Learning Center Enrollment Form

If you have additional children you need to enroll, we'll gather their information when you come in.

• All infants will be placed on their backs in safety-approved cribs unless an alternate sleep position is needed for a medical reason and a written note from the infant’s health professional is provided. This note needs to include the medical reason and to what degree the mattress needs to be inclined in centimeters/inches.
• Products used to control the position of the infant in sleep (wedges, etc.) will not be used.
• Since swaddling is not recommended in childcare, a doctor’s note is required if you would like your child under 3 months to be swaddled. You may also be asked to provide a safe swaddler if we do not have one available.
• Infants will not sleep on water beds, sofas, soft mattresses or other soft surfaces.
• Soft materials, such as pillows, quilts, comforters, sheepskins, stuffed toys and loose bedding, will not be placed in infants’ sleep environments.
• Infants will not share a safety-approved crib with other children.
• Supervised “tummy time” will be observed while the infant is awake.
• No smoking will be allowed in infants’ environments.

Arrival and Departure

• I will escort my child into the building and wait with them until their temperature is taken and is under 100 and no other symptoms to be able to stay for the day.
• Parents are asked to not use their cell phones at drop off or pick up time. Teachers would like to use this time to exchange information about your child.
• I will notify the Center Manager if my child is to be absent for any reason.
• Children will only be released to their parents/guardian, or someone authorized by the parent. We will ask for photo identification. We will not release a child to anyone for whom the parent/guardian has not given permission for us to do so.
• I understand that if a staff person is concerned about the safety of my child at pick-up time because an authorized adult or I seem disoriented or displays impaired judgment, that staff person has the right to call an emergency contact. If attempts to keep the child safe from the disoriented authorized adult are unsuccessful, then the Police Department will be contacted.

Personal Belongings

• The Child Care Center will provide all snacks, breakfast and lunch. and play and learning materials. If your child will be here for dinner, please bring in a sack lunch that they can eat during that time.
• Parents are asked to bring one (1) complete changes of appropriate play clothing for their children. Please dress your child(ren) according to the weather. Children go outside every day when the temperature is above 25 degrees, including the wind chill factor. Be sure to include hats, boots, mittens, etc. on colder days. All clothing should be visibly marked with the child's name. Soiled clothing will be put in a plastic bag and given to parents at pick up time.
• Children are asked to bring a small blanket/cover to use at naptime and may bring a special comfort item, (i.e. stuffed animal). We ask that all other toys be left at home to eliminate lost or broken toys. Bring all materials, devices and books needed to complete e-learning, Wi-Fi will be provided.
• You will need to provide all diapers/wipes and pullups for children that are not yet potty trained.
• Because we have a limited amount of space, all strollers, diaper bags, etc., need to be taken with you and not left in the Center. Car seats can be left if needed.

Food/Nutrition

• We are a peanut-restrictive center.
• Children requiring special diets (i.e. allergies, food sensitivities, supplements, or other changes outside state guidelines) will need to bring their own food and snacks for the day.
• A feeding plan is required for all infants or young toddlers not on table food. Infants will need to provide their own food, bottles and snacks each day. Mark your child’s food/bottles clearly.
• Any children using a sippy cup will need to provide two/day and we will send them home daily for cleaning.
• Any treats brought in for special holidays or occasions must be commercially prepared and in unopened packaging. We are unable to serve homemade products.

Illness and Medication

• For your child’s well-being and the protection of other children, please keep your child at home with any symptoms. Children who are not feeling well cannot fully participate in activities planned at the center. For your child’s well-being and the protection of other children, keep your child at home when he/she has ANY of the following symptoms:
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Severe cold, including persistent running/snotty nose
  • Persistent chest cough
  • Auxiliary (underarm) temperature of 100 degrees (without adding a degree)
  • Undiagnosed rash
  • Earache
  • Sore throat or difficulty swallowing
  • Difficulty breathing or wheezing
  • Child does not feel well enough to participate in the normal daily activities
  • Temperature of 100 degrees or more
  • Conjunctivitis /Pink eye
  • Lice
  If your child has any of these symptoms while at home, we ask that they are kept at home until symptom free (WITHOUT medication) for 48 hours.
• If your child becomes ill while attending the Center, he/she will be isolated from the other children. He/she will be supervised, and the parent will be called. Parents are asked to pick up their child within one hour. Parents need to have alternative child care arrangements for ill children.
• I will notify the Center Manager if my child has been ill or exposed to a contagious disease. I understand that my child cannot attend if she/he has a fever, rash, or other condition that prevents him/her from participating in Center activities. Children need to be symptom free without the aid of fever reducers for 48 hours.
• I understand that I will be notified if my child becomes ill or has an accident while at the Center. If my child has an accident, immediate first aid will be given but further treatment will be the responsibility of the parent.
• I will be notified of any significant occurrences or problems which affect my child, potentially including exposure to a communicable disease, head lice, etc. from children or Center staff.
• Notify the center director if your child needs to take any medication during hours of operation. Non-prescription medications can be given, providing a parent/guardian submits parent authorization.

Discipline

• The goal of Early Childhood Alliance program is to provide a positive environment in which children can succeed. We accomplish this with redirection, problem-solving and conflict resolution. In cases of continued negative behavior, a plan of action will be created with parents and staff.
• Discipline means learning. It does not mean punishment, tears, or humiliation. It means a chance to learn how to live in a social world. Discipline is not something adults do to their children; it is something they do with their children. The goals of discipline are self-control and responsibility. Teachers and parents are most likely to achieve these goals when they respond to the causes of behavior, as well as to the behaviors themselves. The teachers of the Center silently observe a child’s behavior before reacting and responding to them. Teachers may use a variety of discipline techniques to meet the needs of different situations, including:
  • Let children make some decisions and choices. One good way to teach responsibility is to give the child the opportunity to make choices.
  • Give reasons for rules. Understanding the reasons for rules makes it easier to remember and follow them.
  • Be consistent in language and behavioral response to children. Adults’ consistent behavior helps the development of inner control through modeling.
  • Remove children from situations they can’t handle. If a child is too young to understand or there is no way to change the cause, it may be possible to change the situation.
  • Redirect the child’s behavior. Often there is a way to let children do something in a better place or a safer way.
  • Let children learn the consequences of their actions when appropriate.
  • Recognize and encourage positive behavior.
  • Allow children to participate in the problem solving process when discipline issues occur.
• I understand that if my child cannot adjust to the program because of social, physical or emotional problems, after a reasonable trial period and/or plan of action, the agency will help in making an appropriate referral or placement, and I will find other care for my child.

Miscellaneous

• Your child’s file must be complete with all required forms and updated regularly to assure the health and safety of your child.