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Anchor Bay Co-Op Nursery, Inc.

Licensed By:

State of Michigan

Michigan Department of Consumer and Industry Services

Associated With:

Greater Detroit Council for Co-Operative Nurseries

Revised May 2019

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1 Cooperative Preschool Philosophy ............................................................................. 4

2 Before School Begins ................................................................................................. 4

2.1 Orientation .......................................................................................................... 4

2.2 Worker Bees/Classroom Assistants .................................................................... 4

2.3 Health Requirements ........................................................................................... 5

3 What To Expect From A Preschool Experience ......................................................... 5

4 Classroom/Preschool Policies ..................................................................................... 6

4.1 Child And Parent In The Preschool .................................................................... 6

4.2 When You Assist ................................................................................................ 7

4.3 When You Drop Off Your Child: ....................................................................... 9

4.4 Parent Participation ........................................................................................... 10

5 Discipline Policy ....................................................................................................... 11

5.1 Procedure For Handling Discipline Issues ........................................................ 11

6 Licensing Rules For Child Care Centers .................................................................. 13

7 Fire Evacuation Plan ................................................................................................. 14

8 Tornado Emergency Plan .......................................................................................... 14

9 Emergency Evacuation ............................................................................................. 14

10 Lock down ............................................................................................................ 15

11 Food Service Policy .............................................................................................. 15

12 Injury Or Accident Procedures ............................................................................. 15

13 Health Care Plan…………………………………………………………………15

14 Anchor Bay Co-Op Nursery Written Plan Of Supervision ................................... 17

15 Criminal Clearance Of Working Parents .............................................................. 18

16 I-Chat .................................................................................................................... 18

17 Identix ................................................................................................................... 18

18 Privacy Policy ....................................................................................................... 18

19 Attachment A: Constitution .................................................................................. 19

1 Article I: Name ................................................................................................. 19

2 Article II: Purpose ............................................................................................. 19

3 Article III: Membership .................................................................................... 19

4 Article IV: Executive Board ............................................................................. 19

5 Article V: Meetings........................................................................................... 20

6 Article VI: Quorum ........................................................................................... 20

7 Article VIII: Amendments ................................................................................ 20

8 Article IX: Dissolution ...................................................................................... 20


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20 Attachment B: By-Laws ....................................................................................... 21

1 Section I: Prerequisites For Membership .......................................................... 21

2 Section II: Responsibilities For Continuing Membership ................................ 21

3 Section III Tuition And Fees............................................................................ 22

4 Section IV Withdrawals ................................................................................... 22

5 Section V Parliamentary Authority .................................................................. 23

6 Section VI School Property .............................................................................. 23

7 Section VII Executive Board ........................................................................... 23

8 Section VIII Officers......................................................................................... 23

9 Section IX Nursery Session ............................................................................. 26

10 Section X Duties Of The Teacher .................................................................... 26

21 Attachment C: Insurance Liability Transfer Form................................................ 28

22 Attachment D: Withdrawal Form ......................................................................... 29

23 Attachment E: Parent Contract ............................................................................. 30

24 Attachment F: Working Parents Duties ................................................................ 31


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1 COOPERATIVE PRESCHOOL PHILOSOPHY A Cooperative Preschool is, as the name implies, teachers and parents working

cooperatively to establish an environment in which a child can grow and develop

according to his or her individual needs. We believe the involvement and commitment of

the parents in a Co-op reinforces the happy experiences for the young child in one of

his/her first ventures away from home.

The preschool is a child sized world devoted to a child's main business - playing, which is

laying the groundwork for more specific and formal academic learning which will follow

in years to come.

Here at Anchor Bay Co-Op Nursery, Inc., we believe that our program should provide a

stimulating and creative atmosphere that allows a child to function where he/she is

developmentally, and at the same time stimulate him/her to the next stage of growth

without forcing. The environment is carefully planned to help the child learn to be

independent and to make choices. Yet, there are limits set that make the child feel secure.

Preschool provides an opportunity for a child to become familiar with a group setting, to

develop self-expression, creativity, a sense of responsibility, and an interest in learning.

Through varied activities, a child is allowed to broaden the spectrum of his/her preschool

experience.

Preschool is a learning experience for parents as well as children. Parents will be able to

observe children and various methods of child guidance and problem solving. A Co-Op

preschool helps parents gain greater understanding and enjoyment of their own children

as they share this very important chapter in their child's life.

2 BEFORE SCHOOL BEGINS

2.1 Orientation

There will be an orientation program in August to acquaint the parents with the purposes,

mechanics, and techniques of a cooperative nursery school. This meeting is very

important, and attendance is required by one parent. Both are welcomed.

2.2 Worker Bees/Classroom Assistants

Parents are assigned to Worker Bee teams at the beginning of the year.

Each team has a scheduled day to assist with classroom cleanings, and to

make play dough. On average, depending on enrollment, the WORKER

BEES perform their team duties 1-2 times per year. Parents also assist the

teacher in the classroom on a rotating basis. This involves bringing a snack

and napkins, or drink and cups, helping set-up before class, participating

with the class activities and assisting in clean-up after class. Parents assist in the

classroom on a monthly rotation on average about 2 days per month. On the days


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parents/approved workers assist in the classroom, their child is the special helper for the

day.

2.3 Health Requirements

The state license requires a certificate of health to be completed by the child’s physician.

Children MUST be immunized against DPT, Polio, Measles, Rubella, and

Mumps. The health form provided by the nursery school must be

completed by a physician and filed with the Nursery School Membership

Chairman. To obtain waiver information you must contact the St. Clair

County Health Department at: 810-987-5300

The child must have been examined in the 360-day period prior to the

opening day.

All health forms must be on file with the Membership Chairman before the child may

attend school.

Please inspect your child before sending him to school each day. Communicable diseases

such as a strep infection or conjunctivitis must be reported to the teacher. Fresh colds are

considered contagious for three days or 72 hours, following the first symptoms. Children

with fevers may not attend school until their temperature has been normal for 24 hours.

Parents should not assist at the nursery school if they have sore throats or colds.

3 WHAT TO EXPECT FROM A PRESCHOOL

EXPERIENCE

Many preschool parents wonder what will happen when their children are at preschool.

What will they learn, will their problems be solved, how will they act? Some, none, or

all of the behaviors noted below may come true. They are all normal behavior.

(Whenever "he/him/his" is mentioned "she/her/hers" is implied.)

Your child may come home very tired and irritable or all keyed up

the first weeks. Give him lunch and a nap if possible. This is a

brand new experience, and is very stimulating and tiring.

Your child may act differently on the days you participate.

Remember he is the most important child to you. Reassure him,

don't push him away.

Your normally outgoing child may be quiet at school. Don't push

him. Let him absorb everything at his own pace.

Your child will do things at home that he does not do at school and vice versa.

Your child may pick up new language at school. He may also pick up some new

behavior at school, some good and some bad. Don't necessarily blame this on the

school. These things will be picked up in any situation where children are together.

Relax and live through it.

Your child may come home with paint splatters and dust from the floor. Don't

scold. Dress him in clothes that wash easily. We are here for fun. Rubber soled

shoes are the safest to wear at school.

Your child may come home unhappy one day from school. Console him and help

him to measure up to the situation. Preschool is not always a completely happy


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experience, but neither is life. Part of growing up is meeting these frustrations and

accepting them.

Your child may not want to come to school. Look for the reason. This too is

normal behavior and you need to gently insist a few times. If it continues, it may

help to talk to the teacher.

Your child may suddenly want you to stay with him in the middle of the year. Go

along with him and give him the extra support he may need.

The purpose of preschool is not to learn facts and bring home lots of finished projects.

We want him to have fun experiencing many group and individual activities and to learn

to adjust to people himself. You may be starting your role as an assistant to the teacher

for the very first time. Don't be afraid. Relax and enjoy yourself and the children. As you

observe other children, you may see yours in a new light too. You will find that his

behavior is probably more normal than you had imagined.

4. CLASSROOM/PRESCHOOL POLICIES 4.1 Child, Parent and Teacher In The Preschool

Talk with your child about the new environment and adventure before

the first day of school.

Remind him/her that mother/father will be helping at the preschool and that on

those days he/she will be the special helper.

Please dress children for play (soft-soled shoes are preferred) and prepared to

participate in activities which may require jumping or crawling on the floor. Play

clothes that can withstand stain and soil are best. Be sure your child is dressed

warmly in cool weather and has adequate clothing for outdoor play.

Please mark clothing that might be removed, including boots, book-bags, and

sweaters clearly with child's name.

If staff or volunteers become ill while at the child care center, they will be sent

home to prevent further spread of the illness. If children become ill while in our

care, the child will separated from the group to prevent further spread of the

illness to other children. Parent or emergency contact person will be required to

immediately pick up the child. The child will be made comfortable and will be

adequately supervised until picked up by the parent.

Children, staff, and volunteers cannot be present at the child care and will be

excluded if any of following exist:

a. Fever of 100 degrees - (must be fever free for 24 hours without the aid

of fever reducing medication in order to return to care)

b. Diarrhea- (must be symptom free for 24 hours without the aid of

medication to return to care)

c. Vomiting- (must be symptom free for 24 hours without the aid of

medication to return to care)

d. Rash (exception: mild diaper rash) and communicable diseases (such

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require documentation from a physician that you are clear to return to

child care.

R400.8155 (4)- Requires when the center becomes aware of a

communicable disease, centers are required to notify all parents of

children in care, not just the parents of children who had direct

contact/exposure to a communicable disease. Notification may be

made by posting the information in a conspicuous location at the

center, sending home written notification to parents, Emailing parents

and/or calling parents.

Notify the teacher of any allergies or serious illnesses. If the child is not well

enough to participate in outdoor play at home, he should not attend school. If you,

or your child, are unable to attend school for any reason, please call the teacher at

the school phone number and leave a message.

1 When You Assist

A. Classroom Responsibilities

The first few days a parent assists at the preschool may seem to be a hectic

experience. However, after you become accustomed to the room set-up and routine,

it is hoped that you will find it both enjoyable and educational. While in the nursery

you may observe how other children play and you will have a chance to discuss the

problems of childhood with other parents of young children after the sessions. It is

important to remember that a child may behave one way when you are not there.

1. If it is necessary to switch your working day with another parent, note the

change on the Working Parent/Snack schedule posted on the bulletin

board and notify the teacher. YOU are responsible for getting a

parent to work for you on your scheduled day.

2. For insurance purposes, and to allow your child to fully

experience your attendance, parents may not bring siblings

who are not enrolled in that class when working. Siblings are

welcome to attend most field trips and many classroom special events, however.

3. Parents are not to assist if they exhibit any symptoms of a cold or any other

contagious disease. Please coordinate a substitute if you will miss your scheduled

day due to illness.

4. Please note, in accordance with Social Services regulations, children cannot be

allowed in the kitchen.

5. The kitchen stove may not be used by the Nursery at any time, by order of the

Fire Marshall

6. Smoking is NOT permitted in the building or on school property at any time per

State Licensing requirements.

7. All children must be accompanied by an adult when in the bathroom. Please see

that used paper towels are placed in the wastebaskets, toilets are flushed, and

faucets are completely turned off.


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8. Assisting parents who bring snacks/drinks are asked to prepare the eating area and

the snacks prior to snack time. Any leftover snack and or drink should be taken

home or disposed of appropriately, after each class.

9. Assisting parents who provide drink are also asked to provide cups and those

providing snacks are asked to provide napkins and any required plastic cutlery.

10. During snack time, classroom assistants are asked to sit at the tables with the

children. Encourage good manners such as the use of Please and Thank You, no

grabbing, passing politely, etc.

11. Assisting parents must wipe tables after snacks and put necessary items in the

refrigerator and rejoin the group.

12. If you are not planning to attend field trips with your child, it is your

responsibility to make arrangements for a ride, and someone to be responsible for

your child, if you want him/her to attend. Children are not allowed to ride with the

teacher.

13. Put children's names on all projects and include the last initial. Print or use all

capitals and spell names correctly from the name tags.

14. Interacting with the children is an essential part of our program. While visiting

with the other parents is one of the benefits of the program, please remember THE

CHILDREN COME FIRST!

15. Be consistent with the standards set by the teacher.

16. Be friendly - have fun yourself. Join in the singing of the songs and playing of

games. Show enthusiasm in the activities. Roam during free play and assist in

answers, and play with the children.

17. Before the children leave, remove name tags and return to the proper place. Check

that they have their own projects.

18. Once school is dismissed, children should wait in an area designated by the

teacher.

19. If there are any juice spills or paint on the floor, it must be wiped up with a wet

paper towel.

20. Juice containers, placemats, and any other utensils must be rinsed with one capful

of bleach per dishpan of water. Bleach is found in the designated area.

21. Always check with the teacher before you leave.

22. Refer to the working parents duties for a full list of daily tasks.

B. Guidelines for Working With the Children

1. Be constantly alert to the safety of the children. Help them avoid activities leading

to danger such as throwing blocks, crashing vehicles, running, etc.

2. Be genuine and friendly in working with the children. Don't talk down to them or

speak in an artificial voice.

3. Be generous and sincere in giving praise and encouragement.

4. Remember manners are "caught" rather than "taught". Treat the children with the

same respect you would give an adult.

5. Go to the child to speak to him/her. Be sure you have his/her attention and speak

simply and briefly.

6. When a conflict occurs between children, do not be too eager to help. If children

can settle their own differences, they learn in the process.


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7. BE POSITIVE! Use "Do" instead of "Don’t".

8. Expect cooperation and you will get it.

9. Foster independence by helping a child help himself

10. ENCOURAGE. Do not DO for a child. It is in the DOING that children learn.

The finished product is not what's important!

11. It is a good idea to warn children in advance of a change in activity

12. Do not expect all children to participate in all activities at all times. A child may

want to just watch. This is fine, as long as he does not disturb the children who

are participating.

C. Rules of the Room

1. Chewing gum is not allowed by the children or Assisting

Parents.

2. Running is not allowed

3. Indoor voices should be used at all times. No screaming.

4. Pushing, kicking, and hitting are not allowed.

5. No "shooting" or gun games.

6. At clean-up time, all toys, books, etc., must be put away in their proper places.

Everyone helps.

7. Keep children away from all other rooms in the building.

8. Children are not to bring toys from home unless it is a special occasion, show

and tell, and then they will not be used for playing.

9. Paint shirts are worn by the children when painting at the easels and for most of

the activities at the art tables.

10. Children are not allowed in the school office area (if applicable)

2 When You Drop Off Your Child:

1. Arrive with your child no more than five minutes before school is to begin.

2. Please sign in (child’s name, name of person who dropped them off, and phone

number).

3. Check your mailbox and the bulletin board (or other posted news) for papers

and messages before and after each class. This includes field trip sign ups,

monthly schedules, and party volunteers.

4. Pick your child up on time or please phone if you will be delayed.

5. Please wait outside the classroom until the teacher dismisses your child.

6. Please sign out (signature of the person who picked the child up).

7. Keep children off equipment after school.

8. Make sure you pick up your child’s art project(s) for the day.

4.4 Parent Participation

As a co-op, parent participation is what makes the school

operate and co-ops are full of opportunities to become


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involved in your child’s preschool experience! General Membership meetings

are held according to a yearly posted schedule and provide critical information

about preschool happenings, classroom activities, provide an opportunity to

network with other parents and to hear form the teachers about exciting

classroom activities. These meetings are MANDATORY for all members to

attend. These meetings are for parents, guardians, non-nursery members

ONLY and children should not attend.

Parents who are unable to attend a General Membership meeting should make

arrangements with a friend or relative to attend the meeting in your place.

These meetings are MANDATORY and any absence will result in a $25 fine

per meeting that’s missed.

There are additional classroom volunteer opportunities available for those

members to maintain the smooth operations of the classroom. These

positions are filled at the Orientation meeting in August by those who

volunteer for each class. They are:

o Class Liaison-this role acts as a primary point of contact for any concerns

or issues that the parents do not feel comfortable approaching or working

directly with the teacher. The Class Liaison would then contact the

teacher, or the Teacher Liaison which is the Board President, to discuss

the matter and determine an action plan or resolution. It is important to

remember that this role must exercise sensitivity and confidentiality with

the issues or topics discussed.

o Emergency Parent-this role serves as a backup to the working parents

who cannot fulfill their regularly scheduled working parent duties due to

illness, or an unforeseen situation that arose. The Emergency parent must

be available on a short notice to work in place of the scheduled worker and

may also be called upon by the teacher in the event of a no show or when

the teacher requests additional assistance in the classroom.

o Substitute Teacher-the role of the class substitute teacher is to teach the

class in the absence of the teacher. In most cases, the teachers cover each

others classes, however, there are situations where this is not possible and

substitutes are needed. The regular teachers maintain daily lesson plans

for the substitutes. Substitute teachers must be both OSHA and CPR

certified. Classes for both certifications are typically offered by ABCN

annually. All required documentation by ABCN must be completed for

the substitute teachers (IE. TB tests, Criminal background checks, etc).

5 DISCIPLINE POLICY

The goal of discipline is to teach each child to be responsible for himself and his

actions. Each child must learn to respect others and the property of others. This goal is

achieved by one on a one-to-one basis to find out the "why" of the problem and to see

what possible solution can be found. After a discussion with the child, it is important


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to make certain he knows you are not upset with him but upset with the act itself.

Some action may have to be taken. For example, if the child continues to crash his

riding vehicle after a discussion, he may have to be told not to play with that vehicle

for the rest of that day. He would then be helped to find an alternate activity. If further

infractions occur, the child is then redirected. If the behavioral issue continues, an

incident report will then be written for any and all unacceptable behavior, (examples

of this would be including but not limited to biting, continuous hitting, kicking, or

spitting). After three incident reports, a conference would then be scheduled with the

teachers, parents, and executive board. If further action were needed, we would follow

the standard GDCNC procedures as instructed.

3 Procedure For Handling Discipline Issues

Since a cooperative preschool program is set up so that all adults work in the

classroom, it is important that there is consistency in discipline procedures. It is our

objective to handle every situation as positively as possible with the child's/

children's best interest in mind, thus preserving self-esteem and building confidence

and problem solving skills for children and parents, as well. The teacher is

responsible for discipline and to oversee the working parents, however, in the event

a working parent assist with discipline, the ABCN discipline procedures are

followed. Following is a procedure that supports this objective clearly in outline

form with specific examples to clarify each technique.

1. REDIRECTION. Whenever possible, redirecting a child/children (get them

involved in another activity) is a simple way to stop certain types of play,

behaviors.

Offer Choices. You may have to walk with or take the child (children) by the

hand and find something else that suits him/her.

If the child resists, you can say very specifically; "You may do this or that, but

you may not do that." Ex. You may build with blocks, or work at the

workbench, but you may not knock over Jason's building.")

2. CONFLICT RESOLUTION. When a conflict arises between two or more

children, acting as a facilitator helps the children make the decision about what to

do to remedy the situation.

Approach situation and ask what the problem is.

Restate what the child/children have told you: Ex. Meg was playing with

the purple pony, and you need it to be the mother, Jane. Is that right?")

Ask thought-provoking questions to get the children thinking about how

they can resolve this problem. Exs. ("Jane, is there another pony that could

be the mother?" or "Meg, you have so many ponies, do you think Jane

could use the purple one?", etc.)

Continue to ask questions, make suggestions so that the children can work

through the situation. This takes patience and time. What often happens is

the children lose interest in the toy altogether before the conflict is

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a time limit on the toy. But even then, the children will become familiar

with this communication skill and begin to use it.

**Very young children (young threes and under), will be harder to do this with since

they are still egocentric (naturally "me- oriented"). The process can be made simpler

according to the age/maturity level of the children.

3. CONFINING A CHILD. In extreme cases (where a child/children are out of

control or endangering him/herself or others), it may be necessary to remove a

child from the scene, and confining, maybe even restraining him/her in a chair or

on the floor. This is not a "Time Out", and should not be referred to as such, since

that sets up a negative situation. Instead it is a way to control and calm a child

who is upset or has upset or hurt someone else.

It is important to explain to him/her that they need to stay there with you until

they calm down (This is when you may need to restrain by sitting in front of

the child while you talk to him. If a child is very upset and you just leave

him/her there, he may just get right back out of the chair because he is angry,

and now you have created a power struggle situation where no one wins.)

Tell him that after he has calmed down, he is welcome to rejoin the group.

This gives him the choice to re-enter the play or stay where he is at, and also

clearly shows that the behavior will not be tolerated.

These incidents should be discussed with the parent of the aggressors), and in

the event that someone was hurt physically or emotionally, that child's parent

also. (It is good to include the child(ren) in this discussion so they are aware

that it is important.)

If the aggressive behavior continues, the child(ren), can be "shadowed" by the

teacher or a working parent to oversee the child's behavior and help him/her to

make better choices and/or control his/her temper.

If the behavior still persists, the parent will he asked to be present in class

each day with his/her child until the problem is resolved. .

4. INCIDENT/ACCIDENT REPORT. In any situation where a child is hurt, either

deliberately or accidentally, and/or is demonstrating problem behavior consistently, a

report should be filled out in duplicate, a copy to be kept at school and one to give to

the parent.

Notification Procedure/Process for children who have experienced an incident

1. Both Parents will be notified verbally of any incidents that occurred during school

time on the conclusion of class.

2. Written report will be issued and needs to be signed by both parents of the involved

child. Copies of written report will be placed in the files of all parties involved and

also in the teacher’s incident report file.

3. After three incidents involving the same child, a meeting will be called to discuss

continued enrollment, behavior modification, or further action required. Planned

meeting will involve: teachers’, parent’s, and ABCN President.


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5. ADDITIONAL IDEAS TO KEEP IN MIND:

In an incident where there is a "victim", that child should always be consoled

first. If he/she has been hurt this is obvious, however it is important to attend

to that person even if not hurt physically, since it models empathy (which is a

learned emotion). Also, rushing to the aggressor is sometimes the desired

response the child is looking for (inappropriate behavior is a common

motivator for children seeking attention.).

Expecting young children to say, "I'm sorry" is unrealistic in many situations,

and should not be forced. Usually children of the preschool age are not sorry

because they are egocentric; they are focused on their own needs. Adults need

to remember that they are not being selfish, this is normal in the early

childhood years. By modeling proper behavior, we will teach them to be

empathic toward others, develop patience and to use their words to get what

they need. In addition, trying to force a child to say something is impossible

and more times than not, you will end up in a power struggle. (Instead, you

can say: "John, you've hurt Pat's feelings. Look at his face. Do you see how

sad he is? Next time you are upset with Pat, use your words to tell him he

made you angry, instead of calling him names", for example. With this

procedure, the child will understand the consequences of what he's done and

may even apologize on his own. The adult will not end up in a situation where

he/she has to follow through with a child who will not give in.

With clear cut guidelines, and our main objective being to teach positive

behaviors and techniques instead of punishing or humiliating a child for

misbehavior, all the members of the co-op (teachers, parents and children)

will feel secure in their positions with each other.

6 LICENSING RULES FOR CHILD CARE

CENTERS

State of Michigan Department of Consumer & Industry Services as of December 2006 r.

400.5107 DISCIPLINE Rule 107

1. The staff shall use positive methods of discipline that encourage self-control, self-

direction, self-esteem, and cooperation.

2. The following means of punishment shall be prohibited:

a. Hitting, spanking, shaking, biting, pinching, or inflicting other forms of corporal

punishment.

b. Restricting a child's movement by binding or tying him or her.

c. Inflicting mental or emotional punishment, such as humiliating, shaming, or

threatening a child.

d. Depriving a child of meals, snacks, rest, or necessary toilet use.

e. Confining a child in an enclosed area, such as a closet, locked room, box, or

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3. Non-severe and developmentally appropriate discipline or restraint may be used

when reasonably necessary, based on a child's development, to prevent a child from

harming himself or herself or to prevent a child from harming other persons or

property, excluding those forms of punishment prohibited by sub rule (2) of this rule.

A policy shall be developed and implemented regarding the discipline of children. It

shall be:

a. In written form.

b. Age appropriate.

c. Provided to staff and parents.

7 FIRE EVACUATION PLAN

1. Sound the fire bell - small hand bell &/or automatic fire alarm

system located in classroom.

2. Have children line up in back of the teacher, using the leader (handle)

rope. The teacher will count the children. The DRINK Parent is responsible for

obtaining the Emergency Cards and Attendance Records.

3. Evacuate the building by exiting out the safest route depending on where the fire

is located. Fire Evacuation Plans are posted on the doors and on the supplies

cabinet. The class will then go directly to the designated area. (See point X on the

diagram.)

4. At this time, the teacher will count the students outside the building.

5. The SNACK Parent will check bathrooms and behind all equipment for any

children left behind

6. If there is time, the SNACK Parent should call the Fire Department, close any

open windows or doors, and gather the children's coats.

7. This evacuation policy will be posted on the metal cabinets in the nursery and

near each exit sign in the classroom. The teacher and parents must be informed of

their responsibilities for both fire and tornado emergencies.

8 TORNADO EMERGENCY PLAN

1. In our area, the tornado siren rings for one (1) minute if a

tornado warning is in effect. At this time, the teacher will

ring the bell and line the children up behind her, using the

leader (handle) rope. The SNACK Parent will bring the

Emergency Cards and Attendance records and follow at the end of the class line.

2. The children will be taken to the designated area as posted in the diagram. The

teacher will again count the children and check attendance records.

3. The DRINK Parent will check the bathrooms and behind all equipment for any

children and then join the rest of the class in the coatroom. They will remain in

the designated area until the all-clear signal of another one (1) minute siren is

given by the city.


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9 EMERGENCY EVACUATION

In the event that the school needs to be evacuated the teacher and the drink parent will

be responsible for taking the children out of the classroom to a safe location. The

snack parent will be responsible for getting the cordless phone, the emergency cards

and bringing them out of the classroom. The snack parent will also be responsible for

making the calls. All parents will be contacted, if the parent is unable to be contacted,

the emergency contacts, as provided by the parents on the emergency card, will be

called.

10 LOCK-DOWN

In the event that the school would need to be locked down, the teacher and the drink

parent would become responsible for the children. The snack parent would be

responsible for getting the cordless phone, the emergency cards and for making the

phone calls. Each parent will be contacted and if the parent is unable to be contacted,

the emergency contact numbers, as provided by the parents on the emergency card,

will be called. It will be necessary to show ID when picking up the children and the

children will be released at the side door only.

11 FOOD SERVICE POLICY

Nutritious snacks will be provided and served by the parents; as directed by the

working parent/snack schedule.

12 INJURY OR ACCIDENT PROCEDURES

If the injury is MINOR (such as a minor scrape on the knee), the teacher

will: 1. Attend to the injured child and notify other working parents of

the injured child.

2. Apply first aid, complete incident report.

3. Verbally notify the parent at pick up time and provide written injury report.

If the injury is SERIOUS, the teacher will: 1. Attend to the injured child and notify other working parents of the injured

child.

2. Apply first aid.

3. Immediately direct other working parents to call the child's parent/guardian,

pediatrician, or ambulance as determined by the seriousness of the accident.

4. Stay with the injured child until relieved by other staff, parent, or ambulance

5. Inform parents or emergency notification person if child is taken to the

hospital

6. Complete an accident report form and a send a copy to Social Services.

7. Wear rubber gloves when coming in contact with any blood and/or any other

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8. Clean up any blood and/or bodily fluids or wastes and disposing of them

according to OSHA rules. (Working parents may ONLY assist if it is their

child).

13 Health Care Plan

Hand Washing Procedures

1. Have single service towel available.

2. Turn on the water to a comfortable temperature between 60 and 120 degrees

(if manual adjustment is available).

3. Moisten hands with water and apply soap.

4. Rub hands together vigorously until soapy lather appears and continue for at

least 20 seconds.

5. Rub areas between fingers, around nail bed, under fingernails and jewelry, and

back of hands.

6. Dry hands with clean, disposable paper or single use cloth. Turn off tap with

disposable paper or single service towel.

Hands shall be washed with soap and running water. The following are not approved

substitutes for soap and runny water:

Hand sanitizers

Water basins

Pre-moistened cleaning wipes

Handling Bodily Fluids

It is the responsibility of the teacher to attend to an injured or sick child unless it

is your own child.

The preschool will use precautions when handling bodily fluids as instructed in

the blood borne pathogen training. Steps will include:

1. Staff will put on gloves.

2. Clean up bodily fluid.

3. Wash area with soap and water, rinse, and sanitize area.

4. Wash hands of child.

5. Take off gloves and wash hands.

Cleaning and Sanitizing

The following steps are to be followed for cleaning and sanitizing:

1. Wash area/surface with water and soap/detergent (Step 1 bottle).

2. Rinse water/surface with clean water (Step 2 bottle).

3. Submerge, wipe or spray the article/area/surface with sanitizing solution

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Sanitizing Solution

Water and non-scented chlorine bleach solution with a concentrate of 1

teaspoon of bleach to one gallon of water.

Commercial sanitizers specified on the label to be safe for food contact

surface and used according to the manufacturer's directions.

Approved natural sanitizer (proven to sanitize just as well as what is stated

above).

Controlling Infections

See universal precautions above.

Toys that are mouthed will be removed and washed, rinsed, and sanitized.

Our toys and equipment will be washed immediately if dirty or on a monthly

basis.

Children who become ill will be moved away from the group until they are

picked up.

Communicable diseases such as a strep infection or conjunctivitis must be

reported to the teacher. Fresh colds considered contagious for three days or

72 hours following the first symptoms. Children with fevers may not attend

school unless their temperature has been normal for 24 hours. Parents should

not assist at the nursery school if they have sore throats or colds.

Emergencies:

Fire

Tornado

Lock down

Please refer to the ABCN handbook pages 13 & 14. Plans are also in classroom.

Medication:

The only medication that is to be dispensed at ABCN is medication that

would prevent the loss of life. Including, but not limited to EPI pens and

insulin.

The medication will be provided by the parent or guardian.

The parent must fill out a medication form and have it on file.

Teacher will store the medication within the classroom and out of reach of

the children.

14 Notification of the Licensing Notebook

Child Care Organization Act, 1973 Public Act 116

Michigan Department of Human Services


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All Childcare centers must maintain a licensing notebook which includes all

licensing inspection reports, special investigations reports, and all related

corrective action plans (CAP). The notebook must include all reports issued and

CAP s developed on and after May 27th, 2010 until the license is closed.

This Center maintains a licensing notebook of all licensing inspection

reports, special investigation reports and all related corrective actions

plans.

The note book will be available to parents for review during regular

business hours

License inspection and special investigation reports from at least the past

two years are available on the Bureau of Children and Adult Licensing

website at .

15 ANCHOR BAY CO-OP NURSERY WRITTEN

PLAN OF SUPERVISION

The teacher of each respective class is responsible for the supervision of any and all

working parents and aides. The teacher is not to allow any working parent to be alone

with any child who is not their own for any extended length of time.

16 Criminal Clearance Of Working Parents

Each new school year, we will submit criminal clearance requests to the State of

Michigan to ensure that no working parent has committed criminal acts or acts of

abuse or neglect of children. The results are then sent directly to the parent, who must

provide a copy to the membership chairperson. These are required to be kept on file

for licensing purposes. Centers may not allow a person convicted of a listed offense

to regularly or continuously work at the child care center.

Volunteers will not have unsupervised contact with children if they have been

convicted of any of the following:

A listed offense, as defined in section 2 of the sex offenders’ registration act, 1994

PA 295, MCL 28.722

Child abuse or child neglect

A felony involving harm or threatened harm to an individual within the 10 years

immediately preceding the date of hire.

17 I-CHAT


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Effective January, 2006 State Licensing requires that teachers and the President

complete the new Michigan State Police I Chat. Each year we will conduct this criminal

and sexual offender background check per the new requirement. The Michigan Criminal

History Record Database is updated daily with Felony and Misdemeanor Arrest, Charge

& Conviction information provided by Law Enforcement, Prosecuting Attorneys and

Courts throughout the State of Michigan.

18 IDENTIX

Effective January, 2006 State Licensing requires that teachers and the President

complete the new Identix Identification Services (IIS). This is a fingerprinting service

designed to provide authorized businesses and governmental agencies

with the capability to obtain fingerprint-based criminal history checks

for job applicants and licensees.

19 Privacy Policy

ABCN collects demographic information including phone numbers and addresses

for school use only. Phone numbers are distributed to the members and made

available via the secured area of the ABCN website. If any member requests that

their information not be published to members, the Membership chair should be

contacted to request exclusion. However, contact information is maintained on the

Emergency contact cards and provided to the teachers per State Licensing

requirements.

20 Attachment A: Constitution

(May only be changed by a majority vote of the membership)

19.1 Article I: Name The name of this organization shall be Anchor Bay Cooperative Nursery, incorporated, a non-

profit cooperative corporation incorporated in the State of Michigan.

19.2 Article II: Purpose The name of this organization shall be Anchor Bay Cooperative Nursery, incorporated, a non-

profit cooperative corporation incorporated in the State of Michigan.

19.3 Article III: Membership 1. Membership in this organization shall be active only and shall include both parents and

guardians whenever possible. 2. An applicant for membership shall meet the requirements designated under the by-laws.

Membership will be open regardless of race, creed, sex, religion, or national origin.

3. Admission standards shall conform to the regulations of the Department of Social Service of the

State of Michigan and other such state and local agencies which are authorized by law to

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4. Children shall be between the ages of eighteen (18) months and five (5) years to start school. It

is not necessary for a child entering the Parent/Tot program to be "potty trained". It is necessary

for a child entering any other class to be "potty trained".

5. A child may be placed in ANY program, regardless of age, upon Teacher

approval/recommendation, after the child has been evaluated in his/her "age appropriate

program”. If enrolling after December 31st, the child will have a two-week probation period to

assess proper placement of child. 6. On or before December 1, a child entering: Parent/Tot program must be eighteen months old; 3

year must be 3 years old; and 4 year or 4/5 program must be 4 years old.

7. Children must be emotionally, socially and physically ready for admission and may be excluded

regardless of age if they are not ready.

19.3.1 Registration/Waiting Lists 1. Children currently enrolled shall have first priority for the following school year

if they wish to attend. 2. Alumni (Previous members) also have priority to register on a first-call-first-served basis after

the currently enrolled children, but before non-alumni.

3. Non-Alumni (anyone on the waiting list who has never had a child in the preschool) applicants

may register in chronological order as payment of initial tuition and fees are received.

4. After school begins, the same waiting list priorities shall prevail when openings occur. If no

waiting list exists for a class, and an opening occurs, the Publicity Chairperson is contacted to

advertise the openings.

19.4 Article IV: Executive Board The affairs of this organization shall be managed by its Board of Directors, hereafter

referred to as the Executive Board or Board. The annual election of the officers by ballot

shall be held at the fourth meeting of the General Membership. Each officer shall serve for

one year.

1. The Executive Board shall consist of the President, Vice-president, Secretary, Treasurer,

Scheduling Chairperson, Ways and Means Chairperson, Publicity Chairperson, Assistant

Treasurer, Membership Chairperson, and Web Master.

2. No member shall be elected to the office of President for more than two (2) consecutive years.

3. The nominating committee shall be appointed in February, at the Executive Board meeting

and shall present the proposed slate at the March General Membership Business meeting. The

Membership Chairperson shall chair this committee, but may serve as an advisory.

4. Vacancies due to resignation or death shall be temporarily filled by a member appointed by

the Executive Board until an election is called for by the President.

19.5 Article V: Meetings 1. A General Meeting of members shall be held prior to the start of school.

2. General Membership Meetings are held according to yearly posted schedules, which will be

handed out each new school year. Attendance is MANDATORY. Any non-excused absence

will result in a $25.00 fine to help us enforce attendance. If a member is unable to attend,

he/she must have one parent or non- member representative

3. Special General Membership Business meetings may be called by the President, or by the

written request of three (3) members of the Executive Board, or by five (5) General members.

4. The date, time, and place of the Executive Board meetings shall be made known to the

membership.

5. Special Executive Board meetings may be called or canceled by the President, or any two (2)

officers.

6. Notice of any special meeting of the Board shall be posted at least two (2) days prior to the

meeting.

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(Quorum: The number of members of anybody that must be present to legally transact business,

usually a majority.)

1. The members of the organization present will constitute a quorum for the transaction of business

of any properly announced General Membership Meeting.

2. A majority of the Executive Board shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business of any

meeting.

19.7 Article VII: Fiscal Year The fiscal year shall be from June 1st to May 31st.

19.8 Article VIII: Amendments 1. This Constitution may be amended by a majority vote of all members present at a General

Membership meeting.

2. By-Laws and standing rules may be adopted, amended or repealed by a majority of the

Executive Board at any meeting of the Board or by a majority of the members at any General

Membership meeting.

19.9 Article IX: Dissolution The Organization reserves the right to dissolve at any time upon the vote of ¾ of the current

membership. Upon dissolution, any assets after payment of expenses and refunds to members of

the unused portion of tuition paid in advance are not to be divided among members. Such assets

are to be transferred to such tax- exempt organizations which qualify under Section 501 © or

Section 501 © (#3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1954.

21 Attachment B: By-Laws

(May only be changed by a majority of the Executive Board)

21.1 Section I: Prerequisites For Membership

1. A completed application form

2. Compliance with the State requirements as follows

a. Current (every year) physical exam report signed by a licensed physician for each

child shall contain:

i. A record that states the child has been completely immunized against

hepatitis B, diphtheria, whooping cough, tetanus, polio, and measles, and

the approximate dates of these procedures, or that the inoculation took place

at the time of examination and will continue to completion.

ii. Any history of recent exposure to communicable diseases.

3. A description of all abnormal conditions which are found on examination

4. Current (within 2 years) tuberculosis test report for all Working Parents must show a negative

result.

5. Classroom Assistants and Staff are required to sign criminal record/child abuse-neglects waivers

before admission into classrooms as working parents. If this criminal check shows any convictions

of a felony or substantiated reports of child abuse or neglect, admission of this working volunteer

may be declined based upon board decision. 6. Registration and tuition paid

7. Attendance at the Orientation Tea

8. Reading and signing the Membership Requirements Agreement Form and Parent Contract.

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1. Familiarization and compliance with the rules of this organization

2. Attendance at all required meetings

3. Service on any committees appointed by the Board

4. Assisting in the classroom as scheduled 5. Secure your own substitute if unable to assist an appointed day 6. Pay all fees when they are due

7. Notification to the Membership Chairperson, of any communicable diseases the child may have

come in contact with. Upon recovery, your child may resume attendance with a doctor's note, as

under the rates of the Michigan Regulations for the control of Communicability of that illness.

8. Contacting the Membership Chairperson if the child is absent for more than one week.

9. Giving two (2) weeks written notice to the membership chairperson in the case of withdrawal for

any reason.

10. To spend as many Nursery/Classroom sessions with the group as scheduled and to make

arrangements for a replacement or exchange with another enrolled parent. The teacher MUST be

made aware of all changes. Failure to comply with this rule will result in a $25.00 fine and

possible dismissal as determined by the Board for repeated absences. 11. Scheduled General Membership Business meetings are held according to the yearly posted

schedules at 6:30PM. Attendance is MANDATORY and all fees are due at that time according to

the policies outlined in the Constitution, Article V regarding Meetings.

12. Attend all scheduled cleaning sessions held according to the yearly posted schedules to participate

in the cleaning of the classrooms and its contents. There will be a $25.00 fine for any absence for

cleanings where a substitute was not arranged. 13. Participate with the mandatory fundraiser. (Either by selling the required dollar amount or

personally paying the required dollar amount.) There will be optional fundraisers throughout the

year. If enrolling after December 31st but before March 30th, you will be required to sell half of

the required dollar amount or personally pay half of the required dollar amount. 14. Participate in monthly extra jobs designated by the orientation Chairperson.

15. Participate in three (3) hours of volunteer services outside of school promoting the program (IE

Farmer's Market, McDonald's Night, Mom to Mom Sales, etc). Effective 5/31/2012.

21.3 Section III: Tuition And Fees 1. Registration Fees A. There will be a NON-REFUNDABLE registration fee for each new family. Amounts will be

available in the registration packets.

B. Registration funds shall be used to purchase insurance for the parents and children and for

membership in the GDCNC (Greater Detroit Council of Co-Op Nurseries). 2. Tuition

A. Prior to starting school, the first and last month’s tuition is due as a security deposit.

B. Tuition must be paid by check or money order. Tuition shall be due on the first of each

month by placing a check or money order made payable to A.B.C.N., with TUITION written

in the memo section, in the lock box. Cash cannot be accepted for audit purposes.

C. Members failing to pay by the 10th of the month will be contacted and a $25.00 late charge

will be assessed. If a late payment is rendered, members are asked to include the late fee to

reduce administrative costs to the school of issuing a late notice.

D. Accounts delinquent after the 15th of the month will cause membership to be canceled unless

the member takes the matter before the Board. Payment plans may be arranged with the

Assistant Treasurer.

E. If the member has more than one (1) child in the preschool, tuition will be discounted by 15%

of the current tuition for the younger child. F. Members enrolling after the first of the month shall pay tuition on a prorated basis as

determined by the Board.

G. Any bank check returns will be assessed a $25.00 fee. If a second bank check is returned,

money orders will then be required for any and all school payments.

H. Military Families will receive a 10% discount on their monthly tuition. They are required to

provide a copy of their Military ID to the membership chairperson. This will be placed in the

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I. Current members are eligible to receive a $5 tuition credit for any new members that they

refer to our school after registration and first month’s tuition is received.

3. Refunds

A. Tuition refunds will only be made before initial attendance at the parent's request.

B. Registration fees are non-refundable

C. No refund will be made after initial attendance at the request of the parents, except upon

approval by the Board for one or more of the following reasons:

i. Moving out of town

ii. Severe illness of the parent or child upon written notice of the physician

iii. Dismissal by the Board due to non-readiness

D. May's tuition shall not be refunded after December 31

E. No tuition refunds due to inclement weather or building issues that prevent school (no

water/electricity, etc)

F. Fixed costs of rent, supplies, staffing, equipment, insurance, and utilities warrant this policy.

4. Gifts

A. Classroom instructors may receive non-taxable holiday bonus with their December Payroll

and/or at the end of the school year depending upon job performance and availability of

school funds.

B. Each Board member may receive a non-taxable gift payable at Christmas and/or the end of the

year based upon performance and availability of funds. This will be voted upon by the Board.

21.4 Section IV: Withdrawals 1. Parent Requested Withdrawal - A written notice to the Membership Chairperson two (2)

weeks prior to withdrawal is required.

2. Withdrawals at the request of the Executive Board - The Board shall only request that a

family withdraw after all avenues of professional assistance have been used. Grounds for

withdrawal include:

Non-payment of fees

Failure to comply with the rules and regulations of the organization.

Teacher recommendation of unsatisfactory child adjustment.

Repeated failure to attend General Membership Business meeting. Repeated absences from Working Parent days and failure to make adequate

substitutions.

Repeated tardiness on Working day

21.5 Section V: Parliamentary Authority The rules contained in Robert's Rules of Order shall govern this organization in all cases in which

they are applicable and in which they are not inconsistent with the rules regularly adopted by this

organization. All Board members must be given a copy of Parliamentary Procedure as outlined by

the Michigan Council of Cooperative Nursery.

21.6 Section VI: School Property Any item that is classified as "no longer necessary" by the current administration, or items that are

broken, shall be auctioned off at a General Membership meeting. If this occurs during the summer

months, property disposal will be determined by a majority vote of the Executive Board. Profits will

be used toward the purchase of new equipment for the classroom, or general operating expenses

when necessary.

21.7 Section VII Executive Board In all matters to be determined by the Executive Board, each member shall be entitled to one vote,

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A. The Executive Board shall have the power to terminate membership if the rules of the

organization are violated.

B. The Executive Board shall meet jointly with the newly elected officers for the April and may

Board meetings following elections. The newly elected Executive Board members shall

attend the last two meetings as observers and will assume office after the year-End Activity.

The Treasurer may not hand over the books until they have been audited.

C. The Majority of the Board may bring before the general membership meeting a

recommendation of removal of a Board member from office. It will require a 2/3 vote of the

members present to approve the recommendation. D. The outgoing and incoming Presidents shall secure proper housing for the nursery for the next

school year. The Executive Board shall negotiate a contract to be presented to the teacher by

May 1st '. This contract should be returned to the Executive Board by June I". E. The Executive Board shall be responsible for the Orientation of new members to the nursery

school procedures, with the help of the teacher.

F. Each Board member shall keep monthly records of their jobs and notes. G. The Board shall be bonded by insurance, the premium for which is paid for by the preschool.

21.8 Section VIII: Officers 1. Election of Officers

Each year at the General Membership meeting, nominations for the next years’ board will be

obtained. A. The President shall not be a voting member, but shall serve as an advisory.

B. The membership shall prepare a slate with at least one candidate per office. C. The election shall be by written ballot if more than one candidate and by a majority of the

votes cast. Additional nominees from the floor shall be accepted with the consent of the

nominees.

D. If there shall be but one candidate for any office, by motion of the floor, the election may

be by oral vote.

2. Duties of the Officers

A. The President shall

Prepare the agenda and preside at the Executive Board and General Membership

meetings.

1 Appoint all committee chairpersons with approval of the Board.

2 Vote only at an Executive Board and a General Membership meeting to break a tie.

3 Write information for the newsletter and keep a suggestion box.

4 Act as the teacher's liaison.

5 Open a joint account (checking) with the Treasurer.

6 Apply for the annual renewal of the license and post it in the Nursery.

7 Consult the County Health Department when necessary.

8 Arrange for a substitute teacher when one is necessary.

9 Have the power to close the school in an emergency after consulting with the teacher.

10 Notify Social Services of the new President of the Nursery School and send

information to: Department of Commerce - Day Care Licensing Division, 15850

Hall Road, Suite 302, Clinton Township, Michigan 48038-1036 Phone (810) 412-

6828.

11 Review Parliamentary procedure, goals of the Nursery, and Board Members'

positions at first Board meeting.

12 Complete IDENTIX criminal fingerprinting for herself and the teachers at the

expense of the Preschool.

13 Complete ICHAT on the teachers.

B. The Vice-President shall:

1. Work closely with the President and assume the duties when necessary due to illness

or resignation.

2. Keep an inventory of all Nursery school supplies.

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4. Purchase supplies, including Special Events and Party Supplies (Board approval

required for total purchases in excess of $100.00) 5. Plan Special Events including Holiday and End of Year Party

6. Inventory and put away ALL supplies brought in by the new members.

7. Be responsible for OSHA supplies.

8. Be responsible for the computer and the copier including the warranties and manuals.

9. Act as the Building Liaison.

C. The Secretary shall:

1. Take minutes from beginning to end of the Board and General Membership meetings.

2. Prepare minutes of all Board and General Membership meetings. Provide all Board

members copies of minutes. Post copies of minute on bulletin board and file one

copy the week after the meeting.

3. Be responsible for typing all school correspondence, to include: legal documents,

contracts, President's correspondence, etc.

4. Keep attendance at all Board meetings.

5. Open and distribute all school mail.

6. Be the GDCNC Representative.

D. The Treasurer shall:

1. Pay any and all bills authorized by the Board.

2. File all governmental reports and returns

3. Keep an itemized ledger of all receipts and disbursements and present a monthly

report to the Membership. 4. Prepare an operating report to the Membership. 5. Prepare an annual statement in May.

6. Do an audit of the books before turning them over to the new Treasurer.

7. Pay all State and Federal quarterly payroll taxes.

8. Do Nonprofit Tax Return 990 EZ before turning over to new Treasurer.

9. Prepare the Budget for the August Executive Board Meeting

E. The Assistant Treasurer shall

1. Collect and receive all monies.

2. Prepare the bank deposits, and provide a copy to the Treasurer.

3. Handle the collection of all money pertaining to fund raisers in cooperation with

Ways & Means

4. Keep attendance at all General Membership meetings.

5. Book orders - receive all payments, distribute books, and order books

F. The Membership Chairperson shall:

1. Organize the Orientation Tea.

2. Make changes (if necessary) and distribute one Member Handbook to each member

at Orientation Tea.

3. Handle all inquiries about application for membership.

4. Keep a waiting list, if necessary.

5. Notify Board members and Teacher of all roster changes.

6. Compile and distribute new membership materials.

7. Record and file all membership applications.

8. Schedule visits for prospective members in coordination with Teacher and Board

members.

9. Keep a current immunization record on file for each child for the Health Department.

10. Provide a current and complete membership list to all Nursery school members.

11. Keep a current Emergency Card on file for all members.

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1. Work on a schedule for all classes and arrange with the Teacher regarding special

days.

2. Post monthly schedules and menus on the bulletin board.

3. Provide each member with a monthly work schedule.

4. Make arrangements for all field trips and guest speakers in cooperation with the

Teacher.

5. Post a sign-out sheet to ensure Emergency Snack and Drink is available for each

class.

6. Prepare and keep a calendar of events, meetings, field trips, vacations, and other

activities. Coordinate with Teachers and other Board Members.

H. The Ways and Means Chairperson shall: 1. Plan and conduct all activities for the purpose of fund raising, upon approval of the

Board.

2. Be responsible for Lock Box key.

3. Prepare detailed monthly Kroger reports and fall and spring fundraiser reports as

needed for the treasurer.

I. The Publicity Chairperson shall:

1. Recruit membership throughout the year by distribution of posters and advertisement

in local papers.

2. Publicize all necessary fundraisers.

3. Send greeting cards throughout the year for such occasions as birthdays, illnesses,

hospitalizations, births or deaths in the immediate family.

4. Send -Thank-You and donation letters.

5. Be responsible for "The Cooperative Way" preparation and its distribution.

J. The Webmaster shall:

1. Maintain and support the ABCN website

2. Maintain all required services to keep website functional

3. Maintain the website the security by resetting the passwords annually

4. Upload and maintain all approved content 5. Add new pages as needed and approved by the board.

21.9 Section IX: Nursery Session

A. The Nursery shall be in session from September to May with any change to be made by the

Board. Parent/Tot classes are held Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:00 am. to 10:00 am.;

3yr classes are held Tuesdays and Thursdays either from 10:15 to 12:15 (am. class) or

from 12:45 to 2:45 (pm. class); 4 yr classes are held Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays

either from 9:15-11:45 (am. class) or from 12:15 to 2:45 (pm. class)

B. Holiday vacations will coincide with those of Anchor Bay School District.

C. Cancellations of school due to inclement weather shall be automatic when the Anchor Bay

School District public school is canceled. Radio stations WBRB, WJR, CKLW, WJBK,

and Comcast Cable Channel 6 announce all school cancellations. Sessions may be

canceled, in an emergency, by the President after consultation with the Teacher. D. The school will be closed on election day beginning in the 2017-2018 school year (the first

Tuesday in November). E. All new children attending the 3 year preschool class for the 2017-2018 school year will

need to be 3 years old by September 1st, 2017.

F. New children attending the 4 year preschool class for the 2017-2018 school year will need

to be 4 years old by September 1st, 2014.

G. The monthly fee schedule is as follows: Parent/Tot $25.00/1 day, $50.00/2 days; 3yr

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21.10 Section X: Duties Of The Teacher

A. The Teacher shall:

1. Prepare and direct the school program and plan field trips and special events with the

assistance of the Board.

2. Attend the Orientation Tea.

3. Attend the monthly General Membership meetings.

4. Prepare progress reports at individual parents’ request. 5. In the event that differences between the school and the Teacher, relative to the program

and the manner in which the program is being administered arise, and those differences

cannot be reconciled, then the matter upon which the Teacher and the Nursery school do

not agree shall be presented to the licensing agency, the Michigan Department of

Consumer & Industry Services, for consultation and recommendation.

6. Supervise daily activities and projects.

7. Work closely with the Board to enhance and ensure smooth organization and functioning

of the Nursery.

8. Report to the President any hazardous conditions or unsafe equipment which should be

repaired or removed. The Teacher has the right to refuse to use any equipment she/he

feels to be harmful.

9. Be responsible for the presentation of her/his basic philosophy to the General

Membership,

10. Excuse or exclude any child whom she/he feels, due to health reasons, should not be in

school, or any child who appears to be ill, contagious, or has a communicable disease.

11. Keep daily attendance.

12. Keep two emergency lesson plans for each class on file. The Teacher shall also keep a

copy of daily lesson plans on file.

13. Be free from concern of administration, but shall be available for counsel and

recommendation,

14. Be requested to attend the Year End Activity. Parents will organize the games, snacks,

etc. This is gratuitous on the Teacher's part.

15. OSHA Training completed yearly.

16. CPR Training completed every 3 years.

17. Complete Negative TB Screening in accordance with licensing requirements.

18. Complete teachers’ seminars in accordance with licensing requirements. 19. Complete IDENTIX criminal fingerprinting at the expense of the Preschool 20. Have ICHAT completed by the school at the expense of the Preschool

21. Complete a physical in accordance with licensing requirements.


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22 Attachment C: Insurance Liability Transfer Form

Working Parents:

Since our insurance liability and accident coverage only covers members (Parents and

participating children), we require this form from any member who has a substitute on

their Working Day other than the child's mother/father or legal guardian, or other Nursery

member.

Please make sure the substitute has this form before coming to school, otherwise, they

will be refused and you will be charged for not working on your scheduled day.

A new form is required each day a substitute is used

Inform the substitute that the rules of the Nursery require that he/she will: be at school 15

minutes early, assist the teacher in jobs assigned, help with all the children (not just the

one they brought to school), clean up after class and check with the teacher before

leaving for the day.

I, ____________________________________transfer my accident and liability

insurance coverage through the Anchor Bay Co-Op Nursery, Inc. to

___________________________ on (date) ______________________

Member's Signature ______________________________________________


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23 ATTACHMENT D: WITHDRAWL FORM

I, ____________________________request that my child, _________________ Parent/Guardian printed full name Child’s printed full name

be withdrawn from Anchor Bay Co-Op Nursery's _____________________ class Beginning _____________________for the following reasons:

________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________

I understand I have the following outstanding debts to the Co-Op:

________________________________________________________________________

Signature: _________________________ Date: ________________________________ Signature of Parent/Guardian

Request Received By: __________________________________ Date:_____________________ Signature of Board Member

Action Taken:

______________________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________

Authorized By: ______________________________ Date:______________________________ Signature of Board Member

Discussed and Authorized at the Board Meeting on. _______________________________

Date


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24 Attachment E: Parent Contract

I have received and read the 2019/2020 Handbook. I understand

that as a Co-Op Parent I have to fulfill certain obligations and if

they are not met, I will be subjected to a $25.00 fine per

occurrence.

Member's Name:

Member's Signature: Date:__________

Please return to the Membership Chairperson by September 30th.

Thank you!


Member Handbook

Revised 5/2019


25 ATTACHMENT F: WORKING PARENTS

DUTIES

WHEN YOU ARRIVE-WELCOME!

Arrive 5 minutes prior to start of class

Prepare learning centers at Teacher’s Direction

Prepare bleach water solution at beginning of each class

Label everything that each student completed during school-use symbols if

applicable

Put out stools and dispensers in bathrooms

HAVE FUN!

SNACK TIME!

Clean tables before snack as follows:

o Clean with soap/water solution

o Rinse with clear water

o Clean with bleach water solution

o Repeat after snack

Prepare Snack/Drink when children go to restroom

Wash drink container with soap and let it air dry (if applicable)

AT END OF CLASS

Place all art projects in student’s cubists before end of class or to lobby if too

large for cubes

Vacuum entire classroom after class (teachers area and lobby as needed)

Straighten house, science and block areas

Wipe bathroom sinks and toilets with bleach solution after class

Empty trash in bathrooms

Wash paint brushes and containers (as needed) and cover at end of the day

Straighten the art, writing, and manipulative areas

Straighten up the classroom and clean off tables when necessary before leaving

the class for the day.

Clean glass on lobby doors (as needed)

PM classes only

Empty trash cans in classroom and place trash dumpster in parking lot

Move mailboxes and other school related items inside classroom entrance

Place bathroom step stools and soap dispensers under bathroom sinks

Parent/Tot duties

Prepare bleach water solution

Put out stools and soap dispensers in bathrooms

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