Great Start Readiness Preschool Program Information

POLICY HANDBOOK

Parents are an important part of the success of our program. Your involvement is important to us. Some main responsibilities are volunteer in the classroom, attend parent/family activities when applicable, be available for 2 home visits and 2 parent/teacher conferences, read our monthly newsletter, open communication with staff and Early Childhood Director, complete all forms before enrollment and throughout the year, when necessary. 

Children will not be expelled or excluded because of the need of additional development, medical or behavioral support, or toileting assistance. If a situation arises that requires additional support for your child, we will work with you on a plan to help support your child. 

  • Program runs Mondays-Thursdays 7:30 am-2:30 pm (We follow Bay County ISD common calendar so there are some days off throughout the year and summer childcare may be available if needed) 
  • ALL meals/snacks provided Mondays-Thursdays 
  • Program Calendar of events will be given upon enrollment 
  • FREE Swim lessons offered every Friday (for those children signed up for Friday childcare) 
  • Wrap around childcare available: Mondays-Thursdays 7:00 am-7:30 am AND 2:30 pm-6:00 pm  and Fridays 7a-6p (Flat fee $135 per week for care) 
  • Parents sign up for wrap around/Friday care (if needed) by Wednesday of previous week 
  • Wrap around/Friday payments due Friday for the next week 
  • Parents can apply for Y scholarships (up to 50%) 
  • If signed up for Friday care – Parents provide meals/snacks for Friday only 
  • Parents provide blankets for rest time (will be sent home weekly for cleaning) 
  • TO start the enrollment process, you will need to fill out an intake form.  
    Go to www.BayArenacPreschool.com 

Great Start Readiness Preschool Program Information

POLICY HANDBOOK

Parents are an important part of the success of our program. Your involvement is important to us. Some main responsibilities are volunteer in the classroom, attend parent/family activities when applicable, be available for 2 home visits and 2 parent/teacher conferences, read our monthly newsletter, open communication with staff and Early Childhood Director, complete all forms before enrollment and throughout the year, when necessary. 

Children will not be expelled or excluded because of the need of additional development, medical or behavioral support, or toileting assistance. If a situation arises that requires additional support for your child, we will work with you on a plan to help support your child. 

  • Program runs Mondays-Thursdays 7:30 am-2:30 pm (We follow Bay County ISD common calendar so there are some days off throughout the year and summer childcare may be available if needed) 
  • ALL meals/snacks provided Mondays-Thursdays 
  • Program Calendar of events will be given upon enrollment 
  • FREE Swim lessons offered every Friday (for those children signed up for Friday childcare) 
  • Wrap around childcare available: Mondays-Thursdays 7:00 am-7:30 am AND 2:30 pm-6:00 pm  and Fridays 7a-6p (Flat fee $135 per week for care) 
  • Parents sign up for wrap around/Friday care (if needed) by Wednesday of previous week 
  • Wrap around/Friday payments due Friday for the next week 
  • Parents can apply for Y scholarships (up to 50%) 
  • If signed up for Friday care – Parents provide meals/snacks for Friday only 
  • Parents provide blankets for rest time (will be sent home weekly for cleaning) 
  • TO start the enrollment process, you will need to fill out an intake form.  
    Go to www.BayArenacPreschool.com 
  • Reservations are for members only.

  • Reservations can be made up to 5 days in advance or until one hour before the class starts. If you wish to reserve a spot within one hour before class starts, please call the MEMBER SERVICE DESK.

  • Please be on time for your reservation. If you are late for your appointment, you will not get additional time. (e.g. your reserved lap swim time is 9am-9:45am, but you do not get in the pool until 9:20am, your reservation still ends at 9:45am.)

  • Reservations can also be made at the MEMBER SERVICE DESK or by calling us at 989.895.8596

  • There are daily/weekly limits on some classes/areas to give opportunities to other members. The system will let you know if your daily/weekly limit has been reached.

  • If you are unable to attend your reserved appointment, please cancel your appointment online or call the MEMBER SERVICE DESK.

Book Your Spot:

Reservation Reminders:

  • Reservations are for members only.

  • Reservations can be made up to 5 days in advance or until one hour before the class starts. If you wish to reserve a spot within one hour before class starts, please call the Member Service Desk.

  • Please be on time for your reservation. If you are late for your appointment, you will not get additional time. (e.g. your reserved lap swim time is 9am-9:45am, but you do not get in the pool until 9:20am, your reservation still ends at 9:45am.)

  • Reservations can also be made at the Member Service Desk or by calling us at 989.895.8596

  • There are daily/weekly limits on some classes/areas to give opportunities to other members. The system will let you know if your daily/weekly limit has been reached.

  • If you are unable to attend your reserved appointment, please cancel your appointment online or call the Member Service Desk.
Reminders
Instructions
  • Reservations are for members only.

  • Reservations can be made up to 5 days in advance or until one hour before the class starts. If you wish to reserve a spot within one hour before class starts, please call the Member Service Desk.

  • Please be on time for your reservation. If you are late for your appointment, you will not get additional time. (e.g. your reserved lap swim time is 9am-9:45am, but you do not get in the pool until 9:20am, your reservation still ends at 9:45am.)

  • Reservations can also be made at the Member Service Desk or by calling us at 989.895.8596

  • There are daily/weekly limits on some classes/areas to give opportunities to other members. The system will let you know if your daily/weekly limit has been reached.

  • If you are unable to attend your reserved appointment, please cancel your appointment online or call the Member Service Desk.

Financial AsSistance Programs

Individuals will not be turned away from participating in programs, activities, and/or membership due to their inability to pay. The Y maintains a generous financial assistance program for youth, adults, and families who demonstrate financial need. Funding for this program is provided by fundraising events at the Dow Bay Area Family YMCA and community-wide donors.