Pre-K

Pre-K Teachers

Academy of Our Lady...

Building the Kingdom... One child at a time

  

PHILOSOPHY:

The Academy of Our Lady

Encourages our children to care for one another, be respectful of individuals and to celebrate our individuality.

 

RELIGION

Our Religion program encourages children to live the basic principles of the Catholic Faith through:

bullet

Bible Stories

bullet

Living lessons such as sharing and forgiveness.

bullet

Developing an appreciation for the wonder of God.

 

PRE-K PROGRAM STRENGTHS:

bullet

Interactions and activities designed to develop children’s self-esteem

bullet

Positive exposure to a full elementary school environment

bullet

Every child is given love and nurturing with dignity and compassion

bullet

Positive reinforcement of social skills

bullet

Introduction to all curricula areas
bullet

Math Skills

bullet

Pre-Reading Skills

bullet

Music

bullet

 Arts

bullet

Large classrooms including bathrooms

bullet

Certified teacher assisted by full time aide

bullet

Computer availability

bullet

State of the art secured playground

 

 ENROLLMENT REQUIREMENTS:

bullet

Children must be 3 years of age by October 1st & the year of enrollment

bullet

Copy of Birth Certificate

bullet

Physical exam submitted prior to start of school year

 

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION or to arrange a visit, please call 201-445-0622

 

CLASS AVAILABILITY:  

Pre-K Sessions:

AM Morning:

8:30 - 11:00 am

PM Afternoon:

12:00 - 2:3O pm

 

Three-Year Olds:

Tuesday and Thursday --AM

Monday Wednesday & Friday-- AM

Monday through Friday - AM classes available

Four-Year Olds:

Monday Tuesday Wednesday-AM with option to add Thursday and Friday AM.

Monday Tuesday Wednesday & Thursday PM

 

*Pre-K Enrichment Program (PEP):  

Afternoon PEP:

1 1:00-2:30 pm 1-3 day option Monday - Thursday

*Program is for children who attend the morning 4 year old class  

 

Morning PEP

8:30-12:00 pm 2 or 4 day option Monday - Thursday

*Program is for children who attend the afternoon 4 year old class

 

After Care Program:

Daily 2:30-5:30 PM  

Patricia Keenaghan, Principal

 

 

Pre-K Enrichment Program (PEP):

bullet

Optional 1-4 Day Afternoon PEP 11:00-2:30 pm.  Offered to children registered in the morning 4 year old class.

bullet

Optional 2 or 4 Day Morning PEP 8:30-12:00 pm.  Offered to children registered in the afternoon 4 year old class.

bullet

Provides a well-rounded multiple intelligence approach to learning
bullet

Specialized computer class

bullet

Library time

bullet

Music class

bullet

Enables child to experience a full day of school activity

bullet

Develops social interaction during lunch and outdoor play

bullet

Taught by a Certified Early Childhood Teacher

bullet

“Seeds of Faith” Religious Program

 

Parental Involvement:

At Academy of Our Lady, parents are viewed as an integral part of the development of their children. Opportunities exist for parental participation on a variety of committees, including:

bullet

Class Parents

bullet

Holiday Classroom Performances

bullet

Breakfast with Santa

bullet

Family Socials
bullet

Picnics

bullet

Snow Tubing

bullet

Skating

bullet

 Bingo Night

bullet

Pool Party

 

Since the Pre-K program is an integral part of Academy of Our Lady, parents are also invited to join in the school’s various volunteer programs