Early Learning

Our goal is to ensure children have nutritious meals and snacks during their time in the program. Meals and snacks that are culturally and developmentally appropriate and meet the federal Child Care Food Program nutritional requirements.

 

Balanced nutritious meals are provided at no cost to our families. Meals include breakfast and lunch. An afternoon snack is offered to full day classes. Monthly menus are posted on the parent board located inside the classroom and on our program website.

 

Mealtime is a learning experience for children. It’s a time for social interactions that include embedded learning opportunities. Meals are an opportunity for to socialize with other children and adults which promotes positive social interactions. practicing manners by watching adults and socializing with other children.

We prohibit the following:
Sweets | Peanuts | Tree Nuts |
Peanut Butter Homemade Food |
High-Sugar Foods

Our goal is to implement a staff development program that adequately equips each staff member with the information necessary to carry out his or her assigned duties. Our program makes professional development of individuals working with children and families a priority. All teachers hold the appropriate child development permit and attend ongoing trainings related to child development. Staff are required to attend 21 hours of professional development each year.

 

Our goal is to implement an effective annual program self-evaluation process to support continuous improvement.

 

The process includes:

Based on the results, goals and action are developed and implemented.