Pre-K Program
Guidelines for enrollment eligibility are established by state regulations. The Pre-K Program Program serves children who are four years of age on or before December 1st of the current school year. Children must also be identified as having at least two documented risk factors. "At Risk" is defined by the State Department of Education and includes a list of 24 factors.

To enroll your child, please bring:

*Required to start

Lauren Chom
Director of Early Childhood Programs

810.760.1880 - phone

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Brenda L. Spencer
Pre-Primary Staff Specialist

810.760.1344 - phone

Mae Buckner
RN, MSA, NCSN

810.760.4094 - phone

Debbie Barrett
Secretary

810.760.1344 - phone

Lynch Jones
Transportation

Philosophy

The Pre-Kindergarten Program is based on a child development approach to learning. Each child is seen as a whole person. Activities are planned which encourage the child to progress developmentally in all areas: intellectual, social, emotional, and physical. We believe that all children progress at their own rate and that we can facilitate that development by providing a healthy, stimulating learning environment. We realize that children can vary in their levels and rate of development. Therefore, in planning activities, we constantly appraise each child's needs and interests and do not compare children.

Included in our philosophy, is the belief that young children learn best by exploring their environment and learn by doing. A substantial portion of the day is scheduled for child-selected activities in learning centers. We also recognize that children need the structure provided by adult-directed learning activities that are developmentally appropriate. Therefore, a portion of the day also includes large and small group, adult-directed activities designed to help the child understand concepts and extend language skills. Activities also increase attention span and provide experiences in group settings.

Another belief we hold is that for a child to function optimally, he/she needs to be healthy. We therefore, have a health education component in which we encourage children to eat nutritious foods and establish healthy habits in their lives.

We regard parents as the primary teachers of their child. Because they are so important in the lifetime learning experiences of their child, their involvement in our program is of crucial importance. We encourage parents to participate in classroom activities, help with program development, and work with staff to plan activities for their child.

Goal

The goal of the Pre-Kindergarten Program is to provide comprehensive services to four year old at-risk children. Learning opportunities are offered which encourage the children's natural curiosity, their need to explore and solve problems successfully, and above all, their need for positive feelings about themselves and others. Parents are seen as partners in this process and are encouraged to participate in all phases of the program.

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