417-335-4948
Presbyterian Preschool
420 W, Main Street
Branson, MO 65616
United States
ph: 417-335-4948
fax: 417-337-8110
alt: 417-334-3468
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CURRICULUM & ACADEMIC CONTENT
THE CHILDREN WILL PARTICIPATE IN MANY LEARNING ACTIVITIES DURING THE YEAR. THESE EXPERIENCES WILL INCLUDE SCIENCE, ART, SOCIAL STUDIES, NUMBERS, LETTERS, LANGUAGE, AND SPIRITUAL TRUTHS.
FREE PLAY is planned to include outside activities as well as inside activities. Free play is an important part of the child’s learning process; therefore it is important that the child arrives on time for class. During this time he or she learns how to play with children in unstructured group situations.
CIRCLE TIME is devoted to unit lessons, stories, songs, and group games.
QUIET TIME/SNACK PREP TIME: When the snack is being prepared, the children will have a quiet time. While waiting their turns to use the restroom to wash their hands, they will enjoy a book, an individual game, or a toy.
SNACK TIME is not only for eating, but also for practicing good table manners and for having some “new taste” treats. Our basic snack is milk or juice and graham crackers. We also prepare foods that are appropriate for use with certain units of study. You are welcome to bring a healthy snack on your helper day. The Missouri Department of Health requires that food brought for snack time must be prepackaged items, unopened with a current expiration date. Fresh fruits and raw vegetables must be washed and prepared in the classroom. Milk and water are available at Preschool. Cookies, candy and sweets are discouraged unless it is a birthday. Sign up sheets will be posted if we have special needs for food items for the holidays. We prefer not to overload your child with sweets and we pay careful attention to children with food allergies. PLEASE DO NOT BRING NUT PRODUCTS.
CRAFT TIME allows children an opportunity to work with many kinds of art materials. Art smocks are worn when children are using paint and every effort is made to prevent clothing stains. Please help us by dressing children appropriatly for crafts and play.
OUTDOOR PLAY gives the children a chance to play vigorously. Dress your child in comfortable play clothes and shoes. Do not send your child to school in dress clothes and shoes. Our playground is surfaced with the highest quality of safety surfacing, but will sometimes leave black scuff marks on shoes and clothes. Stains can be easily and safely removed with "GOOP" automotive cleaner. Attention to appropriate clothing for the type of weather is important too. If the weather is cool, be sure to bring a jacket for outdoor play.
SHOW AND TELL is valuable to our program. It gives children an opportunity to have something to say to the group. However, it can be very time-consuming, so please help us by limiting your child to ONE item. Show and Tell days are scheduled ONLY ON YOUR HELPER DAY. Toys brought from home for show and tell must be left in the child’s locker. The Missouri Department of Health requires that the children, either inside or outside the classroom, cannot handle pets brought to Preschool for show and tell. Pets brought in must be confined to a cage. Reptiles, i.e. snakes, lizards or turtles may not be brought to school. Please discuss bringing a pet with your teacher prior to the day of show and tell.
BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS:You are welcome to celebrate your child's birthday at Preschool. If you choose to do this let the teacher know and tell her your plans. The parties need to be "no present" parties. If you are having a birthday party at home inviting all children in the class, you may bring invitations to school to distribute. If you are only inviting a portion of the class, please mail the invitations. This saves hurt feelings.
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Presbyterian Preschool
420 W, Main Street
Branson, MO 65616
United States
ph: 417-335-4948
fax: 417-337-8110
alt: 417-334-3468
bransonp