Jewett United Methodist Church
223 South Broadway Street
Jewett, Texas

Building on the Word of God                                                                                    (903) 626-4003

 Child Builders Christian School

CURRICULUM

We include various methods of teaching. We are following the Texas Education Agency Curriculum for Pre-kindergarten and Kindergarten. We encourage the child to take personal responsibility for his or her actions, resulting in the development of strong personal awareness and self-respect.

We have specially designed Montessori materials within each area of the curriculum. They are attractive, concrete, orderly, sequential, and allow for a maximum amount of self correction. The exercises within the areas of activity include: Practical Life, Language and early literacy, Mathematics, Art, Music, Social Studies, Science, Physical Education, Technology education and the Bible.

PROGRAM HOURS

The Full Day Program

Children enrolled in the program may arrive as early as 7:00 a.m. and stay as late as 5:30 p.m.

The School Program

Arrival time is between 8:40 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. An Assistant Teacher or Teacher will be available to assist children during arrival time. School dismissal is 3:00 p.m.

The Three Day Program

Hours are 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Parents may choose the three days per week that children attend, but must bring children on the same days each week.

Children should arrive promptly for class time. Please use the east drive-through entrance when arriving or picking up your child. Please allow the assistant teacher to escort any late arrivals into the classroom to prevent class interruption.

Consistent tardiness is disruptive, and will be addressed. After school drop-in fee of $5.00 (hourly rate) is payable at time services are rendered. A late pick-up fee of $5.00 will be assessed when children are picked up late. If you know that you are going to be detained, please notify the school as soon as possible.

ENROLLMENT

Children are accepted on an individual basis for the entire 10 month school year or for the balance of each remaining year. Enrollment forms and immunization records must be completed before your child can be admitted into our school programs.

Currently enrolled children are given the opportunity to pre-register for the next term prior to the opening of registration to the community at large.

DEPOSIT AND SUPPLY FEE

The deposit and annual non-refundable supply fee is payable upon receipt of acceptance of your child into the school program. The deposit is non-interest bearing and will continue from year-to-year.

TUITION FEES

Tuition fees are payable on a monthly schedule. Tuition fees are to be submitted in ten equal monthly payments. Fee are due on or before the first school day of each month.

A ten percent (10%) late payment charge will be assessed on all fees received on/after the fifth school day of the month.

After school drop-in fee of $5.00 (hourly rate) is payable at time services are rendered. A late pick-up fee of $5.00 per hour or part of hour, will be assessed when children are picked up late. If you know that you are going to be detained, please notify the school as early as possible.

ATTENDANCE AND ABSENTEEISM

We are a school. Regular attendance is of the utmost importance. Please notify the school in the event that your child is ill or unable to attend class. Absenteeism will have no effect on tuition fees.

AUTHORIZATION TO PICK UP CHILDREN

Children will only be released to persons who are listed on the child's enrollment form and the emergency card. The only exception will require a written note from the parent or guardian and a presentation of identification from the person picking up the child. In cases of divorce or legal separation, verification of legal custody is required (a copy of the court order which names the managing conservator of the child).

MEDICATION

All medication must be in the original containers and marked with the child's name and date. Medication cannot be dispensed without written permission from the parent or guardian. The medication must be administered as stated on the label directions, or as amended by a physician.

Medication will only be dispensed at the times specified on the medication chart. All medication must be handed to a staff member. Please do not place medication in children's lunch bags. Medication must be returned to the parent at the conclusion of the day.

ILLNESS

If your child develops a fever or other symptoms of illness while at school, you will be notified to pick up your child. Please do not send your child to school with fever. Children must be free of fever for 24 hours prior to returning to school. Children will not be allowed in school with any type of rash or eye infection without a doctor's release.

EMERGENCIES

In case of accidental injury or sudden illness, proper care will be given and an immediate attempt to contact a parent will be made. Should it be deemed necessary, we will also call an ambulance and/or paramedics. Until the arrival of one of the above, the Director or another staff member will be in charge and make all decisions about the care of your child. You will be expected to assume responsibility for any resultant expense It is to your child's benefit that you keep the school up to date on emergency numbers, phone numbers, and other information. All school personnel are required to have training in Emergency First Aid and CPR.

SUPPLIES

Parents need to provide the following items:

1.  A complete change of clothing for emergencies. (Please enclose the change of clothing
     in a large zip-lock bag labeled with your child's name.)

2.  Hair brush or comb

3.  Box of tissue

4.  One-half inch (1/2")  thick waterproof nap mat

5.  Polaroid (Staff will advise size)

6.  Small Blanket

Special supplies may be required. You will be notified if the need should arise.

If pillow is desired, it must be no larger than a baby pillow size. Please do not send large blankets or stuffed animals, due to limited storage. All personal items must be labeled with your child's name.

It is the responsibility of the parents to pick up each Friday the child's blanket/pillow. All must be laundered and returned on Monday morning.

ITEMS TO BRING TO SCHOOL

Articles on current themes of study, music of famous composers, articles from nature, fresh or wild flowers for flower arranging. Items for Show and Tell as requested.

ITEMS TO LEAVE AT HOME

Children need to leave at home: toys, children's purses, money, costume jewelry, drink thermoses, gum, candy, cosmetics, stuffed animals and large blankets.

LOST OR DAMAGED ITEMS

We are not responsible for lost or damaged personal items.

NUTRITION

Please ensure that your child has had a nutritional breakfast prior to school arrival. Children must finish all food before entering school.

Nutritional morning snacks are provided by the parents on a rotation basis. The weekly snack menu and schedule of snack participation is posted on the bulletin board for your review. The snack basket will be sent home with your child on Friday and needs to be returned on Monday with an assortment of fresh fruits, fresh vegetables, muffins, crackers, cheese, or peanut butter for the weekly period.

By state guideline regulations, parents should provide a nutritional lunch containing a protein, vegetable, fruit,

and grain product. The school will provide milk for the children's lunch. We encourage you not to send food products which are high in sugar or salt. This is to encourage the children to learn to enjoy nutritious foods.

Children are urged to eat at least some of each item in their lunch before any dessert.

For children in the Full Day Program (those who stay beyond 3 p.m.), the school provides a nutritious afternoon snack.

BIRTHDAYS

We celebrate birthdays during the morning group period. A birthday letter will be sent home prior to your child's birthday explaining the celebration date and birthday story. Parents are welcome to attend their child's birthday celebration. Children whose birthdays fall during the summer months may wish to celebrate their birthday during the month of May or September. Please let us know your preference.

FIELD TRIPS

A field trip release form will be required for each field trip, any time students are to be taken from school premises.

PICTURES

Individual and group school pictures will be taken. Parents are under no obligation to purchase these pictures. We reserve the right to use the photos for parent meetings and school advertisement. If you prefer that your child's picture not be used, we must receive your written objection within 10 days of child's first attendance at school.

CLOTHING TO WEAR TO SCHOOL

Children should wear comfortable play clothes which allow them to run, jump, and play. It is important for the child to be able to handle his clothes independently, particularly in the bathroom. Clothing which is an obstacle to the child's independence should not be worn: jumpsuits, overalls, or large belt buckles. Please provide sweaters or jackets for cool weather. The best shoes for outdoor play are tennis shoes, crepe sole shoes, or oxfords. For safety reasons, we request that children do not wear cowboy boots or flip-flops to school. Excessively long shoe laces and double knots are difficult for children to manage independently.

HOLIDAYS AND VACATION PERIODS

We are closed on the following holidays each year: Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and the following Friday, Christmas Break, Spring Break, and Good Friday. Tuition has been prorated over a 10 month period, taking into account the days the School is closed. Fees are the same every month.

In the event of severe weather, we will follow the Leon Independent School District with regard to school closures. This information will be given to the local television and radio stations.

DISCIPLINE PROCEDURE

The full extent of our discipline includes verbal communication with the child and/or isolation from activity. If a child continues to be disruptive and a distraction to the class, the parents will be contacted for discussion of the unacceptable behavior. We strive for close cooperation between teacher/director and parents.

COMPLAINT PROCEDURE

Please feel free to discuss with Teacher or the Director any concerns you may have about your child's developmental progress, behavior, or daily routine. An appointment may

be made with the Teacher or Director for you to address any concerns. Any concerns with the school policies or with a staff member should be addressed only to the Director.

In the event of lack of agreement or procedure between staff members and parents, the Director will make the final decision. In the event of lack of agreement between parents and the Director, the Director will attempt to resolve the difference. If this is unsatisfactory, the Director will ask for arbitration from the Board of Directors after notifying the parties involved.

PARENT SUPPORT GROUP EXPECTATIONS

To assist your child's progress, there are many things you as a parent can do:

Start each day with a positive attitude.
Show a sincere interest in your child's activities. Allow your child to show you his or her new activities.
Allow your child to complete and put away his project upon your arrival.
Encourage your child to tell you about his day.
Encourage your child to dress himself and put away his toys at home.
Give your child assigned responsibilities at home.
Attend Parent-Teacher conferences two times each year.
Attend Parent Support Group meetings.
Observe your child in the classroom setting at least twice each year.

Support your school activities, fund raisers, and at least one field trip each year.
Enjoy your child and his/her early school years.
These years are only here this once in a lifetime!

For additional information or to schedule a facility tour contact the school director at (903) 626-5788 or send us an e-mail using the link below:

  Questions?  Send us an e-mail, we look forward to hearing from you.

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