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Free Pre-K Program Looking For Four Year Olds; Space Is Limited
April 21, 2008
If your child will be four years old by September 1, the pre-K program at Carver/Century might just be the thing you need.
Registration is underway now for next year’s program, which will run from August 18, 2008, until May 22, 2009. The program is free, but space is limited to the first 36 students to register.
“We do a lot to prepare the students for kindergarten, like learning letters and sounds,” said pre-K teacher Tegan Stephens (pictured above). “It is a great way to give them a head start.”
When NorthEscambia.com visited with Mrs. Stephens’ pre-K class Friday, we found them sitting around in a circle as she read them Jack and the Beanstalk.
“Fe-fi-fo-fum,” the students joined in on the classic tale.
Then they went to their “centers” time, where they were able to choose from such activities as working on the computers, coloring, painting and playing with some of the dozens of toys around the room. They also did a little science activity, planting butter beans seeds in little cups to see if they will eventually sprout like the magic beans in Jack and the Beanstalk.
“They really benefit from learning the social skills that they will need in kindergarten,” Stephens said. “The developmental benefits are endless.”
The Carver/Century program has two fully certified teachers — Stephens and Courtney Reeves. Both teachers have full time teacher’s aides in their classrooms…Sandra Holland and Judy Baker (pictured bottom of page). Between them, Baker and Holland have over 40 years of experience.
“They get a chance to learn everything they need for kindergarten like writing their name, shapes, colors,” Reeves said. “And they get used to having a daily routine and schedule.”
“I like playing with the computers,” pre-K student Donavon said. “And I like playing. And I like crayons. And I like dolls. And I like paper. And I like scissors. And I like everything.”
“I like playing house, and I like the computers,” pre-K student Katie said. “I like to learn my letters so I can write my name.”
Students in the pre-K program qualify for free transportation from the Century and Byrneville areas. Free and reduced price breakfast and lunch are provided, based upon income.
The students also have the benefit of physical education, music and speech teachers that visit the classrooms several times per week.
To registers students for the free pre-K program, or for more information, call Carver/Century at 256-6380. There are 36 spots available on a first come, first serve basis.
For more photos from the Carver/Century pre-K program, click here.
NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
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