ICC is required by law to report suspected physical, sexual, or emotional abuse, neglect, or exploitation to Child Protective Services immediately. We are not required to notify parents.

Occasionally a child may have difficulty adjusting to the program. If a child is creating a hazard to him or herself or to others, or when teachers must devote an inordinate amount of attention to that one child over a period of time, ICC care may be terminated. Any persistent behaviors that interfere with the function of the program and the safety needs of children and staff will be considered grounds for termination.

The following steps will be observed prior to termination of enrollment:

  Teachers and the Staff Director will have frequent, on-going communication with parents.

  Teacher and the Staff Director will observe and document child's behavior.

  The Staff Director will investigate with parents/guardians possible medical/physical reasons.

  The Staff Director and staff will discuss and implement positive approaches to dealing with the behavior.

  An outside resource person will be consulted and asked to observe the child, with parent permission.

  Director and teachers will follow through to document implementation of suggestions from outside resources.

  If there has been no change in the disruptive behavior within the agreed upon time limits, the child's enrollment at ICC may be terminated.