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Hello and welcome to Bethany Child Care! Please take a look at all our information below. We would love the opportunity to have you visit us and check us out! Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any other questions. Becky Gilleylen - BCC Director Click here for BCC's Monthly Newsletter summer 10 Our Philosophy - We believe that children are a gift from God, and that they need a loving, nurturing environment in which to grow and develop. We believe that young children learn best through play and hands-on free choice type activities, along with a developmental program that meets the emotional, social, academic, physical, and spiritual needs of the child. We believe in letting "children be children". We believe in promoting self-control in children which comes from a lot of practice in decision making. License We are licensed by the State of Michigan, and we comply with all the requirements for the operation of a child care center; ages six weeks through twelve years. Discipline We believe in using a positive approach when disciplining the children. We encourage them to develop self-control, to become self-directed, to treat others with respect, and to obey. If a problem develops, the teacher will talk with the child, and perhaps give him a "time out" away from the other children. We do not use physical punishments, such as spankings. Please note: Discipline policy packet provided in your family packet. Communication You will be made aware of your child's classroom schedule, activities, field trips, and various other items of interest through periodical newsletters, reminders on entrance door, as well as daily communication with your child's teachers. Infant & Toddler Program  Our infant/Toddler program begins a six weeks and continues through 2 1/2 years. We try to meet every need through daily activity, a needs-response record, and individual loving attention. Daily Activity Our staff services to meet each child's developmental need through play, singing, large and small motor skills, and reading. Daily Chart Our staff work closely with each parent to keep children on a projected feeding and nap schedule. A record is given to each parent including feeding, bottles, nap, medication, diaper changes, detailing the child's individual schedule, daily. Walkers & Toddlers Program  In addition to the basic program, walkers and toddlers are taught small and large muscle development through games, outdoor play, and music. Potty training if offered at two years and is given individual staff attention. Morning and afternoon snack is provided for all those who are taking table food.  Preschool Program - Statement of Purpose The purpose of Bethany Assembly of God Preschool is to provide a Christian learning environment for children 2 1/2 through 5 years of age. We also provide continued child care for kindergarten students. Our preschool is a place discover new concepts, materials, and thoughts, as well as an environment where a child can be creative, using a variety of materials and experiences. Preschool skills are taught according to the age and ability of the child. Curriculum We offer a well-balanced program including:
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Hours We are open from 6 am to 6 pm Monday - Friday. We are closed on the following holidays Good Friday, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and Friday following, Christmas Eve and Day through New Year's Day. School Closing We rarely close our school for any reason. When it becomes necessary, parents will be called to pick up their children and announcements will be made on WABJ, WLEN and WQTE. Dress Code Your child should be dressed appropriately for play at all times. Open toed shoes, sandals, flip flop's, and Crocs are not permitted. Some clothing could be changed or turned inside out if found not appropriate. Before/After School We provide child car before and after school for ages 6 through 12. Transportation is not provided. Summer Program Casual child care is provided for ages 2 1/2 through 12 with a relaxed fun-filled schedule. Activities include: team sports, sand play, riding bikes, swimming, and other field trips. Extra costs for these activities are communicated two weeks in advance through our newsletter. Fundraisers  Did you know that over 275 million ink cartridges are thrown away each year! It is time to recycle! So it is with GREAT enthusiasm that Bethany Child Care requests your FREE support to our funding alternative called ETCEP otherwise known as Education Technology and Conservation Exchange Program. ETCEP provides an opportunity for preschools and their communities to save empty laser, inkjet and fax cartridges in exchange for 5000 free hardware, educational software and playground equipment. BCC has been involved in this program since January 2001 and we have been very successful in collection of these empty cartridges due to the BCC parents and staff and Bethany Assembly of God. All money earned goes towards new equipment for the children of BCC. Your support of the ETCEP Program will help teach our children that recycling makes dollars and sense. Perhaps more important, your support will provide greatly to our children at BCC. We welcome your questions, support and cartridges. Thank you in advance for your participation. Please drop off items to BCC outside the office in the green container marked "Cartridges". Old Cell Phones  We are now accepting old cell phones to recycle parts. you do not need the battery, sim card, manual or charger. Please drop in the container by the sign on the counter. Here is a link to Bethany Child Care's Newsletter please click here summer 10 |
