Parent’s Morning Out

Parents Morning Out

We launched our Parents’ Morning Out Program at the beginning of September 2008.  On our first day we had only three children but had faith that our numbers would grow. By December we had 18 children register with 12 to 14 attending regularly.  We have faced challenges as we worked with children who had never been away from their parents, drying many tears, from both parents and children, as we worked together to help them feel comfortable with our staff and the program.  We have come to love each and every one of the children as we have cared for them.   I’m not sure who has benefited the most from the program the children or the staff.  As we returned from our holiday break we have expanded the program to two days per week and the number of registered children rose to 23.  We have parents who are now able further their education because they have affordable child care.  The program is run totally by very dedicated volunteers who give selflessly to the program every week.   

Preschool

The Preschool Committee started meeting in December to begin to put plans for a 2009 preschool program in place.  Building the policies and procedures of this program will be a lengthy process but the 7 members of the committee are determined to build a sound foundation that will lead to a successful program.  A timeline has been set to make sure that each of the program components are in place in anticipation of an August start date.

The preschool program has been met with enthusiasm by parents as we have started to advertise by word of mouth.  We plan to start the enrollment process by the end of January or the first of February.  Look forward to further news about this exciting mission opportunity in the monthly newsletters.  Spread the word to family and friends.