Thursday, February 25, 2010
USI Children's Learning Center joins state environmental program
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Brandi Schwartz Marketing Coordinator Outreach & Engagement 812/464-1854 Facilities in the environmental program earn one, three, or five stars based on their voluntary measures. IDEM assists facilities in implementing environmental plans and conducts site visits before granting membership. Dave Holder, deputy director of IDEM's Southwest Regional Office, presented Pam Buschkill, coordinator of the Children's Learning Center, with a plaque to commemorate the occasion. "Any family considering their child care options should definitely look at facilities that exceed minimum requirements in search of environmental excellence," said Holder. "USI is such an example." Buschkill said, "The children in our center are very interested in the environment so we have chosen to take their lead and participate in IDEM's Five Star program. Aside from the basic recycling, we've tested the facility for lead and now have carbon monoxide detectors in place. There's a certain peace of mind knowing you've checked your building and you can assure parents you're protecting their children from environmental health threats like radon, lead, and pesticides." There are currently 69 childcare providers participating in the Five Star Environmental Recognition Program, making their facilities safer for 4,000 Hoosier children. Other Vanderburgh County Five Star members include Bethany Little Disciples Day Care Ministry, High Point Childcare, St. Mark's Preschool, and St. Vincent's Day Care Center. The USI Children's Learning Center serves children two to six years in age and offers summer programs for children seven to 11 years old. |
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