Parent Handbook - MWR Fort Leonard Wood

supplies. Label all your child’s clothing with his or her first and last name. Items sometimes are
misplaced and many of our children wear the same or similar clothing. We do not assume
responsibility for items left at the program. Check the lost and found box frequently for missing
items. Children should not bring gum, candy, personal toys, or cellular phones to the CDC or
SAS facilities. Children can however, bring items that offer security.
If your child needs to change clothing for some reason, the soiled clothes will be bagged and
given to you when you pick up your child. There are times, that we may have spare clothing for
younger children for use in an emergency. If your child uses our clothing, please wash and
return it as soon as possible. The CDC will accept donations of clothing that your children have
outgrown to be used by other children in an emergency. CYS Programs are not responsible for
lost, misplaced or stolen items.
DIAPERING/TOILET TRAINING
The CDC is not responsible for toilet training of children. Toilet training is a developmental
skill that will come with time and physical maturing; therefore, a child will not be punished for
lapses in toilet training.
The parent of a child in the process of being toilet trained will furnish changes of underwear
and clothing. If an accident occurs, the soiled clothing will be kept in a plastic bag and returned
to the parent. Disposable training pants are not recommended.
REST TIME
Rest periods will be provided appropriate to ages and needs of children with at least one hour
scheduled for all children under five years enrolled in full day care. Children who have rested
for the minimum period will be offered quiet activities that do not disturb others who are
sleeping. Provisions will be made for each child to rest or nap on an individual bed, crib, cot, or
mat.
You will be asked to bring a child-size blanket to be used during rest time. Also, your child
may bring a soft cuddly toy to be utilized during this time.
Naps for infants follow the infant’s own schedule.
OPEN-DOOR POLICY
We want your child to have a positive CYS experience. If you have any suggestions or
concerns, do not hesitate to speak to any staff member in your child’s program. All FLW CYS
programs have an open-door policy.
OUT DOOR POLICY
Outdoor play is an important part of your child’s development. All children will go outside
when weather permits. Please dress you child appropriately for weather conditions. You must
make special arrangements with the program director or assistant director if you wish for your
child to stay inside on occasion. Remember, colds and respiratory illnesses are not caused by
going out into the cold weather.
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