![]() We are fully licensed with the state of Wisconsin as a child care center program. We use the Department of Public Instruction’s 5K and 1st grade entry criteria to set our benchmarks for K4. We are also accredited by NAEYC’s National Academy of Early Childhood Programs. NAEYC’s standards seek to ensure that teachers are prepared to help all children develop, learn, and achieve their full potential. Two of the quality indicators of the model standards for excellent kindergarten programs are small class sizes and excellent teacher to student ratios. We have both. Our class ratio is 1 teacher per 8-10 students. Our staff is made up of certified teachers, chosen for both their professionalism and caring, compassionate personalities. Judaic Our kindergarten blends Judaic and secular subjects in a program that is rich, fulfilling, and stimulating. It is dedicated to meeting each child’s physical, emotional, intellectual, social, and spiritual needs. Our fundamental belief is that by teaching Jewish heritage, we provide the foundation for our children’s future as responsible and caring adults. The school operates in accordance with the spirit, principles, and practices of Halacha (Jewish Law) and Chabad Lubavitch and is guided by the vision of Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson, OB. |
Reggio We are a Reggio-inspired school. The Reggio approach encourages all adults involved - teachers, administrators, and parents - to be thinkers, communicators, creators, collaborators, problem- solvers, and negotiators as they become more thoughtful and reflective. Reggio schools begin with the following elements:
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Curriculum The Arts
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Math Science The seasonal and Judaic calendars provide ample opportunities for exploration of the sciences. We take full advantage of our outdoor environment and the provocations that present themselves each day as we experience the awe and wonder of the world around us. The children explore everything from light and shadow to life cycles and simple chemistry, as teachers provide prompts for their investigations. As the mysteries of shadow and light are explored in dance and art they become the fuel for scientific discoveries. New items are added regularly to the science and sensory exploration areas for children to discover when they arrive each morning. Outdoors, we have a bountiful vegetable and herb garden where our gardener works alongside the children, guiding them through the process of planting, growing, harvesting, and enjoying the produce. Large Motor Activities From November through April we have scheduled gym classes. Throughout the year we have daily scheduled opportunities for large motor play. We go outside to our state-of-the-art playground, weather permitting, year round. We also have indoor spaces used for large motor play activities during inclement weather. Teachers play organized sports and circle games, engage in creative movement activities and assist in learning fundamental skills such as ball-kicking, throwing, catching, beginning jump-rope skills, hop-scotch and similar skills. These activities promote coordination and motor development, and create an interest in sports and other physical activities that will promote life-long physical well-being. Social Skills The development of pro-social skills is one of the key developmental areas in the K4 experience. Although intellectual growth is important, we know that emotional intelligence is just as essential for a successful future. Children work in various small groups on a wide range of projects and activities to encourage cooperation, leadership, empathy, and other important skills needed to negotiate social situations. |