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2008 - 2009
Class
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12:15 p.m. to 2:45
p.m. Monday through Friday,
September through May |
Cost:
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$275 per month +
non-refundable $65 registration fee |
Classes:
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For children who turn four by March 31, 2008
Composed of 20 children with one
teacher approved by the Maryland State Department of Education to teach in
non-public schools and one assistant teacher. |
Goals:
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Prepare the child
for kindergarten with an emphasis on alphabet recognition, phonetics,
pre-reading skills and handwriting. Opportunities for social, emotional,
physical and cognitive development with additional multi-sensory
activities. |
Christian
Education:
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Chapel Time
- children gather in the sanctuary once weekly for a Bible message/story
and to sing songs with our music teacher. Hear two to three Bible stories
per month. |
Curriculum:
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Learning Centers
- Science, Exploration Table, Art, Math manipulatives, Book Corner,
Listening Center, Writing Center, Block Building, Sand/Water table,
Housekeeping, Computer, puzzles and fine-motor manipulatives. |
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Language Arts - Alpha Tales plus Scholastic
Flip and Read program to introduce alphabet
recognition and phonics. Activities also include rhyming, sequencing,
dictated stories, creating alphabet books, author units, Christian nursery
rhymes, fairy tales, Clifford Weekly Readers for use at school, Take
Clifford Home program, books, Big Books, and flannel stories with extended
art activities and dramatic play. |
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Math -
Emphasis on counting, numeral recognition, writing numerals, one-to-one
correspondence, number sets, shapes, classification, patterns, sequencing,
graphing, number lines and activities involving the calendar (day, month,
year and seasons). Frequent classroom cooking experiences focusing on
measuring, following directions and sequencing. |
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Science -
Encourage exploration, experimentation and questioning with special units
about the ocean, outer space, animals, the four senses, magnets, weather,
dental health, pets, birds, dinosaurs and reptiles. |
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Social Studies
- Units include manners, friendships, families, pilgrims and American
Indians, postal office, community helpers, transportation and seasonal
classroom parties. |
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Music and Rhythms
daily in the classroom. |
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Physical
Education every day - outdoor play, games, and large motor activities. |
YOU ARE INVITED TO VISIT!
We welcome the opportunity to host visits to our school for any
prospective parent. Please call Jessica
Coughlin
or Cathy Fantacci at 301-977-5787 to
schedule an appointment. Or email us at schooloffice@gppk.com.
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