Author: Wendy Blanchard

Salt Lake Community College Child Care 2025 Parent Handbook
South City Campus
Jordan Campus

Photo credit-Senjuti Kundu on Unsplash

Salt Lake Community College:
Tim and Brenda Huval Child Care Center South Campus
1535 South Edison Street,
Salt Lake City, UT 84115 801-957-3070
http://huvalchildcare.wix.com/timbrendahuvalcenter

Salt Lake Community College:
Jordan Campus Child Care Center
9251 S Wights Fort Road JSTC 159
West Jordan, UT 84088 801-957-62030 https://huvalchildcare.wixsite.com/slccjordanchildcare

Table of contents
Cover
Address, phone number, & website
Table of contents
Parking, Anti Idling Policy
Welcome letter to parent
Philosophy
Purpose/mission statement, Center goals, Records
Enrollment, Starting & Transferring Classrooms, Hours of Operation
Holiday Closures, Available sessions, Absences, Continuous Enrollment
Before/After School Care, Drop off/Pick up policy, late pick up policy,
Tuition rates & payment policy
Non-Student (Standard) Rates
Salt Lake Community College Employee Rates
Salt Lake Community College Student Rates
CCAMPIS Rates & Requirements
Sample Statement
Payment options: South Campus
Payment options: Jordan Campus
Staff Training and Credentials, Technology and Media policies
Typical day & Sample Schedule, Licensing Ratios
Curriculum, Daily activities
Personal Belongings, Clothing, Outdoor Play
Positive Guidance Policies
Extreme Behavior Policies, Expulsion Policies, Discipline/ Guidance Policy
Children With Special Needs, Grievance Policy, Transportation & Walks
Health Information: Health Assessment/ Immunizations, Illness
Medication, First Aid, Pesticide Application
Nutrition Information, Parties & Celebrations
Safety Information, Emergency Plan, Snowstorms/Severe Weather
Infant Information, Breastmilk,
Toddler Info, Rest Time, Safe Sleep, Transitioning Out of Our Program
Safe Sleep Practices Info
Parent—Child care communications: Open door, parent conferences, Other forms of communication
Parent rights & responsibilities & Critical Information

Parking Policies (C2.2)
The college has very strict parking policies, so please be sure to follow all procedures to avoid getting a ticket! We no longer have hangtags for vehicles but rather have the vehicles registered in the college database to allow the parents to park.
Students faculty and staff of Salt Lake community college are responsible for purchasing parking permits for themselves from the college website. If you are unsure how to do this you can ask someone in the office to assist you.
Community parents who have children enrolled at the child care center may obtain a parking permit to avoid a citation by bringing their license plate number to the child care office along with their vehicle information. These parking permits are child care specific and are good for short periods of time to allow time for drop off & pick up of children as well as provide time to support our breast-feeding parents.
These permits are good for parking in front of our building and exclude handicapped, red zone, metered parking, and clean fuel vehicle parking (unless you have a handicap permit or an approved clean fuel vehicle).
Child Care & Family Services pays for the child care permit parking for each enrolled (community) parent’s vehicle. If you change cars, it is your responsibility to come to the office to let us know, so that changes can be made in the parking database. If you do not inform us of changes, you will be responsible for any fines incurred!
Parking permits need to be renewed every year at the beginning of fall semester.
*Students, Faculty and staff are not eligible for the child care parking permit.
In accordance with Salt Lake City’s idle-free ordinance and to ensure the health and wellbeing of the children in the center, please limit vehicle idling to no more than 2 minutes. (C2.2)(D13.7)

Dear Parent/Guardian,

As the Director of Child Care & Family Services, I welcome you to our program. You are essential to our success! I invite you to visit often, share your ideas, interests, talents, traditions, and energy with us.
Each center serves an a foundation for early learning and has a place for everyone. Child care services are available as space permits regardless of race, sex, disability, nationality or creed. It is my hope that your child and family feel loved and a sense of community. You are welcome any time to visit our busy, happy, noisy, and creative classrooms.
I am grateful that you have chosen to come to our center. We look forward to working with you as an involved parent, as each day we work toward building the foundation of success for your children. Thank you for allowing us to impact your children’s lives. My hope is that each child is positively impacted by high quality services and curriculum.
I firmly believe that children are like a fine quality clay we mold them through out their life, and we can make a big difference. Early Childhood Education is critical for the success of your children and I am grateful that you are letting us be part of molding your child.
Holly Garcia
Child Care & Family Services,
Director

Philosophy, Mission Statement, and Goals (C2.??)

Our Philosophy:

Our center is based on the belief that children learn best through play. Play is scaffolded through planned and implemented curriculum called High Scope. This curriculum involves social emotional development, physical goals, cognitive learning, and scaffolding for language and literacy skills for children 0- Kindergarten. We love children and believe that by teaching acceptance, respect & self worth, and instilling the love of learning, they will become well rounded, caring adults in our future communities.
In The Salt Lake Community College Child Care Centers, every child is unconditionally accepted as a worthwhile individual. Children's positive self-worth and esteem is enhanced and fostered through positive communication and interactions with caring adults and children. Children gain confidence and independence through challenging and successful experiences. Children learn self-worth as they make choices and do for themselves. Children learn to value others through meaningful play experiences. Children learn through their own experiences, through the manipulation of objects, and through the imitation of others.
The teacher enhances these experiences by providing a well-planned and organized environment offering exploration, discovery and experimentation. Children's creativity is fostered through activities that encourage spontaneous expression and representation that will expand and extend imagination. Our schedule reflects the curriculum with Read-a-louds, Music and Movement, Large Group experiences, and Small Group experiences tailored to the children’s individual educational goals.
Every child, parent, student, and teacher is valued as a worthwhile individual with a unique learning style.
Every learner begins from where they are and progresses forward through experiences and self-discovery. A developmental approach is used to help each child to be mentally healthy, physically able, authentically creative and socially sensitive. Children's self-worth and self-esteem are fostered through positive communication and interacting with caring adults and children. The child care center strives to be a safe environment for the evolving of the whole child, a resource for parents, and a place where quality childcare can be observed.

Philosophy, Mission Statement, and Goals (C2.??)

Purpose/Mission Statement:
The purpose of Child Care & Family Services is to provide excellent child care to children, and families in a developmentally appropriate setting that promotes learning through play, while preparing children to become lifelong learners. We are here to support Salt Lake Community College efforts to provide accessible, affordable, quality education to a wide range of individuals by offering high quality child care services in an effort to promote student retention and completion.

Goals of our centers:
1: Following the developmentally appropriate guidelines established by the National Accreditation Commission for Early Care and Education Programs (NAC), while attaining accreditation and maintaining licensing standards. Encouraging intellectual, social, and emotional development in each child.
2: Developing in the children an appreciation for the ethnic and cultural diversity in our families and our community.
3: Involving parents and families in a community of learning and self-development while promoting a cooperative and informative relationship with families; communication is provided through our web page, Facebook, emails, High Scope access, daily conversations, and parent-teacher conferences.
4: Promoting a positive environment for staff and children through ongoing professional development for providers while assisting them in implementing best practices for curriculum in their classrooms.

RECORDS
All children's records are confidential. Teachers may, at times, use approved assessment techniques to gather information relevant to the child's development and to enhance program planning. All such information will be shared with parents and will be confidential. Records and confidential information are appropriately stored and protected against access by unauthorized individuals. Information in children's files is not released without written parental permission. The following persons have authorized access to this information for review:

Director
·Office Staff
Classroom Teacher
State licensor/CNP specialist
SLCC employee
Accrediting specialist

Admission Procedure (C2.1)

Enrollment (C2.1) Our child care centers serve children six weeks to twelve years. Priority for enrollment in the Center is given to SLCC students, faculty & staff of the College, then community members are slotted afterwards as space allows. Within each group, children are accepted by order of application as vacancies occur. Minimum enrollment is one half day per week (South City) or one full day per week (Jordan). The paperwork processing fee to submit an application to be on the waiting list is $20 ($15 for SLCC students, faculty or staff) this fee can be waived for pell-grant eligible students. Drop-in care is available for children who have licensing paperwork completed and if space is available. Parents must call the Center when a need arises and verify that there is space available for the time care is needed. The requirement for service includes an orientation and completion of the enrollment packet. This includes an enrollment form signed by the parent/guardian indicating that by placing their child in the program, they hold Salt Lake Community College and its employees harmless from accidental injury sustained while participating in activities conducted by the school. Also, an immunization record, (or applicable exemption form) and the first month tuition cost or a $200 deposit (whichever is greater) is required prior to attendance. The exception to this is that income eligible students may submit a voucher application in place of a deposit. The Center is committed to following the guidelines of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please see the "Children with Special Needs" section of the handbook concerning the enrollment of children with special needs.
Starting & Transferring Between Classrooms
Upon enrollment in the Center, children will be assigned to a classroom according to their age and development. Parents are invited to tour our center and meet the teachers of the class prior to enrollment. We have an open door policy and parents are always welcome to visit.
Children will be advanced to other classrooms as deemed necessary based on the individual child’s development and needs, as space to maintain appropriate ratios allows. A letter will be emailed to parent(s)/guardian(s) prior to classroom transitions to inform parents of the upcoming transition. Parents and their child are invited to visit their new classroom prior to their transition, to meet their new teachers and other children etc.

Hours Of Operation: (C2.14)

South City Campus
7:30 am-10:00 pm Monday– Thursday
7:30 am- 5:30 pm Friday
6:45 am early morning slot available for additional fee

Jordan Campus
7:30 am-5:30 pm Monday– Friday
Closed Fridays during summer semester

Holidays (C2.13)

Closures: (C2.13)

The Salt Lake Community College Child Care Centers are closed all federal holidays as well as winter break and any days when the campus is closed, including snow days.
New Year’s Day Martin Luther King Day President’s Day Memorial Day Juneteenth Independence day Pioneer Day Labor Day Winter Break Thanksgiving Holiday
We are open when the college is open, if the college closes due to a snow day or power outage, etc. we must also close. Parents will be called to pick up their children as soon as possible. Credits for college closures will be issued at the discretion of the Director, or for persons whose schedule is 2 days or fewer per week if the holiday falls on a scheduled day.

Available Sessions:

Available time slots:
7:30 am—12:30 pm M-F 12:00 pm—5:30 pm M-F
5:00 pm—10:00 pm M– TH (South City Campus only)
Full Time (consists of 2 part time consecutive time slots)
Part Time (consists of any single time slot)
Parents are welcome to come anytime within their contracted slots and days, but must pay for the days/slots they choose whether they attend or not.
Using three consecutive slots (7:30 am-10 pm) multiple days a week is limited to the Director’s discretion, to help encourage healthy family relationships.
We have an additional early morning slot at 6:45 am with very limited availability for an additional fee. (South City Campus only)

Absences
Parents must notify the center if a child is absent. No credit will be issued for absences.
Continuous Enrollment
Near the end of each semester parents will be asked to indicate if their child will be returning the next semester. Parents will be required to complete an intent to return form, any other necessary forms and sign a contract for the new semester (unless they have a yearly contract). Failure to do so may cause their child to lose their child’s placement at the center.

Drop Off/Pick Up Procedure (C2.7)

Before & After School Care:
South City Campus Only:
We currently do offer walking assistance to and from Whittier Elementary for school-aged children. Children are expected to dress appropriately for the walk to/from the school to the center. Parents will need to sign appropriate authorization and communicate about district schedules. We encourage you to directly text the classroom team if you have schedule changes. Kindergarten schedules that differ from the normal schedule an also be accommodated with Director approval. Children will be encouraged to do their homework and receive help as needed from our teachers, but primary responsibility will be the parent’s/guardian’s.
All Campus Locations: Parents are welcome to pick up their children from any school and drop them off at the center, for after school care.

Authorized Drop Off & Pick Up (C2.7) Only adults authorized on the Parent-Authorization form may pick up children from the center. All persons will be requested to show identification before picking up the child. There are no exceptions to this policy. Once identification has been established, and the teacher is familiar with the authorized adult, ID will no longer be required. Parents are required to clock in/out on the computer using the fingerprint scanner and also sign in/out in the classroom weekly log. A non-negotiable fee of $1 per missing log will be charged anytime either the book or the computer sign in was missed, $3 will be charged any time we find neither the physical nor electronic signature was completed. All children must be escorted from the parking lot into their classrooms by a responsible adult (18 or older) upon arrival and escorted (hand in hand or closely supervised) in the same manner at departure. Parents are encouraged to park at the 30 minute parking spots when arriving and departing with their child/ren. Parents must not leave their cars running or leave children in vehicles while unattended. In accordance with Salt Lake City’s idle-free ordinance and to ensure the health and well being of the children in the center, please limit vehicle idling to no more than 2 minutes.
**Parents are responsible to inform the center if any changes are necessary to the Parent-Authorization form.

Late Pick Up Policy
Parents will be given a five minute grace period after their scheduled time to pick up their child(ren), after which they will be billed $1.00 per child, for each minute their child(ren) remains in the care of the Salt Lake Community College Child Care Center staff. After 15 minutes, the staff will begin to call parents and authorized persons on the pick up list. If no one can be reached to get the child, the center is required to notify Child Protective Services (1-800-678-9399) and police dispatch to report an abandon/neglected child. The child will be given to responding officers.
If you are running late, please call us or contact your child(ren)’s teachers directly or call the office.

Withdrawal/Dismissal Procedure (C2.27)

TUITION RATES & PAYMENT POLICY (C2.10)
Tuition is billed monthly.
There will be a 5-day grace period to pay tuition after which a $25.00 late fee may be charged.
Two weeks notice is required for withdrawal and an intent to withdraw form must be completed and returned to our office. These two weeks must be paid for in full. (C2.27)
There are two types of contracts, annual and semester. Annual contracts are written from your start date through the end of the year. Semester contracts follow the college semesters. SLCC students are only charged for breaks between semesters if they attend. Semester contracts must be renewed every semester. Annual contracts must be renewed yearly or whenever a change is made.
Upon acceptance into the program, you are expected to pay a full month tuition, or $200 (whichever is greater) for each child as a non-refundable deposit. Any remaining funds will go towards your child(ren)’s second month tuition. This fee can be covered by the child care voucher for eligible SLCC students.
Drop in care is available on a limited basis, and will be charged at the rates on the following pages, according to status.
No credits are given for missed days or vacation time, except in the event of a summer vacation lasting 4 or more consecutive weeks, but a deposit must be paid to hold your child’s spot in our program.
In the event that an account is more than 30 days overdue, child care services may be terminated and a hard hold may be placed on college records until the account is paid in full. A $25 collection fee may be added to the balance. If the account is turned over to an agency for collection, the parent(s)/guardian(s) agree to pay fees associated with the collection process including the remaining account balance, late fees, attorney fees, court costs, collection agency fees, and related charges up to 40% of the account balance. Parent(s)/guardian(s) may also be reported to one of the three major credit bureaus. The account will also be assessed interest of 8% annually which will begin as of the default of this agreement. SLCC will also garnish any future Utah State income tax refund to resolve this balance.
If a child is enrolled 2 days a week or less and a holiday falls on the scheduled day, we will credit the account for this day.
Refunds are only given in the event that a two week notice has been paid out, and there is a remaining balance on the account that was paid by the parent/guardian. No refunds are given for DWFS or Voucher funds not used. Special exceptions may be made at the discretion of the Director.
Voucher funds will not be applied to the account until the first add/drop day of the semester. You may need to make the first payment. SLCC voucher funds and CCAMPIS rates are only applicable to current SLCC students who have determined eligibility.
Voucher funds cannot be used to pay fees for late pickups, or missed sign in/out logs. Parents/guardians are personally responsible for those costs.
In the event that a contract is modified, terminated, or subject to change, and parents/guardians fail to authorize a new signature while continuing to use services provided by the center, you understand you may be subject to a daily drop-off rate of $65.00 per day at the sole discretion of the Center. This daily rate will apply until the parties sign and execute a new agreement.

Fee Structure/Payment Plan (C2.10)

Current tuition rates: Standard Rate 2025 (C2.10)

0-24 months	2 year old	3 year old	4 year old	5 year old	6 & older
$57.21 / Full Time / $37.19 / Half Day	$46.14 / Full Time / $29.99 / Half Day	$41.86 / Full Time / $27.21 / Half Day	$40.70 / Full Time / $26.46 / Half Day	$38.37 / Full Time / $24.94 / Half Day	$30.70 / Full Time / $19.96 / Half Day

Drop in Care Rates

$65.00	Per Day
$15.00	Per Hour

Rates may be subject to change
Changes will always be discussed with parents and current contracts will remain with contracted rates until the end of the contract, or until a change in the contract occurs.
If multiple children are attending, a 10% discount will be applied to each additional child. The most expensive child will be charged the full rate.
If you have any questions about our rates or your billed charges please see the office staff.

Fee Structure/Payment Plan (C2.10)

Current tuition rates: SLCC Employee 2025 (Staff/Faculty) (C2.10)

0-24 months	2 year old	3 year old	4 year old	5 year old	6 & older
$51.49 / Full Time / $33.47 / Half Day	$41.53 / Full Time / $26.99 / Half Day	$37.67 / Full Time / $24.49 / Half Day	$36.63 / Full Time / $23.81 / Half Day	$34.53 / Full Time / $22.45 / Half Day	$27.63 / Full Time / $17.96 / Half Day

Drop in Care Rates

$65.00	Per Day
$11.00	Per Hour

Rates may be subject to change
Changes will always be discussed with parents and current contracts will remain with contracted rates until the end of the contract, or until a change in the contract occurs.
If multiple children are attending, a 10% discount will be applied to each additional child. The most expensive child will be charged the full rate.
If you have any questions about our rates or your billed charges please see the office staff.

Fee Structure/Payment Plan (C2.10)

Current tuition rates: SLCC Student 2025 (C2.10)

0-24 months	2 year old	3 year old	4 year old	5 year old	6 & older
$48.63 / Full Time / $31.61 / Half Day	$39.22 / Full Time / $25.49 / Half Day	$35.58 / Full Time / $23.13 / Half Day	$34.60 / Full Time / $22.49 / Half Day	$32.61 / Full Time / $21.20 / Half Day	$26.10 / Full Time / $16.96 / Half Day

Drop in Care Rates

$65.00	Per Day
$11.00	Per Hour

Rates may be subject to change
Changes will always be discussed with parents and current contracts will remain with contracted rates until the end of the contract, or until a change in the contract occurs.
If multiple children are attending, a 10% discount will be applied to each additional child. The most expensive child will be charged the full rate.
If you have any questions about our rates or your billed charges please see the office staff.

Fee Structure/Payment Plan (C2.10)

CCAMPIS Grant discount for Pell Grant Eligible SLCC Students
(South City Campus Only) (C2.10)

SAI / -$1500– 2329 / .32	SAI / $2330-4659 / .44	SAI / $4660 -$6659 / .60

Ages	Full	Half	Full	Half	Full	Half
0-1	$18.31	$11.90	$25.17	$16.36	$34.33	$22.31
2	$14.76	$9.60	$20.30	$13.20	$27.68	$17.99
3	$13.40	$8.71	$18.42	$11.97	$25.12	$16.33
4	$13.02	$8.47	$17.91	$11.64	$24.42	$15.87
5	$12.28	$7.98	$16.88	$10.97	$23.02	$14.96
6 & up	$9.82	$6.39	$13.51	$8.78	$18.42	$11.97

As a part of our CCAMPIS grant, all students who receive CCAMPIS rates are required to apply for our child care voucher program, which helps cover any child care costs!

Students utilizing the CCAMPIS grant are required to :
See an academic advisor (there is a form that you need to get signed and return to us) and enroll in classes that further your academic goals.
Fill out and submit any/all surveys provided by our child care center.
Inform the center if your enrollment in classes changes.
Utilize some of the time that your children are in childcare to not only attend classes but to do homework and study.
Attend parent engagement activities with their children whenever possible (at least 1 per semester).
Attend parent teacher conferences. (schedules are flexible and you can request a time that works for you).
* Failure to do the above items will result in being charged regular student rates.

(C2.10)

Fee Structure/Payment Plan (C2.10)

Payment Options: South City (C2.10)

Online: (Recommended)
To access the payment page. You will need to know your payment each month. You can also register to make it easier on you. You ﬁrst need to go to this link, http://huvalchildcare.wixsite.com/timbrendahuvalcenter.
Then click on Online Payment.

Next, you need to click on the link to access the next web page.

It will bring you to this page

Click on South Campus Child Care Payments. On this page, you can make your payment. You can also register, and then Log In to make the process easier

Over the phone: (C2.10)
Payments may be made via phone by calling 801-957-4868 option 8. Please make certain to specify Tim & Brenda Huval Care Center index 19850, account number 54050; it is critical that they send a receipt to Holly Garcia.

In Person: (C2.10) Payments can be made in person at the SLCC cashier office. There are forms in our office that you can take with you to the cashier. You will receive 2 receipts; one for your records and one for ours. We cannot credit your account unless you turn our copy in to the child care office.

SLCC South campus cashier hours:
M, T, TH, F 8 am—1:15 pm &
2:15 pm—4:30 pm
Wed. 8 am—1:15 pm &
2:15 pm—7 pm

Fee Structure/Payment Plan (C2.10)

Payment Options: Jordan (C2.10)

Go to the Jordan Campus Child Care Website and click on Parents
https://huvalchildcare.wixsite.com/slccjordanchildcare

Next, click on Payments

Scroll down and either click the payments link, or scan the QR Code

Click on Jordan Campus Child Care Payments. On this page, you can make your payment. You can also register, and then Log In to make the process easier

Over the phone: (C2.10) Payments may be made via phone by calling 801-957-4868 option 8. Please make certain to specify Jordan Campus Child Care Center index 19860, account number 54050; it is critical that they send a receipt to Holly Garcia.

In Person: (C2.10)
Payments can be made in person at the SLCC cashier office. There are forms in our office that you can take with you to the cashier. You will receive 2 receipts; one for your records and one for ours. We cannot credit your account unless you turn our copy in to the child care office.

SLCC Jordan Campus Cashier (JSTC 154)hours:
Monday: 8 am– 4 pm
Tuesday 8am-7pm
Wednesday– Friday 8 am- 4pm (Closed fridays during summer semester)

Technology Usage (C2.24)

Staff Training and Credentials
The Salt Lake Community College Child Care Centers are very proud of its staff. Staff members' credentials may include the Child Development Associate, an Associate degree in Early Childhood Education, National Administrator Credential, a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Development, Family Studies or Education. All staff are encouraged to complete 30 hours of additional training per year. Each staff member is dedicated to helping every child have a positive experience.

Technology and Media (C2.24) Use of Video and Electronics in the Classroom
The use of movies and electronic entertainment should be limited in the classrooms and shall only be shown in accordance with the following guidelines: No purchased or rented videos may be brought from home to the center due to copyright violation laws.
Children two years of age and under NEVER watch TV or videos or use computers or tablets.
Devices used for adaptive functioning for any child are always allowed.
Children participating in distance learning as well as the evening & after-school program will be allowed to use computers or tablets for homework etc.
In our Pre-K classrooms we encourage families to register for Waterford Upstart. For this purpose classrooms with eligible children may use electronic devices to work on their 15-30 minutes of Waterford Upstart curriculum.
**Special exceptions may be made for use of videos such as Coco during the Day of the Dead Parent Engagement Activity.
Social Media (C2.22)
To protect the privacy of all the families who attend our center Photography, video recording and facetime are strictly prohibited in the classrooms. Additionally, Parents/Guardians are prohibited from posting photographs or videos of any child other than their own to social media or other internet or public platforms.
Cameras
Our facilities have cameras in each classroom. In accordance with SLCC policies, we do not allow parents to access the footage, however the Utah Highway Patrol has direct access.

A typical day:
Parent arrives with their child and assists them in placing their belongings in their cubby and then helps them wash their hands. Everyone is expected to wash their hands when they arrive in the center, children, teachers and parents.
Establishing a goodbye routine is important for the child to have a good transition to the child care setting. Some children adjust quickly while others may cry for a bit at separation for several weeks. Having the same routine to say good bye helps lessen the child’s upset. We have an open door policy and parents are always welcome in our center. You know your child best, and know if a long good bye or drop in later at lunch will be beneficial or if it will cause the child upset again when you leave.
Individual classroom schedules vary slightly due to the differences in the children’s ages. All classes offer time for art, math, literature, large and small gross motor development opportunities, music, movement, science, small group activities, large group activities, outdoor time (weather and air quality permitting) and free play.

Sample schedule:
7:30—8:30 Arrival/ Free choice
8:30– 8:45 Clean up/Music & Movement
8:45– 9:15 Breakfast
9:15 Outdoor/ Gym
9:45 Wash hands/ Large Group
10:00 Free Choice/ Small Groups
11:00 Read Aloud/ Music & Movement
11:15 Outside/ Gross Motor Activities
11:45 Wash Hands/ Lunch
12:15 Rest Time Offered/ Quiet Activities
2:15 Quiet Activities/ Small Groups
3:00 Wash Hands/ Snack
3:30 Music & Movement/ Read Aloud
4:00 Outdoor Time
4:30 Wash Hands/ Large Group Activity
4:45 Free Choice
5:30 Departure

A typical day may include

Self-help skills
creative art
science
dramatic play
outside daily play
music and movement
stories & sensory experiences
language development
counting and number games
health and safety activities

Licensing Staff to Child Ratios:

1:4 - Infant- 24 month old 1:8 - 2 year olds
1:11 - 2 & 3 year old split class.
1:12- 3 year olds 1:19– 3+ year old split class

Curriculum (C2.4)

Curriculum (C2.4)
The curriculum that we use is called High Scope. The curriculum is inclusive and helps our children work on social emotional, physical, cognitive, and language development. The teachers will set some tentative goals based on typical child development and will adjust those goals as they get to know your child. You are the primary educators of your children and we will work with you to help your child achieve school readiness. Our schedule will include explicit learning techniques geared toward your child's needs. Teachers working with infants and toddlers will be working one on one and in small groups. We have a supplementary curriculum called second step to help support children's social-emotional learning by modeling interactions For children about to start kindergarten, we have implemented a partnership with the Waterford Upstart program. This program includes not only literacy skills, but also math and science. We feel that this program is a great addition to the pre-school classroom. It is free for families and eligible families will even get a free computer/ internet to use for the duration of the program. It requires 15 minutes of participation daily which we will do after snack each afternoon M-F. If your child is not here then you would need to do 15 minutes at home. Please register your child and communicate with your child’s teacher so that we have your child’s login information. https://www.waterford.org/upstart/.

DAILY ACTIVITIES
Daily activities are planned in accordance with the child’s age, interests, and needs to promote physical, emotional, social and intellectual development. Learning opportunities shall include social/emotional, physical, language and cognitive development and integrate key content areas such as literacy, mathematics, science, technology, creative expression and the arts, health and safety and social studies. The schedule provides for quiet and active play, a balance of large and small muscle activities. A balance of child-initiated and staff initiated activities are provided.

Each semester, information regarding each child’s development is assessed including cognitive skills, language, social/emotional growth, approaches to learning, health, and physical abilities. Curriculum content is derived from each child’s ability and interest level. Age appropriate activities are planned and implemented to further each child's growth

Personal Belongings
Each child will have a cubby space to store personal belongings. All personal belongings should be labeled with the child's first and last name. Parents with children that rest may provide a blanket labeled with the child's name. Blankets will need to be taken home each week to be washed. If a blanket is not brought from home, one will be provided by the Center. Children's personal toys and belongings should not be brought to the Center. The Center cannot be responsible for lost or broken toys or other unauthorized items brought from home. No weapons are allowed at the Salt Lake Community College Child Care Centers. Clothing
Children should wear comfortable clothing that will allow them to be involved in planned daily activities. Daily activities involve painting, gluing, outdoor play, etc. Clothing that is easy to manage encourages independence and self-help. Many toileting accidents are prevented if children can unbutton or unbuckle pants without a struggle. Children must have extra sets of pants, shirts (play clothes), underwear, socks, and shoes in case of accidents or spills. All clothing should be labeled with the child's first and last name and stored in the child’s cubby. Please do not bring clothing that is irreplaceable, clothes may get dirty, stained, and kids often put things in the wrong cubbies. If your child is sent home in center clothes, please wash and return them. A $5.00 charge for each article of center clothing may be issued if the clothing is not returned.
Children should wear clothing that is appropriate for the season. Coats, hats and gloves/mittens are required for winter weather. Snow pants and boots allow children to freely explore and play outdoors in the snow. Jackets or sweatshirts may be needed in the fall and spring. In the summer children may bring swimsuits and towels for outdoor water play. Diapered children must bring swim diapers to wear in the wading pool. The children must wear shoes that fasten tightly to their feet (tennis shoes or sandals that buckle) No Flip flops or open toe shoes. If your child comes in open toe shoes we reserve the right to send your child home, as it is a safety hazard.

Outdoor Play Outdoor play is a part of the daily curriculum, weather, air quality and environmental safety conditions permitting. All schedules will be adjusted to ensure the children are comfortable and not over exposed to cold or heat, AQI is monitored as well to ensure the health and wellbeing of the children. Children who are unable to participate in outside play because of illness should not be in school.
Sunscreen will be applied as needed unless parent requests that their child be excluded on the parent topical consent form.

Positive Guidance Policies (C2.6)

Staff have three behavior expectations for children.
1. The child is kind to himself.
2. The child is kind to others.
3. The child is kind to property.

The goal is to promote the children’s ability to self regulate. The staff arranges the environment, adds variety in the daily schedule, creates exciting activities encouraging the children to make appropriate choices and meets children’s physical needs to prevent discipline problems. Limits are set and realistic expectations of behavior are clearly and positively defined with simple classroom rules. The staff supports children by remaining consistent about expectations, routines and limits. (C2.6)

Other techniques that are effective
and used at the Salt Lake Community College Child Care Centers are: (C2.6)

Restating what children can do, versus what they can’t do
Redirection through positive statements
Acknowledging feelings and associating feelings with actions
Offering choices
Following through on requests to the children
Encouraging children to solve problems
Positive reinforcement and acknowledging appropriate behavior that should be continued in the future
Assisting children in planning actions and language for similar situations in the future
Modeling kind and patient behavior
Establishing a trusting relationship with the children using positive verbal and non-verbal interactions.

When a child demonstrates behavior not in compliance with these expectations, immediate firm action is required this may require separating the child from the situation, assisting verbally in helping the child to understand what behavior is permitted and encouraging the child to get ready to rejoin the group.
In order to ensure the safety and well being of each child in the program, the following behaviors will not be allowed:
1. Refusal to follow rules and direction
2. Constant disruption of the group activities
3. Demonstrating physical aggression towards self, staff or other children
4. Foul or inappropriate language
5. Refusal to stay with the group

Discipline Policy (C2.6)

The following behaviors may result in immediate, temporary, or permanent suspension.
Extremely out of control behavior (Subject to the discretion of the Director based on parents willingness to receive additional resources.)
Excessive Biting (Excessive is defined by the Director, based on what may or may not be developmentally appropriate.)
Physically or verbally abusive towards another child or adult
Sexually inappropriate behavior
Vandalism or theft of public or private property
Suspension for these behaviors is up to the Director’s discretion

*We will make every effort to work with you and your child if they are going through a phase of inappropriate behavior. However if the infractions are too extreme or severe or we feel we are not making adequate progress with your child, your child will be expelled from our program to ensure the safety and well-being of the other students and staff.
This is determined by the Director
*We reserve the right to expel a family from our program if we determine that the family expectations of our staff or center are outside of the purview of typical childcare program expectations.

Discipline (C2.6)
The staff and the Director will make every effort to first resolve discipline problems through discussion and problem solving with the child through redirection, verbal communication, etc. If all attempts by the staff to resolve a particular discipline problem prove unsuccessful, the following steps will be taken. The teacher will inform the parent of the problem at pick up/drop off and the techniques attempted to fix the problem. If the problem persists or is particularly problematic the staff will write a report on the child's behavior and inform the parents and Director of the continuing problem. If it remains unresolved, a conference may be held which will include the Director, the child's teachers and the child and his/her parents. The problem and all possible solutions will be discussed. If there is still no improvement after the previous steps have been taken, the child may be temporarily or permanently suspended from the program. The College is under no obligation to keep a child enrolled at any of the child care centers.
It our goal to teach appropriate behaviors. Parents and teachers must model the behaviors they wish children to do. Our actions speak louder then words. Teachers/staff are forbidden to use corporal punishment, stifle crying, use assaultive or abusing language, withhold rest, food, or toileting, or humiliate, ridicule, or scare a child into compliance.
Parents who have concerns about the tone of a staff member, the language they use, or actions they are taking are encouraged to come to the office and talk directly to the Assistant Director or Director if the Lead Teacher is unavailable or is the person in question. Parents may also email the Director, or ask the office for her personal cell if the Assistant Director is not available.
As a team it is critical that parents, work with us to teach children the desired behaviors!

Transportation (C2.26)

Children With Special Needs
Enrollment of special needs children requires the permission of the Tim & Brenda Huval Child Care Center Director. Prior to enrollment the Director will meet with the child’s parents in order to determine the extent of the child’s needs. If the Director, working within the guidelines set forth in the American’s with Disabilities Act, determines that the center has the appropriate resources to meet the child’s needs, a meeting will be held with the Director, the parents, and the child’s teacher. Enrollment decisions and identification of necessary accommodations will be made at that meeting. Modifications will be made in our child care center environment for children with special needs. Staff will make appropriate professional referrals when necessary. When a child is disabled, developmentally delayed, or has emotional deficits, staff will be made aware of the identified/diagnosed special needs of individual children and will be trained to follow through on specific individual educational plans (IEP’s). The Center reserves the right to limit the number of special needs children admitted to our program, per the ability of the class to meet the needs of all the children.
Grievance Procedures (C2.5)
If a grievance occurs, we ask that the parents please converse with the Lead Teacher in the classroom. Using common problem solving skills, we ask that you define the problem, discuss possible solutions, choose a solution and implement the solution. In the event that this strategy is not effective in resolving your grievance, please follow up with the teacher again. If the grievance continues after you have problem solved with the Lead Teacher please come to the office and direct your concern to the Assistant Director. They may as for you to document your concern to address with the staff member. If the Assistant Director is unavailable or unable to address your concern you are welcome to talk directly with the Director or send an email. We also have a parent Suggestion Box located at the check in station for suggestions and a Brag Box for praise.
Transportation & Walks on Campus (C2.26) Walks around the campus of the College will occur throughout each semester. Children are only transported between classrooms and when going on walks, and no motor vehicles are used for transporting children. Teachers will post the phone number(s) where they can be contacted should parents arrive to pickup while they are on a walk. If a child is dropped off while the class is out on a walk, the child can be dropped off to the office staff, or in a different classroom as per the directions of the office. We do not readily provide transportation for pick ups, drop offs, or general activities.

HEALTH INFORMATION
Health Assessment/Immunizations (C2.12)
Parents shall provide the Center with a signed annual health history form upon enrollment and renew it annually. Additionally, parents will provide the signed health assessment form, completed by a doctor, within 90 days of enrollment. When children attend their well child checks, it is encouraged that the pediatrician conducts appropriate developmental screenings, if teachers suspect developmental delays then they can work with the Director to get appropriate district, early intervention or therapeutic referrals.
All children admitted to the Center must have age-appropriate immunizations required by the state law or shall have met conditional enrollment requirements specified by law.
**Parents must notify the Center if there any changes to the child’s health. All health conditions must be kept current in the child’s file, this includes allergies, asthma, preferred hospital, etc.
** Parents must provide updated immunization records as the immunizations are received.
** Parents be aware that allergy and food restriction lists are posted in the rooms for the child's safety.
Illness (C2.15)(D4)
A child will not be admitted to the Center if within the last 24 hours the child has had a fever, diarrhea, vomiting, colored discharge from nose or eyes, a rash, head lice or other communicable illness (D4.1). It is important that you have alternative care for your child on such occasions. The Center should be contacted immediately if a child has contracted a communicable disease such as chicken pox, mumps, measles, impetigo, etc. Should a child contract a communicable disease, the child should not return to childcare until fully recovered. In case of illness or accident during the child’s time at the Center, the child will be separated from the other children and allowed to lay on a cot (in the office if staff is present, or in their classroom away from the other children and rest until their parent or emergency pickup arrives to get them (D4.2). The parent will be notified immediately by phone or text and is expected to pick up their child promptly. If a parent cannot be reached, the emergency contacts listed will be called (D4.3). The child should be symptom free for 24 hours (without being managed by medication) before returning to the center (D4.4).
In the case of COVID 19: if a child is diagnosed with COVID, please contact the center (801-957-3070) to notify us, and to receive information on current COVID 19 policies.
The center will post a notice and email to inform parents in writing of communicable illnesses or parasites that are discovered at the center as soon as possible once the illness or parasite is discovered. The staff will convey information of illnesses in a manner that protects the confidentiality of staff and children.

Medication (C2.17)(D10)
The Center does not administer medication to the children except in life-threatening situations, such as an epi-pen, inhaler or insulin. Any child who may need these life saving devices must have a completed medication release form from the parent or guardian in their file. Only staff that have been properly trained in the administration of life saving devices may administer the medication to the child.
Parents are asked to administer oral medication to their children during their break. Children may not administer medication to themselves. Staff who have not received proper training on administration of medication may not administer medications.
No medication may be placed in a child's backpack or in cubbies for safety reasons. Medications will be labeled with the child's full name, be kept in the original or pharmacy container, have the original label and have child-safety caps, and must not be expired.
The written instructions from the parents must match the instructions on the medication’s label. Medication needing refrigeration will be stored in a covered container with a tight fitting lid in the refrigerator. If the medication requires no refrigeration, it should be stored in a secured area of the classroom.
First Aid
All staff members have first aid certification. First aid will be administered as needed and parents will be notified of all actions through completed incident reports. Incident reports are to be read and signed by the teacher, Director, office staff or Director designee, and parent. Parents receive the yellow copy. Each year the parent signs a Parent Authorization giving permission for the Tim & Brenda Huval Child Care staff to administer appropriate and reasonable medical treatment as deemed necessary for minor injuries that may occur during school hours. If further medical treatment is necessary, the parent understands that the 911 service may be secured and the parent gives permission to the attending physician to administer medical treatment to the injured child. Parents will be responsible for all charges. (medical, equipment, transportation, etc.) associated with the 911 service.
Pesticide Policy
We do our best to keep the facility clean of debris and food that may attracted rodents or pest (such as ants). Even with our best efforts to maintain our facility there are occasions when problems may arise. To combat this the College has a contract with a company which will ensure to use the least toxic product when needed. If application of a spray is necessary we will notify the parents in advance, and ensure that children will not have exposure to the application for at least 12 hours.

Nutrition Information
Snacks and meals are served in accordance with nutritional requirements of CACFP (Child and Adult Care Food Program). The Child Care Center serves breakfast, lunch and an afternoon snack as well as dinner and evening snack. The basic tuition paid for a child to attend the center covers all meals served. All children attending the center during the hours of meal service will be served. Meals are provided at the times listed below. Parents can request a snack for a child arriving at the center after the times of meal service by speaking with a teacher or office personnel. The serving schedule is located on the parent board along with the weekly menu. Due to allergies and food program requirements, we do not allow outside food to be brought in to the classroom unless there is a celebration or activity, and then it must be store bought and in the original packaging. Please check with the teachers before bringing classroom snacks or treats.

Daytime Program
Breakfast: 8:45—9:15 Lunch: 11:45—12:15
Snack: 3:00—3:15
Evening Program (South City location only)
Dinner: 5:30-6:00 Evening snack: 7:30-7:45

The webpages listed on page two have more information on our voucher program, our monthly menu, as well as this years dates for parent engagement activities and closures.

Parties and Celebrations
The child care center feels that celebrations are an important part of children's lives. The Center strives to celebrate as many culturally diverse traditions and holidays in the true meaning and spirit of their intent. Parents are encouraged to be involved as much as possible in the celebrations and in sharing any that we may have missed. We appreciate any suggestions you may have. Please share them with us. You are always welcome to talk to the teachers, office staff, or leave suggestions in our drop box by the computers.
If you want to bring treats for your child’s birthday, please bring store wrapped/prepared food in original wrappers, and check for food allergies with the child’s teacher.

Emergency Preparedness (C2.8)

Safety Information (C2.8)
Complete emergency plan guidelines are outlined in the Staff Handbook located in the lobby area of the each child care center. If you have questions, the office staff are happy to provide you with a copy.
EMERGENCY PLANS (C2.8)
The purpose of the emergency preparedness plan is to provide information and directions for all persons involved in an emergency situation. These persons include administrative staff, teaching and support staff, parents and children.
Where possible the Child Care Center will follow SLCC Emergency Procedures. In the event of an emergency or disaster, the College schedule may change and this may affect the Center.
Information will be made available on the College information hot-line at 801-957-INFO (4636).
If there is an emergency or disaster, which requires the children and staff to leave the premises, children and staff will be evacuated to their designated relocation site. At South City Campus this is Whittier Elementary 1600 S 300 E, Salt Lake City. At Jordan this will be the Health Sciences Building 3451 W Wights Ft Rd 90TH SO, West Jordan.
Parents should know:
Telephone service may not be accessible.
Children will remain at school or at the relocation site until a parent or authorized person arrives.
Help is needed and essential for this plan to be effective.
Emergency preparedness evacuations to the relocation site at Whittier Elementary School are practiced.
Monthly fire drills are also conducted.
Snowstorms and Severe Weather (C2.8)
In cases of snowstorms or severe weather, it is possible that the SLCC schedule may change. One or more campuses may open late, classes may be cancelled, or staff offices may be closed. Local radio and television stations will be notified of any weather or emergency related changes in the college’s schedule. The most accurate source of information about whether the college campuses are open or closed may be obtained by calling 801-957-4636.
Drugs, Smoking and Firearms (C2.19)
In accordance with Utah’s indoor clean air act smoking and vaping are not allowed in the building or within 25 feet of any door, window or air intake
Salt Lake Community College enforces state law regulating weapons on campus. Possession or use of weapons while upon properties owned, leased, or controlled by the college or where college activities occur, including surrounding areas such as sidewalks, driveways, and parking lots, is prohibited, except for authorized law enforcement officers and persons exempt under Utah State law. Because weapons are capable of inflicting serious injury and pose a clear risk to persons and property, violations of this policy may result in suspension or termination from the college and prosecution under appropriate laws.
Salt Lake Community College strives to provide an educational and professional environment that allows individuals to engage in their daily activities in a safe, healthy, and secure manner. As part of these efforts, the college offers an alcohol/drug free campus and prohibits providing or possessing alcohol/drugs contrary to law. We encourage everyone to be informed of the laws governing and risks associated with the use of alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs. (C2.19)

Prohibition of Drugs, Smoking, and Firearms (C2.19)

Infant Information:
Parents are responsible to provide their child with diapers, wipes, and extra clothes. Please mark all belongings with child's name. There is a $2.00 per diaper charge if parents forget diapers on a regular basis. Pacifiers, bottles and sippy cups must have the child’s full name on them and filled bottles (Breastmilk only, all other bottles must come in empty) must have the date & time of preparation on them. Formula is provided by the center but parents who wish to provide their own formula must have the child’s name on the container and not be past the expiration date. Breast milk must be properly stored, labeled and kept cold. Nursing mothers are welcome to come in to breastfeed. Just let the teacher know you plan to come in. It is best to simply leave formula, diapers, wipes, a bottle, and pacifier with lanyard at the center for your child’s use.
As early as 6 months we can start offering your child solids at the center. These foods will be provided by the center as we do not allow any outside food including baby food. Breastmilk and formula is the only exception to this policy. If you are ready for staff to serve your child solids at the center, please request an Infant Food List so we know what you are comfortable having us feed your child.
Please ensure any bottles or sippy cups brought in for your child are BPA free.

Breastmilk:
Parents who choose to bring breastmilk for their babies must bring enough for the infant to have as much as is required by the food program. If you don’t bring enough breastmilk for your infant we will supplement with formula. The following is a guideline so you know the required amount to bring.
0-5 months 4-6 oz. breastmilk or formula every 3 hours.
6-11 months 6-8 oz. breastmilk or formula for breakfast and lunch and 2-4 oz. breastmilk or formula for snack.
Breastmilk is always served first and we know it can be difficult for nursing mothers to pump enough milk. We will offer the breastmilk first and then offer formula after if enough breastmilk was not provided.
If an infant regularly eats only 2-3 oz in a feeding, we will only heat about that much breastmilk at a time so that the breastmilk is not wasted. If the infant still seems to be hungry we will heat more breastmilk if it was provided, otherwise they will be offered formula.
Breastmilk must be marked with the child’s name and date and time of preparation (time of thaw if frozen).

Withdrawal/Dismissal Procedure (C2.27)

Toddler Information/ Class Expectations
Parents are responsible to provide their child with diapers, wipes and a change of clothes, more clothes if potty training . Parents are expected to provide diapers. If diapers are routinely not brought in for your child, a $2.00 charge per diaper may be issued. . Please mark all belongings with your child’s name. Bottles are discouraged for children over 1 due to bottle rot. Pacifiers, bottles and sippy cups are prohibited for children older than 2 as they can cause dental issues. Children in the three and four year old classes should be potty trained.
**Our centers have a no pull-ups policy. When a child demonstrates signs of toilet learning, please confer with the classroom teachers. Children will proceed from disposable diapers to underpants. Exceptions to this policy may be made for children with special needs.

Rest time
Infants and toddlers are allowed to rest on their own schedules as needed, but as toddlers get older we will work on transitioning them to one nap, to help accustom them to a typical preschool daily schedule. Children ages 2-4 will be offered time to rest after lunch. Older children are given the opportunity to rest or may participate in quiet time activities. Parents are welcome to visit with their child’s teachers to coordinate a rest time schedule that is best for their infant, it is typical for their sleep routines to change as they grow.
Safe Sleep Policy (C2.21)
All infants will be placed to sleep on their backs, and must sleep in the cribs. If a child falls asleep in a bouncer or swing, they will promptly be moved to a crib, any babies who come in sleeping in a car seat will also be moved to a crib. More information on the importance of safe sleep practices can be found on the following page.

Transitioning out of our program (C2.27)
At the end of summer semester we invite families to an Open House and Goodbye Bash, during this celebration we invite new families to explore our center and meet the teachers, while current families have an opportunity to say goodbye. This allows kids moving up to Kindergarten, or those leaving our program prior to that, to say goodbye to their friends and teachers, and gives the children still enrolled in our program an opportunity to say goodbye to friends who are leaving.
Children who are leaving prior to the typical Kindergarten transition are expected to communicate with the office (a minimum of two weeks notice is required) so that teachers can conduct a farewell parent teacher conference along with any other goodbye routines that they have established for their respective classrooms.

Safe Sleep Practices (C2.21)

Child Care Licensing: Safe Sleep

Purpose (C2.21) When an infant is put to sleep on their back in equipment designed for sleep, their risk of dying from SIDS drops drastically. Infants placed on their stomachs are thirteen times more likely to die of SIDS than children placed on their back. Children put in car seats, bouncers, or swings to sleep are at risk of asphyxia or strangulation.

By the Numbers
1 SIDS is the leading cause of death in infants between 1 month and 1 year of age 3,500 There are approximately this many sleep-related deaths in the US each year. 1 to 4 months when an infant is at the greatest risk for SIDS 90% of SIDS deaths occur before a baby reaches 6 months. x13 how much the risk increases when an infant is placed to sleep on their stomach.

Car Seat Safety (C2.21)
When an infant is put to sleep on their back in equipment designed for sleep, their risk of dying from SIDS drops drastically. Infants placed on their stomachs are thirteen times more likely to die of SIDS than children placed on their back. Children put in car seats, bouncers, or swings to sleep are at risk of asphyxia or strangulation.

Unexpected Infant Death
43% SIDS
32% Unknown
25% Accidental
In 2015 the CDC reported SIDS (43%) is the highest cause of sudden unexpected infant death, followed by unknown causes (32%), and accidental suffocation and strangulation (25%)
CDC/NCHS, National Vital Statistics System, Mortality File

Baby’s Anatomy (C2.21)
Back sleeping does not increase the risk of choking. In fact, babies may be better able to clear fluids when they are on their backs, possibly because of anatomy. When a baby is in the back sleeping position, the trachea lies on top of the esophagus. Anything regurgitated or refluxed from the esophagus must work against gravity to be aspirated into the trachea. When a baby is in the stomach sleeping position, anything regurgitated or refluxed will pool at the opening of the trachea, making it easier for the baby to aspirate or choke.
Safe to Sleep® campaign, Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development

AAP Recommendations (C2.21)
Back to sleep for every sleep.
Use a firm sleep surface. A crib, portable crib, or play yard that meets the safety standards of CPSC is recommended along with a tight fitting mattress.
Babies should never be left to sleep in a car seat.
Keep soft objects, loose bedding, or any objects that could increase the risk of entrapment, suffocation, or strangulation out of the baby's sleep area. This included pillows, blankets, toys, and bumper pads. A swaddled baby must always be placed on their back.
Try giving a pacifier at nap or bedtime. This helps reduce the risk of SIDS, even if it falls out after the baby is asleep.
Be sure the temperature in the room is comfortable. The risk goes up when a room is too warm

Parent - Child Care Communications: Open Door: (C2.9)
Parents and families are an integral part of the program. Parents are encouraged to be as involved as possible in their child’s care and education. Parents are welcome at any time in the center and the staff hopes parents feel free to visit and participate often. This opportunity will enlighten parents as to the kind of quality care their child experiences. At drop off and pick up, please take a few minutes to communicate with teachers about your child’s day, but note that teachers must attend to the class so they may be brief. Please note that if you child is struggling with separation from you we may ask you to temporarily suspend your visits until they have adjusted to the classroom setting.
We invite parents to share talents, professions, hobbies, cultures etc. with their child’s class. Please talk to the teacher if you would like to be more involved in your child’s class.
Parent Conferences (C2.11)(C6.1)
As a parent you are the primary educator of your child. Parent Conferences are held twice a year or more to set and reevaluate goals for the children. It is expected that parents attend these parent teacher conferences and orientations to support their child’s growth and help our teachers to better assist in reaching goals.
Parents are encouraged to ask for a conference whenever a problem or concern should occur. It is important that parents and staff discuss their views on child rearing to minimize potential conflicts and confusion for children. (C6.1)
Other forms of communication
Parent boards are located in each check-in area with current information. Each board contains important information about licensing, illness reports, resource information, information about developmental screenings, use of BPA plastics, menus, WIC, food programing info and more.
Daily Reports, emails, phone calls, information sheets and parent meetings will be offered
Web page - Listed on page two
Newsletters or activity fliers are emailed and posted in the room.
Parent resource center near each office
Door postings
Procare messages, visible when checking in/out on the computers.

Child Abuse and Neglect Identification and Reporting Requirements (C2.3)

Parent Rights, Responsibilities & Critical Information:
Parents have the right to know they are welcome to communicate with the classroom teachers during hours of their child’s attendance, but it is important to note that primary responsibility of the teachers is to ensure the proper care of the children under their supervision.
Parent Engagement Activities will be scheduled throughout the year and we encourage families to attend as often as they possibly can. It is an opportunity to see what we do, have fun together as a family, get to know the teachers, other children and their families.
Parents have the right to be assured their children will be offered healthy food at least every 3 hours, and parents will have access to their children throughout the day. Parents have the right and are encouraged to participate in Parent Engagement Activities, and contribute to the daily learning of their child. Our center upholds all of the licensing standards and strive for our accreditation standards continuously.
Parents are the primary educators of their children. As the primary educators, parents need to be involved in their child’s education by participating in Parent Teacher Conferences, volunteering in the classroom or at activities whenever possible, sharing ideas and suggestions with staff, answering surveys, and communicating with teachers as needed.
Parents are expected to provide up to date immunization records, and an Annual Health History Form as well as an Income Eligibility Form for the federal food program. Parents have the responsibility to inform us of any health changes, changes in dietary restrictions and allergies immediately.
Parents are welcomed and invited to share their talents, traditions, occupations, and passions with the child care center in any way that would be beneficial to the children, parents or staff. We welcome volunteering and if you have questions or suggestions about a volunteering opportunity please talk to your child’s teacher or the office staff.
Donations of materials are also welcomed and may be requested for special occasions. Donations are always voluntary and no one should feel obligated to donate.
In accordance with Utah state code, if there is suspicion of child abuse or neglect, it is required by law that it is reported to the proper authorities. The Utah state hotline for reporting child abuse or neglect is 855-323-3237. (C2.3)
If a parent is requesting that another parent not have rights to their child, it is required that the parent provide a current copy of the court order that has been signed by a judge stating what the other parent’s rights are. Otherwise we will not deny the other parent of their rights.
Parents will be given opportunities to provide feedback to our center annually, and are encouraged to let us know what is working and how we can improve.
Parent teacher conferences will be held each semester to set goals and review your child’s interests, developmental milestones, strengths, concerns and progress.

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