Welcome Parent Orientation 2018-2019 Ice breaker, Language and Literacy, Itsy Bitsy Spider

Mission The mission of the Druid Hills Child Development Center is to develop children socially, emotionally and cognitively, to encourage their curiosity, and to help them realize their full potential. We define quality as an environment that inspires children’s natural curiosity and believe children learn best through doing. We partner with families to support them in their role as their child’s first and most important teachers and believe that through this partnership we create a foundation for a child’s future success.

DHCDC is a non profit organization that is lead by a volunteer Board of Directors. Our board is comprised of both current and past parents and community members.

President, Kelly Swinks Events Chair, Allison Anderson Fundraising Chair, Lauren Westmoreland Room Reps from each classroom, please sign up today if you would like to be a room rep The mission of the Parent Council is to assist DHCDC with fundraising, teacher appreciation, and to encourage parent participation and engagement at DHCDC New Year Kickoff Playdate, August 11 Donation for Annual Birthday and Staff Fund, September 1 Welcome Breakfast for ALL, September 7 Staff Holiday Luncheon, December 14 Spring Fundraiser, March 8, 2019 Staff Appreciation Week, May 6-10, 2019

Turnover in Early Education What causes turnover? Stressful emotionally and physically Pass through to professionalization Year Round commitment Lack of exposure to quality in prior work experience Work life Balance What can we do to prevent it? Rigorous screening and interview process Competitive Pay, Health Benefits Tuition Reimbursement Child Care Discounts Extensive Professional Development * New Leadership Structure * Community Agreements National turnover rate approximately 40% , DHCDC 25% two years prior however last year much higher primarily in our co-teacher positions. Why….

New Leadership Structure@ DHCDC To create a more supportive environment for both parents and staff we are currently working changing our Leadership Structure. We will have a Program Coordinator for Preschool/Prek and a Program Coordinator for Infant Toddlers and have created three new positions: Program Director Mentor Teacher-Ms. Keisha, Ms. Jasmine, and Ms. Luchon Early Language and Literacy Teacher Leader, Amanda Lewis

Who can help? With this new structure we hope that parents will have access to support when you need it. Teachers in your assigned classroom are your first point of contact related to your child’s care If you need further assistance please escalate your concerns: Program Coordinator Program Director Executive Director Board of Directors

Plans for 2018-2019 Plans for the 3rd Floor GA’s Prek Playground Early Learning and Language Grant PBIS @ DHCDC

Community Agreements Be Present Be Accountable Be Informed Be Respectful Community Agreements are expectations for members of our community that we agree to follow and reciprocate, in the effort to maintain a safe and respectful environment/experience.

Community Agreement Volunteer Visit Attend Events Ready yourself to connect with teachers and your child during pick up and drop off

Community Agreement Provide necessary supplies for your child Communicate with teachers about your child Create a partnership with staff to ensure we can do our best for you and your child

Community Agreements Read Daily and Weekly Emails, lesson plans, and anecdotal notes Check school calendar Like Us on Facebook and Instagram Review Parent Handbook Ask Questions

Community Agreement Focus on your child Follow the rules Handwashing Supervision Classroom rules

Upcoming Events Center Calendar: Emergency Closings Workshops Annual Events Fundraising Closings Emergency Closings

Financials Tuition Due Dates Bank Draft Penalties (Late Payment, Pick Up, Insufficient Funds) 52 Week a year Commitment (Holidays, Weather, Professional Development Days) 2017/2018 Tuition Schedule until 9/1 Week of July 30-Paying 2018-2019 Tuition

Health and Safety Infectious Illness Safe Shoes Safe Sleep Medication Policy Ratios/Group Size @ DHCDC Supervision Bottles/Water Cups Shoe Covers

Communication Day in the Life Daily Sheet Lesson Plans Parent Teacher Conferences Website Social Media

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