Kiddie Kollege Family Handbook

Our educational approach supports compassion, listening, respect, leadership and above all, a passion for learning.

Table of ContentsWelcome to Kiddie KollegeSchool Locations and Hours…………..1

General Information……………………..2

Educational ProgramsInfants………………………………………….3

Toddlers……………………………………….3

Preschool………………………………….….4

School-Age……………………………….…..4

Summer Camp………………………........4

Assessments…………………………..…....5

Our Teachers…………………………….…5

Center PoliciesArrival and Departure……………........5

Enrollment…………………………….........5

Medical Records…………………….........5

Release of Children………………………..6

Staff/Child Ratios………………………….6

Transitioning………………………...........7

Child Care and HealthHealth Management…………………….…8

Illness Table……………………………........8

Medications……………………………........9

Food and Nutrition…………………………9

Breastfeeding…………………...............10

Rest Time……………………………………..10

Positive Guidance…………………………10

Anti-Bullying…………………................11

Biting………………………......................11

Outdoor Play………………………………..11

Clothing……………………………………….11

Personal Belongings……………………..11

Diaper and Toilet Training…………….11

Safety and SecuritySecurity……………………………………………………………..12

Emergency Preparedness/Evacuation Plans…………12

Incident/Injury………………………………………………….12

Transportation…………………………………………………..13

Field Trips………………………………………………………….13

Routine Trips……………………………………………………..13

Swimming/Water Play……………………………………….13

Drug Free Environment……………………………………..13

Weapons and Violence……………………………………….13

Operational ProceduresTuition………………………………………………………………14

Attendance……………………………………………………......14

Holiday and Center Closures………………………….......14

Termination of Services………………………………………15

Tax ID Number……………………………………………………15

Independent Childcare………………………………………..15

Family Communication Participation Family Communication and Participation…………….15

Parent Resources………………………………………………..15

CACFP Nondiscrimination Statement…………………..16

Sample Schedules……………………………………………17,18

Acknowledgement of

SCHOOL LOCATIONS AND HOURS

Amherst/Lorain Kiddie Kollege7684 Leavitt Road

Amherst, Ohio 44001(440) 984-4499

Hours: 6:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.

Avon/Avon Lake Kiddie Kollege 941 Center Road

Avon, Ohio 44011(440) 937-5346

Hours: 6:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.

Bay Village Kiddie Kollege662 Dover Center RoadBay Village, Ohio 44140

(440) 871-5054Hours: 6:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.

North Ridgeville Kiddie Kollege33169 Center Ridge Road

North Ridgeville, Ohio 44039 (440) 327-5435

Hours: 6:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.

Corporate Office 440.871.0877

questions@kiddiekollegeohio.com

www.kiddiekollegeohio.com

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WELCOME TO KIDDIE KOLLEGEAt the core of Kiddie Kollege is an educational approach which supports children in practicing compassion, listening, respect, leadership and above all, a passion for learning.

We create an environment which helps foster the social skills children require to thrive in relationships they form throughout their lives.

We provide daily opportunities for each child to be with other children in a setting conducive to the development of wholesome social relationships. We provide appropriate play experiences that contribute to the developmental needs of each child.

Welcome to Kiddie Kollege! Please take the time to become familiar with this handbook, along with the Enrollment Agreement and return to your Administrator before your child’s first day. As we begin this partnership, we will do our best to provide you and your child with the highest quality care. Please let us know if you have any questions or concerns and thank you for sharing your child with us!

General Information

Kiddie Kollege is licensed to operate legally by the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS). This license is posted in a noticeable place for review.

A toll-free telephone number is listed on the center’s license and may be used to report a suspected violation of the licensing law or administrative rules. The licensing rules governing child care are available for review at the center.

The administrator and each employee of the center are required, under Section 2151.421 of the Ohio Revised Code, to report their suspicions of child abuse or child neglect to the local public children's services agency.

Any parent of a child enrolled in the center shall be permitted unlimited access to the center during all hours of operation for the purpose of contacting their children, evaluating the care provided by the center or evaluating the premises. Upon entering the premises, the parent or guardian shall notify the Administrator of his/her presence.

The administrator's/designee’s hours of availability to meet with parents and child/staff ratios are posted in a noticeable place in the center for review.

The licensing record, including licensing inspection reports, complaint investigation reports, and evaluation forms form the building and fire departments, is available for review upon written request for the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services.

It is unlawful for the center to discriminate in the enrollment of children upon the basis of race, color, religion, sex, disability or national origin in violation of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, 104 Stat. 32, 42 U.S.C. 12101 et seq.

For more information about child care licensing requirements as well as how to apply for child care assistance, Medicaid health screenings and early intervention services for your child, please visit http://jfs.ohio.gov/cdc/families.stm

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Note: Throughout the handbook, all references to parent(s) should be understood to include a parent, legal guardian, sponsor or anyone else who provides for the well-being, best interest and responsibility of the child in our care. Kiddie Kollege reserves the right to change existing policies and procedures or introduce new policies or procedures at any time.

Owned and Operated by Westlake Day School, Inc.5/2020

EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS

Infants: 6 weeks-17 months

We’ve established a learning environment for infants that focuses on routines and experiences. We support learning from the time we say goodbye to our families in the morning to the time we say hello in the evening by keeping children safe and happy, responding to your child’s needs and working in partnership with the families. Your infants will imitate and pretend during play activities. They will enjoy stories and songs connecting with music and movement. We will create with art, explore sand and water and enjoy the outdoors. Our curriculum is designed to implement 5 key areas of development and learning:

● Social Emotional - how they understand their own and other’s feelings, regulate and express their emotions appropriately, build relationships with others, and interact in a group.

● Physical - includes children’s gross motor and fine motor skills such as; balance and traveling skills.

● Language -listens to increasingly complex language, uses language to express thoughts and needs, uses appropriate communication skills.

● Cognitive- intellectual development - demonstrates positive approaches towards learning and remembers and connects experiences.

● Literacy- Demonstrates knowledge of print and its uses.

Toddlers: 18 months-35 months

We’ve established a learning environment for toddlers that focuses on routines and experiences. We support learning from the time we say goodbye to our families in the morning to the time we say hello in the evening by keeping children safe and happy, responding to your child’s needs and working in partnership with the families. Your toddlers will imitate and pretend during play activities. They will enjoy stories and songs connecting with music and movement. We will create with art, explore sand and water and enjoy the outdoors. Our curriculum is designed to implement 9 key areas of development and learning:

● Social Emotional - how they understand their own and other’s feelings, regulate and express their emotions appropriately, build relationships with others, and interact in a group.

● Physical - includes children’s gross motor and fine motor skills such as; balance, traveling skills and coordination.

● Language -listens to increasingly complex language, uses language to express thoughts and needs, uses appropriate communication skills.

● Cognitive- intellectual development - demonstrates positive approaches towards learning, remembers and connects experiences, uses classification skills and uses symbols and images to represent something not there.

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● Literacy- Demonstrates phonological awareness, phonic skills and word recognition, demonstrates knowledge of the alphabet, demonstrates knowledge of print and its uses, comprehends and responds to books and other texts, demonstrates writing skills.

● Mathematics - Uses number concepts and operations, explores and describes spatial relationships and shapes, compares and measures and demonstrates knowledge of patterns.

● Science and Technology - demonstrates knowledge of living things and their characteristics and demonstrates knowledge of the physical properties of objects.

● Social Studies - Demonstrates knowledge about self and explores changes related to familiar people or places.

● The Arts - explores the visual arts, music concepts, dance and movement and drama through actions.

Preschool: 3 years-5 years

Each day preschoolers explore science and math in our STEAM room, create art, engage in dance and music, listen to and interact during story time, work on their fine and gross motor skills, and most of all learn through play and interaction with teachers and peers.

Our curriculum is designed to implement 9 key areas of development and learning:● Social Emotional - how they understand their own and other’s feelings, regulate and

express their emotions appropriately, build relationships with others, and interact in a group.

● Physical - includes children’s gross motor and fine motor skills such as; balance, traveling skills and coordination.

● Language -listens to increasingly complex language, uses language to express thoughts and needs, uses appropriate communication skills.

● Cognitive- intellectual development - demonstrates positive approaches towards learning, remembers and connects experiences, uses classification skills and uses symbols and images to represent something not there.

● Literacy- Demonstrates phonological awareness, phonic skills and word recognition, demonstrates knowledge of the alphabet, demonstrates knowledge of print and its uses, comprehends and responds to books and other texts, demonstrates writing skills.

● Mathematics - Uses number concepts and operations, explores and describes spatial relationships and shapes, compares and measures and demonstrates knowledge of patterns.

● Science and Technology -Uses scientific inquiry skills, demonstrates knowledge of living things and their characteristics, demonstrates knowledge of the physical properties of objects, demonstrates knowledge of Earth’s environment and uses tools and technology to perform tasks.

● Social Studies - Demonstrates knowledge about self, shows basic understanding of people and how they live, demonstrates simple geographic knowledge, and explores changes related to familiar people or places.

● The Arts - Explores the visual arts, music concepts, dance and movement and drama through actions.

Kindergarten/School age: 5 years-12 years

Our before- and after-care programs go well beyond homework help. We also work on each child as a whole focusing on emotions and behaviors, sustaining positive relationships, and participating

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cooperatively and constructively in group situations. By focusing on your child as a whole we are able to help educate your child on the importance of being kind and helping others. We also help children to recognize their strengths, set and achieve personal goals, form and sustain friendships, and learn to work individually and as a group. During your child's time at Kiddie Kollege we provide breakfast and snacks.

Non-school days:Our full day school age program offers all the above plus it includes lunch.

Summer Camp: Our Summer camp program is filled with all of the above and so much more! We offer weekly field trips, visitors, and exciting activities. Our summer is carefully planned based on the interest of the children.

Assessments

A written assessment(infant-prek) will be issued in the Fall (November), Winter (February) Spring (May) and Summer (September).

For your child’s formal assessment (if applicable at your center), Kiddie Kollege utilizes Teaching Strategies Gold, which is an on line, ongoing observation-based assessment system.  The assessment process is a continuous cycle of observing, collecting facts, analyzing and responding, evaluating, summarizing, planning and communicating to others. Throughout your child’s school year all the information and documentation gathered from the assessments are saved and entered into your child’s assessment profile. Kiddie Kollege does not report child level data to ODJFS pursuant to 5101:2-17-02 of the Administrative Code.

Staff Qualifications

Each staff member completes a full orientation and ongoing training in the areas of child growth and development, health and safety, developmentally appropriate practices, guidance, family relationships, cultural and individual diversity, and professionalism. All staff meet or exceed the qualification requirements set by our state licensing and SUTQ programs. Our commitment to staff education and professional development training allows us to provide outstanding quality care.

CENTER POLICIESArrival/Departure

All children must be clocked in/out daily in our Procare system. Parents must drop off/pick up their child in the child’s scheduled classroom; until then parents are responsible for their child. At no time shall a child enter or leave the building alone, be left unattended or be in the hallway unaccompanied by an adult.

Children must be transported in an appropriate safety device when coming to and departing the

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center. Parents are responsible for removing their infant from their infant carrier. We ask that you assist your child with the removal of coats, hats, scarves and boots.

If your child is scheduled to arrive at our center from another program/school and does not arrive, we will first contact the parent to confirm that the child is scheduled to be at our center that day, and then contact the program/school. It is very important that parents contact the center when their child is not going to be attending Kiddie Kollege.

Any special messages, medications, special pick-up notes, etc. are to be given to the Administrator/Designee.

Children’s Enrollment and Medical Records

Children’s enrollment records will be on file by the first day of attendance. Medical examinations and immunization records must be provided within 30 days of enrollment and kept current. Once the child enters elementary school medicals are not required. If you wish to request an exemption to the recommended medical immunization records please see your Administrator.

The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has released recommended guidelines for vaccinating young children. Kiddie Kollege and the American Academy of Pediatrics strongly support the program and urge you to follow its guidelines. We follow individual state child care licensing regulations regarding medical examinations and immunization records for your child. For detailed information regarding immunization regulations and recommendations, please visit the Centers for Disease Control website: www.cdc.gov.

Note: If a parent refuses to sign the Emergency Transportation Form, Kiddie Kollege will deny enrollment of a child (refer to page 3 of enrollment form)

Release of Children

At the time of enrollment every parent will be required to complete our Kiddie Kollege Release Form providing the names of authorized adults (must be 18 years of age or older) who have your permission to pick up your child. Children will be released only to those adults whose names are on the release form unless the Administrator is notified in writing (email, text or hand written note). A picture identification will be required of persons picking up the child. Please remember to update this form as needed.

Without a court document, both parents have equal rights to custody. We are legally bound to respect the wishes of the parent with legal custody based on a certified copy of the most recent court order, active restraining order, or court-ordered visitation schedule. We will not accept the responsibility of deciding which parent has legal custody where there is no court documentation.

We may refuse to release children if we have reasonable cause to suspect that any person picking up a child is under the influence of drugs or alcohol, or is physically or emotionally impaired in any way that may endanger the child. To protect your child, we may request that another adult listed as an emergency contact pick up the child or we may call the police to prevent potential harm to your child. Repeated situations may result in the release of your child from Kiddie Kollege.

Staff/Child Ratios and Maximum Group Size

Kiddie Kollege classrooms will not exceed the following state required ratios:

1:5 or 2:12 Young Infants 6 weeks to less than 12 months

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1:6 or 2:12 Older Infants at least 12 months and less than 18 months 1:7 or 2:14 Young Toddlers at least 18 months and less than 2 ½ years 1:8 or 2:16 Older Toddlers at least 2 ½ years and less than 3 years 1:12 or 2:24 Young Preschoolers at least 3 years and less than 4 years 1:14 or 2:28 Older Preschooler at least 4 years and not enrolled in/eligible for kind. 1:18 or 2:36 School Agers enrolled in/eligible for kindergarten and less than 13 years

Ratios for toddlers and preschoolers may be doubled for 2 hours at naptime as long as all children are resting quietly on their cots and adequate staff are in the building to meet the state required ratios in case of an emergency.

At no time, will a child be left unattended. Staff will supervise children at all times, including naptime.

With the exception of School Age children; they may run errands (not to exceed 6 children at any given time) inside the building or use the restroom alone without adult supervision as long as the following conditions are met:

● child is within hearing distance of teacher● teacher will check on child every 5 minutes until child returns to classroom

Transitions

Transitioning into Kiddie Kollege ● All new families receive a tour of the entire facility.

● New families receive an enrollment folder containing an enrollment packet, access to an online parent handbook, CACFP packet and other necessary forms for their child.

● Staff will be notified when a new child enrolls in their classroom.● Staff will be given the child's enrollment information containing the child's name,

birthdate, schedule, emergency contacts and allergies or health concerns.● Staff will prepare items for the new child such as cubby tags, attendance information,

cot/crib, etc.● It is recommended that a parent attends the first day with their child for an hour or more

depending on the child.● A staff member will be available to assist the new family on the first day.

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● New parents/guardians will be fingerprinted in the Kiddie Kollege ProCare system on the first day of attendance.  This is used as entry to the building and checking their child in/out.

Transitioning from classroom to classroom within Kiddie Kollege:● A transition letter will be completed and verbally discussed with the family in a family

meeting. ● Based on family input we will formulate a transition schedule that meets the needs of the

child.● The family will be introduced to the new classroom teacher and children.

● Staff will prepare items for the new transitioning child as they would for a newly enrolled child.

● The child will gradually visit the new classroom by visiting a few hours a day for a 2-week period.

Transitioning from Kiddie Kollege to Kindergarten:● Parents are provided information on all local schools regarding parent night and

registration information.● Parents are provided Safety Town information (if applicable).

● Parents are provided with transportation information.

● Children will graduate from their Pre-K classroom.

● Children will transition into our summer camp on the first day of camp.

Transitioning out of Kiddie Kollege● Parents will provide a 14-day notice in writing.

● The teacher and children in the classroom will be made aware of the child's last day.

● Parents/Teachers may choose to have a farewell party.

Transfer of Records

● The child’s records will be transferred to their new school or program in accordance with the parents’ or legal guardians’ written request.

● Upon receipt of the Kiddie Kollege Records Transfer form, records will be transferred to the child's new school or program within 3-5 business days.

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onto a new adventure...CHILD CARE AND HEALTHHealth Management

Kiddie Kollege provides children with a clean and healthy environment. We teach children the importance of handwashing at an early age. Your child will be asked to wash their hands before eating, after bathroom visits, when returning from outside and at any other appropriate times.

We ask that if your child is sick or showing signs of illness they are kept home. If your child becomes ill during the day your child will be isolated (in sight and hearing of a staff member), and a parent will be required to pick up their child within one hour. Decisions regarding discharging a child will be at the discretion of the administrator.

Illness Criteria for return to center

Head lice/nits When all signs of lice/nits or other infestations are absent for a period of 24 hours

Temperature of 101* Fahrenheit or higher 24 hours fever free without the use of fever reducing medications

Diarrhea - 3 or more When symptoms are no longer present

Coughing(severe)/whooping sound When symptoms are no longer present

Difficult or rapid breathing When symptoms are no longer present

Conjunctivitis/Pink Eye Symptoms of red, watery eyes are resolved, until onantibiotics for 24 hours

Fifth Disease When symptoms are no longer present

Hand-Foot-Mouth Disease When the child is no longer drooling and has no exposed open sores

Chicken Pox When all sores have dried and and crusted

Untreated infected skin patches, unusual spots or rash

When symptoms are no longer present or health care provider gave clearance to return

Scabies After treatment has been completed

Sore throat/Strep 24 hours after initial antibiotic and fever is no longer present

Vomiting- more than 2 times in a 24 hours period or accompanied with another symptom

When symptoms are no longer present

Influenza/Flu Child’s fever and signs of fever must be resolved for 24 hours without the use of fever reducing medications

Roseola When fever is no longer present

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Pneumonia When symptoms are no longer present

Impetigo When 24 hours have passed since topical, oral, or other systemic antibiotics were started, if the sores can be kept clean and dry and completely covered

We follow CDC guidelines for all illnesses. Please see the Communicable Disease Chart posted in the center.A sign on the classroom door will notify parents if children have been exposed to a communicable illness. For their protection, children who have not been immunized against certain childhood illnesses may be subject to temporary exclusion from our center.

In addition to the illness referenced in the table above, we may require health care provider clearance.

MEDICATIONS

A Request for Administration of Medication Form must be completed as required by state licensing regulations for all items below. All medications/topical products must be labeled with child’s first and last name. Children with a chronic condition such as severe allergies or asthma, or other special circumstances, must have a Medical/Physical Care Plan on file for medications needed due to a chronic condition. Professional training for staff for caring for the child will be the responsibility of the parent. Information must be updated annually.

Prescription MedicationsMedication must include a prescription label with specific dispensing instructions, child’s name, a current date, and the route of administration.We must receive written instructions from a licensed physician for the administration of medications or we must secure an original medication container with original prescription label which must specify the child's name, a current date, exact dosage to be given, specific number of doses per day and the route of administration.

Nonprescription Medications Non-prescription medications will only be administered for teething infants and must include written physician authorization.

Topical Productssunscreen (required to participate in outdoor activities (6/1-9/1), diaper cream, lotion, chapstick, etc.

School Age children may not carry or administer any medication to themselves.

Kiddie Kollege cannot administer any medication or topical product until after the child has received the first dose (prior to the center administering or applying the product) to avoid unexpected reactions. Food and Nutrition

At Kiddie Kollege we value the importance of children being served nutritious meals. We provide each child with breakfast, lunch and an afternoon snack. Our menus meet the required servings for each age group and are guided by the USDA, CACFP meal patterns and state licensing. Each meal has been carefully designed to include a variety of textures and colors. They provide a variety of fresh vegetables and fruits, as well as at least one whole grain per day and include minimal sugar.

We will provide supplemental foods for each food group due to allergies or cultural/religious

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beliefs. Please ensure this is communicated in writing on your child’s enrollment form and with the center administrator.

We understand at times a child’s diet may not permit them to have all required items on our menus. If your child requires a modified diet, needs food supplements or has other dietary restrictions please see your center administrator. We will provide a special diet sheet that will need to be completed by your child’s physician.

We ask that parents do not bring food from home for their child unless they have a special diet sheet on file. On occasion we will have celebrations at which time your child may bring food to share with their class. We ask that these items be commercially packaged with ingredient labels. We strive to be a peanut free center due to allergies. We also ask that no peanut or peanut butter products be brought into our centers.

Breastfeeding

Our team is here to provide loving and nurturing care for your infant. We ask that you communicate often about their needs and what they are developmentally ready to be fed. Our infant menu meets the required servings guided by the USDA, CACFP meal pattern and state licensing. We offer to provide infant formula as well as single stage jar foods and cereal.

We encourage and support breastfeeding. The center provides a comfortable area for you to breastfeed your infant or pump if you choose to.

Diaper and Toilet Training

All diapered children will be changed every two (2) hours unless diaper is soiled before the two (2) hour schedule. The two (2) hour policy will be followed unless the parent specifies, in writing, a preferred diapering schedule.

Every child begins toilet training at a different pace and we will follow your child’s lead. We will work together with you & your child to encourage reaching this new milestone.

Rest Time

Infants sleep according to their schedule and will be put to sleep on their back.Nap and rest time will be in accordance with your child's developmental needs. Children who do not sleep will be provided quiet activities to do (on their cot) while the sleeping children finish their rest.

Individual parent/teacher conferences may be scheduled if either party deems it necessary. Please see your Administrator to schedule.

Positive Guidance The center’s philosophy on discipline is that we believe that children can learn through positive reinforcement and redirection. We emphasize appropriate behaviors rather than focusing on inappropriate behaviors. It is our hope that each child will learn self- discipline through positive guidance. Our expectations will be kept within the child’s capabilities and the child will be made aware of these expectations.

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Our specific methods of guidance are:● Setting clear limits

● Redirecting the child to an appropriate activity

● Showing children positive alternatives

● Modeling the desired behavior

● Reinforcing appropriate behavior

● Encouraging children to control their own behavior, cooperating with others and solving problems by talking things out

● Separation from the situation, if needed, shall last no more than one minute per each year of the child's age and shall not be used with infants. Upon the child’s return to the activity, the provider shall review the reason for the separation and discuss the expected behavior with the child

● Holding a child for a short period of time, such as in a protective hug

If attempts to correct behavior between parents/center should fail, Kiddie Kollege reserves the right to dismiss the child until such behaviors cease.

We also ask that while on our property you refrain using any form of guidance that is not consistent with our positive guidance policy.

In accordance with state childcare licensing regulations (5101:2-12-19) our staff never uses corporalpunishment or prohibited discipline techniques.Anti-Bullying

We promote and support a center that is physically and emotionally safe and secure for all children. To protect the rights of all children enrolled for a safe and secure learning environment, Kiddie Kollege prohibits acts of bullying, harassment and other forms of aggression and violence. Bullying/harassment will not be tolerated by any staff, students or parents. See termination of services.

Biting

Biting is a normal stage of development that is common among infants and toddlers. Impulse control can lead children to bite as a way of communicating their needs. When biting does occur, our response will be to care for and help the child who was bitten and to help the biter learn a more appropriate behavior. Our focus will not be on punishment for biting, but on effective behaviors that address the specific reason for biting.

It is the policy of Kiddie Kollege that the welfare and safety of every child be a first priority. The Administrator has the right to determine if the biter is endangering the safety of other children within the classroom. If after working with the biting child and continual biting by the same child continues, dismissal from the center may be warranted.

Outdoor Play

Outdoor play occurs daily, weather permitting. In the event weather conditions prevent outdoor

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play the action room will be utilized or an alternate gross motor activity will be substituted. Children will not be taken outside when the temperature (wind chill and heat index factored in) drops below 32 degrees or rises above 90 degrees.

Clothing

Children attending day care should dress for PLAY. Please send your children with the proper clothing so they may be comfortable and safe whenever we are outside. Shoes must have a closed heel or heel strap-we recommend tennis shoes.

Please provide two complete sets of extra clothing, including socks. We request an extra pair of shoes and a sweatshirt be kept in the center for your child at all times.

We cannot assume responsibility for lost, stained, soiled or torn clothing.

Personal Belongings

Please label all items brought from home with your child’s name (i.e., clothes, bottles, diapers, pacifiers, sheets, blankets, etc.). Sheets and soiled clothing will be sent home as-needed for laundering and return to the center.

We request that you do not allow your child to bring toys from home into the center unless they are part of a show-and-tell activity.

Cell phones and other electronic devices (ipods, ipads, etc.) should be left at home whenever possible. Any brought to the center must be stored in the off position in child’s cubby or personal backpack. Special electronic device days may be planned by your Administrator throughout the school year. We cannot assume responsibility for loss of, or damage to, personal belongings.

SAFETY AND SECURITY

Security There is a security entry system located at the front of all centers for your child’s protection. When entering the building please close the door behind you. Please do not hold the door open for anyone. Any visitor should use the phone in the lobby to contact the Administrator for assistance.

Certain areas of all centers are subject to video surveillance.  Placement of cameras may vary by location and, unless otherwise advised, cameras may record at all times.  Certain footage may be retained at the discretion of management for internal use and review.  For privacy reasons, it is our policy that footage cannot be made available for outside review. 

Emergency Preparedness/Evacuation Plans

The center conducts quarterly lock down drills, monthly fire drills and seasonal tornado drills in order to be prepared for any of these events. A record of above completed drills are posted in the center. In addition, an emergency plan and list of procedures are available in each classroom.

In the event of a general emergency (such as loss of power, heat, water) we will notify parents if

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we are unable to meet the needs of the children. The center will follow state procedures in the event that an emergency would occur during center hours.

Should we need to evacuate due to immediate area threat (fire, flood, weather or any unforeseeable event that may place the children and employees at risk) transportation and safe places will be determined by the local fire and/or police department.

Parents will be contacted as soon as possible to be reunited with their child. If a parent cannot be reached, we will contact the emergency contacts as listed on your child’s enrollment information.

Incident/Injury

We take every precaution to make sure your child is safe and that you receive communication regarding incidents or injuries. There is always a staff member present that is trained in First Aid, Communicable Disease, Child Abuse and CPR.

First aid will be administered by a trained caregiver in the event that your child sustains a minor injury (e.g., scraped knee). If the injury produces any type of swelling or needs medical attention, you will be contacted immediately. Each center is equipped with first aid kits meeting the state requirements.

In the event of a serious medical emergency, the child will be transported to the hospital immediately by ambulance, while we try to contact you or an emergency contact. A staff member will accompany your child. In the case of an incident/injury you will receive an incident report at pickup.

Note: If a parent refuses to sign the Emergency Transportation Form, Kiddie Kollege will deny enrollment of a child (refer to page 3 of enrollment form).

TRANSPORTATION

Kiddie Kollege buses are licensed and insured for transporting children to and from school and on field trips. All drivers undergo an initial driver training which is updated annually. A staff member trained in

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First Aid, Communicable Disease, Child Abuse and CPR is on the bus during transport.

Field Trip● Families are notified in advance of each field trip with the time, schedule and location.● Permission slips are required for all field trips. We must have your written permission on

required form for your child to participate.● Each child on the field trip or special outing shall have identification with the center’s

name, address and a telephone number.● Children who are at least 4 years of age or older are able to participate in field trips that

involve transportation. If a child is under 40 pounds, the parent must provide a booster seat.

Routine Trip● Routine trip permission slips are required and will be completed at the beginning of each

school year stating the school your child attends and the dates school is in session.

Swimming and Water Play

Swimming activities will be available through Community Pools or splash pads for school age children only. Kiddie Kollege staff will accompany the children to the pool, and remain through the activities to supervise the children. Our center requires the Swimming Form to be completed by a parent before the child can be permitted to swim or participate in water play activities in bodies of water two or more feet in depth.

Younger children will be provided with water play opportunities at the center if feasible. These would include sprinklers and small wading pools. Parents will be asked to sign written permission slips prior to children engaging in this type of water play. Please remember to send bathing suits, water shoes and a towel for your child. If your child burns easily, please include a lightweight T-shirt that they may wear over their swimsuit.

Drug Free Environment

We are committed to providing a healthy and safe environment. The use of tobacco, alcohol or illegal drugs is prohibited on center property.

Weapons and Violence

Kiddie Kollege prohibits all weapons on its premises at all times. An exception may be made for law enforcement officers. If children are found to be in possession of a weapon, we will confiscate the weapon and notify proper authorities.

OPERATIONAL PROCEDURESTuition

Kiddie Kollege tuition is based on enrollment not attendance.  This is a contracted rate regardless of holiday closings, inclement weather, general emergencies, area threat or national crisis, payment is required.Please see the Tuition Agreement contained in the enrollment packet which will require your signature.

In accordance with the tuition agreement/procedures provided at time of enrollment all fees must be paid and kept current. Please retain the agreement/procedure information for future

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reference. If an account becomes overdue, Kiddie Kollege will seek collection of the overdue tuition, late fees and any additional collection costs including attorney fees incurred by Kiddie Kollege.

Full tuition is due for any periods including holidays. If a holiday falls on a Monday that tuition is due, tuition will be due on the Friday prior to the holiday.

Financial and/or tuition payment issues should be discussed with the Administrator only. Our teaching staff do not address financial concerns.

Attendance

Scheduled days of attendance are confirmed upon registration. Any change in schedule requires a written notice and will be based on availability. Administrator approval required.

If your child will be absent on a particular day, please notify the Administrator by 9am.

Administrator should be notified if your child will be out due to illness, vacation, etc.

Holiday and Center Closure

All Kiddie Kollege locations will be closed on the following holidays:

● New Year – 2 Days to be Determined● Good Friday● Memorial Day● Independence Day-1 Day to be Determined● Labor Day● Thanksgiving Day● Day After Thanksgiving● Christmas Day – 2 Days to be Determined

The center will remain open barring extreme weather conditions or other unforeseen circumstances. Closures due to severe weather or other conditions that prevent the center from opening on time or at all will be shared through:

● REMIND is a messaging tool. We encourage all of our families to join REMIND as this will become our main source of communicating important school information.

● FACEBOOK – Kiddie Kollege, Inc.

● T.V. – FOX 8 ONLY

Parents of school age children must call ahead if they will need care when schools are closed due to weather to ensure space availability.

Termination of Services

Kiddie Kollege takes the safety of our staff and children very seriously. If a child or parent's behavior becomes unsafe or threatening, we reserve the right to disenroll a child or terminate services at our discretion, with or without notice.

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Tax I.D. Number

Kiddie Kollege Day Care is owned and operated by Westlake Day School, Inc. All payments are made to Westlake Day School Inc. Our Tax I.D. number is available upon request

Independent Child Care Agreement

All Kiddie Kollege employees are subject to employment agreements that restrict their ability to work directly for Kiddie Kollege families. Your receipt of this handbook is your acknowledgement and agreement that Kiddie Kollege (including its owners, officers, employees, insurers, and affiliates) is not responsible or liable to you in any way for the actions of any current or former Kiddie Kollege employee that performs services for you outside of a Kiddie Kollege facility or outside the scope of their employment with Kiddie Kollege.

FAMILY COMMUNICATION AND PARTICIPATION

Family Communication/Participation

We encourage and welcome parent participation. Parents are welcome to visit and join in our activities. We do, however, reserve the right to limit the time periods of visits should it be disruptive to the classroom or distracting to the children. We do request that all visitors immediately announce their presence to the Administrator.

Open and frequent communication between you, your child's teacher, and your Administrator is highly encouraged. Since staff days are devoted to caring for children, it is usually not feasible to have a long discussion in the classroom. You may request to meet with your child’s teacher at any time during scheduled hours upon availability. Please contact your Administrator to schedule.

Any concerns you may have can be addressed as follows: teaching staff, Administrator, Corporate Administrator.

All children and families will be treated with kindness and respect. In return, we expect the same from all of our families. We will not tolerate unkind and disrespectful behavior. If this occurs, we reserve the right to ask you to control your behavior and/or remove your child from our care.

For any information and education on above topics please see our parent resource area or center Administrator.

USDA Nondiscrimination StatementIn accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on

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race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA.

Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g. Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.), should contact the Agency (State or local) where they applied for benefits. Individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing or have speech disabilities may contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339. Additionally, program information may be made available in languages other than English.

To file a program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, (AD-3027) found online at: How to File a Complaint, and at any USDA office, or write a letter addressed to USDA and provide in the letter all of the information requested in the form. To request a copy of the complaint form, call (866) 632-9992. Submit your completed form or letter to USDA by:

1. mail: U.S. Department of AgricultureOffice of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights1400 Independence Avenue, SWWashington, D.C. 20250-9410;

2. fax: (202) 690-7422; or 3. email: program.intake@usda.gov.

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

SAMPLE SCHEDULESInfant Schedule

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6:00 - 8:15am Arrival/ Breakfast/ Table Toys8:15 - 8:30am Diaper Check8:30 - 9:00am Free Play/Exploring Materials9:15 - 9:30am Sensory time9:30 - 10:15am Small Group Learning Time/Art10:15 - 10:30am Diaper Check10:30 - 11:00am Outdoor/ Indoor Gross Motor11:00 - 11:15am Clean Up/Prep for Lunch11:15 - 11:45am Lunch11:45 - 12:15pm Clean up/ Story12:15 - 12:30pm Diaper Check12:30 - 2:30pm Rest Time (Older Infants)2:30 - 3:00pm Snack/Diaper Check3:00 - 3:30pm Story/Songs/Fingerplays3:30 - 4:00pm Outdoor/Indoor Gross Motor4:00 - 4:30pm Small Group Learning Time4:30 - 4:45pm Diaper Check4:45 - 5:15pm Free Play/Exploring Materials5:15 - 6:30pm Sensory time/Departure*Diaper changes occur every two hours. *Feeding & Rest Times occur per individual need with young infants.

Toddler Schedule

6:00 - 8:00am Breakfast/Free Play8:00 - 8:30am Diaper Check/Potty/ Clean Up8:30 - 9:00am Table Toys/Sandbox/Sensory box9:00 - 9:15am Potty/Mighty Minutes9:15 - 9:45am Indoor/Outdoor Gross Motor9:45 - 10:15am Potty/Diaper Check10:15 - 10:30am Morning Meeting10:30 - 11:00am Art11:00 - 11:15am Potty/Mighty Minutes11:15 - 11:45am Lunch11:45 - 12:15pm Potty/Diaper Check12:15 - 12:30pm Story/Song/Fingerplay12:30 - 2:30pm Rest time2:30 - 3:00pm Potty/Diaper Check3:00 - 3:15pm Snack3:15 - 3:30pm Table toys/Sandbox/Sensory box3:30 - 3:45pm Potty/Mighty Minutes3:45 - 4:15pm Music/Dance4:15 - 4:45pm Indoor/Outdoor Gross Motor4:45 - 5:15pm Potty/Diaper Check5:15 - 6:30pm Table Toys/Sensory box/DeparturePreschool Schedule

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6:00 - 8:00am Breakfast/Free Play8:00 - 8:15am Restroom/Dance/Music8:15 - 8:45am Class Meeting/Read Aloud8:45 - 9:15am Mighty Minutes9:15 - 9:30am Restroom9:15 - 9:30am Science9:30 - 9:45am Art9:45 - 10:15am Indoor/Outdoor Gross Motor10:15 - 10:30am Restroom10:30 - 10:45am Sensory Bins/Sensory Table/Table Toys10:45 - 11:00am Fingerplays/Songs11:00 - 11:30am Large Group Activity11:30 - 11:45am Restroom11:45 - 12:15pm Lunch12:15 - 12:30pm Restroom/Mighty Minutes12:30 - 2:30pm Rest Time2:30 - 2:45pm Restroom2:45 - 3:00pm Snack3:00 - 3:15pm Sensory Bins/Sensory Table/Table Toys3:15 - 3:30pm Restroom3:30 - 4:00pm Indoor/Outdoor Gross Motor4:00 - 4:15pm Mighty Minutes4:15 - 4:30pm Restroom4:30 - 5:00pm Large Group Activity5:00 - 5:15pm Restroom5:15 - 6:30pm Free Play/Departure

Kindergarten/School-Age Schedule

6:00 - 8:15am Arrival/Breakfast/Free time8:15am Departure for school12:00pm Arrival from Kindergarten12:00 - 12:30pm Lunch12:30 - 2:30pm Read/Quiet Activities2:30pm Arrival from school2:30 - 3:00pm Snack time3:00 - 4:30pm Homework/Science/Art4:30 - 5:00pm: Indoor/Outdoor Gross Motor5:00 - 6:30pm: Free time/Departure

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Acknowledgement of Receipt

I have received and reviewed the Kiddie Kollege Family Handbook. It is my responsibility to understand and familiarize myself with the Family Handbook and to ask the Administrator for clarification of any policy, procedure or information contained in the family handbook that I do not understand. My signature will also serve as acknowledgment of any future changes and/or addendums to this family handbook once provided by Kiddie Kollege.

Parent Full Name (Please Print) ______________________________________

Child Name(s) ___________________________________________________

Parent Signature ________________________________________________

Date ________________________________

Owned and Operated by Westlake Day School, Inc.

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5/2020

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