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2020 OUTSTANDING PROGRAM OF THE YEAR AWARD WINNER

ParkSchool Successful Beginnings for a Bright Future

ParkSchool is a fresh new concept in early childhood education that combines modern education methods with the expertise in recreation and access to the natural world that only the Park District can provide . Our educational staff and recreational professionals deliver a new level of STREAM ( science , technology , recreation , engineering , art , and math ) for young learners , with the goal of preparing them for success in kindergarten .
FITTING YOUR FAMILY ' S NEEDS ParkSchool offers streamlined options that fit your busy schedule . You can choose from morning or afternoon , one day or multiple days , one session or the full year , as well as before and aftercare options to extend your child ’ s day . And , 4-yearolds have the added opportunity to participate in afternoon nature programs at the 97-acre Heller Nature Center or Rosewood Beach located along the shores of Lake Michigan .
EDUCATIONAL TEAM Our teachers have dedicated a combined 100 years to the growth and development of children in the Highland Park community . They are uniquely qualified to create an ideal classroom environment ; while giving you the comfort of knowing professionals are caring for and nurturing your child ’ s special qualities .
A DAY AT PARKSCHOOL The sounds of giggles and the buzz of activity fill every nook and cranny at ParkSchool . Youngsters are engaged in technology , science , art , and math lessons . Professional staff from our golf and tennis clubs , athletics and performing arts departments , gymnastics and nature center teach ParkSchool students the fundamentals of sports and creative movement .
Belle Kolman
Ginny Schwalbach
Lori Cohen
ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF
Recreation Program Manager Cathy Fiori cfiori @ pdhp . org
Heller Nature Center Manager Jessica Reyes jreyes @ pdhp . org
Recreation Supervisor Sara Stanke sstanke @ pdhp . org
Naturalist Meghan Meredith mmeredith @ pdhp . org
Meghan Meredith
Amy Banner
Olivia Aigner
Naturalist Amy Banner abanner @ pdhp . org
SPROUTS IS BACK !
In-person ParkSchool for Two-Year-Olds is back in session this Winter / Spring ! See following pages for details .
Michela Emmerich
Samia Bokhari
How We Are Keeping You Safe
ParkSchool is committed to ensuring you and your family can maintain a healthy lifestyle in one of the safest and cleanest places you can be . We have installed a new state-of-the-art air filtration system in our facility , and our staff is following strict , consistent sanitation protocols to ensure you are in a safe and clean environment . Learn more about the daily investments we are making in your health and safety :
View our safety video
View our safety guidelines View the Park District COVID-19 related facility , program and event status updates
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