Kid's Kingdom
Nurturing the littlest bodies, minds, and soul!
Parent Handbook
As people perceiveth themselves in their hearts, so they are.
5320 50th Street
Lubbock, Texas 79414
Kid's Kingdom Parent Handbook
MISSION STATEMENT
Kid's Kingdom is a licensed service providing quality Christian child care for children in the Lubbock area. Our family oriented environment offers a loving, nurturing, safe haven for working parents. Our goal is to stimulate each child's curiosity, creativity, and awareness for self and others while developing their spirituality. We strive to develop the whole child socially, intellectually, emotionally, and physically. We do not participate in practices that discriminate against race, religion, sex, national origin, handicaps, or political beliefs. Kid's Kingdom's program is based upon education and continued training in the child care field. The owners of Kid’s Kingdom are dedicated to serving the community and continually assess the program's ability to meet those needs.
PARENT/VOLUNTEER INVOLVEMENT
Kid's Kingdom encourages parent & volunteer participation. Volunteers may read to their child's class, make play dough, or take on special projects. Class parties, special visitors to the center, or assisting on field trips are other ways to stay involved. Volunteers are welcome anytime you desire! All volunteers must adhere to state laws requiring orientation to Kid’s Kingdom’s polices and procedures and submitting to a criminal history security check.
Parent conferences are held bi-annually for pre-school children. Developmental screenings and readiness skills will be reviewed at the conference. Parents are welcome to schedule a conference with their child's teacher at any time during the year. We suggest nap time for scheduling these meetings. Parents are encouraged to contact the school any time they have a question or concern regarding their children.
Foster Grandparents
Through sponsorship by St. Matthew’s United Methodist Church Kid's Kingdom participates with the Texas Department of Aging’s Foster Grandparent program offering opportunities for Grandparents to come and play with our little ones. This is a wonderful experience for everyone involved, especially for those children whose Grandparents live far away!
*Criminal History Checks are done on all staff, volunteers and anyone who regularly visits Kid's Kingdom.
PARENT CODE OF RESPONSIBILITY
Kid's Kingdom has certain expectations relating to the parent and the child's school experience. We strive to develop a partnership with parents to provide the highest quality care for all our children. To maintain the integrity of our program, Kid's Kingdom parents:
1) will communicate directly with the appropriate teacher should they have concerns or questions regarding their child's progress;
2) will sign and return documents requiring a parent signature;
3) will be familiar with school rules and expectations;
4) will pick up an ill child within 30 minutes of notification and keep the child at home until fever free and Tylenol & Motrin free for 24 hours unless a doctor's release is provided;
5) will pre-pay tuition;
6) be a good sport and participate in activities that support staff;
7) sign your child in and out each day, initialing the worksheet.
8) take responsibility for your child once your presence is known.
9) will not smoke on the premises, this includes in your car while in the parking lot (State Law).
10) will not park in handicap parking unless authorized to do so.
Parents will also be expected to update admission information regularly as changes occur. The Infant Profile must be reviewed every 30 days and special care needs on a regular basis. Dating and signing forms as needed is required to maintain compliance with our program.
Supporting Families
Kid's Kingdom offers care for children newborn through 12 years old. We place a priority on families and try to accommodate them when possible. Therefore, full time and part time rates are available. Summer and holiday care is provided for school age children not enrolled year round.
Education Philosophy
INFANT & TODDLER CURRICULUM
Infants & Toddlers at Kid's Kingdom have opportunities to develop in environments with a developmentally appropriate curriculum that encourages life skills such as hand washing, self feeding, and toilet training. Child to adult ratios are low enough to allow for individual needs as well as the beginnings of group activities. Recognition for special vulnerabilities of these younger children and individual development of each child is emphasized. Weekly lesson plans and daily written communication for parents are furnished. Each child's daily experience with potty training is charted so parents may track their child's progress. Pre-literacy skills are strongly emphasized through songs, finger plays, poems, and nursery rhymes. Prayers and songs are integrated throughout the day.
PRE-SCHOOL CURRICULUM
Curriculum Development is an ongoing process due to new discoveries in early childhood research. It is Kid’s Kingdom’s goal to evaluate and implement these new findings to keep the curriculum educational and stimulating to students. Using multiple approaches to supplement Kid’s Kingdom’s Literacy based curriculum has proven itself effective for preparing preschoolers for the upcoming years in primary school. These supplements facilitate your child’s:
- Ø Self help and problem solving skills
- Ø Health and social studies awareness
- Ø Movement and coordination
- Ø Work Habits
- Ø Emerging reading and writing skills
- Ø Mathematical reasoning and number sense
- Ø Scientific reasoning and physical world awareness
- Ø Music experiences
- Ø Fine art activities
- Ø Spiritual growth
Kid’s Kingdom believes children are more receptive to acquiring new knowledge and skills when they are allowed to discover and explore. It is also important that educators facilitate children’s learning by providing challenging and accessible tasks. Activity plans support our approach through utilizing of a variety of tools such as the environment, educators, small and large group activities, and enrichment activities such as field trips or a parent/guest visit.
SCHOOL AGE
Kid's Kingdom provides after-school pick up from several elementary schools. Upon arriving students are offered healthy snacks and a time to relax and interact with peers. Activities include cooking, art, centers, homework, and outdoor/active time. We are licensed to care for children up to age 12.
SUMMER SCHOOL AGE CAMP
Full time care is available in our summer school age class operating as a camp so families pay only for the weeks they attend. Summer curriculum is somewhat academically oriented. Our philosophy is “if you don’t use it – you loose it!” To that end we offer several academic enrichment opportunities throughout the summer. Our summer program is oriented around themes that keep campers engaged in learning and exploring new people, places, and experiences. It is also our belief that school age children are ready, willing, and able to give back to the community. Therefore several community service projects are built into our summer program. Our summer program has grown in popularity therefore it is wise to reserve a spot by spring break each year. Other summer camp activities include swimming, Chapel, games, movies, and field trips. State mandated ratios are maintained with additional staff to accompany the students on all field trips.
ACTIVITIES
CHAPEL
Children's Chapel is held twice weekly in the Church's Sanctuary. The morning service is directed for children five and younger and the afternoon service “rocks the house” for our school age students! The Pastor of St. Matthew's United Methodist Church directs the services taking the children's developmental level into consideration. Children are given the opportunity to bring offerings each week for a mission project. Children actively participate through prayer, acolyting, choosing songs and assisting with the message. Parents may be contacted from time to time for fellowship events with St. Matthew’s and will find them a refuge and source of support. Please see their web site at
MOVIES
Children do occasionally have a movie day. Parents are welcome to bring G-rated videos to school; however, the children are only allowed thirty minutes of movie time during a week. The school does have a good supply of movies that are age appropriate.
BIRTHDAYS
Teachers recognize children's birthday by special hats and privileges for the day. Parents may bring a treat for their child's class for afternoon snack. Kid's Kingdom is happy to pass out invitations or supply addresses for parties outside of school.
FIELD TRIPS & TRANSPORTATION
For children past the age and weight restrictions of car and booster seats and whose parents would like their child to have “their own” car seat, you may bring and install the car seat in the designated van. Children age four and up may attend field trips. Trips that enhance the children's area of study are most often scheduled; however, we do visit the park and movie theaters too. A posted note in your child's classroom will notify parents at least 48 hours before the scheduled trip. Parents are invited to accompany their child's class as their schedule allows. A summer calendar is provided to each child, posted in the classroom and serves as field trip notification.
SWIMMING & WATER PLAY
School age children take field trips to the swimming pool during the summer program. Children need to come dressed in their swimsuit. We ask that you apply sunscreen on your child at home. This assists the staff in field trip preparation. Parents can either put a set of clothes on over the swimsuit or send a change along. Your child will also need a towel. Other water play may include sand and water tables and sprinkler play.
PROGRAMS
Seasonal programs are held during the year. All children from birth through Pre-Kindergarten perform. Parents are encouraged to help out behind the scenes by rehearsing with their child at home and helping prepare costumes and props. These programs are a lot of fun for the whole family and reflect what your children are learning here at Kid's Kingdom.
ENROLLMENT & TUITION FEES
REGISTRATION-ENROLLMENT-PROCESS FEE
Before you may enroll your child a Parent/Director conference must be scheduled. At this time the Director and parent will participate in a dialogue about child rearing. Issues such as family values, educational philosophy, discipline, and parent involvement are discussed. Parents may then apply for admission into our program. Within twenty four hours the Administrative team and staff will review the application and the results of the parent conference. If we find that a strong match occurs your child will be accepted into our program based upon availability. You will then be notified and asked to submit the enrollment forms and fees.
There is a one time registration fee for each child who enrolls. This fee is non-refundable and no child may enter without paying the registration fee. If a child is withdrawn from the program the family may apply for re-admission but they must complete the admission process and pay the registration fee again.
Once this process is complete the completed enrollment form must be turned back in to the Director accompanied by a Doctor’s statement of health and copy of the child’s current immunization form if required.
Any revisions or updates to the enrollment process or fee schedule will be given to the parents in writing. A signed receipt from parents verifying they have been informed of the changes is required.
DEPOSIT
Upon enrolling your child, a deposit must be paid. The deposit is the same amount as your weekly tuition. At the time of departure from the program, credit will be given for the child's last week in care if a two-week written notice is-given. The parent will be responsible for paying any difference between the current tuition rate and the deposit amount should an increase occur.
TUITION
Tuition is pre-paid each week or monthly. Clients who elect to pre-pay monthly by the 5th of each month will be awarded a 5% discount. Clients who opt to use a vacation credit or absent credits will not be awarded the 5% discount in conjunction with these other discounts.
If your child is absent part of the week a full week’s tuition will be charged.
If your child is absent all week a full week’s tuition will be charged however an absent credit, weekly tuition reduced by 25% will be awarded.
If you know your child will be absent you will need to pre-pay the fee to avoid the late charge.
We currently accept cash, checks, draft, and credit or debit cards.
If you chose to pay by check, your check may be converted electronically.
If you choose to pay by credit/debit card a $5 service fee will be added for each transaction.
The families of St. Matthew's UMC receive a 10% discount. The Board of Trustee's for the church make the determination as to eligibility of this discount based upon participation in the church's program.
VACATIONS
A family is eligible for one free week per year for vacation based upon each child's enrollment date. Prior notification must be given to the office. Vacation weeks are given to families enrolled year round. School Age children are eligible for vacation provided they attended every week of the summer program. Summer only children are excluded from this vacation benefit. Vacation credits will not be awarded the last month in care and will be revoked if notice is given.
LATE FEE!
Weekly tuition and fee’s are due on Monday. If fees are not paid by Tuesday evening, a late fee of $10 will be charged for each day payment is late. TO AVOID THE LATE CHARGE, all fees must be paid on Monday or Tuesday. No child may return to school if payment is not paid by Wednesday. There will be an additional charge for checks returned due to insufficient funds.
Kid's Kingdom hours are 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. We are not licensed to care for children beyond these hours. At 5:30 p.m. each day the staff will combine children/classrooms so they may clean and disinfect their rooms and prepare for the next day. For this reason we ask that you promptly pick your child up by 5:45 p.m. each day. Children whose parents have not picked them up by 6: 00 p.m. will be charged a late fee ($2) for every minute passed 6:00 p.m. This is a per child charge. Habitual late pick up will be cause for expulsion from our program.
Operational Fee’s
The operational fee is a bi-annual fee due upon enrollment and every six months from the enrollment date. This fee is a per child fee and applies to all children enrolled birth through school age.
SCHOOL AGE TUITION
Children enrolled in Kid's Kingdom's After School Program shall pay the weekly rate and additional fees for holiday and in-service days. This additional fee covers the cost of meals and staff on these days and will be based upon the current rate for full time tuition. Full day rates will be charged for children in care full time.
Tuition is due each week regardless if your child/ren will not attend. Absent fee rates are available if you are to be absent for a full week. No partial weeks are discounted. If your child is to be absent for a specific day or week, notification is required to avoid charges.
SEASONAL SCHOOL AGE SUMMER CARE
Students only enrolling for summer care must pay a supply fee. Parents will be required to submit a summer calendar reflecting the weeks their child(ren) will need care. Once children have completed Kindergarten families are eligible to pay only for the weeks in care. Otherwise, families will be responsible for every week, provided the child is in care or absent. The summer activity fee will be included in your child’s tuition. Activity fees will be assessed and adjusted when the need arises.
PART TIME POSITION
Part time positions are available for children ages three and older. Because of limited spaces, part time care is not offered for children in the nursery and toddler classes. Families that choose part time positions are responsible for the registration fee, supply fee, deposit and special activity fees. Part time positions are limited.
Kid’s Kingdom does not offer drop in care.
SUPPLEMENTAL PROGRAM FEES
Kid’s Kingdom offers supplemental programs such as music and gymnastics for an additional charge. Children may sign up for these programs for a monthly fee which will be billed to your account. These programs will be managed by professionals trained in these areas.
POLICIES AND PROCEDURES
HOLIDAY CLOSINGS
Kid's Kingdom will close in observance of the following holidays: New Years Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, the Friday after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day.
• There must be at least ten children signed up for care on the days before and after holidays for Kid's Kingdom to open. Parents should sign on the list in your child's room if you plan on your child attending.
*Tuition will not be pro-rated for days we are closed.
ILLNESS AND INJURIES
Parents are asked to keep their child at home should the child have any of the following:
Fever over 100 degrees
Breathing Problems
Diarrhea or Vomiting (within 24 hours of drop off)
Body rash with a fever
Sore throat with fever and swollen glands
Severe coughing
Eye discharge or Red eyes
Lice
Communicable disease
Parents are asked to notify the office anytime their child has a communicable disease or is taking prescription antibiotics. An ill child will not be admitted for care if the illness prevents the child from participating comfortably in school activities or the illness results in greater need for care than the staff can provide. Our goal is to provide a safe, healthy environment for all of our students. Equipment in all the classrooms is disinfected daily.
If your child shows signs of infectious disease such as vomiting (1 episode), diarrhea (2 episodes) not contained, pinkeye, or fever of 99.4 (auxiliary) or more you will be called to pick up your child.
Children must be symptom free for 24 hours from their last episode before they may return to Kid's Kingdom. Children with any of these symptoms will be isolated in the Director's office until they are picked up. Parents must pick up an ill child within thirty minutes of notification and should have a back up plan in place for an ill child.
A child who is diagnosed with a strep infection must be on antibiotics 24 hours before they are allowed to return to school.
Children who are sent home with fever of 99.4(auxiliary) or higher are not allowed to return to school until they are free of fever for 24 hours, they are on antibiotics for 24 hours, or a doctor's statement that the child is not contagious is presented to the school.
The doctor's statement must specify "not contagious" and/or "ear infection". The child must also be Tylenol, Motrin or Advil free for 24 hours before they can return to school.
If your child is to be absent due to an illness, a phone call would be greatly appreciated.
Communication with your child’s teacher about injuries your child may have received at home is essential. Kid’s Kingdom is required to report any signs and symptoms of abuse or neglect. Therefore keeping the lines of communication open at all times is so important.
Parents will be notified if their child receives an injury at school. An injury report form will be filled out by the teacher so that parents may sign them when picking up your child. Serious injuries requiring medical treatment will either be handled by EMS or the parent. Parents will be notified by the Director if EMS is called. Kid’s Kingdom is required by law to report serious injuries to child care licensing and parents will be contacted by them as a follow up to the investigation.
MEDICATIONS
Prescription medications must be in the original container labeled with the child's name, date, directions and the physician's name. The school office will administer prescriptions according to the label directions. Communication about prescription medications is essential to your child’s well being. Some medications cause sensitivity to sun putting your child at risk for a burn from the direct sun or playground equipment. Please be responsible to partner with us to prevent the possibility of a tragic burn.
We will not administer Tylenol or Motrin to control fever unless we have a physician's statement specifying the child is not contagious and why the need for Tylenol or Motrin.
Non-prescription medicine shall be labeled with the child's name and date. Non-prescription medication must be in the original container. We will only administer it according to the label directions. If such label indicates a "physician be consulted"-a doctor's statement must be provided.
Medication forms to be filled out by the parent are located in the office. Medicine and form should be brought to the office. It is the parent's responsibility to pick up the medicine in the evening (whether in the refrigerator or office). Children who suffer from chronic illnesses, such as asthma or allergies, must have medication forms updated every six months. Kid’s Kingdom will not administer medications that need to be given on a regular basis (Zyrtec, Ritalin, etc.)
*NO EXPIRED MEDICATIONS WILL BE ADMINISTERED!
IMMUNIZATIONS / VISION & HEARING SCREENINGS
Parents are responsible for keeping immunizations current. Please submit an updated shot record each time your child receives an immunization.
At this time Lubbock County does not require TB test for children.
When your child turns four years old, Kid’s Kingdom will conduct vision and hearing screenings. Kid’s Kingdom will inform you of the results in the event a re-screening is necessary. Texas law dictates that your child should be screened in 1st, 3rd, 5th or 7th grades. Documentation of screenings will be kept current at your child’s elementary school.
RELEASE OF A CHILD
Parents are asked to notify the office if anyone other than themselves is to pick up their child. Special measures will be taken to ensure the identity of anyone calling to release a child. Anyone other than the parents must present themselves to the office with a picture I.D. Each person must sign the child out in the office before a slip which releases the child will be given. Please be sure to remind relatives and friends of this policy.
A copy of legal documents for your child[ren] are required when a custody situation is present or is considered high risk. Without these documents, Kid’s Kingdom cannot legally deny pick-up. You must notify us in writing by the end of the LISD school year specifying parental summer custody arrangements. It is the custodial parent’s responsibility to maintain and keep custody records current and to communicate any changes to staff and administrators.
If your child requires the assistance of ECI, (program through LISD) your child's caseworker must provide appropriate identification before he/she may enter the child's classroom.
SIGN IN & OUT
Parents must walk their child in and out of the building each day. Please sign in at the time you are leaving the child and picking him / her up. Failure to walk your child in each day will result us calling you to come back to the school to sign in. Please remind guardians of this as well.
BAD WEATHER DAYS
Kid's Kingdom will close only due to extremely bad weather. Announcements will be made by radio and television if we are to close. We will not close automatically when the surrounding private and public schools close.
In the case of disaster/tornado, children will be relocated to the sanctuary on the south end of the building. Children participate in regularly scheduled disaster/tornado drills.
FIRE OR EVACUATIONS
In case of fire, children are relocated to the vacant lot west of Kid's Kingdom. Children participate in fire drills on a monthly basis.
In the event of evacuation, children will be relocated to the business south of the Church facility. Parents will be contacted by cell phone.
DISCIPLINE
Kid's Kingdom operates from a positive value system in which our Faith in our Creator is integrated into our daily activities. Teachers are trained to approach each child as an individual with respect and consideration for each child's unique culture and disposition. Teachers seek out opportunities to guide children in positive behavior and reinforce positive self images.
If concerns do arise from teachers or parents, we ask that the Director or person acting as the Director be notified. The Director will begin observation and evaluate concerns with parents and teachers. If a solution cannot be reached by staff and parents, Kid's Kingdom will help in locating a more suitable environment for the child. This would be only as a last recourse as we strive to make each child's first experience with "school" a positive one. Please refer to the Discipline and Guidance Policy insert.
OPEN DOOR POLICY
Parents who have concerns may visit with the Director or designated Director anytime. Parents should communicate all concerns in the most positive way possible. If parents concerns deem problematic, the Director is available for conferences. Anyone wanting to conference with the Director shall make every effort to resolve any conflict. If such resolution cannot be reached, Kid’s Kingdom will help find alternative care for the family. Parents will be notified through parent meetings and newsletters informing you of any policy changes. You must sign off on any policy changes so it may be kept in your child’s file.
DAILY SCHEDULES
Kid's Kingdom opens at 7:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. Children age 12 months and older share the cafeteria, playground, and fellowship hall (used when weather is bad). For this reason parents should check the parent bulletin board in their child's room for the daily schedule. Children who arrive before 7:30 a.m. or stay past 5:30 p.m. maybe combined in one classroom.
NAP TIME
Preschool children will rest each day for approximately one and one-half to two hours each day. Children are required to rest quietly so they do not to disturb their friends. Children are not required to go to sleep and may have quiet activities as long as others are resting comfortably. Parents should bring a crib size sheet, a cover and small pillow. At the end of each week, we will send your child's nap items home to be washed.
DRESS CODE
Coats and light jackets are essential as the children will go outside each day. Even when the weather is bad we will go out for fresh air daily. Children should wear play clothes that enable them to play freely. We recommend tennis shoes for everyday wear as the sidewalk and equipment can be slippery. Please be sure to leave a change of clothes that is appropriate for the season in your child's cubby. This will eliminate us calling you away from work when/if your child has an accident. Teachers may ask that you also bring a large t-shirt for your child to wear during art.
MEALS & SNACKS
The current menu and time your child eats is posted in your child's classroom as well as in the cafeteria. Meals will not be served beyond these times, but you are more then welcome to sit with your child should you miss the scheduled time.
Meals and snacks are planned on a 4-week rotating menu which alternates during the winter and summer months.
Children's nutritional needs are planned with a variety of breads, cereals, rice, and pasta each day; along with fruits, vegetables, dairy and meat products.
Food is never used as a reward, withheld for punishment, or used to comfort a hurt or fussy child. Snack time is an opportunity to encourage children to try new foods, take turns, share responsibilities, count, learn colors, and gain skills.
Any child requiring a special diet MUST provide a physician's note. Substitutions can usually be made for children who are allergic to any food on our menus. Kid's Kingdom has chosen to exclude nut products from the menu to ensure the safety of students who have nut allergies. An allergy alert form must be filled out informing staff of a potentially dangerous allergy your child may have.
CLASSROOM PETS!
Your child’s classroom may have a classroom pet such as turtles, hamster or guinea pigs.
TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF PROTECTIVE AND REGULATORY-
CHILD CARE LICENSING
Parents may review a copy of child care licensing Minimum Standards for child care centers in the Director’s office. The most recent inspection report is also on review on the parent information board located in the Director’s office. Parents may also contact licensing directly by phone or web site. Hotlines, addresses and phone numbers to state and local offices are posted on the parent board as well.
The National Association for the Education of Young Children
N.A.E.Y.C is an advocacy group that has established high standards of quality for childhood education. Kid's Kingdom affiliates itself with N.A.E.Y.C. to demonstrate their support.
Child Care Services (CCS)
Child Care Services helps parents who are striving to become self-sufficient by giving them more choices in care arrangements.
As a vendor, Kid's Kingdom may access the CCS Resource Center. Educational equipment, teaching materials, technical assistance, and financial assistance are available to Kid's Kingdom.
Kid's Kingdom's program is currently validated as a 4 Star Designated Vendor. This program, The Texas Rising Star, requires better than state standards be implemented into Kid's Kingdom. CCS evaluates Kid's Kingdom quarterly to ensure these standards are being met. Kid's Kingdom has elected to participate in this program to demonstrate its desire for quality child care.
ECI DEBT FROGRAM
Early Childhood Intervention Birth through Three
Kid's Kingdom actively collaborates with the ECI-DEBT program through Lubbock Independent School District. Kid’s Kingdom Administrators and parents will refer children to this special program after numerous parent conferences and observations have been conducted. Once a “teacher” from ECI has been assigned to a student, Texas law dictates that Kid’s Kingdom receives a copy of the “Basic Care Requirement” that is created for each student utilizing ECI services. These documents are filed securely and only shared with pertinent staff that works directly with the child.
TERMINATION POLICY
In the event of misconduct or wrongdoing on the part of a parent/guardian or the child a two week written notice will be given for termination from our program. Kid’s Kingdom reserves the right to give written notice of immediate termination where there are extreme circumstances that affect the well-being of students or staff members at the center.
An example of misconduct or wrongdoing may include but is not limited to;
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- · A parent/guardian that routinely abuses drop-off and pick up times
- · Failure to pay
- · Failure to complete required forms
- · Lack of cooperation from parent/guardian
- · Physical or verbal abuse of any person or property
- · Lack of compliance with policies and regulations
Discipline and Guidance Policy for Kid’s Kingdom
Discipline must be:
(1) Individualized and consistent for each child;
(2) Appropriate to the child’s level of understanding; and
(3) Directed toward teaching the child acceptable behavior and self-control.
A caregiver may only use positive methods of discipline and guidance that encourage self-esteem, self-control, and self-direction, which include at least the following:
(1) Using praise and encouragement of good behavior instead of focusing only upon unacceptable behavior;
(2) Reminding a child of behavior expectations daily by using clear, positive statements;
(3) Redirecting behavior using positive statements; and
(4) Using brief supervised separation or time out from the group, when appropriate for the child’s age and development, which is limited to no more than one minute per year of the child’s age.
There must be no harsh, cruel, or unusual treatment of any child. The following types of discipline and guidance are prohibited:
(1) Corporal punishment or threats of corporal punishment;
(2) Punishment associated with food, naps, or toilet training;
(3) Pinching, shaking, or biting a child;
(4) Hitting a child with a hand or instrument;
(5) Putting anything in or on a child’s mouth;
(6) Humiliating, ridiculing, rejecting, or yelling at a child;
(7) Subjecting a child to harsh, abusive, or profane language; and
(8) Requiring a child to remain silent or inactive for inappropriately long periods of time for the child’s age.
Texas Administrative Code, Title 40, Chapters 746 and 747, Subchapters L, Discipline and Guidance
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