Quote Originally Posted by Islandmama123 View Post
Should I be resending my sick policy to them? I would like to do it in a friendly manner, yet I want them to know I am dead serious that I am not putting up with this any more.

Yes - resend it with a firm reminder that it's part of your agreement and not optional.

You could do that with an e-mail about it being cold season and then be firmer, stricter when they show up with a sick child. Don't be afraid of quizzing them at the door if they mention their child being off at drop off times and don't be afraid to deny care if you learn they've been dosed up, had a fever the night before etc.

It gets easier to say "unfortunately, as you know, I cannot take little Johny until he's been home for min 24 hours fever free. Please keep me updated but he cannot come in today."

If/when they put on the pressure about being unable to have time off/the child being okay other than the fever, then you can reply that you do empathize but unfortunately your hands are tied and you aren't allowed to accept them.It is possible to be friendly and firm without being confrontational. If it helps, practice what your reply might be so it's ready if needed.