231 Bluffview Drive
Mesquite, Texas

Monday – Friday
6:30 AM – 6:00 PM
January - December

Rowena Harris (Director/Caregiver)
469-432-2614
Kateidra Fisher (Owner)
KLFChildcare@gmail.com

It is with great pleasure that I welcome you to Kreative Learning w/ Friends Childcare. We feel very fortunate to have your child(ren) attend KLF Childcare and to allow your child to participate in our excellent and comprehensive educational program. As a young, rapidly growing company, we have limitless opportunities for success. We like to have a great relationship with both the child and the parent so that your experience at KLF Childcare is personally and professionally rewarding. Prior to your child's enrollment, both parents and the child must schedule a visit to the classroom where your child will attend. This allows for a more secure transition into the program.

Here at KLF Childcare, we have realized that learning through play is a cornerstone of our curriculum. Adults provide protection, security, stimulation, support, limits, and affection. Children are respected as individuals in a child-oriented, rather than teacher-directed, program.

At KLF Childcare, children can explore materials and engage in a variety of experiences. Activities are carefully planned and implemented in an open classroom setting. Children are free to choose from age-appropriate activities, including art, music, language development, pre-math skills, science and nature, and dramatic play. Children develop self-esteem, independence, and problem-solving skills as they make choices and help plan the environment and activities, all while doing so Kreatively.

Our primary goal is for children to feel safe and secure. Prior to being independent, a child must know that he or she can depend on adults and a predictable environment. Children are treated with respect and kindness. We recognize that children develop at different rates and have different interests. Small group size and appropriate teacher-child ratios allow for meeting each child's individual needs. My best wishes to you for great success, and once again, welcome to KLF Childcare!

Kateidra Fisher
Owner/Caregiver

Note: Any person unfamiliar to me must show proof of identification. Under NO circumstances will the child be released to anyone other than those listed above without WRITTEN permission from the parent. His form is legally binding, so by signing it, you agree that all the information provided herein is correct. False Information will result in the termination of the contract, and you will forfeit your childcare retainer.

1. All payments are due by Friday at drop off for the current week of care given, unless another arrangement has been agreed upon. CCA copays are due by the 3^rd of each month, regardless of the day of the week. A $5 late fee will be added at 6pm on Friday and every day thereafter until payment is paid in full.
2. There are no discounts for absences of any kind. Tuition is based on enrollment, not attendance.
3. Part-time families, you may request to trade your regular day for another day in the same week if there is space available on the requested day.
4. Drop-in families pay in advance. The fee is due whether you use the entire day or not.
5. Vacation policy: 2 weeks or more written notice is required to receive the annual vacation discount. Tuition will be 1/2 of the tuition cost for 1 full week the child is not in attendance. There will be no discount for your vacation if no notice is given. Payment is due before departure to secure the child's enrollment.
6. After the initial 1-month probation period, a written Two-week notice is required to withdraw your child. Payments for those two weeks are still required.
7. The childcare agreement may be terminated immediately if payments are late. If the provider terminates late payment, you still owe the late payment, plus two weeks' payment in lieu of your advance notice. A late fee of $5 will be assessed if payment is not received by Friday, 6pm. An additional $5 will be charged every day thereafter until payment is made in full. Unless another arrangement has been agreed upon, payments are to be made with Cash, Venmo, Zelle, or other available options. No checks.
8. If rates change during your enrollment here, they will not increase due to the change. It will only affect newer enrollments.
9. Tuition is non-refundable.

Communication:
Good communication is of the utmost importance in our Drug-Free Childcare Facility. When a new family is accepted into our center, we like to ensure we can share openly about any concerns or questions that may arise. It is important that there is a similar childcare philosophy between the center and the parents. We welcome questions, feedback, or discussions of any kind that are oriented towards a positive outcome for the child(ren). Sensitive issues will be discussed in private at a mutually beneficial time. If any documentation needs to be reviewed, please contact the director at any time; the director is always available, and the documentation is publicly available online. You're welcome to view the Minimum Standard Rules for Registered and Licensed Child Care Homes at the center or online at www.dfps.state.tx.us. Inspection at www.txchildcaresearch.org. To contact the Texas Abuse and Neglect Hotline at 1-800-252-5400 and Child Care Licensing at 214-583-4253.

Enrollment Policy
There are several forms in the KLF Childcare enrollment packet. This enrollment packet must be completed and, in our possession, before we can assume the responsibility of caring for your child. This is to ensure that your child receives the very best care possible and to satisfy the record-keeping requirements of state licensing guidelines.

Updates
All forms must be resubmitted annually. If any changes or updates are needed before then, you may inform a staff member via text, email, the Brightwheel app, or letter. You will be notified once the change is made, if it is not made immediately. If a staff member isn't available, you may complete a new online enrollment form on KLFChildcare.com, and the information will automatically be updated for you. It is your responsibility to keep records up to date before the annual renewal.

Animals
No Animals are usually on premises at any time; if that changes, the pet will be properly vaccinated. (vaccination records are available upon request)

Non-Discrimination
Enrollment in our program is open to all families in our community. We operate on a non-discriminatory basis. No one shall be excluded from any of our programs because of race, color, religion, disability, sex, or national origin. Only the children's parent or legal guardian may enroll a child(ren) (proof of custody may be required).

Registration Fee/Supplies
This is the $15 registration fee per student. It covers their mat along with other personalization that'll help them day to day. We ask that you bring any other essential items your child may need so we can provide them with the best possible care. (i.e., Diapers, Wipes, formula/breast milk) A notice will be given when your child needs supplies. Each child will need a diaper, a change of clothes, a spill-proof cup, and a blanket, all labeled with the child's name, to remain at the childcare. Fees & Tuition are non-refundable.

Participation
Parents are welcome to support their child's early learning program through parent-teacher conferences, books, toys, and donations of classroom supplies. We host seasonal parties that you can donate to and participate in (Back 2 School Bash, Halloween, Easter, Valentine's Day, etc.).

Tuition/Payment Procedures
Your specific rates will be outlined in your contract and Rate Agreement. Tuition is payable in advance and is due by Friday morning at drop-off for the current week of care.
Payment can be made by cash/Zelle/Venmo until other options are available. No checks. A $5 late fee will be assessed if payment is not received by Friday, 6pm. An additional $5 will be charged every day thereafter until payment is made in full. Repeated late payments may result in termination, and parents who are more than 1 week late on payment will be denied childcare until the account is brought current.

You must continue to pay your tuition even for vacations/absences/illness for any reason to hold your child's enrollment spot. The CCA co-pay is not excluded. CCA Copay is due by the 3^rd of each month. The success of our center depends on the prompt payment of tuition and fees to cover day-to-day expenses.

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CCA Copay is due on the 3^rd of each month, regardless of the day of the week. A late fee of $5 will be assessed if payment is not received by the 3^rd at 6 pm. An additional $5 will be charged every day thereafter until payment is made in full. Child Care Assistance (CCA) recipients must meet guidelines to remain eligible for the program. Meeting attendance standards for CCA consists of having fewer than 40 total absences in a 12-month eligibility period. Absences due to chronic illness, disability, or court-ordered custody or visitation agreements can be removed from the absence count. Childcare providers are required to notify CCA if a child has five (5) consecutive days of absence. If 40 absences (8 reports of 5 consecutive absences) are accumulated during a child's 12-month eligibility period, CCA will start the termination process. The parent will have the opportunity to provide documentation for review if the absences were due to a chronic illness, disability, court-ordered custody or visitation agreement, or other extenuating circumstances. As a courtesy, parents are advised when their children accumulate 15 absences and again at 30. Some cases may not be terminated based on eligibility. The 5 days may be during the same week (Friday – Friday) or across multiple weeks (Wed, Thurs, Fri, Mon, Tues). The information should be reported on the 5th day of absence.

A $ 1-per-minute late pick-up fee will be assessed for all children picked up after the contracted pick-up time. This must be paid in cash/Venmo/Zelle at the time of late pick-up. If payment is not made before the next business day, care will be denied until the late pick-up fee is paid in full. This will be strictly enforced.
Habitual tardiness may result in termination of services and/or. Standard Hours are Mon-Fri 6:30 am- 6 pm.

We offer both Part-Time and Full-Time care year-round (January-December, Friday-Friday 6:30 am-6 pm). We are available before and after business hours for parent/teacher conferences. If you must talk during business hours, please remember that such schedule changes disrupt our normal schedule. We would appreciate as much notice as possible. We maintain an open-door policy for parents during daycare hours. This means that parents are always welcome to call or drop in to see their children. We would appreciate your taking our schedule into consideration when dropping in or calling and remember that visitors usually cause children to react excitedly. Any information requested by the parents concerning the operation of the family childcare learning home or the care of the child will be provided to the parents.

Children are to arrive clean and fed (unless arriving just before mealtime). We will try our best to send your child home with a clean diaper, and we would appreciate the same consideration when you drop off. It is normal for some children to have difficulty separating from their parents or to cry when being dropped off. Please make your drop-off brief; the longer you prolong departure, the harder it gets. A smile, a cheerful goodbye kiss, and a reassuring word that you will be back is all that is needed. In my experience, children are nearly always quick to get involved in play or activities as soon as parents are gone.

Please be brief at pick-up times as well. Our normal procedure is to release the child only to his/her parents, or someone else the parents designate on the Pickup Form. If someone other than the parent will pick up the child, please notify us in advance. Verbal notice is okay for that day if this person is on the list of people authorized to pick up your child. If the person is NOT on the list, we must have written permission to release your child. Please inform emergency contacts or people designated to pick up your child that if we do not know them, then we will need to ask for identification. This is not meant to offend them. This is simply a measure taken for the child's protection. Drop-off and pick-up are not good times to discuss serious problems. Little ears and minds hear and understand everything. Your director can set up a time to discuss the issues in private.

Children are given the opportunity to explore materials and participate in a variety of experiences. Activities are carefully planned and implemented in an open classroom setting. Children are free to choose from age-appropriate activities daily, including art, music, language development, pre-math skills, science and nature, and dramatic play. While learning the basic 123s & ABCs, children develop self-esteem, independence, and problem-solving skills as they make choices and help plan the environment and activities, all while doing so Kreatively. Our curriculum is a self-developed, research-based curriculum that covers a wide range of subjects, including sign language and Spanish.

State law requires that all parents sign their child in and out each day. For your convenience, we will take daily attendance, which adheres to the State law as well, to help with speedy arrivals and departures. You will receive an email with further login instructions.

Absences

Childcare fees are based on enrollment, not on attendance. To maintain a reserved space, fees must be paid during a child's absence due to illness, holidays, vacations, etc. 1/2 tuition is due during vacation if 2 weeks or more notice is given; full payment is due. Each child can use their vacation discount once a year. The child is to remain in care during that week to be eligible for the discount. If your child is not coming, please let us know so we can prepare meals. You may call, text, or e-mail us at any time, day or night. No refunds will be given.

A written Two-week notice is required before withdrawal of your child, after the initial probation period of one month. And tuition for those two weeks must be paid. During that probation period, care may be terminated by the client or provider without notice. After the probation period, care may be terminated by the provider, for any reason, with two weeks' notice. You will be required to pay for those two weeks. A child is either enrolled or unenrolled; there is no policy for suspension. If a child's care is terminated, they are not allowed to return to the facility for any reason unless approved by the Director. In the event of an emergency, care may be terminated by the provider without prior notice. We reserve the right to give verbal notice of immediate termination of care for a child for any of the following reasons (but not limited to):

Every Child is observed for symptoms of illness. Any child showing symptoms will be separated from other children and a call will be made to the parent for immediate pick up. If the child cannot participate in regular activities, illness is too much for the caregiver to care for, high temperature of 101+, problems breathing, uncontrolled diarrhea, repetitive vomiting, rash with fever, mouth sores with drooling, wheezing, or a diagnosed communicable disease, the child cannot attend childcare.

Children cannot return until they are symptom-free for at least 24 hours without the use of medication or sooner with a doctor's note. In the event you are called to pick up an ill child, you must pick up your child within 45 minutes, or overtime rates of $1.00 per minute will apply. If a child needs to be sent home and their parents are unreachable, we will call the emergency contacts listed on the admission form. If no one is available by contact after 30 minutes, the overtime rate will apply. The center reserves the right to request that the child see a physician or provide a physician's note prior to returning. Please fill out all required paperwork in case of an emergency. We will call 911, then administer CPR/First Aid, contact the parent, then the child's listed doctor, and lastly Child Care Licensing until there's a resolution. It is your responsibility to inform us of any changes before our annual checks. No medication can be given, long- or short-term, without written consent from the parent/guardian; forms are available. KLF Childcare staff will only administer medication prescribed by a doctor or medication required for allergic reactions. Medication must be in original packaging and properly labeled for administration. All medication will be properly stored and administered by the staff. If a child requires a topical cream or ointment, the parents/guardians must inform the staff, and a medication administration form will be required. If you prefer a specific sunscreen and insect repellent, please provide it, or we'll use ours.
Soiled clothing will be placed in a plastic bag for home disposal.

As stated in the enrollment packet, all children's immunization records and contact info need to be up to date, and your child must be seen by a licensed physician and be in their best health to attend childcare. We will continue to check our records, but if you are aware of any changes, please let us know immediately. When dressing your toddler, please refrain from using one-piece garments such as onesies or overalls, which make diaper changing more challenging. Items to be provided upon admission are a completed admission form, a current shot record for each child, any doctor's written instructions for any type of special care, a photograph of each child with parents/guardian or extended family, and pets. You are also responsible for providing the following labeled/initial items: Change of clothes, Diapering, spill proof cup to remain at the daycare.

Appropriate meals and snacks will be provided for each child. During a regular 12 hours, each child is provided with 2 meals and a snack. All infants will be fed on schedule. All formulas, cereal, etc., are to be provided by the parent. Our menus are approved and follow the guidelines of the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP). No child will go longer than three hours without a meal or snack. Foods hotter than 110 degrees are kept out of children's reach. If your child is on a special diet or has a food allergy, we must have a written notice from your child's doctor stating the specific allergy and an emergency plan.

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In the parent resource area, you should find information pertaining to food allergies and precautions. During special occasions such as birthdays and holidays, only commercially packaged foods or foods prepared in a kitchen inspected by local health officials are allowed.
Foods brought from home for breakfast, lunch, and/or snack should be labeled with the child's name and date, and should meet nutritional requirements as set forth by Child/Adult CFP. Menu samples will be available if needed. They will be stored at an appropriate temperature until eaten. They will not be shared with other children. Breastfeeding policies and resources: A designated nursing area is available away from the general play area. You must be willing to cover up to respect those who are in my home and to prevent the children from asking you questions.
Breastfeeding resources will also be made available.

Children 18 months or older in care for over 5 hours should be provided with a place to sleep or rest. Children will sleep on their labeled mats/cribs daily. 12 months younger will not use a blanket and will sleep in the appropriate sleeping position based on development in the appropriate bedding/crib with no restrictive devices. Mat/Cribs cleaned before and after use.

I understand I am being informed in writing by initialing this section that I'm acknowledging that this child care facility does not carry liability insurance sufficient to protect my children in the event of injury, etc.

BY INITIALLY ABOVE, I ACKNOWLEDGE THAT I HAVE RECEIVED THE MOST RECENT COPY OF THE EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS FORM. I AM AWARE OF WHAT MAY HAPPEN IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY. MY CHILD WILL RELOCATE TO 1238 Harvest Hill, Lancaster, TX 75146, AND WILL BE TRANSPORTED BY KLF CHILDCARE. I WILL BE NOTIFIED IMMEDIATELY AFTER. A copy of each child's admission form will also be taken to the alternate shelter location. The admission form includes contact information for parents and emergency contacts for each child. Parents and Child Care Regulations will be called and texted regarding our location. I will communicate with local authorities by calling 911 or the non-emergency phone number (469-233-2930 for the police department. Continuous childcare will be provided to the children using items prepared in advance in a backpack. As the need to evacuate ends, children will be reunited with their parents/guardians. Parents will be required to sign up for the day.

My/our goal is to offer parent/teacher conferences three (2-3) times per year, usually around January, May, and September. An invitation will be emailed to you to set up a conference, along with the regularly conducted assessments of your child and how we can work together to assist your child in meeting their developmental goals and addressing any concerns presented. Through our daily activities, your child is assessed for their strengths, needs, and likes. As everyone may need to hold their conference in a format other than face-to-face, you may reply to the invitation & request to hold your conference via phone call, Zoom, e-mail, text, or any other electronic video format (ex. Duo, FaceTime) during the allocated time. Resources can be provided to enhance age-appropriate activities and skills to support your child's developmental milestones. In some cases, we may recommend further evaluations by specialists and work to implement any recommended classroom adjustments.

At KLF Childcare, we regularly conduct developmental screenings to monitor each child's growth and identify any areas where additional support may be needed. If a child shows signs of developmental delays or concerns, we will meet with parents to discuss the screening results and next steps.
In some cases, we may recommend further evaluation by specialists, such as a pediatrician or therapist. With parental consent, we will refer families to early intervention services or the local school district for additional support if needed. We will work with families to develop a plan to support the child at both school and home.

This plan may include adjustments to the classroom environment and activities. Regular follow-ups and parent-teacher conferences will ensure that we monitor the child's progress and make any necessary changes. Our goal is to ensure that every child is prepared for school. We are committed to working closely with parents and specialists to help each child reach their developmental milestones and be ready for the next steps in their education.

In the event of inclement weather (snow, tornadoes, flooding, etc.), we will follow Mesquite ISD's closure schedule. All enrolled families will be called or texted regarding early closures, pick-up procedures, full-day closures, and reopening dates. I also encourage you to contact me on 469-432-2614 if you have any questions during this time.

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Please provide sunscreen and insect repellent, be mindful that it must be, labeled as safe for the age of the child, in the original container; and within the expiration date noted on the product.
Aerosols, as well as combined sunscreen and insect repellents are prohibited. Prior to use at a center/school, sunscreen and repellent should be applied to the child at least once at home to test for any allergic reaction. A Parent Release-Sunscreen and Insect Repellent form must be signed by the parent/guardian before either is used. This form must be updated annually.
Know before purchasing: Sunscreen
Sunscreen/sunblock must provide UVB and UVA protection with an SPF of 15 or higher. Sunscreen may be provided by a parent/guardian (labeled with the child's full name) or made available by the center/school. Sunscreen will not be used on infants under 6 months of age unless accompanied by a doctor's note. School-age children may apply sunscreen to themselves under adult supervision to ensure proper application.

Insect repellent may not be used on an infant under 2 months of age. Insect repellent should be used only when recommended by public health authorities or requested by a parent/guardian. The repellent should contain a concentration of 30% DEET or less. Repellents not containing DEET may only be used if safe for the age of the child. Oil of lemon and eucalyptus products may not be used on children under 3. Insect repellent should be applied to a child's skin only once a day, but it may be sprayed on clothes for later trips outside. School-age children may apply insect repellent to themselves under adult supervision.

Any Screen time will comply with the Childcare Licensing Minimum standards; we will ensure it is age-appropriate and used as an educational supplement to our lesson plan. Please help us by also minimizing screen time at home and by promoting social development through play.

As part of Health and Safety Code, Chapter 36, the Hearing Screening Program requires that all children enrolled for the first time in any public, private, parochial, or denominational school or in a Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) licensed child care center and licensed child care home in Texas, or who meet certain grade criteria, must be screened or have a professional examination for possible hearing problems.

The requirements for hearing and vision screening [PDF 584KB] apply each year for children enrolled in any licensed childcare center and licensed childcare home or school program at the ages or grades listed below:
Screening requirements: all children who will be 4 years old by September 1
The screening form must be completed within 120 days of admission.

Transportation is not provided, except in the event of the need to evacuate the home.

Water activities are held outside and can include a small toddler pool with no more than two (2) feet of water, Water Table, squirt bottles, and/or sprinkler play.

Photographs and videos are taken regularly, including on birthdays, holidays, outings, and special activities. We use these pictures/videos in our childcare home for teaching, arts & crafts, albums, the KLF Childcare website, marketing, and the KLF/TF social media page. Please understand that these photographs and/or videos will not be sold, distributed, or placed on unaffiliated websites without my written permission.
My signature verifies that I have read and received a copy of this Parent Handbook and agree to follow the outlined policies. Should I not follow the policies outlined, I understand that my services may be terminated.

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This document outlines our policy and process for supporting families and children who may need additional accommodation, including home language, diverse abilities, and cultural backgrounds. Parents have the right to be informed of all procedural safeguards and rights of appeal in a language easily understood by the public and in the parents' primary language. Please notify the director if you or your child requires accommodation, and we will do our part to ensure your needs are met.
Below are ways that our program will partner with families:
1. If specific therapies are needed during the day while the child is in our care, we will provide space to accommodate sessions.
2. Participation in all comprehensive care meetings, if needed.
3. Complete supporting documentation from an authorized medical professional for any accommodation related to the child's physical or developmental needs.
4. Provide materials and resources in the parents'/children's primary language.
5. Provide a bulletin board posting information for families and parents on the program's policy of cultural inclusiveness.
6. Provide opportunities for cultural inclusiveness by hosting cultural events throughout the year.
7. Provide lesson plan strategies that meet the needs of children requiring accommodation.

When a child in care displays challenging behaviors on a recurring basis, a behavior management program will be implemented for a two- to four-week trial period. This program will be tailored to the individual needs of each child. A behavior management program will usually consist of the following steps:
1. A formal discussion will be carried out weekly with the child's parents to gain information regarding the child's behavior and to discuss ways of dealing positively and consistently with the challenging behavior. Parents will be encouraged to implement similar strategies from the program at home to reinforce positive behavior. Examples of strategies used in the program will be
a. praising good behavior,
b. advising the child that his/her behavior is inappropriate and trying to guide the child into using more appropriate ways to communicate.
c. listening to the child,
d. setting limits by choosing a few simple rules, explaining the rules, and repeating them periodically.
e. incorporating activities into the curriculum to reinforce good behavior, for example, through role play, arts, crafts, and reading favorite stories at story time, etc.
f., if necessary, the child may be given a short time away from the rest of the class.

2. All incidents will be recorded and shared with the child's parents. Confidentiality will be respected, and information will only be shared with the parties concerned.

3. At the end of the 4-week period of the behavior timeline, if the behavior has not been resolved, the parents will be informed about their child's needs for future childcare, and they will be provided two weeks to find alternative childcare arrangements.

Parents may be advised to refer their child to other Professional Services, such as Early Childhood Intervention (ECI). These services can assist parents in identifying whether their child's needs are being met and whether they require any additional support. The importance of early cooperation from parents in a behavior management program is imperative to its success.

Please sign to indicate that you understand our policy.

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Discipline will be:

• Individualized and consistent for each child
• Appropriate to the child's level of understanding and
• Directed toward teaching the child acceptable behavior and self-control

Our caregivers may only use positive methods of discipline and guidance that encourage self-esteem, self-control, and self-direction, which include at least the following:

• Using praise and encouragement of good behavior instead of focusing only on acceptable behavior,
• Reminding a child of behavior expectations daily by using clear, positive statements;
• Redirecting behavior using positive statements and
• Using brief supervised separation or time out from the group, when appropriate for the child's age and development

There will not be ANY harsh, cruel, or unusual treatment of any child. The following types of discipline and guidance are prohibited:

Corporal punishment or threats of corporal punishment
Punishment associated with food, naps, or toilet training.
Grabbing or pulling a child;
Putting anything in or on a child's mouth
Humiliating, ridiculing, rejecting, or yelling at a child
Subjecting a child to harsh, abusive, or profane language
Placing a child in a restrictive device for a time-out;
Withholding active play or keeping a child inside consequently for behavior, unless the child is exhibiting behavior during active play
Requiring a child to remain silent or inactive for inappropriately long periods of time for the child's age.

Provided by the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services

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Dear Parent:
Nutrition is a very important part of our program. To plan appropriate nutrition education activities and menus that meet your child's needs, I need to know your child's eating patterns. Please take the time to fill out this questionnaire and provide the necessary information. This information will also help me obtain an overview of children's eating habits by age group.

Hours: 6:30 am to 6 pm

1. How many days a week does your child eat the following meals or snacks?

2. When is your child most hungry?

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In an effort to prevent expulsion and suspension of children when childcare is well adopted, the following policy should be adopted:

• use developmentally appropriate practices that provide for interactive learning environments, diversity, age-appropriate expectations, small group activities, teachable moments, and best practices in child development.
• Continue to participate in professional development, training, and education to ensure we have the skills to support children's social and emotional health.
• Develop and implement classroom schedules that meet the needs of the children.
• Adapt learning environments to promote healthy social interactions with others.
• Develop and maintain healthy and nurturing relationships with children.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with parents.
• Develop and implement classroom expectations that are developmentally appropriate, clear, and consistent.
• Provide opportunities for family engagement.
• Ensure fairness and equity.

Prior to expulsion, KLF Childcare will follow these guidelines:

• Obtain parent permission to identify and engage the services of mental and behavioral health consultants and community resources.
• Decrease the number of days and hours in care for a specified amount of time.
• Documents efforts to prevent and reduce expulsion.
• Provide accommodations that are reasonable for this facility.

If expulsion takes place, KLF Child Care will assist the child and family in transitioning to another program by utilizing behavioral consultants and community resources to assist in finding the most appropriate placement for the child.

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Date	Holiday	Status
September 7, 2026	Labor Day	Closed All Day
October 12, 2026	Columbus Day	Closed All Day
November 11, 2026	Veterans Day	Closed All Day
November 25, 2026	Thanksgiving Eve	Close at 2:00 PM
November 26, 2026	Thanksgiving	Closed All Day
December 24 & 25, 2026	Christmas Break	Closed All Day

Date	Holiday	Status
January 1, 2027	New Year's Day	Closed All Day
January 18, 2027	Martin Luther King Jr. Day	Closed All Day
February 15, 2027	Presidents' Day	Closed All Day
May 31, 2027	Memorial Day	Closed All Day
June 18, 2027	Juneteenth (Observed)	Closed All Day
July 5, 2027	Independence Day (Observed)	Closed All Day
September 6, 2027	Labor Day	Closed All Day
October 11, 2027	Columbus Day	Closed All Day
November 11, 2027	Veterans Day	Closed All Day
November 24, 2027	Thanksgiving Eve	Close at 2:00 PM
November 25, 2027	Thanksgiving	Closed All Day
December 24, 2027	Christmas Day (Observed)	Closed All Day

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Arrival/Group Play	6:30am-9:00am
Drop off Cut off time	8:30am
AM Snack	9:00am-9:30am
Potty Time	9:30am-10:00 am
Circle Time /Lesson	10:00 am-10:45am
Outdoor Play/Group Play	10:45am-11:15am
Potty/Clean Up	11:15am-11:30am
Lunch	11:30am-12:00am
Potty Time	12:00pm-12:15pm
Naptime	12:15pm-3:15pm
Potty Time	3:15pm-3:30pm
Lesson/HW	3:30pm-4:00pm
Afternoon Snack	4:00pm-4:30 pm
Outdoor Play/Group Play	4:30pm-5:30pm
Departure/Arrivals/Potty	5:30pm-6:00pm

18 months to 4 years old: $175-$85

Late Fees: $1/min per child due upon arrival

Drop-in: $35/child ( 2 days per week Max. )

Tuition Due by Friday Mornings at DROP OFF,
or late fees will be assessed $5/day until paid in full.

231 Bluffview Dr. Mesquite TX 75150 469-432-2614 KLFChildcare@gmail.com

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Use this form to collect all required information about a child enrolling in day care. The day care provider gives this form to the child's parent or guardian. The parent or guardian completes the form and returns it to the day care provider before the child's first day of enrollment. The day care provider keeps the form on file at the child care facility.

I authorize the child care operation to release my child to leave the child care operation only with the following persons. Please list name and phone number for each. Children will only be released to a parent or guardian or to a person designated by the parent or guardian after verification of ID.

Note: A competent swimmer can enter and exit a pool safely on their own, tread water or float on their back for one minute, and swim 25 yards with no assistance.

My child is normally in care on the following days and times.

I acknowledge I have received a written copy of my rights as a parent or guardian of a child enrolled at this facility.

Child day care operations are public accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Title III. To learn more, visit www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/. If you believe that such an operation may be practicing discrimination in violation of Title III, you may call the ADA Information Line at 800 514-0301 (voice) or 800 514-0383 (TTY).

In the event I cannot be reached to arrange for emergency medical care, I authorize the person in charge to take my child to:

I give consent for the facility to secure any and all necessary emergency medical care for my child.

If your child does not attend pre-kindergarten or school away from the child care operation, one of the following must be presented when your child is admitted to the child care operation or within one week of admission.

Signature or stamp of a physician or public health personnel verifying immunization information above.

Varicella, the vaccine for chickenpox, is not required if your child has had chickenpox disease. If your child has had chickenpox, complete the statement: My child had varicella disease, chickenpox, on or about [date] and does not need varicella vaccine.

For more information about immunizations, visit the Texas Department of State Health Services website at https://www.dshs.texas.gov/immunizations/public.

Under the Texas Penal Code, any area within 1,000 feet of a child care center is a gang-free zone, where criminal offenses related to organized criminal activity are subject to harsher penalties.

HHSC values your privacy. For more information, read our privacy policy online at https://hhs.texas.gov/policies-practices-privacy#security.