Program Check In and Check Out
Each child is to be signed in by a parent, guardian, or staff member. There is an “information table and board” indicating where the Eagle’s Nest children and staff are at all times. Staff members are responsible for doing a head and name count every half hour and when the children move to a different area. The Eagle’s Nest sign-in sheet is with the children.
All absences must be reported to the Eagle’s Nest Club by dialing 303-347-4105. Please indicate your child’s name and the day of the absence.
All parents or authorized adults are required to enter the building to sign-in and sign-out and pick up their children in the afternoon.
Only authorized adults will be allowed to pick up a child. Authorized adults are to be listed on each registration form. Parents must advise the Eagle’s Nest staff of any changes in authorization.
Each child is to be signed out by a parent, guardian or authorized adult. No child will be allowed to check out of the program by him or her self or walk home alone.
Schedule
1. The Eagle’s Nest Club will operate from 6:30 a.m. – 8:20 a.m., 11:25 a.m.-3:10 p.m. for K+ and 3:10 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. The regular school day begins at 8:40 and ends at 3:10 p.m. On Minimum days, the program will operate on the same schedule with the after-school program beginning immediately after student dismissal.
2. The Eagle’s Nest Club follows the school calendar. The program operates on minimum days, in-service and conference days, but does not operate on legal holidays or other full day closures, such as snow days. The program is also closed on Spring Break and Winter Break. Rates reflect this operation schedule.
3. Early dismissal for snow and storm emergencies does not apply to the Eagle’s Nest Club. The program will remain open until all children are picked up. Eagle’s Nest will be provided on Late Start Days due to snow. The Eagle’s Nest staff will care for the children until school starts.
Activities
1. A monthly activity calendar and newsletter will be available for each family.
2. Children are expected to participate in planned physical education activities unless a note is received from a parent. Children are asked to wear appropriate clothing when participating in physical activities, including footwear.
3. Children will participate in supervised free time to allow transition between the structured school day and the organized eagle’s Nest Club enrichment activities.
Safety
For each activity offered, safety rules and procedures will be reviewed with the children. If an accident occurs, the following procedures will be followed:
1. The program staff member will assess the seriousness of any injuries and apply appropriate first aid procedures.
2. The program staff will contact the paramedics if necessary. Any expense incurred as a result of emergency treatment will be the responsibility of the parent.
3. Parents will be notified immediately.
4. A school accident report will be completed and filed with the district.
Meals and Snacks
During the afternoon session of Eagle’s Nest, children will receive a nutritious snack. The list of snacks is posted in the Eagle’s Nest classroom. A fifteen minute period of time will be allotted for snack daily.
On full days (summer and in-service days), parents will be responsible for providing lunch for their own child.
Field Trips
1. Parents will be notified in advance of any planned field trips.
2. Parent/Guardians’ request for permission to attend field trips is required on the registration form for each child.
3. Additional fees may be required for admission prices, lunches, or transportation costs.
4. A staff member will not be left at the school to supervise late arrival students, so please observe field trip departure times.
5. Parents may be asked to delay picking up their child(ren) until a specified time.
6. It is Littleton Public Schools policy that all students and staff, who are riding in district vehicles, be given all standard rules and procedures before departing. LPS bus drivers are CPR trained.
Transportation
Parents are expected to arrange transportation to and from Eagle’s Nest. The Littleton Public Schools transportation department will provide transportation for field trips. The Eagle’s Nest staff and bus driver supervise the children. The staff will have the student emergency cards with them at all times while on a field trip. The driver or a staff member will read the LPS emergency evacuation and bus safety rules to the students before the field trip. The buses have a two way radio communicate with the LPS transportation department.
Late Arrivals
If a student arrives late for any of the Eagle’s Nest Club activities, the parent or person responsible for signing the student in must escort the student to whatever area the group is in or conducting an activity. There is an information board designating where the group, which is by the parent table.
Lost Child
In the event that a child from the program becomes lost, all necessary steps will be taken to locate the child. If these attempts are unsuccessful within ten minutes, the proper authorities will be notified and the child’s parent/guardian will be contacted.
Illness Policy
If your child becomes ill while at the Eagle’s Nest Club, he/she will be isolated from the group to lie on a clean mat and be observed by a staff member. A parent/guardian will be notified and requested to take the child home or to a doctor.
Please keep your children home if they have a fever, diarrhea, vomiting, an unknown skin rash or outbreak or discharge from eyes or ears. Children are not only uncomfortable and fussy when they are ill, but may be contagious until treated.
Parents/guardians will be notified if an incident of infectious disease has been reported to the program. In turn, please contact The Eagle’s Nest Club if your child has been diagnosed with strep, measles, mumps, chicken pox, pin worms, scabies, pink eye or any other infectious disease.
Children should be free of fever and symptoms for at least 24 hours and display no sign of illness before returning to the program.
Medicine Administration
We prefer not to administer medications. If it is absolutely necessary for medicine to be administered, a medication form must be completed and on file with the Eagle’s Nest manager. Medicine must be in the original bottle. Medication will be stored in a lock box in the manager’s desk.
The Eagle’s Nest Staff is required to have medicine training provided by Children’s Hospital.
Nurse Practice Act Statement: The procedure for storing and administering children’s medicines and delegation of medication administration is in compliance with section 12-38-132, C.R.S., on the “Nurse Practice Act.”
Sunscreen
Sunscreen will be provided by Rocky Mountain Sunscreen Company. There will be a permission slip provided to allow Eagle’s Nest staff to help put sunscreen on your child. If your child burns easily, PLEASE have them bring a T-shirt to wear swimming. It is always a good idea for parents to put sunscreen on their child before arriving at Eagle’s Nest.
Toys/ Money from Home
Toys and money should be left at home unless brought for a specific sharing day or field trip. Any money or personal items brought to the program are sole responsibility of the child. The Eagle’s Nest staff cannot be responsible for toys or money brought from home. It is often difficult for children to share special toys or toys get lost or broken which causes anger and tears.
Video and Cable Viewing
The program will occasionally offer students the opportunity to view “G” rated and family oriented videos and/or educational television programs. Parental permission will be required if any subject matter received a “PG” rating. Please advise the staff upon your child’s enrollment of any concerns so that alternative activities may be offered to your child.
Staff
The program staff is qualified caring individuals who enjoy children and are dedicated early childhood education professionals. We welcome parents to discuss freely any suggestions, questions or concerns they might have.
Visitors
Visitors are welcome in the Eagle’s Nest program. For the safety of our students, please check in at the main office for assistance and directions. You will need to wear a visitor badge while spending time in the Eagle’s Nest. You will also need to sign the visitor log. Your cooperation and support is appreciated.
Inclement and Excessively Hot Weather
1. The children will not be allowed to play outside when the temperature falls below 20 degrees F, including the wind chill factor. The children will not play outside in moderate to heavy rain or snowfall or in heavy winds.
2. The children will be expected to wear appropriate outerwear.
3. The Eagle’s Nest Club will return to the building when lightning has been seen in the area.
4. The children will be expected to wear appropriate outerwear.
5. The children’s outdoor time will be closely monitored during hot days. There will be access to water and shade. We will be inside during the hottest part of the day. All children will wear sunscreen.
Natural Disaster Procedures
In the event of a natural disaster (tornado, flood, fire, electrical storm or power outage), the staff will follow the procedures set in the Littleton Public Schools Emergency Procedures Manual. The Emergency Procedure Manual is available for parent use.
Disenrollment Policy
A student may be disenrolled from the Eagle’s Nest Club for any of the following situations:
1. If a student has inappropriate behavior in which he or she endangers another student, staff member, or parent.
2. If a student creates an unsafe environment for himself or herself, another student, staff member, or parent.
3. If parent/guardian or a student is insubordinate, disrespectful and/or defiant to the Program Manager and/or staff members.
4. If tuition payments are not paid in a timely manner.
5. If a student is picked up after 6:00 P.M. on a regular basis. Late fees do apply.
Other
1. All children are expected to attend and participate on a regular basis to ensure continuity in their relationships and enrichment activities. Eagle’s Nest is not a drop in daycare.
2. Eagle’s Nest is not responsible for lost or stolen items. All lost items will be placed in the lost and found. Parents are encouraged to provide their children with a bag to keep all of their belongings. All clothing and personal items should be clearly labeled with the child’s name. Younger children should carry a change of clothing in their backpacks.
3. All District and School Policies, Rules and Procedures will apply to the Eagle’s Nest Program. Eagle’s Nest operates as an extension of the school day. For this reason, all rules and procedures that exist for students during school hours remain in place for the before and after school program. The LPS code of conduct will continue to be the foundation for positive behavior. The program manager will work closely with the building principal for any situations that involve major consistent deviations from the behavior outlined in the code of conduct. Warnings, conferences and temporary suspension from the program are examples of possible interventions.
Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect
Colorado law requires that staff in childcare settings report known or suspected child abuse and neglect. Staff who willfully fails to report can be punished and be liable for damages.
The Eagle’s Nest program is licensed by the state of Colorado and has met the required standards for the operation of a childcare facility. We make every effort to provide a safe and healthy environment for children. Unfortunately, on rare occasion, an incident of physical or sexual abuse may occur.
If you believe that your child has been abused, you should seek immediate assistance from your county department of Social Services. The telephone number to report child abuse is listed below:
Arapahoe County Human Services Department
14980 East Alameda Drive
Suite 007
Aurora, CO 80012
303-636-1750
For additional information regarding licensing or for concerns about a childcare facility contact Colorado Division of Child Care at 1575 Sherman Street Denver, Colorado 80203-1714 or by phone at 303-866-5958.