These updates below are new for the Spring 2023 semester and are working on being updated in all policy handbooks.
Any questions or concerns about these updated policies should be directed to our Coordinator of Childcare, Ashley Akesson, at aakesson@sbts.edu
The Children’s Department is dedicated to providing a safe and nurturing environment for the children of the seminary community. Our programs are centered on biblical truth and promote the development of life long skills.
A parent may not place their child in childcare if:
Expectations of Children while in Childcare:
Possessions:
Check-in & Pick-up:
Discipline Procedure:
We use a 3 warning system every time there is a discipline issue.
Southern’s Children’s Department programs are limited to Southern affiliates.
By submitting registration forms, you grant permission for your child (as listed in the form), to attend the children’s program as registered for at the SBTS Health and Recreation Center. You agree to hold blameless all caregivers, assistants, and all affiliates to the Health and Recreation Center from any and all injuries that may result from this program. In the event that you cannot be contacted, you authorize the HRC to obtain emergency medical care for your child.
Approved Affiliates: |
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Students |
Registered students enrolled in classes either at Boyce or Southern for the current semester (this does not include students with a disrupted status). |
Employees |
Individuals employed at either Southern or Boyce (this includes Sodexo workers). |
Alumni |
Graduates of either Southern Seminary or Boyce College. |
Trustee |
Current Trustees of Southern. |
Board Member |
Currently a member of the Southern Seminary Foundation Board. |
At Southern Seminary, nothing is more important to us than the safety and security of your children. That’s why we chose KidCheck as our children’s check-in solution to bring you the best check-in experience and to allow us to partner with you to keep your children safe.
It is important you create your free account here: go.kidcheck.com, select “Create Your KidCheck Account,” and follow the on-screen prompts. Alternatively, you can download the from the App Store or Google Play Store to create, manage, and update your account right on your phone (does not complete check-in).
You can create your account from the comfort of home; it’s simple and will only take a few minutes. Creating your account prior to drop-off allows a smooth transition and helps your first check-in go quickly.
Once you’ve created your account, simply use your 10 digit phone number to check-in with us or anywhere you use KidCheck.
Southern’s Childcare program is designed for children ages 18 months to four years of age. Once registered, each child’s place in the program will be reserved for the entire semester, allowing families to depend on SBTS as part of their weekly routine. Parents are able to choose between two options of care: once a week (Mondays) or twice a week (Tuesdays/Thursdays). During their time in Southern Childcare, children will be introduced to the alphabet, numbers 1- 10, and color recognition. For more information about this program, please contact our Coordinator of Childcare, Ashley Akesson, at aakesson@sbts.edu.
All payment will be processed through our KidCheck software, with the first month’s fees due at the time of registration. A reminder email will be sent for the following months.
Registration will open at midnight when the date changes to January 7, 2023. This is set by our scheduling system and cannot be changed. We apologize for the inconvenience.
If upon clicking the register link on January 7th you receive the message saying “registration is closed or class is full” this class is currently full. Classes will not be opened up for more children as our class sizes are set by our child safety ratios. In the event the class you desired is full, the waitlist listed at the end of this page is your only option unless a spot opens up that was previously taken.
Starting this semester, we are adding an open house night for the childcare program! This will be a drop in time for you and your family to visit the childcare classroom, meet teachers, get up to date policy information, and have any questions answered by the Coordinator of Childcare! No additional registration is needed other than the registration for the program.
Date: January 30th
Time: 6:30-7:30p.m.
January 7-14
18 months – 4 years old
by registration
Mondays ONLY
or
Tuesdays AND Thursdays
9 a.m. – Noon
Childcare Room in Honeycutt Hall
Dates |
Cost per Session |
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Session ONE | February 6, 13, 20 | 1 Child | $45 | ||
Session TWO | February 27, March 6, 13 | 2 Children | $85 | ||
Session THREE | March 20, 27, April 10 | Three or More Children | $120 Max |
Dates |
Cost per Session |
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Session ONE | February 7 – February 21 | 1 Child | $90 | ||
Session TWO | February 28 – March 14 | 2 Children | $175 | ||
Session THREE | March 20 – April 10
*Skipping Spring Break Week* |
Three or More Children | $255 |
SWI Childcare is designed to serve mothers attending the Seminary Wives Institute on either Wednesday mornings or Thursday nights. Once registered, each child’s place in the program will be reserved for the entire term. Our knowledgeable staff will lead children through lessons and activities based on the Gospel Story Curriculum. For more information, please contact our Coordinator of Childcare, Ashley Akesson at aakesson@sbts.edu
January 7
8 weeks – 12 years old
by Jan 7, 2022
Payment is due at the time of registration.
$12 per child, per term
Department Events Childcare is designed to serve Southern families attending various campus events. Our knowledgeable staff will lead children through Bible stories and age appropriate activities while parents take part in events around campus. For more information, please contact our Coordinator of Childcare, Ashley Akesson at aakesson@sbts.edu