Children's Campus Program Information
This page includes:
- Philosophy, Mission and Values
- Hours of Operation
- Operating Calendar
- Monthly Rates
- Admission Information
- Program Curriculum
- 2009-2010 Parent Handbook
Program Philosophy
The Children's Campus (CC) believes that in order to create a safe learning space for children, a trusting relationship between the child, teachers and family needs to be fostered.
Professional teaching staff intentionally create stimulating and nurturing environments that enhance and support children's development and individual strengths.
Children are supported in developing strong social-emotional skills, independence, and respect for self, each other and the community. Children's feelings are validated as they develop their sense of self.
Children are empowered to take risks while pursuing their intellectual endeavors. As active learners, children investigate and explore the world by using their senses as they work together with people and materials.
Hours of Operation
Full-day, year-round program
Closed New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Day, Lincoln's Birthday (as observed), Washingtons Birthday (as observed), Cesar Chavez Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving (Thursday/Friday only), December campus closure (Christmas Day, observed Admissions Day, and delayed observed holidays),
The Children's Campus at SF State will be open during Spring Break, Thanksgiving week (except for Thursday/Friday), and Winter Session.
Operating Calendar
Fall 2009 (August 24 - December 23)
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Friday, August 14 | First Payment Due |
| Monday, August 17 - Friday, August 21 | Classroom Setup / Staff Development / Home Visits (Center Closed) |
| Friday, August 21 (3-5pm) | Family Open House |
| Monday, August 24 | First Day of Fall Semester Childcare |
| Monday, September 7 | Labor Day (Center Closed) |
| Monday, September 14 | Second Payment Due |
| Thursday, October 15 | Third Payment Due |
| Wednesday, November 11 | Center Closed - Veteren's Day |
| Monday, November 16 | Fourth Payment Due |
| Thursday, November 26 - Friday, November 27 | Center Closed - Thanksgiving Recess |
| November 2 - December 11 |
Spring Enrollment (continuing families)
Spring Enrollment (new families)
|
| Wednesday, December 23 | Last Day of Fall Semester Childcare |
| December 24 - January 7, 2010 | Center Closed - Campus Holidays |
Spring 2010 (January 4 - May 8)
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Friday, December 18, 2009 | First Payment Due |
| December 24, 2009 - January 3, 2010 | Campus Holidays (Center Closed) |
| Monday - Wednesday, January 4-6 | Teacher Prep (Center Closed) |
| Thursday, January 7 | First Day of Spring Session |
| Monday, January 18 | Martin Luther King Day (Center Closed) |
| Monday, February 8 | Second Payment Due |
| Monday, March 15 | Third Payment Due |
| Wednesday, March 31 | Cesar Chavez Day (Center Closed) |
| Monday, April 19 | Fourth Payment Due |
| Friday, May 28 | Last Day of Spring Session |
| Monday, May 31 | Memorial Day (Center Closed) |
| Tuesday - Friday, June 1-4 | Teacher Prep (Center Closed) |
Summer 2010 (June 7 - August 13)
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Monday, June 7 | First Day of Summer Session |
| Friday, July 2 | Independence Day (Center Closed) |
| Thursday, July 8 | Second Payment Due |
| Friday, August 13 | Last Day of Summer Session |
Fall 2010 (August 20 - December 22)
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| May 3 - July 6 |
Fall Enrollment (new and continuing families)
|
| Monday - Friday, August 16-20 | Staff Development (Center Closed) |
| Friday, August 20 | Family Open House |
| Monday, August 23 | First Day of Fall Session |
Monthly Rates
Admission
Curriculum
The Children's Campus follows a play-based emergent curriculum model. Activities and materials are chosen by teachers to reflect the children's interests and developmental goals. Developmental goals are created based on the teacher's knowledge of child development theory, research and practice.
Observation and teacher reflection informs the planning of curriculum that is engaging, interesting and challenging. Independence and a strong sense of self are the primary goals for each child.
We believe children construct their knowledge by having hands-on experiences with natural materials. Teachers facilitate this exploration by providing real elements of the environment for the children to discover. This interaction between the child and the world is where learning takes place.
