Is it necessary to have a mission statement in place?

[Smitha]

it is necessary to have a mission statement in place.A mission statement connects this original vision or idea for the program with what the program actually does on a daily basis. Mission statements give staff and families a clear idea of how the program's views and philosophy are part of their daily practice.

[Julianachaves]

Yes, it's necessary. With a mission everyone knows what that institution wants. The family understands better the work of the school and what they do to improve the lives of the children.

[grathbun]

it is very necessary for there to be a mission statement, it gives not only staff but the families a clear outline about the centers philosophy of learning.

[Jennifer]

It is just as necessary as a doctor having a mission statement.

[Yuri]

It is necessary to have a mission statement so that you can have a better understanding of how you would like your day or your week to go.

[amelia]

Yes, having a mission statement in place is very important because it communicates the childcare facility's aims to the parents and serves as a guiding principle for staff.

[Haley]

It is vital to have a mission statement in place because it allows, administration, families, and staff to all be on the same page about the philosophy of the center and what they should expect.

[ashleyeden]

A mission statement is necessary to display your intentions for others and to set goals to become a better center every day.

[Erica]

It is necessary to have a mission statement in place because it describes the daycares idea of how they believe children should be treated and how they uphold that statement. Without a mission statement in place the parents or other licenser wouldn't know what is important to that daycare.

[Willsmichelle36]

Having a mission statement is important as much as going to the doctor's for help are going to a family member and asking for help