Enrollment

The Child Development Center.

You are welcome to fill out the Waiting List Application. We are unable to estimate a time frame of when you may be called for enrollment. Our applicants on the waiting list sometimes wait 2 months and sometimes 2 years. Openings depend on a variety of variables such as age groups, individual and facility circumstance.

Waiting List & Enrollment Process:

  1. Join the Waiting List
    Submit a Waiting List Application to the CDC office in person or by email.
  2. Space Availability
    When a space becomes available, the CDC office will contact you to begin the enrollment process.
  3. Parent Orientation & Classroom Visit
    Families will attend an orientation and visit the classroom with their child. During this time:
  • Program policies, procedures, tuition, and fees will be reviewed
  • Enrollment paperwork will be provided and explained

This visit helps families learn about the program and begin building a relationship with our team.

  1. Submit Required Documents
    All required forms must be completed and approved before moving forward, including:
  • Current immunization records
  • Physician-signed physical exam form
  • Emergency contact information
  • Allergy or medical action plans (if applicable)
  • Any additional documents required by Child Care Regulation and program policies
  1. Transition Visits & Classroom Placement
    A transition schedule will be created to help your child adjust to the classroom, build relationships, and feel comfortable.
    These visits also help ensure the best classroom placement based on your child’s needs and readiness.
  2. Tuition & Fees
    The CDC office will provide a rate sheet for submission to the MCC Business Office.
    Tuition and the enrollment/supply fee must be paid directly to the MCC Business Office.
    Please allow 3–5 business days after payment for enrollment processing.
  3.  Official Start Date
    Once all documents are approved, payment is confirmed, and processing is complete, your child will begin on the scheduled start date.

For more information…

Contact Karina Ortega Cartagena, Child Studies & Lab School Interim Facility Director 254-299-8710, CSC-D07 kortegacartagena@mclennan.edu

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