Is there a fee for my child to attend the Emily Meschter Early Learning Center?
No. Attendance to the Emily Meschter Early Learning Center is free of charge.
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What are the operation hours of the Emily Meschter Early Learning Center?
Emily Meschter Early Learning Center operates Monday through
Thursday. The morning
session is from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and the afternoon session is
from 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Remote Learning is currently Monday through Friday.
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- Are there certain supplies my child should have for school?
Yes. Your child should have a backpack (with your child’s name on it) to carry things back and forth from school each day. One that opens and closes with a zipper is best. Also, it’s a good idea to leave a change of your child’s clothes in the classroom in case of an accident. If he/she wears diapers or pull-ups, please send several in his/her backpack each day and a box of wipes for us to keep in our changing room area. The classroom teacher will send home a list of special supplies if needed.
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Can I visit my child's classroom?
You are welcome to visit your child’s classroom anytime. Just sign in the classroom on the day of your visit. Please remember that the teacher is involved in teaching all of the children in the classroom and may not have time for lengthy conversations. If you would like, the staff will be happy to talk and answer your questions when the class time is over. If you are interested in volunteering to work in the classroom on a regular basis, please contact your child’s teacher for further information.
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How will the Flowing Wells School District assess my child’s progress and development?
We work closely with the Arizona
Department of Education Early Childhood Division, Arizona Department of
Health Services as well as the National Association for the Education of
Young Childhood to be able to properly assess the needs of your child.
We use the Galileo Pre-K assessment tool three times per year (October,
February and May). You will receive an update of your child’s progress.
Our center will also continue to use a developmental checklist to
determine your child’s progress of readiness skills at the beginning and
the end of the school year.
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Does the Emily Meschter Early Learning Center have a dress code?
We discourage our students from having items in school that
promote super-heroes. We have found that young children demonstrate more
aggressive behavior and increased aggressive attitudes when they
interact with super-hero items at school. Such items would include:
Spiderman, Superman, Power Puff Girls, professional wrestlers, and Power
Rangers, although this list is not all inclusive. Our staff is
dedicated to providing your child with positive experiences throughout
his/her preschool day. If you have any questions or concerns, please
talk to your child’s teacher or the program director.
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What is the purpose of a Home Visit?
The purpose of the home visit is for the school visitors to
work and talk with the parent and the preschool child. It gives you, the
parent/guardian, an opportunity to tell us what questions and concerns
you have. It also gives us, the school, a chance to do the same. It
allows us the opportunity to complete necessary paperwork or forms, and
it gives the child the chance to share in an enjoyable, planned activity
in which he/she is the center of attention.
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What can parents do to prepare for a Home Visit?
Before school visitors are scheduled to
arrive, be sure that the home environment is conducive for the visit.
This would include:
- Removing pets from the area
- Turning off the TV or radio
- Being ready to promptly begin the visit
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What if I must cancel my home visit appointment?
It is important that we complete home visits as scheduled; however, if it is necessary to cancel a home visit, please do so at least one hour ahead of the scheduled time. We greatly appreciate earlier notice!
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What do I need to do to register my child in the Emily Meschter Early Learning Center preschool?
Parents must complete a registration packet prior to their
child’s attendance in preschool. You may contact The Emily Meschter
Early Learning Center (696-8909) for general information or to obtain a
packet. In addition to the packet, please provide:
1. The original or certified copy of your child’s birth certificate.
2. Proof of current residency.
3. Proof of your child’s immunizations.
4. Verification of income (Preschool Income-Based Program only).
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Does the district provide bus transportation?
Transportation is available for those students who require it
in order to benefit from the program. Please fill out the appropriate
paperwork when you register. Once service begins, an adult must meet the
student on time as the bus arrives and departs. Authorized school staff
members will escort the children from the bus. We provide
transportation within district boundaries only. The Emily Meschter Early
Learning Center has the right to discontinue transportation services if
students or parents do not adhere to district procedures.
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What should I do if I need to take my child out of school early?
We will release children to their legal guardians or to another
person with the guardian’s written permission. Parents/guardians must
list, on the registration form, the names of people they give permission
to pick up a child.
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What should I do if my child must be absent from school?
When your child is unable to attend school, please call the
preschool at (520) 696-8909 or (520) 696-8910 and report the absence. Also please call the
Transportation office at (520) 696-8870 if your child will not need bus
service due to an absence.
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Is there a school nurse available in case my preschool child needs medical attention?
Yes. There is a health assistant on campus that will help your child if
he/she gets a minor injury. The health assistant is also there in case your child
needs to take medication during the time he/she is at school. The health assistant
will only give medication to the child with the doctor’s directions and
parental permission. All medications must be stored in the health
office and must be in its original container with the appropriate
instructions. Parents must also complete an authorization form before
the nurse can dispense any medication.
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