HDFS Children's Programs: Operating Schedule

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In case of inclement weather or other emergencies, the HDFS Children’s Programs follow the emergency management procedures of Penn State.

Hours of Operation

Child Development Laboratory: 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday
Bennett Family Center: 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday

July 1, 2009 - June 30, 2010

The programs will be closed on the following days during the 2009–2010 academic year:

Month Number of Days Closed Number of Days Open Explanation of Days Closed
July 1 22 Independence Day - 7/3/2009
August 5 16 Center closed for extensive cleaning, set up of rooms, Professional Development - 8/17/09 – 8/21/2009
September 1 21 Labor Day - 9/7/2009
October 1 22 In-service Day; Staff attending PA Early Childhood Conference - 10/26/2009
November 3 17 Thanksgiving Holiday - 11/25, 11/26, and 11/27/2009
December 6 17 Winter Break, University Holiday 12/24 – 12/31/2009
January 2010 1 20 New Year Holiday, University Holiday - 1/1/2010
February 1 19 In-Service Professional Dev. and Room Organization - 2/12/2010
March 5 17 Spring Break, Center Cleaning and Maintenance - 3/8/2010 – 3/12/10
April 1 21 In-service Day, Professional Dev. and Room Organization - 4/23/2010
May 1 20 Memorial Day, University Holiday - 5/31/2010
June 0 22  
TOTAL 26 234