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PDOP-Spr-Sum-23

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86 www.pdop.org Supervisor: Natalie Kurek early childhood / preschool 2023-2024 SCHOOL YEAR: Playschool, Preschool & Pre-K 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. e Park District follows the School District 97 calendar. If a program is full, please sign up for the waitlist free of charge. For questions, contact Natalie Kurek, Program Supervisor at (708) 725-2155 or email natalie.kurek@pdop.org. 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. ** **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. ** 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 promote social, emotional and academic readiness. 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. 2 YEAR OLDS 3 & 4 YEAR OLDS 4 YEAR OLDS REGISTRATION NOW OPEN: 2023-2024 School Year (Feb 5, Open to all) Program/Days Ages Dates Time Location Monthly Tuition Res Fee - Fee Playschool - Mon/Tu/Wed 2 Sep 5 - May 22 9:00 - 11:00A Longfellow Center $234 - 254 Playschool - Thur/Fri 2 Sep 7 - May 24 9:00 - 11:00A Longfellow Center $157 - 177 Preschool - Mon/Tu/Wed 3-5 Sep 5 - May 22 8:45 - 11:45A Carroll Center $234 - 254 Preschool - Th/Fri 3-5 Sep 7 - May 24 8:45 - 11:45A Carroll Center $155 - 175 Nature Preschool - Mon/Tu/Wed 3-5 Sep 5 - May 22 8:45 - 11:45A Austin Gardens $292 - 312 Nature Preschool - Th/Fri 3-5 Sep 7 - May 24 8:45 - 11:45A Austin Gardens $190 - 210 Pre-Kindergarten 4-5 Sep 5 - May 24 8:30A - 12:00P Carroll Center $440 - 460 *$100 non-refundable administration fee is due at the time of registration.

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