Dear Families,

Welcome to AHS C.O.O.P. Preschool. We would like to introduce our staff. We have two adult staff members that supervise the program and work with your children every day. Our names are Jeanine Busse (Director) and Adriana Polanco (Assistant Director). Ms. Busse is has a passion for early childhood education. She is currently pursuing her career in early childhood education. Before coming to Apollo, she worked for the Washington school district as a behavioral preschool teacher. Ms. Polanco is a graduate student of Apollo High School which is part of the Glendale Union High School District. At Apollo Ms. Polanco took part in the COOP program and in result of her love for teaching she currently is striving to receive a B.S. degree in Business and soon open up her own preschool.

Our program is designed to work in conjunction with the Early Childhood Development classes taught by our Program Coordinator, Ms. Judy Carpenter. We partner with high school students who choose to devote their time and talents to learning how to educate young children. This means that your child will be in a classroom where there is 1 teacher for approximately 4-5 students. This lower ratio provides more one-on-one attention for your child.

The 2015-2016 school year marks our 18th year of offering an alternative form of preschool education in our community. We are very excited and proud of our unique program. The emotional, social, and educational well-being of the childrenis our top priority. We are looking forward to meeting and working with you to provide the best possible preschool experience for you and your child. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to call us at:

623-435-6376

Sincerely,

Judy R. Carpenter, Program Coordinator & C.O.O.P. Teacher

Jeanine BusseDirector

Adriana Polanco, Assistant Director

Pam Richter, Preschool Afternoon Teacher


Glendale Union High School

C.O.O.P

Child Oriented Occupational

Preschool Program

Developmental Preschool

Kindergarten Enrichment

2015-2016

Glendale Union High School DistrictC.O.O.P (Child Care Occupational Program)

Developmental Preschool Kindergarten Enrichment

An Arizona State Licensed Child Care Facility

Washington High School C.O.O.P. Preschool

2217 W. Glendale Avenue

Phoenix, AZ 85021

The purpose of this program is to give the students on the job training to high school students who are interested in early childhood education. The students selected for this program have had a yearlong child development class. Students have also completed a 5 hour observation on the developmental stages of a preschool child.

Our preschool is a working early child development lab which focuses on the developmental stages of a preschool child.

Our Beliefs:

  • We believe in a quality preschool program where each child is unique and are encouraged to develop their talents and abilities.
  • All Children will be in a safe non-threatening environment
  • Playing is the child’s method of learning
  • Each child will be prepared for Kindergarten through the Arizona Kindergarten Readiness Standards.
  • We encourage the child to respect the rights of others. We will respect the child and their individual development as well.
  • We support an environment that helps children develop social skills while they become competent problem solvers.

Mission Statement: We provide a safe, affordable and developmentally appropriate environment for preschool children to learn. Our goal is to engage all children to become lifelong learners.

Our Staff:

Judy Carpenter- Department Chair/C.O.O.P Instructor

Jeanine Busse- Preschool Director

Adriana Polanco- Preschool Assistant Director

Pam Richter- PM Preschool Teacher

Hours of Operation: 7:00am to 5:00pm

Our C.O.O.P students will be working with the children from 8am to 2:35pm. Before school hours and after school hours, students will be hired to help care for the preschoolers. We will follow the district calendar for holidays. Please see the calendar at the end of the packet.

High school students will be teaching lessons the following hours:

Period 1-8:00- 8:55, Period 2-9:00-9:55, Period 3-10:00- 11:00 and Period 7- 1:35-2:35.

Enrollment: Any child who is three years old to five years old and is fully toilet trained can enroll in our preschool. We are not licensed by the state to change diapers. Full and part time studentsare a consideration. Please note: There is a limit of 5 children for three days a week.

Waiting List: Our waiting list is filled by the following steps: 1. Returning preschoolers 2. District staff employees/ District employees 3. Community

Attendance: Please call our preschool office as soon as possible to report the absence of your preschooler. Attendance is very important when it comes to academics and lesson planning for our preschool staff and high school students.

Discipline: The Glendale Union High School District C.O.O.P. Preschools support positive discipline, which encourages guidance and self-regulation. The purpose of guidance and self-regulation is to help children learn appropriate behavior and self-control. Our staff will define, model and encourage appropriate behavior at all times. Whenever possible, the staff will explain why a particular behavior is not allowed, then redirect the child in an alternative center or direction. The child will be assisted in acceptable activities as they play and interact with others. Parental involvement in discipline and redirection is crucial for the child in order to have consistency between home and school.

Removal of the Program: A child who is threat to the health, safety and learning environment of the other children can or will be removed from the program. Once a behavior management plan has been implemented by both the director and the parents and does not seem to work, the child may be asked to be removed from our program. In addition, this program may not be suitable for the learning style of your child. They may be overwhelmed due to the many transitions thorough the day. With this type of situation the preschool staff will individually work with the parent and child to find the best solution and program for your child.

Arrival and Departure: Transportation to and from the preschool is responsibility of the parents. You must park in the Teacher parking lot when dropping your child off for the day. Children must be accompanied into the preschool by an authorized person and signed in daily. Children will be dismissed only to the parents or an authorized adult. A picture ID and a signature are required by the authorized adult before release.

We will ask all parents to have on file a list of name and phone numbers of people other than yourself who have permission to pick up your child. We will require a picture ID from the person who picks up your child and prior written notification from you. For the first few weeks parents may be asked to show identification until you are recognized. The safety of your child will always come first!

Clothing: Please dress your child in comfortable play clothing. Remember that the child will be using paint, glue and markers daily, as well as playing on the playground. We try very hard to prevent contact of these items on your child’s clothing; however we cannot be responsible for any damage done to your child’s clothing. If your child comes home with tempera paint on his/her clothing, try to remove it by rubbing bar soap directly on the soiled area. Rinse with cold water and repeat if necessary. We encourage rubber soled shoes that are safe for running and climbing. Platform shoes and sandals without a strap around the ankle are not permitted for this reason. For girls, we ask that shorts or leggings are worn under all skirts and dresses.

What to bring: Please bring an extra set of clothes (socks, shirts, underwear, shorts or pants) in a large zip-lock bag with your child’s name written on the bag. PLEASE LABEL ALL JACKETS OR EXTRA CLOTHES WITH YOUR CHILDS NAME ON IT! They will also need a complete lunch box with a cold pack and a bottle of water. Please make sure you send your children in tennis shoes as well. Lastly, the child will also need a twin fitted sheet for their nap time(We will use these to slip over our resting mats. This is an item required by the County Health Department).

Rest Time: Quiet time is mandatory for all children for 1 hour throughout the day. We usually start this hour after lunch time from 12pm-1:00pm. The children are not required to sleep, just rest. Rest mats will be provided for all children. Each child will be responsible for bringing a twin sheet to slip over their mats. A small blanket is recommended to allow the child to cover up if they get cold.

Food: There will be a morning and afternoon snack served daily. These snacks consist of two to three food groups. Breakfast will also be available for anyone arriving to school before 7:45 am. The parent must provide lunch for their child 4 days a week! We provide pizzafor the children every Wednesday through the cafeteria). To support the Empower Program, we follow the Family Style Dining Method for ALL meals. This is where children choose the quantity and selection of food during meal time.

Birthdays: Birthdays are very special for children. Your child may want to bring in a treat to share with the class on his or her special day. Please inform the teacher in advance if you are planning on bringing a treat. Any food brought in must be purchased from the store. State law prohibits serving food that has not been prepared in a licensed kitchen.

Visitors: You are welcome to observe activities that your child is engaging in during hours of operation. Visitors will be supervised by staff in the preschool. The regular class schedule will be followed during your visit.

Parent Participation: It is mandatory for parents to become actively involved in our developmental preschool. We would like if one or both sets of parents can come and spend a half day during the morning. We encourage you to volunteer before the winter break. You are welcome any time to stop by and see your preschool at play. We encourage you to join us on field trips and during special events during the school year. We will always notify you in advance of these times.

Field Trips: Throughout the year we may be taking various field trips. Every child must have a signed permission slip in order to participate. We will take the district bus during these trips. All participants will wear their preschool t-shirts for reasons of identification. Your child will be assigned a C.O.O.P. high school student or an affiliated adult at all times.

Confidentiality: The Preschool Staff is always available to discuss a concern or assist in helping you child adjust to school. The information you provide on the application form will be held in strict confidence. State law does require that we report any signs of abuse or neglect.

Lunch Suggestions: Please send your child’s lunch to school in a lunch box or bag with a cold pack insert. We do not have room to refrigerate all the lunches. Please have your child’s name on the lunch box as well as on the cold pack.

Remember that fresh fruits and vegetables, yogurt and cheese are all good sides to their lunches. Please provide healthy options in your children’s lunch.

Dismissal: Please be considerate and pick up your child on time. Our preschool closes at 5:00pm. There will be a $15.00 late charge when picking your child up after 5pm and there is a $1 fee added for every minute as well. There will be a form you fill out before you leave the preschool that evening and the fee will be due upon arrival the next day.

Tuition: By the 1st of each month tuition is due. C.O.O.P. is a non-profit organization and we depend solely on the tuition money to pay salaries, snacks, supplies and equipment. If your child’s tuition is not paid by the 5th of the month they must remain home until tuition is current. In addition, a $10 per day late fee will be applied.

If we receive an insufficient check you will be charged a retuned check fee of $15.00. If this occurs a second time, you will be asked to make all payments in cash or money orders. We do not accept credit or debit cards.

The application fee and tuition is non-refundable. Make sure you call the director and communicate what days your child will be attending.

Health and Wellness:

  • We cannot administer any medication (Prescription or over the counter)
  • It is the parent’s responsibility to carry medical insurance for their child
  • If you child shows signs of illness such as diarrhea, vomiting, or a fever, please keep the child at home.
  • If the child becomes ill during the day, we will notify a parent by phone and expect to make arrangements to pick up the child immediately.
  • There will be an Emergency Medical Card which is supplied by the state in your packet. It must be filled out by the first day your child attends school.
  • We have a registered nurse on campus who is available most days from 8 AM to 4 PM.

Accident and Emergency Procedures:

  • Apollo C.O.O.P. follows the Glendale Union High School district emergency procedures guidelines. Staff employees have the booklet for all emergency procedures and expectations for each emergency. Each emergency will be followed accordingly.
  • Glendale Union High School District C.O.O.P. Programs will conduct monthly fire drills and lockdown drills to ensure the safety of our children.

Descriptions of Activities: We are a thematic preschool. Lessons are based on weekly themes and planned accordingly to the age level of a 3-5 year old following the Early Learning Standards set by the state of Arizona. All lessons are age appropriate and instruction is based on math, language, physical education, science and art activities.

Pesticides: Washington Preschool works with a district outside services called City Wide to inspect the center at the end of each month to spray pesticides if needed. City Wide is not using any pesticide that is harmful to the children. Washington never intends to conduct pest control when children are present. Application dates are posted on the parent board.

Liability Insurance: Glendale Union High School District is covered by The Trust in partnership with alliance and SCIP.

Licensing: This facility will be regulated by the Arizona Department of Health Services. On site inspection reports will be located at the front of the sign in area.

Arizona Department of Health services/Child Licensing

  • Ann Lauer (Inspector)

623-364-2539

150 North 18th Avenue, Suite 400
Phoenix, Arizona 85007

  • General and Public Information:
    Phone:(602) 542-1025
    Fax: (602) 542-0883

Payment Schedule:

Glendale Union High School District C.O.O.P. Programs do not offer half days, but do offer 3 to 5 days a week at a $25 a day cost. We also charge a $40, non-refundable registration fee.

Parents with 2 children in the program receive a 15% discount on the second child.

District Employees may receive $20 off their registration fees.

Glendale Union High School District C.O.O.P. Tuition Fees (Based on 2015-2016) calendar school year) All amounts are based on the number of days in each month

$25 a day

MONTH / 4 days a week / 5 days a week
August / $225.00 (9 days) / $275.00 (11 days)
September / $475.00 (19 days) / $525.00 (21 days)
October / $350.00 (14 days) / $450.00 (17 days)
November / $375.00 (15 days) / $425.00 (17 days)
December / $300.00 (12 days) / $325.00 (13 days)
January / $400.00 (16 days) / $450.00 (18 days)
February / $425.00 (17 days) / $500.00 (20 days)
March / $400.00 (16 days) / $450.00 (18 days)
April / $425.00 (17 days) / $525.00 (21 days)
May / $375.00 (15 days) / $450.00 (18 days)

Last day of Preschool: May 25, 2016

*All prices are calculated on the number of days in the calendar month in which your child attends preschool.

2015-2016

School Calendar

First Semester

School Begins: Monday August 17th

Labor Day:Monday September 7th

Fall Break:Monday-Friday; October 12th-16th

Veteran’s Day: Wednesday November 11th

Thanksgiving Recess:Thursday-Friday November 26th and 27h

Winter Break:December 19th- Monday January 4th (School starts back on Tuesday the 5th)

Second Semester

2nd semester 1st day:January 5th (Tuesday)

Martin L. King Day:Monday January 18th

President Day:Monday February 15th

Spring Break:Monday March 14th- March 18st

Last day of Preschool:Wednesday May 25th

CONTACT NUMBERS:

C.O.O.P. PRESCHOOL-623-435-6376

Apollo High School - 623-435-6300

Ms. Carpenter (High School C.O.O.P. teacher) - 623-435-6300 (6489)