Kindergarten prep

The Kindergarten Prep Program has many different hands-on activities that incorporate academics and will prepare your child for Kindergarten. Through Heggerty Phonemic Awareness curriculum and Handwriting Without Tears program students are introduced to reading and writing through the use of phonetic spelling and high frequency sight words. The Kindergarten Prep teachers typically start the day with Circle Time. It includes a greeting, a focus on literacy (reading a book, etc.), group discussions, and “Calendar,” which incorporates math and pattern recognition. “Center Learning Time” is another important aspect of the day with practice in literacy, math, fine motor skills or art. During centers the children may work on pronouncing and blending words/sounds, reading, counting, number value, exploring paint tools and a variety of painting techniques. In the classroom, the children are exposed to a variety of literature including: fiction, non-fiction, songs and poems, encouraging group discussions and promoting critical thinking skills. Practical math applications along with an introduction to earth sciences provide opportunities for independent discovery and hands-on exploration. Lunchtime is usually around 11:30AM and in the early afternoon the children have a rest and reset time. The Kindergarten Prep Program also focuses on social and emotional growth by integrating Conscious Discipline into their activities so that students can enter Kindergarten with confidence. The children love the playground and have plenty of time outside to enjoy being active with their friends. Once a week they have the chance to visit the Art Studio, Tinkering, Chicken Coop and Nature Lab where they can participate in hands-on learning from the wonderful outdoor classroom teachers of the Glenn. All of our teachers are wonderful at presenting new activities and creating a love of learning, preparing students for years to come.