St. Croix Kids Early Childhood Center

“Members are elected each year for one year terms by a majority vote of the full board. Each member has the right to one vote (unless involved in a conflict of interest transaction).”

“Decisions that are subject to approval of members consist of compensation of director and employees, budget, lease agreements, treasurer's report, and policies and procedures.”

“Copy of this return was provided to governing body before it was filed, and director reviews for accuracy, and calls cpa with any questions or concerns.”

“If there is a conflict of interest, the transaction may be undertaken only if all of the following are observed: 1 - the conflicting interest is fully disclosed 2 - the person with the conflict of interest is excluded from the discussion and approval of such transaction 3 - a competitive bid or comparable valuation exists 4 - the board (or duly constituted committee thereof) has determined that the transaction is in the best interest of the organization”

“Board must review and approve the compensation for the executive director.”

“Board must review and approve the compensation for other officers and key employees.”

“Governing documents are made available to the public upon request.”

“The mission is to provide an environment which promotes emotional, intellectual, social, and physical growth, encouraging each child's discovery of self worth, understanding of the needs of others and ability to live responsibly in his/her world. This will be accomplished by providing the best available learning opportunities, staff and facilities as well as through interaction and open communication with parents and community.”

“One person volunteered their time at child care for a couple of hours every thursday.”

“The organization provided high quality affordable care for approximately 10 children between the ages of 16 months to 33 months, 14 children between the ages of 33 months to 4 years, and 28 children between the ages of 4 years to 6 years. The average length of enrollment is 3.5 years. The teachers follow the mn early learning standards to ensure children are tracking to be kindergarten ready. The organization is also a nationally accredited preschool, which provided high quality preschool programming for 32 children between the ages of 3-5 years. Children typically attend the preschool for 2 years. The preschool curriculum follows the mn early learning standards.”