I would like to see the process for licensure in a private school streamlined. As a private school. we are closely monitored through the accreditation process with VAIS and VCPE. Our before and after care for students is part of the accreditation process. We already require employees of our childcare program to have background checks, complete the Child Abuse and Neglect training, and participate in yearly training through in-service opportunities. They also must have CPR and first aid training along with MAT. Emergency drills for fire, shelter-in-place, and lockdown are also completed regularly. 

These programs are about 4 hours a day and usually don't involve food service needs other than an afternoon snack. All of the regulations that are in place now would remain because it's Best Practices. These can be reviewed through our governing bodies.