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About the ELC

1 & 2 YR. OLD CLASSES

Children are taught social and communication skills necessary to make friends, interact with others, and play freely.

Class time is 9:00-1:00. A mid-morning snack is provided. Parents pack a complete lunch and children must be able to feed themselves. Stretch & Grow is a health and exercise class held once a week that is part of the morning curriculum.

A relaxed schedule is followed within each class-room. Children participate in simple art projects, music, and storytelling. They learn through exploring the world around them. We talk about God’s love and all that He has created and His love for each child.

3 & 4 YR. OLD CLASSES

Children participate in developmental learning centers focusing on the use of manipulative materials, creative expression, and dramatic play which encourages language development. Art projects, games, activities, music, storytelling and creative play provide many opportunities for learning.

Class time is 9:00-1:00. A mid-morning snack is provided and the parents pack a complete lunch each day. Stretch & Grow is a health and exercise class held once a week that is part of the morning curriculum.

Children in the 3 and 4-year-old classes must be completely potty-trained.

We talk about God’s love and all that He has created, and His love for each child. Children attend chapel twice each month.

REGISTRATION

Fall registration for the 2006-2007 school year is on February 6th and 7th for currently enrolled students and church members. Open registration is on February 17th.

Summer Camp registration for currently enrolled students and church members is on April 6th. On April 7th, registration is open to the public.

CALENDAR

The Early Learning Center program follows the Duval County School calendar with minor revisions.

EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

Children participate in music each day. Field trips are offered for children in the 3 and 4-year-old classes. Optional gymnastics and dance classes are offered for 3 and 4-year-olds after class time.

FULLTIME CARE

This program serves working parents who need additional childcare before and after the morning class. Full-time care is provided from 7:30 a.m. to 5:45 p.m. Children must be 2 years old to participate.

Parents provide a complete lunch and the school provides morning and afternoon snacks.

Afternoon care includes nap or rest time, outside play, games, art, story time, and other fun, learning activities.

DROP-IN CARE

Drop-in care for early morning is an option offered for children two years old and older from7:30-9:00. Afternoon drop-in care is offered from 1:00-3:00 p.m. for children in the 3 and 4-year-old classes only.

ELC STAFF

All teachers and assistants are required to complete the 40-hour DCF class, CPR and First Aid. Lead teachers must have either a CDA, an AA degree, or a bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood or Elementary Education and have previous experience working with young children. Each employee is required to take a minimum of 10 hours of in-service training each year. All employees must possess a genuine love for children.

BUMCELC BOARD

The ELC Board consists of church members who meet monthly on a volunteer basis. They are responsible for matters relative to the operation and staffing of the Early Learning Center program.

LICENSE

BUMCELC is licensed by the Florida Department of Children and Families. Certain requirements must be met in order to remain in compliance with state regulations and renew our license each year. All employees are required to have the following: complete background screening, the 40 hour DCF childcare class, 10 hours of in-service training annually, and current certification in First Aid and CPR. Lead teachers are required to have a Child Development Associate credential (or its equivalent), a 2-year degree, or a 4-year degree in early childhood or elementary education. Child/teacher ratio requirements are strictly followed.

Each child registered is required to have on file up-to-date Florida medical forms indicating physical exam (form #3040) and immunization records (form #680). Accidents and/or incidents that occur during school hours are documented. Medical release forms must be completed and signed by the parent before any medication may be given.

The building inspector, fire marshall, and DCF supervisor conduct regular yearly inspections.

For additional information contact , Director of BUMCELC or call 904.249.0124

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