keep an updated emergency card to avoid any confusion at pick-up time. Your child will NOT be released to any adult who is not listed. Please communicate with your teachers about any changes as soon as possible. Dismissal time is 3:10 P.M. After 3:10, if we have not heard from you or a person on your emergency list, a late pick up letter will be issued. If we cannot reach a parent or any of the listed contacts within 1 hour, the Dearborn Police Department will be notified. No ATA students will be able to pick up their sibling, even if they are 18 years of age. There is NO latchkey program for preschool. ***A child shall be released to either parent unless a court order prohibits release to a particular parent. We must have a copy of the order on file. ATA Policy for Late Pick-Up of Children: After 3:10, if we have not heard from you or a person on your emergency list, a late pick up letter will be issued. After 1 hour period of time with no contact the Dearborn Police will be notified. After three letters have been issued to the parent or guardian our program may be not meeting your family’s needs and a meeting will be held with the Team Lead Teacher to discuss moving forward. Cell Phone Free Zone: ATA has a no cell phone policy at pick-up and drop-off times. These are extremely important moments to speak with the parents/guardians directly about their child’s progress or to address any questions or concerns. Withdrawal: Children may be withdrawn from the program for many reasons. If the family moves, there is a conflict with the families’ schedule or any other personal reasons. Staff will work to meet the needs of each family and find the best fit possible. Involuntary Withdrawal: Children may be involuntary withdrawn from the program if lacking consistent attendance. Parents/guardians will receive phone calls or a
keep an updated emergency card to avoid any confusion at pick-up time. Your child will NOT be released to any adult who is not listed. Please communicate with your teachers about any changes as soon as possible. Dismissal time is 3:10 P.M. After 3:10, if we have not heard from you or a person on your emergency list, a late pick up letter will be issued. If we cannot reach a parent or any of the listed contacts within 1 hour, the Dearborn Police Department will be notified. No ATA students will be able to pick up their sibling, even if they are 18 years of age. There is NO latchkey program for preschool. ***A child shall be released to either parent unless a court order prohibits release to a particular parent. We must have a copy of the order on file. ATA Policy for Late Pick-Up of Children: After 3:10, if we have not heard from you or a person on your emergency list, a late pick up letter will be issued. After 1 hour period of time with no contact the Dearborn Police will be notified. After three letters have been issued to the parent or guardian our program may be not meeting your family’s needs and a meeting will be held with the Team Lead Teacher to discuss moving forward. Cell Phone Free Zone: ATA has a no cell phone policy at pick-up and drop-off times. These are extremely important moments to speak with the parents/guardians directly about their child’s progress or to address any questions or concerns. Withdrawal: Children may be withdrawn from the program for many reasons. If the family moves, there is a conflict with the families’ schedule or any other personal reasons. Staff will work to meet the needs of each family and find the best fit possible. Involuntary Withdrawal: Children may be involuntary withdrawn from the program if lacking consistent attendance. Parents/guardians will receive phone calls or a
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