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HEAD LICE Head lice are common among children, with most schools experiencing yearly outbreaks. Fortunately, First Circle sees cases only every few years. Lice are not related to hygiene and can affect anyone, especially preschool and elementary-aged children. To prevent and manage lice: Check your child’s head monthly, especially if they have school-aged siblings. Use […]
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RED ZONE: If breathing difficulty remains or worsens, there’s continuous spasmodic coughing, increasing anxiety or confusion, the child is struggling or gasping for breath, or lips or fingernails are darkening, we will adhere to the following protocol: a staff member will stay with the child at all times 911 will be called simultaneously, the parent […]
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YELLOW ZONE: If the child is experiencing coughing or wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness or difficulty breathing, we will adhere to the following protocol: a staff member will stay with the child at all times the child will be kept sitting upright and encouraged to take slow, deep breaths the medication indicated on the […]
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GREEN ZONE: With no symptoms evident, the child will be periodically monitored.
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CHILD PROTECTION We are concerned about and committed to your child’s physical, emotional, and psychological health and well-being. Please inform staff of any health changes that may affect your child. If you need support, the director can provide referrals to community resources. Staff regularly observe children, and any concerns about a child’s needs or potential […]
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EMERGENCIES WHILE ON A FIELD TRIP As a preventive measure, prior to departure from First Circle for each field trip, an administrator confirms appropriate preparedness is in place to ensure the safety of the children, including: A first aid kit is taken in all vehicles on all field trips, as well as emergency supplies such […]
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EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS In accordance with EEC requirements, First Circle has a written Emergency Management Plan, which details procedures for meeting potential emergencies, including (but not limited to) missing children, the evacuation of children from the program in the event of a fire, natural disaster, loss of power, heat, or hot water, or other emergency situations. […]
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INJURY LOG Any injury that requires first aid or emergency care will be communicated to parents by telephone, or upon pick-up via an Injury Report, a copy of which is kept in the child’s file. Copies of all Injury Reports are kept in the child’s file and logged, and reviewed weekly by the director to […]
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INJURY TREATMENT MINOR INJURY In the case of an accident resulting in a minor injury (such as a skinned knee), first aid will be administered by one of the educators in your child’s classroom. Wound treatment consists of washing with soap and water and applying bandages (we cannot use antibiotic ointment). Only an educator who […]
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ACCIDENTS INJURY PREVENTION To prevent injury and to ensure a safe environment, First Circle follows the following injury prevention practices: Playgrounds are inspected for hazards before use. The facility is non-smoking and weapons-free. Toxic substances, medications, and cleaning supplies are securely stored away from children. Jewelry and clothing with strings/laces that pose a strangulation risk […]