Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me…and He took the children in his arms,
put His hands on them and blessed them.”-Mark 10:14,16
REGISTER YOUR CHILD FOR THE BIG ADVENTURE PRESCHOOL DEPARTMENT
Big Adventure is also our Sunday morning program for preschoolers, children who were 2-years-old prior to August 1, 2011 thru those children who are in pre-k. All preschool classes use Gospel Light curriculum focuses on God’s love for us all. Each session emphasizes both a Bible story and Bible Verse. Our program is designed to accommodate children who attend Sunday School for multiple hours while their parents worship one hour and serve or attend an adult class during another. One Biblical story provides the foundation for the entire morning, but different activities are utilized during each hour.
During the 9:00 hour our 3 year olds and pre-k children participate in our Cherub choir while our 2 year olds are cared for by our professional caregivers and church volunteers.
During the 10:00 hour children hear the Bible story from a storyteller and then explore different ways of applying the story through play and projects. This is the time where we focus on developing relationships with our children. Their relationship with Jesus, their relationship with their peers and their relationship with adults in our church family that love and encourage them. We pray, play and also share a snack together.
During the 11:00 hour children explore the Bible story and engage in different experiences to apply the lesson to their lives.
Church – Home Connections:
- projects that your child makes and brings home
- weekly take-home paper
- NAPC CFM newsletter that is mailed home on a monthly basis
In the infant, crawler, and toddler rooms, we nurture the children physically, emotionally and spiritually. The children learn about God’s love for them through wonderful Bible stories, songs and fun activates designed with professional caregivers and volunteers who provide consistency for the children and maintain our high standards of health and safety. Our staff understands the special nurturing each child needs and strives to see that each child will begin to feel and understand Jesus’ love for him/her. Each room in the nursery is equipped with age appropriate toys and equipment.
Having information is key to a successful nursery. We ask families to register each child at the beginning of our new season. Please fill out your child registration form here or on the provided registration cards. Please return your child’s Sunday Morning Registration card no later than Sunday July 31, 2011. We will be unable to add your child to our attendance forms and create a nametag for them until we have a completed registration form.
Check In to the Big Adventure Nursery Department includes the following:
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Back label should be filled out and placed on the back of your child with all pertinent information needed to provide the caregiver ensuring your child will receive the best care possible. At your convenience, you may pick up a supply of labels for you to fill our prior to your arrival at the nursery to help expedite a quick and smooth drop off process.
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Item labels Please make sure that all of your child’s diaper bag contents are properly marked and/or labeled. We ask that you include your child’s first and last name and that all contents are marked prior to your arrival at the nursery. Labels are available at the nursery desk; please feel free to take additional sheets as needed.
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Diaper Bag Tag Please make sure your child’s diaper bag is labeled with the provided tag so that the nursery staff can properly identify your child’s belongings. Having your child’s bag properly labeled will eliminate children receiving the wrong food or personal items. If bags are left behind they will be taken to the lost and found at the Nursery Welcome Desk and you will be notified.
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Sign-In Sheet Once you drop your child off please sign him/her in on the clipboard outside the doorway. PLEASE include the following information: your name, child’s name and age, your location, and cell/pager number.
The ID card is the means by which you will pick up your child. Present this card to the volunteer or the caregiver at the door. Once approved you will keep this card on your person until the next time you utilize the nursery. If your card is lost please notify someone at the nursery welcome desk who will issue you a temporary card for that day until a new card can be made.
For safety reasons, we ask that you not go into the nursery rooms. When you drop off/pick up your child, please give your child to a caregiver or volunteer. If your child seems anxious, please be assured that most children are just fine within minutes after a parent leaves. If your child is still upset after ten minutes, you will be notified through your cell phone or pager.
Cell Phone / Pager
If you have a cell phone, please turn it to vibrate. Write your cell phone number down on the sign-in sheet and the back tag on your child. If you receive a call from a phone number that begins with “842-xxxx” please report to your child’s room. If you don’t have a cell phone, pagers are available at the nursery welcome desk; please ask the nursery captain to loan you one. Our pagers are on the vibrating system, so you must wear or hold the pager to know when it activates.
What if my child is sick?
In order to insure a healthy environment for all children in our care, please do not bring your child to the nursery if he/she exhibits any of the following in the preceding 24 hours:
- Fever
- Vomiting
- Green or yellow runny nose
- Excessive coughing
- Diarrhea
- Questionable rash
- Discharge in or around the eyes
- Any communicable disease
If your child becomes ill in the nursery, you will be notified immediately, and we will request that you take your child home. If your child is being treated with antibiotics, he/she must have received medication for at least 24 hours before returning to the nursery.
What should my child wear?
Children who attend preschool Big Adventure will be active participants in activities and crafts, some of which involve glue, paint, and other messy stuff.
Allergies and Health Concerns
Please indicate any allergies or health concerns your child has on the registration card. That information will be added to your child’s name tag.
What if my child has special developmental needs?
Please indicate any special developmental needs your child has on the registration card. A staff member will talk with you regarding your child’s needs and plan with you for his/her participation.
Should I bring a snack?
All preschool children are offered a simple snack of crackers (Graham crackers, goldfish, pretzels, animal crackers, etc.) and water during the 10:00 hour. Please be sure your child’s teachers are aware of any allergies or food restrictions your child has.
When can my child give his or her offering?
Children are encouraged to bring an offering to church every Sunday. An offering collection box is located in the entry way to The Big Adventure.
What happens when a child misbehaves?
Just as Jesus taught his followers to know, love, and respect God and their fellowman, we need to do the same with our children. Children learn best when the environment is comfortable, predictable, and engaging; we strive to ensure that our programs provide such an environment. When inappropriate behavior does occur, it is addressed lovingly and in a developmentally-appropriate manner.
Where can I nurse my child?
A space is available in the Nursing Room (In the Big Adventure hallway) for mothers who need to nurse their children while on site at NAPC during the week and on Sunday.
More information is available in the NAPC Parent Handbook which will be available in August.
Please send any questions to Roxie Chess at roxie@napc.org.
