Policies & Procedures
Parental Involvement
Parents/Guardians are children’s first and most important teachers; therefore, we make every effort to partner with parents in their children’s education.
Child/Parent/Teacher Conferences – Two times per year all three will meet and allow the child to explain some of the painting, writing, and projects found in his/her portfolio. Additional conferences may be arranged. Parents are free to view their child’s daily observation record. A developmental checklist of observations will be recorded and kept on file.
Classroom Participation – We strongly encourage both dads and moms to spend some time in their child’s classroom. You may do this at any time your child is in the classroom. We also plan parent talents into the curriculum and would be delighted if you could share what you know (guitar playing, juggling, coming in uniform, etc…)
Get-togethers – Each year Little Stars of Bethlehem will arrange a few times for the families and staff to get to know each other better. There will be food, games, and fun for all.
Do Lunch! – Consider scheduling a lunch date with your child. Your child would love for you to meet their friends and they would be able to show you what they do during the day!
Parents choosing to participate in preschool, i.e. by helping in
the classroom, being present for parties or fieldtrips, must sign the Parent Participation form. This is to protect all of our children at Little Stars of Bethlehem and to ensure that no adults in contact with our children have been previously involved in any kind of improper or immoral behavior with any child.
Fieldtrips
We plan to take several fieldtrips during the school year. A permission slip for fieldtrips must be signed and returned with enrollment packet forms.
Some fieldtrips requiring additional fees are the parent’s responsibility.
Many of our fieldtrips are scheduled in the morning hours and classes may sometimes be combined for special fieldtrips.
Please let the teacher know if you can drive for a field trip.
We require that a signed insurance confirmation form from all parents be on file in the office. All children must be individually seat belted or seated in a child safety restraint seat.
Special Days
Parties are learning experiences and we will celebrate many wonderful things that God has blessed us with. Since we are a Lutheran child care center, we will observe Reformation Day on October 31
and focus on the true significance of Christmas and Easter for Christians.
Children may want to bring a treat on special occasions such as birthdays. Please contact the classroom teacher before bringing a treat.
When planning birthday parties that are not located at Little Stars of Bethlehem, please consider inviting all of the children in your child’s class in order to avoid hurt feelings. If you are not inviting everyone
please do not hand out invitations at the center.
Children’s Clothing
DRESS FOR PLAY! Keep in mind that while your child is at Little Stars of Bethlehem we will be doing creative, messy activities. Please don’t send your child to
school in dressy clothes that might limit his/her ability to learn and play.
Clothes should be comfortable and easy for the child to manage. We require that your child wear shoes
appropriate for their active play.
Parents should bring an extra set of clothing to keep at the preschool in the event that a change of clothing is needed.
Please provide underwear, pants, socks and a shirt with their name on all of the labels. Be sure to update these as your child grows and weather changes.
Newsletter and Notes
A regular newsletter is sent to parents explaining our school programs and activities. Notes are sent home occasionally with each child. Please read all communications carefully! Coming activities and other important items are included in these communications.
Items From Home
Children should bring a small blanket and/or pillow for rest time. They may also bring any special sleep item that gives them comfort.
Nap cots will be provided.
We have plenty of toys and games for the children to use, so we ask that children do not bring items from home for general play. When children bring personal items from home for show-and-tell, mark them well with your child’s name. We are not responsible for personal items that are lost or broken.
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