Description
Through a carefully planned curriculum and methods grounded in quality research, this class offers enriched learning experiences to address each child's development in preparation for Kindergarten. Our skilled and experienced teachers use a variety of assessment driven, individualized instruction strategies and approaches to support the interest and ability of each child.
Our pre-k program is a 2 1/2 hour program, offered every afternoon, Monday - Thursday. Children in this program should be able to easily separate from their parents, demonstrate self-regulation, and have had previous experiences in group situations, such as preschool. Children entering the pre-k program should be 5 by January 31st. Children not meeting the age requirement may enter the program at the suggestion and/or approval of the teachers.
Lori Kachur
Lori Kachur has a degree in Elementary Education from Kent State University. She taught second grade for several years in the Columbus Public Schools. She holds a current Child Development Associate (CDA) credential. Lori has taught at the Co-op for seven years. She is a mother of three children, and was actively involved in a Co-op program with her children as well. Lori believes parental involvement is very important at an early age. These moments we spend with our children will be "cherished" moments!
Mary Ann Aardema
Mary Ann has served as director of the Aurora Co-op since 2002. She recently obtained her Masters of Education in Early Childhood Education, graduating with distinction, from Northern Arizona University and completed the required coursework for a Reading Specialist Endorsement. In addition, she graduated, Summa Cum Laude, from the University of Akron with a Bachelor of Science in degree in Elementary Education (Early Childhood Education Licensure) and has a Bachelor of Arts degree from Muskingum College. Her education also includes early childhood coursework from Lakeland Community College. She holds a current Child Development Associate (CDA) credential and is a Playright Signature Teacher. Playright is a teaching strategy that provides teachers with the skills needed to implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum.
Tuition & Fees 2010/2011
Monthly Tuition- $210.00
Annual Fees
Registration Fee = $75 for first child; $50 each additional child
We accept credit cards for tuition payment and your tuition may be tax deductible (please see your tax preparer for more information)! The credit cards we accept are MasterCard and Visa.
Our low tuition prices are because of our parent involvement. We pride ourselves in keeping in touch with the parents after every class and throughout the year. Parents help us make our school one of the very best!
Classroom Schedule
Weekly on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday
12:30pm - 3:00pm
Classes may be cancelled if not filled or financially feasible for the Co-op. Class times and dates are subject to change.
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