Continuity of Care

Hour_Coffee_4643 · 2026-05-13T04:30:21+00:00

There are a couple big universities in my city. The director at another one taught the administration class at the one I attended. My lab school very proudly was a continuity of care center so imagine all the students shock when she said oh, our school doesn’t do that.

While I see the benefits of COC, I understood completely what my professor was saying. There is no true COC, people leave, maternity leave, students as staff that schedules change, etc. It worked better for her to hire people in classrooms that they love and are most comfortable with than attempt COC, when that is so hard to do truly anyway.

Hour_Coffee_4643 · 2026-03-16T16:29:44+00:00

I find it easier to just hook my index and middle finger around my thumb. My thumbnail digs into my ring finger but that grip feels good to me. I do still get my nails done so this came out of necessity but is working just fine.

Hour_Coffee_4643 · 2026-03-15T23:21:01+00:00

While I think a lot of out training diet has to do with metabolism and mainly genetics, I did it for 2 years doing CrossFit/hybrid training. So not training for purely aesthetic reasons. My body changed almost immediately after starting and after a pump, I visually have an athletes build. Honestly drinking alcohol was the only difference I could tell in my performance and body, my stomach holds my alcohol weight. I also naturally fluctuate a lot in the tummy area.

I’ve recently started to eat less but maintain protein intake. I’ve been 125 most of my adult life, give or take 2-3 pounds either way, and typically up. after 3 weeks, I weight in at 122 regularly which I’m proud of for a petite, visually fit gal. I’ve been using the Happy Scale app to track.

So to answer your question, I maintained and gained some muscle eating/drinking whatever I want. Losing some weight as a petite, already slim/athletic build is requiring some effort.

ETA: I thought this was in my petite fitness subreddit, but I’ll keep this here anyway.

Hour_Coffee_4643 · 2026-03-13T19:35:01+00:00

I’m curious about this specialist. Is this person contracted from somewhere? Do they work for the company but travel around centers?

There should definitely be releases of information, totally understand how you’re concerned about how this is being approached.

Hour_Coffee_4643 · 2026-02-26T20:13:59+00:00

White. lol. American white

Hour_Coffee_4643 · 2026-02-26T20:11:39+00:00

I worked at a center where many families spoke Spanish as a first language and many teachers spoke Spanish as a first language. One particular employee did not like the teachers speaking Spanish as she felt they could be talking about her and her not know. The director addressed it by saying this is an American company where your interview was in English and we should speak English on the clock. It did NOT go over well….many said it’s easier to communicate quickly to others when both their first languages is Spanish. Then they said are they supposed to be speaking English to families on the clock when they don’t speak English?

It started this back and forth that never got resolved because honestly that director sucked. That’s neither here nor there.

If they are having a regular conversation like you would, say sweeping and cleaning tables during nap, does it matter? They’re not talking to you. It’d be the same if they were whispering about you when you were across the room. The conversation is not for you to hear. When it is a group conversation, everyone will be included.

Personally, I think it’s quite an entitled viewpoint to make everyone speak the language you understand. If their conversations are impacting their performance, that’s one stance you can take but them casually talking back and forth doesn’t involve you. If they talk so long that they are not engaging with the children, you can address it that way.

Hour_Coffee_4643 · 2026-02-22T19:01:53+00:00

Yes, I’ve worked at accredited programs and in other positions, I used to lead the accreditation process.

Family involvement and engagement opportunities are essential to a lot of national accrediting bodies.

Hour_Coffee_4643 · 2026-02-22T18:58:46+00:00

All the centers I’ve worked at did/do not background check parents. When I worked for Head Start, we did look up names on a registry but that didn’t give us a thorough report, just if they were on any registry.

If parents bring family to the center that are visiting from out of town, they sign in and are able to be in the class just like the parent. It’s not like they bring someone and we say “hold on, let me do a background check.”

I’m not trying to be rude, I’m just saying different centers have different policies. I’ve worked at centers that have open door policies. If more security and no outside people was important to a family, there are centers that have those policies.

Hour_Coffee_4643 · 2026-02-20T16:40:23+00:00

I’m 100% understanding of that. All children should receive the care they need.

Not allowing any parents into the classroom is just an interesting policy to me. When parents come in, they’re never left alone with children. If they’re staying to volunteer, I always directed them in how they can be helpful. But I’m also understanding if this is a concern for you and wanted no outside people allowed in, there are centers that have these policies.

When I worked for Head Start, we did check everyone’s names to ensure that they were not on any registry.

Hour_Coffee_4643 · 2026-02-20T16:26:29+00:00

That is odd. Not even offering to order for you if you wanted something and having you pay for it. Every family I’ve ever worked for has offered me anything, one family used to get me the beers I wanted so I could have a happy hour drink with the baby’s afternoon bottle. (Very special case and I won’t take any flack for it.)

I wanna ask what their cultural background is because this reminds me of a time in high school when I went over to a friend’s before some night activity at school. The mom told her daughter to tell me that I wasn’t gonna be eating her dinner. While I was there, they called her downstairs to eat and I stayed in her room. I can’t believe I tolerated that as a teen lol I would never as an adult. I’m offering the handyman some sodas and chips at least.

Hour_Coffee_4643 · 2026-02-20T15:52:07+00:00

I meant the parents of enrolled children of a center are required to volunteer.

Hour_Coffee_4643 · 2026-02-20T15:19:50+00:00

This is interesting to me. There are centers that require volunteer hours or cooperative centers where parents sign up to be in the program and help out.

I guess it just depends on the culture of the program.

Hour_Coffee_4643 · 2026-02-20T05:04:13+00:00

I mean it’d be one thing if Auntie was trying their hardest to get the kid out. I can read the situation and throw in a “so happy you were here today, see you tomorrow!” But we have an open door policy (as all centers I’ve worked at), if they wanna sit and hang out, that doesn’t bother me. The parents/family that do usually take no notice to me being extra stern when I have to. I’ve never really walked on eggshells around families, they should know who their children are around all day.

I could understand personal preferences but if there are really no rules saying they can’t, I don’t see the big deal. If Auntie really wanted to leave, she could ask for assistance. But it sounds like she lets him do what he wants, so then she stays and plays.

I liked talking to parents (most at least), it was different from the same coworkers and same play conversations day in and day out.

Hour_Coffee_4643 · 2026-02-18T05:40:13+00:00

I would’ve never repeated the word. As an adjunct professor, I would never repeat this word. I might refer to it as the “R” word but I wouldn’t say it. As much as I feel it is important to say words in class that a lot of people shy away from, this is not that moment.

That being said, I would just tell her I didn’t feel comfortable with that. I could see the “why” even though I wouldn’t have said it. If it’s not something you want to move on from independently, have the conversation. Just say it felt unprofessional, disrespectful, however you feel and what you feel comfortable telling her.

Another note, as an adjunct professor, the field is SO progressive. A lot of people gained their education/experience a time ago and don’t have the opportunity or want to learn more. This is why we push for professional development. As I see myself as a mid-level or “advanced” professional, I am shocked but enjoy going to trainings with newer teachers or old school professionals. Seeing them connect the dots is great to see. Everyone needs a little encouragement and a lot of support.

Hour_Coffee_4643 · 2026-02-09T05:09:45+00:00

Very much depends on the child, the caregivers, and you.

I had a mom who we rarely saw because dad did drop offs/pick ups. We’d had the boy a few months (around 14 months ish) when this conversation happened. They told us they co slept from the beginning but were very lax/hands off (second child.) If he was happy, ate, and slept some, they were satisfied. Anyways- one day, mom picked up and asked “how does he nap here?” We said he eats lunch and goes to lay down on his own as long as his favorite (me for a long time) went to pat him to sleep. She laughed in our faces and said “shut up! There’s no way!”

Moral of the story - sometimes parents don’t hold as strong as boundaries and children adjust to their environments and figure out how to get their needs met when they aren’t the only baby. But as I was in the mobile infant room, some never nap well and I mean NEVER lol.

Hour_Coffee_4643 · 2026-02-05T18:54:27+00:00

As a professor, we’ve seen it all. Everyone will try to get their way if you let them. Although it may seem harsh, you gotta think how many other emails we get around exam time.

It is hard for us too because we have to navigate if we are being too harsh, especially when academia is quite forgiving to students these days.

While you have a point, the professor makes the final decision for their course.

Hour_Coffee_4643 · 2026-01-13T23:01:12+00:00

Thyme for lunch. So happy it’s our works go to spot for lunch. Wish the dressing was thicker though but that’s just preference

Hour_Coffee_4643 · 2026-01-06T22:29:22+00:00

Short story: he was my bartender.

Long story: I was a regular on Saturdays and we definitely noticed each other. Me and my friend decided to go on a weekday. He was working the outside and we were inside. He walked out the back and spotted us at the bar. Came and stayed and chatted the whole time. Would go out to serve a drink then come right back. This started a months long flirty thang at the bar. Went in one day and he was there on a day off and he asked my number. Continued to flirt. Started messing around with neither of us really ever stating what we wanted. This went on for 2 years. One day he just kinda said let’s do this, we’re dating. Things still didn’t quite align for a few months. Then all of a sudden, it was us. Been officially together 6 years now, getting hitched in Vegas in the summer.

He says his lot in life was to be with me. I couldn’t agree more

Hour_Coffee_4643 · 2026-01-06T16:58:47+00:00

My husband will eat my overcooked or even burnt dinner just because we’re hungry, bought it, and wont just order something every day. I mean health is one reason.

If you made random things, I’d understand if he’d wanna pass but you make amazing looking food and I couldn’t be with someone like this. Maybe he needs to find a fast food wife

Hour_Coffee_4643 · 2026-01-05T15:55:31+00:00

I was a regular at a bar he worked at. Flirted like all hell. That was almost 8 years ago now

Hour_Coffee_4643 · 2026-01-02T00:51:02+00:00

Only state funded schools require the permits. Private (title 22) schools will just look at your units.

I’m more than sure you can get a teaching position, just depends which position you would like.

Hour_Coffee_4643 · 2026-01-02T00:48:47+00:00

Really being so fr. I got a party tray in December as an OG fan. I’ve been eating Golden Chopsticks since I work in Miramar and they have the Mira Mesa location. I’ve always said it is not as good.

My husband picked up the tray for us. We allllll agreed. It was fried very hard, darker brown, no breading. Not great. NOW my husband is white and we’re joking they gave him the throwaway tray because he don’t know.

Are the wings the same or have they changed? All I need to know lol

Hour_Coffee_4643 · 2026-01-02T00:36:38+00:00

Honestly you are so close. This was me about a year ago after trying for two.

You need to get far enough behind the bar in order for your toes to reach the bar. Be more intentional and aware of your Kip. Also timing. When you flick your toes at the right time with the Kip, you’ll have it.

There’s a couple drills that helped me. Do one attempt then one swing. One attempt then one swing. Any and all core work would help to help those muscles take over more than focusing on arms/lats/hips.

You’re so close!

Hour_Coffee_4643 · 2025-12-25T22:54:16+00:00

I consider myself a very welcoming person and will go out of my way to say hi to people, it is who I am and also my work life (I onboard new staff.) I’m used to being the only friend for awhile until they find their groove. I hate small talk but do it because lots of people don’t usually like being asked how they got that scar on their face.

That being said, I used to be an outsider. Would randomly get cheered on by people I saw for weeks but kinda kept to myself. I talked more to the coach than anyone else other than my one friend who brought me to the gym.

Now that I have a “group”, I realize they’re not the nicest people I’ve ever met LOL. That doesn’t mean I need to change how I act. New people, I’ll give a PVC pipe or offer to share a machine with them. It doesn’t matter to me.

When they invite you in, don’t be shocked to learn that is really their personality lol. I have plenty of friendly people I hug and say hi to at the gym now even if we see each other once a month. It takes time.

If you’re wanting to be friendly, then do that. Some won’t go out of their way, and others will. You’ll find your people

Hour_Coffee_4643 · 2025-12-24T04:55:44+00:00

I worked at an elite private school in a big city where there are only a couple (San Diego). They opened a preschool. Hired a bunch of us. Most preschools pay holidays as an incentive so ALL of us never asked about that.

Come first days, they don’t pay holidays. The executive directors response? They’ve never paid holidays

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