Policies and Procedures

Non-Discrimination Policy
Grace Lutheran School admits students of any race, color, national, or ethnic origin to all rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school.  It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national, or ethnic origin and administration of its educational policies, admissions policies and other school-administered programs.
 
Child Abuse Law
INDIANA LAW REQUIRES that any individual who has reason to believe that a child is a victim of child abuse or neglect must report immediately to the local child protection service or a local law enforcement agency.
 
Custody Concerns
If a child is not to be released to a parent because of custody concerns, we must have a copy of the court papers.
 
Changes at Home
Please notify your child’s teacher or the preschool office if you have any changes at home.  This could be a change of address, phone number, child care situation, death, new sibling or any personal issue.
 
Drop off/Pick up Procedure
Staff attending drop off will be wearing face masks as well as disposable gloves. Your child will be monitored by a staff member into the building, monitored in the hallway and to the classroom.

Drop off times will be 8:45 a.m. - 9:15 a.m. If circumstances arise for a late arrival, the child can be escorted to the main entrance by the parent. A staff member will meet you at the door to complete the health assessment.

Anyone who exhibits COVID-19 symptoms including answering yes to any of the screening questions or running a fever will leave the premises immediately and be advised to seek medical care or testing.

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Absences
Please contact your child’s teacher via telephone or text if your child will be absent or you can contact the school office. A child must be fever-free for 24 hours before returning to school.

Discipline
When a situation arises, redirection is our first approach.  Should further action be necessary, we utilize the thinking chair. In the case of hurtful behavior, see our full discipline policy by clicking here or on page 12 of the handbook. 
 

First Day Schedule
For most students, the first day is a shortened day to help ease the transition into the classroom. The information packet you received in the mail from your child’s teacher will indicate what time your child should come on the first day.  Please offer a hug and a kiss at the door and tell your child goodbye. If you prefer to remain in the building, we will have the Fireside Room open for you to wait.

School Calendar
Please refer to the school calendar for holiday closures and school recess days. Click here for the school calendar.

Winter Weather: Grace Lutheran Preschool follows New Albany Floyd County Schools closure schedule but not the delay/early dismissal schedule.  If NAFCS has a delay/early dismissal, we will operate on a normal schedule.  We will offer before care on delayed schedule days. Parents can find out about closures on the news or radio and also on the school website and social media.

Immunization Record
Immunization records are due before the first day of school. 

Child Illness
No child shall come to school visibly ill or with a fever. If your child appears visibly ill or becomes ill before class is over, they will be sent home.  If the staff notices head lice, fever, any level of vomiting, pink eye, unidentified rash or any other visible illness, your child will be sent home. In order to return to school, your child must be fever free for 24 hours.
Lice: If you discover your child has lice, please treat accordingly.  Please notify your child’s teacher or the school office as soon as possible so we can take the appropriate precautions to prevent spreading to other children.

Safety Plan
Grace Lutheran Preschool has fire, tornado, and violence plans in place. We conduct drills as required by the state. For more information on these plans, please ask your child’s teacher or call the school office.

Toilet Training
In order to enroll in the 3’s or 4’s class, your child must be toilet trained.  The 2’s need not be trained and are asked to supply diapers/pull ups.

Toys and Books
Please do not send toys to school with your child.  If you have a special book or item relating to a subject being discussed in class, please check with your child’s teacher.

School Dress
Please dress your child in comfortable clothing and safe shoes.  We stay active both inside and outside of the classroom and want comfort and safety to be a top priority. Please no flip flops.

Snack
Grace Lutheran Preschool provides a daily snack for the children.  The snack is often themed with the curriculum.  We strive to provide healthy snacks for the children to promote positive choices.

Birthday
We celebrate your child’s birthday in the classroom.  The classroom calendar will list your child’s celebration date.  You are welcome to send in a special snack to be shared on that day as we celebrate your child.  Snacks must be sealed and in original packaging. No cake, cupcakes or beverages.  

Food Allergies
Grace Lutheran will accommodate your child and make sure they are provided with a safe snack and environment. If your child carries an Epi Pen it will be stored in the school office. Please discuss any allergies or concerns with your child's teacher.