Handbooks

Introduction

The purpose of a handbook will vary depending on the intended audience and the institution. The purpose of an employee handbook, for example, may be to provide all staff members, especially new staff members, with knowledge of the policies, regulations, practices, and expectations that characterize the institution.

This page contains information, resources, and samples from early childhood programs that will help you create effective handbooks. Always make sure your handbooks, and the policies and procedures they contain, are aligned with district, state, and/or federal policies/laws, etc.

Employee Handbooks

Introduction

Parent Handbooks

Introduction

Simply stated, the purpose of a parent handbook is to convey information for parents/guardians. Parent handbooks usually contain operating procedures and policies that programs think are the most important for parents to know. They usually also contain the mission, goals, and best practices of the program/organization. Its purpose is to ensure that parents/guardians will understand and follow the policies and practices of a program. Parent handbooks are a valuable communication tool.

Program Handbooks

Introduction

Volunteer Handbooks

Introduction