As a parent, it is important for you to be aware of the environment your child is in when she is away from you. You want to know that she is in safe and capable hands, whether she is at school, in child care, at a friend's home, or being cared for in your own home. You want to know that she is in an appropriate environment where she can learn and grow, and that she is being cared for like you care for her. The information in this section will help you be involved in your child's life even when she is away from you.