Choices For Children Day School

Infant-toddler program: with ratios of 1:4, the staff provides guidance in a safe and secure environment where a child can achieve fine and gross motor skills. Children feel safe and secure with individual interaction and feeding. Developmentally appropriate toys are used to instill self confidence. Cognitive development is achieved with appropriiate music, communication, and attention by teachers certified in child development. In the past year, a total of 36 students were served, with 27 (75%) from low income/single family households, and 26 (72%) were minority students, i.e. Hispanic, black, native american, etc. Major support is from nm children, youth, and families department.

Child care food program: healthy, balanced breakfasts, lunches, and snacks are provided year round, five days a week. Meals are prepared on-site in a health department certified and inspected kitchen. Menus are nutritiously planned according to the department of agriculture guidelines by a full- time cook. Children eat family style, with the children making personal food choices, communicating about nourishment, and passing the food around the table serving themselves. In the past year, 87 students were served nutritious meals, with 68 (78%) of the students coming from low income/single family households, and 67 (77%) were minority students. The nm child & adult care food program helps support this program.