
Typical Day
Typical Day
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Morning Greeting - greeting the children as they enter the classroom with their parent, fostering a strong partnership with families
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Daily Routine - putting away their things, washing hands, finding their name and joining peers
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Group Meeting - listening to the teacher, taking attendance, sharing stories, singing songs, discussing our work for the day
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Daily Choices - choosing teacher-planned, inquiry and play-based activities in the interest centers
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Snack time – healthy options given to children
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Outdoor Play - on our preschool-specific playground
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Music & Movement
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Catechesis of the Good Shephard - utilizes Montessori teaching principles to help children develop an informed and genuine relationship with God; takes place across the hall in our Atrium
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Prayer – incorporated into everyday activities
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Special Guests/Visitors - Santa, Dental Hygienist, Music with Miss Meghan, Monsignor Billian
Center Highlights - Centers are developmentally-appropriate to each age group
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Dramatic Play Space
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Curiosity Corner (Science)
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Writing Center
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Math Center
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Block Center
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Fine Motor Space/Finger Gym
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Large Group Space
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Prayer Table
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Cozy Corner/Calming Space
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Art
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Sensory Table
Engagement Outside the Classroom - We believe that curriculum is enhanced through activities that involve our families, school, and parish community.
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Monthly Family Fieldtrips
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Pilgrim Picnic celebrating Thanksgiving
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Santa Saturday
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Preschool Art Show for family & friends
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End of Year Family Celebration
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Home Visits before your child starts school
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Elementary School collaboration- Buddy Class visits, visits to the kindergarten classrooms, meet and greet with the kindergarten teachers
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Catechesis of the Good Shephard – a Montessori-based environment where children have an opportunity to learn about Mass and the Sacraments