Eligibility: The child must be 4 years of age by August 31st of their Pre-Kindergarten year. Children selected for participation should qualify as evidenced by multiple criteria (developmental screening, parent observation and teacher observation). Schools of choice and employee requests are non-applicable.
Lack of funding alone is not a basis to deny funded emergency leave travel. Emergency leave may be requested with or without American Red Cross verification. Soldiers may be authorized emergency leave for up to 30 days for emergency situations within the immediate family.
If not, the agency may grant annual leave at its discretion. If so, he or she may be granted leave with pay for not more than fifteen (15) work days in a calendar year to participate in specialized disaster relief service upon the request of the American Red Cross.