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The After-School Arrival Handoff

Know the place. Confirm arrival. Approve changes.

15 minutes to prepare and practiceFree · Two-page fillable PDF

Companion to An After-School Check-In Plan Before a Child Goes Elsewhere.

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Example: the receiving grandparent confirms arrival. A friend’s invitation waits for approval from the agreed caregiver.

01Set the arrival

Record the actual supervised arrangement.

02Confirm the handoff

Choose a method both ends can use.

03Approve the next plan

A confirmed arrival does not approve another trip.

04Check a missed message

Plan adult action and review the actual failure.