Vantage accepting preschool registration

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Climbing on the outdoor playground equipment … hands on science … making goobligook and fun clay … listening to the library lady reading a story. These are just a few of the fun activities Vantage preschoolers experience.  Interested in sending a preschooler to Vantage?  Registration is now underway for the 2011-2012 school year.   Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis.  There are three options for preschool classes this year.  For all options, children must reach the age of 3 by August 1st.  There is a $25 non-refundable registration fee, which can be paid when you come in to complete the application.

The traditional half-day preschool sessions are the most popular choice.  The morning preschool session meets Monday through Thursday from 8:30 until 10:50 a.m. and is taught by Marcia Osenga, Donna Myers and the senior Early Childhood students.  This session is for 3-year-old children and young 4 year-olds.

The afternoon session also meets Monday through Thursday from noon until 2:20 p.m. and is taught by Osenga, Myers and the junior Early Childhood students. This is a pre-kindergarten class for 4 year olds and young 5 year olds.

The full day option is available from 8:30 a.m.-2:20 p.m., Monday through Thursday.  This is a pre-kindergarten class for 4- and 5 year olds.  Preschoolers pack their lunch.

Vantage Preschool provides developmentally appropriate activities for the total development of children ages 3-5 five years old.

The children experience many hands on activities in language arts, science, math, kindergarten readiness, literature, and social skills.  High school juniors and seniors who are preparing for a career in early childhood education work directly with the preschoolers by planning and conducting the lessons.  A major benefit for the children who attend the Vantage Preschool is the very low staff-child ratio. There is usually one high school “teacher” to every one or two preschoolers, supervised by the directors. The high school students also receive additional training in first aid, CPR and common childhood illnesses.

The Early Childhood Education program uses the Early Learning Content Standards to meet the guidelines for preschool education determined by the Ohio Department of Education.  These early learning standards serve as a framework for designing and implementing meaningful lessons and intentional learning experiences within the preschool.

For more information about the Vantage preschool, please contact Donna Myers or Marcia Osenga at 419.238.5411, extension 137.