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WE ARE NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR OUR SEPTEMBER 2012-2013 PRE-SCHOOL PROGRAMS. All programs meet from 9:00 am to12:00 noon.
5-day Five-Year-Old Class Monday — Friday Tuition: $270.00 / month Children must be 5 by 12/31/12 5-day Four-Year-Old Class 4-day Four-Year-Old Class 3-day Four-Year-Old Class 3-day Three-Year-Old Class
2-day Two-Year-Old Class After-School Activities Available
A $50.00 non-refundable family registration is due at the time of registration. *** Christ’s Lutheran members will receive a 10% family discount on all tuitions. **
Welcome to Christ’s Lutheran Nursery School! Since 1956 the Nursery School has been an integral part of the community, enriching the lives of children from two to fives years old. Every year we plan many exciting learning experiences for your child. The Nursery School is sponsored by Christ’s Evangelical Lutheran Church. Your family is invited to participate in all activities ongoing in the church – Sunday School, Worship, etc. Various information notices will be posted during the year. The purpose of the Nursery School is to provide a Christian environment in which to guide the spiritual, physical, intellectual, emotional, and social growth of the pre-school child. Christ’s Lutheran Nursery School admits students of any race, color, nationality, and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. The Nursery School program includes teachings which promote Christian values through a variety of art projects, free play, prayer circle, stories, visual aids, music, class projects (such as food for the homeless or sponsoring a needy child), and holiday celebrations with Pastor Braun. These activities help the children become aware of God and know that He loves them.
The staff instills Christian values by providing a cheerful learning environment, meeting the needs of the individual child, by encouraging the children to do their work, celebrating diversity, and helping the children become aware of the needs of others. Parents are encouraged to take an active part in their child’s pre-school experiences by sharing their special talents or interests, helping in the classroom, and providing occasional snacks. A monthly newsletter is sent home to inform you of specific activities for your child’s class. Parents are required to provide transportation to school. A school directory listing children, addresses, and phone numbers is distributed to all families. You may use this information if you are interested in forming a carpool. The school cannot be responsible for the operation of carpools.
Our Staff
We are happy to welcome back eleven dedicated and excellent staff members. Deb Hilbert, a member of Christ's Lutheran, returns for the 11th year as director. She has her B.A. degree in Psychology from Muhlenberg College. Anne Marie Lodes continues for the 11th year with Joyce Reinerin the 5-day five-year-old Pre-kindergarten class. Anne Marie has her Masters in Education from Gratz College and is a former elementary school teacher. Joyce Reiner, who has worked as an assistant teacher with two, three, and five year-olds for 28 years, is an integral part of the Nursery School program. Anne Sykes, who teaches a four-year-old Pre-kindergarten class is a graduate of Drexel and has her teaching certificate from Gwynedd Mercy College. Anne teaches with assistant Rosie Haney. Both are returning for their 11th year. Constance Finney, a member of our congregation,has an Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education. Consy who teaches a two year-old class and a three-year-old class is back for her 15th year. Diana Shapley also a member of Christ’s Lutheran is returning for her 2nd year. She will be assisting Consy in the two-year-old class and KathyBetteridge with HWOT. Diana has a degree in Early Childhood Education from Shippensburg University. Sally Mead who is returning for her 2nd year will assist Consy in a three-year-old class. Sally, a member of Christ’s Lutheran has a degree in Elementary Education from Mansfield University. Mary Moran is a graduate of Gwynedd-Mercy College with a B.S. in Elementary Education. She has 27 years experience working in our Nursery School program. Pat Abbott who previously worked as an elementary education instructor will assist Mary in a two-year-old and three-year-old class. Pat is also beginning her 11th year with Christ’s Lutheran. Kathy Betteridge who received her B.A. in Social Work from Penn State is also back for her 11th year. Kathy will be teaching the enrichment program, “Handwriting Without Tears” in our 4 and 5 year-old classes. We look forward to an exciting year experiencing many new, fun and interesting learning activities with the children.
. 2011 – 2012 SCHOOL CALENDAR
Sept. 7 & 8………………………………………....Conferences
Sept. 12……………………….………………...... Classes Begin
Nov. 8……………….Election Day…………….. School Closed
Nov. 14, 15……………………………………. School Pictures
Nov. 16…………Teacher In-Service……...............School Closed
Nov. 23-25………….Thanksgiving Holiday.….… School Closed
Dec. 19, 20, 21….…….….……….. Christmas Party with Parents
Dec. 22-Jan. 2……….Christmas Vacation…..……School Closed
Jan. 3…..……………………………..………… School Resumes
Jan. 16…..……...Martin Luther King Day.……… School Closed
Feb. 17 & 20……...President’s Holiday….……… School Closed
April 2-9……………Easter Vacation………..……School Closed
April 10………………………………………… School Resumes
April 19…….……....………… Family Night for 4-year old class
May 9, 10, 11....………………………… Mother’s Day Programs
May 23, 24, 25………..…………………………….Closing Days
May 29-June 7…………………………… ....…Summer Program
HOURS, TUITION AND REGISTRATION
The school year runs from mid September to late May. Hours and tuition are listed below. The school doors open at 8:55 AM. Parents should walk their child to the classroom door as the school can assume responsibility only when this is done. To ensure the safety of students and staff, doors will be locked during the school day. If you need to enter during the school day you must ring the doorbell to gain entry.
2-day 2- & 3-year olds 9:00 – 12:00 $160.00
3-day 3- & 4-year olds 9:00 – 12:00 $195.00
4-day 4-year olds 9:00 – 12:00 $231.00
5-day 4- & 5-year olds 9:00 – 12:00 $267.00
An early 8:30 am arrival is available for a daily fee of $5.00.
The first tuition payment is due August 15th. All other payments are due the 1st of the month beginning in October. Checks should be made payable to Christ’s Lutheran Church.
There are no refunds for absence (normal illness or vacation) or closings due to inclement weather. Tuition not received by the 5th is subject to a $5.00 late fee. Tuition may be paid at school or mailed to:
Christ’s Lutheran Church
Nursery School
700 E. Pennsylvania Ave.
Oreland, PA 19075
INFORMATION FOR 2011-2012 REGISTRATION
If you are interested in one of our programs, please call Deb Hilbert, director, for an application form or an appointment to visit the school. Enrollment is limited so you will want to register as soon as possible.
A $50.00 non-refundable family registration is due at the time of registration. *Christ’s Lutheran members will receive a 10% family discount on all tuitions.*
Children attending the 3- and 4-year old and Pre-K programs should be potty trained. As children develop skills at different ages, we are happy to work with you if you are in the process of potty training. If your child has an “accident” in school, the staff will call you to come to school to change your child. Parents should remain accessible if your child is questionable with toilet training. The first tuition payment is due August 15th. All other payments are due the 1st of the month beginning in October. There are no refunds for absence (normal illness or vacation) or closings due to inclement weather. Tuition not received by the 5th is subject to a $5.00 late fee. Tuition may be paid at school or mailed. If you are interested in getting more information contact Deb Hilbert by email or call her at (215) 886-4612 Voice mailbox #5.
LUNCH BUNCH This program is offered to give the children the opportunity to enjoy a variety of creative activities as well as sharing lunch and conversation with friends. The program will be available every day from 12 noon - 1:30 pm. and every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 12 noon - 3 pm.. Sign-up must be made in advance so that adequate staffing arrangements can be made. The extended session will be held when at least 5 children are staying. This program may be used at your own discretion, on a regular basis or as an occasional treat.
AFTERNOON CLUBS In addition to our extended day program we offer afternoon music, art, cooking, fitness, book, and kindergarten enrichment clubs. The clubs run on Wednesday or Thursday afternoons from 12 noon to 3 pm. The children will have the opportunity to share lunch and free play with their friends as well as weekly activities related to the club topic. The cost is determined according to the length of the program.
SPECIAL FRIENDS
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