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Welcome
to the 2007-2008 School Year at The Aylett Country Day School Handbook and Directory is a valuable tool for all parents, faculty, administration, and members of the Board of Directors as we work together to "develop children’s full potential in a creative, nurturing environment." The policies and procedures contained in this Handbook are intended to set forth Aylett’s general expectations of its students. Due to the needs of the school or to unforeseen circumstances, it may be necessary to depart from some of the policies and procedures set forth in this Handbook without prior notice. The school may also revise policies and procedures from time to time without notice. Please use this booklet, along with your school calendar and weekly notices, to be actively involved in the education of your child.
TABLE OF CONTENTS MISSION
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"The
mission of Aylett Country Day School is to develop children’s
full potential in a creative, nurturing environment. We are committed
to academic excellence through an innovative, enriching curriculum.
As a school community, we are dedicated to building character and
fostering traditional values including citizenship, honesty and
respect."
ACADEMICS AND DISCIPLINARY RECORDS Each student enrolled at Aylett Country Day School has the right to accurate and complete school records, maintained in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. The policy for use of these records is as follows:
The Aylett Country Day School curriculum is challenging and students are expected to accept responsibility for completing work on time to the best of their ability. The core curriculum consists of language arts, mathematics, social studies, and science in the Lower School. Middle School core subjects consists of literature, English, history/geography, science, mathematics, and Spanish. Students build skills in the early grades that will prepare them for fourth and fifth grades and then for the rigorous middle school curriculum. The music and art programs supplement the core curriculum and add creativity and enrichment for students. Physical education is an integral part of the curriculum in Aylett’s mission to develop the whole child. Through weekly library visits and library instruction in the lower grades, children learn not only to value and enjoy reading, but also to recognize the importance of research skills to their academic success. Computer instruction begins in Kindergarten and builds skills each year through the eighth grade. Spanish is taught in the first through eighth grades. Students in the seventh and eighth grades are able to complete a two-year course for high school credit. An all school
writing contest, forensics in the middle school, interdisciplinary
projects, all school performances, and a myriad of activities round
out a strong curriculum in which children can challenge themselves
in a supportive environment.
The academic
grading scale for grades 3-8 is as follows: A "+"or "-" appearing after a grade denotes a point average at either end of the number range for that grade. Through fifth
grade, classroom conduct and effort in art, library, music, computer,
and physical education are measured by the scale: Foreign language classes for grades six through eight will be graded with a letter grade rather than an effort grade and will affect honor and merit roll status. REMINDER: Students must accept responsibility for good behavior and for putting forth their best effort in classes where letter grades are not given. To evaluate eighth graders in health and physical education, letter grades will be used to facilitate transferring credit to high school. Comprehensive
examinations are administered in grades six through eight at the
end of the first semester and at the end of the year for eighth
graders only. Exam grades represent one-fifth of the semester grade,
when averaged with two other quarter grades.
Homework is an extension of class work and is intended to reinforce learning, review skills, and provide an opportunity to strengthen research skills. Students will be given long and short-term written assignments as well as study assignments. Through homework, children can practice skills already learned or review previous material necessary for continued progress in understanding a concept. Since each
student works at his/her own pace, the following time schedule is
simply to be used as a guideline. Homework is assigned daily and
children are encouraged to space their long-term assignments so
that their workload is evenly distributed. Homework may be checked. Teachers try to coordinate their schedules so that no more than two major tests are given on any one day. Weekly spelling tests are not considered major tests. In addition, teachers will make every effort to coordinate homework so that work is distributed as evenly as possible. In the beginning of each school year, each teacher will make known to the students the policy for late or incomplete work. Students in grades two through eight are required to keep an assignment book. Students are required to complete and hand in all assignments on time. Students should plan ahead for long-term assignments and tests in order to evenly distribute their workload. It is the responsibility of the student to make sure that he/she understands the assignments before leaving the classroom. Students must write all homework assignments and reports in his/her own words and should properly document all sources when completing a report. It is the responsibility
of all students to review math skills on a daily basis. In addition,
independent reading should be a part of each day’s routine. Parents should provide a structured time and a quiet place for working at home. This should be a time when there are no interruptions. Televisions, phones, computers, video games, and other distractions should be not allowed during study time. Consistency is the key to homework success. Please plan family activities so that they support the academic demands of Aylett Country Day School. Parents are strongly encouraged to read with children and to review math facts with them daily. Parental supervision
and checking of homework depends upon the age of the child and the
student’s level of independence. Good study habits include
the ability to work purposefully with little or no supervision.
As good study habits are formed, parents should not need to help
a child with homework. Community Services
is an important part of theschool curriculum. Each class will undertake
a project that promotes service to others. HONOR ROLL 1.All academic
grades of A- or above; MERIT ROLL 1.All academic
grades of B- or above;
A student in Early Childhood may be recommended for retention by the teacher on the basis of observation, lack of social readiness, and/or evidence of academic delay sufficient to keep the child from succeeding at the next level. A student in grades one through three must be retained if satisfactory progress is not made in reading or mathematics. The child’s teacher and the Headmaster in consultation with the parents will make the decision. A student in grades four or five must be retained if he or she fails reading, language, or mathematics or if a student fails two or more core subjects. A student in grades six through seven must be retained if he or she fails either English or math or if a student fails two core subjects. In grade eight, if a students is retained, he/she will not be permitted to participate in graduation. Report cards are an important communication tool between home and school. Parents are encouraged to look over them carefully and discuss them with their children. Parents are asked to pay attention to effort and behavior grades, as well as academic achievement. Signed report cards should be returned to the school within three days. Early Childhood three students receive written reports in June. Pre-Kindergarten four and five students receive written reports in January and June. In Kindergarten, social and academic progresses are alternately reported every six weeks. Students in grades one and two receive academic progress reports on a six-week basis. Students in
grades three through eight receive academic progress reports on
a quarterly basis.
TECHNOLOGY ACCEPTABLE USE POLICY No use of the Internet without supervision or approval by teacher or librarian. No downloading files without supervision or approval by teacher or librarian. No use of Internet for private communication or accessing information not related to school. No use of copyrighted material without proper notation of source. No use of impolite, abusive, or otherwise objectional language. No use of Internet for accessing inappropriate material.
PRESCHOOL Brigance (EC3
- fall and spring) LOWER and MIDDLE SCHOOL First Grade
Second Grade
Third Grade
Fourth Grade
Fifth Grade
Sixth Grade
Seventh Grade
Eighth Grade
At Aylett Country Day School we believe that for a student to function successfully, he or she must have a clear set of guidelines to define standards of behavior. The following Code of Behavior sets forth those guidelines and the possible consequences for misconduct. IT IS ASSUMED THAT IF PARENTS HAVE ENROLLED A CHILD IN THE SCHOOL, THEY WILL FULLY SUPPORT THE SCHOOL IN ITS ENFORCEMENT OF THE CODE.
The Code of Behavior is designed to protect the well being and rights of all students and to assure safe, efficient school operations. This Code serves to:
The Code of Behavior is intended to be illustrative, but not all-inclusive. Accordingly, an infraction which is not listed but, in the judgment of the Administration, undermines the effectiveness of the school’s activities or the student’s performance will be treated in a manner consistent with the provisions of this policy. The Code of
Behavior is intended to insure uniformity and fairness among students,
parents, and teachers, which will ultimately improve Aylett’s
goal of providing a superior academic environment. However, in order
to make this policy successful, full cooperation between parents,
school and administration is needed. Every instance will be reviewed
on its own merits and will be dealt with fairly, effectively, and
with the student’s and the school’s best interests in
mind.
Any student who engages in unlawful conduct or other conduct which endangers the health, safety, or reputation of herself/himself or other members of the school community is subject to discipline for violation of a major school rule. The following infractions will be classified as major offenses, which require immediate formal action. The administration reserves the right to adjust the consequences depending on the severity of the offense. The consequence may be reduced in light of mitigating circumstances. Mitigating circumstances may include consideration of a student’s history of otherwise satisfactory academic performance or behavior. Violations shall remain a part of the student’s file for a longer time, which will be determined by the administration. Major Offenses
(In offenses 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 & 10, the police may be notified.) Consequences for the above infractions will include: Conference with parent, teacher, administrator, and student. Following this conference, a student may be suspended or dismissed.
Most other infractions are considered minor offenses. Consequences for minor infractions will be as follows: Conference with the appropriate administrator. Written notice to parents. Phone call to parents and after school detention. Possible suspension.
Should a parent disagree with disciplinary action of the school, the parent may appeal the decision to the Headmaster. If the parent is dissatisfied with the result of the appeal to the Headmaster, the parent may appeal to the President of the Board of Directors.
COMMUNICATION BETWEEN HOME AND SCHOOL Regular student attendance and punctuality are essential to ensure continuous progress in school. For their own benefit, children should not stay away from school except for serious reasons, such as illness, a family emergency, or a religious observance. As assignment make-up work is a poor substitute for classroom instruction, the school strongly urges that family vacations be scheduled to coincide with school vacations. Prolonged absence from school makes a challenging situation for teachers and students and should be avoided if at all possible. Family circumstances are certainly important, but please remember that if children are away from school for reasons other than illness or family emergencies, they must accept the consequences if their grades are affected by the prolonged absence. It is difficult for students to find time to meet with teachers for instruction and to schedule missed quizzes and tests while the class is moving on to new material. ABSENCES: If students are too ill to complete homework or do not have materials at home, they should meet with each teacher when they return to school in order to make plans for getting work completed in a timely manner. Students must give a note to the homeroom teacher when they return to school. The note should state the date and the reason for the absence. A student is tardy if he/she is not present in the classroom by 8:30 AM. The student’s parents must sign him/her in at the front desk and explain the reason for the tardiness. The student will then receive a late slip to present to the teacher. TARDIES: If a student is late due to a medical appointment, the student should receive a note from the medical office, which must be presented at the front desk when he/she signs in. The medical slip will be signed by office personnel and then presented to the teacher when the student goes to class. A written excuse is required for a child to be excused from physical education class. If a student leaves school early, the parent should send a note to the teacher explaining the reason for the early dismissal and the time that the child will be picked up. Parents must sign him/her out at the front desk. All students are expected to attend school programs in which their class is participating such as Graduation, Grandparents' Day, and other times during the school year. Parents are responsible for their transportation if the programs are not during school hours. Children who participate in interscholastic sports must be transported by parents. In order for a student to be recognized for perfect attendance, he or she must be present every day. In the event of family emergency, doctor’s appointment, etc., four hours would constitute a full day’s attendance. (See tardy policy above.) If a student is to participate in an after school activity (sports, dances, play) he/she must be in attendance no less than four hours on the day of the scheduled event.
Upon signing an enrollment contract with Aylett Country Day School an enrollment fee of $100.00 is due. This fee is deducted from the tuition. Parents may pay the balance on an annual, semi-annual or twelve monthly payment plan. If the annual plan is chosen, a 5% discount on tuition may be taken if paid by July 1. If the semi-annual plan is chosen, one-half of the balance is due on July 1 and the remaining one-half is due on January 1. The monthly plan is twelve equal installments due on the first of each month from July 1 through June 1. A late charge is assessed on payments more than seven days past due. The rate is 5% per overdue payment. If an account becomes delinquent (an account not paid in full by June 30) charges accrue on the balance at an annual rate of 18%. If the school must begin collection proceedings, the signer(s) of the contract must pay all costs. Student fees are due on or before the day before school opening (Registration Day). If a student will be riding the bus for any portion of time, the full bus fee is due and payable on or before Registration Day. There is a charge for Kindergarten Readiness testing. Parents will be notified of testing dates and cost prior to testing. In the event
that tuition or other school fees are not paid in a timely manner,
the school reserves the right to withhold report cards, certificates
of successful completion of any course, enrollment for succeeding
years, transfer or records to other schools, or participation in
graduation pending full payment of tuition. Families will be billed
for lost classroom materials.
The League is Aylett’s parent organization. The group meets almost every month of the school year for special programs, updates on the school, and also to plan and carry out fundraisers. The proceeds of the fundraisers are a vital part of the school’s yearly revenue. All patrons of Aylett Country Day School are expected to join the League and participate in its activities. The following is a list of fundraisers and their dates. Additional activities may be included as needed.
The school publishes a Weekly Newsletter every Tuesday so that the school community can keep informed about school matters. This information is very important! All items for the Weekly Newsletter should be submitted to the school office by the end of the school day on Monday. At the beginning of the year a parent is asked, at each grade level, to volunteer to be a Room Mother. Room Mother responsibilities include helping to coordinate with teachers and parents seasonal parties throughout the year. The Room Mother also coordinates with the League and communicates to parents activities for Teacher Appreciation Week. Also, the seventh grade Room Mother, with the fourth, fifth, and sixth grade Room Mothers, plans and organizes the reception for graduation. Room Mothers
may also be asked to assist the classroom teachers with special
activities. Parents are strongly encouraged to follow a structured procedure when they have concerns. This should begin with a note or a phone call to the child’s teacher so that an appointment time can be set for discussing the problem. This enables the teacher and the parent to meet at the appointed time and to have the concern discussed in a productive, focused manner in a quiet setting. Parents should come to the conference with the problem outlined and teachers should come prepared to offer suggestions for solving the problem. Often it is helpful to have other teachers or administrators present if the concern is one that affects other disciplines or areas of school life. The discussion should be kept private by all parties unless other school personnel or outside resources need to become involved.
If, after meeting with the teacher, the problem is not resolved satisfactorily, parents should direct their concerns to an administrator. Parents should treat teachers and administrators as professionals. Unscheduled conferences are difficult for school personnel, especially immediately before school starts or at the end of the day before the busses leave. These are the times when teachers and administrators are busy with the needs of all of their students. Parents should respond to school correspondence and return signed papers, permission slips, interim reports, and report cards in a timely manner. Teachers are expected to correspond with parents at the beginning of the school year with letters outlining class goals and expectations. Information should be sent home throughout the school year in order to keep parents informed about class activities, projects, field trips, and other school related matters. Teachers should monitor academic progress and advise parents when summer remediation or retention is foreseeable. Parent conferences may be scheduled at any time during the school year by either the parent or the teacher. There is a mandatory conference scheduled in the fall and spring in order for parents and teachers to discuss the progress of each student in the class. Parents are welcome to visit a classroom; however, arrangements should be made in advance with an administrator and teacher. As part of their educational experience, children in grades one through eight need to learn responsibility for unpacking, turning in homework, keeping desks neat, bringing messages to and from school, keeping needed supplies at school, and demonstrating appropriate classroom behavior in the morning. Therefore, if your child is in grades one through eight, please do not accompany him/her to the classroom in the morning. Parents should notify the school in writing if changes are to be made in a child’s transportation arrangements. Any changes that must be made by phone should be completed before 1:00 p.m. if at all possible.
Children through grade five staying as spectators for an after school athletic event must bring a note from home and have adult supervision. Children in grades six through eight must bring a note from home in order to be a spectator. Children should not be on the school playground after school without parental supervision. Children are not allowed in the gym after school without teacher supervision. There will be no individual birthday parties at school. Due to disruptions and potential hurt feelings, party invitations may not be distributed at school. Children are
responsible for their personal belongings at school. Lost and Found
boxes are placed in the Lower and Middle school offices, and students
are encouraged to look there for misplaced items. Articles unclaimed
for an extended period of time will be donated to charity.
School closing for snow will be announced on radio stations WRAR – 105.5 FM, WNNT - 100.9 FM, and on WWBT - TV Channel 12 (www.nbc12.com/sch.html). Parents are requested to tune in these stations. As soon as a decision has been made to close school, TV and radio stations will announce the closing time. If it is necessary to close school during the day because of snow, drivers will follow the snow bus route. Emergency bus routes will be announced in the same manner. A detailed listing of stops will be sent home in the fall. Opening school
on days when we must run an emergency bus route is always a calculated
risk. Please put safety first when deciding whether or not to meet
a bus or bring your child to school. All absences will be excused.
If snow bus routes are run in the morning, they will also be run
in the afternoon.
All rules in the Code of Behavior apply on buses and at bus stops. In addition, the following rules apply:
ALL
STUDENTS ARE EXPECTED TO LIVE BY THESE RULES AND TO HELP OTHERS
DO SO.
Students are responsible for taking care of school property. They should take pride in all areas of ACDS – the halls, bathrooms, classrooms, lockers, and school grounds. Students should not bring CD players, I-pod, cellular phones, or laptop computers to school.
The dress code was formulated by the Administration in consultation with the faculty, parents, and students. It represents the belief that appropriate dress should be required by the school and that students’ behavior is, at least in part, affected by the way they dress. Parents can help by supporting the concept that school is a student’s work place, and that he/she should come each day dressed for work. Parents should check student attire each morning to be sure that the child is in compliance with the dress code at ACDS. Students learn an important lesson in respecting authority when parents uphold the rules of the school. Students should come to school dressed in neat, clean clothing that is appropriate for an educational setting. MIDDLE SCHOOL – GRADES Six through Eight The following clothing is not acceptable:
Students may wear fingertip length shorts to school in September and October and after Spring Break.
LOWER SCHOOL – EC3 – Grade Five The following clothing is not acceptable:
ALL SCHOOL 1. The school does not condone violent or disrespectful behavior. Clothing imprinted with profanity or questionable phrases should not be worn to school. 2. If your child comes to school with an outfit on that does not conform to the dress code, you will receive a note/call. If this occurs a second time, you will receive a call from the teacher asking you to bring an outfit to school so that your child can change. 3. Students in grades four through eight must dress in regulation P.E. uniforms for gym class or may wear navy sweat suits during cold weather. Children in all grades should wear or bring tennis shoes for use in P.E. class. 4. When dressing for most field trips, slacks (not jeans) and a shirt with a collar are required for boys. Girls should wear a simple dress, skirt or slacks. On field trips where planned activities require less formal dress, children will be notified prior to the trip. The school conducts two fire drills in September and one each consecutive month of the academic year to educate students/faculty on evacuation procedures. The school also conducts an annual bus evacuation drill in the fall and teo tornado drills. Fire evacuation routes, tornado preparedness location, and off-campus shelter information is posted in each classroom. In addition, Aylett has a Crisis Intervention and Management Plan as required by the Virginia Association of Independent Schools. A copy is located in the main office for review.
At all times the atmosphere in the library should be quiet and conducive to study. Food, drinks, and chewing gum are not allowed in the library. Students are not allowed to go into the work desk or storage cabinets. Books must be checked out at the circulation desk before they are removed. If the librarian is away, a student can sign the card and put it in the basket on the checkout desk. Reference materials and audio-visual materials are not to be removed from the library by students. Teachers may sign these items out for classroom use.. Students should be considerate of others who use the library by returning materials by the due dates. Materials may be renewed (unless they are reserved). Reserved shelving is provided for those times when a class or several classes need to share materials. Reserved materials must not be removed from the library without permission. Reserved books are clearly indicated. Students through grade two may check out only one book at a time. Older students may check out books as needed. Students who repeatedly fail to return books when due may be limited to one at a time. Students may check out materials during the day with their teacher's permission, or during their scheduled library time. Students are responsible for the materials they borrow. They must pay for lost or damaged materials. Students in grades three, four, and five will receive library grades on their report cards. Birthday books,
videos, and magazine subscriptions are an excellent way to honor
your child and help build the library's collection. Parents may
present the library with a copy of a book or video their child especially
enjoyed. They may check with the librarian for suggested titles,
or they may present the librarian with a check and have an item
ordered. Also, donations of used hardbacks, paperbacks, videos,
and magazines will be greatly appreciated at any time.
MEDICATION-IMMUNIZATION-ILLNESS POLICY It is the school's policy not to administer any medications except those required for emergencies or by law. It is the school's policy not to administer sunscreen or insect repellent. Parents must provide documentation that each child has received
the immunizations required by the State Board of Health before their
child can attend school. Parents must provide documentation that each child has had a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician before their child can attend school. Within twelve months of entering Kindergarten, parents must provide documentation of physical examination by or under the direction of a physician as well as updated immunization information. Children should not return to school following an illness until all symptoms (temperature, vomiting, diarrhea, etc.) have disappeared for at least a 24-hour period. Following an absence from school with certain illnesses (chicken pox, fifth's disease, mono, lice, etc.) students must have a note from the doctor before returning to school that states the student is clear of all symptoms. Parent(s)/guardians agree to inform the school within 24 hours
or the next school day after his child or any member of the immediate
household has developed a reportable communicable disease, as defined
by the State Board of Health, except for life threatening diseases
which must be reported immediately.
DO:
DO NOT:
Participation, for students in grades four through eight, in all interscholastic sports will be determined using the following guidelines: 1.Each student must maintain a "C" average overall in order to participate. 2.At the discretion of a coach or teacher, a student may be withheld from participating in one or more athletic events due to academic and/or disciplinary problems. 3.When parental permission is granted for a student to play in games away from school, it should be understood that the parent must share the responsibility of transporting team members when called upon. 4.Parents and students are expected to display and promote good sportsmanship 5. Please refer to the Athletic Handbook for any other athletic related information or questions.
EARLY CHILDHOOD 3 and PRE-KINDERGARTEN 4/5
The Commonwealth of Virginia helps assure parents that child day care programs that assume responsibility for the supervision, protection, and well being of a child for any part of a 24 hour day are safe. Title 63.1, chapter 10 of the Code of Virginia gives the Department of Social Services authority to license these programs. While there are some legislative exemptions to licensure, licensed programs include child day care centers, family day homes, child day center systems, and family day systems. The state may also voluntarily register family day homes not required to be licensed. Standards for licensed child day centers address certain health precautions, adequate play space, a ratio of children per staff member, equipment, program, and record keeping. Criminal record checks and specific qualifications for staff and most volunteers working directly with children are also required. Standards require the facility to meet applicable fire, health, and building codes. Compliance with standards is determined by announced and unannounced visits to the program by licensing staff within the Department of Social Services. In addition, parents or other individuals may register a complaint about a program, which will be investigated if it violates a standard. Three types of licenses may be issued to programs. Conditional licenses may be issued to a new program to allow up to six months for the program to demonstrate compliance with the standards. A regular license is issued when the program substantially meets the standards for licensure. A provisional license, which cannot exceed six months, is issued when the program is temporarily unable to comply with the standards. Operating without a license when required constitutes a misdemeanor, which, upon conviction, can be punishable by a fine of up to $100 or imprisonment of up to 12 months or both for each day's violation. The school's most current license is posted in the main office. If you would like additional information about the licensing of child day programs or would like to register a complaint, please contact the Regional Office of Social Services closet to you. Central Regional Office
We believe the Early Childhood programs to be a bridge between the family centered life of a young child and his role as a citizen of the larger school community. We wish to install within each child the joy of learning, a sense of self worth and the skills needed to interact positively with others. At each level, educational experience appropriate to the developmental needs of the child will be provided. Our goal is to prepare each individual to meet the social, emotional, physical, and academic challenges of the primary curriculum at Aylett Country Day School. The school strives to provide quality educational opportunities for the children of the community without regard to race, color, creed, or ethnic origin; to develop the full potential of each individual in mind, body, and spirit; to strengthen each child's ability to think for himself; and to cultivate the desire to learn.
Board of Directors
We are pleased that our teachers and classroom aides have extensive training and experience. Each teacher holds at least one college degree and/or continues her training through regular enrollment in college or graduate level courses, workshops, and conferences. Classroom aides attend in-service training sessions and workshops and participate, along with the teachers. All early childhood employees have been cleared through the State Criminal Records System. Employees are required to have T.B. tests administered every two years.
Early Childhood 3 Margaret Hester Pre-Kindergarten 4 Eileen Smith Pre-Kindergarten 5 Wanda Ryan
The early childhood program maintains an open-door policy. Parents may visit the program at any time without notice. Sometimes the behavior your child exhibits during your visit is not his/her typical behavior but your visits help you understand our routine and get to know your child's classmates.
Let him/her know how excited you are that he/she is now in school. Ask questions and praise projects brought home. They represent important developmental stages. It's great fun to save a few and see their growth by the end of the year. Be sure to date them because time goes by so quickly you may just forget.
If you provide your child's transportation, make every effort to have him/her at school on time and pick him/her up promptly at the end of the day. This will become a secure routine for him/her, and he/she will look forward to sharing with you the events of the day. If you arrive after the 8:30 a.m. bell, you must sign your child in at the office, then walk the child to the classroom. The classroom teacher is responsible for her students until the designated adult arrives to pick up the child at the end of the day. If the adult is late, the child returns to the classroom with the teachers and must be picked up there. Designated adults include only those persons listed on the Emergency Medical Information and Authorization Form, which you fill out at the beginning of each school year. Changes is designated adults must be made in writing. When leaving your child at school, it is best not to linger. Be
firm and loving with your child - tell him/her that you're off "to
work" or to "do errands", etc. and that you will
be back after they have had their snack and fun. This is very difficult
if your Children who ride school buses are supervised at arrival and departure times by school personnel. The route between bus and school is safe and away from moving traffic. Your child will be put on his regular bus unless the school is otherwise instructed in writing.
Aylett Country Day School carries a student accident insurance policy on all students. Please check at the office if you need to make a claim.
The school will follow all guidelines set up by the Social Services Child Protective Services. Each teacher will be issued the booklet entitled "Child Abuse and Neglect". Reports of suspected neglect would be directed to the child's home county.
Children running temperatures should not be sent to school. When your child becomes sick at school, we will make every attempt to notify you. If we cannot locate you, we will then notify the persons listed as emergency contacts. If your child is diagnosed as having a communicable disease, such as chicken pox, strep, or head lice, please notify the school. Please review the MEDICATION-IMMUNIZATION-ILLNESS POLICY.
Dress your child for school in comfortable play clothes and tennis shoes. They crawl, climb and run a part of each day. Cowboy boots and slick soled dress shoes can cause accidents. Each child needs to bring an extra set of clothing to be kept at school. Pants that can be removed easily by the child when toileting are good for that "grown-up" feeling if independence. Refer to the school's entire DRESS CODE POLICY. SCHOOL ATTENDANCE Encourage regular school attendance. We've found that missing even a day or two can be difficult for some children. Please refer to page 15 for additional attendance information.
Rest mats must be vinyl covered and at least 1" in thickness. We recommend a 1" x 19" x 45" Kindermat available at most Wal-Mart stores. The school is required to sanitize mats after each use and parents are required to provide linens or a light weight cover which will be sent home weekly for washing. We suggest a one piece cover of your choice which measures about 45" x 45". This will allow your child to lie on the sheet or blanket and be covered by it. Please label linens and mats with your child's name.
The Department of Social Services asks us to monitor food that is brought by the children for snack and lunch. Their interest is to insure that children are eating nutritionally balanced and safe foods. They recommend that snacks include foods from at least two food groups (juice and crackers, yogurt and juice, fruit and cheese, etc.) They strongly discourage foods that pose potential choking hazards such as raisins, peanuts, popcorn, whole grapes, cut up hot dogs, and sunflower or other seeds.
Please refer to the related policy.
We are here to provide for you and your child a positive, enriching experience. It is important for us to know of anything unusual that is going on in your child's life. (For example, a parent away on a trip, a separation or divorce, relative visiting, death, etc.) Pre-schoolers are very aware and sensitive to family changes, and it is important for us to be well informed so we can work with your child. A copy of the classroom daily schedule is posted in each classroom
for parents to review.
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