Discover joy... joy in learning, joy in faith, and joy in friendship
How we teach
We believe that children learn best when they are fascinated in what they are learning. Our goal is to respond and build upon the interest of the children. By observing children's play and by listening and interacting in conversations, teachers can get an understanding of what children are naturally curious and excited about.
Our staff creates weekly curriculum plans that are flexible and open-ended. This allows them to follow the child's lead, introducing new and exciting activities to further their interest and discovery.
Along with building social skills, problem solving skills and fostering independence, we believe this approach builds motivation and a foundation for life long learning.
Our campus
Trinity Lutheran Church graciously shares all areas of the building with the preschool. Children get to experience:
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Chapel time in the Nave
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Weekly music enrichment classes with Cantor Mark in the music room
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Family events and other special events in Jeppson Hall
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Playtime in a full size gymnasium
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Outdoor play and learning in the spacious grounds and private playground
Faith
Our goal is to provide our children with a Christian environment while nurturing their capacity to grow spiritually, socially, emotionally, physically and cognitively.
We reinforce concepts such as respect, compassion, community outreach and cooperation. We recognize the individual needs and differences in each child: "I am fearfully and wonderfully made." (Psalm 139). We work side by side with parents offering support and encouragement during these important child rearing years.
Growing in faith is part of our weekly curriculum:
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Chapel services are offered once a week in which the Pastor teaches songs, read stories from the children's Bible and shares the love of Christ.
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In the classroom, connections are made between faith and daily life.
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A spirit of service is cultivated as the preschoolers regularly engage in community outreach projects.
Activity
Our time together includes a variety of experiences. Here are some of the activities we offer:
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Open-ended art projects with a wide range of mediums
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Hands-on sensory exploration
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Large-motor outdoor and gym time
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Cooking projects
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Free play with dramatics, blocks, and a wide range of manipulative items
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Science and math activities
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Weekly chapel time
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Music enrichment classes
"When we treat children's play as seriously as it deserves, we are helping them feel the joy that's to be found in the creative spirit. It's the things we play with and the people who help us play that make a great difference in our lives."
-Fred Rogers
