DROP-OFF AND PICK-UP POLICIES

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Parents are expected to accompany their child into the center. The teachers are glade to assist you and your child at your drop-off time. Teachers, however will not assume direct responsibility for your child until you are ready to walk out of the building. It is important for the teacher to keep a watchful eye on all the children in his or her care. You are welcome to stay for a short while and assist your child through this transition. Simply notify the classroom teacher when you are ready to leave and the teacher will assist.

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Only the individuals listed on the Child Information Rocord, or on a written permission note from the parent, will be allowed to leave with a child. The staff is expected to request a picture I.D. from any unfamiliar person (including grand-parents). If there is any concern, the staff of EMLS reserves the right to deny a person's request to pick-up a child. If it is a situation that requires someone not on the list or a written notice could not be provided in thim, please contact the center and speak with the Director in advance before the pick-up.

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Your child's classroom teacher may be available at pick-up time for short questions. For longer discussions or particular concerns please schedule an appointment. Parents are expected to assume full responsibility of their child once they enter the classroom. Do not allow your child to touch the exit door handles or open the doors. We work very hard at teaching the children not to touch the exit doors. Children enrolled on a part-time basis are expected to be picked-up at the agreed upon daily time. The parent or guardian or a child not picked-up until after the agreed time, or past closing (6:00 P.M or 11:30 P.M. respectively), will be charged $1 per minute. All late fees are expected by 6:00 P.M./11:30 P.M. the following day. This fee applies per family. Payment should be given directly to the staff member.

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CUSTODY ORDERS

Until custody has been established by a court action, one parent may not limit the other from picking up a child in oru care. The center must be notified immediately of any changes in custody orders. certified custody orders must be given to the center director.

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HOLIDAYS

Exceptional Minds Learning Academy will be closed on the following holidays: Closed by 4 on New Years's Eve, New Year's Day, MLK Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve Day (closed by 4) and Christmas Day. If any of the above holidays fall on a weekend, the closest Friday or Monday will be selected. Regular tuition is expected.

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INSERVICE DAY

It is important for the staff to have time to prepare lessons, gather information from a guest speaker, or attend a conference. To accomplish this we include two in-service days peer year. You will be notified of these days in order for you to make necessary arrangements. The center will be closed to children. Tuition is expected.

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UNEXPECTED CLOSINGS

Exceptional Minds will open on public school designated "snow days"--we may open late if necessary. On a rare occasion our center may be forced to close due to a situation beyond our control (e.g., ice storm, electrocal outage, no water service). Every attempt will be made to inform parents of an emergency closing.

 

TORNADO AND DISASTER PROCEDURE 

In the event of a tornado or disaster warning, there are plans in place. This should be included in your enrollment packet.

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CHILD ABUSE AND NEGLECT

Staff members are required by law to report any suspected child abuse or neglect.

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TREASURES AND POSSESSIONS

Each child will need a blanket to use at naptime. A pillowcase is also requested for storing the blanket. Your child's name must be clearly written on the pillowcase and blanket. The pillowcase and blanket are taken home each Friday to be washed and returned the following Monday. A small pillow or small stuffed toy is permissible. Sometimes children need to bring special toys or newfound treasures to use as a "bridge" between home and school. On these occasions we will work with you and your child to make it a positive sharing experience. Past experience has shown us that often toys from home create problems at school. We encourage you to keep personal belongings and toys at home unless the teacher has scheduled a "show-n'-tell" day. Videos brought in to share with the class must be 'G' rated. Morning Star will not be responsible for any lost items.

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*Important...there are four things we feel strongly must remain at home: toy guns, gum, money, and candy.