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Partners In Education: A Handbook for Families and Team Members
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Call today to see how Mini University's BACKUP CARE can meet your needs!
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Parent's Night Out
Parents Night Out is evening care for children so parents may enjoy an adult evening out while their children are provided quality care. The hours are generally 6:00 p.m. to midnight on a Friday or Saturday evening each month, and an additional fee is charged for this program. Children are divided according to age and have an opportunity to play in a safe environment with teachers they often see during the day. A typical schedule includes: outdoor play during daylight, a light meal, activities, computers and games, and a 'G' rated movie for the older children.
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As a Parent,
Please Feel Free To: | > | | Take time each day to talk with your child's teacher. | | > | | Join us for breakfast, lunch or afternoon snack. (Please let us know in the morning.) | | > | | Visit the center anytime. All parents have unlimited access to the center during the hours of operation, for the purpose of contacting their child and evaluating the premises and/or program. | | > | | Contact the Education Coordinator or Director for any assistance. | | > | | Schedule a conference with the teacher to discuss your child's developmental progress or any concerns. (A conference may also be scheduled with the Education Coordinator or the Director.) |
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Parenting Information and NAEYC Brochures
Informational brochures are available to parents. Different materials are highlighted each month and are located near the front office of each center. The brochures' subjects include literacy, the importance of play and many other areas of interest to parents of young children. Developmental information on the unique stages of infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school agers is always available. Please take advantage of this benefit provided to you by Mini University and NAEYC.
Conferences & Developmental Documentation
Conferences are held two-three times a year; however, we encourage daily
dialogue with your child's teachers. Communication with parents is an
essential part of each day in a Mini University center and it is important
to our accreditation process.
During the more formal conferences, time is allotted for the teacher to
be out of the room to talk with parents without the distractions of other
activity. (We believe it is important not to talk about
children in front of them, therefore, the children remain in the classroom.)
Conferences are also a good opportunity to get to know one another and
to review your child's development and growth charts. They are also used
to discuss any concerns parents and teachers may have. Parents are encouraged
to ask for a conference any other time of the year if they have any concerns
that can not be addressed in the classroom.
Parents and Teachers Working Together
Mini University believes guiding children's behavior is a shared responsibility between parents, extended family members and teachers. When children's behavior is deemed disruptive to the learning environment, parents will be notified and a plan to eliminate the negative behavior will be established. If the child's behavior continues to cause a disruption, a possible reduction in schedule or termination of enrollment will occur. We are counting on parents to provide the support necessary for teachers to create an optimum learning environment for all children.
Any teacher needing assistance with any problems should seek that assistance from the Education Coordinator or the Director at any time. Parents, administrators, and teachers working together to help children learn appropriate ways of behaving are the key to success.
Violence in the public schools has received a lot of attention lately but it is not a new problem. Many of these problems begin with bullying and teasing and escalate to violent aggressive behavior. Bullying is when a stronger, more powerful person hurts or frightens a smaller or weaker person deliberately and repeatedly. Bullying affects everyone in the classroom. Young victims get hurt and the people around them get distracted, intimidated, and upset. Bullying prevents children from feeling safe.
Mini University is committed to stopping bullying, teasing, and aggressive behavior. The first step is creating a positive environment where everyone feels safe, accepted, and valued. Many of the ideas that we use come from the book, The Bully-Free Classroom by Allan L. Beane, Ph.D. We take violence and aggressive behavior very seriously. We like to work proactively, preventing issues and problems, but that is not always possible. We request that if your child is having any difficulties with other children and they talk to you about it at home, please let us know as soon as possible so we can address the situation before it escalates.
It is our goal to create a safe and enjoyable environment for all children. With your help we can accomplish this goal.
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