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Baby TALK Early Head Start

Parent/Family

Handbook

710 W Macon Decatur, IL 62522

Phone: 422-9930

2016 -2017

WelcomeWelcome to Baby TALK Early Head Start! We appreciate your family's trust in allowing us to participate with you in your child's education and development. Baby TALK's mission is to positively impact child development and nurture healthy parent-child relationships during the critical years.

Head Start is a national program that promotes school readiness by enhancing the social and cognitive development of children through the provision of educational, health, nutritional, social and other services to enrolled children and families. Early Head Start (EHS) programs were established to provide early, continuous, intensive and comprehensive child development and family support services on a year-round basis. Through two program options, home-based and center-based services, Baby TALK EHS will provide these supports to teenagers, pregnant women, and families of Decatur and Macon County, that are parents or guardians of children age birth to

three years.Baby TALK’s goal is to join parents in raising their very young children. Baby TALK encourages parents as they establish nurturing relationships with their babies and provides anticipatory guidance around developmental issues. Baby TALK promotes parent-child interaction, including reading, in order to promote the parent-child relationship and enhance child development.

Baby TALK recognizes parents as experts on their own children, and provides support and information through relationships carefully developed with families.

Baby TALK is committed to a collaborative model, working together with other community agencies to deliver education and support to families at locations, which are accessible for families and meaningful for their needs. This includes going where parents and children are already: healthcare providers, human service agencies, neighborhoods and homes.

We ask that parents read and be aware of the policies included in this handbook. Please talk with us if you have any questions or suggestions. We welcome you and your little ones to Baby TALK Early Head Start.

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Welcome………………………………………………………………………………………..2Table of Contents……………………………………………………………………………...3Table of Contents……………………………………………………………………………...4Attachment Caregiving....................................................................................5Attendance......................................................................................................5Baby TALK Early Head Start Center Functions…………………………………………....5Breast Milk………………………………………………………………………………………..5Center-Based Program Enrollment Agreement………………………………………….6Cell Phones......................................................................................................7Child Care Resource Services……………………………………………………………….7Children’s Clothing…………………………………………………………………………….7Children's Records...........................................................................................7Classroom Assignments...................................................................................7Confidentiality of Information..........................................................................8Curriculum.......................................................................................................8Daily Communication Form..............................................................................8Daily Schedule.................................................................................................8Diapering………………………………………………………………………………………...8Discharge Procedures...................................................................................…9Drop Off/Pick Up Policy………………………………………………………………………9Emergency Policy............................................................................................9Enrollment Policies........................................................................................10

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Field trips.......................................................................................................10Formula………………………………………………………………………………………...10Guidance and Discipline Policy……………………………………………………….10-11Handwashing…………………………………………………………………………………11Head Start Performance Standards/DCFS License…………………………………….11Holidays and Center Closing……………………………………………………………….12Home-Based Services………………………………………………………………………..12Home – Based Program Enrollment Agreement.............................................13Individualized Goals.......................................................................................14In-kind…………………………………………………………………………………………..14Mandated Reporter…………………………………………………………………………14Meals……………………………………………………………………………………………14Medical and Dental Services………………………………………………………………14Medication Administration………………………………………………………………....15Morning Welcome and Afternoon Reunion…………………………………………….15 Napping………………………………………………………………………………………..15Outdoor Play……………………………………………………………………………….....15Parent/Community Complaint Policy……………………………………………………16Parental Consent and Other Required Information…………………………………..17

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Parent/Teacher Conferences and Educational Home Visits………………………..17Policy Council…………………………………………………………………………………17Prohibited Substances and Activities…………………………………………………….17School Readiness…………………………………………………………………………18-29Sick Child Policy………………………………………………………………………………29Signing Children In and Out Daily…………………………………….............................29Supplies from Home......................................................................................30Toys from Home............................................................................................30Transition Services Policy……………………………………………………………………30Transportation……………………………………………………………………………..30-31Volunteers/Rockers and Readers...................................................................31Communicable Illness Exclusion Policy………………………………………………32-45

Classtimes/Contact information.....................................................................46Administrative Office staff and address information………………………………….46Early Head Start Management Staff

Attachment Care Giving Children at the Baby TALK Early Head Start center will have one identified adult as the primary caregiver. This teacher will remain with your child, become familiar with the parent and child's needs, and form an attachment of love and caring.

AttendanceChildren should arrive by 8:30 a.m. Consistent on-time attendance and having children be present for the full classroom time benefits the child's education and

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allows the classroom to function on a predictable schedule. Parents/Guardians must avoid unnecessary absences. If a child is going to be absent or late, please contact the center to inform your child's teacher of the reason (217-422-9930). Unexcused absences may lead to your child being terminated from the Baby TALK Early Head Start program.

Baby TALK Early Head Start Center FunctionsBaby TALK Early Head Start will provide regular opportunities for families to meet together. Parents/Guardians will be asked to participate in planning these events. They may include meals, family fun day, field trips or other "socialization" meetings. Families are strongly encouraged to attend whenever possible. These gatherings are especially important for families enrolled in the home-based option. Grandparents and other family members who are important to your child are welcome. Please contact BTEHS staff if you need transportation. Transportation is provided on a first come, first served basis by the scheduled set deadline (**Due to space restraints, transportation is only provided for the immediate family).

Breast MilkMothers are encouraged to breastfeed their child. Breastfeeding has been shown to have positive emotional, physical and cognitive benefits for the child. The WellnessCoordinator, along with the child's teacher, will assure that breast milk is correctly stored.If a mother chooses to express milk or breastfeed at the center, a room is provided.

Center-Based Program Enrollment Agreement

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We would like to welcome you to the BTEHS Center-Based Program. It is our hope to come alongside you and provide additional support to your family as you parent your child. Baby TALK Early Head Start’s goal is to support your family and your child’s development during your enrollment.

What you can expect from Baby TALK Early Head Start: Caring, Respectful Professionals who recognize YOU are the expert on your child Developmental, Behavioral, Hearing and Vision Screenings and on-going

Developmental and Behavioral Assessments for your child Weekly Developmental Goals that you help select with BTEHS Teacher High Quality Childcare Diapers, Formula, and Food provided by BTEHS during the Center-Based Day Fun and Educational Family Fun Nights Parenting Information Opportunities to get involved and voice your ideas to make BTEHS better Info about Community Resources and Referrals

What We Need From You: Abide by BTEHS Attendance Policy Refrain from using your cell phone during drop-off and pick-up times Partner with your child’s teacher to set developmental goals and complete related

activities at home with your child Abide by BTEHS Discipline Policy while participating in BTEHS Activities Treat staff, children, and other parents with courtesy and respect Be involved! Come spend time in your child’s classroom when you’re not working or

in school! Let management know if you have any concerns Inform anyone you authorize to drop off, pick up, or visit my child of these

expectations.

Together We Will: Discover Ways for You and Your Child to Interact to Strengthen Your Relationship Discuss Parenting Issues Allow your Child to Learn Through Play Observe/Discuss Your Child’s Growth and Development and set goals for you and your child

I ___________________________ (parents), agree to enroll into Baby TALK Early Head Start’s Center-Based Program. In doing so I understand that enrollment is voluntary, and that I can leave the program at any time by notifying BTEHS Staff. I also understand that I am responsible for making sure my child is

in attendance on days his/her classroom is open and I agree to communicate if my child will be absent for any reason.

Cell PhonesCell phones should not be used while in the BTEHS building, except in emergencies or as needed to support the health and development of the

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child. Talking or texting may interfere with successful personal communication.

Child Care Resource ServicesChild Care Resource Services works to promote quality child care and healthy families by acting as a bridge to local and national resources. They are located at the University of Illinois and serve six east central Illinois counties, including Macon County. They serve Baby TALK EHS by assisting parents through their Child Care Assistance Program which allows eligible parents to allow their child to remain in our center for an extra 2 hours/day. Parents will complete an application at enrollment which will be submitted by EHS staff. Eligibility is income based and a monthly copay will be expected.

Children's ClothingChildren should wear clothing that is comfortable for play indoors or outdoors, and for large motor experiences. Upon arrival, the parent/guardian is responsible for putting the child’s coat in plastic zippered bag provided. Children may engage in messy activities, so fancy clothes should not be worn. At least one set of extra season-appropriate clothing, including socks and undergarments, should be kept at the center at all times and replaced as needed. Parents, for the safety of the children we strongly encourage children that can walk to wear or bring tennis shoes to school to wear, while playing on the playground. Open toe shoes do not allow for safe playground play, so they are not allowed.

Children's RecordsChildren's records are confidential. Employees and State and Federal Monitors, who need to know a portion of the information, are allowed to view children's records. A parent may contact a program coordinator or the director to view content of their child's file. Others may have access upon written approval by the child's parent or legal guardian.

Classroom AssignmentsEach child is assigned a classroom teacher or home visitor by the BTEHS management staff with the characteristics of child, family, and teacher in mind. The child’s age and classroom availability is also part of the selection process. Children are selected according to the Selection Determination Process. Children are enrolled in the program according to the number of risk factors they may have. The full-time classrooms are open Monday-Friday 7:30a.m.-3:30p.m. The part-time classroom is open Monday–Thursday 7:30a.m.-3:30p.m. The Early Head Start day is considered 7:30a.m.-1:30p.m. The extended hours are 1:30p.m.-3:30p.m. The program is reimbursement through Child Care Resources a stated funded program, for the last two hours of the day. The children of families that do not qualify for CCRS MUST BE PICKED-UP FROM THE CENTER By 1:30p.m.

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Confidentiality of InformationAll information about the child, child's family, classroom activities and development are held in confidence. Discussion will be limited to those BTEHS employees who need to know such information in order to provide quality education, care and services. Parental consent to exchange information with doctors, school personnel and other relevant professionals will be requested.

CurriculumThe Creative Curriculum will be used as a basis for the children's activities. Teachers will plan the day to allow for each child's nurturing and advancement. HELP assessments, individualized children’s goals and family goals are also implemented throughout the child’s day. Home Visitors will use the Baby TALK Curriculum structured around the developmental goals for each child.

Daily Communication Form Each child will have a daily log sheet that will be used to communicate specifics about your child's care. Parent input in the morning will help the teacher provide the best care during the day. During the time a child is in the classroom, the teacher will keep a daily log. This daily log will include information that the parent will need to know at reunion time. Information may include eating, feeding, diapering, toileting, sleeping and play, as well as any health concerns.

Daily ScheduleThe daily schedule for young infants will be based on the individual child's needs. It will include developmental activities and routine care. Children will enjoy time outdoors and/or in the large motor room each day. Full-time classrooms are open 7:30-3:30 p.m. Monday-Friday and the part-time classroom operates from 7:30-3:30 p.m. Monday-Thursday. In order to provide the best experience possible, it is important that children arrive within 30 minutes of the start of their class. Infants will nap, be fed and changed according to their needs however, they will participate in learning experiences and have outdoor time as their individual schedules allow. Toddlers and two-year-olds will follow a more set, yet flexible, schedule that will look similar to this:

7:30-8:15 Arrival and welcome 8:15-8:45 Breakfast 8:45-9:15 Diaper Changes/Restroom/Wash Hands 9:15-9:30 Brush Teeth 9:30-10:30 Playground/Gross Motor Room 10:30-11:00 Free Choice/Planned Activity/Story Time11:00-11:30 Diaper Changes/restroom/Wash Hands 11:30-12:00 Lunch 12:00-- 2:00 Nap/Rest Time 2:00-- 2:30 Diaper Changes/Restroom/Wash Hands 2:30-- 3:00 Afternoon Snack 3:00-- 3:30 Free Choice/Reunion Time/Music TimeThe children of families that do not qualify for CCRS MUST BE PICKED-UP FROM THE CENTER AT 1:30p.m. NO EXCEPTIONS

DiaperingDiapering will usually be done by the attachment caregiver. If you would like your child to have a lotion or ointment applied, please complete a permission form. Baby TALK Early Head Start provides a generic brand of diapers and wipes. If the parent request a different brand of diapers for their child other than the generic brand, the parent must have a medical release from the child’s physician.

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Discharge ProceduresBaby TALK EHS strives to nurture and provide high quality services for all families. On occasion, we may find ourselves unable to fulfill our goal with a child or family. We will work with the family to try to resolve any concerns. However, we reserve the right to dismiss a child from our center if employees and family members are unable to come to a satisfactory solution to a major issue. This will occur, such as, non-compliance with attendance. Prior to removal, Baby TALK EHS will assist the family in transitioning the child to a more appropriate program.

Drop Off/Pick Up PolicyAll parents/guardians are responsible for getting their child (ren) to and from Baby TALK Early Head Start. (BTEHS does some transportation of children with their parents/guardians and those families are expected to follow the transportation policies and procedures as well as the drop off/pick up policy as it pertains to all enrolled families).As outlined in the Parent Handbook, BTEHS expects:

All classrooms are open from 7:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Parents must pick up their child by at least 1:20 p.m. in order to engage with the teacher and hear about your child’s day.For families who qualify for CCRS, care will be offered until 3:30. These parents must pick their child up by 3:20 in order to engage with teacher and hear about the child’s day before the center closes.

BTEHS encourages parents to make appointments outside of classroom hours so that children miss as little of the day as possible. Children arriving late miss out on quality interaction time with their attachment teacher and peers. However, sometimes this is not possible, so it is understandable if a child may have to come in late.

Children will attend regularly unless they are ill. Parents/guardians will keep emergency contact information updated at all times as we always need to be able to reach you. Children need to arrive no later than 8:30 each morning in order to be able to participate in breakfast and other morning learning

activities. If your child will arrive later than 8:30, please call the center to inform staff of the reason for tardiness. Drop-offs and Pick-up Policy:-A parent or other authorized person is expected to drop-off and pick-up his/her child at the beginning or end of each day, as only these individuals are authorized to drop off or pick up the child. Each person authorized by the parent to pick up the child will be issued a PIN to sign the child in and out of the EZ Care system in the front office. If the teaching staff does not know the individual picking up the child, he/she will check the release list to make sure that person is on the list and she will ask the individual for a photo ID (as a safeguard in case someone gets through to the classroom).-Parent/guardian or other authorized person will be required to sign the child in and out with their PIN in EZ Care when dropping off or picking up.-When a child is picked up late, a late pick up notice will be issued and will be forwarded to our Family Services Coordinator.-After 2 late Pick-Up notices have accrued, a plan of action will be developed with the Family Service Coordinator and families may be charged at a rate of--$5/for every 10 minutes late--for future late pick-ups.-In the event a child has not been picked up 30 minutes after the close of the classroom, and attempts have been made to reach the parent/guardian and contact everyone on the emergency contacts list, this will become an “Emergency Situation” status and local authorities will be contacted. Local authorities may include contact with the Department of Children and Family Services and/or the local police. The incident will be documented and the Family Service Coordinator will meet with the parent/guardian.*Every effort will be made to ensure fair implementation of this policy.Please understand that YOUR child is very important to us! We want only the BEST for your child’s health, safety, and overall well-being. We are committed to ensuring that EVERY child receives the very best care; we therefore will NOT release any child to any authorized pick-up person who staff believes may be “under the influence” when they arrive to pick a child up. We will refuse authorization for the day and contact another authorized person on the contact list.

Emergency PolicyStaff is trained in CPR, first aid, and emergency procedures. Emergency evacuation procedures are practiced at least monthly. These emergency procedures consist of tornado, fire drills, lockdown and earthquake procedures as deemed necessary .

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Enrollment PoliciesThe Baby TALK Early Head Start program includes center-based and home-based services. Enrollment in the program is available for families who meet these criteria: The family is expecting or has a child 32 months of age or younger (The child must be at least

6 weeks to be in center-based. BTEHS will assist the family in transition to an appropriate program when the child turns 3 years of age.)

The family must reside in Macon County, IL. First priority will be to serve children of teens who are enrolled in an educational program. Baby TALK Early Head Start will also serve other families who are income eligible and whose

needs are great.

Enrollment of eligible children from the BTEHS waiting list will be determined by available classroom space or slots for home visiting. Families with the greatest need will be enrolled first. The Baby TALK Early Head Start program also provides a home-based option for service. Frequently, these services will be provided for a parent who is pregnant. The support may include prenatal information, referrals, and socializations (group times with other families or expectant parents). Contact with the expectant parent may be by phone. Visits may be at the home or at a different location.When a child is enrolled in the home-based option, the child will not be enrolled in the center. A home visitor will provide comprehensive support to the family. The parent and child must be available for a 90-minute home visit together each week, as scheduled by the family and the home visitor. During summer vacation from school, the parent and child enrolled in the center-based option will receive services through 90-minute weekly home visits.

Field Trips Field trips with enrolled children will be planned with families, and advance notice will be given. Parents will be asked to sign specific fieldtrip forms if trips will be taken. Teachers will also take the children on walking trips, such as: a walk around the block to look at signs of nature and the environment around our center’s neighborhood. Parents are asked to sign a permission slip allowing these walking trips to take place without daily notice.

FormulaBaby TALK Early Head Start will provide iron-fortified infant formula. This will be prepared and served according to standard directions unless a prescription from the physician states otherwise. An alternate formula will be provided only with doctor's authorization. Parents will complete the CACFP INFANT FORMULA/FOOD WAIVER NOTIFICATION. PLEASE notify your child’s teacher or the Wellness Coordinator immediately if your child’s formula changes.

Guidance and Discipline PolicyThe goal of our discipline and guidance policy is to help children learn to make good choices for themselves, and to control their behavior and interactions with others in a positive way. Staff members of BTEHS provide positive behavioral support and use discipline measures that demonstrate kindness and compassion, but also firmness and consistency. Every attempt is made to help children gain the confidence and knowledge that is needed to develop their self-control.

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Promoting positive behaviors in children is a primary goal in the classroom setting. Carefully planned environments, interactions, schedules and social-emotional support are used to minimize inappropriate behaviors by children. Appropriate behaviors are consistently taught with patience. The main rules of the classroom are:Be kind to others. Be kind to yourself. Take good care of our school. Teachers serve as models of appropriate behaviors. Children will be encouraged to follow the rules and thanked for their part in providing a pleasant and productive classroom for everyone. Children are reminded of the rules and classroom staff will assist children in controlling their own actions.

Techniques used to reduce inappropriate behaviors may include: Reminders about rules and the reasons for them; Redirection away from an area or activity; Consistent responses and consequences to unacceptable behavior; and/or Paying attention to desired behavior and ignoring undesired actions.

Adults (staff or parents) may NOT: Use any type of physical punishment; Take away food, nap, or bathroom opportunities; Use abusive, profane or derogatory language, including yelling and belittling; or Use any form of public or private humiliation or emotional abuse.

Hand washing – Parents are asked to assist with their child’s hand washing on arrival at the center and before leaving the centerHand washing is one of the best ways to keep children healthy. Therefore, we assure that children and staff wash their hands properly and often, with soap and water. Children must be assisted to wash their hands at least at these times:

Upon arrival and just before leaving the center;Before and after each meal or snack;After using the toilet or having, diapers changed;After wiping or blowing his or her nose;After touching items soiled with body fluids or wastes (e.g., blood, drool,urine, stool or vomit);Before and after cooking or other food experience;After outdoor play and before and after using the water table.Wash hands upon leaving the center

Head Start Performance Standards/DCFS licenseThe Illinois Department of Children and Family Services licenses the BTEHS program to provide safe and appropriate care for the children enrolled in the center. Our program follows all the guidelines of the Head Start Performance Standards along with DCFS Child Care Center rules for licensed childcare programs. These rules are available in the reception area or on-line at w ww.state. il .us/ dcfs /docs/ 407 .doc or https://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/.

Holidays and Center ClosingBaby TALK EHS programs will be open and closed according to some public school holidays, breaks and professional development calendar.

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http://www.state.il.us/dcfs/docs/407.doc

In case of snow or severe weather, the BTEHS Center will close when the Decatur Public School System closes. School closings due to severe weather will also be posted on the BTEHS facebook page and listed on WAND T.V. Any other unscheduled closings will be reported to parents’/guardians’ as soon as possible through written notice, by telephone communication and will be posted on the BTEHS facebook page. Parents/Guardians can also sign up for text notifications by texting @babyta to 81010. Please refer to the monthly calendar to keep up-to-date on school events.Baby TALK EHS recognizes that parents/guardians desire to make their child’s birthday SPECIAL; parents/guardians are encouraged to bring a store bought and nutritious snack for the celebration.Please communicate with the child’s teacher, one or two days in advance, so that the teacher can be more accommodating to your wishes.

Home-Based Services Enrollment in Baby TALK Early Head Start Home-based services requires parents/guardians and children to be a part of home visits. A Baby TALK EHS home visitor will schedule these weekly with home-based families. These visits allow time for the child and parent/guardian to meet with the Baby TALK home visiting staff. The focus of these visits will be planned between the parent/guardian and home visitor. The home visitor will support parents/guardians in meeting child and family goals. Parents/Guardians will also be encouraged to attend monthly parent/guardian meetings and two monthly socializations. Other supportive family members may also attend the visits and the meetings. If these visits cannot be conducted in the child's home, the home visitor and parent/guardian will plan an alternate site. Families must keep their 90-minute weekly visit to remain in the home-based option.

Home-Based Program Enrollment AgreementWe would like to welcome you to our home-based program. We consider it a privilege that you have chosen to welcome us into your family and home.

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It is our hope to come alongside you and provide additional support to your family as you parent your child. Baby TALK’s goal is to provide fun and educational activities for you and your child, provide information on parenting skills, conduct developmental assessments, and provide family support and information about community services and resources.

What you can expect from What We Need From You:Baby TALK:

Caring Professionals Developmental

Assessments Once a Week (90-Minute)

Home Visits Fun and Educational

Activities Parenting Information Free Socializations Info about Community Be Available for

Scheduled Visits Parental Involvement

During Visits Turn Off Television/Cell

Phone Have Child(ren) Available

for Visits Have Fun! Health Information

Resources and ReferralsTogether We Will:

Discover Ways for You and Your Child to Interact to Strengthen Your Relationship Discuss Parenting Issues Allow your Child to Learn Through Play Observe/Discuss Your Child’s Growth and Development Enjoy Our Time With Your Child

Individualized Goal

Each child enrolled in the Baby TALK EHS program will be assessed using the HELP developmental assessment tool. Information from this and discussion with the parents regarding the family's goals for the child will be used when the teacher or home visitor plans activities along with the parent/guardian. For center-based children, the teacher will integrate the goals within the classroom with the child's peers. For home-based children, the home visitor will guide the parent and/or primary caregiver in appropriate activities with the child.

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In-KindThe federal government requires that 20% of the Early Head Start grant be matched with contributions from parents and the community. These are called “IN-KIND” and consist of volunteering, attending Early Head Start activities, donating materials, working on your child’s educational goals at home and serving on the Policy Council. You will be asked to fill out IN-KIND sheets when you give services or materials to BTEHS.

Mandated ReporterAll BTEHS employees are mandated reporters. The Department of Children and Family Services must be called if we suspect child abuse or neglect. Unless the child is in immediate danger, staff will meet to discuss the concerns with the family prior to the contact with DCFS.

MealsBreakfast, lunch and snacks will be provided by BTEHS. Breakfast and Lunch is cooked and delivered to the center by ARAMARK. Menus are received each month from ARAMARK and reviewed by the dietician and the Wellness Coordinator. The food choices and milk requirements must meet the nutritional requirements of the CACFP (Child and Adult Care Food Program) and be age appropriate. Families are expected to complete Child and Adult Care Food Program forms for each child at the center. Breakfast, lunch and snack are served to the children that are at the center full-time, until 3:30p.m. Children that leave at 1:30p.m. receive breakfast and lunch. Any parent concerns with the menus will be welcomed by the Wellness Coordinator and addressed with the dietician. Children allergic to foods on the menu will be given a food substitute. A physician must note allergies in writing. The weekly menu is posted in the hallway and in each classroom. Children eat family style in their own individual classrooms. Teachers will bottle feed babies the expressed breast milk provided by the mother. The mother is also welcome to come in and breastfeed as desired. If a child is not breastfed then the BTEHS program will provide formula as directed by the parent. Baby food will be provided in accordance with the age-appropriate CACFP guidelines.Parents/Guardians should NOT bring food from home .

Medical and Dental ServicesEarly Head Start supports families in obtaining comprehensive services needed to promote a healthy child and family. DCFS and Early Head Start require that physicals, immunizations, lead and TB screening will be completed on a regular basis. The Family Services Coordinator, Wellness Coordinator, child's teacher, home visitors and others will assist each family in finding a medical home as well as obtaining the needed dental, vision, hearing and mental health services. A dental exam and fluoride treatment for all children will be offered at least annually.

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Medication AdministrationBTEHS staff will only give children medication both prescription and over the counter with written permission from the parent and medical provider. Both prescription and non-prescription medication shall be accepted only in the original container. Prescription medications shall be labeled with the full pharmacy label. Over-the-counter (non-prescription) medication shall be clearly labeled with the child's first and last name, with the name of the medication and the directions clearly readable. The Wellness Coordinator or designee will administer the medication as prescribed by the doctor (prescription medicine).Medication shall be administered in a manner that protects the safety of the child. The parent is asked to discuss needed medication with the child's teacher and the Wellness Coordinator. No medicine should be left in diaper bags, pockets or other unsecured place.Children needing “as needed” medications for asthma will need an asthma action plan completed by their primary care provider to be kept in their medical file. Nebulizers, tubing, mask, and an inhaler must be provided by the parent.

The Wellness Coordinator will assure that medicine is stored correctly, and kept locked and inaccessible to children. When a child no longer needs to receive a medication, the unused portion or empty bottle shall be returned to the parent.Any topical products, such as diaper ointment or sunscreen shall be approved by the parent in writing prior to use on the child. These may be stored in a safe area within the classroom and may be administered by the child's teacher.

Morning Welcome and Afternoon ReunionHelping the child move from the parent's care to the teacher's care and back again, is an important part of the day. During welcome time parents are asked to share anything that might impact the child’s behavior for that day, and at reunion time parents are encouraged talk with the child's teacher about the day.

NappingNaptime will be provided daily for all children. Infants will sleep according to their own rhythms. Infants will be placed on their backs to sleep. Each child will have a crib or cot assigned. Sheets will be provided and laundered by the BTEHS program, according to DCFS licensing standards. Toddlers and two-year-olds will have a naptime after lunch. Sleep Sacks are provided for infants sleeping in cribs.

Outdoor PlayAll children will have 2 hours of outdoor play daily, except in cases of extreme weather. This might include use of the BTEHS playground or neighborhood walks. Children should wear clothing to school appropriate for the weather on each given day. For the safety of the children, parents are encouraged to have their child wear tennis shoes on the playground. Please do not allow your child to wear open toe shoes. If a child is unable to go outside, the parent/guardian must come to school and stay inside with his/her child while the classroom is outside. We do not have the staffing to stay inside for one child.

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Baby TALK Early Head StartPARENT/COMMUNITY COMPLAINT POLICY

“Community” in the context of this process is defined as families of enrolled children and other local residents. Complaints about the Baby TALK Early Head Start program will be approached in an orderly, objective manner that follows logical steps.A. A person, either parent or community member, with a complaint should first talk with the Baby TALK Early Head Start staff person most directly involved with the problem, in an attempt to satisfy the complaint and avoid future problems. Persons lodging complaints about the EHS program will be asked to complete the BTEHS Parent/Community Issues or Concerns Form. The complaint or concern may be made by phone, in which case the EHS staff person will complete the form and read it back to the person complaining to ensure its accuracy. The first EHS staff member to hear a complaint will respond to the complaint within five (5) working days.

B. If the person complaining is not satisfied with the response of the EHS staff person, s/he may talk with the Site Director, the Education, Family Services, or Wellness Coordinator, or whomever is appropriate for the issue. The written issues/concerns form should be given to the Site Director, or appropriate Coordinator, along with a brief description of the meeting, by the Head Start staff person involved. This next level staff person will respond to the complaint within five (5) working days.

C. If satisfaction is not obtained, the person may take the complaint to the EHS Director , who will schedule a meeting with the appropriate Coordinator and the person with the complaint.

Again, the issues/concerns form and descriptions of what has happened so far should accompany the transfer of the issues/concerns to the EHS Director. The EHS Director will respond to the complaint within three (3) working days.

D. If the issue is not resolved at this level, the person may request a meeting with the EHS Director, the Baby TALK Executive Director and the chairman of the BTEHS Policy Council. Again, all information pertaining to the complaint will be given to the BTEHS Policy Council chairman and Executive Director. The Executive Director will respond in writing within three (3) working days with the outcome of their meeting.

E. If the issue is not resolved, the Baby TALK Executive Director will meet with the Chairperson of the Baby TALK Board of Directors. The Chairperson of the Baby TALK Board of Directors has the option of calling a meeting of the Baby TALK Board, if needed. The Chairperson of the Board of Directors will respond in writing within two (2) weeks.

At each level, alternatives for resolving the problem and who would be the most appropriate person(s) for implementing the suggestions will be determined and agreed upon. Actions decided on to resolve the complaint may go to the persons involved and the EHS Director, Executive Director, or to the full Policy Council and Baby TALK Board of Directors, if the issue is a program-wide concern.

All Early Head Start staff involved in the process of resolving a complaint will complete appropriate documentation and report to their supervisors about the process. Documentation of all complaints and resolutions will be kept on file at both the EHS Director’s office and the Baby TALK Executive Director’s office.

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Parental Consent and Other Required InformationParents/Guardians will be required to complete several consent forms. These will include; permission to take children on neighborhood walks, have photos taken, release to share medical and educational information etc. Parents are also required to complete other forms upon the registration and enrollment process. These include, but may not be limited to, an application and enrollment form for child and family, Child and Adult Care Food Program forms, CCRS Eligibility Application, Emergency Contact forms and DCFS verification form. Parents/Guardians must also provide proof of income, child’s certified birth certificate, parent/guardian and child Social Security cards, medical or insurance cards and additional information as requested in a timely manner.

Parent/Teacher Conferences and Educational Home Visits for Center-Based Families:All Families enrolled in BTEHS Center-Based Program Option will receive 2 Educational Home Visits during the program year from their attachment teacher and will be expected to attend 2 Parent/Teacher Conferences at the center per program year.

Policy Council

You should be a Policy Council Member. Baby TALK Early Head Start is looking for parents who are interested in being more involved in their child’s education.

What is Policy Council?The Baby TALK Early Head Start Policy Council is a group of parents and people from the community working together to make decisions about the overall design and operation of the Baby TALK Early Head Start program’s services. The council provides guidance and advice to the administrators and coordinators of the program and provides a voice for all BTEHS families.

The Policy Council is composed of three Center-Based representatives, one Home-Based/Parent 2B representative and two community representatives. A member of the Baby TALK Board of Directors is also a member of the Policy Council. The Policy Council meets at least once a month and more if deemed necessary for the benefit of the program. The policy council does not meet during the month of July.

Prohibited Substances and ActivitiesIn order to provide a safe environment, the following are not allowed on or near BTEHS property or while on a trip sponsored by BTEHS:1. Use of alcohol, cigarettes or illegal drugs;2. Any type of physical or aversive punishment;3. Weapons or dangerous materials; and4. Abusive, profane , or derogatory language, including yelling and belittling.5. We are a fragrance free childcare facility.

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School ReadinessBaby TALK Early Head Start recognizes that learning starts before birth, and works as a program to support the learning of children enrolled. Baby TALK Early Head Start has set program-wide school readiness goals according to the Head Start School Readiness Framework. Baby TALK Early Head Start uses the HELP assessment and a tracking database called kinderCharts to track each individual child’s progress towards those goals. The data collected through kinderCharts is used to identify program goals and to make sure all children and groups of children are receiving the support they need to meet their developmental goals. School Readiness Goals can be found on the Baby TALK Early Head Start Website @ www.babytalk.org/baby-talk-early-head-start

Parents will have the knowledge and confidence to advocate for their child throughout their child’s future academic career. All children’s development will be monitored using the HELP assessment and will make monthly developmental progress.

5 Domains for Preschool Children, according the Head Start Child Development and Early Learning Framework and BTEHS School Readiness Goals:

Perceptual, Motor, and Physical Development1.1 Children will achieve fine motor developmental progress.

Young Infants (0-8 months) might be doing the following: 1.1A: opens hands when in a relaxed state 1.1B: transfers an object from one hand to another 1.1C: begins to reach for, grasp, and move objects 1.1D: holds a small object in each hand and bangs them together

Mobile Infants (6-18 months) might be doing the following:1.1E: begins to gain control of small muscles and purposefully manipulate objects1.1F: uses pincer grasp1.1G: uses hands in a purposeful manner

Toddlers (18-36+ months) might be doing the following:1.1H: begins to coordinate movements when using small muscles and begin to manipulate various types of objects1.1I: imitates circles, crosses, horizontal and vertical lines when drawing1.1J: controls placement of objects in a more effective manner (e.g. stacking blocks into 8-9 block towers)1.1K: attempts to help with dressing self1.1L: uses hand-eye coordination in a more controlled manner

1.2 Children will achieve gross motor developmental progress.

Young Infants (0-8 months) might be doing the following:1.2A: lifts head and chest up when playing on tummy

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1.2B: rolls over well, both ways1.2C: gains balance, sits with/without support1.2D: starts to crawl

Mobile Infants (6-18 months) might be doing the following:

1.2E: crawls

1.2F: stands alone

1.2G: starts to walk well without support

Toddlers (18-36+ months) might be doing the following:1.2H: kicks, throws and catches balls1.2I: walks up and down stairs1.2J: rides a toy by using his/her hands or feet1.2K: walks on tiptoes, walks backward, and runs1.2L: pedals a tricycle

1.3 Children will be able to participate in and practice self-care routines.

Young Infants (0-8 months) might be doing the following:

1.3A: coordinates sucking and swallowing1.3B: sleeps a few hours at a time


1.3C: uses cup and spoon at meal time1.3D: cooperates with dressing

Toddlers (18-36+ months) might be doing the following:1.3E: uses toilet independently1.3F: serves self during mealtime

1.4 Children will demonstrate healthy and safe behaviors with support from adults. *Center-based children are provided with nutritional meals approved by a licensed dietician. Amounts each child has eaten are documented on daily sheets. Teachers eat family style with children and model positive nutrition choices.

1.5 Children will use their senses to gather and understand information and respond to the world around them.

Young Infants (0-8 months) might be doing the following:1.5A: shows pleasure when touched and handled1.5B: Uses hands and mouth for sensory exploration of objects1.5C: localizes tactile stimulation by touching the same spot or searching for objects

Mobile Infants (6-18 months) might be doing the following:1.5D: enjoy messy activities1.5E: React to various sensations such as temperature and taste

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1.5F: Demonstrate balance reactions in kneelingToddlers (18-36+ months) might be doing the following:

1.5G: Avoid obstacles in path by moving around or stepping over1.5H: identifying familiar objects by touch1.5I: Plays with water, sand, paints, or playdough

Social and Emotional Development2.1 Children will show awareness of self, take pride in their successes, and recognize their own accomplishments.


2.1A: explores new objects with eagerness2.1B: attempts new skills on his/her own while “checking in” with a familiar adult2.1C inspects own hands, feet, fingers, toes2.1D: smiles at mirror image


2.1E: becomes more intentional and confident when playing and interacting2.1F: uses trial and error to solve a problem2.1G: outwardly expresses pride (e.g. smiles, claps, or says “I did it!”)

2.1H: looks and vocalizes to own name

Toddlers (18-36+ months) might be doing the following:2.1I: seeks out assistance and reassurance from familiar others2.1J: demonstrates confidence in abilities and achievements2.1K: demonstrates eagerness and determination when problem solving during new tasks2.1L: recognizes self in photograph2.1M: Uses own name to refer to self2.1N: Knows own sex or sex of others2.1O: distinguishes self as a separate person; contrasts self with others

2.2 Children will have at least one secure attachment with a caregiver.


2.2A: establishes eye contact2.2B: shows preferential responses to loved one


2.2C: readily explores environment2.2D: attempts self direction

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Toddlers (18-36+ months) might be doing the following:2.2E: wants to do things without help2.2F: separates from parent with minimal anxiety

2.3 Children and primary caregivers will be securely attached.


2.3A: exhibits separation anxiety, e.g. does not want to be held by another person when being held by primary caregiver2.3B: responds to caregivers by smiling and cooing2.3C: establishes, maintains, and disengages eye contact


2.3D: initiates and maintains interactions with caregiver(s)2.3E: attempts to change the situation when separation anxiety occurs (e.g. follows caregiver when he/she leaves the room)2.3F: uses key adults as a secure base when exploring the environment

Toddlers (18-36+ months) might be doing the following:2.3G: plays physically farther away from primary caregiver with increasing confidence, moves closer as needed2.3H: seeks physical closeness when distressed2.3I: uses glances and words to stay connected, without having to be physically near or touching the caregiver2.3J: separates with assistance from attachment figure with minimal anxiety

2.4 Children will be able to communicate their feelings, manage their emotions with adult support, and begin to understand other's feelings.


2.4A: uses facial expressions and sounds to get needs met2.4B: expresses emotions through sounds and gestures2.4C: watches and observes other children and adults2.4D: cries when hearing another infant cry2.4E: begins to share in simple emotions by reading facial and gestural cues2.4F: quiets when picked up

Mobile Infants (6-18 months) might be doing the following:2.4G: expresses fear by crying or turning toward caregiver for comfort2.4H: shows anger/frustration when a toy is taken away2.4I: smiles with intention to make someone else smile2.4J: reacts to a child who is upset by observing or moving physically closer to child2.4K: shares in both positive and negative emotions with caregiver (s)

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2.4L: expresses wants with intentionality

Toddlers (18-36+ months) might be doing the following:2.4M: demonstrates anger and frustration through a wide range of physical, vocal, and facial expressions, and later uses words to describe feelings and names emotions2.4N: attempts to use a word to describe feelings to a familiar adult2.4O: expresses wonder and delight while exploring the environment and engaging others2.4P: begins to express complex emotions such as pride, embarrassment, shame and guilt2.4Q: imitates comforting behaviors from caregivers2.4R: shares in and shows emotional response for peer’s feeling2.4S: Expresses affection

2.5 Children will develop a sense of belonging and show confidence through relationships with others.

Young Infants (0-8 months) might be doing the following:2.5A: Imitates familiar gesture2.5B: continues a familiar activity by initiating movements involved2.5C: touches toy or adult’s hand to restart activity2.5D: Lifts arms to caregiver2.5E: Vocalizes in response to adult talk and smile

Mobile Infants (0-8 months) might be doing the following: 2.5F: Plays ball cooperatively

2.5G: Repeats sounds or gestures if laughed at2.5H: Hands toy back to adult for help to restart2.5I: Gives empty dish to adult when finished or for more

Toddlers (18-36+ months) might be doing the following:2.5J: Enjoys being the center of attention2.5K: insists on doing things independently2.5L: relates experiences more frequently using short sentences2.5M: participates in storytelling2.5N: answers questions- “what” “where” “who” type

Approaches to Learning3.1 Children are able to focus and attend to people, objects, and activities appropriate for their age during Interactions, communication, and play, in environments sensitive to their sensory-regulation needs.

Young Infants (0-8 months) might be doing the following:3.1A: shows active interest in people and toys for a least a minute3.1B: establishes and sustains eye contact with caregiver(s)3.1C: focuses attention on sounds, people, and objects3.1D: repeats interesting actions over and over3.1E: indicates preferences by using nonverbal cues, e.g. turning head, kicking feet

Mobile Infants (6-18 months) might be doing the following:3.1E: listens without being distracted by other sources

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3.1F: plays with a toy for at least 2-3 minutes3.1G: participates in back and forth interactions, e.g. peekaboo3.1H: demonstrates preferences3.1I: repeats activities over and over again

Toddlers (18-36+ months) might be doing the following:3.1J: focuses on pictures and the story for at least 5 minutes when engaged with picture books3.1K: paints or colors within limits of paper3.1L: repeats experiences he/she enjoys, e.g. says “more” after reading his her favorite book3.1M: attempts to try a difficult task for an increasing amount of time3.1N: practices an activity many times in order to master it, even if setbacks occur

3.2 Children are able to organize a variety of sensory experiences that support learning, imagination, exploration and creativity, in environments sensitive to their sensory-regulatory needs.

Young Infants (0-8 months) might be doing the following:3.2A: enjoys a variety of physical contact, holding and cuddling3.2B: is able to sometimes console self when upset

Mobile Infants (6-18 months) might be doing the following:3.2C: enjoys a variety of messy play activities3.2D: is able to sleep through the night

Toddlers (18-36+ months) might be doing the following:3.2E: handles fragile items with care3.2F: plays with sand and water

3.3 Children learn age appropriate play skills that develop into creative and symbolic, imaginary play.Young Infants (0-8 months) might be doing the following:

3.3A: plays with toys by mouthing, patting, shaking

3.3B: combines objects in play3.3C: physically manipulates objects, e.g. twists and turns toys, drops items

Mobile Infants (6-18 months) might be able to do the following:3.3D: plays with objects according to function3.3E: demonstrates object permanence3.3F: imitates adult’s actions

Toddlers (18-36+ months) might be able to do the following:3.3G: plays house with abstract props3.3H: builds in sequencing while engaged in play (beginning, middle, end)3.3I: projects feelings and words onto stuffed animals

3.4 Children enjoy learning and communicating through the rhythm of music and rhymes, similar to other children at their developmental stage.

Young Infants (0-8 months) might able to do the following:3.4A: manipulates objects, e.g. turns, shakes bangs3.4B: listens and moves to music

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3.4C: demonstrates interest in sounds, songs, music, and colors

Mobile Infants (6-18 months) might be able to do the following:3.4D: attempts to sing sounds to music3.4E: participates in music activities by performing some accompanying hand movements

Toddlers (18-36+ months) might be able to do the following:3.4F: recites nursery rhymes3.4G: enjoys using instruments while listening to music3.4H: selects movements that reflect mood, e.g., jumps up and down when excited3.4I: imitates basic movements during an activity, e.g., places bean bag on head

3.5 Children will be able to relate to others. Young Infants (0-8 months) might be able to do the following:

3.5A: establish eye contact3.5B: vocalizes or responds with smile when socially approached3.5C: enjoys social play3.5D: plays peek-a-boo

Mobile Infants (6-18 months) might be able to do the following:3.5E: extends toy to show others3.5F: repeats sounds or gestures if laughed at3.5G: gives toy to familiar adult spontaneously and upon request3.5H: plays ball cooperatively

Toddlers (18-36 months) might be able to do the following:3.5I: engages in parallel play3.5J: defends possessions (“mine”)3.5K: related best to 1 familiar adult at a time but enjoys a wide range of relationships3.5L: tends to be dictatorial and demanding.3.5M: participates in circle games like Ring a Round the Rosie or Hide & Seek

Language Development4.1 Children will engage in activities that promote literacy.

Young Infants (0-8 months) might be doing the following:4.1A: begins to look at pictures4.1B: watches scribbling

Mobile Infants (6-18 months) might be doing the following:4.1C: engages with picture books4.1D: begins scribbling

Toddlers (18-36+ months) might be doing the following:4.1E: matches objects and pictures4.1F: imitates drawing lines4.1G: retells a familiar story by looking at the pictures in a book

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4.2 Children will enjoy books.Young Infants (0-8 months) might be doing the following:

4.2A: look fleetingly at pictures 4.2B: engage briefly in the reciting of poems or read-aloud books

Mobile Infants (6-18 months) might be doing the following:4.2C: engage with picture books4.2D: point at pictures

Toddlers (18-36+ months) might be doing the following:4.2E: labels pictures in books4.2F: tells favorite stories in his/her own words

4.3 Children will show developmental progress in the areas of receptive and expressive language.

Young Infants (0-8 months) might be doing the following:4.3A: responds to sounds found in the environment4.3B: looks or turns toward the familiar person who says his/her name4.3C: responds to gestures, e.g. waves hello after a familiar person waves to him/her4.3D: cries to signal hunger or pain4.3E: coos and uses physical movements and smiling to engage familiar adults4.3F: combines different types of babbles

4.3G: begins to point to objects in his/her environment


4.3H: engages in joint attention with a caregiver4.3I: follows one step, simple request when a gesture is used

4.3J: understands approximately 100 words relevant to their experiences and cultural context4.3K: creates long babbled sentences4.3L: names a few familiar objects in his/her environment4.3M: uses nonverbal cues to express id

Toddlers (18-36+ months) might be doing the following:4.3N: points to body parts when prompted4.3O: understands simple sentences or directions with prepositions (e.g. “put cup in sink”)4.3P: names objects and people in a familiar environment4.3Q: responds verbally and/or nonverbally to comments or questions while engaged in conversations with peers and adults4.3R: begins to use telegraphic speech4.3S: has vocabulary of approximately 80-300 words4.3T: speaks in three word utterances or simple sentences4.3U: uses adjectives in speech

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BOOKS FOR BABIES AND TODDLERS

The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric CarleIs Your Mama A Llama by Deborah GuarinoGood Night Moon by Margaret Wise BrownGuess How Much I Love You by Sam McBratneyLove You Forever by Robert MunschThe Snowy Day by Ezra Jack KeatsPat the Bunny by Dorothy KunhardtBrown Bear, Brown Bear by Bill Martin JrDear Zoo by Rod Campbell

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4.4 Children will have the capacity to communicate


4.4A: varies cry to indicate needs4.4B: gestures to be picked up


4.4C: uses a few words/signs4.4D: points with meaning

Toddlers (18-36+ months) might be doing the following:4.4E: says full name

4.4F: participates in storytelling4.4G: uses verbs, plurals, and past tense

Cognition and General Knowledge5.1 Children will obtain early pre-math and math skills.


5.1A: uses sounds and body language to signal for more5.1B: explores objects one at a time5.1C: slides toy or object on surface5.1D: follows trajectory of fast moving object

Mobile Infants (6-18 months) might be doing the following:5.1E: holds on to more than one object at a time5.1F: understands concept of “more” in regard to food and play, signs or says “more”

5.1G: begins to use number words to label quantities (even if incorrect)

5.1H: inverts small container spontaneously to obtain tiny object5.1I: matches objects5.1J: shows understanding of size

Toddlers (18-36+ months) might be doing the following:5.1K: uses nonverbal gestures to demonstrate understanding of quantities5.1L: begins to use “one”, “two”, and “three” to identify very small quantities without counting them5.1M: begins to identify quantity comparison5.1N: understands progressive number order (can rote count to 10)5.1O: completes 3-4 piece puzzle5.1P: matches or sorts shapes, colors, and simple pictures5.1Q: stacks rings in correct order5.1R: assembles four nesting blocks

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5.2 Children will engage in imaginative play

Young Infants (0-8 months) might be doing the following:5.2A: actively explores sensory objects in the environment5.2B: demonstrates interest in sounds, songs, music, and colors5.2C: manipulates objects (e.g. turns, shakes, bangs)

Mobile Infants (6-18 months) might be doing the following:5.2D: participates in music activities by performing some accompanying hand movements5.3E: engages in art activities such as finger painting

Toddlers (18-36+ months) might be doing the following:5.2F: imitates basic movements during an activity5.2G: engages in more intricate pretend play5.2H: identifies and discusses characters that are meaningful to him/her5.2I: uses imaginary play to cope with fears5.2J: plays dress up and invites caregiver(s) to play along

5.3 Children will begin to show curiosity about and then demonstrate initiative to use experimentation and problem solving to make sense of the world.

Young Infants (0-8 months) might be doing the following:5.3A: finds a toy partially covered by a cloth5.3B: imitates familiar gestures5.3C: explores how to make things to happen5.3D: uses hands and mouth for sensory exploration of objects5.3E: reaches and grasps object

Mobile Infants (6-18 months) might be doing the following:5.3F: figures out how to reach things5.3G: imitates new gestures5.3H: makes action toys move5.3I: retrieves object using other material5.3J: hands toy back to adult when action stops

Toddlers (18-36+ months) might be doing the following:5.3K: demonstrates use of familiar objects

5.3L: solves problems with tools5.3M: understands early number concepts5.3N: points to distant object outdoors to get attention or request info5.3O: asks questions beginning with “what,” ”where,” “when”

5.4 Children will be able to acquire, store, recall, and apply past experiences.

Young Infants (0-8 months) might be doing the following:5.4A: turns toward familiar voices, sounds, and/or objects5.4B: anticipates familiar events, e.g. reaches for bottle and brings to mouth5.4C: finds an object that is partially hidden

Mobile Infants (6-18 months) might be doing the following:5.4D: displays knowledge of object permanence (can find a toy or object that is completely hidden under a blanket)5.4E: displays knowledge of person permanence (remembers a person exists even when they aren’t present)5.4F: shows awareness of non-present, familiar adults (might ask for mommy or daddy throughout day at school)5.4G: searches for objects in their usual location5.4H: anticipates what event comes next in his/her daily routine

Toddlers (18-36+ months) might be doing the following:5.4I: remembers steps in familiar routines and can carry them out without prompting5.4J: recalls a past event (a party, etc)5.4K: uses play to communicate about previous events or experiences including the sequence of events that took place5.4L: translates past knowledge to new experiences (e.g. recalls a trip to the dentist and narrates and acts out each steps of the experience on a peer during play)

5.5 Children will begin to understand concepts, experiences, and ideas through symbolic representation.

Young Infants (0-8 months) might be doing the following:5.5A: uses senses to explore objects e.g. observes, mouths, touches5.5B: interacts with caregiver(s) and the environment5.5C: physically manipulates objects e.g. twists and turns toys, drops items5.5D: combines objects in play5.5E: locates an object that has been partially hidden

Mobile Infants (6-18 months) might be doing the following:5.5F: demonstrates object permanence5.5G: imitates adults actions5.5H: engages in simple pretend play5.5I: recognizes familiar people and/or objects in photographs

Toddlers (18-36+ months) might be doing the following:5.5J: finds objects after they are hidden in close proximity5.5K: communicates labels to familiar objects and/or people (e.g. says “dog” when sees four-legged animals)5.5L: projects feelings and words on stuffed animals (e.g. “the horse is sad”)

5.6 Children will demonstrate the emerging ability to recognize risky situations and respond accordingly.Young Infants (0-8 months) might be doing the following:

5.6A: signals needs through reflexes and sounds5.6B: actively observes and explores environment5.6C: demonstrates interest in own body5.6D: uses physical movements to explore environment5.6E: demonstrates trust in caregivers


5.6F: uses social referencing to assess uncertain situations (e.g. looks at caregiver for social cues as to whether or not to proceed)5.6G: actively climbs to reach for wanted objects during play5.6H: responds to cues from caregiver in uncertain and unsafe situations5.6I: responds to warning and changes in tone of voice; needs assistance and redirection to stop unsafe behavior

Toddlers (18-36+ months) might be doing the following:5.6J: understands when “no” and “stop” is communicated through either words or gestures5.6K: seeks comfort when fearful5.6L: responds to warnings and begins to change behavior accordingly5.6M: communicates to an adult if something is wrong5.6N: remembers and begins to apply past experiences to future situations

Sick Child PolicyThe child shall not come to BTEHS or be allowed to remain; if the child shows any signs of illness (see Communicable Illness Exclusion Policy). Sick children will expose all children and staff members with whom they come in contact. These children can in turn expose the other children. Every effort is taken to reduce the spread of illness by encouraging hand washing and other sanitary practices.Children will be visually screened when they arrive in the morning. In the event a child becomes ill and needs to be picked up, the parent(s) will be called and are expected to come pick the child up as soon as possible or within 45 minutes. If the parent(s) cannot be reached, or have not arrived within 45 minutes, the emergency contact person will be called and asked to come pick the child up. By law, all communicable diseases must be reported to the Macon County Health Department.

Signing Children In and Out Daily Welcome time at the beginning of your child's day and reunion time at the end of your child's day are important for the child, parent and teacher. The parent and teacher will exchange information. The parent must sign the daily attendance sheet at the beginning of the day and at the end of the day. Only the parent will be allowed to sign the child out of the classroom,

unless the parent has provided written permission for another responsible adult to take this responsibility. Parents must also sign their child in and out at the electronic monitor at the front desk upon entering the building.

Supplies from HomeParents must keep at least one extra full set of clothing for their child at the center. If the child has a comfort toy or object, this may be brought to the center to assist the child's transition. The center will provide diapers, food, formula, bottles, cribs, cots, sheets and learning materials.

Toys from HomeExcept in the case of comfort toys, the child should not bring toys from home to the center. If your child does bring a toy from home, the center and teacher are not responsible for its safekeeping.

Transition Services Policy Baby TALK Early Head Start wants to be as flexible as possible to meet the needs of the child and family who are enrolled in the Baby TALK Early Head Start program. Therefore, there may be transitions that occur during the time the child in enrolled in the program. However, it is our goal for those transitions to take place as smoothly as possible.

Transition is an ongoing process to ensure that children and families will have appropriate information and support whenever there is a change in their child’s placement. Transition activities will occur when children enter Baby TALK Early Start, change placements within Baby TALK Early Head Start and upon leaving Baby TALK Early Head Start. Transition is a process that must be planned by the child’s current Direct Service Team and communicated to all collaborating parties, including the family, the receiving placement team and any other community agency involved in the child and/or families life. Informational meetings, training, activities and visits will be incorporated into the process and implemented, encouraging all appropriate parties to participate.

Children will be assigned an attachment caregiver/teacher upon enrollment to the center. When transition from one classroom to another or to a different caregiver/teacher is necessary, the family and teacher will meet to discuss ways to minimize any difficulties with the transition. Strategies may include having the child visit the new classroom for short periods of time, having the child and some peers visit the new classroom, and other ways to ease the changes. Transitions will be kept as minimal as possible to allow strong bonds to develop and strengthen among child, teacher and family. Teachers are an important role in the process of transitioning.

To ensure the most appropriate placement and services following participation in Early Head Start, transition planning must take place for each child and family at least six months prior to the child’s third birthday. Head Start Performance Standards 1304.41(c) (2) - Transition Services, 1304.40(h) - Parent Involvement in Transition Activities

The process must take into account the child’s health status and developmental level, progress made by the child and family while in Early Head Start, current and changing family circumstances, and the availability of Head Start and other Early Childhood Development services in the community.

TransportationAt this time Baby TALK Early Head Start will provide transportation to and from the center for

parents attending Decatur Public High Schools and Futures Unlimited. All vehicle passengers must wear safety belts. When the bus arrives to pick up a family, the parent and child must come out to the bus within three minutes; this isnecessary to assure a relaxed welcome of the child to the center, and for the parent to arrive at school on time. Parents/Guardians may also request transportation to group meetings. Transportation services are a privilege that may be lost if the parent/guardian is consistently late, behaves

inappropriately, and/or does not call the center when he/she will not be riding. Each parent/guardian will serve as a bus monitor for him/herself and their child.It is very important for the parent to call the center when he/she will not be riding the bus to or from the center. **Parents must ride with their child to and from the center. Parents must arrive at the center before their child’s class time ends to ride the bus home with his/her child. (NO EXCEPTIONS). Parents are expected to use the Baby TALK Early Head Start car seats, which have been installed according to the car seat installation guidelines and regulations.

All parents/guardians are responsible for getting their child (ren) to and from Baby TALK Early Head Start. (BTEHS provides transportation to parents that are enrolled in Decatur area high schools. The parents/guardians are provided transportation on a first come first served basis. Parents/Guardians are transported to the BTEHS center along with their child. Children are never transported alone. After signing their child into the center, the parents/guardians are then transported to their area high school. Families are expected to follow the transportation policies and procedures as well as the drop off/pick up policy as it pertains to all enrolled families).

Volunteers /Rockers and Readers Baby TALK Early Head Start encourages parents to volunteer their services in the classrooms and in other center activities. In addition, community volunteers will be assisting in providing high quality services, including special Rockers and Readers and Foster Grandparents. Persons who are regular volunteers will need to complete a background check, TB skin test and physical, and attend a modified Baby TALK Volunteer training session.

BABY TALK EARLY HEAD START/EARLY HEAD START

Communicable Illness Exclusion Policy

*If your doctor gives your child a diagnosis, ask the doctor to document the illness.

Symptom Common Causes Complaints or What Might Be Seen

Notify Health Consultant

Notify Parent

Temporarily Exclude? If Excluded, Readmit When

Cold Symptoms Viruses (early stage of many viruses) Adenovirus Hand,Foot, Mouth Disease (Coxsackievirus) Enterovirus Parainfluenza virus Respiratory syncytial virus Rhinovirus Coronavirus Influenza

Bacteria Mycoplasma

Runny or stuffy nose Scratchy throat Coughing Sneezing Watery eyes Fever

Not necessary Yes No, unless Fever accompanied by behavior

change. Child looks or acts very ill. Child has difficulty breathing. Child has blood red or purple rash

not associated with injury. Child meets other exclusion criteria

Exclusion criteria are resolved without the support of non-prescribed over the counter medicine, but no sooner than the day after the exclusion.

Cough(May come from congestion anywhere from ears to lungs. Cough is a body response to something that is irritating tissues in the airway.)

Common cold Lower respiratory infection (eg, pneumonia, bronchiolitis) Croup Asthma Sinus infection Bronchitis

Dry or wet cough Runny nose (clear, white, or

yellow-green) Sore throat Throat irritation Hoarse voice, barking cough

Not necessary Yes No, unless Severe cough Rapid and/or difficult breathing Wheezing if not already evaluated

and treated Cyanosis (i.e., blue color of skin and

mucous membranes)


Diaper Rash Irritation by rubbing of diaper material against skin wet with urine or stool Infection with yeast or bacteria

Redness Scaling Red bumps Sores Cracking of skin in diaper

region

Not necessary Yes No, unless Oozing sores that leak body fluids

outside the diaper

Exclusion criteria are resolved.

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Diarrhea Usually viral, less commonly bacterial or parasitic

Infection by bacteria (the cause of most types of food poisoning)

Infections by other organisms

Eating foods that upset the digestive system

Allergies to certain foods Changes in diet Formula/Breast Milk Medications Radiation therapy Diseases of the

intestines (Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis)

Malabsorption (where the body is unable to adequately absorb certain nutrients from the diet)

Hyperthyroidism Some cancers Digestive tract surgery Diabetes Teething (for some

children) Vaccinations

Frequent loose or watery stools compared to child's normal pattern. (Note that exclusively breastfed infants normally have frequent uniformed and somewhat watery stools, or may have several days with no stools.)

Abdominal cramps Fever Generally not feeling well Sometimes accompanied by

vomiting

For one or more cases of bloody diarrhea or 3 or more children with diarrhea in group within a week

Yes Yes, if Stool is not contained in the diaper

for diapered children. Diarrhea is causing ·accidents' for

toilet-trained children. Stool frequency exceeds 2 or more

episodes of diarrhea. Child will be monitored within the classroom, bathroom, office, etc. by the Site Manager or assigned staff after first episode of diarrhea and monitored for 30 minutes to an hour. If a second episode occurs, the child will be excluded at the discretion of the Site Manager.

Blood/mucus in stool. Abnormal color of stool for child (eg,

all black or very pale). No urine output in 8 hours. Jaundice

(i.e., yellow skin or eyes). Fever with behavior change. Looks or acts very ill.

Cleared to return after being free of symptoms for 24 hours. If an outbreak has occurred at the center, the child must be free of symptoms for 48 hours.

Cleared to return by health professional for all cases of bloody diarrhea and diarrhea caused by Shigella, Salmonella, or Giardia.

Diapered children have their stool contained by the diaper (even if the stools remain loose) and toilet-trained children do not have toileting accidents.

Able to participate.

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Difficult orNoisy Breathing

Common cold Croup Epiglottitis Bronchiolitis Asthma Pneumonia Object stuck in airway

Common cold: Stuffy nose, sore throat, cough, and/or mild fever.

Croup: Barking cough, hoarseness, fever, possible chest discomfort (symptoms worse at night), and/or very noisy breathing, especially when breathing in.

Epiglottitis: Gasping noisily for breath with mouth wide open, chin pulled down, high fever, and/ or bluish (cyanotic) nails and skin; drooling, unwilling to lie down.

Bronchiolitis and Asthma: Child is working hard to breathe; rapid breathing; space between ribs looks like it is sucked in with each breath (retractions);wheezing; whistling sound with breathing; cold/ cough; irritable and unwell. Takes longer to breathe out than to breathe in.

Pneumonia: Deep cough, fever, rapid breathing, or space between ribs looks like it is sucked in with each breath (retractions).

Object stuck in airway: Symptoms similar to croup (2 above).

Not necessary Yes Yes, if Fever accompanied by behavior

change. Child looks or acts very ill. Child has difficulty breathing. Child has blood red or purple rash

not associated with injury. The child meets other exclusion

criteria


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Earache Bacteria or viruses Often occurs in context of

common cold

Fever Pain or irritability Difficulty hearing "BIocked” ears" Drainage Swelling around ear

Not necessary Yes No, unless

Unable to participate. Care would compromise staff's

ability to care for other children. Fever with behavior change.


Eye Irritation, Pink eye

Bacterial infection of the membrane covering the eye and eyelid (bacterial conjunctivitis)

Viral infection of the membrane covering the eye and eyelid (viral conjunctivitis)

Allergic irritation of the membrane covering the eye and eyelid (allergic conjunctivitis)

Chemical irritation of the membrane covering the eye and eyelid (irritant conjunctivitis) (eg, swimming in heavily chlorinated water, air pollution)

Bacterial infection: Pink color instead of whites of eyes and thick yellow/green discharge. May be irritated, swollen, or crusted in the morning.

Viral infection: Pinkish/red, irritated, swollen eyes; watery discharge; possible upper respiratory infection.

Allergic and chemical irritation: Red, tearing, itchy eyes; runny nose, sneezing; watery discharge.

Yes, if 2 or more children have red eyes with watery discharge

Yes For bacterial conjunctivitis.BABY TALK EARLY HEAD START

THROUGH THE HEALTH & NUTRITION ADVISORY COMMITTEE AND THE POLICY COUNSIL ELECT TO CONTINUE TO EXCLUDE “PINK EYE” UNTIL MEDICALLY CLEARED


For bacterial conjunctivitis once parent has discussed with health professional AND RECEIVED NOTE ON WHEN THEY MAY RETURN. Antibiotics may or may not be prescribed.

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Fever Any viral, bacterial, or parasitic infection

Overheating Reaction to medication

(eg, vaccine, oral) Other noninfectious ill-

nesses (eg, rheumatoid arthritis, malignancy)

Flushing, tired, irritable, decreased activity

Notes Fever alone is not harmful.

When a child has an infection, raising the body temperature is part of the body's normal defense against outside attacks.

Rapid elevation of body temperature sometimes triggers a febrile seizure in young children; this usually is outgrown by age 6 years. The first time a febrile seizure happens, the child requires evaluation. These seizures are frightening, but do not cause the child any long-term harm. Parents should inform their child's health professional every time the child has a seizure, even if the child is known to have febrile seizures.

Warning: Do not give aspirin. It has been linked to an increased risk of Reye syndrome (a rare and serious disease affecting the brain and liver).

Not necessary

Yes No, unless Behavior change. Unable to participate. Care would compromise staff's

ability to care for other children.Note: Temperatures considered

meaningfully elevated above normal, although not necessarily an indication of a significant health problem, for the following age groups.

Fever is defined by age: For infants 4 months of age and

younger (even if there has not been a change in child’s behavior):o Axillary (under the arm)

temperature: 100.0˚F or greater

For infants and children older than 4 months of age:o Axillary (under the arm)

temperature: 100.0˚F or greater

o Oral temperature: 101.0˚F or greater

For temporal thermometers:o 0-2 months 100.7°F (38.1°C) o 3-47 months 100.3°F (37.9°C) o 4-9 years 100.1°F (37.8°C) o 10-18 years 100.1°F (37.8°C)

Get immediate medical attention when infant younger than 4 months has unexplained temperature of 1010F (38.30'C) rectally or 1OO0'F (37.80) axillary. Any infant younger than 2 months with fever should get medical attention within an hour.


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Headache Any bacterial/viral infection

Other noninfectious causes

Tired and irritable Can occur with or without

other symptoms

Not necessary

Yes No, unless Child is unable to participateNote: Notify health professional in

case of sudden, severe headache with vomiting or stiff neck that might signal meningitis. The stiff neck of concern is reluctance and unusual discomfort when the child is asked to look at his or her "belly button" (putting chin to chest) - different from soreness in the side of the neck.

Able to participate

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Itching Ringworm Chickenpox Pinworm Head lice Scabies Allergic or irritant reaction

(eg, poison ivy) Dry skin or eczema Impetigo

Ringworm: Itchy ring-shaped patches on skin or bald patches on scalp.

Chickenpox: Blister-like spots surrounded by red halos on scalp, face, and body; fever; irritable.

Pinworm: Anal itching. Head lice: Small insects or

white egg sheaths (nits) in hair.

Scabies: Severely itchy red bumps on warm areas of body, especially between fingers or toes.

Allergic or irritant reaction: Raised, circular, mobile rash; reddening of the skin; blisters occur with local reactions (poison ivy, contact reaction).

Dry skin or eczema: Dry areas on body. More often worse on cheeks, in front of elbows, and behind knees. In infants, may be dry areas on fronts of legs and anywhere else on body, but not usually in diaper area. If swollen, red, or oozing, think about infection.

Impetigo: Areas of crusted yellow, oozing sores. Often around mouth or nasal openings.

For infestations such as lice and scabies; if more than one child in group has impetigo or ringworm; for chickenpox

Yes For chickenpox, scabies, and impetigo

Yes Children should be referred to a

health professional for treatment. For chickenpox, child needs to be

excluded until at least 6 days after onset of rash.

For impetigo, child needs to be excluded until 24 hours after treatment has been initiated.

For scabies, child needs to be excluded until the morning after the first treatment.

For head liceYes Children should receive treatment

For ringworm, pinworm, allergic or irritant reactions, and eczema

No, unless Appears infected as a weeping or

crusty sore and it cannot be covered

Note: Exclusion for hives is only necessary to obtain medical advice for care, if there is no previously made assessment and care plan for the hives.


On medication or treated as recommended by a health professional if indicated for the condition and for the time required to be readmitted.

For conditions that require application of antibiotics to lesions or taking of antibiotics by mouth, the period of treatment to reduce the risk of spread to others is usually 24 hours.

For most children with insect infestations or parasites, readmission as soon as the treatment has been given is acceptable.

For head lice, children cannot return until treatment has been provided and all nits have been removed.

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Mouth Sores Oral thrush (yeast infection)

Herpes or Hand,Foot, Mouth Disease (Coxsackievirus)

Canker sores

Oral thrush: White patches on tongue and along cheeks

Herpes or coxsackievirus infection: Pain on swallowing; fever; painful, yellowish spots in mouth; swollen neck glands; fever blister, cold sore; reddened, swollen, painful lips

Canker sores: Painful ulcers on cheeks or gums

Not necessary

Yes No, unless Drooling steadily related to mouth

sores. Unable to participate. Care would compromise staff's

ability to care for other children.


Rash Many causes Viral: roseola infantum,

fifth disease, chickenpox, herpesvirus, molluscum contagiosum, warts, cold sores, shingles (herpes zoster), Hand,Foot, Mouth Disease (Coxsackievirus) and others

Skin infections and infestations: ringworm (fungus),scabies (parasite), impetigo, abscesses, and cellulitis (bacteria)

Severe bacterial infections: meningococcus, pneumococcus, Staphylococcus aureus (MSSA, MRSA).

Skin may show similar findings with many different causes. Determining cause of rash requires a competent health professional evaluation that takes into account information other than just how rash looks.

Viral: Usually signs of general illness such as runny nose, cough, and fever (except for warts or molluscum). Each viral rash may have a distinctive appearance.

Minor skin infections and infestations: See "Itching." More serious skin infections: redness, pain, fever, pus.

Severe bacterial infections: Rare. These children have fever with rash and may be very ill.

For outbreaks Yes No, unless Rash with behavior change or

fever Has oozing/open wound and it

cannot be covered Has bruising not associated with

injury Has joint pain and rash Unable to participate Tender, red area of skin,

especially if it is increasing in size or tenderness


Able to participate in daily activities.

On antibiotic medication at least 24 hours (if indicated).

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Sore Throat(pharyngitis)

Viral-common cold viruses that cause upper respiratory infections

Strep throat

Viral: Verbal children will complain of sore throat; younger children maybe irritable with decreased appetite and increased drooling (refusal to swallow). May see symptoms associated with upper respiratory illness, such as runny nose, cough, and congestion.

Strep throat: Strep infection usually does not result in cough or runny nose. Signs of the body's fight against infection include red tissue with white patches on sides of throat at back of tongue (tonsil area), and at back wall of throat. Tonsils may be large, even touching each other. Swollen lymph nodes (sometimes incorrectly called "swollen glands") occur as body fights off the infection.

Not necessary

Yes No, unless Inability to swallow. Excessive drooling with breathing

difficulty. Fever with behavior change. The child meets other exclusion

criteria


Able to swallow. Able to participate. On medication at

least 24 hours (if strep).

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Stomachache Viral gastroenteritis or strep throat

Problems with internal organs of the abdomen such as intestine, colon, liver, bladder

Viral gastroenteritis or strep throat: Vomiting and diarrhea and/or cramping are signs of a viral infection of stomach and/or intestine. Strep throat may cause stomachache with sore throat, headache, and possible fever. If cough or runny nose is present, strep is very unlikely.

Problems with internal organs of the abdomen: Persistent severe pain in abdomen.

Not unless multiple cases in same group within 1 week.

Yes No, unless Severe pain causing child to

double over or scream Abdominal pain after injury Bloody/black stools No urine output for 8 hours Diarrhea Vomiting Yellow skin/eyes Fever with behavior change Looks or acts very ill


Pain resolves. Able to participate.

Swollen Glands (properly called swollen lymph nodes)

Normal body defense response to viral or bacterial infection in the area where lymph nodes are located (i.e., in the neck for any upper respiratory infection)

Bacterial infection of lymph nodes that become overcome and infected by bacteria they are responding to as part of the body's defense system

Normal lymph node response: Swelling at front sides, and back of the neck and ear, in the armpit or groin, or anywhere else near an area of an infection.

Bacterial infection of lymph nodes: Swollen, warm lymph nodes with overlying pink skin, tender to the touch, usually located near an area of the body that has been infected.

Not necessary

Yes No, unless Difficulty breathing or swallowing Red, tender, warm glands Fever with behavior change


Child is on antibiotics (if indicated).

Able to participate.

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Vomiting Viral infection of the stomach or intestine (gastroenteritis)

Coughing strongly Other viral illness with

fever Playing hard Becoming Overheated Becoming

Stressed/Emotional Tantrums Motion Sickness

Diarrhea, vomiting, and/or cramping for viral gastroenteritis

For outbreak Yes Yes, if Vomited more than 2 times in 24

hours Vomiting and fever Vomit that appears green/bloody No urine output in 8 hours Recent history of head injury Looks or acts very iII Vomit that appears green/bloody After 1 episode of vomiting, the

child will be monitored within the classroom, bathroom, office, etc. by the Site Manager or assigned staff after first episode of vomiting and monitored for 30 minutes to an hour. If a second episode occurs, the child will be excluded at the discretion of the Site Manager.

Vomiting ends; no symptoms for 24 hours


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Figure 2 – Chicken pox Figure 3 – Fifth Disease

Figure 4 = Hand Foot Mouth Disease Coxsackievirus Figure 5 = Head Lice Figure 6 = Impetigo

Figure 9 = MumpsFigure 7 = Kawasaki Disease Figure 8 = Measles

Appendix – Pictures of Conditions

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Figure 1 – Pink Eye / Conjunctivitis

Figure 11 = RingwormFigure 10 = MRSA

Figure 13 = RubellaFigure 12 = Rosella Figure 14 = Scabies

Figure 15 = Scarlet feverFigure 16 = Shingles

Figure 17 = Strep Throat

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Figure 20 = Heat rash Figure 18 = Thrush Figure 19 = Diaper Rash

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Figure 21 = Bed Bug Bites

Figure 22 - Please keep the following in mind when making a decision to exclude a child for diarrhea.

According to the Mayo Clinic, a number of diseases and conditions can cause diarrhea. Common causes of diarrhea include:

Bacteria and parasites. Contaminated food or water can transmit bacteria and parasites to your body. Parasites such as Giardia lamblia and cryptosporidium can cause diarrhea. Common bacterial causes of diarrhea include campylobacter, salmonella, shigella and Escherichia coli. Diarrhea caused by bacteria and parasites can be common when traveling in developing countries, and is often called traveler's diarrhea.

Medications. Many medications can cause diarrhea. The most common are antibiotics. Antibiotics destroy both good and bad bacteria, which can disturb the natural balance of bacteria in your intestines. This disturbance sometimes leads to an infection with bacteria called Clostridium difficile, which also can cause diarrhea.

Lactose intolerance. Lactose is a sugar found in milk and other dairy products. Many people have difficulty digesting lactose and experience diarrhea after eating dairy products. Your body makes an enzyme that helps digest lactose, but for most people the levels of this enzyme drop off rapidly after childhood. This causes an increased risk of lactose intolerance as you age.

Fructose. Fructose, a sugar found naturally in fruits and honey and added as a sweetener to some beverages, can cause diarrhea in people who have trouble digesting it.

Artificial sweeteners. Sorbitol and mannitol, artificial sweeteners found in chewing gum and other sugar-free products, can cause diarrhea in some otherwise healthy people.

Surgery. Some people may experience diarrhea after undergoing abdominal surgery or gallbladder removal surgery. Other digestive disorders. Chronic diarrhea has a number of other causes, such as Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis,

celiac disease, microscopic colitis and irritable bowel syndrome. Vaccinations and Teething can also cause diarrhea and/or fever in some children. Viruses. Viruses that can cause diarrhea include Norwalk virus, cytomegalovirus and viral hepatitis. Rotavirus is a

common cause of acute childhood diarrhea.

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Contact InformationBaby TALK Administrative Offices 500 E. Lake Shore DriveDecatur, IL 62521217-475-2234Hours: 8:30-4:00

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