We prioritize the safety of every child in our youth programs

• The program is directed by Rachel Lovelace, Visual Arts Director

• Rachel has a background in childcare and school-age administration

• She is certified by the State of Texas as a childcare director

• Her training includes emergency preparedness from infancy through adulthood

• Certifications include:

  • CPR

  • First Aid

  • Infant and child rescue

  • Stop the Bleed

  • Emergency planning (evacuation, severe weather, hold and lockdown procedures)

• All teachers and classroom helpers:

  • Undergo extensive background checks

  • Receive training in all emergency procedures

• Emergency diagrams are:

  • Posted in every classroom

  • Provided to parents and guardians

• Instructors conduct safety drills:

  • During the first hour of class each week

  • To familiarize students with evacuation procedures

• Each teacher is equipped with a “go bag” containing:

  • Student rosters

  • Emergency contact phone numbers

  • A telephone

  • A first aid kit

  • Any necessary student medications (e.g., EpiPens, rescue inhalers)