We believe in respect, inclusion, dignity and safety for all of the children, families and staff in our centre. We develop these beliefs through caring, meaningful relationships and open communication and support them with our policies.
As with all non-profit organizations, we rely on volunteers and our community to help our centre to be the best that it can be for all the children, to facilitate and enrich their learning experiences. The daycare board of directors board is made up of parent volunteers and we require an active board to stay operational. Being a board member is a great way to get involved and be a part of the decisions that are made at the centre. Please let us know if you are interested in becoming a member of our board of directors.
Occasionally, we will send out requests for volunteers to help with specific tasks and greatly appreciate any help you can provide.
REQUIRED ATTENDANCE: ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
We hold an Annual General Meeting yearly to give our reports and elect new officers if necessary. One member from each family is required to attend the Annual General Meeting. Our AGM is held virtually (via Zoom) in October every year.
All families will sign an agreement with the manager of the Halfmoon Bay Childcare Centre acknowledging that they have read and accept the Parent Handbook during registration orientation meetings scheduled with the manager prior to attending.
PARENT / TEACHER COMMUNICATION
We value open and frequent flow of communication between families and teaching staff. The teachers will often share information about your child’s day with you at drop-off or at pickup time in an effort to involve you in the community of learning at the centre. Please feel free to talk to us in person, via email, or by phone to share any concerns or information that might impact your child’s day (ie. didn’t sleep well, no breakfast, moving, or any big changes).
We will take photos of your child to use in house for photo documentation and to send home to families. These photos must not be shared on any social media sites or any public forum.
Email is the primary method of communication for important messages – ensure we have the email that you check regularly and let us know of any contact information changes. Please promptly read any emails that are sent out. Please be sure to check your email the night before and in the morning your child attends, or on snowy days as email is our form communication about all closures.
DID YOU KNOW?
We are a registered non-profit organization and rely on our community for financial help to keep our program running and thriving. Donations allow our centre to be the best that it can be for all the children to facilitate and enrich their learning experiences.
HOW YOU CAN HELP