Child Development Center

WEST MOBILE BAPTIST

CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER

7501 Airport Blvd. Mobile, Alabama 36608

251-639-6868 phone

251-633-9825 fax

"Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old, he will not depart from it."

Proverbs 22:6

Our Center was established in the fall of 1993 as a ministry of West Mobile Baptist Church.

Downloads

	Enrollment application
	Fall 2009 Newsletter
	Summer Camp Enrollment Info

Hours of Operation

Our Center is open from

6 a.m. until 6 p.m.

There is a charge for

all pick-ups after 6 p.m.

Our Center is open from

6 a.m. until 6 p.m.

There is a charge for

all pick-ups after 6 p.m.

Rates & Fees

Our fees schedule for all programs
and age levels can be found by clicking here.

Purpose and Programs *Statement of Purpose* We believe that “Children are a gift from the Lord” (Psalm 127:3). Therefore, we understand what an awesome responsibility it is to care for children. A child care center is never a substitute for a strong Christian family. Our objective is not to replace, but to supplement and strengthen the family by supplying guidance in genuine spiritual growth, intellectual stimulation at your child’s level, and care that promotes growth in the daily development of your child. Currently, we offer a daycare/preschool program for children 6 weeks of age through the K-5. We also offer before and after school care and a summer camp program for children 6-11 years old. We also include many extracurricular activities, computer classes, music classes, and Spanish classes as a part of our regular program for K3 children and older. Children can also attend the learning program only for K3 and older. *Statement of Purpose* We believe that “Children are a gift from the Lord” (Psalm 127:3). Therefore, we understand what an awesome responsibility it is to care for children. A child care center is never a substitute for a strong Christian family. Our objective is not to replace, but to supplement and strengthen the family by supplying guidance in genuine spiritual growth, intellectual stimulation at your child’s level, and care that promotes growth in the daily development of your child. Currently, we offer a daycare/preschool program for children 6 weeks of age through the K-5. We also offer before and after school care and a summer camp program for children 6-11 years old. We also include many extracurricular activities, computer classes, music classes, and Spanish classes as a part of our regular program for K3 children and older. Children can also attend the learning program only for K3 and older.
	Curriculum Abeka is a quality educational system from a Christian perspective and these curriculum guides are used in our K2 and older learning programs. This is a phonics based program published by Pensacola Christian College. Our learning programs are geared for the development of motor skills and sensory processes as well as social interaction. Each age group works on their level and ability, while providing a challenging and enjoyable classroom experience. In addition to learning programs our K3 – K5 students participate weekly in Spanish lessons with a native speaking teacher, and Library time, Music, and Computers with an experienced resource teacher. We also hold chapel on Tuesday mornings for all rooms Toddlers and up. An age appropriate Bible lesson will accompany music and motions as the little ones in our care celebrate and learn more about God and His goodness. *Staff Education* Our teachers are highly trained and well qualified to care for children. They are certified in first aid, CPR, food safety, and utilize continuing education in-services for further preparation. We also encourage our staff to seek new and interesting ways to challenge the children in our Center. Our daytime, afternoon, and floor supervisors are also always circulating and available to provide the room staff with additional training, learning activities or creative solutions for common developmental issues. Abeka is a quality educational system from a Christian perspective and these curriculum guides are used in our K2 and older learning programs. This is a phonics based program published by Pensacola Christian College. Our learning programs are geared for the development of motor skills and sensory processes as well as social interaction. Each age group works on their level and ability, while providing a challenging and enjoyable classroom experience. In addition to learning programs our K3 – K5 students participate weekly in Spanish lessons with a native speaking teacher, and Library time, Music, and Computers with an experienced resource teacher. We also hold chapel on Tuesday mornings for all rooms Toddlers and up. An age appropriate Bible lesson will accompany music and motions as the little ones in our care celebrate and learn more about God and His goodness. *Staff Education* Our teachers are highly trained and well qualified to care for children. They are certified in first aid, CPR, food safety, and utilize continuing education in-services for further preparation. We also encourage our staff to seek new and interesting ways to challenge the children in our Center. Our daytime, afternoon, and floor supervisors are also always circulating and available to provide the room staff with additional training, learning activities or creative solutions for common developmental issues. Child Development Center Staff Jennifer Doucet is the director of WMB CDC. She is originally from the Detroit, Michigan area and currently resides in Lucedale, MS. She, and her husband, Chris, have two children who are enrolled in the Abeka home school via Pensacola Christian Academy. The Doucets are members of West Mobile Baptist Church. Jennifer is a graduate of Rochester College (formerly Michigan Christian College) and has also completed her undergraduate coursework and training at Oakland University's Elementary Education Program. She has spent much of her adult work life furthering her management skills in the retail, restaurant and day care fields while home schooling her boys. Of those three working fields, she most enjoys her time spent in early childhood development. Her goal in leading our team here is to use some of the experiences God has allowed her to have to foster and grow our program and ultimately your children.Email Jennifer if you have any questions. Ronnie Connell is the Financial Administrator of West Mobile Baptist Church. He also manages the finances and daily operations of the Daycare and School. He has been on staff for approximately 8 years during which time he has had several grandchildren enrolled in the Center. Email Ronnie if you have any questions. Melanie Garron is the Financial Secretary and Registrar. She has been a member of our staff in various roles both in the classroom and in administration for more than five years. She is currently an Elementary Education student at the University of South Alabama. Email Melanie if you have any questions regarding enrollment. Stephanie Chapius is our Morning Floor Supervisor. She is a member of West Mobile Baptist Church and all of her children have attended school at our center. She circulates throughout the building in the morning to be an extra set of hands for our classroom workers and to ensure the quality of care and safety that our parents have come to expect here at the CDC. Melanie Smith is Afternoon Floor Supervisor. She is a member of West Mobile Baptist Church and has been a member of our staff in various classroom and administrative roles for over two years. She circulates throughout the building in the afternoons to ensure the quality of care and safety that our parents have come to expect here at the CDC. Tammy Harwell and Courtney Holified are our Front Desk Receptionists. They both have worked in various positions throughout the Center. They monitor the arrival and departure of all students and parents in the building throughout the day and assist with office administration. Tammy and her family are members of West Mobile Baptist Church. Jennifer Doucet is the director of WMB CDC. She is originally from the Detroit, Michigan area and currently resides in Lucedale, MS. She, and her husband, Chris, have two children who are enrolled in the Abeka home school via Pensacola Christian Academy. The Doucets are members of West Mobile Baptist Church. Jennifer is a graduate of Rochester College (formerly Michigan Christian College) and has also completed her undergraduate coursework and training at Oakland University's Elementary Education Program. She has spent much of her adult work life furthering her management skills in the retail, restaurant and day care fields while home schooling her boys. Of those three working fields, she most enjoys her time spent in early childhood development. Her goal in leading our team here is to use some of the experiences God has allowed her to have to foster and grow our program and ultimately your children.Email Jennifer if you have any questions. Ronnie Connell is the Financial Administrator of West Mobile Baptist Church. He also manages the finances and daily operations of the Daycare and School. He has been on staff for approximately 8 years during which time he has had several grandchildren enrolled in the Center. Email Ronnie if you have any questions. Melanie Garron is the Financial Secretary and Registrar. She has been a member of our staff in various roles both in the classroom and in administration for more than five years. She is currently an Elementary Education student at the University of South Alabama. Email Melanie if you have any questions regarding enrollment. Stephanie Chapius is our Morning Floor Supervisor. She is a member of West Mobile Baptist Church and all of her children have attended school at our center. She circulates throughout the building in the morning to be an extra set of hands for our classroom workers and to ensure the quality of care and safety that our parents have come to expect here at the CDC. Melanie Smith is Afternoon Floor Supervisor. She is a member of West Mobile Baptist Church and has been a member of our staff in various classroom and administrative roles for over two years. She circulates throughout the building in the afternoons to ensure the quality of care and safety that our parents have come to expect here at the CDC. Tammy Harwell and Courtney Holified are our Front Desk Receptionists. They both have worked in various positions throughout the Center. They monitor the arrival and departure of all students and parents in the building throughout the day and assist with office administration. Tammy and her family are members of West Mobile Baptist Church.