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MDO is a place where children learn and grow. Each child learns to trust
that other adults can and will take care of his or her emotional and physical
needs. At MDO, the child finds a comfortable place within both small and
large groups. Our program provides each child with an opportunity to interact
with his or her peers, as well as to participate in activities that promote
cognitive, social and physical development in a relaxed, nurturing, and
supportive atmosphere. At MDO, PLAY is the vehicle through which children
learn.
MDO is also a community that serves the needs of children and their
families and provides support not only to its own families, but also supports
the neighborhood around us with our community outreach programs.
MDO's Goals:
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To provide a safe and nurturing environment for children to learn and play.
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To provide experienced teachers who will stimulate the children's interest
in learning and cultivate the children's success.
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To establish a partnership with parents.
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To provide a dedicated decision-making body within the framework of the
Board of Directors for continued support, assessment and improvement of
the program.
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To foster a positive relationship with Peachtree Baptist Church.
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To continue to serve the needs of the community through existing programs
and to explore ways to better meet community needs.
Funding for the program comes from two sources: tuition/fees, and fundraising.
MDO's operating budget is funded solely by tuition and fees; the budget
covers salaries, rent, office and classroom supplies, staff development
and training, a cleaning service, insurance, etc. Money generated by the
Board's fundraising activities - our annual Auction and Morningside Kids'
Market consignment sale - supports music, curriculum enrichment,
creative movement, science classes, additional classroom equipment, social
events, and special projects.
Registration for the coming year occurs during the spring of the preceding
year. Current enrollees are given first priority, followed by siblings
of current or past enrollees, children who have been wait-listed, and members
of Peachtree Baptist Church. Registration is then opened to the general
public. A non-refundable registration fee of $100 is due at the time of
registration. One month's tuition is collected in May of the preceding
year at the time registration is guaranteed, and is credited towards the
following May tuition payment. This payment is refunded if a family moves
out of the area and thirty days' written notice of withdrawal is given
to the director.
School begins the day after Labor Day and ends just before Memorial
Day. MDO is closed for holiday breaks on a schedule that coincides
with the Atlanta City School system. A summer program is scheduled during
the summer months.
Hours of operation:
Monday through Friday
9:30 am - 1:30 pm
Explore our web site for more information about classes, fees, and programs.
For more information please call our office at (404)634-5889.
We'd like to get to know you!
Morningside Day Out
P.O. Box 8986
Atlanta, Georgia 31106
tel. 404-634-5889
fax 404-634-5819
Cindy@MorningsideDayOut.org
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