Preschool

An integrated program providing a high quality experience for preschool age children. Warm and caring staff will provide plenty of "hand-ons" developmentally appropriate activities that will help your child grow and learn. Children will be exposed to a variety of experiences to improve self-image, socialization skills, language and cognitive skills, and small and large motor development.

Parents are encouraged to become actively involved in their child's learning. A variety of activities are published in the monthly newsletter sent home with each child.
For more information please contact:

Traci Heidebrink
Bright Beginnings Teacher/Coordinator (3-year-olds)
320-274-3058
theidebrink@annandale.k12.mn.us

Angel Donnay
Kindergarten Connection Teacher/Coordinator (4 & 5-year-olds)
320-274-3058adonnay@annandale.k12.mn.us

Christine Schultz
Wee Irish Preschool Teacher (3-5-year olds)
320-963-7468
schultzc@maplelake.k12.mn.us

Bright Beginnings and Kindergarten Connection Preschool classes are held at the Community Education Center located at 50 Chestnut Street East and Wee Irish Preschool classes are held at the Maple Lake Elementary School located at 200 Hwy 55 East.
Classes are open to children who will be at least three years of age on or before September 1st, 2011.
Fee: Tuition is based on a sliding fee scale

DAILY SCHEDULE
Arrival: Teachers work with parents and children to make the change from home to school comfortable.
Free Play: Children choose their own activity. They may choose to play in many developmentally areas such as art, blocks, books, dramatic play area, math, science, or sensory areas.
Opening: In a large group, teachers and children share ideas and participate in songs, fingerplays, music making, and stories.
Learning Stations: In small groups, teachers and children take part in activities relating to the weekly theme.
Snack Time: This is a time for visiting, helping yourself, taking turns, learning routines, and eating healthy.
Large Motor Play: Children practice skills like jumping, throwing, running, climbing, balancing and pedaling.
Good-Byes/Ready to Go: Preparing to go home is a big job. Teachers and children work together.