Although our program participated in Paths to Quality when it was initially introduced in 2005, when the program went state wide, we were no longer eligible because of the change in requirements of Ministries needing all 4 of the Voluntary Certification in regards to children's Health, Safety, Nutrition, and Infant and Toddler Care. Although we met many of the indicators on the Voluntary Certification, we had to hold off on our quest of participating in this voluntary rating system due to major remodeling projects that would be required. We did however focus on the aspect of our program that we could, such as classroom environments, staff training and education, curriculum, work sampling and intentional teaching (all of these items that are focused on level 2 and 3 of Paths to Quality).
Our program has expanded and grown since 2005. We recently remodeled the entire program with new flooring and paint. We have even knocked out a wall to expand our toddler classroom. We installed a fire alarm system that is monitored 24/7 and replaced all of the lights throughout the program to meet specific foot candle requirements. Now that we have completed over $40,000 in renovations, we are ready to move forward once more with the Paths To Quality program. We will begin at a level one, but pay close attention, because we will move quickly through the levels. Our passion and drive to offer the highest quality childcare will ensure that we will be a level 3 soon.
To find out more about Paths To Quality, visit http://www.in.gov/fssa/2554.htm
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