED TO KNOW WHERE YOU CAN BE REACHED AT ALL TIMES WHEN YOUR CHILD IS IN OUR CARE, IT IS VITAL THAT WE ARE KEPT INFORMED OF ANY CHANGES IN YOUR CELL/HOME/WORK PHONE NUMBER(S) OR YOUR EMERGENCY ATERNATE’S PHONE NUMBER(S). Daily Nutrition Breakfast, and a hot lunch as well as a mid-afternoon snack will be provided for your child. On a weekly basis the current menu will be posted in the hallway as well as in each classroom on the parent information board. To ensure variety, the menus are based on a five-week rotation plan. JS Parent Manual Revised-1.16.14 Page 10 of 18 “It’s Never Too Early To Get A Jumpstart On Life” Children are encouraged to try new foods unless allergies or religious practices prohibit this. Please notify the staff of any allergies that your child may have. If you have a child susceptible to allergies, it is beneficial to make it a part of your routine to review the menus, as this will alert you to potential allergy situations. The center provides nutritious meals catered in daily by a Florida Department of Health approved catering company. Each meal is certified to be nutritiously balanced and approved by the FDA. Please Do Not send your child to school with ANY outside food unless you have made prior/ special arrangements with the director. The meal times are posted in your child’s class. Meals WILL NOT be served after the time posted…NO EXCEPTIONS! NOTE: This program participates in the USDA Food Program and is monitored by the program or a central agency. Please be advised that milk is a required component at breakfast and lunch as directed by the CACFP. Personal Belongings Please ensure that your child wears their uniform to school daily. This is to avoid ruining their other clothes, which may be upsetting to some. Paint and spaghetti sauce stains do happen. The shoes they wear must be slip-proof, comfortable and good to run in. Also, make sure that you have at least one complete change of clothes in your child’s cubby at all times. (This must include a shirt, pants, socks and underclothes.) Each child is to have a clean sheet and blanket in their cubby at all times. All bed clothes are to be brought home and cleaned each Friday and returned with the child on Monday morning. If the child is not potty trained, then a weekly supply of diapers, wipes, and anti rash cream must be brought by the parents. It is advisable, for the safety of your child, not to send your child to school with any bracelets, earrings, necklaces, hair beads, etc… We are not responsible for these valuable items, or any other items that are brought into the center. PLEASE DO NOT SEND YOUR CHILD TO SCHOOL WITH TOYS. THIS PRESENTS A HEALTH AND SAFETY ISSUE FOR THE OTHER CHILDREN. Outdoor Play It is Children and Families regulation that children partake in outdoor play (weather permitting) on a daily basis. During the summer months, precautions will be taken in regards to high temperatures, humidity, and rain. Mosquitoes are an unavoidable by-product of rain. Please understand that although we take precautions to avoid mosquito bites, some bites will occur. JS Parent Manual Revised-1.16.14 Page 11 of 18 “It’s Never Too Early To Get A Jumpstart On Life” Rest Period/ Naptime A rest period/ naptime is part of our daily schedule. All nappers will be provided a cot for their own use. Each cot is assigned to a single child (it is not to be shared). Each cot is disinfected on a daily basis. Parents are asked to provide 2 bed linens (a fitted crib sheet will work), blanket and a small pillow if needed. All blankets must be taken home on a weekly basis to be washed and returned on Monday. If your child needs a cuddly toy to snuggle with at naptime, feel free to send this as well. Toilet Training Jumpstart Child Enrichment Center does not accept children over the age of three that are not yet toilet trained. Bathroom times are scheduled throughout the day to encourage training for ages 1 & 2. Toy Policy Children are NOT permitted to bring toys from home unless requested by the staff for special occasions. Unfortunately many toys are not able to withstand the use of so many children and may become lost or broken. Photographs and Videos From time to time, we may take video or photographs of the children for in-house use and/ or to be placed in our local newspaper or on our web site/Facebook. If a parent/guardian does not agree with this please speak to the Director. Students & Volunteers Student Volunteers: On occasion, our center provides a work experience setting for high school, university or college students. In such cases, general observations may be done. Educational Institutions approve students and an interview process is done prior to their involvement in the center. At no time would the student be considered a part of the staff\child ratio Parent Volunteers: We encourage all parents to play an active role in their child’s educational development by volunteering as often as available. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer the following criteria must be met: An interview will take place prior to any time spent with the children. At no time will volunteers be left alone with the children. A local and FDLE/FBI Background Screening will be required prior to accepting any volunteers. Parent and Teacher Conferences & Child Observations Parents are encouraged to speak with their child’s teacher daily. However, keep in mind that the teacher cannot stop instruction or supervision of the class to have a conversation in regards to your child. If you would like more time to speak with the teacher, we suggest you schedule a conference at a more suitable time. Parent/Teacher conferences can be arranged as many times as you feel necessary through out the school year. A one week notice is required in order to give the teacher time to adjust her schedule and prepare the necessary documents. To arrange a Parent/Teacher conference, please advise the director or assistant director of your request. The Teacher will then contact you with the times she is available. All teachers will schedule a conference at least twice (2) a year to review and discuss your child’s progress. JS Parent Manual Revised-1.16.14 Page 12 of 18 “It’s Never Too Early To Get A Jumpstart On Life” Student progress will be evaluated at a minimum of three times a year through the observation tools provided in the curriculum as well as once a year using the ASQ test. This allows the teachers to individualize the lessons and provide quality learning times for your child. The results of the observations will be reviewed during a parent/teacher conference. Comments or Concerns Comments and concerns regarding your child’s day should be brought to the attention of the staff available. If you feel more comfortable speaking with the Director/ Assistant Director please feel free to do so. The welfare of your child is of great concern to us and we will work toward a solution to any problem you may have. PLEASE NOTE: Concerns regarding policies of fee payment should be brought to the attention of the Director. Should you wish to set up a specific appointment time, please call the Director at 305-826-0555. Supply List for Children At least 2 complete changes of clothing (labeled with child’s name) 2 Bed Linens (small pillow-optional) for naptime to cover up Fitted sheet for cot (crib sheets fit the best) Disposable diapers, wet wipes, diaper creams and other toiletries (if not potty trained) Please provide your child’s teacher with a current photo of your child as well as a current family photo Jumpstart Policy Regarding Behavior/Abuse Code of Conduct: Jumpstart Child Enrichment Center is committed to helping children develop to their fullest potential; every individual who enters our door is required to treat all others and their property in a positive and respectful manner. Jumpstart Child Enrichment Center shall not permit, practice, or inflict any form of physical punishment, verbal or emotional abuse, or denial of physical necessities for any child in attendance. Reporting requirements for suspected abuse or neglect of any child while in the care of a childcare facility is the responsibility of each staff member and required by the Department of Children and Families and the State of Florida. At Jumpstart Child Enrichment Center we use constructive disciplinary actions. We believe in rewarding, praising, and using positive reinforcements when disciplining your child. We feel this will bestow in them positive self-esteem and great character. We encourage parents to use this same method at home. No foul language, name calling, biting, kicking or spitting is permitted by any child or adult at our center or on the grounds at any time. When it is necessary to discipline your child, the following steps are taken: Explanation of misbehavior and warning of consequence. Guidance will be appropriate, respectful and within developmental expectations of each child. Children will be re-directed from the current situation. Children shall not be subject to discipline which is severe, humiliating, or frightening. JS Parent Manual Revised-1.16.14 Page 13 of 18 “It’s Never Too Early To Get A Jumpstart On Life” Discipline shall not be associated with food, rest or toileting at any time. If persistent misbehavior continues the parent will be notified of the child’s behavior and asked to collaborate with the child’s teacher to create an intervention plan. Should the behavior continue to persist, put the child, other children or staff members in an unsafe situation or infringe on the rights of others, the child’s parent will be notified and the child will be removed from the center indefinitely. Excessive aggressive behavior WILL NOT be tolerated within the Center at ANY time and will be cause for immediate removal of the child from our Center. Please Note: Parents will be informed of any incident that may inflict injury upon another classmate, staff member, or that are recurring in nature. In the case of recurring misbehavior, it may be necessary to invite the parents/guardians to meet with the director and teacher to discuss the situation and develop a plan of action or a referral to an outside source that can therefore result in success for the child (ex. Department of Children and Families or Citrus Network). Television & Video Viewing Policy: Jumpstart Child Enrichment Center does NOT encourage the use of television and videos unless it is at the recommendation of the curriculum currently in place (High Reach). At this time Jumpstart currently has one television on the premises located in the VPK Classroom and is only available for use by the lead teacher in that classroom. The occasional use of television and videos is not utilized as a replacement for teaching or as a baby-sitting tool; television and videos are used as an additional tool to enhance the lesson plan if recommended by the curriculum. If further information is required regarding the use of television and videos please see the Director for additional assistance. Summary These are the existing policies of Jumpstart Child Enrichment Center. They are in place to meet and satisfy the needs of all of the children within our care, as well as to promote and sustain the effective and efficient running of our center. Please feel free to offer any suggestions you might have. Thank you for your time spent reading this policy manual, and for entrusting your child/children in our care. Don’t forget to sign and return: 1. Parent Policy Compliance Form 2. Photo Release Form 3. Screening Assessment Form JS Parent Manual Revised-1.16.14 Page 14 of 18 “It’s Never Too Early To Get A Jumpstart On Life” Parent Policy Compliance (to be signed and returned) Please read, sign, and return to Director as soon as possible. I_______________________________ have read, understand and agree to comply and adhere with the policies and procedures set forth by Jumpstart Child Enrichment Center. I understand that failure to comply with these policies may result in discontinuation of childcare services. By signing below, you acknowledge that you have received all items and information as indicated as well as a current copy of the Jumpstart Child Enrichment Center Preschool Program Parent Manual and that all information on this enrollment form is complete and accurate. By signing below you acknowledge and accept all terms and conditions set forth in the Jumpstart Child Enrichment Center Application for Enrollment. Date: ____________________________ Parent/ Guardian Name: (please print) _____________________________ Signature of Parent/ Guardian: ____________________________________ Questions: this is your space to jot down any questions or comments you may have about the policies within this manual. __________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________ JS Parent Manual Revised-1.16.14 Page 15 of 18 “It’s Never Too Early To Get A Jumpstart On Life” Photo Release Form (to be signed and returned) Dear Parents, As we continue to find ways to improve our center, your help and cooperation in our quest is crucial! We would appreciate it if you would allow us to use pictures taken at the center to be displayed on the website, Facebook page or additional advertisments for you and other parents to view. We think this is an awsome opportunity for you to show off what your child is learning with family and friends. We would also like to use some of these same pictures in the local newspaper, The Miami Laker, as part of our monthly ad. The pictures will be routinely changed as different activities take place throughout the year. Thank you for your continued support, Christina Montoto Yes, I give permission to Jumpstart Child Enrichment Center to use pictures taken during activities of my child/children for display on either the www.getjumpstarted.com website, Facebook or the Miami Laker Newspaper. Parent’s Signature: ________________________ Date: _________ No, I do not give permission to Jumpstart Child Enrichment Center to use pictures taken during activities of my child/children for display on either the www.getjumpstarted.com website, Facebook or the Miami Laker Newspaper. Parent’s Signature: ________________________ JS Parent Manual Revised-1.16.14 Date: _________ Page 16 of 18 “It’s Never Too Early To Get A Jumpstart On Life” Screening/Assesment Program (to be signed and returned) Consent Form To improve the quality of service provided to your child, Jumpstart Child Enrichment Center, is coordinating a Screening and Assessment Program (ASQ #3). This important project involves the efforts of everyone working together to help your child enter school ready to learn. The screening and assessment process will be similar to the kind of activites your child is involved in on a daily basis. The results of the screening and/or assessment will have no bearing on your child’s receipt of services. All data gathered from this program will be kept confidential. Part of this process will involve, but is not limited to the collection of parent and teacher information, child observation and teacher interviews. Based on the results of the screening and information gathered, the center may refer the family to third party child services (i.e. Department of Children and Families or Citrus Network) for additional services. Researchers and your child’s teacher will have access to the data in order to make informed decisions about how best to imporve the quality of services provided to your child. Any activity suggestions to support children identified with potential delays will be communicated to parents. We look forward to working with you and your child to provide the best possible education. If you have any questions about the Screening and Assessment process, you can call our center and we will be happy to answer any questions. _____________________________ Name of Parent or Guardian (PRINT) _____________________________ Child’s First and Last Name (PRINT) _____________________________ Child’s Date of Birth Jumpstart Child Enrichment Center 5765 NW 151 Street Miami Lakes FL, 33014 □ I consent to have my child included in this screening/assessment propram. □ I Do Not consent to have my child included in this screening/assessment program __________ Date (this form is valid for one year) My child speaks: ______ English _____________________________ Signature of Parent of Guardian ______Spanish ______Creole ______Other __________________ Language spoken at home is: ____________________________________ JS Parent Manual Revised-1.16.14 Page 17 of 18 “It’s Never Too Early To Get A Jumpstart On Life” Jumpstart Child Enrichment Center Orientation Policy and Procedures (to be signed and returned) Child’s Name: Staff Member Giving Orientation: Date of Orientation: Procedures: Greet parents and children Tour Center and Meet Staff Members Review Parent Manual Tuition Information Received Review Center’s Philosophy Review Hours of Operation Review Child Daily Attendance Procedure (Procare) Review Child Arrival/Departure Procedures Review Late Pick-up Fee Review Medication Procedure Review Accident & Incident Emergency Procedures Review Daily Nutritional Needs (Weekly Menus) Review Toy Policy Review Policy Regarding Behavior Review Vacation Policy (1 week after one year of continued enrollment) Review Uniform Policy/Dress Code Review Web-Cam Policy Review Enrollment Package Review Meal application. Note: Every Friday it is the parent’s responsibility to take home dirty clothes and blankets to be washed and returned on Monday morning. By signing below, you acknowledge that you have received all items and information as indicated as well as a current copy of the Jumpstart Child Enrichment Center Preschool Program Parent Manual and that all information on this enrollment form is complete and accurate. By signing below you acknowledge and accept all terms and conditions set forth in the Jumpstart Child Enrichment Center Application for Enrollment. Yes I _________________________ have received the parent orientation (Print Name) _______________________ Signature of Parent/Guardian ____________________ Date Signature of Director Date JS Parent Manual Revised-1.16.14 Page 18 of 18
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