Child Development Lab - College of Human Sciences

Human Development and Family Studies Child Development Laboratory School
Child Development Laboratory Home General Directory Monthly Newsletter Monthly Calendar Yearly Calendar Driving Directions Hide Contact Us ISU Child Development Laboratory School 4380 Palmer Bldg., Suite 0351 Ames, IA 50011 Phone: 515-294-3040 Fax: 515-294-6670 cdlabs@iastate.edu Driving Directions Contact Us Programs Infants and Toddlers Two and Three-Year-Olds Three, Four, and Five-Year-Olds Application Form For Parents Parent Handbook Tuition Rate Staff Biographies Class Schedules Weekly Lesson Plans Lunch Menu Testimonials Frequently Asked Questions Other Information Visitors and Requests Staff Handbook Volunteer Information Undergraduate Employment Application School Rules Diaper Changing Procedure Handwashing Procedure Weather Chart External Information Program for Infant/Toddler Care Creative Curriculum for Infants, Toddlers and Twos Guidelines for Out-of-Home Child Care Creative Curriculum for Preschool Environment Rating Scales
	The Child Development Laboratory School is located in the Palmer HDFS Building, on Osborn Drive, Iowa State University campus. The facility includes four classrooms, the Children's Library, administrative offices, research rooms, laundry, and kitchen. The programs are sponsored by the College of Human Sciences, The Child Development Laboratory School Administrator is Ms. Karri Kerns. The Faculty Coordinator is Dr. Gayle Luze, and the Parent Coordinator is Ms. Malisa Rader. The Child Development Laboratory School is licensed by the Iowa Department of Human Services as a Gold Seal Quality Child Care Center and is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children. The Child Development Laboratory School has been in operation since 1924. Learn more about our history. The mission of the Child Development Laboratory School in the Department of Human Development and Family Studies (HDFS) is to provide students with a hands-on experience working with and observing young children while serving as a model early childhood program for young children, including those with disabilities, and their families. Learn more about the Lab School philosophy The laboratory school offers daily programs throughout the academic year for infants, toddlers and preschoolers. Individual child assessment using the Creative Curriculum Developmental Continuum guides curriculum planning based on the developmental needs of children. The research based Second Step program is a part of the Lab School curriculum to teach social and emotional skills to children. Selection is by lottery with priority given to children with special needs and siblings of currently enrolled children. The exemplary demonstration programs are provided to offer observation and participatory experiences for Iowa State students preparing to be early childhood teachers and administrators, and child and family specialists. It also serves as a research site for the college and university. Lab School Programs An all day, year round program for four infants and four toddlers is available from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. The program involves an age and gender balance and includes children with disabilities, selection is by lottery. An all-day, year-round program for twelve 2 and 3-year-old children is available from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. The program involves an age and gender balance and includes children with disabilities; selection is by lottery. Two multi-age all-day, year-round preschool programs are available for eighteen 3, 4 and 5-year-old children and meets from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. each day. The program involves an age and gender balance and includes children with disabilities; selection is by lottery. Non-discrimination Statement Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. veteran. Inquiries can be directed to the Director of Equal Opportunity and Diversity, 3680 Beardshear Hall, (515) 294-7612.