Mayfield Preschool
6116 Wilson Mills Road Mayfield Village, OH 44143
Phone: 440-995-7300 Fax: 440-995-6805
www.mayfieldschools.org
Dear Parents,
WELCOME to Mayfield Preschool, home of the Wildcat Cubs! This handbook has
been prepared especially for the parents and children of Mayfield Preschool. The
purpose of this handbook is to acquaint you with the preschool program, and ensure
you are better informed regarding the daily operations and policies necessary for
our operation. This handbook will give you the information necessary to help your
student have a successful preschool experience at Mayfield’s Preschool.
As your child is our most important concern, much of what is provided in this
handbook is to help in providing your child with a foundation for a good school year.
The staff at Mayfield Preschool will be working to ensure that this year will be an
exciting and rewarding experience for your child.
Welcome to Mayfield Preschool!!!
The Early Childhood Enrichment Center is an equal opportunity provider. “In
accordance with Federal law and U.S, Department of Agriculture policy, this
institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national
origin, sex, age, or disability. To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA,
Director, Office of Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C.
20250-9410, or call (800) 795-3272 (voice) or (202) 720-6832 (TTY). USDA is an
equal opportunity provider and employer.”
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Letter from the Preschool Coordinator . . . . 2
Governing Board . . . . . . . . 4
Vision & Mission . . . . . . . 4
Philosophy . . . . . . . . . 4
Eligibility of Student . . . . . . . 5
The Preschool Program . . . . . . . 6
Assessment . . . . . . . 8
Class Size . . . . . . . . . 8
Safety of Children . . . . . . . . 8
Contagious Disease . . . . . . . 10
Nurse . . . . . . . . 10
Medical Policy . . . . . . . . 12
Hearing Screening . . . . . . . 13
Emergency Medical Authorization . . . . 13
Health check Services for Children . . . . . 14
Diapering . . . . . . 15
Child Abuse and Neglect Policy . . . . . 15
Sample Schedule . . . . . . . . 16
Arrival and Dismissal. . . . . . . . 17
Transportation . . . . . . . 18
Attendance . . . . . . . . . 19
Snack . . . . . . . . . 19
Behavior . . . . . . . . . 20
Sharing Information. . . . . . . . 20
Change of Address . . . . . . . 20
Parent Involvement . . . . . . . 21
Mayfield Website and Infinite Campus . . . . 21
School Closing . . . . . . 22
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Withdraw . . . . . . . 22
Other Information . . . . . . 22
GOVERNING BOARD
Mayfield Preschool program is governed by the Mayfield City Schools Board of
Education.
MAYFIELD CITY SCHOOLS
Vison: A promise for learning, dignity and respect for all
Mission: Every Student, Every Day
Mayfield Pillars:
Student Learning and Academic Excellence
Growing Leadership, Talent & Professional Capacity
Fiscal Stewardship and Operations
Community Relations and Family Partnerships
Core Values:
A belief in education as a life-long process
A commitment to the education and development of the whole child
Respect and value of every stakeholder
Open and honest collaboration
A commitment to creating and maintaining a positive and working
environment for all
PRESCHOOL PHILOSOPHY
The educational philosophy of Mayfield Preschool is based on a developmental
approach to education. Programming is planned to meet each child’s social,
emotional, cognitive, language, and physical needs as the child passes through
predictable and sequential stages of development.
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Child-directed, teacher-supported exploration and learning experiences are
designed so that the children can construct knowledge at their own developmental
level and pace. This constructivist model allows children to become active
participants in the learning process. Trust, social interaction, and play are seen as
the foundations on which children develop problem-solving skills, language, and
self-esteem.
Integrated programming allows all typically developing children and children with
special needs to gain a broader perspective of the real world. Children engage in a
variety of opportunities and experiences as they interact with peers in the
environment.
Families are considered an integral part of the learning experience. We believe in
creating partnerships with families to foster an optimal learning environment;
communication is valued. They are encouraged to be active participants in their
child’s educational program.
ELIGIBILITY OF STUDENTS
Children with Special Needs
Children who have an identified disability or are in need of a referral for such
identifications follow a process through the School Psychologist. All students are
3 years of age before entering the program. Eligibility is determined by the Rules
for the Education of Preschool Children with Disabilities Served by Public Schools
(Chapter 3301-31). Our program follows mandated state and local placement
procedures. A team of staff professionals reviews the needs of each child to
determine the appropriate placement.
Peer Models
Peer models are eligible for participation in the program at the age of 3 by August
1, 2022 thru 5 years old. Our placement procedure requires that each prospective
student participate in Peer Screening or classroom visit. The following traits are
considered:
1. The ability to comply with teacher request in a timely manner
2. Age-appropriate play skills
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3. Good language, speech, and communication skills
4. Must toilet independently
5. Demonstrate age-appropriate independence and initiative
6. Demonstrate age-appropriate self-help skills
7. Have the ability to make transitions and flexibility in following
directions
Once a child has participated in the peer screening process, and has been
accepted into the program, we will send an email notifying the parent of the
following:
a. Sign the enrollment contract for the 2022-2023 school year
b. Pay a non-refundable deposit of $290
c. Complete the online student registration during appointment
d. Tuition for Mayfield Preschool 2022-2023 Year is $2,610
4 payments of $580 due August, October, December and February
THE PRESCHOOL PROGRAM
The primary goals of the program are to facilitate and provide experiences
meeting the Ohio Department of Education Early Learning Program Guidelines.
All Children Are Ready To Learn
● Families are encouraged to provide their child with a good breakfast
and good night’s sleep.
● The school nurse reviews health records; staff performs vision and
hearing screenings.
● Health, physical and nutritional needs meet state requirements.
Environments Matter
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● Provide an environment that respects children.
● Foster the development of positive self-esteem.
● Offer opportunities for children’s active exploration of their
environment through play.
● Model and promote opportunities for large motor activities and
healthy nutritional choices.
● The physical environment includes materials and equipment to meet
the diverse learning needs of the children.
● Play materials encourage children to engage in manipulations,
exploration, transform from real to pretend, and collaborate with
others in developing play themes.
● Play materials avoid stereotypic play themes; rather, they encourage
children to explore a variety of roles and themes.
● Materials provide multiethnic, multicultural, non-stereotypical
emphases.
● A variety of sensory materials are available to children including sand,
water, paint, and a variety of textures, colors, sounds, and smells.
● The learning environment promotes conceptual development in all
children.
Relationships Are Influential
● Support and promote positive relationships with peers and adults.
● Adults are responsive to child-initiated communication, engage in
meaningful tasks, and encourage meaningful conversations.
● Learning takes place in a social context; children have many
opportunities to learn and practice social and problem-solving skills
with their peers.
● Children’s ideas are solicited and valued.
● Interactions between adults and children and among children are a
central component of an early childhood curriculum.
Communication Is Critical
● Strengthen the relationship between families and school.
● Foster opportunities for children to demonstrate responsibility,
respect, perseverance to complete tasks, pride in their work, and
compassion for others.
● Families have meaningful opportunities to provide input regarding
their children’s goals.
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● Families and teachers regularly confer about children’s developmental
progress.
CURRICULUM
Curriculum is an interactive process involving children, families, teachers,
administrators, and the community. The Ohio Early Learning Content Standards
guide our instructional decisions. Parents, teachers, and community business people
developed these standards. Mayfield Preschool takes pride in providing a
personalized, and developmentally appropriate curriculum that is differentiated for
students and aligned to the standards providing rigorous learning experiences.
● Activities reflect the diverse cultural groups and individuals in the
community and society.
● Provide individual skill development for special needs students.
● Plan and implement a wide variety of multi-age, multi-level materials
and activities.
● Children have substantial uninterrupted blocks of time to engage in
self-selected activities.
● Children are engaged in a combination of child-directed,
teacher-directed and adult facilitated activities.
● The Curriculum is carefully planned to provide a warm, nurturing, safe
environment for the children attending the preschool, and the
standards are implemented through the Creative Curriculum.
● All materials and curriculum are carefully chosen to support the
child’s growth cognitive, physically, emotionally, socially and creatively,
developing the whole child.
● Ipads and technology are available for use in the classroom.
RECOGNITION OF DEVELOPMENTAL STAGES
Recognizing that children develop at different rates in predictable sequences is
critical for planning successful learning experiences and sequential learning that
builds on the foundational and developmental needs of students. We encourage
growing academic, independence, and self esteem through rigorous, exploration and
explicit instruction across the curriculum and developmental learning domains set in
the standards; these are taught within each child’s zone of proximal development.
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● 3 year old description-Focused on themselves, and meeting their
needs with immediacy. Motor skills (both fine and gross motor) are
still developing. Attention spans are minimal in duration and childrens’
language skills are developing at a quick rate. Play is parallel and
sharing is difficult, still needing taught; students learn through
exploration and investigation and manipulating materials through
hands-on learning.
● 4 year old description - Enjoys being social and is developing
friendships. Motor skills continue to develop through exploration and
are advancing to be able to run, jump, and climb with purpose and
intention, navigating their environments with ease. Fine motor skills
continue to develop as well as students increase focus and attention to
detail. Four years olds like to be admired for accomplished tasks and
demonstrate the ability to concentrate, set goals, and carry out
planned tasks to completion. Feelings are expressed through actions
and words.
● 5 year old description - 5 year old students can play well with others,
and are concerned with rules and order. Reporting (or tattling) may
arise when students see unsafe behavior and others not following
directions. Both fine and gross motor skills are continuing to develop
from that of a 4 year old. Students are inquisitive about facts, use of
items, materials and equipment and want to express their
independence and competence. Most five year olds are interested in
numbers, counting, printing and beginning reading skills. They are
ready for more teacher directed work for longer durations.
ASSESSMENT
Assessment is an ongoing process of gathering information relative to children’s
development. That information is coupled with norms for child development in
planning an appropriate curriculum.
● Assessment procedures involve utilizing multiple information sources
about the child’s development.
● The range of normative development is considered,
● Each child’s rate and expression of development serves as a base for
planning an appropriate program.
● Observational strategies assess the children’s progress.
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● Assessment results are communicated to families on a regular basis.
CLASS SIZE
The maximum number of children enrolled per classroom is 14. Each class consists
of 4 to 6 peer models and 8 students with special needs. Each classroom is a
multi-age grouping, serving children ages three through five.
SAFETY OF CHILDREN
● Children will be supervised by the necessary number of faculty members at
all times throughout the day to maintain ratio.
● The outside play area will be supervised so that all children are visible to a
member of the teaching staff at all times. Children will be supervised going
to and coming from the outside play area and the classroom.
● Immediate communication via walkie-talkies and Red Bags for various
situations
● Emergency & Safety Drills are performed throughout the year as mandated
by law.
The Mayfield Preschool Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) provides policies and
procedures on how to respond to all-hazard emergency incidents. This plan has
been customized to meet the specific and unique needs, capabilities and
circumstances for Preschool. All staff members participate in multiple training and
adhere to all policies set forth by the district.
Student safety is our number one priority at Mayfield City Schools. We will
continue to institute processes that enhance our safety practices. The district
uses a management system for visitors entering every school building. The system
utilizes a government issued ID which is scanned through a national database. The
following process will be followed:
1. A State or Government picture identification is required such as a driver’s
license. After the State or Government ID verification and background check, a
school district employee will provide the visitor with a badge containing their name,
their picture, the date and reason for visit.
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2. The visitor will be instructed to wear the badge so that it is clearly visible at
all times during their visit.
3. Teachers, the buildings’ School Resource Officer, and staff may question any
person within the building that is not properly identified and escort them
immediately to the main office.
This is another valuable step in keeping our students, teachers and staff safe. We
thank you for your continued support and cooperation.
HEALTH INFORMATION
Nurse information
Please see Student Health Services. A registered nurse or health aide is available
every day. Their duties are to provide first aid and acute illness care, maintain
health records, conduct health screenings, check immunization records, confer
with parents and teachers and make referrals, as appropriate. She is not allowed to
diagnose or treat illnesses. A portion of the current Preschool conference room will
be used as a nurses station. In the event that a student gets ill during the school
day, a classroom paraprofessional will escort them to the nurses station and remain
with them until a parent / guardian picks them up. The paraprofessional will, then,
be responsible for cleaning the space.
Contagious Diseases
Parents should not send their child to school when any signs or symptoms of illness,
and especially of contagious disease, are present. Some of these signs and
symptoms are fever, rash, vomiting, diarrhea, sore throat, evidence of lice or
scabies, severe cough, drainage from eyes or pink eyes, drainage from skin lesions,
yellowish skin or eyes, stiff neck, etc. Parents are urged to examine their child
before sending him/her to school for signs and symptoms of illness and keep
him/her at home when in doubt. Please be considerate and keep your child home if
he/she is having significant amounts of nasal discharge and is unable to properly
deal with the congestion on his/her own. This will keep the classroom environment
healthier for all. Diarrhea will be defined as more than one liquid stool in a day and,
unless otherwise explainable, will be considered a sign of illness and the child
should not come to school until diarrhea free for 24 hours or will need to be picked
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up from school should it occur. Preschool staff will dispose of heavily soiled
underpants due to diarrhea.
Parents must telephone or email the school when their child is absent. It is
imperative you report contagious diseases such as strep, head lice, pink eye,
chicken pox and consult their physician about when it will be appropriate for the
child to return to school. For bacterial infections, 24 hours of antibiotic treatment
is a minimum for return to school. Contact the School Nurse for information on
“return to school” after such an illness or any hospitalization. Children returning
with splints or casts will need a medical statement from a healthcare provider
regarding return to school.
COMMUNICABLE DISEASE
It is our policy to follow the recommendations of the Ohio Department of Health
when dealing with potential Communicable Diseases.
ODE policy 3301-37-11 B 2 A child with any of the following signs or symptoms of
illness shall be immediately isolated and discharged to his parent or guardian: a.
Diarrhea (more than one abnormally loose stool within a 24 hour period; b. Severe
coughing, causing the child to become red or blue in the face or to make a whooping
sound; c. Difficult or rapid breathing; d. Yellowish skin or eyes; e.,swelling or
inflammation of the conjunctiva, the thin, transparent layer of tissue that lines the
inner surface of the eyelid and covers the white part of the eye; f. Temperature
of 100 degrees fahrenheit taken by the auxiliary method when in combination with
other signs of illness; g. Untreated infected skin patch(es); h. Unusually dark urine
and/or grey or white stool; or i. Stiff neck; or j. Evidence of lice, scabies or other
parasitic infestation, Sore Throat or difficulty swallowing or vomiting more than
one time or when accompanied by any other sign or symptom of illness.
ISOLATING AND DISCHARGING AN ILL CHILD
ODE policy 3301-37-11 B 3 A child with any of the following signs or symptoms of
illness shall be immediately isolated from other children. The child, while isolated
at the program, shall be carefully watched for symptoms listed above as well as the
following: (a) unusual spots or rashes (b) sore throat or difficulty in swallowing; (c)
elevated temperature; or (d) vomiting.
ODE policy 3301-37-11 B 5 A child isolated due to suspected communicable disease
shall be: a. Cared for in a room or portion of a room not being used in the preschool
program; b. Within sight and hearing of an adult at all times. No child shall ever be
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left alone or unsupervised; c. made comfortable and provided with a cot. All linens
and blankets used by the ill child shall be laundered before being used by another
child. After use, the cots shall be disinfected with an appropriate germicidal
agent, or, if soiled with blood, feces, vomit, or other body fluids, the cots shall be
cleaned with sap and water and then disinfected with an appropriate germicidal
agent; d. Observed carefully for worsening conditions; and e. Discharge to parent,
guardian, or person designated by the parent or guardian as soon as practical.
ODE policy 3301-37-11 C 4 Mildly Ill Child Procedures. A “mildly ill child” means a
child who is experiencing minor common cold symptoms, but who is not exhibiting
any of the symptoms specified above or a child who does not feel well enough to
participate in activities, but who is not exhibiting any of the symptoms specified
above. If a child is deemed as mildly ill he/she will be monitored by classroom
staff for a time period of 30 minutes. If the child continues to meet the criteria
for mildly ill parents will be contacted and asked to pick up the child. The child will
be supervised in an area removed from the rest of the student and staff (sick
child area) until he/she can be picked up. After the child is taken home the area
will be sanitized by a preschool staff member.
ODE policy 3301-37-11 C 5 Parents of enrolled children will be notified via Infinite
Campus message and/or Seesaw message when children are exposed to a diagnosed
communicable disease such as pink eye, ringworm, children pox or lice.
MEDICAL POLICY
Ohio law requires that preschool students have the following documents on file:
1. Annual Physical Examination:
- Provided to the school within 30 days of admission into program
- Exam performed within past 13 months
- The date of the exam must be on the form
- Include:
o Screening for height, weight, and dental status and referrals
made
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o Tuberculosis Assessment: Risk Survey Results or TB skin test
results
o Lab/Blood Work: Blood lead and hemoglobin values if ordered by
the provider
2. Immunizations:
- Immunization record provided to the school prior to
attendance/admission
- Must be up-to-date for their age
3. Health Questionnaire:
- Health status completed at registration thru Infinite Campus
- Parent is responsible for informing the school nurse about changes in
their child’s health status
4. Oral Assessment:
- If your child’s physician does not do a dental screening or refers your
child to a dentist, please have the dentist complete the Oral Assessment
form enclosed
5. Eye Specialist Evaluation:
- Students qualifying for preschool services due to special needs are
required to have an evaluation by a vision professional (ORC 3323.19)
- This is a one-time evaluation, unless follow-up treatment is
recommended
- Provide eye exam form if complete within 6 months of admission
If you do not have health insurance coverage or need assistance in any way to
obtain the services for the requirements listed above, please contact the
Coordinator of Student Health Services at 440-995-6800.
Authorization of Medications A parent consent form and doctor’s
prescription/permit must be completed and on file at school before school
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personnel can administer medication to your child. This includes all medications.
Changes in medication or dosage require a new statement from the doctor.
ODE policy 3301-37-07- D 4 When administering, medication, food supplement,
modified diet, or fluoride supplement, the program shall: i. Prior to administration:
Secure the written instructions of a licensed physician or licensed dentist as
appropriate for the administration of any medication, food supplement, modified
diet, or fluoride supplement; and ii. Each time medication is administered, a written
record or log including dosage, date, and time shall be made. That record or log
shall be kept on file for one year. iii. Only employees who are health professionals
or who have completed a drug administration training may administer medication
pursuant to section 3313.713 of the Revised Code. iv. Medication shall be stored in
a designated locked storage place except drugs requiring refrigeration shall be
kept in a refrigerator not accessible to children.
HEARING SCREENING
Hearing is screened annually according to the Ohio Department of Health
Guidelines. The School Nurse does the screening with the assistance of the
district Audiologist, as needed. Parents are notified only when their child has
difficulty with some portion of the screening, and a written referral to a specialist
is sent home with the student. Should your insurance not cover a specialist’s fee,
please contact the nurse or audiologist for options concerning reduced fee or free
services. Parents of students with known hearing loss are requested to provide
their annual ENT or audiologist’s report to the school.
Emergency Medical Authorization
Each child is required to have a Medical Authorization information completed on
line within Infinite Campus. UPDATES must be completed annually by the first
day of school.
Any child without this information will not be permitted to attend class.
In the event of an emergency, the following procedures will be taken:
- Parents will be contacted immediately unless the situation is
life-threatening, in which case, 911 will be called before calling the parents.
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- If efforts to reach the parents are unsuccessful, the faculty will follow
instructions listed by the parents per the information provided by them in
Infinite Campus.
The Ohio Department of Education Rules for Preschool Program requires that
each family be provided information about Early and Periodic Screening,
Diagnosis, and Treatment.
Healthchek Services for Children Younger than Age 21
Healthchek is Ohio's Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnosis and Treatment
(EPSDT) Program. It is a service package for babies, kids, and young adults younger
than age 21 who are enrolled on Ohio Medicaid.
The purpose of Healthchek is to discover and treat health problems early. If a
potential health problem is found, further diagnosis and treatment are covered by
Medicaid.
Healthchek covers ten check-ups in the first two years of life and annual
check-ups thereafter and offers a comprehensive physical examination that
includes:
· medical history
· complete unclothed exam (with parent approval)
· developmental screening (to assess if child's physical and mental abilities
are age appropriate)
· vision screening
· dental screening
· hearing assessment
· immunization assessment (making sure child receives them on time)
· lead screening; and
· other services or screenings as needed
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If your children are enrolled on Ohio Medicaid, Healthchek services are available
to them. If you are younger than age 21 and are also enrolled, you can receive
Healthchek services, too.
For more information please log onto:
http://medicaid.ohio.gov/FOROHIOANS/Programs/Healthchek.aspx
DIAPERING
Students with special needs who are non-toilet-trained may attend Mayfield
Preschool. The changing of diapers for all non-toilet-trained children shall be
handled in conformity with the following regulations according to (Regulations:
3301-37-12). Students will not share diapers, wipes or ointments. Parents must
supply disposable diapers and wipes clearly labeled with their child’s name. Staff
will wear disposable gloves; provide a changing area that is disinfected after each
diaper change and a disposable changing cloth.
If parents wish to have a topical ointment or cream, the following must be
provided: the topical ointment or cream must be labeled with the child’s name and
birth date, the current date. Written instruction must be signed and dated by the
parent. Authorization for administration of ointment, cream or lotion may be
canceled at any time by written request of the parent. (Regulations: 3301-37-12).
Soiled clothes will be returned to parents in a plastic bag. An extra set of clothes
are to be provided by the parents and kept at school.
CHILD ABUSE AND NEGLECT POLICY
Staff needs to be alerted to the physical and emotional state of each child.
Parents are asked to inform their classroom teachers of any minor major incidents
that occurred outside of school. This will enable the teachers to be aware of the
previous illness/injuries while caring for the child’s health and safety. If child
abuse or neglect is suspected, as mandaded reporters, under Ohio Revised Code, all
child care staff are required to immediately report suspicions of abuse or neglect
to their local public children’ services agency. A report to Cuyahody Jobs and
Family Services can be made by phone in person or in writing. You may also call the
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Ohio Department of Education Ombudsman: 614-466-0224. All Mayfield staff
members will follow Mayfield City School’s Child Abuse and Neglect Policy and
Procedures. All professional staff members shall be knowledgeable in the signs and
indicators of child abuse and shall actively seek to identify and report suspected
cases. Any staff member who has reason to believe that a child has suffered abuse
or neglect shall immediately report such information to the building principal or the
designee.
SAMPLE SCHEDULE
Session 1 Schedule
8:00 Arrival, attendance, table time, free choice
Circle time/Calendar
Unit activity/Choice/Readiness (math, reading, writing, science, etc.)
Gross Motor and free choice
Language and Literacy
Unit activity/Choice/Readiness (math, reading, writing, science, etc.)
Prepare for dismissal
10:30 Dismissal
Session 2 Schedule
11:30 Arrival, attendance, table time, free choice
Circle time/Calendar
Unit activity/Choice/Readiness (math, reading, writing, science, etc.)
Gross Motor and free choice
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Language and Literacy
Unit activity/Choice/Readiness (math, reading, writing, science, etc.)
Prepare for dismissal
2:00 Dismissal
Extended Session Schedule for Special Needs Students
8:00 Arrival, attendance, table time, free choice
Circle time/Calendar
Unit activity/Choice/Readiness (math, reading, writing, science, etc.)
Gross Motor and free choice
Language and Literacy
Unit activity/Choice/Readiness (math, reading, writing, science, etc.)
Prepare for dismissal
Dismissal (PEERS) / Snack (EXTENDED SESSION STUDENTS)
Small group/Individual IEP Goals
Prepare for dismissal
12:00 Dismissal
Each teacher has a schedule and weekly lesson plans which include free choice
activities, art, music, print and construction experiences.
Speech therapy, auditory training, occupational therapy, counseling, and physical
therapy are available for individuals with needs throughout the day.
ARRIVAL AND DISMISSAL
The building is open 7:30 am – 3:00 pm. Students are welcome during their session
time. Students must be supervised at all times.
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Session 1: Monday-Friday 8:00-10:30 AM
Session 2: Monday-Friday 11:30 -2:00 PM
Extended Day: Monday-Friday 8:00-12:00 PM
If for some unforeseen reason your drop off or pick up falls outside these time
frames please contact the office at 440-995-7300 or contact your child’s teacher
via phone or email.
Special needs students may provide their own transportation or request school
transportation during the IEP process. Parents are responsible for notifying the
transportation office or bus driver of changes in the normal transportation routine
(440) 995-7890.
Parents/Guardians provide transportation for Peer Models.
ARRIVAL:
Students are dropped off in the semi-circle area in front of the Preschool located
at Door 9A. Please reference the map.
Beginning at 7:50 am for our Session 1 / extended day and 11:20 am for our
Session 2.
In order to keep the flow of traffic moving safely and quickly, we ask that parents
do NOT get out of the car. Our caring and dedicated preschool staff will get the
students from the cars and all children are escorted by an adult to keep our young
scholars safe.
If your child is having difficulty exiting the car properly, you will be asked to park
your car in the parking lot and bring your child into the school.
Tardy Arrivals: Park your car and enter with students thru Door 9A – sign your
child in and exit the building.
Send a note in your child’s backpack if there will be a change in pick up that day.
DISMISSAL:
During dismissal parents can pull into the circle drive to pick up their child. Car
tags should be visible to staff. Your child will be walked to your car by a staff
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member. It will be each parent’s responsibility to put their child in the car and
buckle them appropriately. Let’s maintain an efficient and safe dismissal.
Send a note in your child’s backpack if there will be a change in pick up that day.
The teachers and paraprofessionals are unable to conference with parents during
dismissal.
TRANSPORTATION
Special needs students may request school transportation during the IEP process.
Parents/Guardians provide transportation for Peer Models.
ATTENDANCE
It is expected that promptness and good attendance will be maintained. All
possible effort should be made to schedule appointments and vacations when
school is not in session.
If your child will be late or absent due to illness, an appointment, etc., please call
the Preschool office at 440-995-7300 by 7:45 am or 11:15 am depending on
which session your student attends.
If you know in advance of an appointment please call the office at 440-995-7300.
If you will be going on vacation with your child, please email or call the office for
an Extended Absence Form.
SNACK
Each student is asked to bring their own water bottle daily with their name clearly
marked on it. Students are provided time to have a snack daily. Parents/Guardians
are expected to send in a healthy snack on a daily basis. As suggested by the
regulation 3301-37-09, please provide a snack from two food groups.
Fruits (washed & cut up so it’s ready to eat)
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Vegetables (washed & cut up so it’s ready to eat)
Healthy Grains
● Whole-grain crackers like Triscuits, which come in different flavors
● Dry cereals such as Cheerios (low in sugar)
● Rice cakes
● Popcorn (low fat)
Low-Fat Dairy Foods
● Yogurt (low fat and sugar)
● Low-fat cheese (string cheese is lots of fun)
● Pudding (made with skim milk)
BEHAVIOR
See State of Ohio Preschool Regulation regarding Behavior Management/Discipline
procedures and Policy 3301-37-10. The center’s actual methods of discipline shall
apply to all persons on the premises and shall be restricted as follows: 1. There
shall be no cruel, harsh, corporal punishments such as, but not limited to,
punching, pinching, shaking, spanking, or biting. 2. No discipline shall be delegated
to any other child. 3. No physical restraints shall be used to confine a child by
any6 means other than holding a child for a short period of time, such as in a
protective hug, so the child may regain control. 4. No child shall be placed in a
locked room or confined in an enclosed area such as a closet, a box, or a similar
cubicle. 5. No child shall be subjected to profane language, threats, derogatory
remarks about himself or his family, or other verbal abuse. 6. Discipline shall not
be imposed on a child for failure to eat, failure to sleep, or for toileting
accidents. 7. Techniques of discipline shall not humiliate, shame, or frighten a
child. 8. Discipline shall not include withholding food, rest, or toilet use, and
food shall not be used as a reward for behavior. 9. Separation, when used as
discipline shall be brief in duration and appropriate to the child’s age and
developmental ability, and the child shall be within sight and hearing of a preschool
staff member in a safe, lighted and well-ventilated space. 10. The center shall not
abuse or neglect children and shall protect children from abuse and neglect
while in attendance in the preschool program.
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If behavior problems persist, an individual behavior management program will be
developed with parent participation. Ongoing discussions will occur to review
possible solutions and alternatives.
Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS)/Discipline Policy
PBIS: Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports is an approach to supporting,
teaching and developing students problem solving to be successful in school.
School-Wide PBIS focuses on proactive curricula that teaches students shared
language and expectations to provide supportive behavior/social emotional learning
curriculum. These are proactive practices that prevent behavior by promoting
expected behaviors by setting norms for students that improve school climate and
culture. Mayfield Preschool focuses on teaching students through weekly lessons,
stories and activities and reinforcing our PBIS expectations.
Mayfield City Schools Preschool will use developmentally appropriate child guidance
and management techniques which are in alignment with the Mayfield City Schools’
PBIS policies and frameworks. These include such measures as redirection,
separation from problem situations, talking with a child about the situation and
expected vs. unexpected behaviors, using social stories, and praise for appropriate
behavior. PBIS is an instructional approach to teaching social skills through the use
of systematic and individual strategies. It is designed to build positive
relationships among all school stakeholders and to present unexpected behavior
outcomes. PBIS established clear expectations for behavior. Behavior
management/discipline policies and procedures shall ensure the safety and well
being of all individuals on the premises.
Mayfield Preschool Cubs are Connected, Understanding, Brave and Sensitive.
SHARING INFORMATION
Young children are often affected by events and changes in their environment. In
order to help your child deal with changes, please keep us informed of any events
such as:
Illness or hospitalization of family members
● Pregnancies and births
● Death of family members or close friends
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● Changes in family structure within the home
● Extra stimulation such as visitors or celebrations
● Plans for moving
CHANGE OF ADDRESS
Change of Address Form is used to notify the school of a new address. Please
complete and return the form to the Board of Education with proof of residency.
PARENT INVOLVEMENT
We believe parent participation is a vital component of a child’s school experience.
Parents provide valuable input that helps to ensure a successful transition between
home and school.
- Communication, questionnaires and checklists from the staff provide
important information about your child.
- Parent conferences are held in the fall and in the spring. Additional
conferences may be scheduled at the request of the parent or teacher.
- Communication between home and school is vital and may be in the form of
notes, emails, see-saw app, and face-to-face conferences.
- School folders are sent home weekly. It may include notices from the
school district, school and teacher. Please review and return the folder with
any notes from home.
- Preschool parents are asked to complete a survey at the beginning and end
of year to assist in program planning and implementation.
- Parent workshops are conducted throughout the school year. Topics are
chosen from interests and issues expressed by the parents via a survey.
- Parents may coordinate all-school activities through Colleen Harrison.
- Parent volunteers are a vital resource. If you wish to volunteer in any part
of the school, please contact the office 440-995-7300. There is a process
that anyone volunteering in a classroom must follow.
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STUDENT RELEASE
All authorized persons to pick up your child from the school must be in the Parent
Portal on Infinite Campus. Should your child need to be picked up for any reason
including regular dismissal, early dismissal, injury at school, etc, your child will only
be released to people who are listed. People authorized to pick up the child must
provide a valid drivers license or similar identification before the child is released.
This is for the protection of our students.
IF INJURED AT SCHOOL:
● The primary contact on infinite campus will be contacted, and we will
continue to phone emergency contacts in the order listed by the parent in
the Parent Portal. A log of all incidents/injuries is kept, and details will be
provided to the caregiver.
INFINITE CAMPUS
Infinite Campus is used for
Registration
ALL contact information updated yearly and as needed
Payments: tuition – fees
Principal Newsletter & Communication with district and school
SCHOOL CLOSING AND DELAYS
Cancellation of school takes place only during circumstances such as extreme
weather or equipment failure. The School Board and administrators are aware of
the hardship which can be caused by an abrupt cancellation. Therefore, school will
not be canceled unless a significant safety risk has been created by unusual
circumstances. Notification is thru Infinite Campus preferences: email, text,
telephone
Please be sure your Infinite Campus contacts are kept up to date.
Cancellation of school: Mayfield City School District closing information may be
heard on any one of the following television and radio stations: Ohio News
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Network, WKYC Channel 3, WEWS Channel 5 - Newsnet5, PAX 23 News, TV FOX 8
– WJW Channel 8, WOIO Channel 19, WUAB Channel 43, WTAM 1100, WGAR 99.5,
WHLO 640, WKDD 98.1, MAJIC WMJI 105.7, WMMS 100.7, MIX 106.5, KISS
96.5, WCRF 103.3, WELW – AM 1330.
WITHDRAWAL
Withdrawal Form is used to notify the school of enrollment withdrawal. Please
complete and return to the Preschool Office.
Other Information
Mayfield Preschool Staff websites and contact information are found on line at:
www.mayfieldschools.org/preschool.aspx
or
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