The Three R’s Plus



PARENT HANDBOOK

2020-2021

Parent Handbook of School Policies

This handbook will help inform you of school schedules, policies, and procedures. Please keep this for future reference. Please read the book carefully as you need to sign and return the agreement form. If you have any questions, ideas, or suggestions, please feel free to discuss them with the director.

The Three R’s Plus is a private Montessori School located in the Houston Heights. It was established in August 1985 by Diane and Hank Goggan; the Goggan’s continue to maintain ownership. It was designed to meet the needs of the student between the ages of 12 months and 6 years; including Kindergarten.

Students attending the school will be exposed to a method of education which will develop a love of learning, an inner discipline, a reasoning ability through free choice and organized use of the classroom materials, a joy of discovery, and self confidence. Each student develops at his or her own pace according to their own capabilities.

Our goal is to provide the very best care and education for every student enrolled in a loving, caring, orderly environment that is conductive to their optimum growth.

School Hours

Classes meet Monday through Friday, twelve months a year.

• Half day hours are from 8:00 a.m.-12:30p.m.

• Full day hours are from 7:00am-6:00 p.m. all days the school is open.

We ask you to be prompt in delivering and picking up your student so as to respect the school schedule. Parents are not permitted to enter the facility without expressed consent by the director.

Drop Off Protocols:

Parents should drop off using the black side gate on 15th Street between Herkimer and Blair St. RING the doorbell to alert a staff member you have arrived. Enter the gate and check in on the porch. Only one family is allowed on the porch at a time. Please maintain social distancing when entering/exiting or waiting.

A staff member will take your child(ren)’s temperature as well as the adult at drop off. Parents should sign in and record their child’s temperature. Located near the sign in sheets, there is a notebook for parents to record any special notes. This book is read every day and may be used to let the teacher know any special needs you may have, or if someone other than you will be picking up your student.

Please remember the teacher’s priority is to care for and attend the needs of the students. If you need assistance or information during the day from the teacher please contact them via Bloomz. If an item is urgent, please call the office.

If your student is not here by 10:30 a.m. your student may not attend that day. The only exceptions are medical appointments; please bring a doctor’s note with you.

Please be respectful of our school schedule, as well as your child(ren)s needs for a schedule and routine. Please note that if your student is picked up for a midday appointment they will not be allowed to return during the hours of 12:45 – 3:45 p.m. If you need drop in care or babysitting we are not the program for your family.

Suggestions for a successful drop off:

• Let your student walk rather than be carried.

• Have the student help by carrying his/her bag.

• A smile and a positive attitude help the morning arrival.

• Remind your student you will pick them up and wish them a happy day.

• Hug and allow your student to walk with the staff member to go wash hands.

Pick up Protocol:

If you are picking up BEFORE 3:30 p.m., please use the same black gate on 15th Street as you do for drop off. RING the doorbell to alert a staff member you have arrived. Enter and wait on porch.

If you are picking up AFTER 3:30 p.m., please use the back door on Blair St. RING the doorbell so we know you are here. Please be patient with us as we gather your student, their bag and walk to the back door.

A staff member will take the child(ren)’s temperature and the adults. Please be sure to sign out. Parents may NOT step off the black floor mat. If your student is refusing to leave, a simple, “it’s time to go now” in a firm confident voice will help reinforce that message. Our staff will get your student to the black floor mat.

If someone other than a parent is picking up, we must have written notification.

If we have never met the pickup person parents must give written and verbal information to a staff member. That pick up person will be required to show us proof with a picture ID. If these requirements are not met, the student will not be released and parents will be called.

Please share these policies with any family member, friend or nanny who will be dropping off or picking up your child.

Tuition 2020 – 2021

| |5 Days |Toddler & Primary| |Wee Bits |

| |Full Day (7 AM – 6 PM) |1,250 | |1,350 |

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| |Half Day (8 AM – 12:30 PM) |1,100 | |1,150 |

| |4 Days |Toddler & Primary| |Wee Bits |

| |Full Day (7 AM – 6 PM) |1,000 | |1,100 |

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| |Half Day (8 AM – 12:30 PM) |950 | |1,000 |

Notes:

1. Tuition is due by the 5th of each month unless other arrangements are made with the director. A late fee of $20.00 each week will be added to your tuition if not paid on or before the 5th of each month.

2. Staffing and other operational cost are incurred on the basis of enrollment, therefore these cost are not eliminated when a student is temporarily absent. There will be no adjustments to the fixed monthly tuition if your student is absent, ill, on vacation, or the like.

3. If you choose to withdraw for a period of time but would like to return, ex/ summer, $500 will be due each month to hold your student's spot for his/her return. The only exception to this is for parents who work at school.

4. If you choose to leave the school for any reason (e.g. vacation, out sick, etc.) except aging out/graduating, the full month tuition will be due. Only students who age out/ graduate will receive a prorated month for tuition.

5. If we are closed due to COVID-19 or other illness or natural disasters, refunds are considered on a case by case basis, but are unlikely to be provided.

6. New students will receive a prorated tuition for the month based on start date.

7. There is a 30.00 fee for checks returned non-sufficient funds (NSF). After one returned check, payment must be made by money order, cashier's check or cash.

8. Annual supply fee: $400. This is school calendar year, September 1-August 31. Supply fee will be due by August 31, 2020 for the 20-2021 school year.

9. Siblings, 10% off the second student's tuition and 15% off the third student's tuition. Each student will be required to pay the full supply fee.

Late Pick Up Fee: We ask that parents promptly pick up their student by the assigned time. We understand that emergencies happen, but that doesn’t change our late fee policy.

Late Fee Pricing:

$20 for the first 10 minutes

$2 per minute thereafter

• For half day students, your child must be picked up by 12:30 p.m.

• For full day students, your child must be picked up by 6 p.m.

If any family receives three offenses within the calendar year (January – December) the late fees will double for every subsequent offense and your family will be put on probation for a period of one month. If you continue to have late picks ups during that month, your family may be asked to leave.

Late Fee Pricing after Three Offenses:

• $40 for the first 10 minutes

• $4 per minute thereafter

This fee MUST be paid within 24 hours in cash ONLY. Please drop off with a staff member the following day at drop off.

We appreciate when you call ahead when you are running late. However, you will still incur a late fee no matter the circumstances.

Clothing

In addition to being comfortable and appropriate for the weather, the student’s clothing should be easy for the student to manage by himself/herself. It should be completely washable. During the course of a day, various spills can occur. All students must have a change of clothes in a ziplock bag. Every item should be labeled. Please remember to check his/her cubby every change of season. It is very hot in April when all you have is a sweater!

Students who wear dresses MUST wear “biker shorts” or leggings underneath; underwear should not be visible while playing or sitting. This is VERY important as we sit on circle and play outside.

Shoes need to be rubber soled and closed toe. We do not allow students to wear open toe sandals or flip flops at school. These shoes present a hazard to the students when on the playground, as they have slippery soles and tend not to stay on well. Water shoes are required for water play days.

Peanut Free Campus: Our entire campus is PEANUT free. You may not bring any product that has peanuts in it, including but not limited to peanut butter, snack mixes with peanuts, or baked items with peanuts.

If a product was produced in a factory and the label says it is peanut free, but was produced in a facility that also produces products with peanuts it is allowed.

Snacks

Parents provide their student’s a.m. and p.m. snacks. All utensils necessary must be included. Please label all containers and bags. Please pack a healthy snack for your student. Fruit, veggies, yogurt and protein. No cookies, cakes or chips.

Lunch

Your student needs to bring a lunch and a beverage each day. Please send a well balanced meal. We encourage the students to eat protein and a veggie/fruit before any “junk” foods. Candy is not allowed and will be sent home. Please do not send “dessert” items for your student at lunch.

Please be sure to include a placemat, a napkin, and any utensils he/she may need each day. Students should be able to open their own lunchbox and unpack. We want them to be as independent as possible at lunch. Please label your student’s lunchbox and food.

If you send a re-usable placement, please wash the placemat daily.

Any items that are not labeled will be placed in the lost and found, this is located at the check in cart.

Alternatively, we offer a hot lunch program through a third party catering vendor, The Simply Fresh Kitchen.

Please visit its website to learn more about the company. Each meal includes a protein, starch, vegetable and fruit. Your choice of milk or water.

How to order:

• Go online to

• Create an account

• Scroll down and click “order now”

• Locate 3 R’s Plus Montessori School and click on our school.

o Please note, there is a separate STAFF menu, do NOT order off that menu.

• Fill in Student Name

• Select Student classroom

• Select the days you wish to purchase lunch

• Enter payment information

Orders are due for the ENTIRE MONTH by the 25th of each month. So, for example when ordering for May meals, orders are due by April 25.

If you have any issues with ordering or creating an online account please email info@ or call (346) 571-7971.

Our staff is NOT able to answer questions about the vendor. We are simply distributing the food when it drops.

Leftovers: If you want your student’s hot lunch leftovers sent home, please send their lunchbox, including an icepack and a gallon size baggie. Your student will insert their tray into the baggie, put it into the lunch box and then at the end of the day you will take it home.

If you do NOT want any leftovers, send nothing for lunch you only need to send your student’s placemat.

Out sick: If your student is out sick and it’s a day you ordered hot lunch. We will put that meal in our fridge for 24 hours. You are welcome to come pick it up during that time. If it’s not picked up after 24 hours it will be discarded. We will NOT be able to serve it when your student returns.

Daily Bag

Please send your student’s daily bag, as provided by the school. Please do NOT send a special backpack or bag for your student. The school bag is the size we need for your student’s items. If you need a new bag, please contact Lori in the office.

Water Bottle

Please send a clean, fresh water bottle every day with your student. Water will be offered at snack time, during and after outside play time or when your student is thirsty. If you would like your student to have a non-water beverage at lunch, please pack a separate drink in your student’s lunchbox.

Breastfeeding

Parents have the right to breastfeed or provide breast milk for the students while in care. If you have this need, please talk to the director and she will ensure a private location.

Articles from home

Students are not to bring toys from home to school. Please assure your student that his/her toys are for home and he/she has special “work” at school. Things of interest to the entire class such as books, tapes, pictures, nature items, etc…are allowed and encouraged for “Show and Tell” time. Due to Covid19, we will not be participating in Show & Tell.

If an item shows up at home that may belong to the school, please return it to the director. Many of our materials have very appealing small pieces that fall into pockets from time to time.

Nap time

All students should bring a LABELED standard size crib sheet for “nap/quiet time”. Please make sure your student’s name is easy to see, not small or written on the sheet tag. Students are allowed one blanket, labeled.

Soft music is played, back patting and soothing hugs are done during nap.

Water Activities

During the summer we will have sprinkler and water play days. Details will be provided as summer approaches. Students must wear closed toe water shoes.

Field Trips

We do not have a field trip program. Occasionally, we bring a field trip to the school, such as a mobile museum or puppet show etc.

Animals

The Three R’s Plus Montessori School does not allow animals on the premise. Occasionally we will have a pet gold fish or butterfly and during rodeo season, a petting zoo.

Please do not walk your dog to the school and leave the dog locked up or roaming on the school property.

Discipline and Guidance Policy

The Three R’s Plus Montessori School strives to have a positive atmosphere. No corporal punishment or verbal abuse of any nature is allowed.

The Three R’s Plus Montessori School discipline and guidance policies are those stated in the Minimum Standards rules guide. A copy of the policy was provided in your enrollment packet.

Keeping Students Safe- Student Abuse

*Required information by the Department of Family and Protective Services

Reporting Abuse or Neglect: Texas Law requires caregivers to report suspected student abuse or neglect. All employees of the Three R’s Plus must complete training in student abuse every year. All staff is given a copy of “What you can do about student abuse”. During orientation staff is given training on student abuse policy and procedures. Failure to report suspected abuse or neglect is a crime.

There are four kinds of student abuse physical, emotional, sexual, and neglect.

General Signs of Abuse

Abused students might seem:

• Nervous around adults or afraid of certain adults.

• Reluctant to go home (coming to school early or staying late, for example).

• Very passive and withdrawn or aggressive and disruptive.

• Tired a lot or they might complain of nightmares or not sleeping well.

• Fearful and anxious.

Signs of Neglect

• Missing school a lot.

• Begging for food, stealing food, or stealing money for food.

• Lacking needed medical or dental care.

• Being frequently dirty.

• Using alcohol or other drugs.

• Saying there is no one at home to take care of them.

Signs of Physical Abuse

• Unexplained burns, bruises, black eyes, or other injuries.

• Apparent fear of a parent or caretaker.

• Faded bruises or healing injuries after missing school.

Signs of Sexual Abuse

• Difficulty walking or sitting, or other indications of injury in the genital area.

• Sexual knowledge or behavior beyond what is normal for the student's age.

• Running away from home.

Signs of Emotional Abuse

• Acting overly mature or immature for the student's age.

• Extreme changes in behavior.

• Delays in physical or emotional development.

• Attempted suicide.

• Lack of emotional attachment to the parent.

Action Plans

Students are the future of our communities, and their growth and development affect us all. It's up to us as a community to make a difference in our children’s lives. It's up to all of us to keep students safe from abuse and neglect. We can do this as individuals and together as a community. Sometimes it's as simple as conversing every day.

Seeing an out-of-control adult mistreat a student is very disturbing. Fortunately, there are things you can do to help.

• Talk to the adult to take their attention off the child. Say things like:

o My child upsets me too, sometimes.

o Your child has beautiful eyes.

o Children can wear you out, can't they? Is there anything I can do to help?

• Distract the child, if misbehaving, by talking to the child.

• Look for chances to praise the parent or student.

• Help a child who is in danger. For example, if the child is left unattended in a grocery cart, stay with the child until the parent returns.

• Avoid saying anything critical or giving negative looks because that is likely to increase the parent's anger and could make matters worse.

You can become a leader in your community by promoting student abuse prevention – particularly during April, which is Student Abuse Prevention Month.

1. One way we can help is to volunteer. Here are a few of the organizations that accept volunteers.

Parents of a student who is a victim of abuse or neglect may also contact these agencies for help or assistance.

• Student’s Advocacy Centers of Texas, Inc

• Texas Council of Student Welfare Boards

• Volunteer Centers

• Student’s Organizations

2. Building a Strong Community

• Get to know your neighbors.

• Develop friendly relationships with your neighbors and their students and grandchildren.

• Make your neighborhood your extended family. People feel better and safer when support is nearby.

3. Help out a family under stress.

• Offer to babysit, help with chores, or run errands.

• Suggest resources in the community such as faith community leaders, doctors, and teachers.

Two ways to report abuse

• 1-800-252-5400

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Gang-Free Zone

Under the Texas Penal Code, any area within 1000 feet of a student-care center is a gang-free zone, where criminal offenses related to organized criminal activity are subject to harsher penalty.

Health & Illness Policy

Your student may NOT attend school if they exhibit any of the following:

• Fever, including low grade

• Rash

• Vomit

• Diarrhea

• Eye discharge

• Harsh and/or constant cough

• Yellow or green tinged nasal discharge / upper respiratory congestion

• Lice

• Open blisters caused by diseases such as Hand Foot Mouth

• Known contact with a COVID19 positive person; may return with negative COVID19 test OR an alternative diagnosis or “all clear” from student’s physician.

A student must be symptom free for 72 hours, without the use of a fever reducing medicine, before being readmitted to school.

If your student is sent home for any illness, he/she must stay home for the following 72 hours (3 days).

A fever could be considered any body temperature above the normal 98.6 F (37 C), medically, a person is not considered to have a significant fever until the temperature is above 100.4 F (38.0 C).

If your student has an abnormal temperature (anything between 99.1 – 100.0) and/or is illustrating abnormal activity – nasal discharge, fatigue, lack of appetite, fussy, eye rubbing etc. we will call you to pick up your student.

Consideration and thought is given to the circumstances before calling parents for pick up. We understand is frustrating to have to take time off work, deal with what might be an active student, be called in the middle of the day for a pick up or be denied entry to school.

If you have any issues with our policies or decisions please do not question our staff, be testy or unkind to them. They hate to deliver bad news just as much as you hate to get it. Our teachers are here to provide a nurturing and academic environment, not babysit students who have green snot running out of their nose. If you need to voice a complaint or issue, please call me, that's my job. If you can't reach me at school, 713-861-4112 please call or text my cell, 832-563-5519.

If your student is not feeling well or shows symptoms of illness, including fever, please do not send him/her to school. A student who is ill is more comfortable at home and we can keep infection of others to a minimum.

Drop Off Screening Details:

At drop off, the adult who drops off and the student(s) will have their temperatures taken.

If a student or adult registers 100.1 or greater the following will happen: Staff member will use alternative thermometer for a second reading. Staff member should call the director for a confirmation of temperatures and plan forward. If both readings are greater than 100.1 the student may not attend school.

If the student or adult registers an abnormal temperature (99.9 or below) the following will happen: Staff member will use alternative thermometer for a second reading. If the temperature still reads abnormal the adult should wait on the mat. Staff member should do a third reading with the ear thermometer. Staff member should call the director for a confirmation of temperature and plan forward.

-If it remains abnormal after hand washing and multiple attempts the student may not attend school.

-If the student registers a normal temperature, the student will be closely monitored during the day including multiple temperature checks.

Consideration will be given to students who have walked to school in the heat or whose baseline temperature is usually higher than normal.

COVID19 Policy:

In the case of a student OR member of the student’s household who was diagnosed with COVID-19, the individual may return to school/work when all three of the following criteria are met:

1. At least 3 days (72 hours) have passed since recovery (resolution of fever without the use of fever-reducing medications);

2. The individual has improvement in respiratory symptoms (e.g., cough, shortness of breath);

3. At least 10 days have passed since symptoms first appeared

In the case of a student OR member of the students household who has symptoms that could be Covid19 and does not get evaluated by a medical professional or tested for Covid19, the individual is assumed to have COVID19, and the student may not return to school until the individual has completed the same three-step criteria listed above; OR:

If the student or member of the household has symptoms that could be COVID19 and wants to return before completing a 14 day self-isolation period, the individual must obtain a medical professional’s note clearing the individual for return based on an alternative diagnosis. For example, an ear infection or strep throat. If the diagnosis is not concrete (ex. Ear infection) a negative COVID19 test will be required.

NO EXCEPTIONS.

We know this may be an inconvenience, but please remember the health of other students, the staff, and the fact that this is a state regulation. Weather permitting; the students play outside every day. If your student is too ill to participate in outdoor play, he/she should remain home. We trust the good judgment of our parents to insure that their student does not attend school with a contagious illness. If your student is absent, please call or message us on Bloomz to let us know the nature of the illness. If your student has a communicable disease, please notify the director so that the other parents may be notified of possible exposure.

When a student becomes ill at school, the student is separated from the group and parents are notified. If a parent cannot be reached, the emergency number on your emergency form will be used. If a student has a major injury at school, parents are immediately notified. In the case of a minor injury, an accident report notice will be clipped to your student’s bag. All reports are in the office. If you have any questions about an accident or report, please contact the person that signed the accident report.

Hearing and Vision

The Special Senses and Communication and Disorders Act, Texas Health and Safety Code, Chapter 36 requires a screening or a professional examination for possible vision and hearing problems for students before entering Pre-K. Vision and hearing screenings are required for all students 4 years and older on September 1. We offer this screening every fall through a local audiologist. If you choose to have your student screened elsewhere, a copy of the test results must be submitted to the director.

Medications

No medications will be distributed without parental permission. It is the parent’s responsibility to sign the medication sheet with the name of the medicine, dosage and times to be administered. Medication must be in the original container labeled with the student’s full name. The directions on the label must be identical to the medication sheet directions.

Expired medicine may not be dispensed. The staff member will sign the sheet by your student’s name at the time of distribution. Medicines requiring refrigeration should be placed on the Medicine Only shelf in the refrigerator. The school does not provide medication of any kind. We only dispense medicine during the lunch hour.

Immunization Requirements

We require all students to be vaccinated. If you are on a delayed schedule please discuss the requirements with the director. Students who are not vaccinated will not be allowed to attend school here.

At the time of publication, no COVID19 vaccine is available. We do not plan to require a COVID19 vaccination in order for a student to attend school.

We STRONGLY recommend that members of the entire household get an annual flu vaccination.

All parents are required to update any information on our enrollment forms, most importantly immunization records. A copy of the vaccination schedule was included in your enrollment packet. If these are any exemption for reasons of conscience a notarized affidavit must by on file. At this time, Harris County is not requiring T.B. testing.

Medical Emergencies

If a student is injured and requires immediate medical attention, 911 will be called first and then the student’s parents. If a student needs to be transported the director will do so. In case of any emergency we will take students to Memorial Hermann Heights Hospital. In case of a gas leak or any other harmful situation that we need to evacuate, we will walk or transport the students to Heights Hospital at 1917 Ashland. For less serious injury we will notify the parents when the student is picked up. An accident report will be in the student’s mail box for the parents to sign and take a copy.

Inclement Weather

The safety of all students and staff members is the first concern of The Three R’s Plus Montessori School when making decisions about closing school.

We typically follow HISD severe and inclement weather closures. Any HISD weather closure announcement made during NON-business hours, 6 p.m. – 7 a.m., we will automatically close as well.

For school closures made DURING business hours, 7 a.m. – 6 p.m. we will notify parents via Bloomz about our plans for closing.

Please keep in mind that while most of our families live nearby, our staff do not usually live in the neighborhood and typically have a commute involving multiple freeways or back roads.

Please check Bloomz when in doubt regarding a weather related closure. Additionally, please consider checking or following HISD on Twitter. It’s the quickest way to find out if they close due to weather.

Emergency Preparedness Plan

In the event of an emergency, operating procedures are in place to ensure the safety of students.

• Evacuation Plans:

o All employees are responsible for moving students to the designated safe area

o Emergency evacuation & relocation diagrams are located in areas specified by DFPS & local authorities

o In some circumstances, parents will be called upon to pick up their students. As needed, the local authorities will be called to aid in the transportation of the students to an alternate shelter away from the center.

• Alternate shelter:

Heights Hospital

1917 Ashland at 20th

Houston, TX 77008

713-861-6161

• Upon departure and arrival, the director or alternate assistant will have a list of all students that must be accounted for. Together, the director or alternate assistant and the caregivers will verify that all students are present.

• The director or alternate assistant is responsible for calling the local authorities needed such as: Fire department, ambulance, local police or sheriff, poison control, and DFPS student care licensing.

• The director or alternate assistant is responsible for securing students emergency numbers, emergency medical authorizations, and attendance sheets during an emergency.

Communication with Parents

We use the Bloomz app for photo sharing, messages to teachers etc. Please contact the director to get your code to join your student’s classroom. Participation on this app is a requirement for both parents.

• Monthly message: This message is distributed via Bloomz typically the last week of each month. This contains important information including our monthly units, important notices as well as a look ahead at important dates.

• Teacher / Parent Conferences: Happen twice a year, typically in October and May. If you would like to discuss a specific issue please contact your child’s teacher to schedule a time to talk.

• Parent night: We encourage you to attend. Unless otherwise indicated, students should not attend parent meetings.

The Three R’s Plus will notify parents in writing of any changes to its operational policies and enrollment agreement. Parents must sign and date the updated information.

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Parent Visits

Our campus will remain a closed campus; meaning parents will not be allowed inside the building. Observation unnoticed by the students may be done. Please check with the director as to how this is done.

The rules are established for your student’s safety and to create a safe, secure, and stimulating environment for learning. There are parent volunteer opportunities on campus. Please watch for those opportunities in our newsletter.

Special Events

• Celebration of Life: We love to celebrate your student’s birthday with you and your family! Please coordinate details with your student’s teacher. Many parents provide special snack and post the food item and the date they are bringing in snack on Bloomz. We can include you via zoom for this celebration or send you video and photos afterwards.

• Spring Fling: During the spring we have a fun-filled day of cool treats, fruit, popcorn, face painting, nail art, water activities and more. We celebrate our end of school a little early so it’s not so hot outside for the students.

• Cultural and special occasions are celebrated here in a variety of ways. Please look for more information as those dates approach. Eg. Halloween, 4th of July etc.

Enrollment Procedures

Parents interested in enrolling their student should fill out the application form to reserve your student’s space. Parents must sign an enrollment agreement that they will abide by all the rules set forth in The Parent Handbook. Parents will be notified in writing of any changes to our policies.

If you choose to withdraw for any reason other than ageing out, 30 day notice is required. The full month’s tuition will be due unless your student is ageing out.

Babysitting is allowed as long as it does not conflict with the staff members schedule on campus. If your circumstances at home change and you need fulltime private care and you invite one of our employees to work in your home you will owe the school three months of full tuition.

School Records

Each parent is required to provide all necessary medical and enrollment information. All student records are kept confidential. Whenever you have a change in any information, please notify us as soon as possible. It is very important to keep your student’s records up to date.

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Behavior:

Our program encourages a mutual respect among the staff and the students. Two basic behaviors are forbidden: 1: No students or adult may hurt another in any way. 2: No student or adult may disturb or damage the work of another or the property of the school. The purpose of these rules is to aid in the development of self-respect and respect for others. If a problem arises, the teacher, director, and the parent will discuss the problem and attempt to come up with a remedy.

Please note that sometimes a student will exhibit behavior patterns at school or at home that may cause concern. These are often easily explained and not serious. Occasionally, a behavior may indicate a more serious problem. It is important for your child’s healthy development that such problems are dealt with at the earliest possible moments, whether by coordination between school and home or by professional specialists.

It is not to a child’s benefit to minimize or avoid recognizing problems that are more easily solved while the child is very young. If you observe behavior in your child that you are not comfortable with, please consult with us. We will do the same with you.

If your child is showing considerable behavior issues: biting, hitting, kicking, violent physical outburst, disturbing emotional outburst, inability to be redirected within a reasonable amount of time, excessive disruption to the work cycle or consistently and frequently putting staff or other students in harm’s way we reserve the right to ask you to leave with no warning.

Chain of Concern

When you have a concern, question, or comment, you should consider your student’s teacher as your first resource. They are usually able to talk on the phone between the hours of 1:30 and 3:00. If you have a question or concern which your student’s teacher cannot address or a question about school policies, please contact the director.

Please remember that we love and genuinely care about the students in this school. We desire to provide the safest, happiest, and most stimulating environment you can find. Our “Three R’s” are routine, responsibility, and respect. Ultimately, all these will blend together and allow your student to develop academically, socially, creatively, and personally. Thank you for your confidence in us and for entrusting your child in our care.

Inspection Reports

All parents have the right to review a copy of The Minimum Standards and our most recent licensing inspection report. You may view these in the office. You can reach the local licensing office at 713-940-5200. The abuse hotline number is 1-800-252-5400. The Texas Department of Protective and Regulatory Services may also be reached at dfps.state.tx.us.

*This handbook in no way is able to address all issues or concerns. We will address new items as they come up in the most reasonable and professional way possible ensuring everyone is doing what is best for the student.

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Show your love: Every day, tell your studentren: “I love you. You’re special to me.” Give lots of hugs and kisses.

ALL Clothing, Utensils, Food Items and Nap Sheets, Blankets etc.

MUST be labeled with your student’s name.

Provide order in their lives: Keep a regular schedule of meals, naps, and bedtimes. If you have to change the schedule, tell them about the changes ahead of time.

Praise your studentren: When your studentren learn something new or behave well, tell them you’re proud of them.

Criticize the behavior, not the student: When your student makes a mistake, don’t say, “You were bad.” Instead, explain what the student did wrong.

Be Consistent: Your rules don’t have to be the same ones other parents have, but they do need to be clear and consistent. If multiple family members are helping raise your child, you need to use the same rules. Also, make sure baby sitters and relatives know, and follow, your family rules.

Spend time with your child: Do things together, like reading, walking, playing, and cleaning house. What children want most is your attention. Bad behavior is usually their way of getting your attention.

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