1. Welcome to Stowe Early Learning Center … 3 2. Meet SELC the Eaglet … 3 3. Our Commitment to Belonging … 4 4. Our Commitment to Quality … 4 5. Our Commitment to Literacy … 5 6. Mission, Vision, and Guiding Principles … 5 7. About Our Programs … 6 8. Family Partnerships and Engagement … 7 9. Communication with Families … 10 10. Attendance … 11 11. Arrival, Dismissal, and Transportation … 12 12. Daily Life in Preschool … 15 13. Curriculum, Learning, and School Readiness … 18 14. Assessment … 21 15. Individualized Supports and Special Education … 23 16. Health, Safety, and Wellness … 25 17. Positive Guidance and Behavior Support … 28 18. Records, Confidentiality, and Family Rights … 31 19. Family and Community Resources … 32 20. Grievance Procedures … 34 21. Policy Information … 35
Appendices
• Appendix A: Program Hours and Calendar … 37
• Appendix B: Health Exclusion Quick Guide … 39
• Appendix C: Transportation Procedures … 41
• Appendix D: Special Education and Section 504 Information … 43
• Appendix E: Key Contacts and Helpful Acronyms … 48
Welcome to Stowe Early Learning Center( SELC)!
We are excited to partner with your family during this important stage of your child ' s development. Preschool is a time of tremendous growth, curiosity, discovery, and learning. At SELC, we strive to create a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where children develop a lifelong love of learning while building the social, emotional, and academic foundations necessary for future success.
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