At Future Generation, we take pride in our long-standing commitment to meeting the individual needs of every child in our care. We partner with families whose children may require additional support and, when appropriate, make referrals to outside specialists. These may include, but are not limited to, early intervention services, speech therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and other support providers. Our team will also participate in Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings as appropriate to help ensure the best outcomes for each child.
Future Generation makes reasonable accommodations to our policies, practices, and procedures in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. However, we are not required by law to make fundamental changes that would alter the nature of our program or services for a child exhibiting dangerous or severely disruptive behavior, developmental delays, or disabilities as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
We welcome outside service providers and therapists into our program to support individual children when:
- The need for services is communicated to the center in advance.
- The provider holds the necessary clearances and background checks required to enter the building.
- The child’s behavioral or therapeutic plan is shared with the center’s administration.
- The provider works collaboratively with Future Generation staff and follows center guidelines.
- The provider’s presence helps mitigate safety risks presented by the child to themselves or others.
If an outside therapist or service provider becomes disruptive to the program or is unable to help reduce dangerous behaviors through appropriate therapeutic interventions, the child may be excluded from the program until a more effective support plan is in place.
Safety Considerations and Temporary Suspensions
Any child who poses a safety threat to themselves or others may be subject to suspension, exclusion, or disenrollment if the behavior cannot be mitigated through reasonable accommodations under applicable federal and state regulations. In certain cases, a temporary suspension (referred to as a "Reset Day") may be necessary to ensure the safety of all children and staff. This pause will provide time for necessary evaluations and the implementation of appropriate support services.
Parental Communication
Future Generation will provide written documentation to parents whenever a child is referred for outside support services due to behavior, developmental concerns, or a suspected disability. Through ongoing communication—including formal and informal conferences, incident/accident reports, and written correspondence—Future Generation will keep parents informed of:
The child’s behaviors that pose a danger to themselves or others.
The steps the center has taken to accommodate the child.
Notification if the child cannot return until appropriate support services are in place.
Causes for Immediate Expulsion
- Immediate expulsion from the program may occur in the following cases:
- The child presents an immediate risk of causing serious injury to themselves or others.
A parent violates the center’s Parent Code of Conduct.
Causes That May Lead to Expulsion After a Suspension or Temporary Removal
- Uncontrollable tantrums or dangerous outbursts.
- Ongoing physical or verbal abuse of employees or other children.
- Excessive biting.
Protection Against Retaliatory Expulsion
A child will not be expelled from the program for the following reasons:
- The parent has made a complaint to the licensing agency.
- The parent has reported suspected abuse or neglect occurring at the center.