Policies
Release of Children*
A list of individuals to whom a child may be released shall be kept on file. It shall be updated as appropriate.
Individuals picking up a child must be adults unless otherwise authorized. A sign out sheet must be signed by the individual picking up a child before the child is released. Only individuals designated on the enrollment form may have a child released to them unless otherwise indicated.
Telephone calls regarding the release of a child shall be confirmed by returning all calls to the appropriate individuals. Release of a child to individuals not already designated shall be confirmed by direct phone contact with the childís parent, guardian, or other appropriate individual.
All employees must require proof of identification from individuals attempting to pick up a child. Any unknown individual must be required to show proof of identification. Proof of identification shall be a Texas Drivers license or a Department of Public Safety Identification. If a picture verification is not available, the individual must provide three items for identification; other identification will be accepted as appropriate. The ID card number must be documented and kept for 24 hours.
Parents Social Security or other numbers will be required to verify identification over the phone. A release record for each day shall be kept on file for no less than one month. All employees must refer to current release records before releasing a child. Employees must refer individuals to the Director is there are questions concerning the release of a child.
*If there is a custody dispute, parents must provide a copy of the courtís custody.
Updated: September 28, 2006
