{"id":7756,"date":"2026-07-09T12:48:51","date_gmt":"2026-07-09T19:48:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/web.dusd.net\/leap\/?page_id=7756"},"modified":"2026-07-23T16:12:32","modified_gmt":"2026-07-23T23:12:32","slug":"family-guide","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/web.dusd.net\/leap\/family-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Leap Family Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; module_class=&#8221;header&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; use_background_color_gradient=&#8221;on&#8221; background_color_gradient_direction=&#8221;118deg&#8221; background_color_gradient_stops=&#8221;#00aa41 0%|rgba(0, 170, 65, 1) 40%|rgba(255,255,255,0) 93%&#8221; background_color_gradient_overlays_image=&#8221;on&#8221; background_color_gradient_start=&#8221;#00aa41&#8243; background_color_gradient_start_position=&#8221;51%&#8221; background_color_gradient_end=&#8221;rgba(255,255,255,0)&#8221; background_color_gradient_end_position=&#8221;87%&#8221; background_image=&#8221;https:\/\/web.dusd.net\/leap\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/74\/2024\/05\/2024_leap-header.jpg&#8221; background_size=&#8221;contain&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_right&#8221; background_last_edited=&#8221;on|desktop&#8221; background_size_phone=&#8221;custom&#8221; background_image_height_phone=&#8221;200px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; text_font=&#8221;||||||||&#8221; text_text_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; background_layout=&#8221;dark&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h1>Leap Family Guide<\/h1>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_3,2_3&#8243; use_custom_gutter=&#8221;on&#8221; gutter_width=&#8221;2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/web.dusd.net\/leap\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/74\/2026\/01\/3.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;Little 3 year old girl wearing LEAP shirt in a slide.&#8221; title_text=&#8221;3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||1rem||false|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_button button_url=&#8221;https:\/\/web.dusd.net\/leap\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/74\/2026\/07\/26-27-Leap-Handbook.pdf&#8221; url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221; button_text=&#8221;Download the Complete Leap Handbook (PDF)&#8221; button_alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_button=&#8221;on&#8221; button_text_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; custom_margin=&#8221;||1rem||false|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;2_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<strong>Leap operates from 8:00 a.m. &#8211; 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday<\/strong>, in alignment with the Downey Unified School District calendar. Extended Care is also available for an additional cost.<\/p>\n<p>Children must be 3 years of age and fully potty trained. Students age-eligible for TK, which would be turning 4-years-old on or before September 1st, may enroll in TK at one of our elementary schools.<\/p>\n<p>All our classes have one Instructor with one assistant throughout the day. There are always two adults in each classroom of children.<\/p>\n<p>Registration and enrollment procedures, as well as tuition payments, are handled online through Q Parent Connect.<\/p>\n<p>Questions and assistance with registration, enrollment, or payments can be provided by the Leap Office at (562) 904-3571.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_4,3_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_icon font_icon=&#8221;&#xf02c;||fa||900&#8243; icon_color=&#8221;#00AA41&#8243; icon_width=&#8221;70px&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_icon][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;3_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||24px|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3>Tuition<\/h3>\n<p>A<span>\u00a0<\/span><strong data-start=\"808\" data-end=\"843\">$125 registration fee per child<\/strong><span>\u00a0<\/span>is due at enrollment each school year. Tuition is paid in<span>\u00a0<\/span><strong data-start=\"902\" data-end=\"939\">10 scheduled monthly installments<\/strong><span>\u00a0<\/span>throughout the school year. Monthly tuition is automatically processed on the<span>\u00a0<\/span><strong data-start=\"1018\" data-end=\"1041\">first of each month<\/strong>. Please see the tuition <a href=\"https:\/\/web.dusd.net\/leap\/pricing\/\">here<\/a> for payment dates and amounts.<\/p>\n<p><em>Families who enroll more than one child will receive 10% off the cost of the second tuition.<\/em><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_4,3_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_icon font_icon=&#8221;&#xf1da;||fa||900&#8243; icon_color=&#8221;#00AA41&#8243; icon_width=&#8221;70px&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_icon][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;3_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||21px|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3>Extended Care<\/h3>\n<p>Leap will provide Extended Before School and\/or After School Care for an additional fee. Our Leap Assistants will be the daily caretakers.<\/p>\n<p>Before School Care is from 7:30- 8:00 a.m., and After School Care is from 4:00-5:00 p.m.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Additional Fees:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>$12.50\/week for morning (30 minutes)<\/li>\n<li>$25.00\/week for afternoon (1 hour)<\/li>\n<li>$37.50\/week for both (1.5 hours)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_4,3_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_icon font_icon=&#8221;&#xf805;||fa||900&#8243; icon_color=&#8221;#00AA41&#8243; icon_width=&#8221;70px&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_icon][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;3_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||24px|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3>School Lunch<\/h3>\n<p>Downey Unified\u2019s Food Services Department prepares and packages nutritious, balanced lunches for those Leap students who would like to participate in the meal program.<\/p>\n<p>Lunches are available for an additional cost of <strong>$6.50 per day<\/strong> and will be billed on the first of each month along with tuition.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_4,3_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_icon font_icon=&#8221;&#xf518;||fa||900&#8243; icon_color=&#8221;#00AA41&#8243; icon_width=&#8221;70px&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_icon][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;3_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||24px|||&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h3>Curriculum<\/h3>\n<p>The Early Learning Program uses <em>the California Preschool\/Transitional Kindergarten Learning Foundations (PTKLF)<\/em>, best practices, and Teaching Strategies Creative Curriculum for Preschool. 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Open communication helps us better support your child&#8217;s growth, development, and success.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"322\" data-end=\"555\">We encourage you to share any information that may affect your child&#8217;s day and to reach out to your child&#8217;s instructor whenever you have questions or concerns. Together, we can create a positive, welcoming experience for every child.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"557\" data-end=\"895\"><strong data-start=\"557\" data-end=\"573\">ParentSquare<\/strong> is Downey Unified&#8217;s primary communication platform for families. Through ParentSquare, you&#8217;ll receive important updates, school announcements, event information, and messages from your child&#8217;s teacher. Information about setting up your ParentSquare account will be provided during the enrollment and verification process.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||7px|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>Guidelines<\/h2>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_2,1_2&#8243; use_custom_gutter=&#8221;on&#8221; gutter_width=&#8221;2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Attendance Procedures&#8221; open_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#004E8E&#8221; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#004E8E&#8221; icon_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; toggle_icon=&#8221;&#x43;||divi||400&#8243; open_icon_color=&#8221;#004E8E&#8221; open_toggle_icon=&#8221;&#x42;||divi||400&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_text_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; title_level=&#8221;h3&#8243; custom_margin=&#8221;||1rem||false|false&#8221; border_radii=&#8221;on|5px|5px|5px|5px&#8221; border_width_all=&#8221;0px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Regular daily attendance is encouraged to maximize the instructional benefits of the program. It is also good practice for families when your child starts TK at the elementary school. Please notify Leap staff if your child will be absent for any reason or if there are any changes in your child\u2019s schedule.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Being Healthy Everyday&#8221; open_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#004E8E&#8221; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#004E8E&#8221; icon_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; toggle_icon=&#8221;&#x43;||divi||400&#8243; open_icon_color=&#8221;#004E8E&#8221; open_toggle_icon=&#8221;&#x42;||divi||400&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_text_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; title_level=&#8221;h3&#8243; custom_margin=&#8221;||1rem||false|false&#8221; border_radii=&#8221;on|5px|5px|5px|5px&#8221; border_width_all=&#8221;0px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Keeping your child healthy is important to us. We will continue to follow the most current guidance set forth by the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health.<\/p>\n<p>To ensure that the health of other children is protected, and additional infection does not develop in your child, we ask you to keep your child home when he or she exhibits one or more of the following symptoms:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A temperature of 100.4 or higher*<\/li>\n<li>Seems nauseated<\/li>\n<li>An undetermined rash<\/li>\n<li>Excessive runny nose and\/or accompanied by other symptoms (other than allergies)<\/li>\n<li>Possible infection<\/li>\n<li>Head lice **<\/li>\n<li>Sore throat<\/li>\n<li>Vomiting*<\/li>\n<li>Diarrhea*<\/li>\n<li>Red or watery eyes<\/li>\n<li>Earache<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>You will be called to pick up your child within 1 hour if any of these symptoms are present while your child is at school. Please have a plan in place to guarantee that your child can be promptly picked up in the event that you receive such a call.<\/strong> In accordance with local regulatory guidelines, to help prevent the spread of disease, your child will be removed from the classroom and kept comfortable (e.g. at the front office) while he or she is waiting to be picked up.<\/p>\n<p>*After an illness, your child must remain at home with no fever, vomiting, or diarrhea (without the aid of any medication) for <strong>at least one full school day<\/strong> before he or she may return to school.<\/p>\n<p>**In the case of head lice, your child must have received a full head lice removal treatment and be free of head lice and eggs before returning to school. 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Dresses and skirts should be worn with shorts underneath.<\/p>\n<p>Please label all clothing and personal belongings with your child&#8217;s name and avoid sending valuable items to school.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Drop Off and Pick Up Without Before\/After School Care&#8221; open_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#004E8E&#8221; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#004E8E&#8221; icon_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; toggle_icon=&#8221;&#x43;||divi||400&#8243; open_icon_color=&#8221;#004E8E&#8221; open_toggle_icon=&#8221;&#x42;||divi||400&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_text_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; title_level=&#8221;h3&#8243; custom_margin=&#8221;||1rem||false|false&#8221; border_radii=&#8221;on|5px|5px|5px|5px&#8221; border_width_all=&#8221;0px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><strong>Dropping students off at school:<\/strong><br \/>Please park in the back lot. Families will walk students to the arrival\/dismissal gate. Staff will be at the gate to greet students. Students will walk themselves to the classroom with their backpack, water bottle, snack bag, and other items they bring to school. Staff are there for safety and support. We start the day playing on the playground or in the classroom.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Picking up students from the back parking lot:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\"><span>For your child&#8217;s safety, anyone picking up a student must present a valid photo ID until staff becomes familiar with them. Students will only be released to individuals listed on the emergency contact\/authorized pickup form. If someone not listed needs to pick up your child, the parent or guardian must notify Leap staff in advance. Any custody or legal documentation must be kept current, and families should promptly notify staff of any changes. Students will not be released to anyone under 18 years of age.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>To maximize learning time and minimize classroom disruptions, we encourage families to avoid late arrivals and early pick-ups whenever possible. If your child arrives late or needs to leave early, please check in at the Leap office before your child is escorted to or from the classroom. Developing strong attendance habits now helps prepare children for success in TK and kindergarten.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Late Pick Up Policy&#8221; open_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#004E8E&#8221; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#004E8E&#8221; icon_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; toggle_icon=&#8221;&#x43;||divi||400&#8243; open_icon_color=&#8221;#004E8E&#8221; open_toggle_icon=&#8221;&#x42;||divi||400&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_text_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; title_level=&#8221;h3&#8243; custom_margin=&#8221;||1rem||false|false&#8221; border_radii=&#8221;on|5px|5px|5px|5px&#8221; border_width_all=&#8221;0px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Children attending the regular school day, must be picked up by 4:00 pm. Children enrolled in the Extended Care program must be picked up by 5:00 pm. 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Downey Unified School District reserves the right to terminate services after 3 late pick-ups.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Restroom\/Toileting&#8221; open_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#004E8E&#8221; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#004E8E&#8221; icon_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; toggle_icon=&#8221;&#x43;||divi||400&#8243; open_icon_color=&#8221;#004E8E&#8221; open_toggle_icon=&#8221;&#x42;||divi||400&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_text_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; title_level=&#8221;h3&#8243; custom_margin=&#8221;||1rem||false|false&#8221; border_radii=&#8221;on|5px|5px|5px|5px&#8221; border_width_all=&#8221;0px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Leap students must be completely potty-trained. This includes the awareness to ask to use the bathroom without reminders, the ability to manage clothing independently, wipe appropriately, flush, and wash hands without assistance. Please do not send children to school in diapers, pull-ups, or training pants.<br \/>To ensure safety, children are always supervised, including in the restroom.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Birthday Recognition&#8221; open_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#004E8E&#8221; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#004E8E&#8221; icon_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; toggle_icon=&#8221;&#x43;||divi||400&#8243; open_icon_color=&#8221;#004E8E&#8221; open_toggle_icon=&#8221;&#x42;||divi||400&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_text_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; title_level=&#8221;h3&#8243; custom_margin=&#8221;||1rem||false|false&#8221; border_radii=&#8221;on|5px|5px|5px|5px&#8221; border_width_all=&#8221;0px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>We understand that not all families recognize birthdays or celebrate in the same manner, and we strive to respect individual differences. For those who do celebrate, birthdays are important events children love to share with their friends. We are always eager to build your child\u2019s self-esteem, and birthday recognition at school creates a moment to remember. Please communicate with your child\u2019s Instructor regarding any classroom plans for birthday recognition.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Nut Free Notification&#8221; open_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#004E8E&#8221; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#004E8E&#8221; icon_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; toggle_icon=&#8221;&#x43;||divi||400&#8243; open_icon_color=&#8221;#004E8E&#8221; open_toggle_icon=&#8221;&#x42;||divi||400&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_text_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; title_level=&#8221;h3&#8243; custom_margin=&#8221;||1rem||false|false&#8221; border_radii=&#8221;on|5px|5px|5px|5px&#8221; border_width_all=&#8221;0px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>If any individuals possess a nut allergy, classrooms and eating areas will be deemed \u201cnut-free zones. &#8221; This means that all necessary precautions will be taken to ensure the health and safety of children who may be allergic to nuts and nut products of any kind. Leap staff will comply with the request for a \u201cnut-free\u201d environment by avoiding the use of nuts and peanut butter in a craft and\/or cooking project. If necessary, we would appreciate your cooperation in providing a \u201cnut-free\u201d environment in our Early Education classes through the following: \u2022 Please do not send snacks for your child or treats for the classroom that contain any kind of nuts or peanut butter \u2022 Reinforce with your child that there is to be no sharing of food or drink<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Lost and Found&#8221; open_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#004E8E&#8221; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#004E8E&#8221; icon_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; toggle_icon=&#8221;&#x43;||divi||400&#8243; open_icon_color=&#8221;#004E8E&#8221; open_toggle_icon=&#8221;&#x42;||divi||400&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_text_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; title_level=&#8221;h3&#8243; custom_margin=&#8221;||1rem||false|false&#8221; border_radii=&#8221;on|5px|5px|5px|5px&#8221; border_width_all=&#8221;0px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Please label all personal belongings with your child\u2019s first and last name. If necessary, check with the teacher and assistant teachers for help in locating any lost items. Throughout the school year, our staff will periodically collect any unclaimed items (sweaters, jackets, toys, etc.) and donate them to a local organization. Every effort will be made to notify students and family members to check for lost items (without a label) before such a donation.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Custody&#8221; open_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#004E8E&#8221; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#004E8E&#8221; icon_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; toggle_icon=&#8221;&#x43;||divi||400&#8243; open_icon_color=&#8221;#004E8E&#8221; open_toggle_icon=&#8221;&#x42;||divi||400&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_text_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; title_level=&#8221;h3&#8243; custom_margin=&#8221;||1rem||false|false&#8221; border_radii=&#8221;on|5px|5px|5px|5px&#8221; border_width_all=&#8221;0px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>We encourage adult caregivers to provide us with a copy of the most current custodial information and documentation to keep on file. In the event of a dispute, our policy is to honor any written court dictated arrangements regarding drop-off and or pick-up of your child to and from school.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; module_id=&#8221;faq&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; background_color=&#8221;#f2f2f2&#8243; background_blend=&#8221;multiply&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;38px|0px|29px|0px|false|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||0px|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_2,1_2&#8243; use_custom_gutter=&#8221;on&#8221; gutter_width=&#8221;2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;What is the schedule for Leap?&#8221; open_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; closed_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#00b3e3&#8243; icon_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; use_icon_font_size=&#8221;on&#8221; icon_font_size=&#8221;30px&#8221; open_icon_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; open_use_icon_font_size=&#8221;on&#8221; open_icon_font_size=&#8221;30px&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; title_font=&#8221;||||||||&#8221; title_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; border_radii=&#8221;on|20px|20px|20px|20px&#8221; border_width_all=&#8221;0px&#8221; border_color_all=&#8221;#004E8E&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Starting Fall 2026, our program will run Monday through Friday from 7:30 am &#8211; 5:00 pm. There are no half-day or 2\/3 day options at this time.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Is Leap a year-round school?&#8221; open_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; closed_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#00b3e3&#8243; icon_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; use_icon_font_size=&#8221;on&#8221; icon_font_size=&#8221;30px&#8221; open_icon_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; open_use_icon_font_size=&#8221;on&#8221; open_icon_font_size=&#8221;30px&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; title_font=&#8221;||||||||&#8221; title_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; border_radii=&#8221;on|20px|20px|20px|20px&#8221; border_width_all=&#8221;0px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;] Leap follows Downey Unified\u2019s school calendar and runs from August to June.[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;How old should my child be to be enrolled in Leap?&#8221; open_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; closed_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#00b3e3&#8243; icon_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; use_icon_font_size=&#8221;on&#8221; icon_font_size=&#8221;30px&#8221; open_icon_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; open_use_icon_font_size=&#8221;on&#8221; open_icon_font_size=&#8221;30px&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; title_font=&#8221;||||||||&#8221; title_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; border_radii=&#8221;on|20px|20px|20px|20px&#8221; border_width_all=&#8221;0px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><span>Children must be 3 years old and fully potty trained.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>We encourage families to enroll in TK or Kindergarten once students are age-eligible.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Birthday criteria for the 2026\u20132027 school year:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span>Transitional Kindergarten (TK) is designed for students who turn 5 years old on or after September 2, 2026, and before June 2, 2027.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>TK Birthdate: 9\/2\/21 \u2013 6-2\/22<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>Kindergarten students must be 5 years old before September 2, 2026.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>\u00a0<\/span><span>Kindergarten Birthdate: 9\/2\/20 \u2013 9\/1\/21<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Does my child have to be potty trained?&#8221; open_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; closed_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#00b3e3&#8243; icon_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; use_icon_font_size=&#8221;on&#8221; icon_font_size=&#8221;30px&#8221; open_icon_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; open_use_icon_font_size=&#8221;on&#8221; open_icon_font_size=&#8221;30px&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; title_font=&#8221;||||||||&#8221; title_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; border_radii=&#8221;on|20px|20px|20px|20px&#8221; border_width_all=&#8221;0px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Yes. It is required that your child is potty trained before entering this program.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What does &#8220;fully potty trained&#8221; mean?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span>Children must be completely toilet trained. This includes the awareness to ask and use the bathroom without reminders, ability to manage clothing without help, ability to wipe appropriately, flush, and wash hands without assistance.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Will lunch be provided?&#8221; open_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; closed_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#00b3e3&#8243; icon_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; use_icon_font_size=&#8221;on&#8221; icon_font_size=&#8221;30px&#8221; open_icon_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; open_use_icon_font_size=&#8221;on&#8221; open_icon_font_size=&#8221;30px&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; title_font=&#8221;||||||||&#8221; title_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; border_radii=&#8221;on|20px|20px|20px|20px&#8221; border_width_all=&#8221;0px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Upon registration, parents can elect to purchase lunch. Lunches are $6.50 per day, charged monthly. Students are also welcome to bring their own meals. <\/span><\/p>\n<p>Students enjoy a morning and afternoon snack each day. Families are asked to provide two snacks, along with a refillable water bottle to keep students hydrated.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Is there before and after school care available?&#8221; open_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; closed_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#00b3e3&#8243; icon_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; use_icon_font_size=&#8221;on&#8221; icon_font_size=&#8221;30px&#8221; open_icon_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; open_use_icon_font_size=&#8221;on&#8221; open_icon_font_size=&#8221;30px&#8221; disabled_on=&#8221;off|off|off&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; title_font=&#8221;||||||||&#8221; title_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; border_radii=&#8221;on|20px|20px|20px|20px&#8221; border_width_all=&#8221;0px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Yes, for an additional cost, your child can be enrolled in the Before and\/or After School Extended Care programs led by our very own Downey Unified staff.<\/p>\n<p>Before School Care is from 7:30-8:00 a.m. and After School Care is from 4:00-5:00 p.m.<\/p>\n<p><u>Additional Fees<\/u>:<br \/>$12.50\/week for morning (30 minutes)<br \/>$25.00\/week for afternoon (1 hour)<br \/>$37.50\/week for both (1.5 hours)<\/p>\n<p>Families must log in to <strong>Q Parent Connect <\/strong>to opt-in for Extended School Care (AM, PM or Both) <strong>upon Registration<\/strong> for the first portion of the school year, August 14 through December 20.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;What is the cost of this program?&#8221; open_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; closed_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#00b3e3&#8243; icon_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; use_icon_font_size=&#8221;on&#8221; icon_font_size=&#8221;30px&#8221; open_icon_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; open_use_icon_font_size=&#8221;on&#8221; open_icon_font_size=&#8221;30px&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; title_font=&#8221;||||||||&#8221; title_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; border_radii=&#8221;on|20px|20px|20px|20px&#8221; border_width_all=&#8221;0px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>There is an annual $125 registration fee per student. Tuition is billed monthly. Please see the Pricing page fora monthly tuition breakdown. For families that enroll more than one child, Leap offers a 10% discount on the second tuition.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Is there a discount for enrolling more than one child in a school year?&#8221; open_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; closed_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#00b3e3&#8243; icon_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; use_icon_font_size=&#8221;on&#8221; icon_font_size=&#8221;30px&#8221; open_icon_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; open_use_icon_font_size=&#8221;on&#8221; open_icon_font_size=&#8221;30px&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.21.0&#8243; title_font=&#8221;||||||||&#8221; title_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; border_radii=&#8221;on|20px|20px|20px|20px&#8221; border_width_all=&#8221;0px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Yes, for families that enroll more than one child, Leap offers a discount which would take 10% off the cost of the second tuition.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Is there a registration fee?&#8221; open_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; closed_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#00b3e3&#8243; icon_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; use_icon_font_size=&#8221;on&#8221; icon_font_size=&#8221;30px&#8221; open_icon_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; open_use_icon_font_size=&#8221;on&#8221; open_icon_font_size=&#8221;30px&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; title_font=&#8221;||||||||&#8221; title_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; border_radii=&#8221;on|20px|20px|20px|20px&#8221; border_width_all=&#8221;0px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Yes. There is an annual $125 registration fee, per child.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Do I pay a registration fee for each child?&#8221; open_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; closed_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#00b3e3&#8243; icon_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; use_icon_font_size=&#8221;on&#8221; icon_font_size=&#8221;30px&#8221; open_icon_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; open_use_icon_font_size=&#8221;on&#8221; open_icon_font_size=&#8221;30px&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; title_font=&#8221;||||||||&#8221; title_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; border_radii=&#8221;on|20px|20px|20px|20px&#8221; border_width_all=&#8221;0px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Yes. The annual $125 registration fee is per child.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Are there any additional fees or materials that need to be bought that are not included in the tuition?&#8221; open_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; closed_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#00b3e3&#8243; icon_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; use_icon_font_size=&#8221;on&#8221; icon_font_size=&#8221;30px&#8221; open_icon_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; open_use_icon_font_size=&#8221;on&#8221; open_icon_font_size=&#8221;30px&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; title_font=&#8221;||||||||&#8221; title_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; border_radii=&#8221;on|20px|20px|20px|20px&#8221; border_width_all=&#8221;0px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>All necessary materials and supplies are covered within the cost of tuition and provided so students can fully participate.<\/p>\n<p><span data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">We ask that you send your student with a refillable water bottle each day, as well as provide a toddler sheet and anything else that helps your child sleep.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Leap Family Guide\u00a0Leap operates from 8:00 a.m. &#8211; 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, in alignment with the Downey Unified School District calendar. 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