Welcome to Room 7

Welcome
Thank you we are honored to be partnering with you

in your childs preschool experience. This may the first year or some of you may be returning. Our Philosophy. Our Teaching methods play based, hands on exploration and discovery. The arts and STEM in preschool.

Our Roles
Parents You are the professionals of your child. You know your

child better than anyone. We will come to you for help.

Teachers We are here to facilitate learning in a fun, relaxed,

safe and caring environment. We are your resource and we take our role as a partner in your childs learning very seriously. We have background and understanding in the development of children and will be establishing an environment that promotes the desire for learning. We view the students as our priority. Their learning will be individualized based on their developmental needs.
and discover in hands-on meaningful experiences.

Students All students are encouraged to try new things, explore,

What to Expect Dealing with First Day Anxiety

Our students respond in many different ways. Some will

come in and push their parents out the door. Others will not let you get out the door. The different responses is very normal and for those that go through the separation anxiety, it can be stressful for the parents. We are ready for anything! Please let us know if this will be your childs first time away from you. Do not sneak out or leave when you think your child is distracted. Give a hug and kiss good-bye so they are reassured you are coming back.

Transition Tips Preparing for the First Day

Bring your child to the school for a tour and meet us!
Visit our playground. Talk about the activities your child will be doing in

school. Limit over-talking and over-convincing of how great school is. Your child will begin to pick up on your stress.

Daily Schedule
Sign in Be on time for drop off (9am) and pick up (12noon). Students will wash their hands then meet in circle and

hear a story, and do group discussion. They will then explore centers until 10:15am. We will go outside from 10:15 to 10:45 We will have snack from 10:45-11:15 Our library time is from 11:15 11:30 Music and movement from 11:30-11:50 Preparation for dismissal (art, papers, recollection of days activities)

Dress code Dress for Success

Change of clothes appropriate for weather

Clothes should be such that can easily pull down for

the restroom Students shouldnt not want to do activities in worry of getting clothing dirty. Shoes that they can run and play safely (not princess slippers, flip flops, and shoes that are overly big) Appropriate dress for the weather we go outside in cold weather

Snacks and parties

We serve 1 snack during your childs day. Snack in a bag or lunchbox that has their name and date

nutritious (no candies, soda). No peanut or peanut butter foods (ok if processed or manufactured in share facility) We do not have a way to heat or keep items cold consider this when choosing your childs snack. Allow them to help choose and prep. Children are not allowed to share snacks.. You are more than welcome to celebrate your childs birthday by bringing in a special snack must be store bought so I can read label.

Goals for the Year

We will provide activities and experiences that will cover all

developmental areas. Social Skills Increase ability to handle set-backs Math understand numbers have a meaning; 1:1 correspondence; counting by assigning value; grouping and sorting by similarities Science understand cause and effect, Social Studies understanding how we are different and the same; community helpers Literacy understanding parts of a book, role of author and illustrator, recall details of stories Vocabulary use of expanded sentences, increase use of vocabulary words learned in class Writing understanding line functions and letter recognition by describing the line formations. Begin to make recognizable letters and describe the formation of lines used to make the letters.

How we Assess and Monitor Progress

We monitor progress daily based on our interactions and observation

of the activities your child is involved. We provide written reports 2 times a year based on those classroom observations. We measure skills by whether or not it is observed, if they have not demonstrated the skill, if they are progressing or if they have achieved the skill. Since we monitor development on a daily basis, we will inform you if we are seeing a regression of skills or social skills that we are working on. You will not be surprised when you get our written report. You can meet with us at any time. We may ask to meet with you if there are any changes that are affecting your childs progress. Minimally, we will meet with you 2 times a year to discuss your childs progress. Important note on your childs classroom assessment we get a snapshot of your childs abilities. If we arent observing some skills here but your child is displaying them at home, please let us know.

Partnership - Communication
You can expect open and professional communication

from us. We will provide you will daily updates on your child. If you need us, we are here. If you feel that something could affect your childs day, let us know. We will keep all communication confidential. Life happens - it helps to know if there are things going on. It isnt always pleasant but, if it affects you or your child, we care.

Partnership Parent Involvement

You are welcome to visit the classroom We invite families of diverse backgrounds to share

cultural experiences with the class We have a Parent Advisory Board We have volunteer opportunities for the center We have volunteer opportunities for the classroom

Teacher Interaction Positive Guidance

Three year olds are becoming more independent and

verbal but they still lack the ability to talk through conflicts They test rules and even challenge adults as they are asserting their independence Some children are still using their bodies to explore Television and video games play a strong influence on interaction with others We will provide students with the words to encourage problem solving with peers We will provide modeling to encourage appropriate interactions We will provide students with opportunities to work through set backs (understanding we all make mistakes )

Final thoughts
Holistic and team approach focus is on the whole

child Open line of communication Classroom tour activity samples Questions and Answer session