Curriculum Approach
All activities are planned around experiences that stimulate learning in all development areas - physical, social, emotional, and intellectual. Most importantly, all interactions and activities help develop a child’s self-image and a positive feeling toward learning.
Goals of our program are based on the Wisconsin Model Early Learning Standards.
Curriculum Goals
2.5 Jumpstart Goals
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independence
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following directions
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increasing attention span
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communication skills
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creativity
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sharing
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developing gross and fine motor skills
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Children must be 2½ years old by September 1st to begin our Fall session in September.
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Children turning 2 1/2 by March 1st of the following year, may enroll once they are 2 1/2 if there is availability in the classroom.
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We encourage active potty training at home, and teachers will assist children during this toilet training process.
Our 2½ year old program reflects our WEE KNOW philosophy which states that preschool children learn through play. Early social and emotional relationships determine school readiness.
3K Program Goals
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Verbalize first and last name.
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Recognizes first letter and at least one other letter in name.
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Sorts objects of two different colors accurately.
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Names and briefly explains pictures.
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Knows age.
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Follow simple two-step directions.
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Comprehends concept of same-different.
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Increased understanding of functions and grouping of objects.
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Recognize eight shapes.
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Accurately identifies basic colors.
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Introduction to letters and numbers.
4K Program Goals
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Print first name in proper form.
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Spells first name.
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Knows age and birthday month.
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Follow directions given in three parts.
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Uses concepts of yesterday, today, and tomorrow accurately.
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Sorts objects using size, color, and/or shape as criteria.
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Completes sequential patterns using blocks, etc.
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Knows his/her street, town, and telephone number.
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Dress self, including zipping and buttoning.
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Recognize letters and numbers.
