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Topics such as program policies, curriculum, fees, payment schedule, health records, and emergency contacts are covered. Please read carefully. Registration packets must be completed before your child can start the program. If you have any questions or need additional information, contact staff at your pre-school site. We have an exciting program and plan to provide your child with a rewarding experience through a variety of educational and play activities.  \nThank you for participating!  \nParent’s Guide to Regulated/ Licensed Child Care Brochure  \nM-NCPPC and the Maryland State Department of Education encourage parents to familiarize themselves with the Parent’s Guide to Regulated/Licensed Child Care brochure enclosed in the Pre-School Program folder.  \n* Note: You are required to sign a statement indicating that you have received this information.  \nDaily Expectations  \n• If your child is ill or sick, keep the child at home and monitor their ailments.  \n• Sick or ill children in programs will be sent home.  \n• Notified program of any expected absence or missed days.  \nProgram & Curriculum  \nIt is the ultimate goal of M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County, to provide age-appropriate educational and recreational activities for 3 to 5 years of age. Periods of structured learning are gradually lengthened to match children’s attention spans. The program emphasizes learning through play and developing social relationships. In addition, the program is consistent, balancing periods of active and quiet times. Children in Pre-School are involved in an enrichment program which incorporates a quality Pre-School curriculum:  \n• Activities-science, art, music, reading readiness, literature, dramatic play, special events, with an abundance of indoor equipment and well-equipped outdoor playground.  \n• Snacks-Children are provided with a healthy snack and drink daily. Please inform us of any  \nallergies/dietary restrictions to food. Due to allergies/dietary restrictions among certain children, snack sharing is prohibited.  \n• Concepts-counting, matching, numeral recognition, set awareness, and calendar recognition are parts of the program. Reading readiness occurs continuously throughout the semester such as left to right progression, auditory, and visual discrimination, memory enhancement, and classification.  \n| PARENT/GUARDIAN GUIDE TO CHILDCARE PROGRAMS 2025-2026  \n• Themes-seasons, safety, our planet, five senses, animals, plants, and transportation.  \nPicking Up Children  \nYou are required to sign your child in and out daily and provide a picture ID when requested by staff.  \nBirthdays  \nBirthdays are celebrated on a child’s special day. Parents/Guardians may wish to provide a special store bought, individually packaged snack for their child’s birthday. Please check with your child’s teacher to ensure that you provide an ample number of snacks for each child in the group. Parents/Guardians are welcome to join virtually.  \n* Note: Please be aware of allergies for all registered participants.  \nParent/Guardian Information  \nChildren’s Clothing  \n• It is the daily responsibility of the parent/guardian to check all personal belongings.  \n• All removable items must be labeled (i.e. coats, hats, mittens, boots, and scarves) .  \n• Children sh","cbCaigJjgo6ov8XT","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaigJjgo6ov8XT","pdf",42038489,42,"English","# Parent/Guardian Guide to Childcare Programs 2025-2026\n## Pre-School Programs\n## Fees & Payment Schedules 2025-2026\n## Handling Illness and Other Contagious Diseases\n## Daily Expectations\n## Program & Curriculum\n## Picking Up Children\n## Birthdays\n## Parent/Guardian Information","[{\"question\":\"What must parents/guardians do before a child can start the pre-school program?\",\"answer\":\"Complete the registration packets and return them to the registration site before the child begins. 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