TobaccoFree Environment Attendance Policy

Tobacco use is prohibited at all Pre-K/Head Start & Early Head Start facilities, on vehicles and on the grounds. Tobacco use includes chewing tobacco or snuff. Tobacco is prohibited on field trips, walks with children and other offsite Pre-K/Head Start and Early Head Start activities.

ATTENDANCE POLICY

If your child is unexpectedly absent from school you will receive a text message, email and/or phone call by 9:00 a.m., to check onthe well-being of your child and the reason for the absence. If your child is absent three (3) or more consecutive days, a home visit will be made by staff to offer assistance and aidwith improving regular attendance. We want your child attending the program and learning each day, because success in Head Start/Early Head Start goes hand in hand with good attendance.

OPEN DOOR POLICY

Parents have the right to information regarding their child /children and the right to visit the center at any time. All parents, visitors and volunteers must sign in prior to entering the classrooms. Parents are encouraged to share their concerns, good or bad. If the Center Supervisor is unable to address your concerns, you can report to the Pre-K/Head Start and Early Head Start director or an appointee of the director. Contacts are listed in this handbook.

CLOTHING POLICY

Please try and dress your child in something comfortable and easy to care for. Your child needs to feel free to play and work without fear of soiling his/her clothes. Clothing that is easy for the child to pull up and down is recommended so that your child can learn self-help skills. Dress your child according to the weather. Outdoor activities are planned each day as long as the weather permits. Please send an extra set of clothing to be kept at the center in case of any accidents. Make sure your child’s name is on all clothing, including hats, sweaters, jackets and coats. Open toe sandals can be dangerous, especially on playgrounds.

CONFIDENTIALITY STATEMENT

All forms/information on children and families are considered confidential and are seen only by the appropriate Pre-K/Head Start and Early Head Start Staff. Records are kept in an individual folder inside a file cabinet and no other person shall access unless given written permission by the parent.