Eaton University - After School Program

Eaton Early Learning Center’s After School Program
25.S. Cottonwood Ave, Eaton, Colorado 80615
970-454-5580

Welcome to Eaton University at the Eaton Elementary School. We are so excited about our after school program!  Thank you for inquiring about our program.  In the Eaton University section below there is information about our policies and procedures and a registration page.  If you have any questions about Eaton University, please call Jen or Deena at 454-9400.  We look forward to hearing from you.

 Eaton University

We are dedicated to the learning and development of your child.  Our focus is on the child’s whole development.  As we believe education to be a top priority, we also see the need for children to have an enjoyable time to rest after a long day at school.  We want to provide an after school time while having some fun and stimulating their educational skills. The after school program is design to help the children with homework and enrich the children’s minds with fun themes. The afternoon is designed to first have fun but also incorporate literacy, math, reading, science and socialization. The teachers and tutors will help the children with the learning activities. During the afternoon your child can participate in writing stories, reading literature according to the course, as well as, participate in science, math and games surrounding the theme of the course.  We believe in hands-on activities as well as art and group learning projects.  The children can have options such as a yoga class, sewing, and special art classes where they can be involved.

Our Daily Routine...

Time	Subject/Activity
3:00-3:15	Snack time
3:15-4:00	Outside time, or gym time with supervision
4:00-5:00	Group time, if need be divided within age groups and or ability The centers will be designed around the theme for the week.  The centers will have the following structured learning activities:   Each area will have teachers and tutors to help  kids and to keep the focus on structured learning.  reading, flooding groups, writing math science projects  art area During this time the children will have an area for homework, we would like to have tutors available  to help the children.
5:00-5:30	Games at tables, & Structured  Large Motor activities
5:30	Closing Time

Record Keeping...

Eaton University at the Eaton Early Learning Center will need the following items:

1.  Registration/admission record (provided in packet)

2.  Fee for classes

3.  Medical and transportation authorization (provided in packet)

5.  Immunization record (all immunizations must be current)

Family and Parent Involvement...

We encourage constant communication with parents and teachers or staff.  Eaton University will:

1.  Maintain and strongly encourage an open door policy and parent involvement

2.  Provide an Eaton University Survey at the end of each course.

Non-Discrimination...

Our center is operated on a non-discriminatory basis.  Children are treated equally and services are made available without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, or ancestry.  Children with disabilities will be considered on an individual basis to determine if we can meet their developmental and physical needs.

Withdrawal Policy...

In the event that you need to withdraw your child from the program or from a course we require a  30 DAY WRITTEN NOTICE.  A full month of tuition is charged for each registration not cancelled in this manner.  In the unfortunate event that you are withdrawing from the program because of a problem please speak to us.  We encourage parent involvement and want to keep communication daily to avoid such situations.   Eaton Early Learning Center reserves the right to withdrawal After School Services at any time.    If a month notice is not given,  a month's fee for the course will be charged.   A two week written notice will be given in such event. 

Health...

Please do not send your child to school if they have any sign of illness.  If your child becomes ill while at school, we will notify you and you are expected to pick up your child immediately.  Your child will be isolated from the other children until the parent or designated adult arrives.  If you cannot be reached we will contact your emergency contact.  Please notify us if your child has a communicable disease and antibiotics must be taken for 24 hours before your child can return to school.

Medicine Administration...

The staff at Eaton University at The Eaton Early Learning Center will not administer any medication except for in emergency situations. 

Weather...

We will notify parents if we will be taking a field trip or going outside for an extended period of time.  Please put sunscreen on your child before they arrive at school. 

Sign In/Sign Out...

All children must be signed in at the time of arrival and signed out at the time of pick-up.  Children will only be released to adults listed on your child’s authorization form.  If someone other than those listed needs to pick up your child send a signed and dated note to school.  We will also be asking for at least one form of identification from this individual.  Please notify your child’s teacher if your child will be leaving school prior to his/her regular pick-up time.  We have a special instruction sheet in which we ask that you write any messages down for teachers.  The teachers use the attendance and instruction sheets throughout the day to account for all the children.  At the end of the day, the last teacher at the center will check the sign out sheet as well as check all rooms in the building to make sure all children are accounted for.

Transportation...

Transportation will be offered by the Eaton School District from Benjamin Eaton Elementary to the Eaton Elementary School.  Please notify the Eaton University staff if your child will be riding the bus from Benjamin Eaton School.  Transportation safety rules of the Eaton School District will be followed.

Snack...

The Eaton Early Learning Center will provide a  nutritious afternoon snack.  We are a PEANUT FREE SCHOOL.

Late Child Pick Up...

Eaton University ends at 5::30p.m. If you are late picking up your child you will be charged $1.00 for every minute you are past the closing time.  Eaton University will no longer be under the care and liability of the Eaton Early Learning Center. This will be payable to the teacher that is staying late. They will first contact you and if they are unable to reach you they will contact the Director.  Emergency contacts will also be called until the parent is located.

Visitor Policy...

We have an open visitation policy. Parents and extended family are encouraged to observe and participate at any time.  All visitors who wish to observe our program are welcome.  Please make arrangements with the director.  All visitors are required to sign our Visitor Record Sheet and may be asked to show a Picture ID.   

Field Trips...

Field trips will be taken in some courses.  Parents are required to sign a permission slip before any trip is taken.  The Eaton Early Learning Center follows Colorado State Laws regarding seat belt use.  Children at least 6 years old and at least 55" tall must wear a safety belt.  Children will always be restrained in a safety device and are not permitted to stand or sit on the floor and arms, legs, and head must remain inside the vehicle at all times.  Children will not be left unattended in the vehicle.  All teachers will have a first aid kit and be current with First Aid and CPR classes.

Arriving Late..

We will post a sign on the door stating where we are at and when we are due to return when we leave for a field trip.  If you are arriving late, you may bring your child to the location of the field trip.

Personal Belongings...

Please send your child to school with a backpack.  We recommend that only necessary items are to be brought to school.  If money or valuable items are brought to school, we will ask them to keep it in their backpack.

Discipline...

Eaton University has center rules that ensure safety, comfort and happiness.  We are also firm believers in appropriate discipline.  Harsh punishment is not necessary but instead we use redirection, positive reinforcement, talking with the child and separation of the child from problem situations.  We will discuss any matter with the parents explaining the situation and the course of action that was taken.  We believe in meeting the needs of children socially and emotionally and will strive to have the children problem solve as much as possible.

Television  and Video Viewing...

We do not have equipment at the school for video or television viewing.  In the event that there will be a movie, we will have a sign posted for parent's permission.

School Closures...

In the event of school closure, announcements will be made on the local radio stations of KFKA 1310 AM, KUAD 99.1 FM and KGRE 1450 AM.  If closures happen during the day, parents will be notified by phone to pick up their child early.  If the center has to be closed down for an emergency, we will be at the Eaton Fire Station.  We will always carry the cell phone 297-2187, and have attendance sheets with us.  We will be making phone calls to all parents letting them know about our situation.  If the Eaton School District is closed, the Eaton University will also be closed.

Holiday Closures...

We will follow the Eaton School District Calendar.  We close on all major holiday breaks including Thanksgiving, Christmas and Spring Break.  We will also close on the following holidays: Labor Day, Martin Luther King's Day, President's Day, Memorial Day and the Fourth of July as per the Eaton School District Calendar.  Please refer to the enclosed calendar on specific dates of closures.  Closures are posted on monthly newsletters and teacher bulletin boards.  The only days that we are open that the school district is not is on teacher in-service days.  We will also close in August (days to be determined) for staff training and teacher prep days.

Missing Persons...

If a child is missing, the Director or head teacher will be notified immediately so that the assigned staff can search the building and grounds.  If the child is not found, the Director or head teacher will take the appropriate steps to notify the police/guardian and conduct a search of the surrounding areas.

Fire Drills...

The school will practice fire drills throughout the year.  At the sound of the fire alarm, all classes will go to their designated areas.  Each teacher is required to have the attendance sheet, cordless phone and emergency bag.  One teacher will check the bathrooms to make sure everyone is out of the room.  Attendance will be taken at designated areas and children will be kept in a  group until further notice from firefighters.

Tornado...

In the event of a tornado, all children will gather in the designated safety zone.  During this time we will also be listening to the radio to hear the weather it information.  The staff will keep the phone and the emergency bag with them.

Facility Closure...

If the center has to be closed down for an emergency, we will be at the Eaton Fire Station.  We will always carry the cell phone 297-2187 and have attendance sheets with us.  We will be making phone calls to all parents letting them know about our situation.

Filing Complaints/Reporting Child Abuse...

In the event of a complaint or concern about the facility, parents may contact Weld County Social Services at 970-352-1551 ext. 6211 or the Division of Child Care at 1575 Sherman St.  Denver, CO 80203-5958/ 303-866-5948.  This information is also posted in the center by the front desk.  The Eaton Early Learning Center is a mandated reporting facility.  Eaton University is a mandated reporting program.

 

Eaton University Financial Contract:
  (click here for printable copy)

 

1. Registration and supply fee of $60.00 and is payable yearly.

2. Tuition  for ___________days per week (M, T, W, Th, F)  for ______________(child's name)         is ________________per month.  Tuition is due on the fifth of each month.  If your payment is not made within the first five calendar days of the month, there will be a $20.00 late charge added to your account.  Tuition and fees are subject to change with 30 days written notice.

3. A $40.00 handling charge will be added to your account for all checks returned for insufficient funds.

4. No reductions of tuition and fees are made for illness or any other absence of the child.

5. Children not picked up by 5:30, closing time will no longer be under the care and liability of the Eaton Early Learning Center.  Our teachers will charge $1.00 for every minute that your child is at the center after closing time.

6. Payments not made within 30 days will be sent to collection of the due balance, plus late charges of $20.00 per month  and any collection fees.
   
7. Advance notice of 30 days  is required in writing if your child is withdrawn from Eaton University at The Eaton Early Learning Center.  If a two week notice is not given, the fee for the course will be charged.  There will be a $20.00 cancellation fee.

 

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      Parent/Guardian Signature and Date

  

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      Director Signature and Date