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A warm, warm welcome to Birch Extended Day! We're glad you're here!
Meet the Birch Extended Day Staff!


STEPHANIE
KANE-BURBACK
(pictured here with hubby Mike & pup Luna)

SITE SUPERVISOR
stephanie.kaneburback@isd624.org
651-653-2784

And, a bit of news - Ms. Stephanie & Mike are expecting their first baby this October - a boy!
Morning Staff: Ms. Sara C, Ms. Pam, Ms. Risa, Ms. Ileana, Ms. Erin and Ms. Val
(Ms. Val will only be with us through the month of September)
Afternoon Staff: Ms. Cindy, Ms. Autumn, Ms. Sarah K, Ms. Ileana, Ms. Jonie, and Ms. Tia
We are so excited to welcome all our families, returning or brand new, to our program at Birch. We are really looking forward to the upcoming year and all the fun things we have planned! We can't wait to meet everyone - it's going to be a blast!

 There is LOADS of information in this email, so even if you have been with us before, please look through and make sure you haven't missed anything!
What Should I Bring the First Day??

A Big Smile! Weather you've been in Extended Day before, or it's your first time - we are so excited to have you hear!

Student Questionnaire ( click here )
T his will help us get to know your child as they begin the school year!

 Authorization for Administration of Medication ( click here )
We only need this form if your child will be using any type of medication during their time with us this school year. It must be signed by a physician. 
Come Prepared for Active Play!

We plan to get the kiddos moving every day! This means some time will be spent in the gym or outside every day! ! We have a terrific Active Play curriculum that we will be using. Ask about "Playworks" if you're interested! Please have your child bring or wear tennis shoes every day. Tennis shoes are required for active play in the gym. There are times when we ALL go outside, so please make sure your children are prepared with jackets or hoodies for chilly mornings and afternoons!
Where To Go and What To Do!
DROP OFF - Mornings!

Come in through Door A, the main Birch doors, and head left to the cafe. Staff will be there to greet you the whole first two weeks. Sign in is done on the iPad. We will be there to make sure all students know what to do and where to go!

If we have all moved to a different space, we will have a sign where to find us. You can have your kiddo grab their magnet and come find us, or you can walk them down - we have families do both things.
**If we are not notified of a PM absence and have to locate your child, you will be charged a $15 Finder's Fee. If you arrive after 6:00 PM to pick your child up you will be charged a late fee.
PICK UP - After School!

Once again, come in through Door A and head to the cafe. Sign out is done on the iPad - PLEASE BE PREPARED TO SHOW AN ID (or let whomever is picking up know to bring one). Until all staff know families, we will ask for an ID to ensure safety for all our kiddos. The whole first two weeks, someone will be in the cafe to greet you.

If we are all in a different space, or you see us outside for recess, we still ask that you go inside to check your student out, grab their things and then come find us (a sign will be out). This is important as if you do not sign your student out, you may be charged a late pickup fee if it does not happen until we close out the site.
Family Tree
Please bring in or email a family photo to add to our family tree! Through the month of September, we will create a family tree and want to see each and every family represented.

Family Recipes
We are looking to learning more about each of our kiddos. As a part of this, we want to create a Birch Lake Extended Day recipe book with family recipes that have been passed down along with the origins of the recipe.

Please drop off your recipe and family photo with any staff and they will make sure it gets to Stephanie.

Pick Your Day Contract Information

Please make sure you enter Pick Your Day contract requests into our Eleyo system at least 7 days  prior to the first day you'd like to to use our child care. If entered after the seven day window, you will be invoiced at the drop in rate. You may pick your days several months in advance, if you know when you will need care.
Did You Know...

That at Extended Day we purposefully and deliberately provide several choices of activities for your children every day? Giving them choices helps them feel like they have power and control over what they do, and this is a big step in growing up. We offer STEM (science, technology, engineering, math), literacy, active play, creative expression, camps, clubs and dramatic play every week. Your child is able to choose from these options based on what sparks his/her interest!   We do go outside EVERY DAY so make sure your kiddo comes prepared!
Drop-In Contract Information

Please enter Drop-in requests into the Eleyo system a minimum of 24 hours in advance. A confirmation email will be sent to you once the request is approved. If you DO NOT receive a confirmation email, the request is not approved. Families are expected to provide communication with the child's classroom teacher of any changes in after-school care arrangements with Extended Day. 
What to do When School is Out?

A complete list of non-school day (NSD) programming options can be found here . These days offer care from 6:30 AM until 6:00 PM and sometimes include a FUN field trip! You can register for these days in Eleyo at any time, remembering to pay attention to the deadlines for registration. The deadlines are also the last date you can withdraw your child from the NSD without being charged. Once a registration deadline has passed, you are not guaranteed childcare and may be put on a wait list.
Upcoming Non-School Days

Tuesday September 3 @ Birch Lake - Registration CLOSED
Wednesday, September 4 @ Birch Lake - K ONLY - Registration CLOSED

Monday, October 7 @ Birch Lake - Register by September 23
Thursday, Oct. 17 & Friday, Oct. 18 @ Otter Lake - Register by October 3
Save the Date for a couple upcoming Family Events!
BearPower Homecoming Celebration 6.24K Family Fun Run/Walk!

Saturday, September 28th

FREE Community Event!

You can find more information, including registration here .
Bounce Back to School
Sponsored by the Birch Lake PTA

Friday, September 20
5:30 - 7:30 PM.

See flyers all around school for more information!
Billing

Tuition should be paid promptly! Auto pay is available via the Eleyo system. Late fees will be assessed to accounts not paid in full- if you have any questions regarding billing, or need assistance getting set up in auto pay, please contact our billing department at CommunityServicesBilling@isd624.org

They can also be reached via phone at 651-407-7511. This is also who you should contact for registration and contract change questions. Reminder: Payments are due on 15th of the month!
Contact Information
Extended Day Coordinator
Christina Anderson / 651-407-7510

Billing Questions?  
Community Services / 651-407-7511
Please let us know via call, e-mail, or in person for any questions or concerns or check out our website by clicking  here.
Can't Wait to See You!
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