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DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION LICENSE
The philosophy of Little Stars Nursery School is designed to coincide with the general philosophy of the entire program at Shining Stars. (Please see page 1 of 6 – parents’ handbook). The goal of the nursery school program will also follow the guidelines of the preschool philosophy. (Please see page 1 or 2 Preschool Program).
In addition, nursery school is designed to give each child the added opportunity to grow to his/her fullest potential in the areas of self-worth, intellectual, perceptual, emotional, physical and social development.
Educational activities will include reading readiness skills, language development, number concepts, gross and fine motor skills, and music. The entire school day will be conducted in an atmosphere of security, warmth and acceptance of each child’s own individual needs. Positive reinforcement will be stressed.
The nursery school program’s goal is to develop within each child the readiness skills, emotional security and independence needed for them to experience a very successful kindergarten year.
Special Parties
We will have special parties in nursery school for Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas/Hanukkah, Valentine’s Day and Easter. Mrs. Morgan will post a sign-up sheet for your convenience so that you may contribute to the party of your choice. Your child may celebrate his/her birthday in school. Please let Mrs. Morgan know of your plans. Please sign up on our calendar in the hallway.
Snack Time
We will have a small snack daily in nursery school. It will consist of a snack and a drink. We will ask each family in nursery school to donate either a large box of crackers or a gallon of juice periodically throughout the school year. A reminder note will be sent home with your child when it is your turn to contribute. Please do not allow your child to bring any other food to nursery school to eat. Please never send popcorn or anything made with peanuts or nuts for snack.
Little Extras
Please send an old tee shirt or a smock for your child to wear during painting time and art class.
Personal Space
Each child will be provided with a space to hang coats, store paint shirts and an extra set of clothes.
Health Policies
See handout. Click Here for Forms & Policies.
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Schedule
We are planning to have lots of fun and happy times during our days in nursery school. The daily and monthly schedules are included to give you an idea of what we will be learning this year.
Daily
Approximate Time
Arrival, free play, art (individual or group)
8:45 AM-10:00 & 12:00-1:15
Circle time and readiness (roll call, weather, calendar work, show and tell, unit work, songs and fingerplays)
10:00-10:30 & 1:15-1:45
Bathroom and hand washing
10:30-10:45 & 1:45-2:00
Snack time
10:45-11:00 & 2:00-2:15
Music/games
11:00-11:05 & 2:15-2:20
Story time
11:05-11:15 & 2:20-2:25
Dismissal
11:30 am - 2:30 pm
Monthly
Each month a different unit will be introduced in addition to colors, shapes, numbers and the alphabet.
Nursery School Units 2009-2010
September – Let’s Get to Know Each Other and Let’s be Friends
October – Fire Safety, Changing Autumn Colors, Halloween Fun
November – Native American Indians and Pilgrims and Let’s Be Thankful
December – Holiday Happenings
January – Super Science and Planets in Space
February – Dynamic Dinosaurs, Valentine Fun and Patriotic Songs
March – Spring is Here, Water Animals and Snakes
April – Extinct Animals, Backyard and Playground Safety
May – Pets We Love, Healthy Food and Bodies
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