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MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of The Launching Pad Child Development Center is to provide quality care and early education to children six weeks through ten years of age whose families are affiliated with the Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center and the surrounding communities.
We are committed to providing a diverse learning environment that exceeds the highest state and national accreditation standards, nurtures a professional staff, recognizes individual needs of children and provides support to their families in partnership with varied community resources.
USDA Non Discrimination Clause
In accordance with federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation), disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity.
We believe:
All children are unique individuals who grow and develop cognitively, socially, emotionally, and physically at their own rate.
Learning is most meaningful for children when they are actively involved and allowed to select activities and materials that interest them.
Children who are treated with care and respect learn to care for and respect others.
Families are our most important partners in fostering a child’s growth and development. Strong relationships of support and respect between caregivers and families result in positive outcomes for children.
All children are capable of learning and excelling. Their capabilities are maximized when they are surrounded by adults who have specialized training in child development and appropriate programming.
All people are of equal value regardless of race, culture, ethnicity, religion, ability, and family composition.
We must first meet children’s most basic needs such as nourishment, safety, and acceptance before we can help them develop and learn.
Children learn best through play. Play is an integral part of any successful early education program.
It is important for children to be familiar with and involved in their community to give them a sense of their role in society.
LAUNCHING PAD HISTORY
The Launching Pad opened in 1990; and in 1994, the ACECC, Inc., was established to serve the children of the employees of the MMAC through an on-site childcare center. In April 1999, The Launching Pad began official accreditation processes by the National Association of Education of Young Children (NAEYC), and accreditation was attained in February 2001, and that accreditation has been maintained ever since. The Launching Pad has been awarded a five star rating by the State of Oklahoma Department of Human Services.
ACECC, Inc. is governed by a Board of Directors. The Launching Pad Center Director and Assistant Director are interviewed, hired, and supervised by the Board of Directors. The Center Director is responsible for staff supervision and daily operation of The Launching Pad; and the Board of Directors provides counsel and supervision to the Center Director and Assistant Director as necessary. Except for closed sessions, all meetings of the Board of Directors are open to all corporate members. Corporate members include, but are not limited to, all parents of children enrolled at The Launching Pad.
FAMILY FEEDBACK
"The Launching Pad has been such a blessing to our family. Our girls look forward to attending The Launching Pad and their days are filled with fun learning activities, their favorite being arts and crafts. Since the day we made the switch from our previous child care, we have been treated like family and couldn't imagine e sending our girls anywhere else. It's nice to know our girls are in excellent care!" -Kristin, Three's and Preschool Room Parent
"The Launching Pad has been important and impactful for our family. My daughter has gone to The Launching Pad since she was 2 and she is now 6 and a part of the school-agers program. My daughter is safe, healthy, and cared for so deeply by every staff member. In addition, the skills she has learned from the teachers and other kids has helped her in kindergarten. She is in the 91% of reading skills in her school and I know it is because the teachers truly engaged with her especially on the PreK level. Even now, the school-agers program allows my family to be together during the evening instead of having parents work opposite schedules. The Launching Pad's worth cannot be measured but we are truly grateful to have this resource as a part of our community." -Cori, School-Age Room Parent
"Knowing my children are in a safe, secure facility nearby reduces stress and ensures that any necessary check-ins can be handled quickly with minimal disruption. In many discussions about workforce readiness and operational resilience, childcare is often overlooked. I am grateful for the continued support of The Launching Pad and strongly believe it plays a meaningful role in enabling FAA employees to perform at their best while raising their families." -Timothy, Infant and Two's Room Parent
"As a single parent, having a child care facility located directly on the premises means that I am able to travel with my child and know that she gets excellent care while I am in class. Everything my daughter needs throughout the day for food, care, and education is provided, and her teachers have developed such a great bond with her that she looks forward to coming to "school" every day. I fully trust and depend upon The Launching Pad to care for my daughter, and they have gone above and beyond." - Kristen, Toddler Room Parent
"As Federal Employees, one of the best benefits we have is access to a secure and top of the line Childcare Center- The Launching pad (TLP) provides incredible child care for our children that considers their development, physically and emotionally." -Lynna, School-Age Room Parent
"The Launching Pad provides something that is invaluable to working parents: the confidence that our children are safe, card for, and known as individuals. Whether it is severe Oklahoma weather or any other unexpected event, I have full faith that the staff are prepared, attentive, and capable of responding appropriately. They understand children's differing needs and take pride in supporting each child's growth. the dedication and long tenure of the teachers and staff speak volumes. This is clearly a workplace where people want to stay, and that stability directly benefits our children." -Alan, Preschool and School-Age Room Parent
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