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 The Chaffey College Child Development Center provides a state of the art program for children between the ages of two (2) through Kindergarten. The Center is located on the college campus serving as a practicum site for child development students. The program follows the academic calendar of the college and is closed during the winter and summer breaks. We continually strive to use developmentally appropriate goals for young children as a framework for planning our educational program assessing children's progress in all aspects of the social, cognitive, and physical foundations necessary for success in elementary school. We emphasize diversity throughout our program, and our individualized, developmental approach lends itself to meeting the unique needs of the children in our program. Similarly, we utilize theories of adult learning to further the professional knowledge and skills or our apprentices/support staff that participate in our program.  PURPOSE The purpose of the Chaffey College Child Development Center is to provide enriching and positive experiences in a safe and caring learning environment for young children. The Center's Mission is:
 SERVICES The Child Development Center provides the following services: Preschool Program The preschool program including a Toddler option serves children between the ages of 2 1/2 through Kindergarten. Adult/Child Ratio: 1:8 Group Size: 24 Opening Hours: Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Toddler Option The Toddler program provides services to children between two (2) and three (3) years old. Adult/Child Ratio: 1:4 Group Size 12 Opening Hours: Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Parent Education and Involvement Parents are their child's primary teacher. The Child Development Center grants were funded with the stipulation that Parent Education and Involvement be a major program component. Due to the grant requirements, all parents are strongly encouraged to be actively involved in the program. Parents are invited to participate in the many varied activities of the Child Development Center. Parent education seminars are scheduled throughout each semester. The topics provide support and information on child development to strengthen and support existing parenting skills. Student Training Chaffey College students observe children or conduct practicum hours at the Child Development Center. Guidelines:
Observation students are admitted on a first come first serve basis as space and number of children allows. For further questions, please call the front office at 909/652-6875. Student Employment Opportunities The apprentice program provides hands-on child development experiences for individuals working to become a professional in the field of early childhood education. Apprentices, under the direction of Chaffey College Child Development Center Teachers, work directly with children, oversee daily activities, and with the help of teachers develop and implement activities of their own dosing. Work experience at the Center is applicable towards the work experience required for the child development teacher permit. Community Social Services The Center provides referral for families to assist in the areas of legal, medical, employment, and housing concerns. Child Care Referrals: www.kidsncare.com First 5 San Bernardino: www.first5sanbernardino.org  PHILOSOPHY The philosophy of the Chaffey College Child Development Center is based on a set of strongly held beliefs: We believe:
Inclusive Policy At the Chaffey College Child Development Center we do not discriminate according to race, ethnic background, religion, language, family values or ability. Our program welcomes all children and includes children with disabilities. We believe strongly that all children deserve the right to developmentally appropriate programming and access to interaction with peers and supportive professionals. Americans with Disabilities Act The Chaffey College Child Development Center follows the American with Disability Ability Act (ADA) of 1990.  REQUIREMENTS FOR ENROLLMENT Parents interested in enrolling their child/ren may pick up an application form from the Child Development Center of download the form with the link on this web page. General enrollment priorities are established as follows:
Priority for subsidized child care services is given according to the regulations of the State Department of Education. A waiting list is maintained when space is inadequate to meet the requests for childcare. The enrollment process is ongoing and continues throughout the semester! Prior to enrollment, parents are required to submit all required paperwork and attend three (3) mandatory orientation meetings: 1) Administrative Orientation 2) Child's Developmental Interview 3) Classroom Orientation
 FEES Subsidized Fees Parents who are eligible for the State of California Department of Education Child Development Services will pay fees according to the family gross income and number of children in the family. This fee is based on a sliding fee scale provided by the state. NO FEES will be charged for families whose gross monthly income is lees than the first step on the state/federal fee schedule, which is also determined by the number of family members. Non-subsidized Fees A current fee schedule can be obtained at the Child Development Center  STAFF Administration Birgit Monks, M.A. Director birgit.monks@chaffey.edu Front Office Debbie Wright Administrative Assistant II debbie.wright@chaffey.edu Paula Boroski Administrative Assistant II paula.boroski@chaffey.edu Preschool Program L'Tanya Condon Preschool 1 Erin Gomez Preschool 2 Sharon Wasson Preschool 3 Toddler Program Guadalupe Hernandez Nutrition Ruth Montelongo Nutrition Specialist  |
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