[Jessi Pantoja]

1. What did you discover about the WACs while completing the activity? I didn’t think it was so well-detailed on each term
2. Were you surprised by any of the WACs? I was surprised on how well explained each rule is, as well as there is so many
3. Can you see how the WACs will influence your day-to-day practice in caring for children? Why or why not? Yes, It will definitely influence my day-to-day practice because I will have more knowledge in how to handle each situation better that I encounter

[a-s-h-2-3]

1. What did you discover about the WACs while completing the activity? I discovered that the WACs are long, detailed, and how easy they are to understand.
2. Were you surprised by any of the WACs? I was not surprised by any of the WACs. I believe it was detailed enough to understand how important it is to follow rules to every child safe and healthy.
3. Can you see how the WACs will influence your day-to-day practice in caring for children? Why or why not? Yes, I can see how the WACs will influence my day-to-day practice in caring for children because the WACs are detailed enough to know what to expect, what is needed, and how to do it.

[Xiomara]

1. Lo que descubrí del wac es que todos los temas estan muy organizados y todo está muy claro, se comprende a la perfección todo lo que necesitamos saber

2. Lo que me sorprendió sobre los wac es que había una dirección centro de animales, entiendo porque está ahí pero la verdad era algo que yo no hubiera considerado

3. Si influye en nuestras pacticas diarias es un recordatorio de nuestros valores y reglas fundamentales y se suma la seguridad en general .

[lil_vel]

1. What did you discover about the WACs while completing the activity?
2. Were you surprised by any of the WACs?
3. Can you see how the WACs will influence your day-to-day practice in caring for children? Why or why not?

   1. The Licensing requirements are written as regulations that are part of the Washington
   Administrative Code . These regulations provide the clear requirements for operating a licensed
   early learning program. The WAC is the primary source of information for Licensing regulations for
   early learning professionals.
   2. No, I did not surprised. Everything is clearly written and structured to ensure complience with state regulations.
   3. Yes, the WACs will have a significant influence on daily childcare practices. They provide guidelines on safety, curriculum, staff qualifications, which help maintain a high standard of care and professionalism.

[Julie]

1. I had a difficult time completing this activity, as there were no questions in the guidebooks given for me to do the activity sheet. I will still try to answer these questions to the best of my ability. <strong style=”font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; color: var(–bb-body-text-color); background-color: var(–bb-content-background-color);”>What did you discover about the WACs while completing the activity? I realize that it’s quite literally a how-to book on how to provide adequate childcare. It’s more handy than I thought it’d be.
2. Were you surprised by any of the WACs? I am surprised and a bit overwhelmed by how much information there is for every WAC.
3. Can you see how the WACs will influence your day-to-day practice in caring for children? Why or why not? I can see how WAC is implemented in everyday policies not only for child safety, but also to document progress/development. It’s a very black-and-white outline for childcare rules.

[Nora Tormanen]

I discovered that there is so much to WACs and that everything needs to be so detailed. I guess I’m not sure if I was surprised by any of them, but it was surprising how some of the numbers were mixed up. I can see how WACs could make a person be more careful about the things they are doing in the classroom and how they are teaching and caring for the children. This is because there is so much information and it seems very important and serious.

[Amran Abdi]

While completing the activity, I discovered that the <strong data-start=”79″ data-end=”121″>Washington Administrative Codes (WACs) are highly detailed and essential for ensuring the health, safety, and education of children in licensed child care settings. For example, <strong data-start=”261″ data-end=”281″>WAC 110-300-0010 outlines exactly who needs to be licensed, making it clear that any child care program serving more than one family outside of relative care must meet licensing requirements. Additionally, I found specific rules on staff qualifications, such as <strong data-start=”527″ data-end=”547″>WAC 110-300-0100, which details the required training and education levels for early learning professionals. The guidelines on health and safety, like <strong data-start=”682″ data-end=”702″>WAC 110-300-0205, specify sanitation requirements, including handwashing procedures and cleaning schedules to prevent the spread of illness.

Some WACs were surprising, particularly the strict staff-to-child ratios outlined in <strong data-start=”915″ data-end=”935″>WAC 110-300-0350, which ensure children receive adequate supervision based on their age group. I was also surprised by the detailed emergency preparedness requirements in <strong data-start=”1090″ data-end=”1110″>WAC 110-300-0470, which mandate written plans for fires, natural disasters, and lockdown situations. These regulations will significantly influence my daily practice by guiding how I structure activities, maintain a safe and hygienic environment, and interact with families. By following the WACs, I can ensure compliance with licensing standards while providing high-quality care and education to the children in my program.

[Olivia]

I learned more about WAC and their rooms through the activity. It was new information to know.

I didn’t know about weather conditions prior to reading about WAC and it was informative to know when children can and cannot go outside.

It will definitely influence my day to day activity knowing the rules and regulations.

[Breanna Wakeham]

I discovered that there is a lot that goes into someone getting their license and it’s there in order to protect the children and their families. T<b style=”font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; color: var(–bb-body-text-color);”>he fact that you can’t just get the non expiring license, you have to start with the initial license before you can get the non expiring license

I was surprised by all the training that needs to be completed each year. I didn’t know that someone needed to get new training done each year

I can see how the WACs will influence my day to day practice with caring for children. I feel like its important to remember all the training that you had to go through and remember the policies that keep you in check

[Erika Locatelli]

1. What did you discover about the WACs while completing the activity? Not a ton because I am going through licensing right now and have been over the WAC with a fine toothed comb.
2. Were you surprised by any of the WACs? One thing that surprised me initially is that every child has to be served MILK ! None of my families really drink milk with meals and we have lots of dairy allergies and intolerance. Also the mucus…..and they can’t opt out unless they have a doctor’s note . This seems like there is no way to control your child’s diet as a parent. <strong style=”background-color: var(–bb-content-background-color); font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; color: var(–bb-body-text-color);”>
3. Can you see how the WACs will influence your day-to-day practice in caring for children? Why or why not? Absolutely. I understand its for facilities that wouldn’t be healthful on their own but it sure is alot of extra work for teachers. The licensing laws in Idaho and Oregon are much simpler ! I hope WA state streamlines their licensing practice and doesn’t continue to rely on teacher and directors being able to navigate and understand this incredibly long legal document on their own .

[aylintr]

1. I discovered that the WACs have many regulations and standards and are very thorough. This is my first time learning about the WAC and it was a bit overwhelming but it is also understandable as it is a big responsibility working in child care and early learning.

2. As someone who did not have any previous knowledge about WAC, all of it was pretty surprising. Going into child care, I knew I would have to follow rules and regulations but seeing just how many WACs there actually are was a shock.

3. I can see how the WACs can influence my day-to-day practice because they are in place to ensure the safety and well-being of children.

[Steph P.]

1. While completing this assignment, I discovered that the WACs are extremely specific in wording to ensure proper interpretation of the questions broached. They leave no room for misunderstanding of the exact requirements held for a wide variety of early learning topics by the state of Washington.

2. One WAC that surprised me was 110-300-0005, which described how centers or family homes can request exceptions to Foundational Quality Standards. I assumed these standards would be more rigid, but it was interesting to see that allowances can be made for special circumstances, as well as the process to go about making such a request.

3. These WACs will definitely influence how I care for children on a daily basis, and I’ve already recognized some of these requirements in action at the center where I work. It’s interesting to read up on the specific rules behind why we operate the way we do.

[Maryna Kryvenko]

1. Discoveries About the WACs: The WACs provide detailed regulations on child safety, staff qualifications, and program quality.

2. Surprising Aspects: Some regulations, like strict staff-to-child ratios and detailed reporting procedures, may be more extensive than expected.

3. Influence on Daily Practice: The WACs shape daily routines by guiding supervision, lesson planning, safety, and interactions, ensuring a structured and safe environment.

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[madelynne]

While completing the activity, I discovered that the WACs cover a wide range of areas, from health and safety to curriculum and family engagement. I was surprised by how detailed some of the requirements are, particularly around cleaning, sanitation, and record-keeping. I can definitely see how the WACs will influence my day-to-day practice, as they provide clear guidelines to ensure a safe, supportive, and high-quality learning environment for children.