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Ready Teddy PreschoolPreschool Director, Cristina MarconiSchool Year September 9, 2013 – May 22, 2014Our preschool is designed for children ages 2.5 through 5 years old, including pre-kindergarten.Our curriculum is based on a non-repetitive four-year cycle.The following is a brief outline of what the curriculum offers for each age group.Illinois Early Childhood Standards and Benchmarks are used for learning curriculum.Additional information is available in our Parent Handbook. (Tuition is monthly)AGE: 2.5 – 3 Years$102.00 Non-resident $112.00Monday/Wednesday8:45 – 10:45 am11:00 – 1:00 pmTuesday/Thursday8:45 – 10:45 am11:00 – 1:00 pmAdditional class starts January 2014Tuesday and Thursday8:45 – 10:45 am11:00 – 1:00 pmLearning centered around play! In the early yearssocialization with others is important in getting ready forschool. Social skills and self-esteem will be enhanced.Alphabet time, counting time, painting, music and colorsare all part of the learning fun.AGE: 3 Years$106.00 Non-resident $120.00Monday, Wednesday and Friday8:30 – 10:30 am10:45 – 12:45 pm1:30 – 3:30 pmThis three times a week class has been designed forchildren who are 3 years of age. Focus is on readiness skillsthrough small and large group activities. Social, emotionaland physical needs of this age group will be developed. Artprojects, music, letters, numbers, colors, and daily gym areall incorporated.AGE: 4, 5 and Pre-KindergartenMondays/Tuesdays/Wednesdays/Thursdays3-hour morningsMonthly fee: $186.00 Non-resident $196.008:30 – 11:30 am2.5 hours, afternoonsMonthly fee: $171.00 Non-resident $181.0012:30 – 3:00 pmReading and math readiness skills are integrated intoa program designed to stimulate learning and buildself-confidence. Good work habits develop socialand communication skills. Individual achievement isrecognized and creativity encouraged. Art, music, dramaand computer workshop are all included. Gym is daily.“Book-It” and “Lets Find Out” are integrated into the Pre-Kindergarten curriculum. Five and five-year plus childrenwill be preparing for kindergarten.Registration forPreschoolRegistration for Preschool isopen throughout the year, aslong as there are spaces availablein the class. You may registerat the Park District Officeat 1501 Barnsdale Road. Wewelcome visitors. Please makean appointment by calling thepreschool line at 708-354-4157.Parent Orientation NightWednesday, September 4, 20136:00- 7:30 pm (without child)This evening will provide an opportunity to meet the PreschoolStaff, tour the school and receive additional informationpertinent to the 2013-14 school year. Class curriculum, field trips,special events, computer workshops, and discipline are a few ofthe topics to be discussed. Parent preschool handbooks, schoolcalendar and other handouts will be available.Open House for Families:Thursday, September 5, 2013 or Friday, September 6, 2013.Your confirmation letter will be specific to your child’sprogram. This is the opportunity for all children and theirparents registered for Ready Teddy Preschool to come and meetthe teacher, preview the classroom, and become familiar withthe school surroundings.First day of school for children will be:Monday, September 9, 2013.Flex SchedulingFlex Scheduling is an optional program, which can be combinedwith our Ready Teddy Preschool Classes and is availablebetween 8:00 am and 5:00 pm. Students of Ready Teddy, ages3 and older, which are toilet-trained, can register for the flexschedulingprogram. A twenty-four hour advanced notice isrequired. Some skip dates may apply. Information is availableby calling the preschool line at708-354-4157.Market DayReady Teddy is sponsoring Market Day.Participation is open to everyone.Enrichment ClassesWe have a large offering of enrichment classes. Additionalfees vary. Class descriptions and times are detailed within thisbrochure. Children are supervised to and from classes. Selectone or more of the following to enrich your preschooler’s day:Cooking, Computers, Sports, Arts, Music, Science, Mickey Math,and Rocket Readers.Resident Registration Form is located on page 34 9