ABC Preschool (Ages 4-5) Ashley Nagel Mission Statement At ABC Preschool, we strive to provide a safe and developmentally appropriate environment for preschool age children.We teach to the needs of each individual child and cater to their interests. Our focus is to provide a stimulating and hands-on educational experience which promotes each child's social/emotional, physical, and cognitive development. Philosophy At ABC Preschool we believe in child-centered and play-based learning.We believe that each child is important, as well as their individual interests.We believe that children explore and discover through play.We encourage children to use their senses and imagination to create and act out life scenarios, while discovering the world. Curriculum Aligned with the
Early Learning Guidelines ELG is based on scientific research, the values of professionals in the Early Childhood profession, and the importance of young children and families. The Guidelines were created for use in a preschool, daycare, or home settings. The Guidelines stress the importance of school and family relationships, and show respect for the cultural differences that each student will bring to the classroom.The Guidelines are understandable for parents, and reassure the parents that developmentally appropriate practices are of the utmost importance. Early Learning Guidelines
The Guidelines incorporate eight domain areas including, health and physical development, mathematics and logical thinking, social and emotional development, approaches to learning, expressive arts and creative thinking, language and literacy, science and problem solving, and social studies. Daily Schedule 8:45 9:00 Arrival/Greeting/Children get settled
9:00 9: Circle Time/ Morning Meeting 9:15 10: Work time/Center Time 10:00 10:15Literacy Instruction 10:15 10: Free play 10:45 11: Snack and an Read Aloud 11:05 11: Language and/or Math instruction 11:30 11: Show and Tell 11:45-12: Dismissal- Free play Students will have show and tell time every Thursday. Students caregivers will provide snacks for their own student, or bring treats for the class on special days. Four Week Overview Week One: Week Two:
Monday- Explore the classroom and meet classmates.Treasure hunt to discover the classroom.Ice breakers to meet friends. Wednesday Classroom rules. Acting out the rules. Thursday- All about me day.Show and tell of a favorite thing. Week Two: Monday- Working together.Build towers in pairs. Wednesday- Read book that discusses differences.Rainbow Fish Discuss the Golden Rule and how to treat everyone with kindness. Thursday- Discuss Birthday traditions in each childs family.Ask children to bring a picture of themselves from a past birthday for the birthday board to be displayed in the classroom. Four Week Overview Week Three: Week Four:
Monday-Discuss types of feelings.Role play/ act out feelings. Wednesday How to deal with being angry.Turtle Technique. Thursday- Identifying feelings.Fishing for Feelings Week Four: Monday- A week.Make A sounds.Write the letter A.Read Ten Apples up on Top. Wednesday- Alligator A art project.Read Alligator Baby. Thursday- Review sounds and review writing the letter A.Taste the letter A; make apple sauce.Bring in Show and Tell items that go with the letter A. Kindergarten Transition Plan
Plan several evenings throughout the school year and summer where students are able to go to the Kindergarten room. Students and families will meet the Kindergarten teacher. Students and families will participate in group activities that show kindergarten readiness skills. Students will be familiarized with the classroom, building, and playground. Parents will attend meetings that describe activities and routines they can create at home to be sure their child is ready for kindergarten, and also ask questions of the kindergarten teacher. I, as the preschool teacher, will compile a portfolio of projects throughout the year to pass on to the Kindergarten teacher.It will contain assessments, projects, quotes from the student, a list of favorite books and activities, and pictures from their preschool experience. Dates, Times, & Costs Dates of Operation- September 3rd, May 6th, 2015 Days each week Monday, Wednesday, Thursday Times :00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m. Projected Number of Children Tuition per Month (per child) $100 Tuition per Year (per child) $900 Application fee (One time cost) $25 We do! (Classroom Rules)
We do please! We do Thank You! We do Kindness! We do Honesty We do Compliments! We do May I? We do Its Okay! We do Quiet! We do Hugs! We do Healthy! We do Clean and Tidy! We do Raising Hands! We do Happy! Classroom Diagram The classroom is located on the main floor of the Catholic church education building. The room can be converted from a single room to two smaller classrooms by pulling the curtain divider. Supplies and Budget Art Supplies Science/ Math Writing Area
Crayola Art Supply Bundle x 3 $48 Pencils (small 144pc) $12.99 Erasers (24 pc) $9.98 Scissors (small 12 pc)- $24.88 Easel Paper (2-500 sheets) $33.00 Washable Tempera Paints (6 pack) $5.97 Dry Erase Boards (10pc) $22.48 Dry Erase Markers (2 6pc) $8.36 Aprons (12 pc) $14.99 Easel $79.99 Paint Brushes (144 pc) $13.67 Paint Trays (25 pc) $14.99 5 Shelf Book Shelf $87.99 Construction Paper (672pc) $11.74 Liquid Glue (12pc) $5.52 Glue Sticks (24pc) $7.68 Large Dry Erase Board $39.88 Science/ Math Mobile Cart/ Table $192.64 Nature Exploration Kit $124.89 Magnifiers (12pc) $21.99 Shape set (100 pc) $129.95 Counting Laces activity Kit $9.99 Writing Area Table adjustable 6 foot $109.88 Use Dry Erase Boards, pencils, markers Handwriting Paper (50pc x 4) $25.00 Reading Area Canopy $49.99 Rocking Chair $61.97 Big Pillows (set of 3) $199.00 Books $200 Supplies and Budget Dramatic Play Large Muscle Kitchen Set $39.99
5 pc Table and Chairs $48.88 Play Food Assort. $49.99 Cooking Utensils (12 pc) $19.99 All Around Dress Up Center $279 Doctor Office Tools $24.99 Baby Dolls $129.95 Career Costume Set $349.00 Farm Felt Set $18.89 Felt Story Board $49.95 Large Muscle Movement scarves (2 sets of 6) $29.58 Colored bean bags (2 sets of twelve) $31.98 Guidecraft Soft Balance Beam $95.99 Excellerations See Me Tunnel (6 (2)) $59.98 Ultimate Ball Kit (set of 14) $66.95 Low Density Foam Balls (set of 6) $68.95 Large Blocks (2x48 pc)$91.98 Trike (2) $57.76 Refrigerator box (Cut in half and covered) for storage. Step2 Naturally Playful Lookout Tree-house $155.14 Supplies and Budget Sensory Table Fine Motor
3 Tub Sensory Table $288.69 5 bags of Cotton balls (400ct) $18.40 Pinto Beans $18.89 Dirt (on the farm, river, etc.) Free! Flour 25 Pound Bag $11.58 Gardening Set (7pc) $13.99 Farm Animals Set $19.99 Wooden Play Trucks (10pc) $25.99 Beach Set (8pc) $16.65 Fine Motor Foam Alphabet Puzzle Play-mat $36.99 Puzzle Sets (letters, numbers, & signs) $34.99 Wooden Pattern Blocks (250pc) $18.99 Wooden Lacing Beads $19.99 Tinker-toys (65pc) $16.05 Magnetic Blocks (144pc shapes) $24.99 Lincoln Logs (122pc) $29.05 Supplies and Budget Music
Music and Movement Kit (96pc) $186.00 Rhythm Set (15 player) $63.99 Storage RiverRidge Kids 6 Bins Storage Unit- Espresso $76.99 Coat/Backpack Rack (2x4 w/ Pegs to hang coat/backpack) $13.68 2- 3 Shelf Book Shelf $43.98 Storage Cart (3 drawer) $18.97 2x 5 Shelf Book Shelf $175.98 Developmentally appropriate tables and chairs are supplied by the church as they use the room on weekends and Wednesday evenings for class. Supplies Total- $ Supplies and Budget Income: Expenses: Tuition (12 students)
Monthly- $ Yearly- $10,800.00 Application Fees One time- $300.00 Grants (Help with start-up costs) $ Expenses: Rent (including utilities)- $550.00 Advertising (for beginning of school year)- $25.00 Start-up Supplies- $ Accreditation- $450.00 Insurance (Annually)- $1000 Start-up expenses Total- $ Estimated Income Total- $16,100.00 Possible Grants Target Arts, Culture, & Design in Schools Grant-
Target funds in-school arts programs that enhance students' classroom curricula by bringing the arts and cultural experiences to schools, such as in-school performances, artist-in-residency programs and workshops in schools. ($2000) Target Early Childhood Reading Grant- Target funds programs that foster a love of reading and encourage young children, preschool through third grade, to read together with their families. Reading grants support programs such as library story-times and family reading nights. ($2000) LEGO Childrens Fund Grants- The LEGO Childrens Fund provides grants for collaborative programs to organizations that focus on early childhood education and development; technology and communication projects that advance learning opportunities; or sport or athletic programs that concentrate on underserved youth.(The maximum award is $5000.) Possible Grants ND Early Childhood Education Environment Grant-
Champion Creatively Alive Children Creative Leadership Grant (Crayola)- Grant for building your schools creative capacity.Each grant-winning school receives $2500 and $1000 of Crayola products. Campbells Labels for Education- Campbells Labels for Education program gives schools free educational equipment in exchange for labels and UPCs from various products. The maximum award varies. ND Early Childhood Education Environment Grant- Aid in covering costs incurred to get the physical learning space ready for early childhood programs. (Up to $5000) Rules and Regulations Class size is approximately 12 students.
ABC meets all health, fire, and safety standards. The classroom has adequate space (35 sq. ft per child). No transportation service. The teacher (me) will have a bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education and Elementary Education Parents will be encouraged to participate in the childs education as a classroom aid. (Volunteer) A family outreach program is implemented and parents receive informational packets weekly to extend their childs learning at home. Licensed through NAEYC. Resources Supplies and Budget
Mission statement adapted from, (WCSU) Classroom Rules, Classroom regulations, Supplies and Budget Lowes Discount School Supply Walmart Target Lakeshore Learning