District 622 Preschool Catalog 2018-2019 Preschool Catalog | Page 2

Providing a foundation for success in kindergarten and beyond
Our early learning program is an inclusive
community which serves our youngest learners
and their families, supporting growth and
development that will foster lifelong success.
4-Star Parent Aware Rated Preschool
Early childhood is a remarkable time of physical, social,
emotional and academic development, so choosing a preschool
program is important. District 622
Preschool is ready to prepare your child
for success in Kindergarten and beyond.
According to Parent Aware, “a program
earning a Four Star [rating] shows that it is equipped to offer the
very best in quality care, assuring parents that it is doing all it
can to prepare their children for school.”
Well-Qualified Staff
Our well-qualified and experienced teachers are committed
to the social and academic success of your child. They have
degrees in early childhood or related fields. Staff nurture
children’s emotional development and academic progress using
established and innovative best practices.
Safe, Nurturing Environment
Children thrive in a safe environment where their needs are met
through respect, nurturing and consistent rituals and routines.
Each child has unique strengths that we build on each and every
day. All children are welcomed and celebrated for who they are.
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Social Skills
Learning is a social process where children learn through
inquiry, exploration and play. Your child learns social skills such
as listening, cooperation and sharing. Our goal is for your child
to develop a positive self-image, so they have the confidence to
succeed in school.
Curriculum
Children learn through hands-on classroom experiences.
Curricula aligns with the Minnesota state standards
and promotes skill development in all areas needed for
Kindergarten. District 622 uses Creative Curriculum as our
primary tool to set up the classroom environment and teach
a variety of topics, which we call Studies. We use Teaching
Strategies Gold as our comprehensive online assessment tool.
In addition, we use Early Childhood Workshop to structure our
daily schedule and we use Second Step as a resource to teach
children Social Emotional strategies. Numbers Work (Math) and
Classroom Engagement are also two initiatives that are woven
into our daily work with your children.
Family Engagement
As a child’s first and most influential teacher, parents are our
primary partner in supporting a child’s learning. All preschool
classes provide opportunities for parents to be actively
engaged in their child’s education. Through meaningful parent
involvement, children will be better prepared for success in
kindergarten and beyond.