***These are updated & new policy changes. All new policies & changes will be highlighted in red

Mona’s Childcare Center, LLC.

CONTRACTUAL CHILD CARE AGREEMENT

FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

• : Parent/ Guardian agree to pay a $100.00 NONREFUNDABLE registration fee per child at time of registration, $150 for two or more children. Parent/Guardian agrees to pay fees for services rendered of: weekly or monthly. Co=Parent fees have already been discussed with you through
• PRIVATE -PAY PARENTS: Payment is due PRIOR to services rendered. All tuition fees are due on Monday for the upcoming week. Any payment paid after Monday 6pm, will not be accepted without late fee of $25 .Any arrangements (paying biweekly, weekly) should be discussed at

DSS Vouchers PARENTS: Your MONTHLY CO-PARENT FEE is due by the 1st of the current month. Payment not made by the 5th of the month will accumulate a $25.00 late fee. Full payment not received by the last day of the month will result in SUSPENSION of services rendered. You have a contractual agreement, with the North Carolina Department of Social Services, to pay the fee provided on your state voucher, failure to do so may result in termination of your voucher.

CHILD'S APPLICATION FOR ENROLLMENT

To be completed, signed, and placed on file in the facility on the first day and updated as changes occur and at least annually

I, as the parent/guardian, authorize the center to obtain medical attention for my child in an emergency.

I, as the operator, do agree to provide transportation to an appropriate medical resource in the event of emergency. In an emergency situation, other children in the facility will be supervised by a responsible adult. I will not administer any drug or any medication without specific instructions from the physician or the child’s parent, guardian, or full-time custodian.

The Parent/ Guardian hereby understand that EACH CHILD must have a health assessment with immunizations record within 2 days of enrollment. Failure to do so may result in suspension of services until proof of health assessment has been received.

Picking up your children beyond the scheduled pick-up time, requires agreement to pay

$1.00/minute, regardless of reason. Which is to be paid at time of late pick up

ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE PROCEDURES

 

• ALL CHILDREN MUST BE ACCOMPIANED BY AN ADULT 18 or older with proper state licenseINSIDE/OUTSIDE THE FACILITY.
• ALL CHILDREN MUST BE SIGNED IN /OUT UPON ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE.
• CHILDREN MUST NEVER BE LEFT UNATTENDED

Emergency Card Information Parents are responsible for making sure that the EMERGENCY CARD information is kept current.

Suggestion Box & Program Evaluation Questionnaire

 

As always I am open to any suggestions or recommendations that you may have to help improve the center . Please feel free to leave in the drop box. This drop box is located in the Parents Corner and is used for payments as well.

• If the center is operating, there will be no refunds given for absences, staff development, or inclement weather conditions. The entire week’s tuition fee is due if your child is an active enrollee. Remember you pay for your childs space. For school-age children, there will be an additional $50 a day (for a drop-in) if your child attends on teachers’ workdays

SCHOOL BREAKS

 

Remember that you will be charge fulltime rates for all breaks.If your child doe does not attend during school breaks tuition will be waive for breaks only (winter, Spring)

The parent/guardian that is financially responsible for the child(ren) account will be responsible for any collection or court fees in the event of any attempt to collect a debt.

**There will be a (1) week of unpaid tuition waived during the months of June -August of your choice if your child doesn’t attend for that week. (vacation after a year of enrollment or only school-age children)

Mona’s Childcare Center, LLC. hereby reserves the right to terminate the care of child(ren) at its discretion with or without notice. However, we will strive to give parents at least a five days’ notice of termination.

WITHDRAWALS

Parent/Guardian hereby agrees to give a TWO WEEKS or 10 business days WRITTEN NOTICE of withdrawal. . If notice is not received by the center, parents will REMAIN responsible for tuition to finish week’s out. DSS vouchers parents must provide a 30 day notice/3 FAILURE TO MAKE

PAYMENTS OR PROVIDE APPROPRIATE WITHDRAWAL NOTICE WILL BE REPORTED TO DSS FOR CHILDCARE SUBSIDY CLIENTS.

 

I’ve permission for my child(ren) to be photographed, or their images recorded for print or electronic use in promoting our childcare services. I understand that it is my responsibility to update this form if I no longer wish to authorize the above uses. I agree that this form will remain in effect during the term ofmy child’s enrollment. I understand that there will be no payment for me or my child’s participation.

Thank you for choosing Mona’s Childcare Center, LLC for your childcareservices. Your signature below indicates that you have received, thoroughly read and understand the following documents listed below. This copy will be placed in your child’s folders. You are welcome to request a copy.

• Updated tuition fees & policies

• Discipline and Behavior Management Policy

• Contractual Agreement

• Photography and Social Media Consent

No child shall be subjected to any form of corporal punishment. Praise and positive reinforcement are effective methods of behavior management of children. When children receive positive, non-violent, and understanding interactions from adults and others, they develop good self-concepts, problem solving abilities, and self-discipline. Based on this belief of how children learn and develop values, this facility will practice the following age and developmentally appropriate discipline and behavior management policy:

WE:

1. DO praise, reward, and encourage the children.

2. DO reason with and set limits for the children.

3. DO model appropriate behavior for the children.

4. DO modify the classroom environment to attempt to prevent problems before they occur.

5. DO listen to the children.

6. DO provide alternatives for inappropriate behavior to the children.

7. DO provide the children with natural and logical consequences of their behaviors.

8. DO treat the children as people and respect their needs, desires, and feelings.

9. DO ignore minor misbehaviors.

10. DO explain things to children on their levels.

11. DO stay consistent in our behavior management program.

12. DO use effective guidance and behavior management techniques that focus on a child’s development.

13. DO use short supervised periods of time-out sparingly.

WE:

1. DO NOT handle children roughly in any way, including shaking, pushing, shoving, pinching, slapping, biting, kicking, or spanking.

2. DO NOT place children in a locked room, closet, or box or leave children alone in a room separated from staff.

3. DO NOT delegate discipline to another child.

4. DO NOT withhold food as punishment or give food as a means of reward.

5. DO NOT discipline for toileting accidents.

6. DO NOT discipline for not sleeping during rest period.

7. DO NOT discipline children by assigning chores that require contact with or use of hazardous materials, such as cleaning bathrooms, floors, or emptying diaper pails.

8. DO NOT withhold or require physical activity, such as running laps and doing push-ups, as punishment.

9. DO NOT yell at, shame, humiliate, frighten, threaten, or bully children.

10. DO NOT restrain children as a form of discipline unless the child’s safety or the safety of others is at risk.

 

The program’s goals for helping children develop self-control and learn acceptable forms of social behavior are:

Children are helped to resolve conflict and develop problem solving skills with peers by:

I ensure myself and the additional caregivers follow the programs discipline and behaviormanagement policies and practices and use behavior management strategies appropriately by:

Local resources that can assist with services and support when persistent challenging behaviorscontinue to occur are:

 

I, the undersigned facility director/operator (or other designated staff member) of Mona's Childcare Center Do hereby state that I have give and discussed the facility's Discipline and Behavior Management Policy with  the child's parent or guardian. 

I, the undersigned parent or guardian do hereby state that I have read and received a copy of the facility's Discipline and Behavior Management Policy and that the facility's director/operator (or other designated staff member) has discussed the facility's Discipline and Behavior Management Policy with me.

Distribution: one copy to parent(s) and a signed copy in child's facility record

CHILD MEDICAL ACTION PLAN

10A NCAC 09 .0801(b) [Centers] and .1721(a)(4) [Family Child Care Homes]

If a child has health care needs that require specialized health services, the child's a health care professional or parent/guardian must complete a medical action plan and attach it to the child’s application. This plan must be updated both annually and anytime there are changes to the child’s health status or treatment plan. It is recommended that parents do not complete or change the plan without guidance from the child’s health care professional. The medical action plan must be attached to the application, included in the facility Read to Go File, and accessible to the staff caring for the child.

Children with asthma, diabetes, seizures, or allergies should have medical action plans specific to those conditions.

 

Complete a Medication Administration Permission Form if medications listed below are to be provided by the child care. Complete page three if child has more than two medications.

Nutrition Opt out Form

 

Child Care Rules .0901(d) and .1706(c) state:

When children bring their own food for meals and snacks to the program, if the food does not meet thenutritional requirements specified in Paragraph (a) of this Rule, the operator must provide the additional foodnecessary to meet those requirements unless the child’s parent or guardian opts out of the supplemental foodprovided by the operator as set forth in G.S. 110-91(2) h.1. A statement acknowledging the parental decisionto opt out of the supplemental food provided by the operator signed by the child’s parent or guardian shall beon file at the facility. Opting out means that the operator will not provide any food or drink so long as the child’sparent or guardian provides all meals, snacks, and drinks scheduled to be served at the program’s designatedtimes. If the child’s parent or guardian has opted out but does not provide all food and drink for the child, theprogram shall provide supplemental food and drink as if the child’s parent or guardian had not opted out ofthe supplemental food program.

 

I plan to provide all meals, snacks and(Parent/Guardian Print Name)drinks for my child and do not want his/her meals, snacks or drinkssupplemented to meet the Meal Patterns for Children in Child Care Programsfrom the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), which are based onthe recommended nutrient intake judged by the National Research Council to beadequate for maintaining good nutrition.Since I opted out, if I do not provide all the meals, snacks or drinks for my child, Iunderstand that the program will provide supplemental food and drink.

Parent Checklist

 

I have received and reviewed the discipline policy

I have received and reviewed the NC child care law

I have received and reviewed the MCC parent information

I understand the tuition policy & the annual registration fee

I understand the Operational policies

I give my permission for my child to be photographed and videotaped by MCC Family

I give my permission for my child to participate in all aquatic activities on and off the premises

I have received and reviewed the tobacco law

We, baby syndrome and abusive head trauma (SBS/AHT) is an important function of keeping children safe, protecting their healthy development, providing quality child care, and educating families.

(name of facility), believe that preventing, recognizing, responding to, and reporting shaken

SBS/AHT is the name given to a form of physical child abuse that occurs when an infant or small child is violently shaken 1 . and/or there is trauma to the head. Shaking may last only a few seconds but can result in severe injury or even death According to North Carolina Child Care Rule (child care centers, 10A NCAC 09 .0608, family child care homes, 10A NCAC 09 .1726), each child care facility licensed to care for children up to five years of age shall develop and adopt a policy to prevent

• Recognizing:
• Children are observed for signs of abusive head trauma including irritability and/or high-pitched crying, difficulty staying awake/lethargy or loss of consciousness, difficulty breathing, inability to lift the head, seizures, lack of appetite, vomiting, bruises, poor feeding/sucking, no smiling or vocalization, inability of the eyes to track and/or decreased muscle tone. Bruises may be found on the upper arms, rib cage, or head resulting from gripping or from hitting the head. Responding to:
• If SBS/ABT is suspected, staff will: oCall 911 immediately upon suspecting SBS/AHT and inform the director. oCall the parents/guardians. oIf the child has stopped breathing, trained staff will begin pediatric CPR. Reporting:
• Instances of suspected child maltreatment in child care are reported to Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) by calling 1-800-859-0829 or by emailing webmasterdcd@dhhs.nc.gov.
• Instances of suspected child maltreatment in the home are reported to the county Department of Social Services. Phone number:

Prevention strategies to assist staff* in coping with a crying, fussing, or distraught child

• Staff first determine if the child has any physical needs such as being hungry, tired, sick, or in need of a diaper change. If no : physical need is identified, staff will attempt one or more of the following strategies
• Rock the child, hold the child close, or walk with the child.
• Stand up, hold the child close, and repeatedly bend knees.
• Sing or talk to the child in a soothing voice.
• Gently rub or stroke the child's back, chest, or tummy.
• Offer a pacifier or try to distract the child with a rattle or toy.
• Take the child for a ride in a stroller.
• Turn on music or white noise.
• Other
• Other In addition, the facility:
• Allows for staff who feel they may lose control to have a short, but relatively immediate break away from the children .
• Provides support when parents/guardians are trying to calm a crying child and encourage parents to take a calming break if needed.
• Other

• Prohibited behaviors Behaviors that are prohibited include (but are not limited to):
• shaking or jerking a child 1

• pushing a child into walls, doors, or furniture

tossing a child into the air or into a crib, chair, or car seat

Strategies to assist staff members understand how to care for infants

• Staff reviews and discusses:
• The five goals and developmental indicators in the 2013 North Carolina Foundations for Early Learning and Development, ncchildcare.nc.gov/PDF_forms/NC_Foundations.pdf
• How to Care for Infants and Toddlers in Groups, the National Center for Infants, Toddlers and Families, www.zerotothree.org/resources/77-how-to-care-for-infants-and-toddlers-in-groups
• Including Relationship-Based Care Practices in Infant-Toddler Care: Implications for Practice and Policy, the Network of Infant/Toddler Researchers, pages 7-9, www.acf.hhs.gov/sites/default/files/opre/nitr_inquire_may_2016_070616_b508compliant.pdf

Strategies to ensure staff members understand the brain development of children up to five years of age

• All staff take training on SBS/AHT within first two weeks of employment. Training includes recognizing, responding to, and reporting child abuse, neglect, or maltreatment as well as the brain development of children up to five years of age. Staff review and discuss:
• Brain Development from Birth video, the National Center for Infants, Toddlers and Families, www.zerotothree.org/resources/156-brain-wonders-nurturing-healthy-brain-development-from-birth
• The Science of Early Childhood Development, Center on the Developing Child, developingchild.harvard.edu/resources/inbrief-science-of-ecd/

List resources such as a staff person designated to provide support or a local county/community resource:

• Parent web resources www.healthychildren.org/English/safety-prevention/at-home/Pages/Abusive
• The American Academy of Pediatrics: Head-Trauma-Shaken-Baby-Syndrome.aspx
• The National Center on Shaken Baby Syndrome: http://dontshake.org/family-resources
• The Period of Purple Crying: http://purplecrying.info/
• Other

• Facility web resources
• Caring for Our Children, Standard 3.4.4.3 Preventing and Identifying Shaken Baby Syndrome/Abusive Head Trauma, http://cfoc.nrckids.org/StandardView.cfm?StdNum=3.4.4.3&=+
• Preventing Shaken Baby Syndrome, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, http://centerforchildwelfare.fmhi.usf.edu/kb/trprev/Preventing_SBS_508-a.pdf
• Early Development & Well-Being, Zero to Three, www.zerotothree.org/early-development
• Other

1. The National Center on Shaken Baby Syndrome, www.dontshake.org 2. NC DCDEE, ncchildcare.dhhs.state.nc.us/general/mb_ccrulespublic.asp 3. Shaken baby syndrome, the Mayo Clinic, www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/shaken-baby syndrome/basics/symptoms/con-20034461 4. Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED, American Red Cross, www.redcross.org/images/MEDIA_CustomProductCatalog/m4240175_Pediatric_ready_reference.pdf 5. Calming Techniques for a Crying Baby, Children’s Hospital Colorado, www.childrenscolorado.org/conditions-and advice/calm-a-crying-baby/calming-techniques 6. Caring for Our Children, Standard 1.7.0.5: Stress http://cfoc.nrckids.org/StandardView/1.7.0.5

This policy applies to children up to five years of age and their families, operators, early educators, substitute providers, and uncompensated providers.

• Staff* who provide care for
• Within 30 days of adopting this policy, the child care facility shall review the policy with all staff children up to five years of age.
• All current staff members and newly hired staff will be trained in SBS/AHT before providing care for children up to five years of age.
• Staff will sign an acknowledgement form that includes the individual's name, the date the center's policy was given and explained to the individual, the individual's signature, and the date the individual signed the acknowledgment
• The child care facility shall keep the signed SBS/AHT staff acknowledgement form in the staff member’s file. Parents/Guardians
• Within 30 days of adopting this policy, the child care facility shall review the policy with parents/guardians of currently enrolled children up to five years of age.
• A copy of the policy will be given and explained to the parents/guardians of newly enrolled children up to five years of age on or before the first day the child receives care at the facility.
• Parents/guardians will sign an acknowledgement form that includes the child’s name, date the child first attended the facility, date the operator’s policy was given and explained to the parent, parent’s name, parent’s signature, and the date the parent signed the acknowledgement
• The child care facility shall keep the signed SBS/AHT parent acknowledgement form in the child’s file.

* For purposes of this policy, "staff" includes the operator and other administration staff who may be counted in ratio, additional caregivers, substitute providers, and uncompensated providers.

This policy was reviewed and approved by:

Parent or guardian acknowledgement form

I, the parent or guardian of acknowledge that I have read and received a copy of the facility's Shaken Baby Syndrome/Abusive Head Trauma Policy.

Date policy given/explained to parent/guardian

(staff name) acknowledge that I have read and received a copy of the

facility's Shaken Baby Syndrome/Abusive Head Trauma Policy.

Date policy given/explained to staff person

There are space requirements for indoor and outdoor environments that must be measured prior to licensure. Outdoor play space must be fenced. Indoor equipment must be clean, safe, well maintained, and developmentally appropriate. Indoor and outdoor equipment and furnishings must be child size, sturdy, and free of hazards that could injure children.

Centers located in a residence that are licensed for six to twelve children may keep up to three additional school-age children, depending on the ages of the other children in care. When the group has children of different ages, staff child ratios and group size must be met for the youngest child in the group.

Licensed centers must also meet requirements in the following areas.

The administrator of a child care center must be at least 21 and have at least a North Carolina Early Childhood Administration Credential or its equivalent. Lead teachers in a child care center must be at least 18 and have at least a North Carolina Early Childhood Credential or its equivalent. If administrators and lead teachers do not meet this requirement, they must begin credential coursework within six months of being hired. Staff younger than 18 years of age must work under the direct supervision of staff 21 years of age or older. All staff must complete a minimum number of training hours, including ITS-SIDS training for any caregiver that works with infants 12 months of age or younger. All staff who work directly with children must have CPR and First Aid training, and at least one person who completed the training must be present at all times when children are in care. One staff must complete the Emergency Preparedness and Response (EPR) in Child Care training and create the EPR plan. All staff must also undergo a criminal background check initially, and every three years thereafter.

From the Division’s Child care Facility Search Site, the facility and visit documentation can be viewed. A public file is maintained in the Division’s main office in Raleigh for every licensed center or family child care home. These files can be viewed during business hours (8 a.m. -5 p.m by contacting the Division at 919-814-6300 or 1-800-859 0829 or requested via the Division’s web site at www.ncchildcare.n cdhhs.gov.

North Carolina law requires staff from the Division of Child Development and Early Education to investigate a licensed family child care home or child care center when there has been a complaint. Child care providers who violate the law or rules may be cited for violations of child care requirements and may be issued an administrative action, fined, and/or may have their licenses suspended or revoked. Administrative actions must be posted in the facility.

Ratios are the number of staff required to supervise a certain number of children. Group size is the maximum number of children in one group. The minimum staff/child ratios and group sizes for single-age groups of children in centers are shown below and must be posted in each classroom. The staff/child ratios for multi-age groupings are outlined in the child care rules and require prior approval. AgeTeacher: Child Max RatioGroup Size 0-121:510 months 12-241:612 months 2 to 31:1020 years old 1:1525 3 to 4 years old 1:2025 4 to 5 years old 5 years 1:2525 and older

If you believe that a child care provider fails to meet the requirements described in this pamphlet, or if you have questions, please call the Division of Child Development and Early Education at 919-814-6300 or 1-800-859-0829.

Division of Child Development and Early Education

North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services 333 Six Forks Road Raleigh, NC 27609

https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Home/Child Care-Commission

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or provision of services.

The law defines child care as:

three or more children under 13 years of age receiving care from a non-relative on a regular basis - at least once a week for more than four hours per day but less than 24 hours.

directory or talk with a child care provider to see if there is a Child Care Resource and Referral agency in your community. For more information, visit the Resources page located on the Child Care website at: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ For more information on the law and rules, contact the Division of Child Development and Early Education at 919-814-6300 or 1-800-859-0829 (In State Only), or visit our homepage at: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is responsible for regulating child care. This is done through the Division of Child Development and Early Education. The purpose of regulation is to protect the health, safety, and well being of children while they are away from their parents. The law defining child care is in the North Carolina General Statutes, Article 7, Chapter 110.

Center and family child care home staff must have current CPR and First Aid certification, ITS-SIDS training (if caring for infants, 0 to 12 months), prior to caring for children and every three years thereafter. Emergency Preparedness and Response (EPR) in Child Care training is required and each facility must create an EPR plan. Center and home staff must also complete a minimum number of health and safety training as well as annual ongoing training hours.

The North Carolina Child Care Commission is responsible for adopting rules to carry out the law. Some counties and cities in North Carolina also have local zoning requirements for child care programs.

Every citizen has a responsibility to report suspected child abuse, neglect or maltreatment. This occurs when a parent or caregiver injures or allows another to injure a child physically or emotionally. It may also occur when a parent or caregiver puts a child at risk of serious injury or allows another to put a child at risk of serious injury. It also occurs when a child does not receive proper care, supervision, appropriate discipline, or when a child is abandoned. North Carolina law requires any

person who suspects child maltreatment at a child care facility to report the situation to the Intake Unit at Division

A family child care home is licensed to care for five or fewer preschool age children, including their own preschool children, and can include three additional school-age children. The provider's own school-age children are not counted. Family child care home operators must be 21 years old and have a high school education or its equivalent. Family child care homes will be visited at least annually to make sure they are following the law and to receive technical assistance from child care consultants. Licenses are issued to family child care home providers who meet the following requirements:

of Child Development and Early Education at 919-814-6300 or 1-800-859-0829. Reports can be made anonymously. A person cannot be held liable for a report made in good faith.

North Carolina law requires any person who suspects child abuse or neglect in a family to report the case to the county department of social services.

Four- and five-star programs must use an approved curriculum in classrooms serving four-year-olds. Other programs may choose to use an approved curriculum to get a quality point for the star-rated license. Activity plans and schedule must be available to parents and must show a balance of active and quiet, and indoor and outdoor activities. A written activity plan that includes activities intended to stimulate the development domains, in accordance with North Carolina Foundations for Early Learning and Development. Rooms must be arranged to encourage children to explore, use materials on their own and have choices.

Child care centers or family child care homes providing transportation for children must meet all motor vehicle laws, including inspection, insurance, license, and restraint requirements. Children may never be left alone in a vehicle and child-staff ratios must be maintained.

Licensure as a center is required when six or more preschool children are cared for in a residence or when three or more children are in care in a building other than a residence. Religious-sponsored programs are exempt from some of the regulations described below if they choose to meet the standards of the Notice of Compliance rather than the Star Rated License. Recreational programs that operate for less than four consecutive months, such as summer camps, are exempt from licensing. Child care centers may voluntarily meet higher standards and receive a license with a higher rating. Centers will be visited at least annually to make sure they are following the law and to receive technical assistance from child care consultants.

Centers and homes must keep accurate records such as children's, staff, and program. A record of monthly fire drills and quarterly shelter-in-place or lockdown drills practiced must also be maintained. A safe sleep policy must be developed and shared with parents if children younger than 12 months are in care. Prevention of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma policy must be developed and shared with parents of children up to five years of age.

Children must be immunized on schedule. Each licensed family child care home and center must ensure the health and safety of children by sanitizing areas and equipment used by children. For Centers and FCCHs, meals and snacks must be nutritious and meet the Meal Patterns for Children in Child Care. Food must be offered at least once every four hours. Local health, building, and fire inspectors visit licensed centers to make sure standards are met. All children must be allowed to play outdoors each day (weather permitting) for at least an hour a day for preschool children and at least thirty minutes a day for children under two. Children must have space and time provided for rest.

• Parents have the right to enter a family child care home or center at any time while their child is present.
• Parents have the right to see the license displayed in a prominent place.
• Parents have the right to know how their child will be disciplined. The laws and rules are developed to establish minimum requirements. Most parents would like more than minimum care. Local Child Care Resource and Referral agencies can provide help in choosing quality care. Check the telephone

Each program must have a written policy on discipline, must discuss it with parents, and must give parents a copy when the child is enrolled. Changes in the discipline policy must be shared with parents in writing before going into effect. Corporal punishment (spanking, slapping, or other physical discipline) is prohibited in all centers and family child care homes. Religious sponsored programs which notify the Division of Child Development and Early Education that corporal punishment is part of their religious training are exempt from that part of the law.

Centers and family child care homes that are meeting the minimum licensing requirements will receive a one- star license. Programs that choose to voluntarily meet higher standards can apply for a two through five-star license. The number of stars a program earns is based upon the education levels their staff meet and the program standards met by the program, and one quality point option.

Criminal background qualification is a pre-service requirement. All staff must undergo a criminal background check initially, and every five years thereafter. This requirement includes household members who are over the age of 15 in family child care homes.

***PLEASE TAKE A MOMENT TO READ THE AMENDED POLICY FOR TERMINATION FROM JLF. PLEASE SIGN & DATE BELOW***

hereby reserves the right to terminate the care of child(ren) at its discretion with or without notice. However, we will strive to give parents at least a 10 days notice of termination EXCEPTfor extreme cases where there is disruptive disrespect, violence, stealing or dishonesty involve.

Please sign & date below that you have read & understand the Times & Guidelines policy that is stated in your Parent handbook.

Thank you, Mona’s Childcare Center, LLC. Ms. Mona

NC Division of Child Development and Early Education

A. Parent and Child Information

Name of Child □ Picture attached

B. Emergency Contact Information (non-parent)

Person receiving child, if applicable □ On application

Permission to transport is valid from [give date] to [give date]. From To (up to 12 months)

Signature of Parent or Guardian

NC Division of Child Development and Early Education

A. Parent and Child Information

Name of Child □ Picture attached

B. Emergency Contact Information (non-parent)

Person receiving child, if applicable □ On application

Permission to transport is valid from [give date] to [give date]. From To (up to 12 months) Signature of Parent or Guardian

Let’s start the New School year off healthy as possible! If a child or staff member tests positive for ANY of the above illness, that individual must remain from the center for days from the date ofnotifying the center of the illness and return only if they are symptom free for 24

hours without the use of medications. (fever reducers etc

Any child or staff that has been exposed to a person who has tested positive for any of the illness listed above in their household will need to isolate from center fordays after initial exposure whetherANY symptoms are displayed or not. Being that all are highly contagious illness.

Please be transparent concerning all illnessesto ensure that everyone remains safe & healthy. Thank you for helping to keep our children & staff safe & please know that I will continue to do the best I can as I always have!

*Please sign & date that you have clearly read & understood

Mona’s Childcare Center, LLC. hereby reserves the right to terminate the care of child(ren) at its discretion with or without notice. However, we will strive to give parents at least a five days’ notice of termination.