Saint Joseph's Preschool Information and Guidelines for 2010-2011
                                      A Non-Profit Organization
                            Located at 100E 50N  LaGrange, IN  260-463-3472


MISSION STATEMENT:
Our goals have been developed to promote the emotional, social, cognitive and physical development of each child.  St. Joseph's Preschool was developed based on the philosophy that each child is a unique individual with a variety of interests, needs and abilities.  Emphasis is placed on providing a warm and nurturing environment while giving emotional support and encouragement that all individuals can grow to their fullest potential.
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The preschool is managed by a group of individuals who wish to serve the children of the community by giving of their time.  Feel free to contact them with any of your questions or concerns.
Teacher - LeAnne Yoder...562-3729      Asst Teacher - Paula Guyton ...317-383-7344
Board Members - Laurie Trost...463-7598    Rachel Stroop ...367-2773  Katie Yoder
    Teresa Schiffli...499-3541
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ENROLLMENT:
To children ages 3 to 5 on a first come first served basis.  Four year old children must be four (4) by August 1.  All children must be potty trained.

TUITION, PAYMENT DUE DATES, DISCOUNTS:
Tuition is $55.00 per month for the 3/4 year old class.  Tuition is $65.00 per month for 4/5 year old class.  Tuition is due on the FIRST OF EACH MONTH.   Make checks payable to Saint Joseph's Preschool.  No refund will be made for illness or vacation taken by family during the school year.

If your payment is late we will send a reminder home on the 15th of the month.  If tuition is not received by the 30th, then child/children will not be able to attend until account is brought current.

We will offer a 10% discount to families that have 2 or more children enrolled in the preschool. 

DAYS AND TIMES OF CLASS:
The 3/4 year old class will meet on Tuesday and Thursday from 8:30 to 11:00 am.  Class size will be limited to 12 students.  The 4/5 year old class will meet on Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 8:30 - 11:30 am.  Class size will be limited to 15 students. 

If the morning classes are full, and we have at least 8 children registered, an afternoon class will be added for that age group.  Times for those classes are 3/4 year old:  12:00 to 2:30 pm and the 4/5 year old:  12:15 to 3:15 pm.

DROP OFF AND PICK UP:
There will be a teacher outside to greet the children upon arrival and take them from the cars.  The teacher will also put the children in their cars when they leave.  There is no need for you to leave your car unless you arrive late.  If you need to pick your child up early, please feel free to park in front of the church and come in.

You will be asked to provided a list of people who have permission to pick up your child.  Your child will NOT be released to anyone that is not on the list without written permission from a parent.  Please inform the teacher if there are any changes to the list.  It is the parent's responsibility to arrange PROMPT pick-up for the child.

CURRICULUM:
We are using Saxon Early Learning which is also used in the Lakeland School Corporation for Kindergarten and First Graders.  This curriculum will cover math, science, art, social studies, language and social skills and emotional, physical and health development.

CLASSROOM NO-NOS:
No play weapons or violent toys will be allowed at the preschool.  Please do not send toys to preschool, except on Show and Tell Day. 
Chewing gum is not allowed.

DISCIPLINE:
Participation and cooperation is encouraged.  Redirection and brief separation from group activities (time out) will be used in instances where a teacher may need to correct a child.  Parents will be notified of any unusual behavior or problems.

RESTROOMS:
Each child must be able to use the restroom on their own.  This is for our protection as well as your child.  If your child is prone to accidents, please provide a change of clothing in their book bag.

CLOTHING:
Children should dress in play clothes that allow for easy movement.  If your daughter wears dresses or skirts, please use tights or shorts underneath.  Gym shoes are best for preschool play.  Slip on shoes, sandals, boots and dress shoes are not recommended.  Please send extra clothing in case of an accident.

SICKNESS:
If your child is running a fever or vomited the night before school, please keep him/her at home.  We would like to keep from spreading viruses as much as possible.  If your child comes down with chicken pox, strep throat or something very contagious, we would like to know as soon as possible.  If your child becomes ill at preschool, the parent/emergency contact will be notified.

LICE:
If any child comes to school with head lice or nits, the child's parents/emergency contact will be notified to come and pick the child up.  The child will not be able to return until treatment has been complete.  Please notify the teacher if your child has lice, so that she can notify the other parents.  Names will be kept confidential.

SNACKS AND BIRTHDAYS:
Your child will be asked to provide snack/juice or milk at least once a month.  We suggest healthy snacks.  Your child will have a chance to celebrate their birthday.  If your child's birthday is during the school year, we will celebrate it on that date or the closest date.  If your child has a summer birthday, we will celebrate an UNBIRTHDAY during the school year.

SCHOOL SUPPLIES:
8 Washable Markers (basic colors)          Large Book Bag       8 Crayons (basic colors)
Glue Sticks (2)                                       Small Art Box          
Folder for taking home papers                  Extra set of clothes in case of an accident

SCHOOL CANCELLATIONS:
We follow Lakeland School Corporation for weather cancellations and delays.  Listen to Thunder Country (105.5) for cancellations.
If there is a two hours delay, morning classes will start at 10:00 am and end at the regular time.  Afternoon classes will be held at the original starting time, unless school is cancelled.
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*The times and sequence listed on the following schedules are an example of how our day may go.  These times may change due to needing more time in one area or another.

Three and Four Year Old Preschool Schedule *
8:30 to 9:00 am - Free Social Time - Playtime in the gym.
9:00 to 9:15 am - Pick Up Toys and Restroom Break
9:15 to 9:30 am - Gathering Time - Attendance, Calendar, Shape, Number of Week
                                                   Show and Tell on Thursday
9:30 to 9:45 am - Literature - Story time
9:45 to 10:15 am - Small Groups - Working with small motor skills, recognizing names
                                                   craft activity
10:15 to 10:30 am - Restroom Break, Snack Time and Library Time
10:30 to 11:00 am - Large Motor Skills Time - Weather permitting we will be outside, 
                                                                   otherwise this will time will be in gym
11:00 Dismissal

Four and Five Year Old Preschool Schedule *
8:30 to 9:00 am - Free Social Time - Playtime in the gym.
9:00 to 9:20 am - Pick Up Toys and Restroom Break
9:20 to 9:40 am - Gathering Time - Attendance, Calendar, Shape, Number of Week
                                                   Show and Tell on Friday
9:40 to 10:00 am - Literature - Story time
10:00 to 10:30 am - Small Groups - Working with small motor skills, practice skills.
                                                    letters and numbers, craft projects
10:30 to 11:00 am - Restroom, Snack and Library Time
11:00 to 11:30 am - Large Motor Skills Time - Weather permitting we will be outside, 
                                                                   otherwise this will time will be in gym
11:30 Dismissal