Transcript Parent Orientation Powerpoint-2014

Welcome!
We are very happy to
have you as new and
returning families. Our
Head Start, GA. Pre-K,
and Special Needs
programs will help your
child learn important
skills needed for a
successful kindergarten
transition.
Mrs. Donna Adams
Principal
LEADERSHIP QUALITIES OF A PRINCIPAL
A HIGHLY EFFECTIVE PRINCIPAL IS ABLE TO…..
1 Make decisions based on the students’ needs first
2 Highly visible to parents and students as the school’s representative
3 Approachable by staff and parents
….
4 Communicate in a timely manner with all stakeholders
5 Be an active listener to staff, parents and students
6 Problem solve in all situations
7 Rally staff and parents to convey school pride
8 Foster good relationships with staff and community
9 Be a role model through character and integrity
10 Be accountable and dependable
GA. PRE-K/PARTNERSHIP/
HEAD START/SPECIAL NEEDS
STUDENT CALENDAR
August 4, 2014
September 1, 2014
September 15– 19, 2014
November 4, 2014
First Day of School for Ga. PreK/Sped. Students
Labor Day Holiday - Center closed
Fall Break - Center closed
No Preschool Class
November 24-28 2014
December 22- January 2
January 5, 2015
January 19, 2015
February 16– 20, 2015
March 30-April 3, 2015
May 20, 2015
Thanksgiving Holidays - Center closed
Christmas Holidays - Center closed
First Student Day after Christmas Break
Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday - Center closed
Winter Break-Center Closed
Spring Break-Center Closed
Last Day of School for Head Start Students
May 25, 2015
Memorial Day-Center Closed
May 28, 2015
Last Day of School for Ga. PreK/Sped Students
ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE PLANS
See Center Handout
Center Drop-off Times
Head Start/Ga. PreK &
AM Half Day Special Needs Students :
7:30-7:45
PM Half Day Special Needs Students: 10:30-10:45
Center Pick-up Times
Full Day/PM Half Day Special Needs Students: 1:30-1:45
Head Start/Ga. PreK Students: 1:45-2:00
*Last check out time is 1:30.
School is a good experience
to help your child become
more self confident and
independent.
Daily Absences
• Please call or e-mail us when your child is going to be absent.
• We are required to contact you when your child is
absent for 3 or more consecutive days. Excessive absences
could result in removal of your child from the program.
TARDIES
On time arrival is a school readiness skill.
If you have extenuating circumstances,
please see administration to discuss
PRESCRIPTION MEDICATIONS
•All medications must be
brought to the center by a parent
or guardian in their original
container with prescription label.
Parents are required to sign a
medication approval form before
the nurse can administer
medication.
ILLNESS
To insure the health of all children, if your child
has a fever, is vomiting or has diarrhea, you
MUST keep him/her home for 24 hours. Your
child should be symptom free before returning
to school.
Helpful Information
1. Please mark your child’s name on all personal items.
2. Children MUST have two current emergency phone
numbers on file.
3. Information provided on Inclement Weather Emergency
Form will be used when school is dismissed early. On
these occasions, see CCSD website for latest updates
4. Parents should follow the Cherokee County Preschool
Calendar.
5. Children should wear comfortable, washable clothes that
are suitable for outside play.
HELPFUL INFORMATION CONT.
7. Breakfast and lunch are provided
8. Parents may provide an alternate food for a child who is
diagnosed with a food allergy.
9. All allergies MUST be documented by a physician’s note.
10. A child who gets sick or runs a fever will need to be
picked up immediately by the parent or guardian.
11.Children are NOT allowed to bring toys to school unless
the teacher requests the items in a note, newsletter, etc.
12.All children must participate in outdoor activities.
13.Students should have a change of clothes in their bag
each day in case of accidents. Change of clothing should
be seasonally appropriate.
14. Students will not be released to anyone other than those
listed by the parents on file.
15. Parents should keep staff informed of any changes of
phone numbers, address, place of work, or baby sitters.
BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS
Teachers recognize each child’s birthday
We prefer that you celebrate the birthday outside
of the school day
Please contact your child’s teacher if you want to
provide a birthday “snack” or “treat”
Parent Communication
• Parent Handbook will provide valuable information regarding
center procedures.
• Teacher Newsletters- newsletters will be e-mailed or provided in
paper format, if requested, to parents every other Thurs. and
will focus on information regarding your child’s upcoming
activities.
• Center Newsletter-newsletters will be e-mailed, or provided in
paper format if requested, to parents every 2 months and will
focus on information regarding upcoming center activities.
• Web Site (www.cherokee.k12.ga.us)-The Preschool website will
have information regarding the Preschool Centers and will be
updated on a consistent basis.
7:30 A.M. – 2:00 P.M.
7:30-7:45 …………..Student Arrival
10:30-10:45 ........Mid Day Special Needs Student Arrival
7:30– 11:30 …Breakfast/ Classroom Activities
11:30– 2:00 ….Lunch/ Classroom Activities
1:30 – 1:45 ……Special Needs Student Dismissal
1:45-2:00 …….Head Start/Ga. Pre-K Dismissal
Children are considered “TARDY” after 7:45 A.M.
Preschool Curriculum
Transportation
My World and Me
Taking Care of
Our World
Senses
Birds
Community
Helpers
Children’s Literature
Nutrition
Animals / Animals’ Homes
Seasons
LENDING LIBRARY
RB/LR: Lending Library- parents may check out
books for their child to take home and
read/enjoy together.
OG: Students check out books from the OGE
media center 2 x’s per month after story time.
TEACHER CONFERENCES
Teacher Conferences are expected by the program and
are very important to your child’s educational success.
Parents are expected to work with their child’s teacher
to participate in conferences throughout the year.
LENDING LIBRARY
RB/LR: Lending Library- parents may check out
books for their child to take home and
read/enjoy together.
.
OG: Students check out books from the OGE
media center 2 x’s per month after story time.
VOLUNTEERS ARE IMPORTANT
Complete
Volunteer Coordinator Information Form
VOLUNTEER FOR SPECIAL PROJECTS
Bulb Planting
Lending Library Needs
Community Partnerships
Parent Information Sharing
(Coffee with the Principal, etc.)
Spirit Nights
Festivals
Special Projects (building/grounds beautification, Male Involvement
emphasis Jan.-March, etc.)
*Please complete volunteer information form
PARENT INFORMATION CALENDAR
SCHOOL READINESS COUNCIL
Meet 4 times throughout the year, or as
needed, and discuss needs of the center
Develop plan for assisting transitions to
Kindergarten
DONATIONS
Please see the supply/wish list in your child’s
classroom for materials needed throughout
the year.
DISLAYS
Heath Dept.
Dentist
Head Start
Preschool T-shirt
Ferst Foundation
Head Start Program
Parent/Volunteer
Handbook
2014-2015
HEAD START CALENDAR
See Handout
HEAD START
FAMILY PARTNERS
What is a Family Partner? Family Partners are here to assist Head Start families with any
needs that may arise throughout the year. Please call or e-mail them with any needs you
might have.
RB-Ludi Allen
LR-Elizabeth Green
OG-Jo Morris
FAMILY PARTNERSHIP AGREEMENT
Parents are expected to work with their Family Partner to develop a Family
Partnership Agreement and will assist you with resources needed to successfully
meet your goal.
FAMILY PARTNERSHIP AGREEMENT (CONT’D)
Family Partners will check with parents periodically to
follow their progress on meeting their goal. These
conferences are very important to your child’s
educational success. Your cooperation in working with
your Family Partner and attending scheduled
meetings is expected.
HEALTH & DENTAL CARE

Health and dental exams must be completed by deadlines. Parents
cooperation in meeting these deadlines is expected. Family partners will
assist parents with these needs. Dental care is available at the
Cumming Health Center for students who don’t have a care plan.
Transportation is provided.
HEADSTART POLICY COUNCIL
Policy Council Representative:
Attend Policy Council Meetings at NDO in Gainesville approximately 4-6 times per year
Report Policy Council activities to Administrator
Council will elect Policy Council representative at orientation
CURRICULUM
Head Start’s primary curriculum is the research based
High Scope Model
a developmentally appropriate, school readiness
curriculum with scope and sequence appropriate for 3
and 4 year olds.
CURRICULUM (CONT’D)
Other programs and materials supplement this curriculum as needed
Parents are encouraged to participate in our curriculum by supplementing activities
and learning experiences which would complement our monthly unit topics
r.
This program teaches
children how to handle
emotions, daily situations, and
how to be considerate to
others.
Volunteering
Parents and
community members
are encouraged to
volunteer.
Part of our Head Start
budget requires us to
document volunteer time
throughout the year. This
process is called IN KIND.
Please remember we
depend on YOU to help us
meet this program
requirement.
APPROVAL OF HEAD START PARENT
MEETING/TRAINING CALENDAR
Motion to approve the Calendar
Second
Show of Hands