Preschool Advisory Board:
		Chairperson and Children's Pastor			Jim O'Connor
		Vice Chairperson			Karen Woodhouse
		Treasurer			Joe Seddio
		Secretary			Crystal Rodriguez
		Staff/Web Pages
		Preschool Director			Karen Woodhouse
		Teacher			Ms. Malague
		Teacher			Mrs. Busbee
		Teacher			Ms. Mathews
		Teacher			Ms. Chapman
		Teacher			Ms. Cheryl

Who We Are
Calvary Kids Care is a preschool ministry of Calvary Chapel of St. Petersburg, Inc. We are an extension of the church's Children's Ministry and function under the leadership of Senior Pastor Danny Hodges & Children's Pastor Jim O'Connor.

We are committed to teaching and caring for 2-5 year-olds. Although we have an emphasis on ministering to single parent families, we welcome the chance to minister to all families. It is our goal to support you and your family in what ever way we are able and to show God's love to you in a tangible way.

Calvary Kids Care abides by laws of the State of Florida as well as the laws and requirements stated in the Licensing Regulations and Resources for Pinellas County Children's Centers Manual from Pinellas County License Board for Children's Centers and Family Day Care Homes. We are a licensed facility and regularly undergo fire, health, and safety inspections.

Mission & Philosophy
We believe that early childhood is a time of exploring and discovering in a fun and safe environment.

Our purpose is to provide an atmosphere that encourages spiritual growth, academic training, physical progress, and social development through engaging learning activities. Our small teacher-to-child ratio allows our teachers to provide attention to individuals and small groups.

At CKC, children participate in a variety of indoor and outdoor activities. Music and Chapel are also an important part of the curriculum. In addition to providing an enriched age-appropriate learning environment, children will be taught using a variety of instructional styles and curriculum. Our materials include the University of the Nations Bible Curriculum, Abeka books, and Montessori materials.

Sample Schedule
VPK Full-Day
Classroom Schedule

7:00 - 9:00 Before Care in ABC or on the Playground
9:00 - 9:40 Lavatory/ Circle
9:40 - 10:00 Snack
10:00 - 11:00 Center Time
11:00 - 11:30 Special Activities: Music/ Chapel W, F
11:30 - 12:00 Story Time/ Gross Motor
12:00 - 12:30 Lunch
12:30 - 1:00 Playground
1:00 - 3:00 Lavatory/ Rest Time
3:00 - 3:30 Lavatory/ Snack
3:30 - 4:30 Center Time
4:30 - 6:00 ABC/ Outside

Weekly Special Activities:
Each Friday we conduct a chapel service for the children. The worship service may include singing, signing, instruments, movement, a Bible story or object lesson, and prayer. Music classes will be available to all children once a week at no additional charge.

Hours:
The preschool is open from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday -Friday. Our part-time VPK Classes are from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Arrival Time is 7-7:15 a.m. :
The preschool entrance and parent/legal guardian parking are located outside the East Lobby entrance.

Departure Time is 5:45-6 p.m.:
Any child not picked-up and signed out by 6 p.m. will be taken to the Director's office to await the parent/legal guardian's arrival. A $5 late charge will be assessed at that point and an additional $5 for every five minutes thereafter.

Late Notice Required:
Phone calls are required for any parent/legal guardian not at the preschool by 6 p.m. to inform the preschool of the parent/legal guardian's situation, but it is not considered in lieu of the late fee.

All Other Arrivals And Deptures:
MUST BE WALKED TO OR FROM THE CLASSROOM BY THE PARENT/LEGAL GUARDIAN OR STAFF MEMBER. Do not leave children unattended! It is the responsibility of the parent/legal guardian to properly secure the child in the vehicle.

All Changes in Pick-Up Arrangements:
The parent/legal guardian is required to send a note or fill out the proper form if there is a change in the pick-up arrangement for their child.

School Closings:
School is closed during our approved holidays. Please check the Holiday Schedule. Also, if the Pinellas County Schools close due to incumbent weather, the preschool will also be closed.

CKC's School Year:
Your child shall be enrolled for the entire school year which is from the beginning of August to the middle of May to coincide with the Pinellas County Public School year. Although Calvary Kids Care is a year-round preschool. In order to retain your child's place in our preschool, your child must attend the preschool year-round.

Placement in Class :
Children will be placed in classes based on their age on September 1 of the current school year. This is consistent with the public school placement law. Two year-olds do not need to be potty trained. Three and four year-olds should be potty trained or in pull ups. Children stay in their classroom and move up together with their classmates in the fall when the new school year begins.

Rates & Fees:
Tuition Rates
Two-year olds - $110
Three-year olds - $110
Four-year olds - $110
VPK (with before & after Care) - $85
VPK Part Time is free! - $0

Registration Fee:
A non-refundable registration fee of $110 must accompany each application.

Tuition:
Payment is due the first day of the Week regardless of the child's attendance. Payments may be made in advance for the entire month. Please put your tuition payments in the drop box located outside the preschool office.

Late Payment:
If a child's tuition becomes 15 days past due, a payment plan must be worked out. Should that payment plan not be adhered to it could result in the dismissal of the student. Failure to pay within thirty (30) days of the due date without explanation to Calvary Kids Care Director or Advisory Board will result in the dismissal of the child.

Payment by Check:
To receive proper credit for payments, please make checks payable to Calvary Chapel St. Petersburg with Calvary Kids Care in the memo line. Any returned checks will be assessed the current bank charge amount (currently $30).

Scholarships:
Applications are available from the Director and will be reviewed by Pastoral overseers and/or the Preschool Advisory Board. Approval may be awarded for a specific amount of money over a specific time period based on need and circumstances. The single-parent/legal guardian must be working a minimum of 20-25 hours per week continuously throughout the school year in order for the child to remain enrolled and to receive any available scholarships.

Withdrawing Your Child:
If a parent/legal guardian intends to withdraw a child from school before the 15th of any given month, the parent/legal guardian must give two (2) weeks notice before the first of that month and will be responsible for that month's tuition. If no notice is given or if withdrawn after the 15th, full tuition is due.

Continuing Enrollment:
All previous outstanding fees must be paid by August 1 to retain any child's place for the new school term.

Refunds:
No refunds or credit is allowed for absence, illness or vacation. Any exemption to this policy should be presented in writing, with the necessary.

Health Hazards:
Parents/legal guardians are required to notify the school whenever a child has been exposed to a contagious disease.

Nutrition:
Parents/legal guardians are required to provide a nutritious lunch consisting of four different food groups. No candies, cakes, cupcakes, cookies or sodas are permitted. Calvary Kids Care will inform parents/legal guardians when the preschool will begin offering nutritious breakfasts and/or lunches and the additional costs, if any.

Medication:
Calvary Kids Care administers prescription medication only in an emergency. Prescription medications must be properly labeled with the name of physician, child's name, name of medication and medication directions. Any medications that are expired or no longer being administered will be returned to the parent/legal guardian. All medications are dispensed according to the written label directions. A record or log will be kept of any medicine administered to a child.

Proper Rest:
Make sure your child has had a good night sleep and is healthy before arriving at school. Keep your child on a consistent time schedule for beginning the school day.

Communication:
Let your child's teacher or the Director know of any changes at home that might have an affect on your child's actions at school (i.e. sickness, changes in custody, a family death, etc.). When questions or concerns arise, communicate with the teacher first; then the Director. If the concern is unsatisfactorily addressed, a letter may be written to Pastor Jim O'Connor.

Field Trips:
A signed permission slip by the parent/legal guardian will be required for each child for each field trip.

Open Door Policy:
Calvary Kids Care has an open-door policy. Parents/legal guardians are welcome to visit their child at any time. Any parent/legal guardian or visitor to the school will need to be accompanied by the Director or a staff member with the Director's permission to the classroom. If at all possible, parents/legal guardians are required to have prior consent of the child's teacher or Director on specifically arranged days before entering the classroom (i.e. class parties, holiday celebrations).

Conferences:
Parent/legal guardian conferences may be scheduled before or after school, by appointment only through the Director to discuss progress or problems your child might have. No visitors may travel unaccompanied through the preschool or church hallways.

News:
Make sure you keep up-to-date with the preschool happenings by reading our monthly newsletter. The Director will send home a monthly newsletter which includes important dates, events and schedule changes. It is required reading for all parents! Please post any changes to your calendar. Teachers will send home updates on class news.

Change of Clothes:
A complete change of clothes (for current weather) stored in a Ziploc bag is required for all children.

Supplies:
Parents/legal guardians are required to provide diapers or pull-ups for any child who is not potty trained.

Calvary Kid's Care will be closed on the following days. Please mark your calendar and plan ahead for these dates!

Holiday Schedule for 2007-2008
Christmas Eve 12/24/07
Christmas Day 12/25/07
Christmas Week 12/26/07 to 12/31/07
New Year's Eve 12/31/07
New Year's Day 01/01/08
Good Friday 03/21/08
Memorial Day 05/25/08
July 4th 07/04/08

Holiday Schedule 2008-2009 School Year
July 4th 07/04/08
Labor Day 09/01/08
Thanksgiving Day 11/27/08
Friday after 11/28/08
Christmas Break 12/24/08 to 12/26/08
New Year's Break 12/31/08 to 01/02/09
Good Friday 03/21/09
Memorial Day 05/26/09
July 4th 07/04/09

Other Important Dates
VPK Parent Conferences 05/15/09
Final Day of VPK 05/20/09
VPK Graduation Ceremony 05/23/09
VPK Open House 08/14/09
Children Advance Classes 08/18/09
VPK Starts 08/19/09

All children must have current health records on file which include, but are not limited to:

1. Current Student Health Examination must be submitted within thirty (30) days of enrollment which is valid for two (2) years.
2. Current Certificate of Immunization must be submitted within thirty (30) days of enrollment.
3. A child may have a religious exemption from health examination or medical treatment upon written request of the parent/legal guardian. The parent/legal guardian must complete the proper Pinellas County Health Department form "Religious Exemption from Immunization" and must be kept on file at the Preschool.
4. Parents/guardians will be required to keep their children at home when he/she has:
- A fever and/or chills
- Inflamed eyes
- A sore throat
- Head lice
- Nausea and/or vomiting
- Open sores
- Ear ache
- Rash
- Diarrhea
- Impetigo
- Runny nose and/or coughing

EMERGENCY PROCEDURES:
Calvary Kids Care conducts fire drills and lockdown drills once per month. The emergency evacuation steps are listed on the wall beside the exit in each classroom. We also have fire and health inspections on a regular basis. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the Director.