Family Involvement
MLC is founded on the belief that continuity between the home and the early childhood environment is essential for the child's optimal development.
Frequent written and verbal communication between the staff and families allows parents and staff to form strong partnerships and work for each child.
We encourage families to attend holiday events and special activities. Families are invited to be guest readers, bring in pets, volunteer at holiday parties and much more.
Open Door Policy
The program at MLC has an open-door policy, inviting and encouraging parents to visit the program during the day to observe their children.
Parents are welcome to call the center at any time to inquire about their child’s health, behavior, mood, progress, etc. Whenever possible, a parent may speak directly to the child's teacher or the director at any time.
Activity/Lesson Plans
Weekly lesson plans are developed for each group of children, including activities, themes, projects, and special events. Copies of lesson plans are posted each week in every group so that parents can discuss what the children are learning in school and can work at home on skills which are also being worked on at school. If parents wish to have a copy at home, please ask one of the teachers.
Parent-Teacher Conferences
Every family is given the opportunity to have a conference within 30 days of enrollment to discuss comments, progress, observations, and/or concerns
Parent-Teacher Conferences are held twice a year for all age- groups in October and April.
Developmental assessments are completed based on the teacher’s recorded observations of each child. The parents are given a questionnaire prior to the conference to let the teacher know about their questions and concerns. The parent’s, as well as the teacher’s, concerns are addressed at the conferences. A written progress report is given to parents at each conference.
Cooperative Meetings
Cooperative meetings between parents and staff regarding specific incidences, behaviors, and concerns can occur at any time throughout the year. Appointments are recommended and may be requested by the parent and/or the teacher.