As an advisory council to parent participation schools, we offer this checklist to help schools align to the CCPPNS philosophy and policies which are influenced by California employment law, Child Care Licensing, non-profits governance, insurance, and best practices in early childhood education. To apply for CCPPNS membership, click here.
Member Schools of CCPPNS
Must be a California 501(c)(3) non-profit organization
Have a valid California child care license, or license-exempt status if affiliated with an adult school program
Employ teachers that are certified to teach young children in California (For minimum requirements for teachers, site supervisors and directors, click here: California Preschool Teachers)
Carries insurance, including at minimum
General Liability
Directors and Officers
Liability
Property
Student Accident
and Workers Comp insurance coverage
Maintain membership by
paying CCPPNS annual dues
paying regional Council dues, and remain in good standing with their Council
Independent Member (IM) schools pay CCPPNS annual dues, and are encouraged to send a representative to CCPPNS Board meetings annually (choosing from JAB, NAB or SAB - see calendar for dates)
Other best practices include
Provide ample, high-quality opportunities for families to engage in their child’s early learning
Offer safe and stimulating, developmentally appropriate learning environments for young children
School is a nonprofit organization and does not discriminate by race, color, national or ethnic origin, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, disability or status. School admits members of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to members at the school and does not discriminate on any of these bases in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs
School is a nonprofit organization and does not discriminate by race, color, national or ethnic origin, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, disability or status. School admits members of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to members at the school and does not discriminate on any of these bases in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs
School is a nonprofit organization and does not discriminate by race, color, national or ethnic origin, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, disability or status for employment
School is aligned with up-to-date California Employment laws
School with at least one employee or more, is required to conspicuously post up to date labor laws (usually a poster) in an area frequented by all employees
School annually publishes and distributes personnel handbook with clear and legal operating policies and procedures
School annually publishes and distributes membership handbook with clear operating procedures, including terms and conditions of membership, and termination policy
School bylaws are reviewed and re-approved by its own Board of Directors at least every 5 years
School contact CCPPNS Area Vice President, or Area Advisor, (tap here for contact information) for advice regarding conflicts or issues regarding family membership, employee or board disputes, financial discrepancies, questions about school policy
Additional considerations regarding licensing and insurance requirements
Non-enrolled siblings of any age do not fall under the school's insurance policy
A school's professional staff are hired for the sole purpose of teaching enrolled students
Rebounding equipment (bounce houses, trampolines, etc) should not be used by schools, per insurance recommendation
Proof of immunizations are required for all staff
Proof of immunizations are required for all enrolled students -- adults and children
Certain medical exemptions are permitted for enrolled students only, and Dr.'s note must be on file
Annual Flu Shots are required for all adults (staff and adult students), however adult students may submit a waiver
TB tests are required for all adults (staff and adult students), pregnant or nursing women are allowed an extension
Professional staff must have up to date certifications for
Pesticide Management Training, annually
Child Abuse Mandatory Reporting, Sexual Harassment Training, and CPR, each every 2 years