Well, here we go talking yet again about cell phone use. Yes, sad to say we must address the fact that they are becoming an issue in daycare. “Sigh!” We’ve been noticing that some parents are now talking on their cells as they drop off and pick up their children. Just a reminder here to please save the call for later as it would be greatly appreciated. Caregivers should not feel they are imposing on your conversation as they are trying to speak with you. More importantly, your child shouldn’t feel that he/she is being a bother at that point either as they try to say hello or goodbye.
There have also been incidents where a parent arrives through the door after closing time because they are engrossed in conversation out in their car. Now THAT certainly doesn’t go over well. The big plus for cell phones is that you can call the center in case you’re stuck in traffic or an emergency came up. Be sure you have the daycare’s number stored on your phone.
On the other side, a parent should not walk in and find the teachers texting and talking on their phones either! If you notice this happening on a consistent basis, you have every right to inform the director.
Thank goodness they don’t make cell phones for preschoolers, huh? Don’t give anyone the idea!
~ Jackie & Jo-Jo
