4 & 5 Year Old GoalsAs a result of learning activities in the classroom, children will:

Complete and expand on all the skills and ideals listed in the 3 & 4 years old goals.

Recite, read and be able to write their own name, recite the days of the week and months of the year.

Recite from memory the Pledge of Allegiance and other material related to our American Heritage.

Introduce the alphabet, letters and sounds. Children will listen to audio tapes at a listening center to aid in learning.

Listen to and follow directions. Gain foundations in math, science and social studies. Develop motor skills appropriate to his/her developmental

level.

Enrollment Procedures1. Complete the registration form and fee of $75 to reserve your

child’s place in class. The director is available to answer any questions you may have and also to give you a tour of the preschool rooms.

2. Class size minimum is 12 students/maximum is 15 students.3. Your child’s immunization records are due before September 1st.4. September tuition is due on the first day of class.5. Must be potty trained.6. Must be 3 by September 1st to enter 3 year old class and 4 by

September 1st to enter 4 &5 year old class.

Tuition/Fees1. The non-refundable registration fee is used to purchase materials

during the school year. The fee for 2009-2010 is $75.00

2. Tuition: Monday, Wednesday, Friday classes are $145 monthly.Tuesday, Thursday classes are $110 monthly(Parents with two children enrolling for the same school year receive a 10% discount.)

3. Tuition is due by the 1st Friday of each month and will be processed at that time. Balance must be kept current to maintain student enrollment. Late payments will be charged a $10.00 fee and payments late by 2 weeks may result in disenrollment. Tuition is based on a September to June school year of 36 weeks. Christmas and Spring vacations are not counted as part of the 36 weeks.

4. Absences: When a child misses one session or more, his/her space is held open in the class. No credit will be given for vacations or absences due to illness and snow days.

5. Early Arrival/ Late Pick-ups: Doors open 5 minutes before class for sign-in. If a child is dropped off earlier than 8:55AM, there will be an additional charge of $9.50 for each day of early arrival. The $9.50 charge will also apply for late pick-ups after 12:10PM. The time before and after class is utilized by the instructors for set up, clean up and curriculum meetings.

Communication/Follow-UpDaily CommunicationEach day the teacher of your child’s class will be available for any questions or inquiry’s you may have at the close of the day. The Preschool Director will also be available to speak with you and address concerns during either check-in or at the release of preschool each day. In addition, an appointment may be made with either the Family Ministry Pastor or Preschool Director at any time.The New Hope Community Church switchboard hours are 8AM-5PM. During class sessions, a message may be left for the teacher, who will return the call. In the case of an emergency, notify the receptionist and the message will be delivered immediately. Voicemail is checked every day.

Monthly CommunicationOnce each month, parents will receive two written communication documents. A simple monthly newsletter will be sent to your home. It will include upcoming field trip dates, times and locations, any special upcoming activities or holidays that your child will need to be prepared for and any other detailed communication you may need to know. The second monthly written communication will be an invoice sent on the 15th of each month. It will be your child’s bill for the upcoming month.

Emergency School Closure PolicyNew Hope Preschool follows North Clackamas School District. If radio or TV announces closure or late start for that day, then New Hope Preschool would be closed. The school district’s web site is www.northclackamas.com, the hotline number is 503-353-6020. New Hope Preschool also follows North Clackamas School District’s calendar for major holidays and vacation breaks. Even though we follow North Clackamas, there could be some weather conditions that would be dangerous for staff, parents or children to come to school. In those instances, a message would be listed on the Preschool phone, 503-659-5683 ext. 3054.

Classroom Rules All children must be signed in by an adult. Please do not

leave until your child has been acknowledged by our staff.

Children will respect other people and property. Children will learn to raise his/her hand and wait to be called

before speaking. Children should not bring gum, money, toys or candy to

school. Children will share with others, be a helper, clean up and

keep the room neat. Children will be safe. When walking down the hall, children

will learn to stay in line and keep quiet. A child will keep his hands to himself. Hitting, kicking,

scratching, pulling hair, spitting or biting will not be toler-ated.

Children will learn to use kind words and actions. Children will use good manners, such as saying, “thank

you” and “please.” Children will wash their hands after using the bathroom,

after coughing or sneezing and before they eat.

Health: All Preschool staff is certified in CPR/First Aid.

A child is expected to stay home when sick. Childcare health problems can be significantly reduced by having children and staff wash their hands as they arrive. Upon arrival, please help your child scrub with warm water and soap. If your child has symptoms of illness during the day, he/she will be immediately isolated and a parent will be contacted.

Keep Your Child Home If He/She Has:A heavy nasal discharge A constant coughFever Sore ThroatDiarrhea Vomiting Nausea Abdominal painDischarge from the eyes Any other obvious health problem

Head lice are also cause for immediate care and parent notification. If head lice or nits are detected on a child we ask that parents retain children at home until the case has been eliminated.

**We do NOT administer any medication!

Behavior Notification:Biting, pinching, willful defiance of a teacher or aide or any behavior that endangers other children or creates an unsafe situation will result in immediate parent notification. Such behaviors may also result in:A. A classroom change for the student(s) as directed by the staff.B. Loving measures as may be deemed appropriate for the well-

being of the student(s) and the best learning environment of the classroom.

C. Suspension of a student’s attendance until an agreed upon time or certain conditions are being met.

SuppliesNew Hope Preschool furnishes classroom supplies throughout the school year. We do ask that you provide your child at the beginning of the school year with the following items:

Box of Kleenex & Box of baby wipesBackpack (labeled with child’s name)

Birthdays/Snack TimeWe celebrate birthdays during snack time. Under Oregon Law, we cannot serve any home baked goods. Each month we will post a sign-up sheet for snack sign-up. New Hope Preschool encourages healthy snacks.

Clothing Children need a coat or jacket every day for playing outside,

taking walks or exploring. (Please label with child’s name.)

Children need to wear simple clothing that is washable. Paint and messy art projects are a part of Preschool. We recommend an extra set of clothes for your child to be kept in their backpack.

Children need shoes that won’t slip when running. We use our Gym for gross motor skills.

Providing an enjoyable, learning experience for children at the preschool level will set the stage for love and appreciation of education and the school experience, for years to come. Also, teaching moral values through Bible stories embeds those eternal principles and establishes a moral compass within a child throughout life.

Mission StatementTo develop the basic skills of Preschool Children through exploration, imagination and creativity in a safe, secure and friendly environment.To fulfill our mission, we will use active learning, music, art, drama, visual aids, puppetry, guided play, finger plays, stories, clay, cutting and pasting, textures and colors to stimulate the child’s imagination. Positive thinking and good attitudes will be developed as children learn to listen effectively, practice problem-solving skills and participate in group activities. The staff is dedicated to working as partners with parents to build the early foundations that will keep a child developing in the knowledge of God, Jesus, self and others.

Philosophy of EducationNew Hope’s Weekday Preschool is a program designed to build the foundations that every child needs to succeed in life. Curricula and activities are designed specifically to fit a child’s age and developmental level. Each child is met at their learning level and is constantly encouraged to learn and grow. The knowledge of God, Jesus and the family is instilled in every child. Information is available for parents who wish to work at home with their children on these basics concepts. We believe certain sensitive subject matter is the parent’s responsibility to teach, and it will not be included in the classroom setting. We believe children grow best in a loving and accepting environment

About us...New Hope Community Church is a non-denominational church that emphasizes Christian spiritual growth in people of all ages. The New Hope Preschool is a ministry to children and families that provides an educational experience, age-appropriate activities and social interaction among children with a Christian foundation that prepares children for life.

New Hope Preschool is comprised of two classrooms for children. Our 4 & 5 year-olds meet on Mon-Wed-Fri and our 3 & 4 year classes meets on Tues./Thurs. Preschool hours for both sessions are 9:00AM to 12:00Noon. Each three hour session will incorporate a combination of active movement, group activities, individual time, teacher instruction, snack time and recess. We balance active movement and quiet activities so time is used effectively, the children are challenged without being stressed and daily teaching goals are met.

Educational StandardsNew Hope Preschool exists to assist families in child training and to provide quality Christian care and education. Our goals include teaching children basic Bible narrative stories and an awareness of who Jesus Christ is. Children will also be instructed in socially acceptable behaviors such as developing good patterns of listening and learning. Our staff has a primary goal: the preparation and readiness of your child to meet the challenge of kindergarten, at or above, an entry skill level. Twice a year, at 18 weeks and 36 weeks, parents will receive a progress report that addresses their child’s current development.

3 & 4 Year Old GoalsAs a result of learning activities in the classroom, children will:

Develop and increase scissors and pencil handling skills, identify and use colors and shapes, and put together age-appropriate puzzles.

Develop and increase catching and throwing skills, be able to walk and hop and cooperate in group games.

Follow regular classroom routines, such as: hand washing, lining up, circle times, following a signal, cleaning up, taking turns, raising a hand to speak, changing activities, being line leader, staying on task and managing her/himself in the bathroom.

Introduce to songs, finger plays, days of the week and numbers.

Use creative imagination and language expression, recognize rhyming words, develop questioning and predicting skills, recognize pictures, learn sequencing, share personal experiences, making choices and problem solving.

Use individual expression in artwork with a variety of mediums, and use rhythm instruments and movement with music.

Learn to cooperate and share with other children. Learn good health habits and use manners at snack time. Make choices during free time, including self-directed play with

props. Follow directions and classroom rules.

A child will be encouraged to express his/her emotions with words, make good choices to resolve conflict and experience affirmation and success.

Develop regu lar and cons is tent attendance, attain a positive attitude about school, learn new skills and build personal self-esteem.

Space is limited in available classrooms. Be sure to register early to secure your child’s enrollment. Call (503) 659-5683

ext. 3054 for more information and send the registration form to:

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