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73 www.pdop.org early childhood / preschool 2021-2022 SCHOOL YEAR: Playschool, Preschool & Pre-Kindergarten Age-appropriate play and a nurturing environment provide young children opportunities to develop socially, emotionally, and cognitively with hands-on exploration, experimentation, and socialization. Teacher-directed activities and center time play engage your child in literacy, math, science, art, and motor activities while creating an experience focused on 21st century problem-solving and flexible thinking habits. Fewer program choices are being offered than in the past. If a program is full, please sign up for the free waitlist. Preschool, Playschool & Pre-Kindergarten Playschool Build educational excitement! Social skills (taking turns, listening, sharing) and daily themed activities (ABCs, counting, story times, songs, games, and projects) are emphasized in a welcoming environment. ** Supervisor: Barb Grooms **Potty training not required but parents/ guardians will be contacted to return to school to assist children aer accidents. Preschool DCFS LICENSED Students make academic and social gains through authentic discoveries tailored for each child. Creativity, independent thinking, confidence and age-appropriate academic topics are taught through hands- on experiences. Relationship building with peers and other adults is highly valued in a welcoming environment. Every child's strengths are embraced which prepares them for future school success. ** Supervisor: Barb Grooms Spanish Preschool Young students will hear both English and Spanish in this bilingual environment. ey will feel valued as they explore letters, numbers, themes, shapes, colors, and various concepts in a nurturing atmosphere. Problem-solving, real-life connections, and peer relationships are explored through math, reading, social, and science discovery; all while exploring both languages. Supervisor: Barb Grooms Nature Preschool Nature is an amazing teacher when children engage in hands-on activities both inside and out. Multi-sensory, nature- based play experiences are the vehicle for individualized learning, problem-solving, and concept integration in the Austin Gardens Environmental Education Center. Low teacher/ child ratios promotes social, emotional and academic readiness. Supervisor: Barb Grooms Pre-Kindergarten DCFS LICENSED Teachers skillfully create child-specific hands-on experiences that provide for writing, math and reading readiness skills. Social and academic opportunities are provided through independent, small, and large group work. Social skills, innovation, and problem solving habits are fostered in a collaborative class culture, creating a strong learning foundation. Supervisor: Barb Grooms 2 YEAR OLDS 3 & 4 YEAR OLDS 4 YEAR OLDS These programs will proceed based on State and Local government guidelines. Required Face Coverings All Playschool/Preschool/Pre-Kindergarten/Enrichment students and teachers are required to wear face coverings in Phase 4 at all times, even while playing outside. (Eating snack and drinking are the only exceptions.) Social distancing guidelines set by DCFS and IDPH are followed.