Parent Information

TOYBOX Parent Handbook

Open House Information

Procedures

Absence & Illness

  • Fever of 100 degrees or higher
  • Diarrhea/vomiting/discharge from eyes/ears/nose
  • Must be “illness free” without medication for 24 hours before returning
  • Notify us if your child has any contagious of communicable diseases
  • When absent or late notify staff:


Toileting

  • Urination Accidents
    • We will give child clothes to change into
  • Bowel Movement Accidents (AZDHS)
    • We will call you to change your child


Dress

  • Send child in comfortable clothing - “dress for a mess!”
  • Shorts for girls under skirts/dresses
  • Closed toe shoes for safety: No sandals, heels, flip flops (even with straps)


Arrival Procedures

  1. Parent must sign in/out with full first and last name (AZDHS)
    • No initials
    • Must be legible
  2. Help your child write their name in the Preschooler Sign In binder
  3. Help your child find their name and pick a shape group
  4. Drop off child’s lunchbox, if needed


End of Day Procedures

  1. Check Child's Artwork Folder
  2. Check Child’s Cubby
    • If needed: bring home soiled clothes, clean out cubby
  3. Bring home lunch box, if needed
  4. Sign out: full first and last name signature (AZDHS)
  5. Ask your child to tell you about their day!

*If you would like to discuss more specific details or concerns, please schedule a time so that we can give you our full attention*


What to bring?

  • 2 sets of extra clothing
  • Bedding for nap
    • twin/full sheet
    • Sleep buddy
  • Resealable Water Bottles (Leak free, No twist tops)

*Label all belongings with child's name.*


What to leave at home?

    • Toys from home
    • Snack/Junk Food
    • Backpacks


Show and Tell

  • Every Friday children will participate in show and tell


First Day Tips

  • Prior to coming talk about TOYBOX procedures with your child
  • Plan to spend a few extra minutes when dropping your child off on their first day
  • If your child has a hard time separating…
    • Give them a hug
    • Let them know when you will return: “Mommy/Daddy will see you after your nap time.”
    • Then make your departure.
  • Favorite toys – Please keep all toys at home unless it is your child’s turn for show and tell or their nap buddy
  • Treat preschool as a celebratory event