DCF 251.07 NoteNote: With parental consent and consultation, it is recommended that centers who care for children who have an Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) or an Individualized Education Program (IEP) coordinate programming activities with the local school district or Birth to Three agency.
DCF 251.07(1)(b)(b) The program schedule shall be planned to provide a flexible balance each day of: DCF 251.07(1)(b)3.3. Indoor and if the center is in operation more than 3 hours per day, outdoor activities. DCF 251.07(1)(c)(c) Television may be used only to supplement the daily plan for children. No child may be required to watch television. Other activities shall be available. DCF 251.07(1)(d)(d) Routines such as toileting and eating and intervals between activities shall be planned to avoid keeping children waiting in lines or assembled in large groups. DCF 251.07(1)(e)2.2. Daily periods when a variety of experiences are concurrently available for the children to select their own activities. DCF 251.07(1)(e)4.4. If a center is in operation for more than 3 hours per day, daily outdoor activities except during inclement weather or when not advisable for health reasons. DCF 251.07(1)(f)(f) Child care workers shall give children individual attention. DCF 251.07(1)(g)(g) A center that is open in the early morning and late afternoon shall have a written plan for activities which meet the individual needs of the children during those time periods. The plan shall include: DCF 251.07(1)(g)2.2. Use of materials and engagement in activities which for the most part do not duplicate materials or activities planned for the major part of the program. DCF 251.07(1)(h)(h) The program as implemented shall reflect the center’s written policies. DCF 251.07(2)(a)1.1. In this subsection, “time-out period” means a break from the large group that a child care worker offers a child to provide the child an opportunity to calm and regain composure while being supported by the child care worker. DCF 251.07(2)(a)2.2. “Redirection” means directing the child’s attention to a different program activity. DCF 251.07(2)(b)(b) Each child care center shall develop and implement a written policy that provides for positive guidance, redirection, and the setting of clear-cut limits for the children. The policy shall be designated to help a child develop self-control, self-esteem, and respect for the rights of others.