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Moscow Day School is open Monday - Friday from 7:30 A.M. - 5:30 P.M.
Moscow Day School is open Monday - Friday from 7:30 A.M. - 5:30 P.M.
Change in Your Child's Daily Schedule
Activities are planned and materials prepared before the start of the school day. Therefore, it is helpful for the teachers to know if your child is not coming to school. Please call the school or send a message in Brightwheel if your child is sick or taking the day off. Also, the staff needs to know if your child will be leaving school at a different time than scheduled. It is extremely important that you notify the staff of any change in parent's address, phone, or place of employment.
Activities are planned and materials prepared before the start of the school day. Therefore, it is helpful for the teachers to know if your child is not coming to school. Please call the school or send a message in Brightwheel if your child is sick or taking the day off. Also, the staff needs to know if your child will be leaving school at a different time than scheduled. It is extremely important that you notify the staff of any change in parent's address, phone, or place of employment.
Parent Messages and Child’s Cubby
Weekly Emails are sent out to inform you of the current and upcoming events. You will receive the Event and Snack Calendar by email. We will send direct messages via Brightwheel, these correspondence are between the child's parents and classroom teachers. Be sure to check and empty your child’s cubby every day. The teacher in your child’s classroom will have your child’s specific classroom daily activities listed on classroom information board.
Weekly Emails are sent out to inform you of the current and upcoming events. You will receive the Event and Snack Calendar by email. We will send direct messages via Brightwheel, these correspondence are between the child's parents and classroom teachers. Be sure to check and empty your child’s cubby every day. The teacher in your child’s classroom will have your child’s specific classroom daily activities listed on classroom information board.
Separation
It is common for young children to be concerned about leaving their parents. Your child may be anxious about leaving you when coming to school. Sometimes this appears on the first day, sometimes it appears later, and sometimes it does not happen at all. It could be comforting to your child to keep an item belonging to their parents with them for security and assurance. Pictures from home are also helpful to relax the child. Children like to know where you will be and what you will be doing while they are at school. We want to work with you to help your child make a happy and smooth transition.
It is common for young children to be concerned about leaving their parents. Your child may be anxious about leaving you when coming to school. Sometimes this appears on the first day, sometimes it appears later, and sometimes it does not happen at all. It could be comforting to your child to keep an item belonging to their parents with them for security and assurance. Pictures from home are also helpful to relax the child. Children like to know where you will be and what you will be doing while they are at school. We want to work with you to help your child make a happy and smooth transition.
Policy on Celebrations at Moscow Day School
Moscow Day School serves a diverse array of families. Our cultural, ethnic, social and religious backgrounds reflect our diversity. We place differing values and expectations on the many holidays and events we celebrate at MDS. We believe these differences promote strength and provide opportunity to teach understanding, respect, tolerance, and true appreciation of the rich cultural heritage our children share.
Teaching our children about a sampling of cultural and religions enhance their education at Moscow Day School. As we celebrate our holidays and special events we will strive to emphasize both the cultural diversity and the community we share. We will respect and enjoy cultural traditions.
Teachers will choose from among a variety of celebrations from year to year and will be given flexibility to design and interpret related events according to their professional judgment. They will provide parents with schedules of the celebrations they plan and will welcome parental input and participation. Whenever possible, celebrations will be integrated into the curriculum to maximize both education and enjoyment.
Moscow Day School serves a diverse array of families. Our cultural, ethnic, social and religious backgrounds reflect our diversity. We place differing values and expectations on the many holidays and events we celebrate at MDS. We believe these differences promote strength and provide opportunity to teach understanding, respect, tolerance, and true appreciation of the rich cultural heritage our children share.
Teaching our children about a sampling of cultural and religions enhance their education at Moscow Day School. As we celebrate our holidays and special events we will strive to emphasize both the cultural diversity and the community we share. We will respect and enjoy cultural traditions.
Teachers will choose from among a variety of celebrations from year to year and will be given flexibility to design and interpret related events according to their professional judgment. They will provide parents with schedules of the celebrations they plan and will welcome parental input and participation. Whenever possible, celebrations will be integrated into the curriculum to maximize both education and enjoyment.
Birthdays
Birthdays are an important day for everyone at Moscow Day School. We want to celebrate everyone’s birthday, even if it comes on a no school day. You may bring in a snack or arrange other activities to do for your child’s birthday. Please do not pass out birthday invitations at school. We know that all of the children can’t be invited and we want to protect everyone’s feelings.
Birthdays are an important day for everyone at Moscow Day School. We want to celebrate everyone’s birthday, even if it comes on a no school day. You may bring in a snack or arrange other activities to do for your child’s birthday. Please do not pass out birthday invitations at school. We know that all of the children can’t be invited and we want to protect everyone’s feelings.
Medication Taken at School
The staff will give your child medication at school if required. A “Medication Authorization Form” will need to be filled out and signed. Please do not put any medication in your child’s back pack, lunchbox or cubby. All prescription medications should be in their original containers, labeled with the child’s first and last name, name of the medicine, date filled, expiration date, amount and frequency to be given. Parents will provide a medicine dropper with the child’s name on it for sanitation purposes. The dropper will be washed after each use and not shared with any other child.
The staff will give your child medication at school if required. A “Medication Authorization Form” will need to be filled out and signed. Please do not put any medication in your child’s back pack, lunchbox or cubby. All prescription medications should be in their original containers, labeled with the child’s first and last name, name of the medicine, date filled, expiration date, amount and frequency to be given. Parents will provide a medicine dropper with the child’s name on it for sanitation purposes. The dropper will be washed after each use and not shared with any other child.
Field Trips
We will try to have at least one field trip each month. We need parent participation to help us make the field trips successful. Sign-up sheets with specific information will be available in the main hallway. Our field trips are by School Bus rental, city bus or walking. Field trips are announced on the monthly calendar. All students are welcome to attend field trips. If it is not your child’s scheduled day a parent needs to accompany the child or you will be charged drop in rate which will be added to your next month’s tuition.
We will try to have at least one field trip each month. We need parent participation to help us make the field trips successful. Sign-up sheets with specific information will be available in the main hallway. Our field trips are by School Bus rental, city bus or walking. Field trips are announced on the monthly calendar. All students are welcome to attend field trips. If it is not your child’s scheduled day a parent needs to accompany the child or you will be charged drop in rate which will be added to your next month’s tuition.
Parent-Teacher Conferences
Parent-teacher conferences are planned in November and April. Please feel free at any time to make an appointment if you would like to discuss your child with his or her teachers. If your child begins MDS after the school year has begun, the Director will do an assessment on your child and meet with you within two weeks to discuss goals while your child attends our program. During our summer program we do not hold conferences (June, July and August).
Parent-teacher conferences are planned in November and April. Please feel free at any time to make an appointment if you would like to discuss your child with his or her teachers. If your child begins MDS after the school year has begun, the Director will do an assessment on your child and meet with you within two weeks to discuss goals while your child attends our program. During our summer program we do not hold conferences (June, July and August).
Parents and Visitors at Our School
You should always feel welcome to join your child at school. There is a possibility the teacher will not be able to talk to you during the school day, but you can still enjoy spending time with your child. It is also a special treat for your child to have a parent come to school and eat lunch with him or her. Lunch is from 11:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Grandparents, friends, and other authorized special people are also welcome to visit while the child is present at school. Authorization for visitors should be granted using the pick-up permission form. Visits are limited to 30 minutes at one time (maximum of 12 per month). This time is set to prevent disruption of the teaching experience for all students. Visitors must sign in on the Visitor/Volunteer log, which is available outside the main office.
Due to COVID-19 we are currently reducing the number of traffic in the building during school hours. Children are dropped off and picked up at the front doors, while the parent/guardian waits for a staff member to retrieve your child and their belongings. We hope to reopen the school to visitors as soon as it's safe. Thank you for understanding and helping us keep our school, children and staff as safe as possible.
You should always feel welcome to join your child at school. There is a possibility the teacher will not be able to talk to you during the school day, but you can still enjoy spending time with your child. It is also a special treat for your child to have a parent come to school and eat lunch with him or her. Lunch is from 11:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Grandparents, friends, and other authorized special people are also welcome to visit while the child is present at school. Authorization for visitors should be granted using the pick-up permission form. Visits are limited to 30 minutes at one time (maximum of 12 per month). This time is set to prevent disruption of the teaching experience for all students. Visitors must sign in on the Visitor/Volunteer log, which is available outside the main office.
Due to COVID-19 we are currently reducing the number of traffic in the building during school hours. Children are dropped off and picked up at the front doors, while the parent/guardian waits for a staff member to retrieve your child and their belongings. We hope to reopen the school to visitors as soon as it's safe. Thank you for understanding and helping us keep our school, children and staff as safe as possible.
Volunteers
Moscow Day School welcomes volunteers in the classroom. Parent participation plays an integral role in allowing MDS to provide interesting learning opportunities to the children. All volunteers must be pre-arranged with the Director. In addition, all volunteers must attend an orientation session provided by the Director in order to ensure that all people in contact with the children are adhering to the policies and procedures at Moscow Day School. Volunteers must sign in on the Visitor/Volunteer log, which is available outside the main office.
Due to COVID-19 we are currently reducing the number of traffic in the building during school hours. We hope to welcome volunteers in the classrooms again as soon as it's safe.
Moscow Day School welcomes volunteers in the classroom. Parent participation plays an integral role in allowing MDS to provide interesting learning opportunities to the children. All volunteers must be pre-arranged with the Director. In addition, all volunteers must attend an orientation session provided by the Director in order to ensure that all people in contact with the children are adhering to the policies and procedures at Moscow Day School. Volunteers must sign in on the Visitor/Volunteer log, which is available outside the main office.
Due to COVID-19 we are currently reducing the number of traffic in the building during school hours. We hope to welcome volunteers in the classrooms again as soon as it's safe.
Snacks and Lunch Time at School
Snacks are provided to the children around 9:45 a.m. and 3:15 p.m. typically our snacks include the following: Water, juice or milk; fruits and/or vegetables; crackers or breads; cheese, beans or yogurt, etc. Each child brings their own cold lunch to school. Please provide an ice pack in your child’s lunch to keep items cold. We provide 1% milk and water at all meals. We do not reheat items for health and safety reasons. Lunches need to be able to eaten as is, we often do picnics where no microwave is available. The child will decide what, how much, and in which order they eat. You, in making their lunches have decided to what and how much is offered. We ask the children to pack up and throw any opened foods in the garbage.
Moscow Day School is a cucumber free zone due to a severe allergy, please DO NOT include cucumbers in school lunches.
Snacks are provided to the children around 9:45 a.m. and 3:15 p.m. typically our snacks include the following: Water, juice or milk; fruits and/or vegetables; crackers or breads; cheese, beans or yogurt, etc. Each child brings their own cold lunch to school. Please provide an ice pack in your child’s lunch to keep items cold. We provide 1% milk and water at all meals. We do not reheat items for health and safety reasons. Lunches need to be able to eaten as is, we often do picnics where no microwave is available. The child will decide what, how much, and in which order they eat. You, in making their lunches have decided to what and how much is offered. We ask the children to pack up and throw any opened foods in the garbage.
Moscow Day School is a cucumber free zone due to a severe allergy, please DO NOT include cucumbers in school lunches.
Clothing
Your child is here to play and have fun. Please send your child in clothes that are ok to get dirty. A major part of our program focuses on self-help skills. We ask that you try to dress your child in appropriate clothing so they can dress and undress themselves. Trouble items might include belts, overalls and snaps.
We are involved in outside play everyday, unless it is pouring rain, feels like it is below 20 degrees Fahrenheit outside, or above 95 degrees Fahrenheit outside. Please send the appropriate clothing for each kind of weather.
Winter weather clothing: During the winter we love to play in the snow. Please supply your child everyday with outside clothing. Include a heavy coat, snow pants, boots, hat and mittens. Label everything. MDS is not responsible to provide these winter clothing items.
Creativity is an important component of our program. The children work with tempera paints, finger paints, water colors, food coloring, markers, crayons, chalk, glue, play dough, sand, water, and many other creative materials. While we have the children wear smocks, it is difficult to prevent all contact between clothing and materials. Please have your child wear clothes that can “take” the severe workout our young creators give them.
Your child is here to play and have fun. Please send your child in clothes that are ok to get dirty. A major part of our program focuses on self-help skills. We ask that you try to dress your child in appropriate clothing so they can dress and undress themselves. Trouble items might include belts, overalls and snaps.
We are involved in outside play everyday, unless it is pouring rain, feels like it is below 20 degrees Fahrenheit outside, or above 95 degrees Fahrenheit outside. Please send the appropriate clothing for each kind of weather.
Winter weather clothing: During the winter we love to play in the snow. Please supply your child everyday with outside clothing. Include a heavy coat, snow pants, boots, hat and mittens. Label everything. MDS is not responsible to provide these winter clothing items.
Creativity is an important component of our program. The children work with tempera paints, finger paints, water colors, food coloring, markers, crayons, chalk, glue, play dough, sand, water, and many other creative materials. While we have the children wear smocks, it is difficult to prevent all contact between clothing and materials. Please have your child wear clothes that can “take” the severe workout our young creators give them.
Nap or Quiet Time
Toddlers and Preschoolers have quiet time from 12:45 pm- 2:45 pm. Infant room is on demand. The school provides a napping cot/mat. Please provide a blanket and travel size pillow for your child. The blanket will be sent home at the end of the week and we ask that it be returned clean on Monday. Picking up your child during this time is not recommended. However, if it can’t be avoided, please notify your child’s teacher to minimize disrupting the other children that are sleeping.
Toddlers and Preschoolers have quiet time from 12:45 pm- 2:45 pm. Infant room is on demand. The school provides a napping cot/mat. Please provide a blanket and travel size pillow for your child. The blanket will be sent home at the end of the week and we ask that it be returned clean on Monday. Picking up your child during this time is not recommended. However, if it can’t be avoided, please notify your child’s teacher to minimize disrupting the other children that are sleeping.
Procedure for Arrival/Departure of Children
For your child’s safety, the sign in and out procedures have been established. Parents must sign the attendance register when bringing children to school and when picking them up. Parents need to sign their full name and time in and out. The school is not responsible for children dropped off and not signed in. Only people (age 18 or older) whose names appear on the special permission form are authorized to pick up your child will be allowed to sign the child in and out. Children are not permitted to sign themselves in and out. Our staff will ask for verification of identification if needed before releasing a child. Upon arrival please wash yours and your child’s hands.
For your child’s safety, the sign in and out procedures have been established. Parents must sign the attendance register when bringing children to school and when picking them up. Parents need to sign their full name and time in and out. The school is not responsible for children dropped off and not signed in. Only people (age 18 or older) whose names appear on the special permission form are authorized to pick up your child will be allowed to sign the child in and out. Children are not permitted to sign themselves in and out. Our staff will ask for verification of identification if needed before releasing a child. Upon arrival please wash yours and your child’s hands.
Weather Closures
Moscow Day School does not close when the Moscow School District closes for snow days. The school will close if the University of Idaho or Courthouse closes, or if there is a town emergency or any other uncontrolled situation.
Moscow Day School does not close when the Moscow School District closes for snow days. The school will close if the University of Idaho or Courthouse closes, or if there is a town emergency or any other uncontrolled situation.
Emergency Situations and Fire Drills
- Fire Drills:
- Emergency Situations:
- Evacuation of Building:
- Lock In:
- Lock Down:
Infection Control
Hand-washing procedure posters are hung at each sink throughout the center.
Children will be directed or assisted to wash their hands:
Staff will wash their hands:
Hand-washing procedure posters are hung at each sink throughout the center.
Children will be directed or assisted to wash their hands:
- Upon arrival (parents please help your child.)
- After toileting
- Before meals or cooking activities
- After outdoor play
- After coming in contact with bodily fluids
- After lunch (cross contamination of allergy foods
Staff will wash their hands:
- Upon arrival
- After toileting self as well as children
- After coming in contact with bodily fluids such as mucus, blood, or saliva
- Before meals, handling food, and participating in cooking activities
- After lunch (cross contamination of allergy foods)
Discipline
Discipline is a process by which adults help children learn to control his or her own actions and decisions. Our goal is to help the children develop control from within, rather than depending on outside control from adults. The development of social skills including emotional control, coping or delay of gratification, appropriate self-expression, problem solving and decision-making are important learning tasks for children. The staff at MDS will facilitate learning through guidance that is related to the specific behavior and appropriate to each child’s needs and development.
We believe in positive reinforcement. We will strive to increase good feelings and good behavior in our children. We will emphasize rules and regulations that children must learn for their own safety, for the safety of others, and to enable them to be productive members of society. The general policy will be to create an environment that seeks to eliminate potential problem behavior while promoting independence and self-esteem. We will provide clear limits for behavior and firmly and consistently enforce them, as well as providing opportunities to practice positive behavior. Positive behavior will earn positive praise.
Techniques the staff will use include:
Specific guidelines for situations that are potentially hurtful or dangerous will include:
No form of corporal punishment will be permitted on the premises by anyone, including parents.
Discipline is a process by which adults help children learn to control his or her own actions and decisions. Our goal is to help the children develop control from within, rather than depending on outside control from adults. The development of social skills including emotional control, coping or delay of gratification, appropriate self-expression, problem solving and decision-making are important learning tasks for children. The staff at MDS will facilitate learning through guidance that is related to the specific behavior and appropriate to each child’s needs and development.
We believe in positive reinforcement. We will strive to increase good feelings and good behavior in our children. We will emphasize rules and regulations that children must learn for their own safety, for the safety of others, and to enable them to be productive members of society. The general policy will be to create an environment that seeks to eliminate potential problem behavior while promoting independence and self-esteem. We will provide clear limits for behavior and firmly and consistently enforce them, as well as providing opportunities to practice positive behavior. Positive behavior will earn positive praise.
Techniques the staff will use include:
- Group and one-on-one discussions about problems, limits, individual accomplishments, goals, and feelings.
- “I” messages, active listening, and honest praise.
- Planned alternatives to inappropriate behavior, such as substitution and redirection to another area or activity.
Specific guidelines for situations that are potentially hurtful or dangerous will include:
- Stopping the behavior immediately and physically restraining the child if necessary,
- Substituting an appropriate activity or material for whatever the child is doing or using.
- Redirecting the child to a proper activity in a positive manner.
- Accepting the emotion, but redirecting the response to an acceptable alternative.
- Removing the child from the problem situation to a chair or a cubby near, but not involved in the group activity.
- Explaining to the child what was unacceptable about the behavior and why, and inviting the child to return to the group as soon as he or she feels ready to accept the limits.
- Noticing and praising the child’s positive behavior after disciplinary action.
- Help the child right the mistake if possible.
No form of corporal punishment will be permitted on the premises by anyone, including parents.
Child Abuse Reporting Requirements
All staff and volunteers are mandated by law to report any suspicion of child abuse or neglect. Abuse may be physical, emotional, or sexual. Neglect is the failure, refusal, or inability, for reasons other than poverty, to provide necessary care, food, clothing, shelter, or medical care. Teachers who intentionally fail to report suspicion are subject to fines or imprisonment under the law.
A report of child abuse is not an accusation. It is a request for more information by a reporter who has reasonable suspicion that abuse or neglect may be occurring. A report does not mean that our employees must determine that abuse and/or neglect has occurred. In Idaho, Child Protective Services is responsible for that determination.
These strategies are part of our sexual abuse prevention plan.
All staff and volunteers are mandated by law to report any suspicion of child abuse or neglect. Abuse may be physical, emotional, or sexual. Neglect is the failure, refusal, or inability, for reasons other than poverty, to provide necessary care, food, clothing, shelter, or medical care. Teachers who intentionally fail to report suspicion are subject to fines or imprisonment under the law.
- To prevent child abuse and neglect, this program:
- Trains staff to avoid one-staff-one-child situations if at all possible. If scheduling requires one adult be alone with one child, the parent is always informed at pick-up or drop off.
- Designs our classrooms to avoid hidden and secluded areas.
- Makes sure interactions between children and staff can be observed and interrupted.
- Uses proper names for body parts.
- Never forces children to give affection.
- Tells children that if they have questions about someone’s behavior, the best thing they can do is ask about it.
- Explains that secrets can be harmful.
- Trains staff in the Strengthening Families Protective Factor Framework and Stewards of Children Darkness to Light.
- Requires a background check for all staff.
- Develops positive, non-judgmental relationships with parents.
- Is alert to signs of stress in parents and struggles in the parent-child interaction.
- Communicates regularly with parents concerning a child’s progress.
- Provides education, including offering tips for specific challenges.
- Provides opportunities for parents to become involved in their child’s care.
- Provides information about community resources.
- Models developmentally appropriate practices by allowing the parent observational opportunities to see their child interact with child care staff.
- Provides an atmosphere for parents to share their experiences and develop support systems.
- Reaches out to fathers, grandparents and other extended family members that are involved in a child’s development.
A report of child abuse is not an accusation. It is a request for more information by a reporter who has reasonable suspicion that abuse or neglect may be occurring. A report does not mean that our employees must determine that abuse and/or neglect has occurred. In Idaho, Child Protective Services is responsible for that determination.
These strategies are part of our sexual abuse prevention plan.
Assessing Needs and Concerns for Children
Moscow Day School welcomes all children and is committed to providing developmentally appropriate early learning and development experiences that support the full access and participation of each and every child. We believe that each child is unique and work in partnership with families and other professionals involved with the child to provide the support every child needs to reach their full potential.
Staff will attempt to make any adaptations or modifications necessary to meet the needs of the children. Schedules, routines and activities are flexible and early childhood educators will work with therapists, special educators as well as other professionals to integrate individual accommodations, modifications and strategies into classroom routines and activities. Any adaptations will be reviewed with families and other professionals supporting the child.
If the director feels an outside evaluation is necessary to identify potential special needs, they will work with the family of the child. The director will support the family through the process of potential evaluation, diagnosis, and interventions. If possible, Moscow Day School staff will attempt to implement interventions and behavior plans put in place by the child’s educational team. If it is determined Moscow Day School is unable to meet the needs of a particular student (including, but not limited to, extreme behavior challenges) and a different setting is more appropriate the director will communicate that assessment directly with the family while maintaining full confidentiality and integrity of the child and family involved. If the parent(s) or guardian(s) refuse an outside evaluation or a medical professional’s assessment and the director has determined one is necessary for the safety and/or success of the child and other children at Moscow Day School, the family may be asked to find a different facility better equipped to serve the needs of the child.
Moscow Day School welcomes all children and is committed to providing developmentally appropriate early learning and development experiences that support the full access and participation of each and every child. We believe that each child is unique and work in partnership with families and other professionals involved with the child to provide the support every child needs to reach their full potential.
Staff will attempt to make any adaptations or modifications necessary to meet the needs of the children. Schedules, routines and activities are flexible and early childhood educators will work with therapists, special educators as well as other professionals to integrate individual accommodations, modifications and strategies into classroom routines and activities. Any adaptations will be reviewed with families and other professionals supporting the child.
If the director feels an outside evaluation is necessary to identify potential special needs, they will work with the family of the child. The director will support the family through the process of potential evaluation, diagnosis, and interventions. If possible, Moscow Day School staff will attempt to implement interventions and behavior plans put in place by the child’s educational team. If it is determined Moscow Day School is unable to meet the needs of a particular student (including, but not limited to, extreme behavior challenges) and a different setting is more appropriate the director will communicate that assessment directly with the family while maintaining full confidentiality and integrity of the child and family involved. If the parent(s) or guardian(s) refuse an outside evaluation or a medical professional’s assessment and the director has determined one is necessary for the safety and/or success of the child and other children at Moscow Day School, the family may be asked to find a different facility better equipped to serve the needs of the child.
Ooshy Gooshy Play Policy
Creativity is an important component of our program. The children work with tempera paints, finger paints, water colors, food coloring, markers, crayons, chalk, glue, play dough, sand, water, and many other creative materials. While we have the children wear smocks, it is difficult to prevent all contact between clothing and materials. Please have your child wear clothes that can “take” the severe workout our young creators give them.
Creativity is an important component of our program. The children work with tempera paints, finger paints, water colors, food coloring, markers, crayons, chalk, glue, play dough, sand, water, and many other creative materials. While we have the children wear smocks, it is difficult to prevent all contact between clothing and materials. Please have your child wear clothes that can “take” the severe workout our young creators give them.
Sick Child Policy
A daily check will be conducted by the staff members to ensure that all children are healthy when brought to school. Children exhibiting the following symptoms will be isolated until parents can pick them up.
A child must be free of these symptoms for 24 hours before returning to school. If antibiotics are ordered, a full 24 hours of treatment is needed before returning (except ear infections).
If school staff or the director has concerns about a child’s ability to safely return to school, we reserve the right to request a note from the child’s health care provider.
A daily check will be conducted by the staff members to ensure that all children are healthy when brought to school. Children exhibiting the following symptoms will be isolated until parents can pick them up.
- Fever of 100 degrees Fahrenheit or higher.
- Vomiting within the past 24 hours.
- Diarrhea within a 24 hour period.
- Draining rash or any rash of concern.
- Eye discharge or pink eye.
- Fatigue or too sick to participate in daily activities (including outdoor play).
- Symptoms of any of the childhood communicable diseases, including chickenpox, scarlet fever, or strep throat.
- Open or oozing sores that cannot be covered.
- Lice or scabies.
- Symptoms of severe illness (lethargy- more than tiredness, uncontrolled coughing, strange irritability or persistent crying, difficulty breathing, wheezing and any other unusual signs for that child).
A child must be free of these symptoms for 24 hours before returning to school. If antibiotics are ordered, a full 24 hours of treatment is needed before returning (except ear infections).
If school staff or the director has concerns about a child’s ability to safely return to school, we reserve the right to request a note from the child’s health care provider.
Diapers- Infants, Toddlers, and Preschool:
Children in diapers should have an adequate daily supply of disposable diapers and wipes at the center. We will send you a note when your diaper supply is low. Please send the diapers or wipes in immediately. If your child has diaper rash or any other condition that requires the use of a medication, written permission is needed. We follow the guidelines from our Health Consultant while changing diapers. The center will work with the parents on potty training routines that they wish us to follow. Please inform the teacher when your child is in training. We will need at least three (3) extra set of clothes, socks and shoes during potty training.
Children in diapers should have an adequate daily supply of disposable diapers and wipes at the center. We will send you a note when your diaper supply is low. Please send the diapers or wipes in immediately. If your child has diaper rash or any other condition that requires the use of a medication, written permission is needed. We follow the guidelines from our Health Consultant while changing diapers. The center will work with the parents on potty training routines that they wish us to follow. Please inform the teacher when your child is in training. We will need at least three (3) extra set of clothes, socks and shoes during potty training.