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Open Door Policy

 

GTCLC has an open door policy.  You are encouraged to visit the classroom at any time.  You are more than welcomed to come and see your child as he/she participates in the learning process.  You may show up unannounced during the day to observe or volunteer.  No appointment is needed to see your child.  Also, feel free to pick up the phone or stay a few extra minutes at pick-up time, or even send us an email to ask a question or to make a comment. You may email us at gtclc@live.com.  You are also always welcomed to schedule a conference with a teacher by calling ahead to make an appointment.

 

We welcome volunteers! 

 

Attendance

 

Children must arrive no later than 9:30 am.  It is an uncomfortable situation for students and teachers when they arrive later than 9:30 am for class, because it is a disruption to the educational process that is underway.  It also takes away from their learning time.  Please do not deprive your child of valuable learning time. 

 

You must escort the child into the center and sign him/her in.  You must also sign your child out every evening.

                                                                                          

Release of Children

 

A child will only be released to a parent or another person designated in writing by the enrolling parent or guardian.  In the event of an emergency, a child will be released to another individual upon the verbal request of the parent or the guardian.  However, the individual verbally authorized to pick up the child must have identification.

 

Behavior Policy

 

Everyone will be expected to respect teachers, classmates, and one another.  Disrespectful, abrasive, abusive, violent, angry, uncontrolled, or profane behavior will not be allowed in our center.  Parents are held accountable to this standard as well.  As a parent, if you have a concern or question, we require that you address it calmly, clearly, and professionally with a teacher or director.  When you model the way for your child, they learn the appropriate way to handle conflict.  No pushing, kicking, hitting, biting, put-downs, or other intentional bodily harm will not be tolerated.  When children demonstrate these kinds of behavior, staff may handle the situation by separating the child, giving the child some quiet time to regroup, and in serious situations, parents will be called.

 

Absence Policy

 

Parents must immediately notify the center of an extended absence (more than 5 consecutive days).  Children who are absent for more than 1 week without notice will forfeit their space at the center and will be expected to pay for that week.  Any planned absence must be communicated to the staff.

 

Withdrawal Policy

 

If a child needs to be withdrawn from the center, a 2-week prior notice is requested.

 

Dismissal Policy

 

A child may be dismissed from the center for the following reasons:

• Failure to pay fees.  (If a child’s account is not current and fully paid by the close of business on Tuesday, they child will not be permitted to attend on Wednesday.  Readmission to the center will not be granted until the account balance(s) are fully paid.  If a past due account is not fully paid by the end of the week, the child slot will be forfeited.)

• Excessive late pick ups

• Parents failure to cooperate with staff and center requirements

• Child exhibits harmful or threatening behavior toward himself, classmate, or staff

• Failure to submit and complete required forms