Welcome to the Methodist Day School. Since the early 1970’s, the Day School has provided a loving, Christian program filled with rich experiences that provide a strong foundation for learning and growing.
Children attending the school benefit from years of quality programming, materials, and a staff dedicated to this important ministry of First United Methodist Church Missouri City.
We look forward to continuing our tradition of early childhood excellence and we are proud you have chosen our program for your child.
We are currently registering for the 2021-2022 school year. Stop by our school for a tour today!
**PROGRAMMING CHANGES FOR THE 2021-2022 SCHOOL YEAR:
Click HERE for a link to our 2021-2022 Registration Packet. Please call our office if you have any questions about Registration!
The Methodist Day School operates August through May. Our classes are open to any child regardless of race or religious beliefs, provided the school can meet the needs of the child. We serve children ages 6 months through 5 years. The Methodist Day School meets and exceeds all licensing standards of the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services. In addition, it is operated under the guidelines of the Missouri City Health and Fire Departments.
The primary goal in working with the school’s infant to pre-kindergarten children is to help them develop a positive self- esteem and a sense of security while learning about the world around them. This is achieved by providing developmentally appropriate activities planned by loving, dedicated teachers in a happy, Christian environment.
Jen Hanson-Smith, Director (jhansonsmith@fumcmc.org)
Stephanie Gabino, Office Manager (sgabino@fumcmc.org)
Molly Warner, Administrative Assistant (mwarner@fumcmc.org)
Telephone: 281.499.2581
8:00am until 4:00pm Monday through Friday
8:00am-12:00pm Wednesday
Summer/Holiday Contact Information:
Phone messages and emails are checked on a weekly basis. Please contact us by leaving a message at 281-499-2581 or emailing jhansonsmith@fumcmc.org.
Choose the form(s) you’d like to download below. ALL CHILDREN WILL NEED A MEDICAL FORM (in addition to current immunization record) AND AN INTRODUCTION FORM ON FILE AT THE METHODIST DAY SCHOOL.
*NOTE: If your child is enrolled in Monday/Friday CDO 3s or 4s AND Preschool, you will only need to fill out one set of forms (Medical and Preschool Introduction Form).
Abbreviated 2020-2021 WELCOME LETTER: 2021 Welcome
MEDICAL FORM (REQUIRED FOR ALL CHILDREN): 2021 Medical Form
CRIB ROOM INTRODUCTION FORM (Dates of birth are 9/1/2019-2/29/2020):https://fumcmc.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/BACKTOSCHOOL-Infant-Introduction.pdf
CHILDREN’S DAY OUT INTRODUCTION FORM (Dates of birth are 9/1/2017-8/31/2019):https://fumcmc.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/BACKTOSCHOOL-CDO-Introduction.pdf
PRESCHOOL (3 and 4 YEAR OLDS) INTRODUCTION FORM (Dates of birth are 9/1/2015-8/31/2017):https://fumcmc.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/BACKTOSCHOOL-Preschool-Introduction.pdf
BRIDGE INTRODUCTION FORM (Age 5 by 9/1/2020):https://fumcmc.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/BACKTOSCHOOL-Bridge-Introduction.pdf
COVID-19 FAMILY ACKNOWLEDGMENT FORM: COVID FORM
PICK-UP FORM: PICK UP FORM 2021
POTTY TRAINING FORM: POTTY TRAINING
ANAPHYLAXIS EMERGENCY PLAN (Children with diagnosed food allergies or asthma MUST have this plan on file to attend Methodist Day School): ANAPHYLAXIS EMERGENCY FORM
Enrollment will be open to any child provided the Day School can meet the needs of that child. Children entering the Preschool program must be toilet trained and able to manage clothing and wiping independently. All accounts must be current to register. All appropriate forms (including Medical Form, Birth Certificate, and Introduction Form) and fees must be on file in the Day School office before a child is considered registered. It is mandatory that each child’s Medical Form, (including immunization record) is current, signed by the child’s primary doctor, and in your child’s file by the date of admission. For the safety of our staff, parents, and children, all students attending the Day School must be fully immunized.
Withdrawal notices must be given in writing and turned in to the Day School office. If the Day School office is closed and notice is sent via mail, the postmarked date will be considered the date of notice given. An email sent to the school director will be accepted as written notice.
Registration fees are non-refundable.
If you withdraw your child from school and wish to return at a later date, you must observe the standard enrollment procedures including paying the registration fee and last month’s tuition.
June 1 is the deadline in order to receive the prepaid May’s tuition refund.
If you find it necessary to withdraw your child between June 2 and October 1, you will forfeit your prepaid May’s tuition.
After October 1, we must have a 2-week notice of withdrawal for you to receive the May’s tuition refund.
If you find it necessary to withdraw your child after April 1, May’s tuition will not be refundable.
METHODIST DAY SCHOOL POLICIES AND PROTOCOLS FOR EPIDEMIC/PANDEMIC RESPONSE: https://documentcloud.adobe.com/link/review?uri=urn:aaid:scds:US:e585db86-5807-42a3-a911-3839e364d0db
CLASS TIME: Monday/Friday- 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
CLASS TIME: Tuesday/Thursday- 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
CLASS TIME: Tuesday through Thursday -9:00 AM to 2:00PM (except Wednesday which is 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM)
CLASS TIME: Monday through Friday 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM (except Wednesday which is 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM)
EXTENDED DAY OPTIONS
We are pleased to announce we are now adding optional “Before Care” and/or “After Care” hours to our school day. This program is intended to provide before and after school care for currently enrolled Methodist Day School students. Extended care is open M/T/Th/F (unless otherwise noted) from 8:00am -8:55am and from 2:00pm – 4:00pm. Extended Day hours on Wednesdays for preschoolers and bridge class is from 8:00am – 8:55am and 1from 12:00pm – 4:00pm.
For fees and more information about extended care hours, please click HERE.
DUE TO COVID-19, NO VOLUNTEERS WILL BE ALLOWED IN OUR BUILDING.
Office Support Staff: Smiling faces are needed to help file papers, make labels, make copies, answer the phones and greet those entering the Day School.
Classroom Helpers will assist preschool children in center time (“Open Door”), host parties, and provide basic classroom support as needed by teaching staff.
Teacher Appreciation: Our staff is the greatest and we love to organize breakfasts, lunches, and other treats to say”thanks” for their work with the children.
“Able Bodied Helpers” may find themselves assisting with picture days, petting zoo, walking children to class during the first days, or painting t-shirts!
Take Home Projects are available for those who have kid or work obligations that prevent them from coming to the Day School.
Do you play the guitar, quilt, scuba-dive? Bring your gear and talk to the kids about it!
All Day School volunteers must have a current background check on file with the Day School BEFORE volunteering with the children. These forms must be completed and turned in each year.CLICK HERE FOR THE FORM:background check MDS
Stop by, pick up a meal and the Methodist Day School benefits by your dining out at Chick-fil-A Spirit Events. Tell the cashier that you are representing the Methodist Day School, request your receipt and place it in the designated box on the counter. 10% of the “Day School” sales will be awarded to our school!
The Chick-Fil-A is located at: 6174 Hwy. 6 at FM 1092 in Missouri City.
Spirit Lunches are the first Wednesday of each month from 11:00 AM-2:00 PM:
During each school year, the Methodist Day School provides the following mission opportunities for the children:
Fall “Food Train” – a food drive that benefits the East Fort Bend Human Needs Ministry.
Toy Drive – held each December. Children present gifts that are donated to a local Title 1 elementary school.
Pet Fair – In conjunction with our annual “Pet Fair” (when our pets come to school!), children are encouraged to bring pet food and supplies which are donated to an animal shelter in our community.
Spring Food Drive – focuses on “kid-friendly” summertime foods such as peanut butter, macaroni and cheese and boxed juice. Food items are donated to the East Fort Bend Human Needs Ministry.
IMPORTANT REGISTRATION INFORMATION
-PLEASE READ CAREFULLY-
Next year will be the Day School’s 49th year of ministry and we are so glad you are considering being a part of our school.
Please be sure to carefully read the Registration Procedures and let the Administrative Office know if you need clarification on any of the procedures.
The Day School’s waiting list policy considers many factors when determining who will move from a waiting list to a classroom spot. The order of children on a class waiting list does not necessarily guarantee classroom placement. Church membership, having a sibling who is a preschooler, having a sibling who is enrolled in the program, current enrollment in the program, or being an alumni family of the school are examples of other factors considered in prioritizing who will move to a classroom spot. These particular considerations are not exhaustive and other factors may be considered and are left to the discretion of the Day School Administrative Staff. A waiting list for a particular class will not be started until the class is full. The waiting list is good only for the current school year and does not transfer into another year.
All fees are approved by the Methodist Day School Board.
Tuition is based on the number of school days in the entire school year for each program (CDO Monday/Friday & CDO Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday, Preschool, and Bridge).
The year’s total tuition is divided by 9 months to determine monthly payment.
A registration fee of $225 per child, a supply/technology fee of $75 per child and May 2022 tuition must be paid when registering.
Tuition is payable by the year, semester, or month and is due on or before the first school day of each month.
School closings/holidays are pre-calculated in the tuition rates and there are no credits given for children’s absences or unscheduled school closings. Registration fee and May 2020 tuition will be paid when returning registration forms.
ALL ACCOUNTS MUST BE CURRENT FOR A CHILD TO REGISTER FOR THE NEXT SCHOOL YEAR (including late fees).
To keep tuition rates reasonable, families will have the opportunity to provide consumable donations to the school such as tissue, paper towels, baby wipes, batteries, etc. Be on the lookout for more information in the Fall!
Thank you for your continued support of the ministry of the Methodist Day School of First United Methodist Church.
2021-2022 Registration Information
The following program changes have been made to the 2021-2022 school year:
Click HERE for the entire Registration Packet including EXTENDED CARE HOURS AND INFORMATION!
We will observe MOST Fort Bend Independent School District weather or national emergencies. School closings/holidays are pre-calculated in the tuition rates and there are no credits given for children’s absences or unscheduled school closings. Dates subject to change.
Important Dates 2021 – 2022
We will observe MOST Fort Bend Independent School District weather or national emergencies. School closings/holidays are pre-calculated in the tuition rates and there are no credits given for children’s absences or unscheduled school closings. Dates subject to change.
The Methodist Day School is currently accepting applications for permanent and substitute teachers and caregivers to work with children ages 6 months through 5 years.
While prior experience with young children is desirable, it is not necessary. Our current staff members have diverse vocational backgrounds ranging from business, nursing, and social work as well as education. The one thing we all share is a love for children and the desire to be in ministry for the sake of those children. This is a ministry of First United Methodist Church Missouri City and staff members are professing Christians. Fluency in English is required for these positions. All other training will be provided.
Hours of employment are 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM and we observe the FBISD school closings calendar. This is a great part-time opportunity for moms who want to work while their kids are in school or anyone who desires meaningful, part-time employment.
Prospective employees must complete an employment application and affidavit prior to being considered for a job position. The affidavit can be notarized when employment application is delivered. You will be asked to provide a photo id and social security card.
CLICK HERE FOR AN EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION: Application and cover letter
CLICK HERE FOR AN EMPLOYMENT AFFIDAVIT: Affidavit for employment 2018
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