Desert Bloom Learning AcademyLas Cruces, NM

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🌵 Blooming through knowledge and imagination | First Day of Childcare: Aug 17 | 32 Funded NM Pre-K Spots Available

Licensed Early Learning Academy · Las Cruces, NM

Where Every Child
Grows & Blooms

Welcome to Desert Bloom — a locally owned, ECECD-licensed place in Las Cruces where your child is known, encouraged, and given room to grow. We currently serve infants and toddlers, with 32 grant-funded NM Pre-K spots for eligible 3- and 4-year-olds, and our school-age program is opening soon.

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ECECD Licensed New Mexico PreK Provider Locally Owned in Las Cruces

Our Story

Blooming Through Knowledge & Imagination

Desert Bloom Learning Academy is a newly opened, licensed early learning and enrichment center in Las Cruces, built with a bigger vision for child care: to build an environment where children are not simply cared for — they are known, challenged, protected, encouraged, and prepared for what comes next.

We follow New Mexico ECECD standards, and every classroom is built around one belief: young children learn best by doing — growing, building, tasting, and exploring.

Programs by Age

A Classroom for Every Stage

From first bonds to big-kid independence, every classroom at Desert Bloom Learning Academy is built around age-appropriate, hands-on discovery.

6 Weeks & Up

Infants

Bonding, responsive care, and support for early milestones in a warm, calm environment.

Infant 1Full

6 weeks–6 months

Infant 2Full

6–12 months

Infant 3Full

12–18 months

Ages 1–2

Toddlers

Guided play and movement that builds independence, language, and confidence.

Toddler 1Full

18–24 months

Toddler 2Full

24–36 months

Ages 3–4

Mixed-Age Full Day Plus Prek Slots for 1380 instructional hours

High quality NM Pre-K mixed aged grant funded classrooms.

Mixed Age PreK 19 available

Mixed Age PreK 211 available

Ages 5–12

School-Age

Now under construction and opening before the New Year — 60 spots for continued learning, creativity, connection, and care beyond the school day.

Coming Soon

New Mexico Pre-K · Tuition-Free

Is Your Child Eligible for Free NM Pre-K?

If your child will be 3 or 4 years old before September 1st, they may qualify for our tuition-free, state-funded Pre-K program — regardless of family income. Desert Bloom Learning Academy is a proud New Mexico Pre-K provider with 32 grant-funded slots in our Mixed-Age Pre-K classroom.

Full NM Pre-K curriculum with STEAM-integrated learning
A home visit from your child's teacher before their first day
A caring, consistent teacher your child gets to know
No cost to eligible families

“We believe the relationship between educators and families begins before the first day of school.” Our Mixed-Age Pre-K educators are currently completing home visits with enrolled families.

Grant-Funded Pre-K Spots

Open to all eligible 3–4 year olds in Las Cruces — apply before spots fill for the current enrollment window.

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Coming Soon · Essential Worker Waitlist

Overnight & Non-Traditional Care Is Coming to Desert Bloom

We’re expanding to serve essential workers throughout Las Cruces who work overnight or non-traditional shifts — hospital staff, first responders, and anyone caring for others around the clock. Spaces for ages 6 weeks–2 years are opening within the next 6 months and filling up now.

No cost to join the Essential Worker Waitlist
Universal Childcare covers tuition in full, regardless of income
Employees of Mountain View Hospital, Memorial Medical Center & Three Crosses Regional Hospital highly encouraged to join

Ready to reserve your spot? Call or text us at (808) 688-7498 to join the waitlist.

Essential Worker Waitlist

Ages 6 Weeks–2 Years · Spaces open within 6 months & filling up now.

Call or Text (808) 688-7498

Our Approach

Learning, Rooted in the Real World

Every day blends structured curriculum with hands-on, sensory experiences children remember.

STEAM-Integrated Discovery

Science, technology, engineering, art & math woven into daily play and projects.

Social & Emotional Growth

Warm relationships and consistent routines help every child feel safe, seen, and ready to explore.

Outdoor Exploration

Daily outdoor play connects children with New Mexico’s desert environment.

Life Skills & Creative Expression

Real-world responsibilities and open-ended art build confidence and independence.

Peace of Mind

Safety & Trust, Built In

ECECD Licensed

Regulated by the NM Early Childhood Education & Care Dept.

Daily Family Updates

Secure check-in & communication through our family app.

Small Groupings

Age-appropriate classrooms sized for individual attention.

Home Visits

Pre-K families meet their teacher before the first day.

Meals by Simply Fresh

Daily meals proudly sponsored by Simply Fresh, Las Cruces.

How It Works

Enrollment Is Open

Download & Complete the Application

Fill out the Child Care Assistance Application (PDF) — this is the first step, before enrollment opens online.

Complete Your Enrollment Packet Online

Once your application is filled out, head to our secure Brightwheel portal to finish your enrollment.

Meet Your Teacher

Pre-K families receive a home visit before day one, so the relationship starts before school does.

Ready When You Are

Start With Your Application

Download and complete the State of NM Early Childhood Education & Care Department Child Care Assistance Application first — it's required before we can open your enrollment packet online.

First Day of Care · Aug 17

Step 1: Download Application

Step 2: Already completed your application? Continue to your enrollment packet online → (you'll need to create an account first if you don't already have one — click “Don't have an account?” → “Parent” → “Get Started” on the sign-in page)

Using New Mexico Child Care Assistance? See what to do next →

(575) 463-3764 (575) 463-3900 (808) 688-7498

A Peek at Our Center

Built for Hands-On Discovery

Story Time

Creative Play

Our Classrooms

Outdoor Play

A full photo tour is coming soon — schedule a visit to see the center in person.

Visit & Contact

Come See Us in Las Cruces

Have questions about enrollment, eligibility, or a tour? Reach out any way that’s easiest for you.

Address

4460 E. Lohman Avenue, Suite 5
Las Cruces, NM 88011

Phone

(575) 463-3764 · (575) 463-3900 · (808) 688-7498

Email

desertbloomacademylascruces@gmail.com

Hours

Monday–Friday · 6:30 AM–6:00 PM

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Family Resource

Using New Mexico Child Care Assistance

A quick guide for Desert Bloom Learning Academy families applying for — or transferring — New Mexico ECECD Child Care Assistance.

1Complete & Submit Your Application

Make sure your Child Care Assistance Application is filled out in full, signed, and dated before submitting it. ECECD may also ask for supporting documentation to determine your eligibility.

Where to submit it

ECECD — Las Cruces / Southwest Region
2100 Summit Ct., Suite A, Las Cruces, NM 88011

ECECD Early Childhood Services: 1-800-832-1321

Bring your completed, signed application
Bring any supporting documentation ECECD requests for your household
Let the representative know your selected provider is Desert Bloom Learning Academy
Ask whether anything else is needed to complete or process your case
Keep a copy or photo of everything you submit

Once you receive any documentation about your case or placement, please send Desert Bloom Learning Academy a copy so we can update your enrollment file.

2Already Receiving Assistance?

If your family currently receives Child Care Assistance with another provider and wants to transfer to Desert Bloom Learning Academy, we can accept:

A Notice of Action, when applicable
A completed Change Report / provider-change document showing you've requested the change — view or print the Change Report form

New Mexico rules require families to notify ECECD and their current provider at least 14 days before changing providers. Without that notice, your family may be responsible for payment to the new provider until payment to the previous provider ends.

A Request to Our Community

“Families always retain the right to select the child care provider that best meets their family’s needs. However, if your child is currently enrolled elsewhere and receiving consistent, appropriate care, we respectfully encourage you to consider transferring providers only when the change is truly needed, or Desert Bloom Learning Academy is a substantially better fit for your family.”

As a newly opened program, we're working hard to keep available placements accessible to Las Cruces families who currently have no child care and urgently need it to work, attend school, or support their families. This doesn't stop any family from choosing Desert Bloom Learning Academy — we simply ask our community to be thoughtful about capacity, so together we can reach families facing the greatest barriers to care.

3After You Submit Your Paperwork

Stay in touch with your ECECD caseworker and respond quickly if more documentation is requested. Once everything required has been received, ECECD must process the application within 10 working days — if anything is missing, they'll let you know what's needed.

When you receive your Notice of Action, placement information, approval, or any other Child Care Assistance documentation, please send Desert Bloom Learning Academy a copy as soon as possible so our team can complete your enrollment and billing.

Ready to Start?

Download the Child Care Application

Complete this first, then bring it to your local ECECD office along with any supporting documents.

Download Application

(575) 463-3764 (575) 463-3900 (808) 688-7498

Our full Infant & Toddler Enrollment Packet (ages 6 weeks–36 months). Print it, fill it out by hand, and bring it in — or save time by reviewing it here first.

INFANT & TODDLER ENROLLMENT PACKET

For children 6 weeks through 36 months • Rev. August 2026 • Universal Child Care Enrollment Only

Blooming through Knowledge and Imagination

Welcome to Desert Bloom Learning Academy. This packet is designed to collect the family, health, emergency, feeding, and authorization information needed to provide safe, responsive, individualized care for infants and toddlers.

Before Your Child’s First Day

□Complete and sign all applicable sections of this packet.

□Provide an up-to-date immunization record or an approved public-health exemption.

□Provide at least two local emergency contacts and a current authorized-pickup list.

□Complete emergency transportation and medical treatment authorization.

□Provide information about allergies, medical conditions, medications, special health needs, and any applicable care plans.

□Complete the infant/toddler care routine and feeding plan so educators can follow your child’s individual patterns.

□Complete CACFP / food program forms and any required meal-modification documentation, as applicable.

□Complete your Desert Bloom / Brightwheel enrollment profile and sign the Universal Child Care Enrollment & Services Agreement.

□Review the Desert Bloom Learning Academy Family Handbook and sign the handbook acknowledgment.

□Provide legal/custody documents when applicable (for example: guardianship, restraining orders, powers of attorney, or court orders).

Universal Child Care Enrollment Requirement

• Enrollment requires an active ECECD Universal Child Care / Child Care Assistance authorization naming Desert Bloom Academy LLC d/b/a Desert Bloom Academy (“Desert Bloom”) as the provider. An authorization may include an active placement agreement or other written ECECD authorization, including presumptive eligibility when applicable.

• Desert Bloom does not offer private-pay or self-pay enrollment for this infant/toddler program. Charges for ECECD-authorized care are governed by ECECD and the Universal Child Care Enrollment & Services Agreement.

• Care may begin on or after the effective date of an ECECD authorization naming Desert Bloom as the provider. Desert Bloom does not provide a self-pay “bridge” while authorization is absent, pending, expired, closed, or assigned to another provider.

• Families must promptly complete required ECECD actions and notify both ECECD and Desert Bloom of changes that may affect authorization, the approved provider, or authorized care.

• The applicable ECECD authorization controls funding and approved care. New Mexico law, ECECD rules/directives, and licensing requirements control if they conflict with this packet or the Family Handbook.

Questions? (808) 688-7498 | desertbloomacademylc.com

Desert Bloom Learning Academy | 4460 E. Lohman Avenue, Suite 5 | Las Cruces, NM 88011 | (808) 688-7498 | Infant & Toddler Enrollment Packet • Rev. Aug 2026

ENROLLMENT APPLICATION

Child Information

Child’s full legal name: Preferred name:

Date of birth: Age: Gender (required):

Pronouns (optional):

Home address:

Mailing address (if different):

City/ZIP: Household phone:

Home language(s): Primary language for family communication:

Parent / Legal Guardian Information

Parent/Guardian 1

Name: Relationship:

Cell phone: Email:

Home address (if different): City/ZIP:

Current employer / place of employment (or N/A): Work phone:

Employer address:

Parent/Guardian 2

Name: Relationship:

Cell phone: Email:

Home address (if different): City/ZIP:

Current employer / place of employment (or N/A): Work phone:

Employer address:

Additional legal guardian (if applicable): Phone:

Desert Bloom Learning Academy | 4460 E. Lohman Avenue, Suite 5 | Las Cruces, NM 88011 | (808) 688-7498 | Infant & Toddler Enrollment Packet • Rev. Aug 2026

PROGRAM PLACEMENT, PERMISSIONS & COMMUNICATION

Enrollment & Program Information

Requested start date: Classroom / age group:

□Infant 1 (approximately 6 weeks–6 months)

□Infant 2 (approximately 6–12 months)

□Infant 3 (approximately 12–18 months)

□Toddler 1 (approximately 18–24 months)

□Toddler 2 (approximately 24–36 months)

Enrollment funding: □ECECD Universal Child Care / Child Care Assistance (REQUIRED) ECECD authorization / case #:

General Permissions

□Sunscreen: I authorize Desert Bloom educators to apply sunscreen according to product directions and center policy.

□Insect repellent: I authorize Desert Bloom educators to apply insect repellent according to product directions and center policy.

□Diaper cream: I authorize application of my child’s individually labeled diaper cream according to written instructions.

□Licensed-premises outdoor activities: I authorize routine walking and outdoor activities on Desert Bloom’s licensed premises, consistent with center policy. Activities that leave the licensed premises require separate written authorization when applicable.

□Off-site activities / field trips: I understand separate written authorization identifying the destination, date, departure time, and expected return time will be obtained before any off-site activity when required.

Photo / Media Permission — please answer each category separately

□Yes □No — INTERNAL DOCUMENTATION / BRIGHTWHEEL: I permit photos/video for classroom documentation, family communication, and my child’s private Brightwheel profile.

□Yes □No — PUBLIC / MARKETING: I permit Desert Bloom Learning Academy to use photos/video on the center website, social media, printed materials, or community outreach.

Note: A “No” selection does not prohibit photographs or recordings required for safety, incident documentation, legal/regulatory compliance, or licensing purposes.

Parent/Guardian signature: Date:

Communication Preferences

Preferred routine communication: □Brightwheel daily reports/messages □Phone □Text when appropriate

Preferred language for family communication: Best contact time:

Desert Bloom Learning Academy | 4460 E. Lohman Avenue, Suite 5 | Las Cruces, NM 88011 | (808) 688-7498 | Infant & Toddler Enrollment Packet • Rev. Aug 2026

HEALTH, DEVELOPMENT & FAMILY PROFILE

Medical & Dental Information

Child’s physician / clinic: Phone:

Preferred hospital / emergency facility: Phone:

Dentist (if applicable): Phone:

Allergies (food, medication, environmental) and reaction(s):

Medical diagnoses, chronic conditions, special health needs, adaptive equipment, or other important health information:

Current medications (including rescue medications):

□My child has an Allergy / Anaphylaxis Action Plan attached.

□My child has an Asthma / Respiratory Action Plan attached.

□My child has another Individual Health / Medical Plan attached.

Infant / Toddler Routine & Development

What helps your child feel safe, calm, and connected?

How does your child communicate hunger, fatigue, discomfort, excitement, or the need for comfort?

What does your child enjoy most right now (people, songs, toys, sensory experiences, books, movement)?

What developmental goals or family priorities would you like us to support?

Are there cultural practices, family traditions, routines, words/phrases, or caregiving preferences you want educators to know?

□I am interested in family partnership opportunities, classroom activities, or sharing a family skill/tradition when appropriate.

□I give permission for developmentally appropriate screening/assessment used to individualize learning and care. Results will be shared with the family.

Desert Bloom Learning Academy | 4460 E. Lohman Avenue, Suite 5 | Las Cruces, NM 88011 | (808) 688-7498 | Infant & Toddler Enrollment Packet • Rev. Aug 2026

EMERGENCY, PICKUP & PERMISSIONS

Emergency Contacts

New Mexico child care center records require two local emergency contacts when a parent/guardian cannot be reached.

Emergency Contact 1

Name: Relationship:

Cell: Alternate phone: Local? □Yes □No

Emergency Contact 2

Name: Relationship:

Cell: Alternate phone: Local? □Yes □No

Optional additional emergency contact: Phone: Relationship:

Authorized Pickup

Only a parent/legal guardian or person authorized below may pick up the child. Desert Bloom Learning Academy will verify identification when necessary.

1. Name: Relationship: Phone:

2. Name: Relationship: Phone:

3. Name: Relationship: Phone:

I authorize the individuals listed above to pick up my child. Parent/Guardian signature: Date:

Persons NOT authorized to pick up:

Restrictions involving a parent/legal guardian require controlling legal documentation (such as a custody order, restraining order, guardianship, or power of attorney). Desert Bloom will follow valid legal documentation governing custody and release.

Emergency Medical Authorization

□I authorize Desert Bloom Learning Academy to contact my child’s physician or an emergency medical facility if needed.

□I authorize emergency medical transportation for my child when necessary.

□I authorize emergency medical evaluation and treatment when I cannot be reached and delay could place my child at risk.

Parent/Guardian signature: Date:

Desert Bloom Learning Academy | 4460 E. Lohman Avenue, Suite 5 | Las Cruces, NM 88011 | (808) 688-7498 | Infant & Toddler Enrollment Packet • Rev. Aug 2026

MEDICATION & HEALTH AUTHORIZATION

Desert Bloom Medication Standard

• Medication is administered only with written parent/guardian permission and required written directions. Prescription medication requires prescriber directions; non-prescription medication requires parent/guardian instructions.

• Prescription and non-prescription medications must be in the original container, labeled for the child, and include the medication name, dosage, and administration schedule.

• A designated staff member documents the dosage, date, time, and staff signature when medication is administered; the parent/guardian acknowledges the record on the day medication is given.

• Expired medication will not be administered. Medication no longer needed will be returned to the family or disposed of according to center procedure.

• Sunscreen, insect repellent, and diaper cream are treated as non-prescription medication for authorization purposes under New Mexico child care rules.

Medication Request / Authorization

Child’s name: DOB:

Medication name: Prescription? □Yes □No

Dosage: Route: Start date:

Time(s) to administer: End date / duration:

Special instructions / symptoms that indicate use / storage instructions:

□Medication is in its original container and labeled with my child’s name. Date received by center:

□Prescription: prescriber directions attached. □Non-prescription: parent/guardian instructions provided.

Parent/Guardian name: Phone:

Parent/Guardian signature: Date:

Daily Administration Record (Staff Use)

Date	Time	Dose	Staff signature	Parent initials/date

Desert Bloom Learning Academy | 4460 E. Lohman Avenue, Suite 5 | Las Cruces, NM 88011 | (808) 688-7498 | Infant & Toddler Enrollment Packet • Rev. Aug 2026

INFANT FEEDING PLAN • CACFP

Family-Directed Feeding Plan

Desert Bloom will follow each infant’s individual hunger/fullness cues, feeding pattern, developmental readiness, and written family instructions.

Infant’s name: DOB:

□Breast milk / expressed human milk

□Center-offered iron-fortified infant formula (brand/product: )

□Family-provided formula (brand/product: )

□Other medically required feeding / formula — medical documentation attached as applicable

Typical feeding times, amounts, hunger cues, fullness cues, and preferred feeding routine:

Bottle / Cup Information

□Bottle □Training / sippy cup □Open cup with adult assistance

Bottle/cup preparation or special instructions:

Solid Foods / Developmental Readiness

Foods should be introduced according to the child’s developmental readiness and family authorization. Educators will not introduce a new food without family communication/authorization when required by center procedure.

□Approved □Not yet □Avoid — Iron-fortified infant cereal

□Approved □Not yet □Avoid — Vegetables

□Approved □Not yet □Avoid — Fruits

□Approved □Not yet □Avoid — Meat / poultry / fish

□Approved □Not yet □Avoid — Eggs

□Approved □Not yet □Avoid — Beans / peas / lentils

□Approved □Not yet □Avoid — Yogurt / cheese (age/developmentally appropriate)

□Approved □Not yet □Avoid — Finger foods / soft table foods

Known food allergies, texture restrictions, cultural/religious food practices, or foods the family does not want offered:

Family Consent

I authorize Desert Bloom Learning Academy to feed my child according to this plan and to update the plan with me as my child’s feeding skills and foods change.

Parent/Guardian signature: Date:

Center note: Bottles of breast milk/formula and food brought from home must be labeled with the child’s name and handled according to center food-safety procedures.

Desert Bloom Learning Academy | 4460 E. Lohman Avenue, Suite 5 | Las Cruces, NM 88011 | (808) 688-7498 | Infant & Toddler Enrollment Packet • Rev. Aug 2026

DAILY CARE SCHEDULE & ROUTINE

Expected Attendance Schedule

Used for safe staffing, ratio planning, classroom transitions, meal counts, and consistent routines. This planning schedule does not change ECECD-approved eligibility or authorized care.

	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday
Arrival
Departure

Approved ECECD authorization / contract hours (if applicable): Effective date:

Sleep & Rest Routine

Typical nap times / sleep cues / soothing routine:

□My child is under 12 months. I understand Desert Bloom will place infants on their backs for sleep unless a physician provides written authorization for another arrangement.

□My child has a physician-authorized alternative sleep arrangement attached.

Pacifier use / comfort item information (if applicable):

Diapering / Toileting

Diaper brand / size / sensitive-skin needs / wipes preferences:

□Diaper cream authorization is completed on the Program Placement & Permissions page, if needed.

□My toddler is beginning toilet learning. I want educators to coordinate a consistent family-center plan.

Toilet-learning cues, words used at home, schedule, and preferences:

Desert Bloom Learning Academy | 4460 E. Lohman Avenue, Suite 5 | Las Cruces, NM 88011 | (808) 688-7498 | Infant & Toddler Enrollment Packet • Rev. Aug 2026

WHAT YOUR CHILD WILL NEED

Enrollment Documents

□Completed enrollment packet and signed service agreement

□Current immunization record or approved exemption

□Active ECECD Universal Child Care / Child Care Assistance authorization naming Desert Bloom Academy LLC d/b/a Desert Bloom Academy as the provider (required)

□Birth/age verification if needed for program eligibility or assistance

□Any custody, guardianship, restraining order, power of attorney, or other legal documentation that affects care or release

□Allergy, asthma, seizure, feeding, or other medical action plan, if applicable

□CACFP / food program household and infant forms, as applicable

Daily Supplies

□At least two complete, seasonally appropriate changes of clothing labeled with the child’s name

□Diapers sufficient for the child’s day (for children in diapers)

□Baby wipes and individually labeled diaper cream, if used

□Three labeled bottles/cups as needed for the child’s feeding plan

□Any family-provided breast milk/formula/food prepared and labeled according to center instructions

□Comfort/pacifier item only if allowed for the child’s age and classroom routine; pacifiers must be labeled

Safe Sleep at Desert Bloom

• Each infant is provided an individual crib that meets applicable standards.

• Children under 12 months are placed on their backs to sleep unless a physician authorizes another arrangement in writing.

• Infants do not sleep in car seats, strollers, swings, bouncers, high chairs, playpens, pack-and-plays, or other equipment not intended/approved for sleep under New Mexico center requirements.

• No pillows are used in infant cribs. Desert Bloom’s infant sleep space is kept free of loose or unsafe items.

• Educators respect each infant’s individual pattern of feeding, sleeping, and waking while maintaining active supervision and required ratios.

Please Label Everything

Label clothing, bottles, cups, pacifiers, diapering supplies, creams, and any family-provided food with your child’s first and last name. Desert Bloom may ask families to replenish supplies before they run out.

Desert Bloom Learning Academy | 4460 E. Lohman Avenue, Suite 5 | Las Cruces, NM 88011 | (808) 688-7498 | Infant & Toddler Enrollment Packet • Rev. Aug 2026

UNIVERSAL CHILD CARE ENROLLMENT & SERVICES AGREEMENT

Child & Service Information

Child’s name: Enrollment date:

Program / classroom: Scheduled days:

Contracting provider: Desert Bloom Academy LLC d/b/a Desert Bloom Academy (“Desert Bloom”). Enrollment basis: ECECD Universal Child Care / Child Care Assistance authorization ONLY — Desert Bloom does not offer private-pay or self-pay enrollment. An authorization may include an active placement agreement or another written ECECD authorization, including presumptive eligibility when applicable.

Universal Child Care Service & Cost Terms

New Mexico child care licensing requires the enrollment agreement to outline the services and costs provided by the facility. For ECECD-authorized care, Desert Bloom accepts the applicable ECECD reimbursement and does not independently charge private tuition, copayments, registration fees, educational or activity fees, supply fees, transportation fees, donations, or any other mandatory fee prohibited by ECECD for covered care.

ECECD authorization / case #: Effective date:

Approved unit: □Full Time □PT1 □PT2 □PT3 Family amount due for ECECD-authorized hours: $0*

Authorized schedule / placement notes:

* Current Universal Child Care policy is no-cost to families. If ECECD later lawfully assigns a family copayment in writing, only that ECECD-assigned amount applies. Desert Bloom does not independently set a copayment or convert the child to self-pay.

Family Responsibilities

□I will keep my contact, emergency contact, authorized-pickup, health, and custody information current.

□I will notify Desert Bloom of absences, schedule changes, ECECD authorization/placement changes, and changes affecting my child’s health or safety.

□I understand that an active ECECD authorization naming Desert Bloom Academy LLC d/b/a Desert Bloom Academy as the provider is required for enrollment and continued care. An authorization may include a placement agreement or another written ECECD authorization, including presumptive eligibility when applicable.

□I understand Desert Bloom does not offer self-pay bridging. If ECECD authorization is absent, pending, expires, closes, or no longer authorizes Desert Bloom, care may not begin or may be suspended until an active authorization is in place, subject to applicable law and ECECD direction.

□If I change providers, I will notify ECECD and Desert Bloom as required by applicable ECECD authorization and transition rules and will cooperate with any required notice or provider-change process.

Desert Bloom Learning Academy | 4460 E. Lohman Avenue, Suite 5 | Las Cruces, NM 88011 | (808) 688-7498 | Infant & Toddler Enrollment Packet • Rev. Aug 2026

LEGAL ACKNOWLEDGMENTS & SIGNATURE

Risk Acknowledgment, Family Representations & Limited Indemnity

□I understand that the legal provider and contracting party for this agreement is Desert Bloom Academy LLC, doing business as Desert Bloom Academy (“Desert Bloom”). I certify that the information I provide to Desert Bloom is complete and accurate. I will promptly disclose changes involving health, allergies, medication, custody, court orders, emergency contacts, authorized pickup, or ECECD authorization status.

□I understand that licensed group child care involves ordinary and sometimes unavoidable risks, including common childhood illness, minor bumps/falls, peer contact, and emergency events, even when reasonable supervision and safety procedures are followed. Desert Bloom does not guarantee an incident-free environment.

□To the fullest extent permitted by New Mexico law, I accept the ordinary risks inherent in lawful, age-appropriate group child care that are not caused by Desert Bloom’s negligence, reckless or intentional conduct, or violation of applicable law or licensing requirements.

□To the fullest extent permitted by New Mexico law, I agree to reimburse and indemnify Desert Bloom Academy LLC d/b/a Desert Bloom Academy, and its members/managers, employees, and agents, for third-party claims or losses proximately caused by my knowing material misrepresentation or failure to disclose required information, or by the wrongful acts of an individual I authorize during pickup, drop-off, or while on Desert Bloom premises, except to the extent caused by Desert Bloom’s negligence, unlawful conduct, or nonwaivable legal duty.

□Nothing in this agreement waives a right or remedy that cannot lawfully be waived, limits mandatory child-abuse/neglect reporting, limits a family’s right to contact ECECD or emergency authorities, or releases Desert Bloom Academy LLC d/b/a Desert Bloom Academy from duties imposed by New Mexico law, ECECD rules, or the facility license.

□If any provision of this agreement is determined unenforceable, the remaining provisions remain effective to the fullest extent permitted by law. New Mexico law governs this agreement.

Parent/Guardian initials confirming review of this section:

Agreement

I have reviewed the services, Universal Child Care funding terms, family responsibilities, and risk/legal acknowledgments in this agreement. I agree to notify Desert Bloom promptly if any information, authorization, custody restriction, medical condition, or ECECD authorization changes.

Parent/Guardian signature: Date:

Desert Bloom Academy LLC d/b/a Desert Bloom Academy representative: Date:

Desert Bloom Learning Academy | 4460 E. Lohman Avenue, Suite 5 | Las Cruces, NM 88011 | (808) 688-7498 | Infant & Toddler Enrollment Packet • Rev. Aug 2026

FAMILY HANDBOOK ACKNOWLEDGMENT & FINAL CHECK

Family Handbook Acknowledgment

I acknowledge that I have received or been provided access to the current Desert Bloom Learning Academy Family Handbook. I understand that the handbook contains Desert Bloom’s program information, health and safety practices, family involvement expectations, guidance policy, emergency procedures, enrollment/disenrollment practices, Universal Child Care authorization/placement procedures, confidentiality expectations, and other center policies.

I have had the opportunity to ask questions. I agree to follow the current policies and understand that Desert Bloom will provide notice when the handbook is updated.

Parent/Guardian printed name: Child’s name:

Parent/Guardian signature: Date:

Center witness / staff: Date:

Final Enrollment File Check • Staff Use

□Enrollment application complete □Infant feeding plan / CACFP forms

□Two local emergency contacts □Expected attendance schedule

□Authorized pickup list signed □Universal Child Care Enrollment & Services Agreement

□Emergency transport/treatment authorization □Family Handbook acknowledgment

□Immunization record or approved exemption □Brightwheel profile verified

□Active ECECD authorization verified

□Medical/allergy plans as applicable □Legal/custody documents as applicable

□Medication authorization as applicable □Photo/media choice recorded

Compliance Note

This Desert Bloom packet is designed to support the child-record, emergency-information, medication, infant/toddler care, enrollment-agreement, and family-handbook documentation requirements applicable to New Mexico licensed child care centers. It must be used together with the current Desert Bloom Learning Academy Family Handbook, the active ECECD Universal Child Care / Child Care Assistance authorization, CACFP forms, and any physician or legal documents required for an individual child. If this packet conflicts with applicable law, ECECD rules/directives, or an ECECD authorization, the controlling legal or ECECD requirement governs.

Desert Bloom Learning Academy • 4460 E. Lohman Avenue, Suite 5 • Las Cruces, NM 88011
(808) 688-7498 • desertbloomacademylc.com

Desert Bloom Learning Academy | 4460 E. Lohman Avenue, Suite 5 | Las Cruces, NM 88011 | (808) 688-7498 | Infant & Toddler Enrollment Packet • Rev. Aug 2026

Where Every ChildGrows & Blooms

Blooming Through Knowledge & Imagination

A Classroom for Every Stage

Infants

Toddlers

Mixed-Age Full Day Plus Prek Slots for 1380 instructional hours

School-Age

Is Your Child Eligible for Free NM Pre-K?

Overnight & Non-Traditional Care Is Coming to Desert Bloom

Learning, Rooted in the Real World

STEAM-Integrated Discovery

Social & Emotional Growth

Outdoor Exploration

Life Skills & Creative Expression

Safety & Trust, Built In

ECECD Licensed

Daily Family Updates

Small Groupings

Home Visits

Meals by Simply Fresh

Enrollment Is Open

Download & Complete the Application

Complete Your Enrollment Packet Online

Meet Your Teacher

Start With Your Application

Built for Hands-On Discovery

Come See Us in Las Cruces

Address

Phone

Email

Hours

Follow Along

Using New Mexico Child Care Assistance

1Complete & Submit Your Application

2Already Receiving Assistance?

A Request to Our Community

3After You Submit Your Paperwork

Download the Child Care Application

Where Every Child
Grows & Blooms