Special needs

Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me...”

Matthew 19:14

Welcome to the Sonshine Room, South Tulsa Kids Special Needs Ministry. The adaptive classroom and indoor playground are here to minister to families and children who have special needs. Your child is very important to us, and we have sought to provide Christian education and care utilizing trained leaders, clean and safe surroundings, and a well-balanced curriculum designed to meet the needs of children from preschool through fourth grade. It is a privilege for us to serve you and to work with you in the spiritual training of your child.
Please contact Debbie Steen to make a reservation for Sunday or to tour the facility.

Our Objectives

The objective of the special needs ministry is to provide children,
birth through fourth grade, with a loving and safe environment that allows parents time to worship and study God’s Word. We strive to lay spiritual foundations that guide each child to a personal relationship with Christ.

Arrival

The Sonshine Room is inside the preschool area that is located near the Chapel and Atrium – signs within the building will point you in the right direction. Someone will be a the Preschool Welcome desk to greet you and be of assistance.

Security

A security tag will be issued at the Welcome Desk. Only the parent, or other authorized adult who presents the security tag will be allowed to pick up the child.

Sunday Bible Study

Sunday Bible Study provides age-appropriate Bible teaching activities to lay a foundation for faith in the lives of children.

Special Needs Ministry Policies and Procedures
South Tulsa Family Ministry Policies

Staffing

Adult volunteers, who have completed an application and background check, will staff the special needs area. A volunteer “buddy” will assist children with teaching time and activities. A “buddy”may be an adult, youth, or older school-age student.

Sonshine Room at South Tulsa

SUNDAYS

8:30 a.m. Sonshine Kids (preschool – fourth grade)
9:40 a.m. Sunday Bible Study (preschool – fourth grade)
10:50 a.m. Sonshine Kids (preschool – fourth grade)

Reservations are Required

Parent Participation

Parents should contact the director to arrange a tour of our facility and request a registration form. The Special Needs Ministry Family Questionnaire should be completed and returned before the first visit to familiarize our team with your child so we can serve them with excellence. The director will request a meeting with parents to ask follow-up questions to ensure a successful first visit.

Special Needs Ministry Family Questionnaire 

Attendance

Regular attendance, positive conversation about church, and patience, will help alleviate separation anxiety. Any personal belongings should be labeled in advance.

Monitors

Parents may check on their children by viewing the monitors at the Welcome Center. A hostess will be happy to visit the room if needed.

Assistance

Parents will be notified on their cell phone if assistance is needed during ministry time. Children older than four (4) years old and in pull-ups will need parents to change them. 

Pick Up

Arriving for a child promptly a the close of each session will help with transitions. Only an adult with a security tag will be able to pick up a child. Please pick up at the Sonshine room.

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