2016 - 2017 Preschool Enrollment and Information Packet
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2016 - 2017 Preschool Enrollment and Information Packet
PRESCHOOL ENROLLMENT and INFORMATION 2016-2017 2016-2017 Enrollment Packet (for all registered students) Directors’ cover letter Enrollment Forms Checklist Emergency Contact Information Child’s Personal History Parent Handbook Certificate of Health Examination (medical form) New Student Forms DCFS Licensing Booklet Additional Student Forms and Information Room Parent Volunteers September 2016 Calendar All Year School Calendar 2016 - 2017 Meet & Greet Open House Medical/Allergy Forms Medication Distribution forms (for children requiring medication) Spring 2016 Dear Preschool Parents, We would like to welcome our new and returning families to the Deerfield Park District Preschool 2016-2017 school year! We are very excited to begin (or continue) this wonderful journey with you and your child. Enclosed please find a number of enrollment forms that will need to be completed and returned to the Deerfield Park District Registration Office. Many of these forms are licensing requirements by the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS). Any information you provide to us concerning your child is confidential. Enrollment forms need to be completed and returned by July 1. All Students o o o o o Enrollment Forms Checklist Emergency Contact Information Child’s Personal History Parent Handbook executed back page Certificate of Child Health Examination (medical form) New Students Only o o DCFS Licensing Standards Booklet executed back page Certified Copy of Birth Certificate All Students - Optional Forms o o Room Parent Volunteers Medical Distribution forms (available online) In late August/early September, your child’s teacher will be calling to introduce herself and set up your 15 minute pre-conference appointment. Pre-conferences will be held at school during your child’s regular school hours on either Tuesday, September 6th or Wednesday, September 7th. (See September Calendar) If you are interested, there will be opportunities to extend your child’s day of learning. Information about lunch bunch, fall enrichment, and ‘Extend the Day Play’ programs will be available mid-summer. Should you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us. During the summer when Preschool is not in session the best way to reach us is by email. Looking forward to seeing you and your child in the fall! See you at the Meet and Greet! Warmly, Cindy Wolf Lynn Braun Preschool Co-Director Preschool Co-Director [email protected] [email protected] Enclosures to keep: o o o o o September 2016 Calendar All Year School Calendar Parent Handbook 2016 – 2017 Meet & Greet Open House DCFS Licensing Standards Booklet - NEW STUDENTS ONLY Deerfield Park District Preschool ENROLLMENT FORMS CHECKLIST 2016 – 2017 Child’s Last Name ______________________________________ First Name ___________________________________ Please check age group: ___ LITTLE LEARNERS (3 years old by 4/1) ___ 3 YEAR OLDS (3 years old by 9/1) ___ Pre-K 4 (4 years old by 9/1) Return this checklist along with your completed forms and July tuition payments (if applicable) to: Deerfield Park District Registration Office, 836 Jewett Park Drive, Deerfield, IL 60015 Attn: Preschool Enrollment *** Enrollment forms are due on or before JULY 1 *** Please check the completed enrollment forms you are enclosing: All Students ______Emergency Contact Information ______Child’s Personal History ______Preschool Parent Handbook (executed back page) ______Certificate of Child Health Examination (medical form) New Students Only ______DCFS Licensing Standards Booklet (executed back page) ______ A Certified Copy of your Child’s Birth Certificate Optional Forms – All Students ______Room Parent Volunteer ______Medication Distribution Forms * *Medication Distribution forms must be completed for those children requiring medication during the school day, i.e.: Epi-pen, Benadryl, inhaler, etc. These forms are not enclosed, but if needed, may be downloaded from the Preschool page of the Deerfield Park District website. www.deerfieldparks.org Deerfield Park District Preschool EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION 2016 - 2017 PLEASE PRINT Child’s Last Name __________________________________________ Child’s First Name ___________________________ Please check: __ LITTLE LEARNERS (3 years by 4/1) __ 3 YEAR OLDS (3 years old by 9/1) Date of Birth __ / __ / ________ Check: __ Male __ Female __ PRE-K 4’s (4 years old by 9/1) Primary Email ___________________________________ Address _______________________________________________________________ City ____________________________ PARENT GUARDIAN NAME CELL PHONE # HOME PHONE # WORK PHONE # Mother Father (If applicable) Caregiver’s Name ____________________________ Caregiver’s Cell # __________________________________________ MUST LIST TWO (2) persons to contact in case of emergency if parents are unavailable (other than parents or caregiver). The two (2) persons listed may pick up my child if necessary. ** Emergency persons must live within a 10-15 minute drive from school **. 1. Name ______________________________________________________ Relationship to Child __________________________ Address _________________________________________________________ City ________________________________ Home Phone ________________________________________ Cell # ____________________________________________ 2. Name ______________________________________________________ Relationship to Child __________________________ Address _________________________________________________________ City ________________________________ Home Phone ________________________________________ Cell # ____________________________________________ List health concerns: i.e.: allergies, medications, seizures, diabetes, etc. (for Preschool office for emergency use) My child will not be released to anyone, but his/her parents, the above persons, or persons listed on ‘Authorization For Pick Up’ form*. The Deerfield Park District Preschool must have WRITTEN PERMISSION to release your child to any other person. In case of illness or emergency, I authorize the Deerfield Park District Preschool to provide any emergency care deemed necessary for my child, including CPR, administering first aid, and transporting my child to the nearest emergency facility. Date ____ / _____ / _________ Parent/Guardian Signature ________________________________________________ * Authorization For Pick-Up forms (car pools, etc.) will be available at your child’s pre-conference in September. Deerfield Park District Preschool CHILD’S PERSONAL HISTORY 2016-2017 (Please Print) Child’s Last Name ___________________________________________ First Name _______________________________ Child’s Nickname (if applicable) ______________________________ Birthdate ____ / ____ / ________ Circle: Male Female Check: __ LITTLE LEARNERS (3 years old by 4/ 1) __ 3 YEAR OLDS (3 years old by 9/1) __ PRE-K 4’s (4 years old by 9/1) FAMILY / HOME Parent/Guardian Name _________________________________________ Occupation ______________________________ Business Name/Address _________________________________________________________________________________ Business Phone ____________________________Work Hours Mon _______ Tue_______ Wed_______ Thu_______ Fri _______ Do you travel for business? _____ If yes, how often?_________________________________________________________ Parent/Guardian Name _________________________________________ Occupation ______________________________ Business Name/Address _________________________________________________________________________________ Business Phone ____________________________Work Hours Mon _______ Tue_______ Wed_______ Thu_______ Fri _______ Do you travel for business? _____ If yes, how often?_________________________________________________________ Parent’s Marital Status: Single ___ Married ___ Separated ___ Divorced ___ Other: ____________________ If divorced or separated, which parent does your child reside with? ____________________________________________ How often does child see other parent? __________________________________________________________________ Name of Sibling M/F Date of Birth Preschool Attended (include year) if applicable) Current School / Grade (if applicable) _____________________ ___ ________________ ____________________ ____________________ _____________________ ___ ________________ ____________________ ____________________ _____________________ ___ ________________ ____________________ ____________________ Does anyone else live in your home? YES NO If yes, name/relationship to child: ________________________________ Is ENGLISH your child’s primary language? YES NO If no, what language does your child speak? ____________________ Are any other languages spoken in the home? YES NO If yes, what language? __________________________________ 1 SCHOOL / GROUP EXPERIENCE Is your family NEW to our Preschool? YES NO Is this your child’s first school experience by themself? Name(s) of schools child attended by themself: (if applicable) Day/hours attended: YES NO Dates attended: 1. ____________________________________________________ ___________________________ _____________________ 2.____________________________________________________ ___________________________ _____________________ MEDICAL / PERSONAL HISTORY Does your child currently receive (or has received in the past) outside services or therapies? (i.e.: Speech, OT, PT) If yes, please explain: Has your child had any injuries, surgeries or recent personal family traumas? If yes, please explain: YES YES NO NO Is your child prone to certain illnesses or have any conditions we should be aware of? If yes, please explain: YES NO Are there any toileting or use of bathroom concerns that may affect your child at school? Does your child take any medication regularly? If yes, please list and explain: YES Will your child need to take medications while at school? NO YES * NO *If yes, must complete Medical Distribution Form If yes, please list and explain: Are school snacks a potential concern? If yes, please explain: YES NO ALLERGIES: Complete below if your child has allergies Allergy to Contact or Ingestion Symptoms Medication Needed Life Threatening? ____________________ __________ _________________________ _________________ ______ ____________________ __________ _________________________ _________________ ______ ____________________ __________ _________________________ _________________ ______ 2 SOCIAL EMOTIONAL HISTORY How would you describe your child’s temperament/personality? How does your child handle separation? Are there specific situations in which your child tends to become upset, angry, scared, or withdrawn? Describe your child’s attitude toward other adults? (i.e.: friendly, outgoing, cautious, etc.) How would you describe your child’s play? (i.e.: self-initiated, plays alone, prefers to play with others, active, quiet, etc.) YOUR INPUT What are your goals for your child at Preschool? Is there any other information that you would like to share with the staff (directors or teachers)? Date: ____ / _____ / _____________ Parent/Guardian Signature ______________________________________________ 3 Deerfield Park District Preschool 836 Jewett Park Drive Deerfield, IL. 60015 (847) 572-2634 www.deerfieldparks.org PARENT HANDBOOK 2016 - 2017 TABLE OF CONTENTS WELCOME TO PRESCHOOL p. 3-4 COMMUNICATION About our School Philosophy Preschool Staff School Hours BEGINNING SCHOOL FOOD AND SNACKS p. 4-5 SPECIAL CELEBRATIONS p. 5-6 p. 13 Room Parents / Classroom Volunteers Field Trips / Walking Trips Arrival Drop Off Circle BEHAVIOR MANAGEMENT p. 7 p. 13-14 Discipline Policy Meeting Each Child’s Needs Dismissal Late Pick-Up Policy SAFETY AND SECURITY HEALTH AND SAFETY p. 12 Special Days Birthdays PARENT VOLUNTEERS DISMISSAL p. 11-12 Snacks Food Policy Meet and Greet Pre-Conferences Class Placement Separation and Transition Toileting ARRIVAL AT SCHOOL p. 11 Parent / Teacher Team Annual Surveys p. 8 p. 14 Security School Emergency Procedures Pest Control Procedures Radon Testing Absences / Illnesses Vision and Hearing Screening WHAT TO BRING / WHAT TO WEAR p. 8-9 Everyday Clothing Backpacks School T-shirts Cold Weather Clothing Items from Home CURRICULUM PROGRAM INFORMATION AND POLICIES p. 15-16 Emergency School Closings Registration / Enrollment Birth Certificate Policy School Directory / Photos Withdrawal from Program p. 9-11 SIGNATURE PAGE About Our Curriculum A Typical Day at Preschool Extending Your Child’s Day 2 p. 17 WELCOME TO PRESCHOOL Dear Preschool Families, Welcome to the Deerfield Park District Preschool! Entering preschool is an important milestone in the lives of children and their parents. It is a time when children move from home to a classroom, from a small group of friends to a larger community of peers, from loving parents to other adults who care for them in new ways. Our mission is to provide a secure environment of mutual trust in which your child can learn and grow in confidence and self-esteem. Children are encouraged to explore and develop one’s own particular capacities and talents while building a sense of community and cooperation with classmates and teachers. Throughout the year, parents are invited to participate in many special activities. You are also welcome to visit at any time, and staff is always available to answer questions. We want your child to have the best possible preschool experience. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to let us know. Our door is always open. Thank you for sharing your child with us. Warmly, Cindy Cindy Wolf Co-Director [email protected] Lynn Lynn Braun Co-Director [email protected] About Our School Deerfield Park District Preschool is a not-for-profit early childhood program that is licensed by the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) and is designed to meet or exceed licensing standards. Located in a secured area on the second level of the Jewett Park Community Center, we offer part-time enrollment for children 2 ½ years through 5 years of age. Deerfield Park District Preschool is open from the day after Labor Day through the week before Memorial Day. Our school generally follows the Deerfield School District 109 calendar for vacations, etc. Philosophy We are a developmental program designed so that children learn to play and play to learn. We believe that through play and problem solving, children learn the basic skills necessary to achieve – socially, emotionally, intellectually, physically, and creatively. Our programs are planned to reflect the changing developmental needs of children in each age group through individual and group activities. Our goal is to provide a warm, nurturing quality preschool environment, recognizing that each child has her/his own unique style of growth and learning. We believe parents and teachers are partners in children’s care and education helping children grow in confidence and self-esteem. 3 Preschool Staff Our dedicated, caring, experienced teachers are early childhood educators committed to helping children develop to their fullest potential. We are proud of maintaining a low student/teacher ratio. The staff is always available to answer questions or address your concerns. Throughout the year, the staff participates in numerous early childhood conferences, workshops, and in-service trainings in order to remain informed of current trends and research in the field. Our volunteer intergenerational program, ‘Growing Together’ provides a welcome addition to many of our classrooms. School Hours Little Learners 3 Year Olds Pre-K 4’s Tue / Thu Mon / Wed / Fri Mon – Fri 9:00am – 11:15am 8:45am - 11:15am 8:45am – 11:15am 3 years old by April 1 3 years old by Sept. 1 4 years old by Sept. 1 BEGINNING SCHOOL Meet and Greet The school year begins with our MEET and GREET Open House. This Open House gives families the opportunity to visit school, meet the teachers as well as meet other families in their child’s classroom. Pre-Conferences Prior to the start of school, your child’s teacher will call you to arrange a 15 minute pre-conference time. This visit will allow you and your child the opportunity to meet the teachers, find your child’s cubby and go over important school information. Class Placement Deerfield Park District Preschool reserves the right to determine the appropriate class placement of children. If you have any concerns regarding your child, please contact the Directors by July 1. Separation and Transition It is important for parents and teachers to give children sufficient time and support to help them move from the primary relationship with parents to a trusting, secondary relationship with teachers. Therefore, we request that parents/caregivers plan to remain available during the first couple of weeks of school in the event your child needs you. Please be assured that we recognize that this kind of separation is often as difficult for parents as it is for children. Here are a few suggestions that will help make your child’s transition to school a bit easier: 1. 2. 3. 4. Arrive on time. Pick up on time. Be sure to say goodbye. Reassure your child that you will return when school is over. Once you say goodbye, don’t prolong it – otherwise your child will feel your hesitation. 4 5. If your child needs a reminder of home, such as a family photo or security blanket, speak to his or her teacher to make a plan. We will encourage your child to leave the item in his or her backpack where he or she can ‘check’ on it. Don’t worry if your child is having trouble adjusting, we will get through it together. Be confident that your child is in good hands and that we will call you if necessary. You are welcome to call us to check on your child anytime. Toileting Children in our 3 Year Old and Pre-K 4’s programs should be toilet-trained before the start of the school year. Each classroom is equipped with a child-sized bathroom to encourage independence. We understand that toilet-training is a developmental process and not all children may be fully toilet-trained by September when school begins. If your child has any toileting difficulties, please speak to your child’s teacher. *A parent or caregiver should be available during school hours if a child should have a bowel movement during the school day and needs to be changed. Children in our Little Learners program may be working on toilet-training at the start of the school year. Toilet training is a very important milestone for a child, so we want to work together on this skill. Here are some helpful hints for when a child is ready to wear underwear to school: o o o o o o Can follow simple directions Able to stay dry for two or more hours at a time Can communicate when they need to go potty Expresses the desire to wear underpants Has limited accidents and makes you aware that they had an accident Is able to pull pants up and down independently ARRIVAL AT SCHOOL Arrival Our school entrance is on the NORTHEAST side of the Jewett Park Community Center. Upon arrival at school, all children and adults should enter through the double glass doors by the east circle driveway. A teacher or staff member will be there to let you in. During the first week of school, please walk your child into their classroom. For children in our 3 Year Old and Pre-K 4’s programs, DROP OFF in the circle driveway will begin the second week of school (for those children who are ready). Late Arrival: For a smoother transition to school, please arrive on time. Once class begins, our entry doors are locked. If you arrive late and a staff member is not available to open the doors, please bring your child to the park district registration office and we will be notified to let you in. Drop Off Circle For those children in our 3 Year Old and Pre-K 4 programs, your child may participate in ‘drop off’ in the circle driveway on the NORTHEAST side of the Jewett Park Community Center. Our staff will be outside waiting to take your child out of their car and direct them into their classroom. Drop-off encourages your child’s independence. However, if your child is 5 not ready, you may walk them into their classroom. Drop-off is NOT available for children in the Little Learners program. Please follow the directions listed below to drop off your child in the circle driveway: Morning drop-off begins at 8:40am (concludes at approximately 8:50am) • Enter the drop off line from the LIBRARY ENTRANCE on Waukegan Road. • Travel through the library parking lot, drive behind the police station in a line closest to the park, and turn right into the circle driveway. Please do not block anyone wishing to back out of the parking spaces in these areas. Pull ALL THE WAY UP in the circle driveway, to the end of the turnaround to allow more cars to enter. • Put your car in PARK and leave your child in their seatbelt. (Please try to have their car seat on the curbside) The driver should remain in the car. • A staff member will come up to your car and open the car door, assist your child with their seatbelt and getting out of the car. • As you exit the circle driveway, please turn right and watch for pedestrians in the crosswalk. N0 LEFT TURN out of the circle is permitted. CELL PHONES: The state of Illinois prohibits use of a hand-held cell phone while operating a vehicle in a SCHOOL ZONE area. Please help keep our children and adults safe while also obeying this law by refraining to use your cell phone for the few minutes you are in the drop-off circle. *We ask that you share drop-off procedure information with your designated drivers such as nannies, relatives, and neighbors before they drop off or pick up your child. For the safety of children and adults, we encourage you to drive slowly and use caution in the parking lot and drop-off areas which can be quite congested at arrival and dismissal times. Drop Off Circle Diagram 6 DISMISSAL Dismissal It is important to pick up your child on time. Children tend to get upset or worried if all the other children have been picked up and they are still waiting. Please wait behind the SOLID DOUBLE DOORS inside the community center (by the treehouse) until a staff member opens the doors at dismissal time. All children must be picked up and signed out in their classrooms by an authorized adult. Children will be seated and ready with their coats on. After entering the classroom, please sign out your child first before taking your child by their hand. After signing your child out, please leave the classroom holding your child’s hand through the hallway and until you arrive safely at your car. If you are carpooling or have more than one child, please keep your group together. If your child is going home with someone other than their regular carpool, please send a written note at the beginning of the school day. Your written note must include the date, your child’s name, name of adult picking up, and parent signature. VERBAL OR PHONE REQUESTS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. We will NOT release your child to anyone who is not on your Authorization For Pick Up form or Emergency Contact Information form without a written note from you. Identification may be requested. Please do not leave your car unattended in the circle driveway while you pick up your child. EARLY PICK-UP: Due to security reasons, if you need to pick up your child early, PLEASE CALL AHEAD to the Preschool Office @ 847-572-2634. When you arrive, please ring the bell at the DOUBLE GLASS DOORS on the NORTHEAST side entrance where we can see you through the glass. During the school year, please inform the Preschool Office of any changes to cell phone numbers, home numbers or changes in persons authorized to pick up your child. Late Pick-Up Policy If a parent, guardian or person authorized to pick up is over five (5) minutes late to pick up a child, we will attempt to reach an emergency contact listed on a child’s Emergency Contact Information form. A late fee may be incurred if a child is picked up late continually. If after forty five (45) minutes, we have been unable to reach an authorized person, we will contact the Deerfield Police Department for assistance. A Deerfield Park District employee shall be responsible for the child’s protection and wellbeing until the parent, guardian, or person authorized to pick up the child arrives or the authorities arrive. We will do our best to keep the child comfortable and calm until the situation is resolved. This issue shall not hold the child responsible for the situation and that discussion of this issue will only be with the parent or guardian and never with the child. Due to the above late pick-up policy, it is imperative to have up-to-date emergency contact information on file with the Preschool office. 7 HEALTH AND SAFETY Absences / Illness IF YOUR CHILD IS ILL OR WILL BE ABSENT FROM SCHOOL FOR ANY REASON, PLEASE CALL THE PRESCHOOL OFFICE @ (847) 572-2634. If the phone line is in use, your call will go directly to voice mail. If this occurs, please leave a message and we will call you back if necessary. In your message, please notify us as to the reason for your child’s absence – if they are ill and what symptoms your child is experiencing. Due to public health codes, the Preschool office must be notified if your child has any communicable illness, i.e.: strep throat, conjunctivitis, head lice, fifth disease, etc. Our goal is to create a safe and healthy environment for all children. To reduce the spreading of germs, we require children and adults to wash their hands upon arrival, before snack, and after bathroom use. If your child should become sick or if an emergency occurs while at school, we will call you to pick up your child. If we are unable to reach you, we will contact one of the authorized adults listed on your Emergency Contact Information Form or Authorization for Pick Up Form. A PARENT, GUARDIAN OR AUTHORIZED ADULT SHOULD BE REACHABLE AT ALL TIMES DURING THE HOURS YOUR CHILD IS AT SCHOOL. PLEASE keep your child home if he or she has any of the following symptoms: * yellow or green nasal discharge * temperature 99.0 or above * discharge from the eyes or ears * any contagious disease * sore throat and/or persistent cough * stomach ache, diarrhea and/or vomiting * Lethargy or inability to participate * any unusual rash Your child must be free of any of the above symptoms for at least 24 hours before returning to school. Vision and Hearing Screening In the spring, a certified technician from the Lake County Health Department will be providing hearing and vision screening for children enrolled in the 3 Year Old and Pre-K 4’s programs. Families will be notified in advance of the date. Vision screening is not a substitute for a complete eye and vision evaluation by an eye doctor. Your child is not required to undergo a vision screening if an optometrist or ophthalmologist completes and signs a report form indicating that an examination has been administered with in the previous 12 months. If applicable, please provide the Preschool Office with a copy of your child’s eye exam report prior to the screening date. WHAT TO BRING / WHAT TO WEAR Everyday Clothing We suggest play clothes that are comfortable and easy for a child to manage. Some projects may stain or be messy. Although smocks are provided, they do not cover everything. Check weather daily so your child is dressed appropriately for outdoor play. Weather permitting, we go outside EVERYDAY. Label each item with your child’s full name in permanent marker. 8 Please send your child to school in gym shoes - not sandals, crocs or dress shoes - so they will be safe for indoor and outdoor activities. In the winter, send your child to school in boots with gym shoes in their backpack. To encourage your child’s independence, gym shoes with Velcro are recommended. Backpacks Your child will receive a backpack to bring to school each day. Attached to your child’s backpack will be a plastic note holder to be used for communication between home and school. PLEASE USE THE SCHOOL-PROVIDED BACKPACK EACH DAY. Keep inside the backpack in a gallon zip-lock bag the following items * (labeled with your child’s name): Shirt and/or sweatshirt • pants (shorts in warm weather) • underwear • socks * Please change the clothing in your child’s backpack as the seasons change. School T-Shirts At the beginning of the school year, each child will receive a Preschool t-shirt. We encourage you to send your child to school wearing the t-shirt anytime, but especially when going on walking trips or field trips. Cold Weather Clothing Our experience tells us that the children feel proud of their accomplishments when they can dress themselves independently to go out and play. To encourage your child’s independence, we recommend mittens instead of gloves, and boots with Velcro closures rather than laces. This type of snow gear allows your child to dress themselves more easily. For safety, loose scarves are not encouraged. Upon arrival of cold weather, each child must bring to school EVERYDAY: • warm coat • snow pants • winter hat • mittens • snow boots (pull on or Velcro) • extra shoes for indoors (when children take off their snow boots) Items from Home With the exception of a security item for young children on the first days of school, please leave all toys and playthings either in the car or at home. Items from home often become the subject of arguments, aggressive behavior and hurt feelings. Our Preschool provides a wide variety of materials designated to help your child learn and grow and many opportunities to work on sharing at school. If your child brings toys to school, the toys will be placed in your child’s backpack. Weapons and war toys are never welcome. CURRICULUM About Our Curriculum Young children construct their understanding of the world through active exploration. Our well-rounded curriculum includes opportunities in math, science and nature, literacy, language and listening, dramatic play, and daily outdoor 9 play. Our teachers strive to create the best possible learning environment for each child. Art and music/movement teachers enhance the daily program. Activities change as the year progresses and as children develop new skills and perspectives. Teachers work as providers, facilitators, listeners, advisors, disciplinarians, mediators, helpers, and warm, nurturing people. Learning occurs as children interact with other children, with teachers, and with materials. These activities are the foundation for future formal learning. The children are working with others to solve problems, express feelings, and generate ideas. The Preschool is a happy and challenging environment for children as they explore their expanding world. Our classrooms are set up in centers offering exciting learning areas: blocks, writing, reading, manipulatives, science and nature, dramatic play, etc. Our art teachers offer a variety of materials that the child can examine, touch, and experiment with, using color, textures, and design. The groups gather for music and movement each day as well as stories and discussion. Weather permitting, the children play outdoors daily on the adjacent fenced preschool playground. The curriculum exposes children to a variety of cultural experiences that encourage the development of values such as respect for diversity, giving, sharing and learning to be good friends. Older children learn about responsibility and taking turns by holding small jobs in the classroom such as snack helpers, table washers, door holder, line leader, line caboose, meteorologist, etc. A Typical Day at Preschool A Day in the Little Learners Program 9:00am Arrival and welcome, handwashing 9:05am – 10:15am Group circle, learning centers, art table, music/movement 10:15am – 10:30am Clean up, storytime 10:30am – 10:50am Handwashing, snack, dress for outdoor play 10:50am – 11:10am Outdoor play 11:10am – 11:15am Review of the day 11:15am Dismissal A Day in the 3 Year Old Program 8:45am Arrival and welcome, handwashing 8:50am – 10:20am Group circle, learning centers, art table, music/movement 10:20am – 10:35am Clean up, storytime 10:35am – 10:50am Handwashing, snack, dress for outdoor play 10:50am – 11:10am Outdoor play 11:10am – 11:15am Review of the day 11:15am Dismissal A Day in the Pre-K 4’s Program 8:45am Arrival and welcome, student check in, handwashing 8:50am - 9:55am Group circle, learning centers, art table 9:55am - 10:35am Music/movement, learning centers, art table, clean up, storytime 10:35am – 10:50am Handwashing, snack, dress for outdoor play 10:50am – 11:10am Outdoor play 11:10am – 11:15am Review of the day 11:15am Dismissal 10 Extending Your Child’s Day A child’s day at Preschool may be extended through Lunch Bunch, Preschool Enrichment or other park district early childhood classes. Our teachers provide a smooth transition to these programs. COMMUNICATION Parent – Teacher Team Parent-Teacher communication is key to your child’s success at Preschool. Your observations of your child at home are as important as the teacher’s observations at school. We hope you will feel free to share these with your child’s teacher. Your insights into your own child are useful in helping the teacher work with your child. If there is an area of difficulty at school, communication and understanding between you and the teacher is an important step in helping your child. Attached to your child’s backpack will be a plastic note holder to be used for communication between home and school. Please check the note holder on a daily basis and we will, too. We urge you to contact us at any time if you want clarification about a program, to make suggestions, or to discuss your child’s experience. We would appreciate you keeping us informed of anything unusual that has happened or is about to happen in your family life (e.g. illness, parents away, death in the family, family visits, birth of a sibling, etc.). We would like to be able to support you as much as possible when you are in need. We feel regular parent-teacher communication is important. A late fall phone conference with parent and teacher is scheduled for all children. In March, we will hold evening Parent-Teacher Conferences for children in our 3 Year Old and Pre-K 4’s programs. In April, a second phone conference is held children in our Little Learners program. A meeting or phone call may be scheduled whenever parents or teachers have a concern they wish to share. In order to best serve the children, parents and teachers must strive to keep lines of communication open at all times. We are always available to talk to you about any issues and/or concerns that you might have. It is important that these kinds of conversations take place outside of the classroom. When the teachers are in the classroom, they are responsible for all of the children that are in their care. This will also ensure that you receive our undivided attention. Please do not hesitate to call us to set up a time to address any concerns that you might have about your child. Annual Surveys In the spring, we will send parents a survey on our Preschool program. We encourage you to complete and return these surveys, as your feedback really helps us grow and learn. However, please never hesitate to approach us with feedback throughout the school year through daily conversations, conferences, or by phone or email. We are always open to hearing your concerns and/or recommendations. FOOD AND SNACKS Snacks Everyday a snack is served at school. Typically, we serve snacks such as pretzels, various crackers, goldfish, or vanilla wafers. Foods such as peanuts, popcorn, or whole marshmallows are never served. 11 Parents are occasionally asked to provide a fresh fruit snack for their child’s classroom. A note will be sent home from your child’s teacher to inform you of your fresh fruit snack date. Allergies: Your child’s health is most important to us. If your child can not eat snacks that are served or a special treat that is brought in, we ask that you provide snacks to be left at school for your child. Be sure to discuss your child’s specific food allergies with their teacher. Food Policy All food or fruit items that are brought in for birthdays, special days, etc. must follow the guidelines listed below (small portions or mini-sized snacks are best for young children): Food items must be store-bought in their original packaging with the nutritional label intact. Please read the labels carefully for nut-free products. If the package has any statements such as: contains peanut or tree nuts, may contain peanuts or tree nuts, processed on shared equipment with peanuts or tree nuts, or processed in a plant that also processes peanuts or tree nuts, we will NOT be able to serve the snack. Home-baked items and unlabeled bakery items are NOT allowed. Fresh fruit items must be WHOLE (such as apples, clementines, oranges, or bananas). Whole fruit must be cut at school by staff. Packaged, store-bought, unopened fresh fruit (such as pre-sliced apples) as well as low sugar fruit cups (such as applesauce, pears or peaches) are allowed in their original packaging. For daily snack or classroom parties, all food served will meet the same guidelines as stated above. Please do not have your child, a sibling or accompanying adult bring in any food items or hot drinks such as coffee into the classroom due to safety and allergies. Have your child finish breakfast in the car before coming into school. Gum and candy are not permitted as they are choking hazards. SPECIAL CELEBRATIONS Special Days Parents of children in our 3 Year Old and Pre-K 4’s programs are invited to spend the day at school with their child on their birthday or “special day.” A “special day” can take the place of a birthday occurring over the summer or during a vacation period, or if a celebration otherwise can’t occur close to a child’s birthday. Your child’s teacher will send a note home to let you know which day your visit is scheduled. On your visiting day, we encourage parents to bring simple SMALL or MINI-SIZED treats for each child in the class. These treats must meet our food policy guidelines which are stated in this handbook. When you visit for a birthday or special day, please leave siblings home with a sitter, relative, friend, or another parent. Your child will appreciate your individual attention and that will make the visit truly special. We welcome you to our school and hope you enjoy your visit. Birthdays When inviting your child’s classmates to celebrate a birthday outside of school, parents should consider inviting all classmates so that no child feels excluded. In order to prevent confusion and/or loss of invitations, birthday party invitations may NOT be distributed at school. Thank you for your cooperation. 12 PARENT VOLUNTEERS Room Parents / Classroom Volunteers Room Parents serve as the liaison between parents and teachers and help to create a community within each classroom. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to; coordinating classroom events, reaching out to other parents who would like to volunteer and assisting classroom teachers as needed. Many room parents organize social events that help parents get to know each other (i.e. coffees and play dates at the playground). Most classrooms will have two room parents that work together to coordinate activities. In addition to Room Parents, we frequently ask parents to volunteer in the classroom as a guest reader, project helper and/or assist with classroom activities. Your child’s teacher will notify you for sign-up. We encourage all parents to sign up to volunteer in their child’s class at least one time during the school year. This opportunity allows you to be part of your child’s learning and to see your child in action in their classroom. All children in our 3 Year Old and Pre-K 4’s programs have one ‘Special Day’ when a parent will spend the entire day at school. Field Trips / Walking Trips The Preschool incorporates the outdoor environment and the community into many aspects of our program. Occasionally, we will take the children on local walks to the library, police station, or nearby store. WE WILL NOTIFY YOU IN ADVANCE OF THESE TRIPS. Periodically, we take the children in our Pre-K 4’s on bus trips. We often ask for parent volunteers to assist with their child’s class. Unfortunately, we cannot take siblings on these trips. A signed permission slip is required prior to any bus field trip. BEHAVIOR MANAGEMENT Our goal is to provide a safe environment for all children. If a child experiences difficulties in our program, the directors, teachers and families will meet to establish a plan with mutual goals for the child. We follow the program participant conduct plan stated in the general information of the seasonal park district brochure. Discipline Policy It is our goal to create an environment that allows each child to develop self-management skills and inner control. The children are provided with consistent, realistic limits and routines and helped to follow them through positive reinforcement methods only. Children are encouraged to use words, rather than physical means, to resolve conflicts, and are helped to be in tune with their own feelings and the feelings of other children. The Preschool staff will communicate their behavioral expectations in a language that children are able to understand in order to redirect inappropriate behavior. Removal from a scene of conflict will be used in order to help the child to regain self-control, and is accomplished either through talking with the teacher or moving to a quieter play area. Positive discipline teaches children about limits, how to maintain control over their bodies and how to problem solve in the event of conflict. Under no circumstances is corporal punishment or verbal abuse used. 13 Meeting Each Child’s Needs We recognize the need for and support early intervention for young children when necessary. We work closely with Northern Suburban Special Recreation Association (NSSRA) to provide additional support to our students and staff. We can work together to achieve agreed upon goals. SAFETY AND SECURITY Security The security of the children and staff in our program is a top priority. We are in a secured area of the building – all doors are locked during the school day. The outside double glass doors on the NE side of school are closed and locked immediately after drop off is concluded. School Emergency Procedures In the event of the necessity to evacuate the building due to an emergency, the children will be evacuated through the designated exit and will be escorted to a safe area away from the building. Children will remain outside of the building until we are informed by the proper authorities that it is safe to reenter. In the case of a tornado, the emergency tornado procedures will be put in place. The staff and children will remain in “safe” areas in the building until weather conditions clear. Safety drills are conducted regularly and are recorded as required for our DCFS licensing review. Pest Control Procedures The Jewett Park Preschool Playground is maintained by the Deerfield Park District. Recognizing the importance of providing safe, as well as attractive park areas, the Park District engages in a supervised program of pesticide application. Using the most up to date and safest chemicals available, the Park District hopes to control undesirable insects and plants, etc. Application is typically done twice, usually in the fall and early spring of the year. When a park/school facility is being sprayed such as the Jewett Park Preschool Playground, the school directors will be notified in advance. When school is in session, spraying of ground will be conducted after 4:00pm or on a Saturday. More detailed information is available upon request. Radon Testing The State of Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) requires that all licensed child care facilities hire an Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) Licensed Radon Measurement Professional to test the radon level in the building. This testing must be completed every three years and is posted next to our DCFS license. 14 PROGRAM INFORMATION AND POLICIES Emergency School Closings The Deerfield Park District Preschool follows the same snow cancellation policy as Deerfield School District 109. If District 109 has cancelled school due to snow, our Preschool will be closed. If the District has a late start or cancels school due to cold, we will make every attempt to keep school open. There are no make-up days for emergency closings. The following sites/numbers will be updated by 7:30am: Websites: www.dfpd.org or www.emergencyclosing.com Weather Hotline: (847) 317-2555 Registration / Enrollment Fall registration for new students is held in early January. Current students are given priority to register before the general public. ALL REGISTRATIONS AND PAYMENTS ARE HANDLED THROUGH THE DEERFIELD PARK DISTRICT REGISTRATION DESK AT THE JEWETT PARK COMMUITY CENTER. Birth Certificate Policy In order to comply with The Missing Children’s Records Act, The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) requires that we have a certified copy of each child’s birth certificate on file within 30 days of enrollment. We are required by The Missing Children’s Records Act, to notify the Illinois State Police or local law enforcement agency if a parent or guardian fails to submit proof of the child’s identity within the 30 day time frame. School Directory / Photos A school directory will be distributed shortly after the school year begins. This directory is for the personal use of Preschool families only and may not be used for any other purpose. In addition, photos may be taken throughout the school year to create books, display in the classroom or hallway, or used in promotion of park district programs. If you do not wish for your child’s name to be listed in the school directory, or photos of your child to be used in park district publicity, please notify the Preschool office by JULY 1. Every student will receive a class photo taken by a professional photographer in the late fall. Unfortunately, we are unable to take individual photos at that time. Throughout the year, many photos are taken of children by the teachers. At the end of the year, many of those photos will be available to you. Withdrawal From Program Please give the Directors at least TWO weeks written notice if you plan to withdraw your child from school. Unfortunately, there can be no adjustments, make-ups, or refunds when children are absent or on vacation, or if snow or emergency days occur. 15 16 Deerfield Park District Preschool Parent Handbook 2016-2017 Please return this page along with your enrollment forms Date ____ / ______ / _________ Child’s Full Name (please print) _________________________________________________________________ Check age group: ___ LITTLE LEARNERS (3 years by 4/1) ___3 YEAR OLDS (3 years by 9/1) ___PRE-K 4’s (4 years old by 9/1) I have read the Deerfield Park District Preschool Parent Handbook including the discipline policy as well as the policies and procedures of the Deerfield Park District Preschool. Parent /Guardian Name (please print) ____________________________________________________________ Parent /Guardian Signature __________________________________________________________________ 17 FOR USE IN DCFS LICENSED CHILD CARE FACILITIES CFS 600 Rev 5/2006 STATE OF ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES CERTIFICATE OF CHILD HEALTH EXAMINATION Please Print Student’s Name Address Last First Street Birth Date Middle City Sex Grade Level Parent/ Guardian ZIP code ID# Telephone # Home Work IMMUNIZATIONS: To be completed by health care provider. Note the mo/da/yr for every dose administered. The day and month is required if you cannot determine if the vaccine was given after the minimum interval or age. If a specific vaccine is medically contraindicated, a separate written statement must be attached explaining the medical reason for the contraindication. VACCINE/DOSE Diphtheria, Tetanus and Pertussis (DTP or DTaP) 1 DA MO YR MO 2 DA YR MO 3 DA YR MO 4 DA YR MO 5 DA YR MO 6 DA YR Diphtheria and Tetanus (Pediatric DT or Td) Inactivated Polio (IPV) Oral Polio (OPV) Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib) Hepatitis B (HB) Comments Varicella (Chickenpox) Combined Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR) Measles (Rubeola) Rubella (3-day measles) Mumps Pneumococcal (not required for school entry) Check specific type (PCV7, PPV23) PCV7 PPV23 PCV7 PPV23 PCV7 PPV23 PCV7 PPV23 PCV7 PPV23 PCV7 PPV23 Date Other (Specify hepatitis A, meningococcal, etc.) Health care provider (MD, DO, APN, PA, school health professional, health official) verifying above immunization history must sign below. Signature Title Date Title Date Title Date Signature (If adding dates to the above immunization history section, put your initials by date(s) and sign here.) Signature (If adding dates to the above immunization history section, put your initials by date(s) and sign here.) ALTERNATIVE PROOF OF IMMUNITY 1. Clinical diagnosis is acceptable if verified by physician. *(All measles cases diagnosed on or after July 1, 2002, must be confirmed by laboratory evidence.) *MEASLES (Rubeola) MO DA YR MUMPS MO DA YR VARICELLA MO DA YR Physician’s Signature 2. History of varicella (chickenpox) disease is acceptable if verified by health care provider, school health professional or health official. Person signing below is verifying that the parent/guardian’s description of varicella disease history is indicative of past infection and is accepting such history as documentation of disease. Date of Disease 3. Signature Title Measles Laboratory confirmation (check one) Lab Results Date Mumps MO DA Rubella Date Hepatitis B Varicella (Attach copy of lab report, if available.) YR VISION AND HEARING SCREENING DATA Pre-school – annually beginning at age 3; School age – during school year at required grade levels Date Age/Grade R L R L R L R L R L R L R Vision Hearing Printed by Authority of the State of Illinois (Complete Both Sides) IL444-4737 (R-01-05) L R L R L R L Code: P = Pass F = Fail U = Unable to test R = Referred G/C = Glasses/ Contacts Last Sex Birth Date Student’s Name First Middle School Grade Level/ ID # Month/Day/ Year HEALTH HISTORY TO BE COMPLETED AND SIGNED BY PARENT/GUARDIAN AND VERIFIED BY HEALTH CARE PROVIDER ALLERGIES (Food, drug, insect, other) MEDICATION (List all prescribed or taken on a regular basis.) Yes Diagnosis of asthma? Child wakes during the night coughing? Yes No No Birth complications/prematurity? Yes No Developmental delay? Blood disorders? Hemophilia, Sickle Cell, Other? Explain. Diabetes? Yes No Yes No Yes No Surgery? (List all.) When? What for? Serious injury or illness? Head injury/Concussion/Passed out? Yes No TB skin test positive (past/present)? Yes* Seizures? What are they like? Yes No TB disease (past or present)? No Tobacco use (type, frequency)? Heart problem/Shortness of breath? Yes Indicate Severity Yes No Heart murmur/High blood pressure? Dizziness or chest pain with Yes No exercise? Eye/Vision problems? _____ Glasses Contacts Last exam by eye doctor _______ Other concerns? (crossed eye, drooping lids, squinting, difficulty reading) Ear/Hearing problems? Bone/Joint problem/injury/scoliosis? Yes No Yes No Loss of function of one of paired organs? (eye/ear/kidney/testicle) Yes No Hospitalizations? When? What for? Yes No Yes No Yes Yes* No No *If yes, refer to local health department. No Alcohol/Drug use? Yes Yes No No Family history of sudden death before age 50? (Cause?) Yes No Dental Braces Other concerns? Bridge Plate Other Information may be shared with appropriate personnel for health and educational purposes. Parent/Guardian Signature Date Entire section below to be completed by MD/DO/APN/PA PHYSICAL EXAMINATION REQUIREMENTS HEAD CIRCUMFERENCE HEIGHT WEIGHT BMI B/P DIABETES SCREENING (Not required for daycare.) BMI>85% age/sex Yes No And any two of the following: Family History Yes No Ethnic Minority Yes No Signs of Insulin Resistance (hypertension, dyslipidemia, polycystic ovarian syndrome, acanthosis nigricans) Yes No At Risk Yes No LEAD RISK QUESTIONAIRE Required for children age 6 months through 6 years enrolled in licensed or public school operated day care, preschool, nursery school and/or kindergarten. Questionairre Administered? Yes No Blood Test Indicated? Yes No Blood Test Date Blood Test Result . (If child resides in Chicago, blood test is required.) TB SKIN TEST Recommended only for children in high-risk groups including children who are immunosuppressed due to HIV infection or other conditions, recent immigrants from high / / Result mm prevalence countries, or those exposed to adults in high-risk categories. See CDC guidelines. No Test Needed Test performed Date Read Date Results Date Results LAB TESTS (Recommended) Hemoglobin or Hematocrit Sickle Cell (when indicated) Urinalysis SYSTEM REVIEW Normal Developmental Screening Tool Comments/Follow-up/Needs Normal Skin Endocrine Ears Gastrointestinal Eyes Normal Yes No Amblyopia Yes No Objective screening Yes No Result______________ Referred to Opthalmologist/Optometrist Yes No Comments/Follow-up/Needs Genito-Urinary LMP Neurological Nose Musculoskeletal Throat Spinal examination Mouth/Dental Nutritional status Cardiovascular/HTN Mental Health Respiratory NEEDS/MODIFICATIONS required in the school setting DIETARY Needs/Restrictions SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS/DEVICES e.g. safety glasses, glass eye, chest protector for arrhythmia, pacemaker, prosthetic device, dental bridge, false teeth, athletic support/cup MENTAL HEALTH/OTHER Is there anything else the school should know about this student? If you would like to discuss this student’s health with school or school health personnel, check title: Nurse Teacher Counselor Principal EMERGENCY ACTION needed while at school due to child’s health condition (e.g. ,seizures, asthma, insect sting, food, peanut allergy, bleeding problem, diabetes, heart problem)? Yes No If yes, please describe. On the basis of the examination on this day, I approve this child’s participation in PHYSICAL EDUCATION Yes No Modified (If No or Modified,please attach explanation.) INTERSCHOLASTIC SPORTS (for one year) Yes Physician/Advanced Practice Nurse/Physician Assistant performing examination Print Name Address Signature Date Phone (Complete both sides) No Limited SUMMARY OF LICENSING STANDARDS FOR DAY CARE CENTERS Introduction The Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) is responsible for licensing day care centers. When a day care center is licensed, it means that a DCFS licensing representative has inspected the facility and the facility was found to meet the minimum licensing requirements. A license is valid for three years. The day care center’s license must be posted. It will indicate the maximum number of children allowed in the facility and the areas where children may receive care. Licensed day care facilities are inspected annually by DCFS licensing staff. If a complaint has been received regarding a violation of the licensing standards of a day care center, a licensing representative will conduct a licensing complaint investigation to determine if the alleged violation should be substantiated or unsubstantiated. Individuals may contact the Day Care Information Line to learn of substantiated violations. Day Care Information Line 1-877-746-0829 This statewide toll-free information line provides information to the public on the past history and record, including substantiated violations, of licensed day care homes, day care centers, and group day care homes. This number operates Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Summary of Licensing Standards for Day Care Centers The following is a summary of the licensing standards for day care centers. It has been prepared for you so that you may monitor the care provided to your child. This is a summary and does not include all of the licensing standards for a day care center. State licensing standards are minimum standards. If you observe a violation of any of these standards, you are encouraged to discuss your concerns with the day care center operator. In most cases, parents and day care operators are able to resolve the parents’ concerns and issues. If you believe the day care operator is not responding to your concerns and may not be meeting state licensing standards, you may make a complaint to the local DCFS Licensing Office or by calling the Child Abuse Hotline at 1-800-252-2873 and stating that you want to make a licensing complaint. A DCFS licensing representative will investigate your complaint and report the results back to you. The day care center is required to provide a copy of its own written policies regarding the operation of the facility to each staff person and to parents of enrolled children. Staffing • The day care center must have a qualified child care director on site at all times. The director must be at least 21 years old, have completed two years of college or have equivalent experience and credentials. • Early childhood teachers must be at least 19 years old, have two years of college or have equivalent experience and credentials. • School-age workers must be at least 19 years of age and at least five years older than the oldest child in their care. They must have completed one year of college or have the equivalent experience and credentials. • Early childhood assistants and school-age assistants must have a high school diploma or the equivalent and must work under direct supervision of an early childhood teacher or a school-age worker. • Student and youth aides must be at least 14 years of age, at least five years older than the oldest child in their care, and must work under direct supervision of an early childhood teacher or a school-age worker. • Student and youth aides are not generally counted for purposes of maintaining staff/child ratios. • The director and all child care staff must have 15 hours of in-service training annually. • All staff must have current medical reports on file and are subject to background checks for any record of criminal conviction or child abuse and neglect. • A person certified in first aid, including CPR and the Heimlich maneuver, must be present at all times. Group Size and Staff Requirements: AGE OF CHILDREN STAFF/CHILD RATIO MAXIMUM GROUP SIZE 1 to 4 1 to 5 1 to 8 1 to 10 1 to 10 1 to 20 1 to 20 12 15 16 20 20 20 30 Infants (6 weeks through 14 months) Toddlers (15 through 23 months) Two years Three years Four years Five years (preschool) School-age: Kindergartners present • Exception: One early childhood teacher and an assistant may supervise a group of up to 30 children if all of the children are at least five years of age. • Whenever children of different ages are combined, the staff/child ratio and maximum group size must be based on the age of the youngest child in the group. General Program Requirements • Parents must be allowed to visit the center without an appointment any time during normal hours of operation. • Staff must demonstrate respect for each child enrolled regardless of gender, ability, cultural, ethic or religious differences. • There must be a balance of active and quiet activity. Daily indoor and outdoor activities are to be provided for children to make use of both large and small muscles. • In pre-school programs where children receive care for less than three hours per day, outdoor activity is not required. • Children may not be left unattended at any time. Infants and Toddlers • Infants and toddlers must be in separate space away from older children. • A refrigerator and sink must be easily accessible. • Toys and indoor equipment must be cleaned and disinfected daily. Safe, durable equipment and play materials must be provided. • Either the day care center or the parent may provide food for infants not consuming table food. Feeding times and amounts consumed must be documented in writing. • No food other than formula, milk, breast milk or water may be placed in a bottle for infant feeding. Microwaves are not to be used for bottle warming. • Children who cannot turn over alone must be placed on their backs. • The facility must have a clearly defined diaper changing area with the procedures for changing diapers clearly posted. A hand-washing sink must be accessible for hand washing. • Staff changing diapers must wash their hands and the child’s hands with soap and running water after diapering. • Information about feeding, elimination and other important information must be recorded in writing and made available to parents when the child is picked up at the end of the day. • Only new cribs manufactured on or after June 28, 2011 must be in place School-Age Children • The facility must have a designated area for school-age children so they do not interfere with the care of younger children. • Clear definitions of responsibility and procedures are to be established among parent, day care center and school when children move to and from school. • A variety of developmentally appropriate activities and materials must be available for children. Opportunities must be provided to do homework, if requested. Evening, Night and Weekend Care • Family-like groups of mixed ages are allowed. • Staff must be awake at all times and in the sleeping area whenever children are sleeping. • Each child must have an individual cot, bed or crib. • An evening meal and a bedtime snack must be served. • Breakfast must be served to all children who have been at the facility throughout the night and are present between 6:30 a.m. and 8:30 a.m. Enrollment and Discharge • Parents must be provided the names, business address and telephone number of persons legally responsible for the program. • Parents must be provided, in writing, information on the program, fees, arrival and departure policies explaining to the parents and guardians what actions the caregiver will take if children are not pick up at the agreed upon time, and the guidance and discipline policies. • Parents must complete an enrollment application, which includes, for first time enrolment, providing a certified copy of their child’s birth certificate (which will be copied by the center and returned to the parent), emergency numbers, and persons authorized to pick up their child. • A child may only be released to a parent or other responsible person designated by the parent. • Daily arrival and departure logs must be kept by the center. Guidance and Discipline • Parents must be given a copy of the guidance and discipline policy. • The following are prohibited: - corporal punishment - threatened or actual withdrawal of food, rest or use of the bathroom - abusive or profane language - public or private humiliation - emotional abuse, including shaming, rejecting, terrorizing or isolating a child • “Time-out” is to be limited to one minute per year of age. “Time-out” may not be used for children less than two years of age. Transportation • • • The driver must be 21 years of age and hold a driver’s license that has been continuously valid for three years. Children must not be allowed to stand or sit on the floor of the vehicle. Age appropriate safety restraints must be used when transporting children in vehicles other than school buses. The driver must make sure that a responsible person is present to take charge of a child when delivered to his or her destination. Health Requirements for Children • A medical report indicating that the child has been appropriately immunized must be on file for each child. Parents are encouraged to be informed about childhood immunizations by going to the following Web site: http://www.state.il.us/dcfs/daycare/Childhood_Immunizations. shtml. A tuberculin skin test is to be included in the initial exam unless waived by a physician. • The medical report is valid for two years for infants and preschool children. Exams for school-age children are required consistent with the requirements of the public schools. • The center will comply with the Illinois Department of Public Health’s Hearing and Vision Screening Codes and the Illinois Child Vision and Hearing Test Act. • Children aged one to six years must have either a lead risk assessment or a lead screening. • Water must be freely available to all children. • Children’s hands must be washed with soap and water upon arrival at the center, before and after meals or using the toilet, after wiping or blowing their noses, after outdoor play and after coming into contact with any soiled objects. • Prescription and non-prescription medication may be accepted only in its original container. The center must maintain a record of the dates, times administered, dosages, prescription number (if applicable) and the name of the person administering the medication. • Medication must be kept in locked cabinets or other containers that are inaccessible to children. Nutrition and Meals • Menus must be posted. • Meals and snacks must meet nutritional guidelines. • Children in care two to five hours must be served a snack. Children in care five to 10 hours must be served a meal and two snacks or two meals and one snack. Children in care more than 10 hours must be served two meals and two snacks or one meal and three snacks. Napping and Sleeping • Children under six years of age who remain five or more hours must have the opportunity to rest or nap. • Infants must sleep in safe, sturdy, freestanding cribs or portable cribs. • Toddlers may use either stacking cots or full-size cribs. • A cot or bed must be provided for each toddler or preschool child in attendance five or more hours. Each cot, bed or crib must be labeled with the name of the child. Physical Space • Infants and toddlers must be housed and cared for at ground level unless special approval has been granted from the Department. • Indoor space must provide a safe, comfortable environment for the children. Floors and floor coverings must be washable and free from drafts and dampness. • Toilets and lavatories must be readily accessible to the children. • Hot and cold running water must be provided. • Hazardous items must be inaccessible to children. • Parents must be notified before pesticides are applied, unless in an emergency • Exits must be unlocked and clear of equipment and debris. • Drills for fire and tornado must be conducted. A floor plan must be posted in every room indicating the areas providing the most safety in the case of a tornado and the primary and secondary exit routes in case of fire. • Smoking or the use of tobacco products in any form is prohibited in the child care center or in the presence of children while on the playground or on trips away from the center. • Play materials must be durable and free from hazardous characteristics. • The facility may not use or have on the premises any unsafe children’s product as described in the Children’s Product Safety Act. Lists of unsafe children’s products and recalls from 1989 to now are available at: www.idph.state.il.us/webapp/SRSApp/pages/index.jsp. • The facility must be cleaned daily and kept in sanitary condition at all times. • First-aid kits must be maintained and readily available for use. Outdoor Play Area • Play space must be fenced or otherwise enclosed or protected from traffic and other hazards. There must be a shaded area in summer to protect children from excessive sun exposure. • All areas of the outdoor play space must be visible to staff at all times. • Equipment must be free of sharp points or corners, splinters, protruding nails or bolts, loose or rusty parts, the potential for entrapment and/or other hazards. • Protective surfaces must be provided under equipment from which a child might fall • All swimming pools must be fenced or otherwise inaccessible to children. • During hours of operation and at all times that children are present there must be a means for parents of enrolled children to have direct telephone contact with a center staff person. This summary has been developed to assist parents in monitoring the care provided by the day care center. For a complete copy of the Licensing Standards, write or call Department of Children and Family Services Office of Child and Family Policy 406 East Monroe Street Springfield, Illinois 62701 Telephone (217) 524-1983 Licensing Standards for Day Care Centers may also be accessed through the DCFS website: www.state.il.us/dcfs and following the links to Part 407, Licensing Standards for Day Care Centers. You may also contact your nearest DCFS office. Printed by Authority of the State of Illinois DCFS #89 – August 2012 – 30,000 Copies CFS 1050-52 – Rev. 8/2012 I/WE, __________________________________________________________________________________ Please Print Name(s) VERIFICATION OF RECEIPT State of Illinois Illinois Department of Children and Family Services _______________________ Date __________________________________________________________ Signature of Parent THIS COMPLETED FORM IS TO BE PLACED IN EACH CHILD’S FILE AT THE DAY CARE FACILITY. _______________________ Date __________________________________________________________ Signature of Parent received a copy of a summary of licensing standards printed by the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services. parent(s) of _____________________________________________________________, hereby certify that I/we have Name(s) of Child(ren) CFS 581 Rev. 12/2000 Deerfield Park District Preschool ROOM PARENTS serve as the liaison between parents and teachers and help to create a community within each classroom. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to; coordinating classroom events, reaching out to other parents who would like to volunteer, and assisting classroom teachers as needed. Many room parents organize social events that help parents get to know each other (i.e. coffees and play dates at the playground). Most classrooms will have two room parents that work together to coordinate activities. If you are interested in being your child’s classroom ROOM PARENT, please cut the bottom portion and return to the Preschool Office with your enrollment forms by JULY 1. Room Parents will be selected at the beginning of school. Thank you! __________ _____ __________ _____ _______________ ROOM PARENTS 2016-2017 Date ____ / ____ / ________ Child’s Name (please print) ________________________________________________________ Circle: Little Learners (3 years old by April 1) 3 YEAR OLDS (3 years old by Sept 1) PRE-K 4’S (4 years old by Sept 1) Parent/Guardian Name (please print) ________________________________________________ Home Phone _____________________________ Cell Phone ___________________________ Deerfield Park District Preschool September 2016 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday 1 Friday 2 Meet & Greet Open House (parent and child) Little Learners 9:00 - 9:45am 3 Year Olds, Pre-K 4’s 10:00 - 11:00am 5 6 7 8 No School Little Learners Pre-Conferences* 3 Year Olds Pre-Conferences* Labor Day (parent and child) (parent and child) Pre-K 4’s Pre-Conferences* Pre-K 4’s Begin regular hours 8:45 - 11:15am (parent and child) 9 Little Learners Shortened hours 9:00 - 10:00am or 10:15 -11:15am 3 Year Olds Shortened hours 9:00 - 10:00am or 10:15 - 11:15am (children only, teacher will assign time) (children only, teacher will assign time) (children only) 12 13 14 15 16 3 Year Olds Begin regular hours 8:45 -11:15am Little Learners Shortened hours 9:00 - 10:30am Little Learners Begin regular hours 9:00 - 11:15am (children only) (children only) (children only) 3’s, Pre-K 4’s Drop Off begins (if child is ready) 19 20 21 22 23 26 27 28 29 30 Family Night Little Learners 5:00 - 5:45pm 3 Year Olds, Pre-K 4’s 6:00 - 7:00pm *Your child’s teacher will assign a specific pre-conference time – a 15 minute meeting held during school hours. Deerfield Park District Preschool All Year School Calendar 2016 – 2017 September January Fri., Sept. 2 Meet and Greet All Age Groups Mon., Jan. 2 No School – Legal Holiday Mon., Sept. 5 No School – Labor Day Tue., Jan. 3 School Resumes Tues., Sept. 6 Pre-conferences for Little Learners, Pre-K (child and parent) Mon., Jan. 16 No School – MLK Day Wed., Sept. 7 Pre-conferences for 3 Year Olds (child and parent) Fri., Sept. 30 Family Night Sat. Feb. 4 VIP and Me (morning event) Mon., Feb. 20 No School – President’s Day October Mon., Oct. 3 February No School – Rosh Hashanah Mon., Oct. 10 No School – Columbus Day March Tues., Oct. 11 No School – Teacher In-service Mon., Mar. 6 Wed., Oct. 12 No School – Yom Kippur Thu. , Mar. 16 Evening conferences (3’s, Pre-K’s) No School – Pulaski Day Mon., Mar. 27 No School – Spring Break (through Friday, March 31) November Fri. Nov. 11 No School – Veteran’s Day Tues., Nov. 22 No School – Thanksgiving Break April Mon., Apr. 3 School resumes Mon., Nov. 28 School Resumes Fri., Apr. 14 No School – Good Friday December May Mon., Dec. 19 No School – Winter Break Wed., May 24 Last day of school 3 Year Old program (through Friday, November 25) (through Monday, January 2) Thur., May 25 Last day of school Little Learners, Pre-K Fri., May 26 Teacher In-Service Edited 04/15/2016 Deerfield Park District Preschool MEET & GREET Family Open House FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 2nd Little Learners 9:00-9:45am 3 Year Olds & Pre-K 4’s 10:00-11:00am