Methodist Day School

“Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it.” (Proverbs 22:6)

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.

REGISTRATION INFORMATION FOR THE 2023 – 2024 SCHOOL YEAR!

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FAQ's and INFORMATION

ABOUT

About the Day School

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.

Our Goal

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.

Our Administration

Sarah McCoy, Director (smccoy@fumcmc.org)

Stephanie Gabino, Assistant Director (sgabino@fumcmc.org)

Telephone: 281.499.2581

Office Hours (school year):

8:00am until 4:00pm Monday through Friday

REGISTRATION & FEES

MDS Registration

IMPORTANT REGISTRATION INFORMATION

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Methodist Day School Programs / Fees 2023-2024

CHILDREN’S DAY OUT (CDO):

CLASS TIME: Mondays and Fridays- 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM

Ages: 6 months by September 1, 2023 through 4 years (Birth certificate required)
Registration Fees: A non-refundable registration fee of $225 and a supply fee of $75.00 are due at the time of registration. May 2024 tuition is also due at the time of registration.
Monthly Tuition: CDO Monday/Friday $250.00. Crib Monday/Friday $265.00. Due the first CDO of each month.

CLASS TIME: Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays- 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM

Ages: 6 months by September 1, 2023 through 2 years (Birth certificate required)
Registration Fees: A non-refundable registration fee of $225 and a supply fee of $75.00 are due at the time of registration. May 2024 tuition is also due at the time of registration.
Monthly Tuition: CDO $375.00. Crib $390. Due the first CDO of each month.

PRESCHOOL:

CLASS TIME: Tuesday through Thursday -9:00 AM to 2:00PM

Ages: 3 and 4 years old as of September 1, 2023 (Birth certificate required)
All children must be potty trained and able to manage clothing and wiping independently
Registration Fees: A non-refundable registration fee of $225 and a supply fee of $75.00 are due at the time of registration. May 2024 tuition is also due at the time of registration.
Monthly Tuition: $375 . Due the first school day of each month.

KINDERGARTEN:

CLASS TIME: Monday through Friday -9:00 AM to 2:00PM

Ages: 5 years old as of September 1, 2023 (Birth certificate required)
All children must be potty trained and able to manage clothing and wiping independently
Registration Fees: A non-refundable registration fee of $225 and a supply fee of $75.00 are due at the time of registration. May 2024 tuition is also due at the time of registration.
Monthly Tuition: $625 . Due the first school day of each month.

EXTENDED DAY:

Extended care is open Monday through Friday (unless otherwise noted) from 8:00am – 9:00am and from 2:00pm – 4:00pm.

For fees and more information about extended care hours, please click HERE or call the Day School at 281-499-2581.

FORMS AND LINKS

School Forms

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).

CDO REGISTRATION FORM: 2023 CDO Registration Form

PRESCHOOL REGISTRATION FORM: 2023 Preschool Registration Form

KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION FORM: 2023 Kindergarten Form

EXTENDED DAY INFORMATION: Extended Day

BACK TO SCHOOL FORMS – The following forms should not be returned to school until Forms Day in August 2023.

MEDICAL FORM (REQUIRED FOR ALL CHILDREN): 2023 Medical Form

CRIB ROOM INTRODUCTION FORM (Dates of birth are 9/1/2022-2/29/2023): Crib Room Introduction Form

CHILDREN’S DAY OUT INTRODUCTION FORM (Dates of birth are 9/1/2020-3/1/2022): Children’s Day Out Introduction Form

PRESCHOOL (3 and 4 YEAR OLDS) INTRODUCTION FORM (Dates of birth are 9/1/2018-8/31/2020): Preschool Introduction Form

KINDERGARTEN INTRODUCTION FORM (dates of birth are 9/1/2017-8/31/2018): Kindergarten Introduction Form

Methodist Day School Policies and Protocols for Pandemic/Epidemic Response: Policies and Protocols

PICK-UP FORM: Pick Up Form

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

Helpful Links

POLICIES

Enrollment Requirements

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 Policy

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.

New students will not be enrolled after March 1.

INVOLVEMENT

Parent Participation

Volunteer Opportunities

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!

Volunteering

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 the link for the volunteer form:Background Check MDS

Mission Opportunities

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.

DATES

HOLIDAYS/SCHOOL CLOSURES

Important Dates 2022 – 2023

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.

EMPLOYMENT

Employment Opportunities

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

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