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In Anchorage, the Child Development Center provides full-day, year-round child care for children between the ages of 19 months to five years. The Center has an open enrollment policy with a sliding tuition scale to benefit low-income families. The Center is licensed by the Municipality of Anchorage. In 2009, 50 children were served by the Center, and six transitioned to kindergarten. A Parent Council promotes family involvement in the Center’s activities and events. The Center continues to maintain its participation in the Strengthening Families Initiative aimed at eliminating child abuse and neglect. RurAL CAP CDC believes that a child’s growth at the Center must be understood and built upon by the family. To achieve this goal, RurAL CAP CDC encourages involvement of families in experiences created at the Center by inviting family members to use their special talents and skills towards the quality of the program. Family members may become deeply involved in the decision-making through interview committees for hiring caregivers, or participating in writing policies. Family members are also welcome to participate in all aspects of the program, from classroom activities to the annual garage sale fundraiser. The RurAL CAP CDC is an active sponsor in community events and offers many opportunities for a richer appreciation of young children's needs and how to satisfy them. Events include parent activity nights, the Fur Rondy “Beyond Playdough” child activity days, advocacy for children’s issues in the community, and cooperation with other programs, including but not limited to: Foster Grandparents, Programs for Infants and Children, and the Anchorage School District Preschool Special Education Program. RurAL CAP CDC Values • Small group sizes and low caregiver to child ratios • A family atmosphere with individual attention • Consistent, fair and respectful treatment • Loving caregivers • Open communication between Center personnel and families • Family involvement • Developing self-control and self-help skills • Fun Services The Child Development Center is open Monday through Friday from 7:00 am – 6:30 pm. CDC is licensed by the Municipality of Anchorage to care for up to 30 children, ages 19 months to six years. The Toddler classrooom also known as the "Busy Bees" serves children 19 months to 36 months. The preschool classroom, "Dolphins" serves children 36 months to kindergarten eligible. CurriculumThe Center's Teaching staff provides children with a wide variety of early childhood activities related to physical, cognitive, social and emotional development. Weekly lesson plans are created by the children's interest and developmental levels. Teaching staff communicate daily with families in written and verbal form to ensure teamwork in educating children. The Center also provides meals on sites, including morning and afternoon snacks, as well as lunch. Meals are served family style and staff join the children to help model good eating habits and table manners. All families are welcome to join us for lunch on any day of the week. For more information contact: Mary Gibson, Child Development ManagerPhone: (907) 278-0068
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