Pavilion Preschool

We are now accepting students for the 2010-2011 school year at the Graham Academy! Please see details below to enroll your child today.

The Graham Academy at the Washington Pavilion

Our philosophy…

The Philosophy of the Pavilion Preschool is to provide a program for the “whole child” incorporating social, emotional, fine and gross motor skills, linguistic and logical/mathematic learning, and creative development.

Our curriculum…

The Pavilion Preschool curriculum stimulates exploration and encourages problem-solving skills, creativity, social and emotional growth coupled with the opportunity to interact with Kirby Science Discovery Center exhibits, Visual Arts Center exhibitions and Husby Performing Arts Center programming. Our Preschoolers develop a broad knowledge base of the world around them through experiential learning. Their teachers accept them as individuals and encourage each child to progress at his or her own pace laying the foundations for language, beginning academic skills, and social skills.

Our goals for children and families…

We are passionate about serving our children and their families. We hope that you will join us in striving toward these desired results:

· Children are personally and socially competent

· Children are effective learners

· Children show physical and motor competencies

· Children are safe and healthy

· Families support their children’s learning and development

· Children and families achieve their goals

How we spend our day…

· Open easel time, open play time

· Circle Time (reading, letters/spelling, numbers, calendar, weather observation, large group activities)

· Learning Centers I (letters/spelling/reading, art, small motor, VAC, Children’s Studio)

· Wiggle Time (large/gross motor skills, dancing, group games)

· Snack time and social skill building time/ bathroom break

· Creative play free time (blocks, kid K’NEX, puppet theatre, dress-up box, store front, Children’s Studio)

· Learning Centers II (science, social science, math, problem-solving, KSDC)

The cost and schedule…

Tuition is due on the first day of class for the month. A one month deposit is required June 1^st and will be used for the last months’ tuition. The total cost is divided equally over a 9 month period for 2010-2011 school year. Member discounts are not valid on tuition.

^2010-2011
^Ages	^{Monthly Tuition}	^Times	^Days
^3*	^$138	^9:15-11:45	^TTH
^3-4*	^$204	^9:15-11:45	^MWF
^4-5*	^$288	^1:00-4:00	^MTWTH

^*Child must be 4 by August 30 for 4-5 class or 3 by August 31 for 3 or 3-4 class (must be potty trained)

Each section will include one day of content-related foreign language instruction each week.

Qualified teaching professionals…

Each class will have one lead teacher certified in early childhood education and one assistant teacher with an education background. All of our classes have a small student to teacher ratio with a maximum of 15 students per class. On occasion, specialists in fields such as music, art, science, foreign language or performing arts will serve as guest instructors furthering your child’s education with authentic experiences.

Parents as partners in education…

Parents are the first and most important teachers in a child’s life. We encourage parent participation in the classroom, at parent meetings, and on parent advisory committees. There is an opportunity for every parent to participate and learn with the children and staff.

Enjoying the benefits…

All enrolled preschoolers will receive a family membership to the Washington Pavilion that includes free science center and Cinedome admission and discounts on performance tickets, meals in Leonardo’s, classes and camps and merchandise from the Pavilion Discovery store. We hope to encourage families to spend time together exploring the many educational opportunities available throughout the Washington Pavilion.

Calendar for 2009-2010 Calendar for 2010-2011

Pre-Enrollment Starts*                                  Pre-Enrollment Starts*
January 3rd, 2009                                             January 9th, 2010

First Day of School                                         First Day of School

Monday, August 31^st (4-5 yrs) Monday, August 30^th (3-4 yrs and K prep)

Tuesday, September 1^st (3-4 yrs) Tuesday, August 31^st (3 yrs)

No School Days No School Days

September 4^th, 7^th September 6^th

October 12^th October 11^th-12^th

November 11^th, 25^th – 27^th November 11^th, 25^th-26^th

December 23^rd – 31^st December 22^nd-31^st

January 1^st, 18^th January 17^th

February 11^th – 15^th February 17^th-21^st

March 31^st March 17^th-18^th

April 1^st-5^th April 22^nd

Last Day of School Last Day of School

Thursday, April 29^th (3-4 yrs) Thursday, May 12^th(3 yrs and K prep)

Friday, April 30^th (4-5 yrs) Friday, May 13^th (3-4 yrs)

Total Days of School Total Days of School

4-5 yrs – 88 days 3 yrs - 66 days

3-4 yrs – 64 days 3-4 yrs - 64 days
4-5 yrs (K prep) - 133 days

*Pre-enrollment guarantees your child a spot in the class or on the waiting list. A $50 non-refundable deposit is required with formal enrollment beginning June 1st with a one month deposit required.

Preschool Enrollment Form
Please fill out the attached form and bring or mail to the Washington Pavilion box office with your $50.00 deposit.
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To Register Today:

Call the Washington Pavilion Box Office at 367-6000 or stop by in person to register. You will be asked to fill out the preschool enrollment form attached above.

Please call Ms. Heather at 367-7397 ext. 2352 or Rose Ann Kelly 367-7397 ext. 2350
with any questions about the program, curriculum, or special concerns regarding your preschooler. We welcome tours of the preschool and will work with you to find a time that fits into your schedule!

Preschool Brochure 2010-2011
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South Dakota Early Learning Guidelines
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To view our classroom website please use the following link:

http://teachersites.schoolworld.com/webpages/HLund

Graham Academy Preschool Scholarships

We understand that the expense of preschool may be a strain on a family’s budget, and helping eligible families reduce their cost through scholarships is important to our program.

Most of our scholarship funds are provided through private donors and granting organizations who care about children and know that the Graham Academy Preschool at the Washington Pavilion provides a high-quality, unique preschool experience that provides learning for the whole child and emphasizes hands-on creativity and learning.

You can review our scholarship policy and enrollment form below and contact the CLC Director, Rose Ann Kelly at rkelly@washingtonpavilion.org or (605) 731-2350 for questions or additional information on this program.

Scholarship Application
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