Family Handbook 2018-2019

21 Please note that children may not attend school without current, up-to-date forms . Hand Hygiene Policy Each classroom is equipped with soap, water and an instant hand sanitizer dispenser. Please be sure to wash your hands, as well as your child’s upon entering the classroom. Also remember to wash your hands prior to and after snack preparation. The following hand washing procedures are used throughout our program: 1. Use warm water 2. Wet hands 3. Apply liquid soap and wash thoroughly at least 20 seconds (back of hands, in between fingers, nail beds 4. Rinse well 5. Dry with paper towel 6. Use paper towel to turn off water 7. Discard paper towel in hand’s free trash receptacle Health Assessments/Immunization/Medical Forms Prior to the child’s first day of school, parents of newly enrolled children are required to submit a current health assessment of the child, including proof of the recommended immunizations. If a child is under-immunized due to a medical condition, supporting documentation must be provided by a licensed health professional. If a child is under-immunized* or non-immunized* due to family beliefs a signed statement indicating that the family has objections to immunization must be provided. Note: If a vaccine-preventable communicable disease to which children are susceptible occurs in the Family Center Preschool and/or Infant and Toddler Program, under-immunized and non-immunized children may be promptly excluded from the Family Center Preschool and Infant and Toddler Program to prevent contracting and/or spreading disease. All parents must insure that medical forms remain current throughout the school year. Children without current medical forms will NOT be allowed to attend school. *Under-immunized or non-immunized refers to a child who has not received the recommended number or types of vaccines for his or her age, according to the current national and local immunization schedules. Holiday Celebrations The Family Center Early Learning Programs are non-sectarian learning environments that recognize the spirit of the holidays at various times during the year. The center curriculum offers multifaceted opportunities for children to experience the multi-cultural diversity of our community. Decorations, songs, and the holiday flavor will be demonstrated throughout the school year and will reflect a variety of traditions. The many holidays which occur throughout the school year present a wonderful learning opportunity for our children. Note: MSC’s meal/snack/nutrition policy applies to holiday celebrations.