STATEMENT:

The children's Depot, Inc. is a Christian Child Care facility. We have no religious affiliations, but are dedicated to teaching the biblical, moral values God has purposed for success in our individual lives.

We have an outstanding Character Training Program in which the children are taught positive character traits throughout the year and are expected to develop these character traits within their own personalities through the learning process. Character Training is truly the most important aspect of an individual's life.

Our Educational Program is made up of several highly esteemed "multi-sensory" enrichment programs. The children learn through experiences involved in mastery areas such as: communication, comprehension, cognitive development, phonics, writing, art & science. Our program is designed to take advantage of the many ways children learn. Through teacher activated lessons, reinforced worksheets, songs, games and positive affirmation children experience that learning is a fun process which makes for the best possible educational foundation.

The CHILDREN'S Depot is an equal opportunity childcare facility. Applications for enrollment are accepted according to availability of classroom space and without regard to race, religion, color, gender or national origin.

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HOURS & DAYS OF OPERATION
This Center is open from 6:30am - 6:00pm, Monday through Friday, twelve months a year except for the following holidays:
New Year's Day
Memorial Day
Independence Day
Labor Day
Thanksgiving Day
The day after Thanksgiving
Christmas Day

ENROLLMENT PROCEDURES
In order for your child to begin classes at this school we will need to have on file the first day your child begins:

1. Enrollment/Classroom Placement Form
2. Copy of Shot Records
3. Tuition Agreement
4. AND if there is anything pertaining to a court order regarding specific care of the child, then we will need a copy of that order.

PART-TIME STUDENTS
The classroom spaces in this facility are primarily used for full-time students. However, we will try to coordinate MWF part-time students with T,TH part-time students to make 1 full -time spot. The parent of the part-time student must understand that if at a later date a full-time student wants to enroll in that class and you are a part-time student with no other child filling the other days that your child is not at school, you will have the first right to go full-time. If you do not switch to full-time that spot will be given to the incoming full-time child. Part-time students are required to pay each curriculum fee when due. And part-time students do not have any vacation/sick time allowance.


FULL_TIME STUDENTS
Full-time students have three (3) weeks of vacation/sick time allowance at HALF THE REGULAR WEEKLY TUITION. The child must be absent from the Center for three (3) consecutive days. Holidays do not count as one of the days. This vacation/sick time is given each year beginning January - December. Vacation/Sick time is prorated according to your enrollment date. Once these 3 weeks have been used, full tuition will be due each week whether the child is in attendance or not. The tuition payment is a guarantee of your child's place of enrollment at the center. This does not count for Schoolers during the summer.

TUITION PAYMENTS
Upon enrollment you will choose which payment schedule best fits your ability to pay on time. Your options are: Weekly, Semi-Monthly and Monthly. If at some time in the future you need to change this, please let the front office know so that they can update the information on the computer.

Weekly Payments - are due on Monday and are considered LATE by Wednesday afternoon.

Semi-Monthly Payments - are due in advance on the 1st and 15th of each month. They are considered LATE in the afternoon of the 3rd and 17th.

Monthly Payments - are due in advance on the 1st of each month and is considered late by the afternoon of the 3rd.

A $10.00 late charge will be added to your balance after these dates, unless prior arrangements have been made with the Administrative Director.

This Center has a "NO PAY - NO STAY" Policy. If your account becomes more than two weeks overdue you will receive a termination notice and your child will not be able to return to school until the balance has been paid in full.

We accept Cash, Checks, Company Reimbursement Checks, AND Credit Cards (VISA & MASTER CARD). There is a $3 fee when using Credit or Debit Cards.

"Timely tuition payments guarantee your child's place of enrollment."NSF CHECKS
If we receive a bad check back from our bank, there will be a $25.00 return check charge. This fee along with the amount of the check will be due in Cash, Money Order or Cashiers Check no later than 5 days after receipt of the returned check.

CURRICULUM FEES
Our center uses various resources for promoting the high quality of education that your child deserves. These curriculum fees are used to help offset the high costs of workbooks, Art & Science supplies and manipulative used in teaching.

Due on August 15th, January 1st, and June 1st for all children

LATE PICK-UP FEE
If a child is picked up after the 6:00pm closing time, a fee of $5.00 per child for every 15 minutes, or any part thereof will be assessed. This fee is due promptly at the time the child is picked up.

HOLIDAY PAY
When the Center is closed for a scheduled Holiday, regular tuition payment is still due. Holidays are not considered vacation/sick time.

ILLNESS
If your child becomes ill while at the Center, you will be notified to make arrangements for your child to be picked up immediately. Your child will not be allowed to return to school until they have been free from all symptoms listed below for 24 hours or with a doctor's notice. Please do not mask a fever by giving Tylenol or other fever reducers in the morning and thinking they will be OK.

Your child cannot attend the Center if they have the following:

Fever, persistent cough, wheezing, green nasal discharge, vomiting, diarrhea, crusted eyes, or any other symptoms of a communicable disease.

Communicable Diseases are:

Chicken Pox, Measles, German Measles, Infectious Hepatitis, Mumps, Whooping Cough, Tuberculosis, Common Cold, Strep Infection, Scarlet Fever, Diphtheria, Meningitis, Pink Eye.

Such Skin Diseases as:

Impetigo, Ringworm, Head or Body Lice, Scabies, Poison Oak/Ivy or Athletes Foot.

If your child attends public school and is sent home because of illness or is too sick to go to public school, we cannot accept your child either until they are allowed back to public school.

Please respect our policy set forth in your parent handbook, and do not bring your child back until they are well. If they do not have fever for 24 hours, would be a good gage to go by. We do this to protect the other children in our center. If your child is well, you would not appreciate another parent sending their child sick.

MEDICATION
This Center will administer medications at 11:00 and 3:00 only. The medication register must be signed in by the parents at the beginning of each week.

Prescription Medications - must be in original container and labeled with the child's name, date, directions and physician's name. The Center will only administer the medicine as stated on the label and only to the person stated on the label. The office cannot dispense medication after the expiration date.

Non-Prescription Medications - must be in original container and have the child's name written on it. The medicine can only be given according to the age and dosage prescribed on the label, unless we have a written authorization from a physician.

AUTHORIZED CHILD PICK-UP
Other people besides yourself and your spouse may be allowed to pick up your child if they have been listed on the enrollment form. Please contact the office to notify them of this pick-up change when it is needed. We will never, under any circumstances release a child without prior approval from the parent.

DISCIPLINE
This Center will demand acceptable behavior from each child according to their age development. At times your assistance may be required in getting your child to respond with positive behavior while at the school. In all circumstances we will ask that the child behave in behavior that is conducive to their learning experience.

This Center does reserve the right to ask that a child be dropped from the school if unacceptable behavior persists.

LUNCH AND SNACKS
Food provided by the Center is nutritious and served in a variety of menus. Each serving is the adequate amount to ensure proper growth and development. Our daily menu meets at least 1/2 of the child's daily nutritional requirements. A copy of the menu will always be posted in the Monthly Parent Letter and on this web site.

Breakfast is not served at this Center. We prefer that the parents spend breakfast with their child because it starts each day with your greatest priority (quality time with your child). We will serve the morning breakfast snack at 7:00-8:00am, lunch at 11:00am and the afternoon snack is served at 3:00-3:30pm.

If your child has allergies to any foods, please be sure that the office and their teachers are aware of this.

BIRTHDAYS
We love to celebrate your child's birthday! If you would like to send a cake, cup cakes or treat bags for your child's class, please check with the office for the specific number of children that would be participating. Parents are always welcome during this party time. These are special moments in your child's life.

TOILET TRAINING
When you begin toilet training at home (approximate ages between 2-3) we will be happy to assist you here at the center. During this time, please bring many changes of clothes, underpants, and socks for your child.

BACKPACK SYSTEM
Ages from 2-5, we ask that your child carry their personal belongings in a backpack with their name clearly marked on the outside. Having an extra change of clothing is required for minor accidents that sometimes occur. Having their own clothing makes for a less embarrassing time. This backpack can stay at the school hanging on their hook in the locker area. We will send the backpack home twice a year for updated clothing.

Please do not allow your child to bring any toys, candy, gum or any other significant items. We cannot be responsible for missing items.

PARENT'S NIGHT
Parent participation is highly requested at the various meetings this Center will have. At these events we are hoping that you will be involved in your child's school experience, meet other parents and be committed to furthering your knowledge of childhood education.

CONFERENCES
You are free to request a conference at any time during the year to discuss your child's progress or behavior. Sometimes it may be necessary for the office to talk with you about your child. We will contact you to set u0p a time that is convenient for both yourself and the Center.