Suquamish TribeMarion Forsman-Boushie Early Learning Center

Annual Report

2017

We believe that each child is

unique, with different abilities,

special talents and individual

needs.

Our purpose at the Marion Forsman-

Boushie Early Learning Center is to

offer an environment where the

“whole child” can grow emotionally,

socially, physically, intellectually

and culturally.

Our vision is to promote a

stimulating, safe, and healthy

environment encouraging learning

through creative play. Our caring

staff values and recognizes the vital

partnership shared with our families.

Parent and community participation

reflects the cultural strengths,

diversity, and support for a

successful program.

Mission

Table of Contents

Program Overview 4

Services at a Glance

Education

Family Services and Parent Activity

Health & Dental

Transportation & Safety

Mental Health

Nutrition

Special Needs

5

Finances

Public & Private Funds Received

Head Start Budget Breakdown

Total Program Expenses

2017-2018 Triennial Review

Results of FY2017 Financial Audit

6

Accountability & Review 7

Enrollment/Heath Data 8

Family Engagement 9

School Readiness

Curriculum

PBIS

Individualization

Goals

10

Outcomes Reports 11

Valuable Partnerships 12

At the Marion Forsman-Boushie Early Learning Center, Our goal is to prepare children for

kindergarten and set a solid foundation to be “life-ready”. Our staff work in partnership with

families to support their child’s education and when necessary, provide resources that will

support the family to thrive in our community. Our Center provides:

Our program was awarded the federal Head Start and Early Head Start Grant, the Washington

State ECEAP (Early Childhood Education and Assistance Program) grant, and the CCDF

(Child Care and Development Fund) grant to provide quality services to children and their

families within the Suquamish community, and our program service area.

Head Start: Children 3 to 5 years old

Early Head Start: Children 1 to 2 years old

ECEAP: Children 3 to 5 years old

Wrap-around Childcare: Children 6 weeks to 11 years old

Our Program

Services At a GlanceEducationOur program provides individualized observations, planning, and goal

setting for children and their families. Our classrooms are designed to

support and enhance learning through play.

Family Services & Parent ActivitiesParents have the opportunity to assess their needs, and set goals to

improve the overall quality of life for their children and families.

Parents are offered opportunities to be engaged in their child's

education, and attend parent trainings, family activities, and

celebrations.

Health & DentalHead Start and ECEAP emphasize the importance of continues

preventive care, and early detection of health problems. Families are

provided assistance in accessing resources to address oral health and

physical well-being.

Transportation & SafetyChildren and families who assistance with transporting their child to and

from school- receive bus services. Fire drills and safety protocols are

practiced with children and staff monthly.

Mental HealthThe ELC has funding for One (1) mental health specialist, and an

ongoing partnership with the Suquamish Tribe Wellness Department for

Mental Health services.

NutritionFamily-style meals are an opportunity for children to learn how to take

turns, enhance learning skills, engage in conversation, and encourage

manners. Individual care is provided to meet special dietary needs.

Special Needs Head Start and ECEAP promote opportunities for children with

diagnosed disabilities to learn and play alongside their peers. Our

program also offers screenings and referrals for suspected disabilities.

Finances at a GlanceTotal Amount of Public & Private Funds Received Revenue Fiscal Year: January 1, 2017 to December 31, 2017

Head Start Federal Dollars $997,727

Tribal Hard Dollars $1,860,217

USDA Reimbursement $86,383

Child Care Development Fund $83,320

Child Care Program Income $209,934

Early Childhood Education Assistance Program (ECEAP) $172,805

Total $3,410,386

FY 2017-2018

Triennial ReviewThe 2017-2018 Head Start

Triennial Review was held

March 27-29, 2018. The

results will be available in

approximately three (3)

months.

Financial AuditThe results of the most recent

financial audit for calendar

year ending December 31,

2017 found the Suquamish

Tribe to be in full

compliance in all fiscal

matters.

Breakdown of Federal Head Start Dollars:

Program Operations $973,497

Training/Technical Assistance (T/TA) $24,230

Non-federal share dollars $256,876

ExpensesTotal MFBELC Expenses for January 1, 2017 to December 31, 2017:

Salaries $2,124,099

Benefits $875,640

Program Supplies $99,988

Contractual $23,227

Equipment Maintenance $15,682

Building Maintenance $100,076

Other Expenditures $21,338

Travel & Training $51,503

Utilities $31,229

Equipment-lease and non-capital $27,691

Insurance $1,465

Indirect Cost $278,576

Total: $3,651,514

Accountability & Review Disabilities Services•Children with IEP/IFSP’s receive all applicable program services, and are engaged to fully participate in all program activities

•Our program supports and guides parents during IEP/IFSP meetings, reviews, referrals, and services.

Curriculum/Education

•Classrooms are neat, clean, organized, and welcoming and for all children.

•Teachers use planning time to create lesson plans and activities for the classroom.

•Parents are encouraged to engage in learning trips with their children.

•Teachers promote the Suquamish culture in their Classroom settings.

ERSEA•Enrollment Files are kept up-to-date, and organized

•Enrollment Forms are completed and filed in the correct spots.

•Daily and monthly attendance is monitored using ChildPlus

Health•First Aid kits are available in each classroom, and are current and well-maintained.

•Emergency drills are practiced monthly.

•Teachers are alert to children’s health needs, and respond to signs and symptoms of illness.

•Families were offered Flu kits when being sent home for flu-like symptoms

Nutrition•Traditional foods are implemented into the menu each month.

•Parents receive copies of the monthly menus.

•Each classroom receives training and support for children with allergies and/or special dietary needs.

Mental Health•Teachers’ enhance each child's learning, and sense of belonging.

•Children with challenging behavior are monitored and referred for additional support.

•Parents are engaged in the behavior plans and support needed for their child to be successful.

Facilities•The Bus driver monitors and maintains documentation on fire extinguishers, emergency bags, flashlights, and drill logs.

•Children do not have access to unsafe or unsupervised areas outside. Gates enclose each classroom, and parents and children are trained on pedestrian safety.

Transportation•Bus orientation and safety practices are completed during enrollment, and emergency bus drills are done throughout the year.

•The Bus driver and monitor receive training and professional development each year.

Enrollment/Health Data HS/EHS/ECEAP

•36 Head Start

•40 Early Head Start

•15 ECEAP

91 Funded Slots

2361

25

White

African American

0 20 40 60 80

Ethnicity

Ethnicity

34

57

ONE PARENT HOMES

TWO PARENT HOMES

MEDICAL & DENTAL EXAMS COMPLETED

Up-to-date schedule of

well-child care per the EPSDT

Standards

% Medical Exams

Completed

% Dental Exams

Completed

Head Start 94% 83%

Early Head Start

90% 80%

ECEAP 100% 89%

Total: 93% 83%

Parent InvolvementDaily: Pick-up & Drop-off

engagement

Volunteering in the Classroom

Monthly: Parent Committee Meetings

Policy Council Meetings

Classroom Learning Trips

Quarterly: Health Advisory Meetings

Family Activity Nights

Other: Parent Orientation

Chief Seattle Days Parade

First Day Jitters Coffee and

Donuts with Support Staff

Trick-or-treat @ tribal admin

building

Trunk-or-treat event at ELC

Valentines Day Lunch

Mother’s Day Celebration

Father’s Day Celebration

Positive Indian Parenting

Classes

Health Trainings

Clam Digs

Drum Making Workshops

Cedar Graduation Cap

Workshops

Head Start/ECEAP Graduation

“End of the Year” Celebration

School Readiness

Both teen parents successfully graduated High School in 2017, and were celebrated as role models by their Head Start daughter, Kalyana.

School Readiness is defined as meeting or exceeding the current standard development level (widely held expectation) for a particular age group.

Curriculum:The Marion Forsman-Boushie utilizes the Creative Curriculum and Teaching Strategies GOLD to assess and support development in all six essential domains of School Readiness.

Positive Behavior Intervention and Support (PBIS):PBIS is a Intervention and System of Support that includes proactive strategies for defining, teaching, and supporting appropriate child behavior to create a positive, safe, and productive learning environment.

Individualization: Individualized learning plans are developed for each child with parent input and participation, and used daily to plan classroom activities.

Goals:With the participation of teachers, support staff, parents, and families- we created and update our school readiness goals each academic year. These goals meet the requires for child-outcomes, and reflect the values and culture of our center.

Head Start/ECEAP

Graduates for 2017

23

Outcomes Report

11

.76

%

4.4

1%

30

.88

%

13

.24

%

32

.35

%

38

.24

%

85

.29

% 94

.12

%

67

.65

%

83

.82

%

61

.76

%

58

.82

%

2.9

4%

1.4

7%

1.4

7%

2.9

4%

5.8

8%

2.9

4%

SOCIA L -EMOTIONA L

PHYS ICA L LA NGUA GE COGNIT IV E L ITERA CY MA THEMA TICS

TS GOLD FALL 2016/2017- WIDELY HELD EXPECTATIONS

Below Meeting Exceeding

With support from the Washington State Department of Early Learning, The Marion Forsman-Boushie Early Learning Center has been provided the opportunity to implement the Teaching Strategies GOLD Child-assessment tool. The follow data shows the overall program-wide growth made from Fall 2016/2017.

North Kitsap School District

Holly Ridge Center

Kids In ConcertSuquamish

Police Department

Suquamish Tribe Human

Services

Suquamish Tribe Sports &

Rec

Suquamish Tribal Child

Welfare

Suquamish Tribe Wellness

Department

Port Gamble S'Klallam Tribal

Clinic

Kitsap Community Resources

WICOlympic

Educational Services District

No individual or agency can meet all of the needs in our community. Therefore, partnerships

are crucial to provide services without duplicating efforts. Partnerships allow us to provide

and receive specific areas of expertise. The Marion Forsman-Boushie Early Learning Center

staff works closely with many partners during the program year. The staff and the families

are extremely grateful to our community partners who have worked on behalf of our children

and families.

VALUABLE PARTNERSHIPS

Program Director- Nigel Lawrence Office Phone: 360.394.8579Physical Address: 5283 Totten Road, Poulsbo, WA, 98370 Mailing Address: PO Box 498, Suquamish, WA, 98392 Front Desk Phone: 360.394.8578Fax: 360.598.4417

Marion Forsman-Boushie

Early Learning Center