In Anoka-Hennepin Schools Preschool children have the opportunity to learn through hands-on experiences that build a solid foundation for success . It is a place where children can become successful learners and play with a purpose !

Learning through play allows children to express their feelings , ideas , needs and wants while they work on developing their independence , imagination and creativity . Children are given opportunities to make decisions and problem solve independently and in groups .

They are able to explore and experience activities that encourage the growth of these skill areas :

• Social & Emotional

• Cognitive

• Language and Literacy

• Large and Small Motor Development

• Math and Science

• Art and Music

Teaching Staff :

All Anoka-Hennepin Schools Preschool teachers hold a teaching license from the State of Minnesota . They use best practices to engage children in activities that provide a smooth transition to kindergarten . All staff participate in ongoing professional development and training .

Creative Curriculum :

All of our classrooms use the Creative Curriculum for Preschool , which is a play-based curriculum that embeds content learning in all routines and activities . Children will participate in large and small group activities daily . Play time allows children to practice friendship and problem-solving skills while exploring centers and materials that promote skill development in all areas .

Teaching Strategies Gold Assessment :

Throughout the school year , teachers will monitor children ’ s growth and development with an assessment tool called Teaching Strategies Gold . Teachers use this data to plan lessons that promote growth in all areas of development and learning for each child ( student ). Your child ’ s individual data will be shared with you during the spring parent / teacher meeting .

Parent Aware Rating :

Anoka-Hennepin Schools Preschool holds a Four-Star Parent Aware Rating . This is the highest rating by Minnesota ’ s Quality Rating and Improvement System for child care and early education . Parent Aware star ratings help parents find programs that use research-based best practices that prepare children for school and life .