Baldwin Park Unified School District

Early Childhood Education Early Head Start/Head Start/State Preschool

Parent Handbook

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Dear Parents, We would like to take this opportunity to welcome you and thank you for choosing our program. We understand the importance of providing positive school experiences for you and your child. We are strongly committed to offering educational programs and support services that are developmentally appropriate, enriching, and sensitive to the diverse needs of the community. Furthermore, we make certain that we employ dedicated and caring staff who will ensure your family’s success in the program. The Parent Handbook contains rich resources for families. You will find program highlights, community resources and information about your roles and responsibilities. As you will see, you are afforded many opportunities to be involved in your child’s education. We encourage you to participate as much as you can. We hope you have a wonderful and enriching school year. Respectfully, Ricardo Rivera, Director Early Childhood Education

THIS PARENT HANDBOOK BELONGS TO: NAME

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WELCOME

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

The Basics .............................................................................. 3-10

1. Mission Statement 2. Board of Directors and District Administration

3. Glossary of Acronyms 4. Program Goals 5. Organizational Chart 6. Early Childhood Education Sites

Resources ............................................................................... 11-39

1. Child Abuse Treatment & Prevention Programs 2. Child Care & Youth Organizations

3. Community Agencies 4. Counseling & Mental Health Services

5. Crisis Centers & Hotlines

6. Dentists & Doctors

7. Domestic Violence & Women’s Shelter Information

8. Drug & Alcohol Treatment Programs 9. Emergency Assistance 10. Emergency Medical Assistance

11. Job Training & Education

12. Services for Disabled Individuals

13. Legal Information

Roles & Responsibilities ................................................... 40-62

1. Licensing Regulation

2. Mental Health and Disability Services

3. Parent Contracts

4. My Rights 5. My Responsibilities 6. Standard of Conduct

7. Education is a Two Way Street 8. Home Base

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1. Mission Statement .............................................. 4

2. Board of Directors and District Administration ...................................... 5

3. Glossary of Acronyms .......................................... 6-7

4. Program Goals .................................................... 8

5. Organizational Chart .......................................... 9

6. Early Childhood Education Sites .................... 10

THE BASICS

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MISSION STATEMENT “The mission of the Baldwin Park Unified School District Early Childhood Education program is to

provide quality and appropriate educational and developmental experiences for pre-kindergarten children and their families within a safe and nurturing environment, which result in productive students, strong

families, and effective community partners.”

Educate and empower students and families to fulfill their dreams.

VISION STATEMENT

Commitment Devoting your time and energy to the success of the organization. Striving to provide excellent customer

service, seeking opportunities for growth and being ethically conscientious.

Integrity The ability to create honest, transparent and supportive relationships with others to achieve the

organization’s mission and vision. Demonstrating fidelity and being accountable for your performance.

Passion Feeling of excitement and altruism in the work we do. Motivated to collaborate with others and have

open communication.

Respect Having an open-mind, and being aware of verbal and nonverbal communication. Treating others with

fairness and dignity while appreciating cultural differences.

Trust Thrust is built over time and is based on consistency, responsibility, loyalty and reciprocity. It is earning

people’s confidence through actions.

CORE WORK VALUES

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President ............................................................................................. Christina Lucero

Clerk/Vice President ......................................................................... Bestabel Lara

Member .............................................................................................. Santos Hernandez, Jr.

Member .............................................................................................. Deanna C. Robles

Member .............................................................................................. Robert G. Varela

Superintendent .................................................................................. Froilan N. Mendoza

Deputy Superintendent, Business & Operations .............................. Lydia Cano

Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources ................................... Vacant

Assistant Superintendent, Student Achievement .............................. Angela Salazar

Assistant Superintendent, Student Achievement, Elementary ......... Dr. Randy E. Gray

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Baldwin Park Unified School District

DISTRICT ADMINISTRATION

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ACF Administration For Children and Families.

ADA Average Daily Attendance

BPUSD Baldwin Park Unified School District

CA Community Assessment

CAP Corrective Action Plan

CHDP Child Health and Disability Prevention Program

CPR Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation

DE Dental Exam

DOC Developmental Observation Record

DPSS Department of Public Social Services

EHS Early Head Start

ESL English as a Second Language

FA Family Assessment

FPAP Family Partnership Agreement/Plan

FPP Family Partnership Profile

FSF Family Service Facilitator

HCT Hematocrit

HGB Hemoglobin

HHS Department of Health and Human Services

HS Head Start

HT Height

HUD Department of Housing and Urban Development

IA Instructional Aide

IDEA Individuals with Disabilities Education Act

IDP Individualized Developmental Plan

GLOSSARY OF ACRONYMS

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GLOSSARY OF ACRONYMS

IEP Individualized Education Plan

IFSP Individualized Family Service Plan

LAP-D Learning Assessment Profile-Developmental

LEA Local Education Agency

LEP Limited English Proficiency

MTG Meeting

MOU Memorandum of Understanding

MP Morgan Park (Esther Snyder Community Center)

NAEYC National Association for the Education of Young Children

PC Policy Council

PCAPP Preschool Child Abuse Prevention Program

PDM Program Design and Management

PE Physical Exam

PO Purchase Order

RD Registered Dietitian

Regs Regulations

SSI Supplemental Security Income

TANF Temporary Assistance to Needy Families

TBA To Be Announced

TK Transitional Kindergarten

WIC Women, Infants and Children

WT Weight

W2 Welfare to Work

WWW World Wide Web

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PROGRAM GOALS

Program Goal

Provide quality and appropriate educational and developmental experiences for ECE children and their families resulting in productive students, strong families,

and effective community partners.

School Readiness Education Goal

Foster collaborative relationships with parents and children aimed at increasing parent knowledge of infant/toddler milestones, pre-k early learning

standards, and outcomes.

School Readiness Family Engagement Goal Foster strengths and skills in an effort to increase family engagement outcomes

leading towards self-sufficiency.

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Early Head Start-Office of Head Start (OHS)

California State Preschool Program

Part & Full Day

Board of Education

Head Start (BPUSD & Tri-Cities)

Early Head Start

Council

Assistant Superintendent, Student Achievement, Secondary

Assistant Superintendent, Business Services & Operations

Assistant Superintendent, Student Achievement, Elementary

Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources

Superintendent

Early Childhood Education

Director of Early Childhood Education

Baldwin Park Unified School District

Early Childhood Education

ORGANIZATIONAL CHART

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Early Childhood Education Center Office 13307 Francisquito Ave. Baldwin Park, CA 91706 626-856-4642 Fax. 626-856-4717 Bursch Elementary 4245 N. Merced Ave. (626) 338-4319 EXT.8320 Central Elementary 14741 Central Ave. (626) 962-7915 EXT 8330 De Anza Elementary 12820 E. Bess Ave. (626) 338-4019 EXT.8340/8341 Elwin Elementary 13010 E. Waco St. (626) 962-8015 EXT.8350 Foster Elementary 13900 Foster Ave. (626) 962-8111EXT.8411/8412 Geddes Elementary 14600 Cavette Place (626) 962-8114 EXT 8360 Heath Elementary 14321 School Street (626) 338-4013 EXT. 6743 Kenmore Elementary 3823 Kenmore Ave. (626) 962-8316 EXT.8380

Mt. San Antonio College 1100 N Grand Ave. (909) 274-7500 North Park High School 4600 N. Bogart Ave. (626) 337-4407 Pleasant View Elementary 14900 Nubia St. (626) 962-8512 EXT.8391/8392 Rachel Holiday Children’s Center 13259 Francisquito Ave. (626) 337-2711 EXT 5855 Tracy Elementary 13350 Tracy Ave. (626) 962-9718 EXT.8430/8431 Vineland Elementary 3609 N. Vineland Ave. (626) 962-9719 EXT.8400 Vineland Elementary Socialization Room #1 3609 N. Vineland Ave. (626) 962-9719 EXT. 7031 Walnut Elementary 4701 N. Walnut Ave. (626) 939-4368 EXT.8420/8421

EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION SITES

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1. Child Abuse Treatment & Prevention Programs ...................................... 12

2. Child Care & Youth Organizations ........................................................... 12-14

3. Community Agencies - .............................................................................. 8-23

4. Counseling & Mental Health Services ...................................................... 24-26

5. Crisis Centers & Hotlines ........................................................................ 27-28

6. Dentists & Doctors .................................................................................. 29-31

7. Domestic Violence &Women’s Shelter Information ................................. 32

8. Drug & Alcohol Treatment Programs ...................................................... 33

9. Emergency Assistance ............................................................................... 34

10. Emergency Medical Assistance ................................................................. 35

11. Job Training & Education ........................................................................ 36-37

12. Services for Disabled Individuals .............................................................. 38

13. Legal Information .................................................................................... 39

RESOURCES

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AGENCY SERVICES

Child Abuse Reporting 1-800-540-4000

Report suspected child abuse or neglect in LA County. 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Center for Integrated Family Services 560 S. San Jose Ave. Covina, CA 91723 (626) 967-5103 MON—FRI 9:00 am - 9:00 pm Medical for children

Comprehensive child abuse treatment and prevention services offered for children and adolescence. Counseling and psychiatric therapy also available. Parenting classes for adults offered at other facility contact number 626-966-1577.

AGENCY SERVICES

East Valley Boys and Girls Club 4100 Baldwin Park Blvd. Baldwin Park, CA 91706 (626) 338-1854 MON—FRI 6:00 am - 6:00 pm Fee for Service

Extended childcare services: One time registration fee

Weekly fee for school age children (K-6) Weekly fee for

preschool children (2-4) vary.

Early Head Start/ Head Start / State Preschool 13307 Francisquito Ave. Baldwin Park, CA 91706 (626) 856-4642 MON—FRI 7:30 am - 4:00 pm

Early Head Start (0-3 years of age) Head Start/State Preschool 3-4 years of age Services are free for the families that qualify.

CHILD CARE & YOUTH ORGANIZATIONS

CHILD ABUSE TREATMENT & PREVENTION

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AGENCY

Recreation and Community Services / Esther Snyder Community Center 4100 Baldwin Park Blvd. Baldwin Park, CA 91706 (626) 813-5245 x 316 MON—THURS 8:00 am - 8:00 pm SAT 8:00 am - 6:00 pm

SERVICES

After school program offered at the following schools (BASIC): Foster, Geddes, Kenmore, Tracy, Vineland and Walnut. Application fee and weekly fees vary for residents and non-residents 8 week summer and winter program offered. One time registration fee and weekly fees vary for residents and non-residents

Esther Snyder Community Center 4100 Baldwin Park Blvd. Baldwin Park, CA 91706 (626) 813-5245 MON—THURS 8:00 am - 3:30 pm SAT 8:00 am - 6:00 pm Rachel Holiday Children’s Center 13529 Francisquito Ave. Baldwin Park, CA 91706 (626) 337-2711 MON—FRI 7:00 am - 5:30 pm

8 week program during summer and winter. Subsidy pays partial amount for 5 --13 year olds. Game room, trips, art room, martial arts program, boxing, gym, summer camp and other scheduled activities. $65 for non-resident; $15 registration fee per child. Prices vary during summer and winter 8 weeks programs. Fees change according to the number of dependent child. Full Day and State subsidized programs. Children ages must be 3-5 years old.

Options for Learning 13100 Brooks Dr. #100 Baldwin Park, CA 91706 (626) 856-5900 MON, WED, THURS & FRI 8:00 am - 5:00 pm TUES 8:00 am - 7:00 pm

Childcare and human services agency. Services can be subsidized and based on income. Offers referrals for hous-ing, job search and counseling.

Boy Scouts of America (626) 351-8815 ext. 237 Contact: Maggie Gray www.usscouts.org (626) 331-4612 MON—FRI 8:30 am - 5:00 pm www.boyscoutsla.org www.trakscoutreservation.org

Main Office for the San Gabriel Valley. Services offered for boys ages 6 – 19 to build character, practical skills and physical fitness.

CHILD CARE & YOUTH ORGANIZATIONS

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AGENCY Kare Youth League 5150 Fama Ave. Arcadia, CA 91006 (626) 442-1160 www.kyl.org MON—FRI 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm SAT 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Covina- 735 Glendora Ave.

Irwindale- 1417 Arrow Highway

Upland- 800 Arrow Highway

SERVICES All year round sports. Summer programs also available.

Serves boys and girls Pre-K – 6th grade fees vary by grade

level.

Child Care Connection (800) 543-7793

Provides resources and referrals for local agencies that offer child care and preschool information.

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Animal Shelter 4275 N. Elton St. Baldwin Park, CA 91706 (626) 962-3577 MON—THURS 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm FRI, SAT and SUN 10:00 am -5:00 pm Closed holidays Baldwin Park Police Department 14403 E. Pacific Blvd. Baldwin Park, CA 91706 (626) 960-1955 / (626) 960-4011 Baldwin Park USD School Police Department 3699 Holly Ave Baldwin Park, CA 91706 (626) 962-1825 ; http://www.schoolpolice.net California Highway Patrol (Non-Emergency) 14039 Francisquito Ave. Baldwin Park, CA 91706 (626) 338-1164 ; www.chp.ca.gv City Hall City of Baldwin Park 14403 E. Pacific Ave. Baldwin Park, CA 91706 (626) 960-4011 MON-TH 7:30 am - 6:00 pm Department of Motor Vehicles West Covina Office 800 S. Glendora Ave. West Covina, CA 91790 Information 1-800-777-0133 ; www.dmv.ca.gov MON,TUE,THUR and FRI 8:00 am - 5:00 pm WED 9:00 am - 5:00 pm El Monte Office 400 Arden Drive El Monte, CA. 91731 Information 1-800-777-0133 ; www.dmv.ca.gov MON,TUE,THUR and FRI 8:00 am - 5:00 pm WED 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Department of Social Services 3350 Aerojet Ave. El Monte, CA 91731 MON-FRI 8:00 am -5:00 pm (626) 569-3100 Director of District (626) 569-3677 Brandy Green (626) 569-3498 Provides info on: Cal-Works, Food Stamps & Medi-Cal L.A. County Fire Department Station #29 14334 Los Angeles St. Baldwin Park, CA 91706 (626) 444-2581 ( Non Emergency) Public Library Baldwin Park Branch 4181 Baldwin Park Blvd. Baldwin Park, CA 91706 (626) 962-6947 Monday-Friday 10:oo a.m.– 8:00 p.m. Saturday 9:00 a.m. –5:00 p.m. Sunday : Closed Public Library 1601 W. Covina Pkwy. West Covina, Ca. 91790 626-962-3541 Monday –Thursday 10 a.m.-8:00 p.m. Friday & Saturday 9 a.m.– 5:00 p.m. Sunday : Closed U.S. Post Office 4230 Maine Ave. Baldwin Park, CA 91706 (626) 962-0268 MON—FRI 9:00 am - 5:00 pm SAT 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

COMMUNITY AGENCIES

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AGENCY Earth 911 California Environmental Hotline (800) 253-2687 www.earth911.com

SERVICES

Environmental friendly tips and information based on the needs of your community.

GAIN Program 2255 N. Garey Ave. Pomona, CA 91767 (909) 392-3008 MON—FRI 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

The GAIN Program provides employment related services to Cal- WORKS participants to help them find employment, stay employed, and move or to higher paying jobs, which will lead to self-sufficiency and independence.

GAIN Region 3 3216 Rosemead Blvd. El Monte, CA 91732 (626) 927-2600 MON—FRI 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

The GAIN Program provides employment related services to Cal- WORKS participants to help them find employment, stay employed, and move or to higher paying jobs, which will lead to self-sufficiency and independence.

Hall of Records 12400 Imperial Hwy., Room 1002 Norwalk, CA 90650 (562) 462-2137 / (800) 815-2666 ; www.lavote.net MON—FRI 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Every 3rd Thursday of the month 8:00 am - 7:00 pm *Except holidays

Birth Certificate ($21), Marriage License ($14), Death Certificates ($14) *Birth Certificate can be picked up same day.

Social Security Office 501 Vincent Ave. Ste. # 201 West Covina, CA 91790 1-800-772-1213 / TTY 1-8-00-325-0778 www. socialsecurity.gov MON—FRI 9:00 am - 3:30 pm

TTY Service Hours: 7:00 am - 7:00 pm Provides social security cards, disability benefits to those that qualify, survivor benefits, and retirement benefits.

WE TIP (800) 782-7463 www.wetip.com

24 Hour services with English/Spanish operators taking anonymous reports of crimes or felonies.

Welfare Information Line (800) 339-6993 or 211

Government assistance referrals to Non profit agencies, court offices, DMV, welfare offices, hospitals, emergency food and shelter, 24 hour help, and provides Spanish interpreters

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AGENCY

UTILITY COMPANIES Long Beach Community Action Partnership 3012 Long Beach Boulevard

Long Beach, CA 90807

(562) 216-4600

(888)351-4061

SERVICES

Helps pay bills depending on need. Must call and request an application. Free tax services.

Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program www.acf.hhs.gov/programs/ocs/liheap

Helps low-income families pay energy bills.

Terri G. Muse 14305 Morgan St. Baldwin Park, CA 91706 (Behind Morgan Park) Phone (626) 8135270 Fax (626) 851-3676 Familyservicecenter@baldwinpark.com MON-THUR 11:00 am– 3:00 pm

Helps pay bills

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AGENCY HEALTH CARE PROGRAMS Optional Targeted Low Income Children Program OTLICP/Medi-Cal (for children) P.O. Box 138005 Sacramento, CA 95813-9984 Information Line:1-800-880-5305 www.benefitscal.org MON- FRI 8:00 am - 8:00 pm SAT 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Planned Parenthood 4786 N. Peck Rd. Suite B El Monte, CA 91732 (800) 576-5544 Mon-Tue: 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Wed-Fri: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. SAT 8:00am—4:00pm Closed: SUN

SERVICES Certified Application Assistants 1-888-747-1222. Outreach line Provides Family Planning services in forms of contraceptives. Provides both male and female medical care. Medi-cal Accepted

Medical Provider Support Information (800) 541-5555 ; www.medi-cal.ca.gov MON—FRI 8:00am—5:00pm Mission City Community Network Inc. 1025 Willow Ave. La Puente, Ca. 91746 (626)-962-7449 Mon– Fri: 7:00am—6:00 pm

Provides health care access program information. Provides, advocates and model quality healthcare and social ser-vices for the uninsured and low-income families in communities of Southern California. NOTE: Legal Residence is NOT a Requirement to qualify for this County Program.

Kaiser Permanente Child Health Plan 1-800-464-4000

Offers health care to children that are not eligible for public health care coverage such as Medi-Cal, or OTLICP or California Children’s Services.

Covered California (800) 300-1506 ; www.coveredca.com MON—FRI 8:00 am—6:00 pm

California residents can apply for affordable health insurance coverage.

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AGENCY SERVICES

FOOD WIC (Public Foundation Health Enterprises) 4239 Maine Ave. Baldwin Park, CA 91706 (888) 942-2229 (626) 856-6600

Nutrition programs, food vouchers, medical and OTLICP offered. www.phfewic.org www.fns.usda.gov/wic/ MON, TUE, and THURS 8:30 am - 5:15 pm WED 10:00 am - 7:15 pm FRI 10:00 am - 5:15 pm *New people: arrive an hour before closing

Salvation Army 7926 Pickering Ave Whittier, CA. 90601 562-698-8348 MON—FRI 9:00am—4:00pm Closed: SUN

Provides emergency food for families. You will need to provide a picture ID, proof of income, utility bill and birth certificates for children under 18 years of age on. Food will be provided on Thursdays.

Church of the Redeemer 3739 N. Monterey Ave. Baldwin Park, CA 91706 (626) 960-9585 MON, TUE & THUR 9:00am—2:00pm WED 9:00am—9:30pm FRI 9:00am—8:30pm Language: English and Spanish

Need current ID, utility bill and proof of income. They provide food and clothing. Baldwin Park resi-dents only. Emergency services to anyone. Call First and speak with Alice.

Covina Assembly: Economic Relief Center Church 250 E. San Bernardino Rd. Covina, CA 91723 (626) 966-4488 TUE & FRI 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm Food Bank 418 N. 2nd St. TUE & FRI 2:00p.m.-5:00 p.m. God Provides 2453 Troy Ave. South El Monte, CA 91733 MON– FRI 8:00 am– 4:00 pm SAT 8:00 am– 2:00 pm 626-442-4273

Distributes free food and gently used clothing. Recipi-ents must be residents of one of the following areas: Azusa, Baldwin Park, Covina, Glendora, La Puente or West Covina. Valid ID is required. Proof of residency is required. *Available every 30 days. Provides food at a low cost. Also available is a box of 100lbs of food for $25 and a Voucher Program for $25. Free lunches are given daily and can be picked up at the same address.

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AGENCY SERVICES

FOOD Apostolic Church of Baldwin Park 14579 Pacific Ave. Baldwin Park, CA. 91706 626-962-4500 Cory’s Kitchen- New Beginning’s Church 13020 Francisquito Ste. 10 Baldwin Park, CA 91706 (626) 305-0392 Fridays 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Food distributed every 2nd and 4th Friday of the month. 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Provides emergency food for families in need once a month for a period of 6 months. Photo ID is required for every adult. Birth certificate needed for children as well as address and income verification

Iglesia de Cristo Elim 550 S. Hollenbeck Ave. Covina, CA 91723 (626) 915-5300 SAT 7:00 am– 9:00 am Speak Spanish

Provides food for families of any income. Address verification and ID needed. $1 per box, $5 Registration. Food distributions are Saturdays 7:00am—9:00am.

Our Saviour Center 4368 Santa Anita Ave. El Monte, CA 91731 Phone (626) 579-0290 Ext. 100 Fax (626) 579-2689 Www.oursaviourcenter.org Food Pantry Hours: TUE &THUR 10:00 am– 1:00 pm

Provides food for low income families. Must provide a picture ID, proof of address, income and children. Help depends on need and budget. A temporary shelter is also available for those who need it. By appointment only.

Salvation Army Corps Community Center 1250E. Valley Blvd San Gabriel (626)288-8846 Http://sangabriel.salvationarmy.org/foodpantry&mealprograms

Food pantry : access to free fresh produce and canned foods Meal programs: free sit down, nutritious meals.

Apostolic Worship Epicenter 14570 Pacific Ave. Bilingual SDA 13965 East Ramona Pkwy Baldwin Park, CA 626-338-4528

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AGENCY SERVICES

CLOTHING Covina Assembly: Economic Relief Center 418 N. 2nd Ave. Covina, CA 91723 (626) 966-4488 TUE & FRI 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm Goodwill 13550 Ramona Blvd. Baldwin Park, CA. 91706 626-373-2820

Distributes free food and gently used clothing. Recipients must be residents of one of the following areas: Azusa, Baldwin Park, Covina, Glendora, La Puente or West Covina. Valid ID is required. Proof of residency. *Available every 30 days. Provides used clothing in good condition at a fraction of the original cost. Monday through Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

The Salvation Army Retail Store 2330 S.Azusa Avenue West Covina (626)787-2550 Mon-Sat 9 a.m. –8 p.m. Sat 10 a.m.-6.pm. www.salvationarmyusa.org

Provides used clothing in good condition at a fraction of the original cost.

TRANSPORTATION Foothill Transit (Bus) 1-800-743-3463 MON—FRI 7:00 am - 9:00 pm SAT 10:00 am - 8:00 pm SUN 11:00 am - 6:00 pm www.foothilltransit.org

Dial-A-Ride 3650 Rockwell El Monte 91731 To Register / Route information : Morgan Park Esther Snyder Community Center (626) 337-1555 MON—FRI 7:00 am –5:30 pm, within a 6 mile radius SAT 7:-00 am - 3:30 pm SUN 7:00 am - 3:30 pm Seniors 60+ and disabled children. $ 0.50 cents per trip.

Metro link Customer Service: Blue or redline (213) 452-0200 1-800-371-5465 TDD 1-800-698-4833 www.metrolinktrain.com

Baldwin Park Transit Lines Hours of Operation Mon-Fri 6:00 a.m.—9:00 p.m. Sat 8:00 a.m.– 5:00 p.m. Sun 9:00 a.m.—5:00 p.m. Dial—A– Ride customers price : $0.50 All others including children : $1.00

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AGENCY SERVICES

HOUSING Community Development Commission Housing Authority of the County Of Los Angeles 700 West Main St. Alhambra, CA 91801 (626) 262-4511 www.lacdc.org –Home ownership / Home improvement Hacda.org –Section 8

Home purchasing agency provides information for first time home buyers and low income families with grants and loans to fix up their properties. Offers free home buyer education seminars.

Fannie Mae (800) 232-6643 www.fanniemae.com

Provide home ownership and rental housing services.

City of Baldwin Park Housing Authority Application number for Section 8: (626) 813-5285 BP Section 8 application online (626-869-7500 Ext. 552 General Questions

Provides housing subsidy payments to help eligible households pay their rent. Issue vouchers assistance. Gene-ral housing information for the city of Baldwin Park

Housing Rights Center 3255 Wilshire Blvd. Suite 1150 Los Angeles, CA 90010 (800) 477-5977 www.hrc-la.org MON—FRI 8:30 am - 5:00 pm Other office: Pasadena Office 1020N Fair Oaks Abe Pasadena, CA 91103

Address housing discrimination through community education and advocacy, investigates complaints. Promotes tenant and landlord counseling, provides housing listings for tenants and fair housing law program.

Salvation Army Corps Community Center 125 E. Valley Blvd San Gabriel 626-288-8846 East San Gabriel Valley Coalition for the Homeless 626-0333-7204 www.esgvch.org

Provide shot term & long term housing. They offer refuge to struggling men, women, and children & families, over-night / emergency shelters.

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AGENCY SERVICES

HOUSING Section 8-Main Office 700 West Main St. Alhambra, CA 91801 (626) 262-4510 www.hacla.org/section8

Assists eligible low-income families rent housing in the private market by paying some of their rental cost receiving guaranteed monthly payment on the first of the month. Tenants are screened. Qualifications: apply as a family, being a United States Citizen, income limits, eligibility information.

MONEY MANAGEMENT

Clear Point Credit Counseling Solutions 6001 E. Washington Blvd. Suite 200 Los Angeles, CA 90040 (800) 750-2227 www.clearpointccs.org Non-Profit Consumer Credit Management www.credit.org (800) 431-8157 Home Mortgages Springboard: www.springboard.org FRAUD Report (888) 766-0008 Equifax (888) 397-3742 Experian (888) 909-8872 Trans Union

Provides consumer credit counseling, bankruptcy, reverse mortgage, free default and foreclosure counseling. Monthly Meetings and Budget Counseling services are free. First Time Buyer counseling session if qualified. Offers financial seminars, credit counseling and financial education. Counseling services are free.

CREDIT MANAGEMENT Equifax P.O. Box 740241 Atlanta, GA 30374 (800) 685-1111 www.equifax.com

Experian 475 Anton Blvd. Costa Mesa, CA 92626 (888) 397-3742 www.experian.com

Trans Union P.O. Box 105281 Atlanta, GA 30348 www.transunion.com (800) 888-4213

*These agencies provide a free credit report once a year.

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AGENCY SERVICES

Asian Pacific Family Center 9353 E. Valley Blvd. Rosemead, CA 91770 (626) 287-2988 MON, WED and FRI 9:00 am - 5:00 pm TUES and THURS 9:00 am - 8:00 pm SAT 9:00 am - 1:00 pm by appointment only Fee: Sliding scale, Medi-Cal, Medicare and OTLICP Counseling by appointment only www.pacificclinics.org

Psychosocial assessment, crisis intervention, individual, child and group therapy. Mental health and substance abuse services and outpatient care.

Azusa Pacific University Community Counseling Center 918 E. Alosta Ave. Azusa, CA 91702 (626) 815-5421 MON—THURS 9:00 am - 9:00 pm FRI 9:00 am - 6:00 pm SAT 9:00 am - 2:00 pm www/apu.edu/ccc/services

Appointments are made Monday through Friday, during daytime and evening hours. Fees are set based on a sliding scale. Individual, children, adolescent, couples and marriage counseling. One week to one and half for appointment. Client will go through a phone screening. *Adolescence *Life Transition *Aging *Mental Struggles *Anxiety *Life Transition *Depression *Defiant Children *Grief

Baldwin Park Counseling 1710 W. Cameron Ave. Suite #202 West Covina, CA 91790 (626) 917-2120 MON—THURS 8:30 am - 7:00 pm SAT 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

Counseling for the individual, group, family, domestic problems, substance abuse, child abuse and anger management. Parent classes also available. Services provided for children and adults. Fee $25 to enroll and $25 per week.

Children’s Bureau of Southern California 14600 Ramona Blvd. Baldwin Park, CA 91706 (626) 337-8811 (213) 342-0100 after hours MON—THURS 8:30 am - 7:00 pm TUES and WED 8:30 am - 9:00 pm FRI 8:30 am - 4:30 pm www.all4kids.org

Parenting classes, counseling for child abuse, out patient mental health program providing child therapy, family counseling, group counseling, and outreach services. Case management, behavior modification, social skills, group for kids, parenting class. Child abuse prevention and treat-ment services. Accepts Medical and OTLICP. Sliding scale based on income.

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Cleaver Family Wellness Clinic 4368 Santa Anita Ave. El Monte, CA 91731 (626) 579-2190 Parenting Classes Sessions: English/Spanish MON, TUE & WED 8:30 am - 5:00 pm THUR 10:00am - 7:00pm Enki La Puente Valley Mental Health Center Adolescent Center 160 S. 7th St. La Puente, CA 91744 (626) 961-8971 Call Center (866) 227-1307 By appointment only. Hours/days vary from person to person. Fee: Sliding scale and Medi-Cal Enki West Covina Children Center 1215 W. West Covina Pkwy. West Covina, CA 91790 (626) 974-0770 Call Center (866) 227-1307 By appointment only. Hours /days vary from person to person. Fee: Sliding scale and Medi-Cal Foothill Family Services 1215 West Covina Pkwy., Suite 200 West Covina, CA 91790 (626) 338-9200 ; www.foothillfamily.org MON—THURS 8:00 am - 8:00 pm FRI 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Fee: Sliding scale Languages: English & Spanish

Offers primary health care services and wellness education at little or no cost. Provide Food bank and vouchers for the Family. Adolescent outpatient mental health facility. Mental health services are also provided at the school in the area. Children outpatient mental health facility. Mental health services are also provided at the school in the area. Provide Mental health services for Children 0-5 years old. Counseling, school based counseling services, child abuse treatment, parent education, grandparent group, and adolescent family life. Currently elder abuse prevention program. (65+)

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The Parent Project 258 West Badillo Street Covina, CA 91723 MON—FRI 9:00am– 5:00pm Please call Theresa Barajas at: (626) 430-9114

Offers parenting classes.

SPIRITT 2000 S. Tyler Ave. S. El Monte, CA 91733 MON– FRI 9:00 am– 5:00 pm CALL FIRST! (626) 442-4788 SCIL 107 South Spring St. Claremont, CA 91711 (626) 337-8868 MON-FRI 8:00am—4:30pm

Offers an array of comprehensive services designed to strengthen the family unit. Services address the needs of children, positively intervene in the lives of vulnerable youth, teach couples and single parents ways to care for their new babies, give parents the skills to overcome addictions and provide for the emotional and physical well-being of their families. Topics: Parenting classes, team program, substance abuse for adults, domestic violence for victims (in Spanish only), domestic violence for perpetrators (in English Coed and Spanish for males only). Takes any health insurance. Provides a variety of programs for any person with any disability. Resources for people with disabilities and advocacy for disability rights available. No medical proof needed. Must be able to set and meet a goal. Offers after hours support groups as well.

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AIDS Healthcare Foundation 6255 W. Sunset Blvd. 21st Floor Los Angeles, CA 90028 (323) 860-5200 Spanish 1-800-400-7432 www.aidshealth.org

Information for individuals affected with AIDS.

Crisis/Suicide Intervention 1-877-727-4747 www.suicidehotlines.com Info Line 211 L.A. County (800) 339-6993 24 hour 1-626-350-6833 Www.infoline-la.org

Crisis Intervention. The specialist will answer questions and provide information for the service that you are seeking (example: family problems, legal help, financial aid, health, housing, transportation, etc.). Referral access to a range of comprehensive human services.

National Hopeline Network (800) 442-HOPE (4673) 24 hrs., 7 days a week (800) 521-7128 Spanish language Suicide Helpline 1-800-SUICIDA (784-2432)

Provides counseling and referrals to local drug treatment centers, shelters, counseling services for everyone in LA County. Suicide prevention.

Su Casa Hotline 24 hour Hotline (562) 402-4888 National Domestic Violence Hotline 1-800-799-7233

Walk in Service with information on Domestic Violence, Child Abuse, Referrals for Social Services, Shelter and Food. Also offers support groups and individual care. Crisis intervention, safety planning, information about domestic violence and referrals to local service providers

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National Runaway Safe Line 1-800-786-2929 24 hours 365 days www.1800runaway.org

Provides help for runaways, homeless and at risk youth ages 12-21 and their families. Provides crisis intervention services, conference calls linking youth to shel-ters, Alternative housing and other critical supportive agen-cies. Conducts conference calls and conflict mediation be-tween youth and parents. Provides free bus transportation, runaway education, and prevention materials.

Project Sister Family Services PO Box 1369 Pomona, CA 91769 Office: (909) 623-1619 Rape Crisis 24 Hour Hotline: (909) 626-4357 Child Abuse 24 Hour Hotline: (626) 966-4155 Project Sister Family Services Walk in Clinic 363 S. Park Ave #303 Pomona CA, 91766 Mon-Thurs 8:00-4:00 Fri 8:00-1:00

Provide crisis intervention to victims of sexual assault or child abuse. Individual, family, couples or group counseling, support groups. First ten counseling sessions are free and fees for subsequent sessions are determined on a sliding scale.

Presentations to schools on date rape and sexual Harassment. Walk-in clinic also available that provides support, information, and referrals. They also provide self-defense classes.

Victims of Crime 1-800-842-8467 MON—FRI 8:00 am - 6:00 pm www.1800victims.org

Provides resources, referrals, and free informational bro-chures on victims’ rights to victims and their families. Deter-mined on a case by case the Victims of Crime Resource Cen-ter may be able to offer limited representation to victims of crime.

YWCA—Wings San Gabriel Valley 24 hour Hotline—(626) 967-0658 Senior Services (626) 214-9465 Office (626) 960-2992 M-F 8:30 –5

Domestic Violence: Provides safe emergency and transitional shelter, support groups, help victims access financial support, medical and legal assistance. Provides job development skills or stable employment, transportation, and childcare Senior Services: Provide urgent case management and supportive services, telephone reassurance, meals delivered to the home, and group dining meals. Teen Services: Educate at-risk teens ages 13-19 (boys and girls) and young mothers up to age 24 about domestic vio-lence and teen dating violence

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Baldwin Park Dental Center 3223 Baldwin Park Blvd. Baldwin Park, CA 91706 T: 626-337-3223| F: 626-337-7060 MON-FRI: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM SATURDAY: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM Languages: Spanish, English Fees: Medi-Cal, PPO Children’s Dental Fun Zone 2233 E. Garvey Ave N. West Covina, CA 91706 T: 626-966-3033| F: 626-214-0037 MON-FRI: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM SATURDAY: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM Languages: Spanish, English Insurances: Medi-Cal, HMO, PPO Jungle Dental 4138 Maine Ave St M-2 Baldwin Park CA 91706 T: 626-214-4076 F: 626-214-3733 Tues Wed Frid: 10 – 7 Languages: Spanish, English Insurances: Medical, HMO, PPO

Children’s Dental Group 4138 Maine Ave, Ste. M-2 Baldwin Park, CA 91706 T: 626-214-4076|F: 626-214-3733 WEDNESDAY: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Languages: Spanish, English Insurances: Medi-Cal, HMO, PPO Smiles Choice Dental 14323 East Ramona Blvd Baldwin Park, CA 91706 T: 626-962-8160| F: 626-962-8170 MON-FRI: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM SATURDAY: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Today’s Family Dentistry 14461 Merced Ave, Ste #201 Baldwin Park, CA 91706 T: 626-939-9116|F: 626-939-9119 MON, TUES, THURS & FRI: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM WEDNESDAY: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM Languages: Spanish, English Insurances: Medi-Cal, PPO Total Care Dental & Orthodontics 3060 Baldwin Park Blvd, #D100 Baldwin Park, CA 91706 T: 626-813-4488| F: 626-813-4410 Mon-Wed 10:00 A.M.-7:00 P.M. Th-Fri 9:00 A.M.—6 P.M. Sat 8:00 A.M. –3:00 P.M. Languages: Spanish, English Insurances: Medi-Cal, HMO, PPO West Coast Dental of Baldwin Park 4000 La Rica Ave, Ste. D Baldwin Park, CA 91706 T: 626-993-1978| F: 626-430-9177 MON, WED, THURS: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM TUESDAY: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM FRIDAY: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM SATURDAY: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM Languages: Spanish, English Insurances: Medi-Cal, HMO, PPO

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Buddhist Tzu Chi Clinic 1000 S. Garfield Ave. Alhambra, CA 91801 T: 626-281-3383|F: 626-281-5303 TUES-SAT: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM Languages: Mandarin, Cantonese, Taiwanese, Spanish, English Insurances: $40 Central City Community Network 4126 N. Maine Ave. Baldwin Park, CA 91706 T: 626-653-0800| F: 626-244-0485 Mon-Fri: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Sat: 8:30 a.m. –2:30 p.m. Languages: Spanish, English Insurances: Medi-Cal, HMO, PPO, Health LA Dr. Alicia Cuento 931 Buena Vista #100 Duarte, CA 91010 T: 626-357-5087|F: 626-357-2303 MON-FRI: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM Languages: Spanish, English Insurances: Medi-Cal, HMO, PPO El Monte Comprehensive Health Center 10953 Ramona Blvd. El Monte, CA 91733 T: 626-579-8463|F: 626-279-2532 MON-FRI: 8:00 AM – 8:30 PM SATURDAY: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Languages: Spanish, Korean, Mandarin, Cantonese, Vietnamese, English Insurances: Medi-Cal, Some PPO

Dr. Sandy Koh 2727 Peck Rd. El Monte, CA 91733 T: 626-350-2196|F: 626-350-4030 MON, TUES, FRI: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM WED & THURS: 10:00 PM – 5:00 PM SATURDAY: 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM Languages: Spanish, Korean, Mandarin, Taiwanese, Japanese Insurances: Medi-Cal, HMO, PPO Mayflower Medical Group 140 N. Orange Ave, Ste.100 West Covina, CA 91790 T: 626-800-1200|F: 626-962-2471 MON-FRI: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Languages: Spanish, Tagalog, Cantonese, Mandarin, English Insurances: Medi-Cal, HMO, PPO Mission City Community Network 1025 N. Willow Ave. La Puente, CA 91746 T: 818-895-3100|F: 626-962-7445 Wed-Fri: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM Languages: Spanish, English Insurances: Medi-Cal, HMO, PPO, fee-sliding scale or based on income Ramona Medical Clinic 14051 Ramona Pkwy. Baldwin Park, CA 91706 T: 626-338-7338| F: 626-338-0201 MON-FRI: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Languages: Spanish, English Insurances: Medi-Cal, Medicare, HMO, PPO

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Dr. Alagiasingam Rangarajan 3131 Santa Anita Ave. El Monte, CA 91733 T: 626-448-6222| F: 626-448-0232 MON-FRI: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM Languages: Spanish, English Insurances: Medi-Cal, HMO, PPO For information on where to obtain a Tuberculosis Screenings, please contact your Head Start Facilitator

San Jose Multispecialty Group 14514 Ramona Blvd, Ste. #3 Baldwin Park, CA 91706 T: 626-337-0424| F: 626-813-9095 MON-FRI: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM Languages: Spanish, English Insurances: Medi-Cal, HMO, PPO

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AGENCY SERVICES Center for the Pacific Asian Family www.nurturingchange.org 3424 Wilshire Blvd #100 Los Angeles, CA 90010 (323) 966-4590 1-800-339-3940 24 hour hotline Hope North 24 hr. Hotline (323) 681-2626 Office (626) 564-8880 12817 Victory Blvd. North Hollywood CA 91606 www.jfsla.org House of Ruth (909)-988-5559 24 hr. hotline (909) 623-4364 Office 599 N Main St, Pomona, CA 91768 www.houseofruthinc.org Women & Children’s Crisis Center 24 hr. Hotline (562) 945-3937 www.wccshope.org cwcic.org info@wccshope.org Support groups (562) 463-5878 MON—FRI 9:00am—4:30pm YWCA— Wings San Gabriel Valley 943 North Grand Ave. Covina, CA 91724 (626) 960-2995 (626) 967-0658 24 hr. service hotline www.ywcagv.org

Emergency and sexual assault services. Domestic violence ser-vices. Staff speaks Japanese, Filipino, Korean, Chinese, Indian, Cambodian and Vietnamese. They also have access to language Line, which can help them translate any language. Shelter for battered women. Call for information. Provide counseling and community education. Residential program: 45 day emergency shelter (can accommodate 36 domestic violence victims). Children’s program offers individual counseling. Counseling, shelter, case management, housing assistance, community education, and support groups. Advocates assist women and children victimized by domestic violence. Referrals, temporary restraining orders, support groups for wom-en, presentations and parenting classes. Shelter available, 30 days for women with children. Age limit for children. Boys 17 years and younger. Girls no age limit. 45 day domestic violence shelter. We also take in fathers and their children whom are fleeing from domestic violence. Shelter is free for battered women and their children. Camps and classes. Referrals for the homeless. Domestic violence and senior services, leadership development.

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Narcotics Anonymous (Behind Morgan Park) 14305 Morgan Street Baldwin Park, CA 91706 (626) 813-5270 Brad (626)-271-3831 MON—THUR 11:00 am—5:00 pm Closed: FRI—SUN Language: English and Spanish www.alanonla.org

Narcotics Anonymous is a non-profit support group that assists with common problems associated to substance abuse. Ongoing group sessions are open to men and wom-en. They also provide referrals to sober living facilities. Meetings are held on Monday :7pm-8:30pm and Wednes-day: 7:15pm-8:45pm

National Council on Alcoholism and Drug De-pendents 4626 N. Grand Ave. Covina, CA 91724 (626) 331-5316 MON—THURS 8:00 am - 9:00 pm FRI 8:00 am –6:30 pm SAT 8:30 am - 12:00 pm www.ncaddesgpv.com Fee: Sliding scale depending on program. No medical.

Public information, community outreach programs, youth alcohol program and DUI programs. DUI program is the only program provided in Spanish. Parenting classes, drug & alcohol groups, individual counseling for drugs & alco-hol, anger management for teens and adults.

Spiritt Family Services 147 S. 6th Ave. La Puente, CA 91746 (626) 968-0041 MON—FRI 8:00 am - 5:00 pm MON and WED group work varies 2000 Tyler Ave, South El Monte, CA 91733 (626) 442-1400

Intake Number: (855) 714-8800 Languages: Spanish and English www.spiritt.org Su Casa Hotline www.sucasadv.org 24 hour Hotline (562) 402-4888 3840 Woodruff Ave. Suite 203, Long Beach, CA 90808 Office Number: (562) 421-6537 Fax: (562) 421-8117 info@sucasadv.org

Offers alcohol counseling for the family. Self help groups: Alcoholics Anonymous, Al Anon, women’s support groups, self help classes, communication building and parenting class. Special youth services and teen programs. Domestic violence support group, 8 week parenting com-munication class, substance abuse group. Walk in Service with information on Domestic Violence, Child Abuse, Referrals for Social Services, Shelter and Food. Also offers support groups and individual care.

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Catholic Charities Program San Juan Diego Community Services Center 4171 N. Tyler Ave. El Monte, CA 91731 (626) 575-7652 MON—FRI 9:00 am - 12:00 noon and 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm Language: English and Spanish

Provides basic needs assistance with food, clothing, tempo-rary shelter through motel vouchers; transportation, infor-mation and referral services; specialized housing stabiliza-tion program, including move-in assistance and utilities subsidies for low-income households; CalFresh application site center; and special events throughout the year.

Church of the Redeemer 3739 N. Monterey Ave. Baldwin Park, CA 91706 (626) 960-9585 Mon. Weds. Thurs. & Fri. 9:00-1:00 p.m. Closed Tuesdays Language: English & Spanish www.cotrb.org City of Hope 1500 E. Duarte Rd Duarte, CA 91010-3000 (626) 359-8111 ; www.cityofhope.org General information: (626) 256-4673 Appointment: (800) 826-4673 Mon—Fri 8:00 am—4:00 pm

Need current ID, utility bill and proof of income provides food and clothing. Provides services to Baldwin Park residents only. Emergency services to anyone. Treatment for people with cancer and other serious illnesses.

Disaster Services/American Red Cross San Gabriel Pomona Valley Chapter 376 W Huntington Dr. Arcadia, CA 91007 Phone: (626) 447-2193 Mon. – Fri. 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. St. John the Baptist Church 3883 Baldwin Park Blvd. Baldwin Park, CA 91706 (626) 960-2795 MON—FRI 9:00 am - 8:00 pm SAT 8:30 am - 4:30 pm www.stjohnsbp.org Convalescent Aid Society 3255 E. Foothill Blvd. Pasadena, CA 91107 (626) 793-1696 ; www.casl.org Mon. – Fri. 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Closed weekends except every 3rd SAT 10:00am—2:00pm

The San Gabriel Pomona Valley Chapter of the American Red Cross is dedicated to providing resources and assis-tance to the community through our five lines of service: disaster preparedness, response, and recovery, health and safety training, blood drives, international services, and service to the armed forces & veterans. Religious education, youth ministry and Life Teen social services. Loans medical equipment (wheelchairs, canes, walkers, etc.) for in-home use to any resident in the greater San Gabriel Valley area, including, Azusa, Burbank, El Monte, South El Monte, Glendale, Pasadena, San Gabriel, etc. Must have ID for proof of residency. No charge, but do accept and appreciate monitored donations.

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AGENCY Greater El Monte Community Hospital 1701 Santa Anita Ave. South El Monte, CA 91733 (626) 579-7777 www.greaterelmonte.com Open 24 hrs. day Citrus Valley Intercommunity Medical Center 210 W. San Bernardino Rd. Covina, CA 92723 (626) 331-7331 Open 24 hrs. day Kaiser 1011 Baldwin Park Blvd. Baldwin Park, CA 91706 (626) 851-1011 www.kaiserpermanente.org Open 24 hrs. day

SERVICES Provider of general medical and surgical care for patient, outpatient, and emergency room patients and participates in Medical and Medicaid. Cardiology/Pulmonary Services A nonprofit 193-bed facility in Covina provides high-quality health care to the East San Gabriel Valley with a wide range of medical, surgical and specialty services. Kaiser Permanente locations offer multiple services under one roof. That means you may be able to see your personal physician, get an X-ray, visit the lab, and fill your prescription—all in the same place.

Queen of the Valley 1115 S. Sunset Ave. West Covina, CA 91790 (626) 962-4011 www.cvhp.org Open 24 hrs. day

Citrus Valley Health Partners (CVHP) is a family of hospitals and a hospice that serves nearly one million residents in the East San Gabriel Valley. Our four locations offer comprehensive health care services, guided by our mission, to keep people well in body, mind and spirit.

Children's Hospital 4650 Sunset Blvd. Los Angeles CA 90027 (323) 660-2450 www.chla.org

Children's Hospital Los Angeles is the largest regional referral center for children in critical condition who need life-saving care. While most of the children admitted come from Los Angeles County, others come from the seven county area near Los Angeles that includes Kern, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara and Ventura counties. Additional referrals come from elsewhere around the world.

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AGENCY Baldwin Park Adult and Community Education Adult Career Training Center (ACT) 4640 N. Maine Ave. Baldwin Park, CA 91706 (626) 939-4456 MON—THURS 8:00 am - 9:30 pm FRI 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

SERVICES BPACE will admit any student who is 18 years of age or older and not attending high school. Students 18 and under, who are presently attending high school, must see a counselor prior to enrollment and have a referral from their high school counselor.

Bryman College 3208 Rosemead Blvd. #100 El Monte, CA 91731 www.bryman-college.com (626) 573-5470 California Polytechnic State University 3801 W. Temple Ave. Pomona, CA 91768 (909) 869-7659 www.csupomona.edu MON—FRI 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Citrus Community College 1000 Foothill Blvd. Glendora, CA 91741 (626) 963-0323 or (626) 914-8511 MON—THURS 8:00 am - 5:00 pm TUES & WED 8:00 am - 7:00 pm FRI 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Programs: Associate of Science in Business, Dental Assistant program, Massage Therapy, Medical Assistant program , Medical Administrative Assistant, Medical Insurance Billing & Coding. Programs: BA - Bachelor of Arts. BS - Bachelor of Science BAR - Bachelor of Architecture. BLA - Bachelor of Landscape Architecture. BFA - Bachelor of Fine Arts in Art & Design

Programs: Social and Behavioral Sciences and Distance Education, Natural and Physical Sciences and Library Services, Mathematics, Business and Health Sciences, Language Arts, Kinesiology, Health and Athletics, Fine and Performing Arts, Counseling , Curriculum, Career/Technical, Continuing Education.

Rio Hondo College 3600 Workman Mill Rd. Whittier, CA 90601 (562) 692-0921 www.riohondo.edu MON—THURS 8:00 am - 7:00 pm FRI 8:00 am - 2:00 pm Spanish assistance Monday 8:00 am - 8:00 pm

AA - Associate of Arts AS - Associate of Science AA-T – Associate in Arts for Transfer AS-T – Associate in Science for Transfer CA - Certificate of Achievement CSP - Certificate of Skill Proficiency CC - Career Certificate

Mt. San Antonio College 1100 N. Grand Ave. Walnut, CA 91789 (909) 594-5611 & (909) 274-7500 www.mtsac.edu Mon—Fri 8:00– 7:00 p.m. Fri 8:00 a.m. –4:30 p.m.

AA - Associate of Arts AS - Associate of Science AA-T – Associate in Arts for Transfer AS-T – Associate in Science for Transfer CA - Certificate of Achievement CSP - Certificate of Skill Proficiency CC - Career Certificate

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AGENCY Unisource Staffing 1028 Westminster Ave. Alhambra, CA (626) 281– 2103 MON—FRI 8:00am—5:00pm Staff Mark www.staffmark.com 838 Hacienda Boulevard, Suite A, La Puente, CA 91744 Phone: 626-330-5168 / FAX: 626-330-8237 Everything is done online.

SERVICES Helps link up individuals with job opportunities in Los Angeles, Commerce, El Monte, and other surrounding areas. Most of the work is warehouse related such as shipping and receiving, accounts payable and stockers. Helps link up individuals with job opportunities in Los Angeles, and other surrounding areas. Most of the work is warehouse and or Clerical related such as shipping and receiving and stockers.

Kent Daniels & Associates Inc. http://www.kentdaniels.com 680 Brea Canyon RD. Ste 258, Diamond Bar, CA 91789 Phone: (909)444-9305 Mon– Fri 8:30 a.m.—5:00 p.m. Priority Workforce www.prioritystaffing.biz 4820 S Eastern Ave Ste. C, Commerce, CA 90040 (323) 721-1000 MON—FRI 8:00an—6:00pm 15648 Arrow Hwy. Irwindale, CA 91706 (626) 869-0520 Mon—Fri 8:00 a.m.– 5:30 p.m. YWCA San Gabriel Valley 943 N. Grand Ave., Covina, CA 91724 Phone: 626-960-2995 / Fax: 626-814-0447 info@ywcasgv.org

Kent Daniels has legal recruiters in California building relationships with clients & candidates for the perfect match. Priority Business Services has been providing specialized staffing solutions for small, medium and large companies. Features information about senior services, domestic violence pro-grams and a community calendar.

Employment Development Department 933 S. Glendora Ave. West Covina, CA 91790 (626) 814-8234 / 1-800-300-5616 www.edd.ca.gov East San Gabriel Valley Regional Occupational Program and Technical Center 1501 West Del Norte St., West Covina, CA 91790 (626) 962-5080 esgvrop.org America’s Job Center of California 14101 E Nelson Ave. La Puente, CA 91746 T: 626-814-3234 www.goodwillsocal.org

Claimants / Disability Insurance Information /Job Seekers /Employers / Workforce Partners High School, Technical School –EMT classes, emergency medical technician, financial aid, video production and vocational As a partnered network with Goodwill Southern California Work Source & Career Recourses they provides job seekers assistance with job search strategies, access to computer, internet, phone, fax, & copi-er, computer & skill training, resume writing and much more.

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Baldwin Park Unified School District Special Education Department 3699 N. Holly Ave., Baldwin Park, CA 91706 (626) 962-3311 X4370 MON—FRI 8:00 am - 4:30 pm www.bpusd.net California Department Of Rehabilitation 1501 W. Cameron Ave., Suite 300, West Covina, CA 91790 (626) 813-7662 MON—FRI 8:00 am - 5:00 pm www.rehab.cahwnet.gov San Gabriel/Pomona Regional Center 75 Rancho Camino Dr., Pomona, CA 91766 (909) 620-7722 MON—FRI 8:00 am - 5:00 pm www.sgrc.org San Gabriel/Pomona Parent’s Place 1500 S. Hyacinth Ave., Suite. B, West Covina, CA 91791 (626) 919-1091 MON—FRI 8:00am - 4:00pm www.parentsplacefrc.com Disability Rights California Los Angeles Regional 350 South Bixel Street, Suite 290, Los Angeles CA 90017 (213)213-8000 Fax: (213) 213-8001 National Center for Youth Law 3580 Wilshire Blvd. Suite 902, Los Angeles, CA 90010-2512 (213) 427-8747 www.youthlaw.org South Central Los Angeles Regional Center 650 W Adams Blvd., Suite 200, Los Angeles, CA 90007 (213) 744-7000 - Contact Dexta Henderson

Begin providing services for the child with a disability at age 3. Testing must be completed first. State-wide vocational agency. Assists individuals with disabilities toward employment. Provides assessment, training and job placement. Languages: Korean, Spanish, Chinese, English and Vietnamese. For youth 16 years and older.

Provides a comprehensive program to those individuals who have a developmental disability.

Provides resources for referrals, hotline to encourage parents, parent support groups, Library (books, videos, audio cassettes), toy loan program, training workshops and translations. Referred out Languages: English, Spanish, Armenian, Chinese and Cantonese.

Provides legal advice and referral for families with disabilities.

The National Center for Youth Law (NCYL) creates lasting change for children in need. It is a non-profit organization that uses law to ensure that low-income children have the resources, support, and opportunities they need for a fair start in life. The program works to ensure that public agencies created to protect and care or children do so effectively.

Provides a comprehensive program to those individuals who have a developmental disability. www.sclarc.org

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Immigration and Naturalization 300 N. Los Angeles St. Los Angeles, CA 90012 1-800-375-5283 MON—FRI 8:00 am - 6:00 pm www.uscis.gov

Provides information on U.S. citizenships and immigration services. You will be required to have a USCIS officer to schedule an appointment or set up an appointment through the USCIS website.

Neighborhood Legal Services of Los Angeles County (NLS) - Workers' Rights Center Administrative Offices: 1102 E. Chevy Chase Dr., Glendale, CA 91205 http://lawhelpca.org/ Program Office 9354 Telstar Ave. El Monte, CA 91731 1-800-433-6251 MON—FRI 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Fee: Free

Provides legal assistance in domestic violence and civil harassment. Free services provided for low income individuals. Provides legal assistance in restraining order, domestic violence, divorces, paternity, child support, custody, guardianship, housing problems, victim problems, consumer problems and immigration problems with government benefit programs. Employment-related problems, help clearing criminal records, referrals for criminal matter and automobile accidents and for help with legal health problems. Call (800) 896-3203

Housing Rights Center 3255 Whilshire Blvd. #1150 Los Angeles, CA 90010 1-800-477-5977 MON—FRI 8:30 am - 5:30 pm Language: English, Spanish, Chinese, Vietnamese, and Taga-log www.hrc-la.org Center of Workers Rights of El Monte 9354 Telstar Ave. El Monte, CA 91731 (800) 433-6251 MON—FRI 9:00am—5:00pm Call before and come early. Law Offices of Fernando Romo & Associates, PLC 1625 W. Olympic Blvd., Ste. 1035 Los Angeles, CA 90015 Phone: (213) 380-8850 Fax: (213) 380-8851 Mon –Fri 9:00 a.m—5:00 p.m.

Provides advice and assistance for renters rights, fair housing issues and answers any questions about tenants rights and responsibilities, and assist to solve issues. Provides free legal services for residents with low wages from the San Fernando Valley, Antelope, Santa Clarita, San Gabriel y Pomona, and the cities of Glendale, Pasadena, San Fernando and Burbank. Helps with issues related to employment. Provides immigration assistance.

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1. Licensing Regulation ............................................... 41

2. Mental Health and Disability Services ..................... 42

3. Parent Contracts Head Start Center Base /Home Base .................... 43 Early Head Start ................................................... 44

4. My Rights ................................................................ 45

5. My Responsibilities ................................................. 46

6. Standards of Conduct .............................................. 47

7. Education is a Two Way Street ................................. 49-56

8. Home Base ............................................................. 57-61

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Dear Prospective Parents, The Baldwin Park Unified School District Early Childhood Education Programs wish to advise you of the following Licensing Regulations (101200 (a-c)) set forth by the California Department of Social Services Community Care Licensing Division: ● The Department has the authority to interview children or staff without prior consent. Baldwin Park Unified School District Early Childhood Education Programs shall ensure that provisions are made for private interviews with any children or staff members. ● The Department has the authority to inspect, audit, and copy child or child care center records upon demand during normal business hours. Records may be removed if necessary for copying. Baldwin Park Unified School District Early Childhood Education Programs shall ensure that provisions are made for the examination of all records relating to the operation of the child care center. ● The Department has the authority to observe the physical condition of the children, including conditions that could indicate abuse, neglect, or inappropriate placement.

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Counseling & Mental Health

Head Start Mental Health staff work diligently to provide mental health services to children and

families in need. Our qualified Counselors specialize in working with young children and

families. They are available to provide support for feelings of sadness, self esteem, coping, problem solving,

relationship concerns and stress management, among a variety of other life issues. Our

families are treated with respect and parents are encouraged to utilize these services in order to be the best parent

they can be for their children. Parents can contact the Counseling and Mental Health

service organizations identified in this handbook directly or they can contact their child’s Home Visitor or Family

Services Facilitator to access support.

Disabilities

Head Start and Early Head Start require that at least ten percent of funded enrollment slots be reserved for chil-

dren with disabilities. This ten percent reflects the estimated amount of people with special needs in the general

population. Disabilities Specialists are responsible for ensuring that all children with eligible and suspected

disabilities obtain the services and resources necessary to meet their educational needs.

Disabilities Specialists are also responsible for recruitment and enrollment of children with special needs into the

Head Start/Early Head Start programs. They conduct student observations, initiate referrals to local educational

agencies, attend IFSP/IEP meetings, and ensure that eligible children receive proper supports and services.

Teaching staff, service support staff, and parents receive the appropriate training and information necessary to

support the educational outcomes of all students with disabilities.

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Dear Parent/Guardian,

Welcome! We are delighted that your child has enrolled in the Early Childhood Education program. We are positive both you

and your child will have a rewarding experience. As a participant in our program, we expect you to partner with us to support

your child’s learning. We have adopted the following policies to support your child’s success in school:

Health Documents: Your child must have up-to-date immunizations, lab work, physical and dental exam on file. If you do not

have insurance, our program can provide you with a list of doctors and/or dentists who can provide necessary exams/services.

If your child’s physical or dental expires during the program year, you are required to provide an updated

exam.

Failure to provide up-to-date health documents may result in a change in your child’s program option.

Attendance: In addition to the rules and regulations outlined in the Attendance Policy, the following are additional pro-

gram expectations:

It is the parents/guardians responsibility to keep updated contact information on the Emergency Release Form.

Only those persons listed on the Emergency Release Form will be permitted to sign the child in or out.

Your child must be brought in and picked up at the scheduled time to ensure proper meals and snacks are provided.

If your child is going to arrive more than 10 minutes late, contact the Home Visitor so adjustments can be made for

meals/snacks.

Parents arriving one minute after dismissal are considered late.

If your child is not picked up by dismissal, the person(s) on the Emergency Release Form will be contacted to pick

up your child.

In the event no one can be found, School/City Police WILL be contacted to pick up your child.

Home Base Option: You and your child must complete one home visit per week. Two monthly socialization activities

are available and your attendance is highly recommended.

Class Participation/Volunteering: Parents/Guardians are encouraged to participate in the program by:

Volunteering in the classroom: Parents/Guardians that volunteer in the classroom must provide evidence of current

TB clearance and complete a Volunteer Application.

Attending monthly parent meetings

Program Governance participation (Policy Council, Sub Committees, Class representatives)

Parents who are unable to volunteer in the above mentioned activities are encouraged to discuss alternative methods

of volunteering with their Home Visitor.

Donations/On-Site Sales: You will NEVER be asked to donate money, food or other items. Selling products dur ing

school hours is prohibited (including requesting money from other parents).

I, ________________________________________, parent/guardian of __________________________________ acknowledge

that I have read, understand and agree to all requirements outlined in the Parent Contract.

____________________________________________ Date

_____________________

(Parent/Guardian signature)

Updated 2/22/17 EE

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Dear Parent/Guardian,

We are happy to have your child in the Baldwin Park Unified School District Early Head Start program. We are positive both

you and your child will have a rewarding experience. As a parent in the Early Head Start program, we expect you to partner

with us to support your child’s learning.

Early Head Start Program Guidelines:

1. Your child must have up-to-date immunizations, physical and dental exams. If you do not have insurance, or need

assistance, our program can provide you with a list of doctors and dentists who can provide necessary exams/services.

2. It is your responsibility to keep contact information on the Emergency Release form up to date. The persons on the card

must be available and willing to assist in the event of an emergency. Parents are to notify staff immediately about any

change in address and telephone numbers.

3. Irregular attendance can result in a change in program option or possible vacancy of the current enrollment slot. Refer to

the Attendance Policy for additional program expectations.

4. The program does not request parent to donate money, food or other items. The selling of products during socializations/

school hours or any related event is prohibited. This includes parents/guardians requesting money from other parents/

guardians.

Home Base Program (Home Visits and Socializations):

1. To maintain compliance, you and your child must participate in one home visit per week (a total of 46 home visits), and

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monthly socializations (a total of 22 socializations) will be offered.

2. It is your responsibility to call your home visitor to reschedule when your child is ill and the visit cannot be completed.

Center Base Program:

1. When volunteering in the classroom, parents must provide current TB clearance and complete the Volunteer Applica-

tion form. Ask your Home Visitor, and/or Family Service Facilitator if more information is needed.

2. To maintain compliance, your child needs to participate in their class on a full day basis, 5 days per week.

3. Your child must be brought in and picked up from the classroom at the scheduled time. You will be notified of the class

time when you enroll. If your child is going to arrive more than 10 minutes late, please contact the Home Visitor.

4. You must write in the exact time, and not the scheduled hours, when signing your child in. No person under the age of

18 years (unless it is the parent of the child) will be able to sign the child in or out. Only those persons listed on the Emer-

gency Release form will be permitted to sign the child in or out.

5. Parents/Guardians must pick up their child immediately once they are notified of the child’s illness.

I, ___________________________________, Parent/Guardian of________________________________________

have received a copy of the Parent Contract __________________________________Date___________________

BALDWIN PARK UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT EARLY HEAD START

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As an Early Head Start / Head Start / State Preschool Parent It Is My Right To: 1. Take part in major policy decisions affecting the planning and the operation of

the program.

2. Help develop adult programs which will improve daily living for my family and

myself.

3. Be welcomed in the classroom.

4. Choose whether or not I participate without fear of endangering my child’s rights

to be in the program.

5. Be informed regularly about my child’s progress.

6. Always be treated with respect and dignity.

7. Expect guidance for my child, from all staff, which will help his/her total

development.

8. Be able to learn about the operation of the program including the budget, level

of education and experience required to fill various staff positions.

9. Take part in planning and carrying out programs designed to increase my skills

in areas of possible employment.

10. Be informed about all community resources concerned with health, education

and the improvement of family life.

11. Know that any information that is collected about the family will be kept

confidential.

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As an Early Head Start / Head Start / State Preschool Parent It Is My Responsibility To:

1. Learn as much as possible about the program and to take part in major policy decisions.

2. Accept Early Head Start / Head Start / State Preschool as an opportunity through which I

can improve my life and my children’s lives.

3. Take part in the classroom as an observer, a volunteer worker and to contribute my

services in whatever way I can towards the enrichment of the total program.

4. Provide parent leadership by taking part in elections, to explain the program to other

parents and encourage their full participation.

5. Welcome Home Visitor, and Early Childhood Education staff into my home to

discuss ways in which I can help my child’s development at home in relation to the school

experience.

6. Work with the Home Visitor, staff and other parents in a cooperative way.

7. Model nurturing & age appropriate guidance practices.

8. Offer constructive criticism of the program, and share in evaluating it.

9. Take advantage of programs designed to increase my knowledge about child development

and my skills in areas of possible employment.

10. Become involved in community programs which help improve health, education and

recreation for all.

11. Keep all emergency information up to date. 12. Dress myself and my child appropriately for play and weather. 13. Keep the Home Visitor informed of concerns and events, which may affect children’s classroom socialization experience.

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1. Treat all children with respect.

2. Dress appropriately.

3. Respect classroom schedules, rules,

policies and procedures.

4. Supervise children at all times.

5. Isolation is not used as a form of discipline.

6. Food is not used as a form of punishment or reward.

7. Respect Home Visitor areas.

8. Keep student information confidential.

9. Discrimination is not allowed because of color, race, religion,

age, disability, or ethnic background.

10. Follow program confidentiality policies concerning information

about children, families, and other staff members.

11. Do not solicit or offer personal gratuities, favors, or anything of

significant monetary value to personnel.

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Our Part.... Head Start/Early Head Start’s goal is to provide an environment filled with people, objects, and expe-riences that stimulate each child's curiosity and learning. We encourage each child to develop his/her unique pattern of interests, talents, and skills. We know that children learn best through interaction with people and objects, and it is primarily through play that they will achieve the key goals of our early childhood curriculum. While we recognize that as each child grows and develops at different rates, their individual goals will focus on the following:

Develop a positive self-worth and feeling of confidence. Expand language and communication skills. Strengthen physical skills using large and small muscles. Gain experience with basic reading, science & math concepts. Be curious to wonder and ask questions. Learn to work and plan independently and to develop problem solving skills. Experience many opportunities to succeed. Trust others and learn to work and share with them. Acquire self-control through use of problem-solving skills and words to generate cooperation

and peace. Expand their understanding of the world through fieldtrips, interaction with community help-

ers, and parents volunteering in the classroom. Understand, celebrate and respect diversity in others through a variety of hands-on-experiences. Learn and practice healthy, safe, nutritious habits.

Your Part...

Children need to be well rested; 10-12 hours of sleep is recommended for children going to pre-school.

Nutritious meals help children to be healthy and at their best. Wholesome, nutritious foods are important.

Please dress your child or children for the weather. Create opportunities for learning at home. Please keep your child or children home if they are not feeling well. Please label your child’s clothing. Please bring your child to class on time. Be an active participant in developing goals for your child’s education. Find a variety of opportunities to be involved in Head Start/Early Head Start. We need you! Please volunteer in the classroom, attend a class or socialization, go on a field

trip, work on the newsletter, and attend the parent meetings!

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Family Services

Head Start/Early Head Start is committed to supporting your family. We will help you identify your goals and support you in reaching them by using your family strengths and community resources. This will reinforce the gains made by your child in our program. Head Start/Early Head Start Family Service Facilitators are available to help with information and resources. We want to support your own personal growth and independence. Head Start/Early Head Start offers parents

opportunities and support for growth, so that you can identify your own strengths, needs and interests, and find your own solutions. Family Partnerships are developed during Enrollment. At this time, with the support of the Family Services Fa-cilitator, family goal setting is discussed and an agreement is signed. Services include:

Help in identifying concerns, needs and goals your family or child may have. Information about community resources. Resource Directory listing services available in the area. Emergency or crisis intervention. Encouragement and support for your own efforts to obtain the quality services you deserve. Development of goals and strategies that you identify as areas for personal growth. HS/EHS sponsored parenting classes and informative workshops. Support for child development and discipline issues. Advocacy for you in dealing with agencies or individuals.

You know you are on the right road when you’re: Thinking of new ways to reach your goal. See new things that can help you reach your goal. Feel ready to take action to reach your goal.

Parent Engagement

Las alianzas familiares se desarrollan durante la inscripción. Parents meet together for monthly meetings, educational programs, and special interest parent gatherings. Par-ent workshops are offered based on interests expressed. Volunteering in our program provides the opportunity to gain new skills, develop skills you already have and may be used as job experience!

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Policy Council What is it? Policy Council is the parents' voice in major program decisions including such things as recruitment and selection policy, personnel policies, budgets, and funding proposals. Who is on it? Each classroom elects one of the parents as Policy Council Representative and one Policy Council Alternate that act as a substitute representative. Home base elects one parent as Policy Council Representative and one Policy Council Alternate for every 24 students. Community representatives are also seated on the council by election. When is it? The Policy Council meets once a month at a date and time set by the Policy Council.

Who Can Come to the Meeting? Policy Council meetings are open to anyone who would like to come. However, only elected and trained Policy Council members may vote. What Are the Responsibilities of a Policy Council Member?

To be informed and keep parents informed about issues facing the Policy Council. To attend meetings regularly and notify staff in advance if you are unable to come. To advocate for the best interests of all Head Start/Early Head Start families. To attend classroom parent meetings and represent parent concerns to the Policy Council. To facilitate the Parent Council meetings. To attend trainings and share the information with other parents. To meet with the Family Services Facilitator to coordinate volunteer activities. Participate in working council that help the Head Start/Early Head Start Program.

What support will be offered?

There will be a training for all elected members.

Ways You Can Help Help in Adult Activities

Be a member of Policy Council Attend parent meetings Help in the office Type or draw Work on the newsletter Provide child care while a parent volunteers Be a member of the Health Advisory Committee Sign up for the yearly program review (Self-Assessment) Help plan parent meetings Help to facilitate parent meetings Give ideas for activities and field trips

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Ways You Can Help

Help Kids in the Classroom

Read or tell a story Serve food Work closely with one child Help on field trips Get materials ready to use Take a project home Play a game Play a musical instrument Talk with a child Help children in an activity Work with a small group Take pictures

Help in playground activities Clean up after eating Sing a song Repair toys, books, or equipment Sew dress up clothes Help with tooth brushing time Attend special events Lead a large motor exercise Arrange a bulletin board Give your ideas

What's in it for You?

Learn new skills Make new friends Gain confidence Become aware of community resources Build your support system Have some fun Learn job/employment skills Belong to a national organization Help your community be a better

place to live

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Health and Nutrition Head Start/Early Head Start knows how important it is for children to be healthy! Being healthy enables children to reach their potential. Healthy habits are established in the classroom with daily tooth brushing and an emphasis on hand washing and health education activities. Family style eating along with all the skills involved are practiced on a daily basis. Head Start/Early Head Start requires each child to complete medical and dental examinations and receive any follow-up treatment needed. THE PHYSICAL EXAM MUST INCLUDE A BLOOD TEST OR RISK ASSESSMENT TO CHECK FOR ANE-MIA AND LEAD POISONING. Immunizations must be up to date. Registration is not complete until the child's physical and dental exams are scheduled. Parents and the HS/EHS staff work together as a team to get appointments and any necessary follow-up work completed. Parents are involved in their child's health by preparing their children for exams, giving authorization for their child to receive health services, scheduling and accompanying their children to appointments, and by participating in parent trainings. Health and Nutrition Services include:

Wellness, safety, and nutrition education for families and children Vision and hearing screenings Height and weight measurements Nutritious breakfast or snack and lunch each class day Child nutrition screening / assessment by a Registered Dietician

Immunizations/Tuberculosis test

California Law States : “No Shots, No School”. Your child must have their Polio, DTAP, Varicella, MMR, Hepatitis B, HIB and annual TB Risk Assessment up to date before starting school.

Parent Volunteers are required to have a current Tuberculosis Test or Annual Risk Assessment. If you have medical insurance make an appointment with your doctor to have it completed.

When Your Child is Ill If your child becomes ill at school, we will call you or the person (s) at your emergency number to come pick him/her up. Please make sure that the emergency contact information is current and let your Home Visitor or your Family Services Facilitator know of changes.

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When Your Child is Ill (Continued) If your child is brought to the classroom when sick, we will require that he/she be taken home immediately. Your child is not well enough to be in class if any of the following symptoms are noted:

An oral temperature over 100 degrees A sore red throat, even if no fever is present An earache A deep hacking cough Severe congestion Difficulty breathing or untreated wheezing An unexplained rash Vomiting Diarrhea Complaints of a stiff neck and headache with one or more of the above symptoms Thick, green drainage from the nose (Accompanied with fever) Yellow discharge from the eye An unusual yellow coloring to the skin or eyes Cuts or openings on the skin that are pus filled or oozing Lice or nits A contagious disease

Note: If you know or suspect that your child has a contagious disease, please call your child's Home Visitor or the Health Manager. If your child has a contagious illness they will be excluded until a doctor’s note is obtained.

Head Lice Because head lice are not uncommon and are easily spread, the Superintendent or designee shall send information about the treatment and control of head lice to parents/guardians as needed to prevent the spread of infestations. As part of the health curriculum, Home Visitors shall stress the importance of preventive measures. The Board of Education recognizes that responsibility for the treatment of head lice rests with the home. When lice or un-treated nits are found, the student shall be sent home as soon as possible with proper parental notification. (cf. 5112.2 - Exclusions from Attendance) Staff shall make every effort to maintain the privacy of students identified as having head lice and excluded for treatment.

Special needs Food Allergy : If your child has a food allergy, it is very important to let the your Family Service Facilitator and Home

Visitor know. A special form must be completed by your child’s doctor. This form can be obtained from your Family Services Facilitator. THIS FORM MUST BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO STARTING SCHOOL.

Medications: PRIOR authorization and forms must be completed if your child requires medication during school hours. Written permission and instructions must be obtained by the doctor and parent. This form can be obtained from the Health Manager. THESE FORMS MUST BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO STARTING SCHOOL.

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Education

During the school year, a stimulating learning environment is provided which promotes positive physical, emotional, social, language, and cognitive development. Children engage in activities that support their interest and developmental level. Staff follow a daily schedule and routine with a balance between Home Visitor and child initiated activities. Children are assessed throughout the year to determine developmental progress to set goals and to individualize curriculum.

Curriculum

The Baldwin Park Unified School District Early Childhood Education Programs use Frog Street curriculum. Frog Street curriculum is a comprehensive, research-based program that integrates instruction across developmental domains and early learning disciplines. Cur-riculum is intentional and child centered, it also focuses on social emotional development featuring Dr. Becky Bailey’s conscious disci-pline.

Home Visits and Conferences for Center Base

Home visits and conferences are an important part of our program. We ask parents to participate in home visits with Home Visitors and Family Service Facilitators. We try to schedule them at a time that is convenient for families and we ask parents to call us in ad-vance if they need to cancel and reschedule.

Home Visitors are required to make two home visit and two classroom conferences per year. During the home visit and conferences, parents are encouraged to ask questions regarding their child and the program. Participation in both the home visits and conferences provides an opportunity for Home Visitors and parents to collaborate and plan a program that supports each child’s individual needs, strengths, and interests.

Year-End Celebrations We do not celebrate “graduation” from the Early Head Start / Head Start / State Preschool Program. Together we will plan some-thing special for both parent and child. Emergency Cards The emergency cards are the most important documents you will give us for your child. If he/she has an accident or gets sick while at school, we want to let you know as soon as possible. If you can not pick up your child after school, we need to know whom you can trust to do that for you. There will be times when we will need to use the emergency card. We understand that situations change and that the information on your card will change. Changes can only be made in person by parent or legal guardian. List two or more people who you trust and are able to come for your child if you are not able. We WILL NOT RELEASE YOUR CHILD TO ANYONE that is not at least 18 years of age (unless it is the parent of the child), and whose name does not appear on the card. Change the names on the list if the person can no longer help you. We can not let someone pick up your child or make a decision about a medical matter with just a phone call from you. HELP US BY KEEPING THIS INFORMATION CURRENT AND ACCU-RATE. THANK YOU!

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Important Policies

Confidentiality

Information is gathered so that Head Start/Early Head Start can completely understand the needs for your child/family and work to-gether to meet those needs. All information obtained from you is completely confidential. Except for your local school district, records will only be sent to another agency with written permission of the parents or legal guardian. Only the parent or guardian signing the enrollment form will have access to the records.

Child Abuse Reporting

Head Start/Early Head Start staff is required by California State Law to report any suspected or identified child abuse. Head Start/Early Head Start staff will support families who have an involvement with the Department of Protective Services. We in HS/EHS will pre-serve absolute confidentiality of all records pertaining to a report in accordance with state law. We recognize that accidents happen and children are sometimes rough with each other. If something happens to your child, please explain to the Home Visitor what happened. If you know someone who is hurting children, you can report this situation on a confidential hotline. The number is 1-800-540-4000.

Attendance Policy Head Start/State Preschool operates 3 1/2 hours or 6 1/2 hours a day, 5 days a week. Early Head Start center base is a full day program, oper-ating 5 days week. Getting into a regular routine is one of the most important ways for you to help your child succeed in school and for the rest of his/her life.

You must notify before the school day begins if your child is going to be absent. Please give the reason for the absence and the return date. Consistent attendance is essential to your child's progress in school. If you do not contact us regarding an absence(s), a staff mem-ber will contact you to discuss this situation. Please keep us informed of illnesses or emergencies that will prevent your child from attending. The regular attendance of all children is a crucial component to the overall success of our Early Childhood Education Programs. By attending regularly, children receive the benefits of interacting daily with their Home Visitors, and classmates and develop social and educational competencies as they become comfortable with a regular ongoing routine and consistent daily schedule. Communication with your child’s Home Visitor is critical. When your child is going to be absent, you must contact the Home Visitor PRIOR to the start of the school day. This communication should include the reason for the absence. If your Home Visitor has not heard from you by the start of class, you will be contacted by your Family Service Facilitator and/or Home Visitor via telephone. You may also receive an unannounced home visit. All children in our programs are required to maintain a 90% attendance rate. Parents of children with an attendance rate below 90% may be required to participate in a Multi-Disciplinary Team meeting with school administrators to discuss how to improve the attend-ance rate.

Late Pick-up Policy The following procedures are currently in place: 1. Staff will counsel parent about the pick-up policy after the first and second incident. 2. Parents will notify staff immediately of any changes in authorization for pick-up such as emergency contact numbers and personal information (phone numbers, address, etc.). 3. For unforeseen circumstances, parents must call staff to inform them that they will be late and should indicate an anticipated arrival time at the classroom. 4. If parents do not call and/or designated contact persons are not available to pick up student, Baldwin Park City Protective Services (CPS) & School Police will be contacted to initiate a temporary custody process. Recurring Late Pick Ups (any student picked up after 11:30 am , 2:30 pm, or 3:30 pm from Head Start/State Preschool. For Early Head Start Center Base please refer to the Cal-SAFE handbook for dismissal times)

The following procedures are currently in place: 1. Home Visitor will counsel parent about late pick up after the first and second incident. 2. Family Service Facilitator will counsel parent after the third incident.

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What is a Home Visit? Home Visits are scheduled weekly and last approximately 1 ½ hours. During your visit, you will work with your Home Visitor to plan activities for the visit, discuss health issues, and/or any concerns or questions you have regarding you, your child and/or family. It is very important for your family to keep your scheduled home visit. By doing this you will build a positive relationship with your Home Visitor and benefit the most from the program. If a home visit must be cancelled, the parent must call the Home Visitor as soon as possible. The

Home Visit can only be conducted with the child’s parent or legal guardian. What is Socialization? Socialization is a time when you and other families in the program will gather together at one location. Parents/guardians will have an opportunity to interact with their own child and with each other along with their Home Visitor . Activities for socializations will vary depending on interest, needs, program requirements, and ag-es of the group.

The Key to Success: “Parent Engagement” There are several ways for you to be part of the Home Base experience. As a parent you will be able to participate in some of the opportunities to get involved in your child’s education. In addition to maintaining consistency with home visits, and at-tending socializations, you also engage by completing your child’s homework/experience calendar. Participation in the Parent Committees during parent meetings and in the Policy Council is also available.

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Health Checks At each socialization a health check will be completed on all children as they enter the room. The Home Visitor will complete a visual check to ensure that all children are well enough to participate in the activities and protect all children/parents from the spread of a communicable disease. If a parent or child show symptoms of illness, they will not be allowed to stay. No Nit Policy Head Start/Early Head Start has a “NO NIT POLICY”. No nit means that children cannot at-tend socialization if head lice or nits are present in their hair. Even if a child’s hair has been treated for lice, all nits must be removed before the child may return to socialization. This may be difficult and time consuming, but it is the only way to prevent lice from spreading from one child to another. Sick Child/Parent/Guardian If you or child experience any of the following symptoms, please Contact your Home Visitor prior to your home visit:

¨ Fever of 100 or more ¨ Cold with runny nose and hacking cough ¨ Open sores ¨ Glazed, watery eyes ¨ Diarrhea or vomiting ¨ Head Lice or nits ¨ Extremely tired or irritable If a parent/guardian becomes ill while at socialization the Home Visitor will contact an adult listed on the emergency card.

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Health Requirements State Child Care Licensing and Federal Requirements require written documentation that Physical exams and immunizations are completed within specified time frames. If these health requirements are not completed a child must be excluded from socialization. To support families in their effort to comply with health requirements HS/EHS Staff will provide assistance to access resources and help parents/guardians schedule appointments.

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Sign In Parents/guardians are required to sign in at each socialization. Clothing During the home visit and socialization the parent/guardian and child will be involved in many kinds of exciting activities. Please wear suitable, comfortable play clothes because accidents do happen! It is recommended that parents bring extra clothing. For safety reasons you and your child should not wear opened toed shoes. Health Screenings During the program year staff conduct health and developmental screenings. The purpose of the screenings are to ensure healthy development and detect or rule out possible needs. Field Trips Field Trips may be taken throughout the year. For a parent/guardian and a child to participate in a field trip, a signed permission slip from the parent is required.

Building Effective Transitions Families and staff support child transitions when they:

Learn the individual characteristics and styles of each child. Create predictable daily routines so that the child can learn to trust outcomes. Are flexible and open to new learning as the child changes and matures. Take their cues from their child. Provide appropriate new experiences to prepare the child for their next

developmental transition. Praise the child’s efforts and celebrate developmental successes. Partner to create a consistent, respectful, and caring environment.

Screaming, spanking, ridiculing, name-calling, and withholding of food to control children’s behavior takes away from opportunities to develop self-control; therefore, they are not used in the Head Start/Early Head Start programs. Your Home Visitor will assist and guide you to develop and enhance activities that promote self-control and encourage appropriate expectations.

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Important Policies

Confidentiality

Information is gathered so that Head Start/Early Head Start can completely understand the needs for

your child family and work together to meet those needs . All information obtained from you is

completely confidential. Except for your local school district, records will only be sent to another agency

with written permission of the parents or legal guardian. Only the parent or legal guardian signing the

enrollment form will have access to the records .

Child Abuse Reporting

Head Start staff is required by California State law to report any suspected or indemnified child abuse.

Head Start/Early Head Start staff will support families who have an involvement with Department of

Protective Services. We in Head Start/Early Head Start will preserve absolute confidentially of all records

pertaining to a report in accordance with the state law. We recognize that accidents occur and children

are sometimes rough with each other. If something happens to your child, please explain to the Home

Visitor what occurred.

If you know someone who is hurting children, you can report this situation on a confidential hotline at 1-

800-540-4000.

Smoking Policy

Due to the acknowledged hazards to both non smokers and especially to young children arising from

exposure to environmental tobacco smoke, it shall be the policy of BPUSD to provide a smoke free

environment for children, parent/guardian and staff. This policy covers the smoking of any tobacco

product and applies to both employees and parents/guardians.

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Siblings at Socialization

As participants, there will be times when parents/guardians may have to bring siblings to socializations. In order to encourage a learning environment, parents/guardians are asked to follow these guidelines: ♥ Parents/guardians are responsible for siblings.

♥ Parents/guardians and siblings will follow classroom rules and regulations. No form of demeaning discipline may be used (for example spanking, threats, corporal punishment, or negative verbal comments). ♥ Health check policies also apply to siblings.

♥ Special arrangements must be made with the Home Visitor to bring siblings who are older than 3 years of age.

Safety

Safety is EVERYBODY’S responsibility. The following are guidelines to help parents/guardians and Home Visitors maintain a safe environment for all children, families and staff. ♥ Children will never be left unattended in a vehicle. ♥ Children are to be in view of the parent/adult at all times. ♥ Parents/guardians and staff will immediately report any unsafe conditions they observe.

♥ Parents/guardians may be asked to participate in monthly safety checks of the socialization room and playground.

Emergency Procedures

An emergency evacuation plan is posted in each socialization room. Staff are trained in first aid and CPR procedures. A first aid kit is clearly marked and brought to each socialization. Parents/guardians are advised to make themselves aware of the established emergency procedures and the location of the first aid kit. Emergency procedures are reinforced by staff and parents/guardians through the development of evacuation plans for the home.

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