Preschool Information |
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Contact:
Kara Polega Preschool Director Teacher (3 yr & 4/5 yr programs) Phone: (616) 842-1282 Email: kpolega@stmarysl.org 
Cathy Carey
Teacher (4yr program) 
Patti Bernesser
Aide 
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Preschool Open House Tuesday, March 10th 6:00 - 6:30 PM - 3 Year Old Class 6:30 - 7:00 PM - 4 Year Old Class 7:00 - 7:30 PM - Kindergarten Prep Class Registration for the general public will open on Tuesday, March 10th and remain open until classes are full. Our Philosophy Our philosophy is that young children learn best by doing. Our goal is to create a classroom environment that gives the children the opportunity to learn, explore, and succeed. We consider preschool an important first step in your child’s education. It is our goal to foster a curiosity and love of learning and of the school experience itself. Each child needs to feel not only physically safe but also emotionally safe and appreciated as a unique and very special individual in order to be able to reach his or her potential. |
Class Options
3-Year-Old Class |
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Our Preschool Program's curriculum and activities are designed to encourage physical, social, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual growth in all of our students. These activities include:
Staff: Our staff is experienced in early childhood education as well as child development. We provide equal and comprehensive education to all students in an effort to prepare them for kindergarten, elementary school and everyday life experiences.
- Large and Small Group Meetings
- Zoo Phonics
- Activities and Games to Develop Literacy and Math Skills
- Pretend Play
- Large and Small Motor Development
- Art and Creative Expression
- Music
- Faith-Based Components--Daily Prayer, Developmentally Appropriate Religous Lessons, and Monthly Mass
Staff: Our staff is experienced in early childhood education as well as child development. We provide equal and comprehensive education to all students in an effort to prepare them for kindergarten, elementary school and everyday life experiences.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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SCRIP Program
Families and their extended family members can purchase Scrip or gift cards to area businesses and receive a percentage back to go towards tuition at school. For more information, visit the website: https://www.stmarysl.org/scrip.html |
VIRTUS Training and Background Clearance
Any adult who wishes to volunteer in any school related activities must complete Virtus Training and complete a background check. For more information, visit the website: https://www.stmarysl.org/virtus-information.html |
