Saddleback Valley Magazine Fall 2015 | Page 22

Preschool Connection FALL 2015-2016 The Department of Child Care Services has developed The Preschool Connection programs to serve the Saddleback Valley community. These programs are offered with different attendance options with a daily schedule of three or four hours. The programs provide an enriched classroom environment with guidance, experiences, and materials, including “Handwriting Without Tears,” a pre-reading readiness curriculum. Daily activities include readiness learning activities, music, art, games, and outdoor play. Parents are kept informed through event flyers, newsletters, and calendars. The Preschool Connection programs provide an enriching, safe, positive learning environment offering the opportunity for development through personal growth, involvement, interaction, and exploration. Dedicated Preschool Teachers and Assistants have education and experience specific to Child Development. Children must be toilet trained to participate in class. Fees range from $515 to $740 for the fall session Call to be placed on a waiting list Preschool Connection PLUS Ages: 3-5 Years / For children 3 years of age by Sept. 1, 2015 9:00 am-1:00 pm / 2-3 days a week Locations: La Tierra & Trabuco Mesa Schools The Preschool Connection Plus Special Friends is a four-hour program that was developed as a part of th HՕT