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SUMMER MINISTRIES 2014PRE-KAMP MAY 19- JUNE 12 KAMP – JUNE 16-AUGUST 8

AGES: 3-14

True Vine Family Life Church and True Vine Christian Academy

5700 Old Collinsville Road

Fairview Heights, IL 62208

Phone: (618) 628-8463 Fax #: (618) 628-8493

www.tvccc.org

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TRUE VINESUMMER MINISTRIES

Statement of Enrollment Opportunity and Belief

True Vine Summer Ministries admits students ofany race, color, national or ethnic origin.

True Vine believes that the Holy Bible is the inherentword of God and that Jesus Christ is the Son of God. All of the teachings of True Vine are centered around these biblical precepts.

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TRUE VINE FAMILY LIFE CHURCH

TRUE VINE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY SCHOOL

SUMMER MINISTRIES

Theme: “Changing Lives”

Bible Verse: Philippians 4:11 —“I can do all things through Christ which strengthens me.”

The TVCA-CPS Summer Ministries enhances the educational vision for children by promoting academic review as well as spiritual growth.

Healthy Start – Breakfast is served Monday through Friday from 7:45 to 8:15 a.m. Students eating breakfast must be in the building by 8:00 am in order to finish breakfast by 8:15 am. Biblical Start – Children are spiritually motivated every morning through song, the Christian pledge, books of the Bible, prayer and praise dance drill.

Moral Start – The TVCA-CPS Staff act as positive role models and mentors for the children. These leaders are committed to children’s social interactions. Children will learn by example with mannerisms, hard work, and respect for others and themselves.

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Safe Environment – The Summer Ministries hours are 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. We have extended care from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The doors will be locked between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Activities – Summer Ministries are engaged in daily activities such as math, reading, creative writing, physical fitness, arts and crafts, Bible and other culturally-enriching activities. Field trips away from the building occur at least TWO-THREE days per week.

Storyteller – Every Friday, a grandparent, parent, teacher or someone special will be invited to come and read a special book to our children. If you would like to read a book to our children, please fill out the form on the next page. We would like to thank you for allowing us to assist in the nurturing of your child. May God continue to bless you.

The Summer Ministries Staff

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Storyteller FormYes, I would love to come and read a book to the children on Fridays between 11:30 am and 1:00pm. Please sign me up as follows:

Date: _______________________________

Name: _______________________________________________

Contact Number (please list the best number to contact you):______________________________

DATE TIME YOU WILL BE HERE USING CENTER BOOK OR USING YOUR OWN BOOK?

June 20, 2014

June 27, 2014

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July 11, 2014

July 25, 2014

August 1, 2014

August 8, 2014

The Center has books available for you to read or you may bring your own book to read. If you bring your own book, you must have it approved by the Ministries Director.

TRUE VINE FAMILY LIFE CHURCH

SUMMER MINISTRIES DAILY SCHEDULE

EXTENDED CARE PROGRAM6:00-8:30 a.m. and 3:30-6:00p.m.

3:30 -6:00 pm Interactive Activities/Late Pick-up

7:45-8:15 am Breakfast8:15-8:25 am Clean-up

8:30 am General Assembly-Devotions

ExpectationsManners

9:00am-12:00 pm Activity Time:

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Monday-Thursday in the AMComputers/Math/Reading/Writing

Friday-Swimming (Storytelling)12:00-12:30 pm Lunch/Transition Time

Activity Time:M-Fun Day-Arts and Crafts/Music ClinicT-Field Trip to St. LouisW-Educational Day/Biblical Studies/MoviesT-Physical Day-Sports ClinicF-Wet Day-Swimming (Storytelling)

1:00-3:00 pm Scheduled Field Trip or Special Event3:00 pm Transition Time (Sharing, Debriefing)

(Travel Time from Field Trip)3:30 pm Snack, Clean-up, and Closing

** Portions of the flexible schedule will reverse if field trips are in the morning.**

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True Vine Family Life Church

True Vine Family Life Church Summer Ministries has been operating since 2001. Our Ministries will provide Sports Clinics and Tournaments, Academic Programs, Educational Field Trips, and Arts and Crafts.

Registration All new students must pay a $ 40.00 NON-REFUNDABLE registration fee at the time of application.

Current student registration fee $30.00

Tuition/Fees: $300.00 per month/4 weeksThis fee includes free breakfast, daily snack, childcare, supplies and all materials for a great summer of fun and learning! All tuition payments are due on time upon arrival on the 1st of each month and considered late after the 3rd of the month. A $40.00 late fee will be applied plus $5.00 per day until payments are made. Payments may be made by check, cash, credit/debit card, or money order. No changes will be made or no refunds will be given during the summer months.

ALL FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE AND NON TRANSFERABLE! NO EXCEPTIONS!

Extended Care The operating hours for the Summer Ministries are 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. However, extended care is available 6:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. or 3:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. if you arrive after start time a late fee of $15.00. will be charged. This fee must be paid upon arrival or the following day before your child can participate If you have more than 3 tardies during the summer Ministries you will longer receive free extended care services and must pay the extended care rate of $25.00 per week for the entire month in advance.

Drop-In Rates A minimum of 2 weeks 5 days per week is required for all promotions given for 2014-2015. The Drop-In Rate is $24.00 per day. Breakfast and snacks are free of charge.

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$100.00 Projected Summer Activity FeeThis is the projected cost for the summer field trips. The calendar and schedule of the cost are attached.

FOR ALL YOU GET, IT’S THE

BEST SUMMER

INVESTMENT!!!!

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Vacation Policy

No vacation Credit will be given this summer. A minimum of 4 weeks must be paid in advance and the weeks can be split up between the months of June (2 weeks) and July (2 weeks). All fees will be due before your departure and will reserve your child’s space in the Summer Ministries.

Sick Policy

If your child is absent, you are obligated to pay for those days, unless the child is hospitalized or confined by a doctor. A doctor’s statement must be submitted upon your return to the Center. Three days constitute a full week. The daily rate will apply for those days attended in that week. If your child will be out for an extended period of time due to illness, The Administrator must approve the absence which could result in your child’s slot being filled by another student.

Funeral Leave Policy

A copy of an obituary, memorial bulletin, or death certificate is required in order to be exempt from any late fee payments due because your child is absent in the same week to attend a funeral.

Serious Family Illness

If your family is required to travel in the event of a serious illness within your family, you will be exempt from any late fee payments if your child is absent for three or more days in the same week. A doctor or hospital statement must be submitted for verification.

Withdrawal Policy

Parents must give a two-week notice of their intent to withdraw students from the Center. (This includes summer break as well as any other time of the year). The two-week notice must be in writing – a “Withdrawal/Drop Notice” form is available in the Main office.

Income Tax Receipts

Note: Receipts for tax purposes will be issued, as requested, beginning January 2, 2015.

Parent & Student Orientations

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All campers are required to attend a 6-hour orientation and two workshops prior to participating in camp activities. Parents will be given a daily calendar of scheduled activities. Activities are subject to change if weather changes. However, activities will take place before the end of the 10 weeks. Parents are required to attend a 1-hour orientation Session before students can participate in this ministry.

Safety Precautions/Dress Code

We are here for the education, care and safety of your children. With this in mind, the following policy will be enforced in order to keep your children safe. During the summer program children are to wear:

non-marking sneakers comfortable shorts and t-shirts. Pumps and dress shoes are strictly prohibited because the activities

throughout the day do not allow participation with these types of shoes and are hazardous to the child.

Ministry t-shirts are required on field trips to St. Louis. If your child does not have on a program t-shirt, he or she will not be allowed to attend the field trips to St. Louis, unless extra shirts are available.

If a child enters the program with unacceptable clothing, parents (or emergency contact) will be called and expected to provide proper clothing. Clothing should be planned with the schedule of activities as a guide.

Due to safety reasons, students are not allowed to wear flip-flops. All parents and students shall be properly attired while attending, visiting,

Picking up your child or dropping your child off at the TVCA-CPS. Please do not wear anything that is too revealing or very short.

Drop-Off and Pick-up Safety Tips

Please lock your vehicle and do not leave your wallet, purse, or other valuables visible in the automobile.

ITEMS NEEDED FOR CAMP

Each day, the child should bring the following items to camp (please label all items sent to camp with your child's name):

• Swimsuit (Friday's Only)

• Towel (Friday's Only)

• Backpack (to store items not being used)

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• Prescribed Medication in original packing (If necessary)

• Sun block (will remain with counselors until needed)

• Change of clothes (Children under 5 years of age)

• Squeeze Water Bottle

• Cold lunches (In zip lock bags w/ names)

• Insect repellent

The camp staff requests that you do not send any toys (i.e. game boys, etc). The toys from home may tend to provide an unnecessary distraction for the other campers when the staff is trying to implement a game or activity. In addition, we do not want a child to misplace or lose toys. The camp will not be held responsible for lost or stolen items. Parents are strongly encouraged to help the child pack for camp daily to ensure that inappropriate items are not brought to camp.

**All items should be clearly labeled with full first and last name. **

Lunches

Children may bring zip lock bags only! The campers may bring a lunch as well as a separate bag for snacks. Please place your child's name and age on each bag. If your child is here longer than 9 hours per day we highly recommend that you pack a snack bag. Each day when your child arrives at TVCC they will drop off their cold lunches at the kitchen window. Once lunch has been dropped off, your child will be allowed to eat until the designated time. Food and drinks are not allowed in the classrooms or the chapel. If a child comes to camp without a lunch we will prepare a cold lunch for $3.50.

Continued Care may be contracted for the duration of the month of August with the TVCA-CPS.

The Center will be closed August 29, 2014 and Sept. 1, 2014

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TRUE VINE FAMILY LIFE CHURCH

SUMMER MINISTRIES

DISCOUNTS

REFERRAL INCENTIVEIt is our desire all who attend the Summer Ministries will bring a friend. To show our appreciation, we have established an incentive that will reduce one of your monthly tuition bill for every child referred as long as the referee remains enrolled in our Summer Ministries for 2 months.

For example:

1 Referral = $25.00 off monthly tuition

2 Referrals = $50.00 off monthly tuition

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3 Referrals = $75.00 off monthly tuition

If ten or more referrals have been made, then one child in a family would be entitled to receive free tuition as long as the referees are actively enrolled in the Summer Ministries. Please obtain Referral Certificate from the main office, which must be signed by both parties to certify you to receive your discount.

IMMEDIATE FAMILY DISCOUNTFamilies with 2 or more children enrolled in TVCA-CPS will receive discounted monthly (4-weeks) tuition as follows: PROMOTIONAL FEES

**REGULAR FEE $24.00 PER DAY PER STUDENT**

Promotional Fees(8:30 AM-3:30PM)

ADD $15.00 FOR AM OR PM EXTENDED CARE

ADD $ 25.00 FOR AM AND PM EXTENDED CARE

1ST CHILD-$300.002ND CHILDREN- $550.003RD CHILDREN-$750.00

FREE FREE

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TRUE VINE FAMILY LIFE CHURCH

Tuition & LATE Payment Policy

All Tuition Payments Are Due Upon arrival on the 1st of Each Month.

We need all parents to honor the tuition payment plan as outlined below and make payments on time so that you will not be dropped from the program. (No notice will be given.) All tuition payments are due on time upon arrival on the 1st of each month and considered late after the 3rd of the month. A $40.00 late fee will be applied plus $5.00 per day until payments are made. Payments may be made by check, cash, credit/debit card, or money order. No changes will be made or no refunds will be given during the summer months.

**ALL FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE AND NON TRANSFERABLE! NO EXCEPTIONS!**

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If payment is not received by the due date, the student may not return until the account is resolved in a satisfactory manner (payment plus late fee). Please see payment dates listed below:

PAYMENT DUE DATESMAY 1, 2014- NEW KAMPERS- ½

PAYMENT DUEPAYMENT DUE DATES

JUNE 1, 2014JULY 1, 2014

AUGUST 1, 2014

All payments for new reserved spaces are due at parent's orientations and thereafter the 1st of each month in advance. Late enrollment fees are due the first day of the session. Current students 1st payment is due on June 1, 2014. Pre or Post Camps -an unconditional refund policy is available up until the first week of camp. Refunds after the first week of camp are dependent upon the supervisor's approval and the waiting list.

Return checks will not be acceptable. There is a charge of $40.00 in cash due before your child can participate or return to the camp. Thereafter, only cash will be accepted for payment. If fees are not paid the following week of the camp your child will not be able to participate in activity and/or attend camp. If your check is returned, you will be charged return fee plus late fee. All payments must be given to the director or the pastor of this ministry.

Please do not give fees to counselors! Any concerns with payments must be directly made to the director. NO EXCEPTIONS! The campers are allowed to bring extra spending money. However, each morning, during attendance, the counselor will collect all money and the child will receive it back once we arrive at the location. Any child that does not turn in money before departing the camp will not be allowed to bring extra money for the duration of the camp. The camper is not allowed to borrow money from other campers or staff.

NO NOTICE WILL BE GIVEN!!

ALL PAYMENTS DUE ON TIME PLEASE!!

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WE LOVE

TRUE VINE FAMILY LIFE CHURCH’S

KIDS KAMP

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TRUE VINE FAMIILY LIFE CHURCH

SUMMER MINISTRIES

Late Pick-Up Fees Policy

The Summer Ministries operates as follows:

Regular Hours: 8:30 am-3:30pm Regular RateExtended Care: 6:00 am – 8:30 am

and3:30 pm – 6:00 pm

Additional $25.00 per week

Drop-In: 8:30 am – 3:30 pm $24.00 per dayDrop-In with Extended Care:

6:00 am – 8:30 amOr

3:30 pm – 6:00 pm

$ 40.00 per day

Any child not picked up on time will be assessed a late fee which is due at the time of pick-up. You will be required to pay a flat fee of $15.00 for each 30-minute interval that you are late.

For Example: Extended Ministries$ 30.00 6:01 pm – 6:30 pm$ 60.00 6:31 pm – 7:00 pm

Failure to pay the LATE PICK-UP Fees shall result in the forfeiture of services, until payment is made

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TRUE VINE FAMILY LIFE CHURCH

Summer Ministries Transportation & Fees

Summer Ministries Transportation

If we have a minimum of (7) STUDENTS signed up, we will provide pickup and delivery points daily to accommodate those families from other districts who would like to participate in our Summer Ministries. The following are times and pickup locations. Please be prompt so that we may reach the next pickup sight in a timely fashion. Safety is our first priority; please encourage your child to follow the van rules and the direction of the driver.

LOCATION PICK-UP TIMEScott Air Force Base (Shiloh Gate) 7:45 a.m.

157 & 64 (McDonald’s) 8:10 a.m.

If your child isn’t waiting at the above time, our departure will be 10 minutes to allow for us to reach the next location. When dropping off youth, we will also wait approximately 10 minutes for the parents to meet the van. In the event of inclement weather, we will make amends but we must work together to keep the cost of doing business at a minimum for all parties concerned. Also, if your child is going to miss on a respective day, please notify the main office so that the driver can maintain accurate records of which youth will be riding each day.

Transportation Fees

Each individual will be charged $5.00 per day or $25.00 per week. This will allow us to provide the type of service that everyone is expecting and should receive. This fee must be paid along with monthly Ministries tuition.

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TRUE VINE FAMILY LIFE CHURCH

Standards Of Conduct

TRUE VINE FAMILY LIFE CHURCH Summer Ministries holds that the Bible is the infallible, divine

Word of God and that the salvation by faith in Christ is the initial step in the Christian life. There is adequate Biblical basis for the idea of spiritual growth into the image of Christ (Romans 8:29), which is the work of the Holy Spirit (2 Corinthians 3:18). This growth begins with the initial act of saving faith and continues throughout life. The Holy Spirit makes the Christian conscious of the Biblical demands for a holy life which fulfills both God’s moral law and high law of love (Matthew 22:37-39; Romans 13:8-10; Galatians 5:14). The result is a life consecrated unto God and separated from the world.

TRUE VINE FAMILY LIFE CHURCH Summer Ministries must therefore provide an environment conducive to the spiritual growth and development of young people who are not yet mature Christians. A standard of conduct based on the following Biblical imperatives is necessary to provide such an environment. All of the activities of the Christian must be subordinated to the glory of God who indwells us (I Corinthians 8:9, 10:32, 12-13). The Christian will endeavor to avoid practices which cause the loss of sensitivity to the spiritual need of the world and loss of the Christian’s physical, mental, or spiritual well-being (I Corinthians 9:27).

A sense of the need for spiritual growth in light of these principles has led True Vine Summer Ministries to adopt the following standards which we believe are conducive to the environment that will best promote the spiritual welfare of the student.

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1. To refrain from swearing, indecent language, smoking, drinking alcoholic beverages, the abuse of drugs, gambling, lewd/lascivious dancing and inappropriate music while on the premises.

2. To maintain Christian standards in courtesy, kindness, morality, and honesty while on premises.

The selection of restrictions mentioned in this pledge may appear arbitrary to some, but while not condemning others who see differently, TRUE VINE FAMILY LIFE CHURCH Summer Ministries believes that the restrictions named are outstanding types of conduct which are detrimental to the standards established as its objective.

Students are expected to abide by these standards throughout their enrollment while at TRUE VINE FAMILY LIFE CHURCH Summer Ministries and at all times while on the premises of TRUE VINE FAMILY LIFE CHURCH Summer Ministries. Students found to be out of harmony with the

Standards of Conduct and ideas of work and life of TRUE VINE FAMILY LIFE CHURCH Summer Ministries may be invited to withdraw whenever the general welfare demands it, even though there may be no special breach of conduct. In this atmosphere of definite and positive Christian standards of conduct, good scholastic planning, and genuine personal interest between faculty and student there is fine opportunity for development of strong Christian character.

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TRUE VINE FAMILY LIFE CHURCH

Statement Of Cooperation

It is my understanding that the policy for the school is that any fees including registration fees will not be refunded. I give TRUE VINE FAMILY LIFE CHURCH Summer Ministries permission for my child to take part in all summer activities, including bus trips, sport activities, and sponsored trips away from the Ministries/church premises. I also believe that discipline is necessary for the welfare of each student as well as for the entire school. I give permission for my child’s teacher and/or other agent of the Ministries to make and enforce classroom regulations in a manner consistent with Christian principles and discipline as set forth in the Scriptures. I further agree to hold the Ministries and its agents harmless of any liability to my child or any guardian or parent thereof because of any claims on behalf of my child against the school or any agent thereof because of injury or alleged injury to my child. Should legal action, for any reason, be taken against TRUE VINE FAMILY LIFE CHURCH Summer Ministries or any employee or agent thereof, on my child’s behalf and the school or its agent not be found at fault, I agree to pay any attorney fee, court fees, damages or other costs that TRUE VINE FAMILY LIFE CHURCH Summer Ministries or its agent should incur to defend itself against such action.

The Statement of Cooperation will be in effect for as long as my children listed (or others to be enrolled) attend TRUE VINE FAMILY LIFE CHURCH Summer Ministries whether it be in the Nursery, Kindergarten, Elementary, or Summer Ministries.

I understand that should my marital status change that it is my responsibility to have a corrected Statement of Cooperation signed, dated, and delivered to TRUE VINE FAMILY LIFE CHURCH Summer Ministries. TRUE VINE FAMILY LIFE CHURCH Summer Ministries admits students of any race, color and national or ethnic origin, whose beliefs and values are consistent with True Vine Family Life Church Standard of Conduct, Statement of Cooperation, and other policies.

_____________________________________________________________________________________Parent Signature ______________________________________________________________________________Date

___________________________________________________________________________________Student ______________________________________________________________________________Session

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SUMMER MINISTRIES

Disciplinary Policy

TRUE VINE FAMILY LIFE CHURCH Summer Ministries is committed to providing children and families with learning oriented quality care, in a positive and supportive environment. A major part of that obligation is focused on the importance of discipline (instruction, training, corrective action) and its effect on your child. The following are guidelines that are used and will continue to be used during the duration of our program:

1. Determine why the child is misbehaving (attention, boredom, tired).

2. Use voice modulation to firmly direct the child to proper behavior.

3. The child will receive a verbal warning if inappropriate behavior continues.

4. “Time Out” to provide the child an opportunity to think about appropriate behavior. It will last one minute per year of age, be in sight of a teacher, and preferably be located where the child can see other children.

5. Three time outs in one day will require a written report by the child’s teacher/counselor. (and student cannot participate in the next off campus field trip)

6. If a child is put in time out and continues to exhibit inappropriate behavior, the child will be taken to the Summer Ministries Director, who will evaluate the situation and determine if the child’s parent(s) should be called.

7. Violent or abusive behavior will result in an immediate call to the parent, and a parent/teacher conference when the child is picked up or immediate pickup by parent as necessary. The Summer Ministries Director will supervise the conference. Repeated actions of inappropriate behavior will require parental conference and a half day to a full day suspension at the parent’s expense. Should the parent not have a place for the child to spend the half day or full day suspension, an in-school suspension will be established which will consist of: ISOLATION FROM REGULAR CLASS - no activity involvement and isolated lunch. This action must be approved by the Administrator for an additional charge of $7.00per hour.

8. Any student hitting a teacher will result in a two-day suspension on the following day (at the parent’s expense). No In-School suspension will be allowed. The intent and attitudes of the student will be strongly considered by the Summer Ministries Director so as to determine corrective actions. A conference will be required before re-admittance.

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9. An incident report will be completed and placed in the student’s file. The parent will be made aware of the incident.

10. Classroom rules, manners, good habits, bathroom and lunchroom behavior will also be emphasized. We only establish these guidelines to assist you in helping us with the best possible means of training and developing respect, and positive responsive attitudes to authority.

In this atmosphere of definite and positive Christian standards of conduct, good scholastic planning, and genuine personal interest between faculty and student there is fine opportunity for development of strong Christian character.

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TRUE VINE FAMILY LIFE CHURCH

SUMMER MINISTRIES

Health & Safety Standard

For the safety and health of all children in the center, the following will apply as it pertains to communicable diseases (Strep Throat, Scarlatina, Pin Worms, Hepatitis, Mononucleosis, Chicken Pox, Mumps, Measles, etc...) The child must be picked up and may only return with a physician’s statement.

First Outbreak - Medical treatment and a statement of treatment from a licensed physician.

Second Outbreak - Medical treatment. During the time of treatment, your child must be away from the center during the duration of the treatment. (All medications must be taken before returning to the center and a statement of treatment from a licensed physician must be presented upon your return).

Third Outbreak - Medical treatment. During the time of treatment, your child must be away from the center during the duration of the treatment. (All medications must be taken before returning to the center and a statement of treatment from a licensed physician must be presented upon your return). Additional recovery time will be extended at the discretion of the Administrator and the physician.

As state law requires, a child exhibiting any of the following symptoms must be sent home and may only return with a physician’s statement:

1. Diarrhea - more than one abnormally loose stool

2. Severe coughing - high pitched croupy or whooping sounds

3. Pinkeye

4. Unusual spots or rashes

5. Sore throat or difficulty swallowing

6. Fever over 100 degrees

7. Headache or stiff neck

8. Vomiting more than once

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10. Ringworms

CONTAGIOUS GUIDE

DISEASE STUDENT OUT UNTILCHICKEN POX After 10 days and all the lesions are dried upMEASLES Exclude during cold symptoms and 7 days

after the rash is goneSTREP THROAT 24 hours after prescribed medication and

temperature freeSCARLET FEVER 24 hours after prescribed medication and

temperature freeIMPETIGO Under treatment 24 hours. Sores must be

covered.MUMPS 10 days and no swelling or tenderness

**IMPORTANT NOTICE** In the interest and safety of the welfare of all our students, the Center reserves the right to take the necessary actions to avoid exposure to contagious diseases.

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