Kiersi’s Kids Preschool
This week we will be learning…
Date: Tuesday, July 12th, 2011 Theme: Fire Safety 1
Concepts:
1. Every home needs a smoke detector, fire extinguisher, and an escape plan to stay safe if there is a fire.
2. A smoke detector warns us of a fire- if we hear it ring we get out of the house.
3. If we have a plan we don't have to be scared.
Learning Centers
CC: Fire Painting
SS: Beans
MM: Fire Fighters in a Row (order concepts: first, second, third, middle, last)
LA: Rhyming (hose, nose, truck, duck, stop, drop, mop, flop, hole, roll, etc)
DP: Firetrucks
Music and Movement: Stop, Drop, and Roll
Outside: Put out the chalk "fires"
Circle Time
Activity: Book- Stop, Drop, and Roll by Margery Cuylor; Fire Drill
Fingerplays: Five Firefighters
Snack: Veggies and Ranch dip and juice
What you can do at home:
Discuss your family's fire escape plan with your child. Show them where the smoke detector and fire extinguisher are.
Date: Thurs, July 14th, 2011 Theme: Fire Safety 2
Concepts:
1. If there is a fire, I get out quick and call 911.
2. The fire department is where the firetrucks are kept and where the firefighters put on their gear.
3. Fire fighters might look scary with all their gear on, but they are safe and are ready to help us.
Learning Centers
CC: Tissue Paper fire and hose
SS: Colored water
MM: Counting Firetrucks
LA: Matching Beginning Sounds
DP: Free play
Music and Movement: ?
Outside: *Field trip!* Walk to the Madison Fire Department for a Tour! Leave at 9:15am and Return at about 10:15.
Circle Time
Activity: Replaced by Field Trip to Fire Department
Snack: Animal Crackers, 1/2 banana, water
What you can do at home: Hold a Safety Tour as suggested on this website: www.safetyathome.com
Resources: www.preschooleducation.com; www.atozteacher.com; Living and Learning with Children - 301 activities for children age 3-8
Monday, July 11, 2011
Monday, July 4, 2011
This week we will be learning…about Police and Safety!
Date: Tuesday, July 5th, 2011 Theme: Police and Safety
Concepts:
1. Police officers help keep our community safe by helping people follow rules.
2. Following directions helps us in 3 ways: to be safe, to learn, and to have fun.
3. I can follow directions from adults by: looking, listening, and doing it right away.
Learning Centers
CC: Stop sign
SS: Follow picture recipe to make ice cream
MM: Stoplight Color pattern
LA: Finger Tracing Capital Letters in finger paint or shaving cream
DP: Police People and Cars set
Music and Movement: Direction words continued (Over, Under, On, In, Through, Beside, Behind)
Outside: Ice cream in a Can and play Red Light, Green Light and "Police Officer Says" (Simon Says)
Circle Time
Activity: Role play why we follow directions
Snack: Homemade ice cream (Vitamin D milk, sugar, vanilla bean), and strawberries
What you can do at home:
Follow picture directions to build legos or for a recipe- talk about how some things turn out best when we follow directions. Obedience Treasure Hunt: Follow 3 or 4 steps that reveal where the treasure is hidden in your house! (This is a good time to test your child's knowledge of preposition words we learned last week.)
Concepts:
1. Police officers help keep our community safe by helping people follow rules.
2. Following directions helps us in 3 ways: to be safe, to learn, and to have fun.
3. I can follow directions from adults by: looking, listening, and doing it right away.
Learning Centers
CC: Stop sign
SS: Follow picture recipe to make ice cream
MM: Stoplight Color pattern
LA: Finger Tracing Capital Letters in finger paint or shaving cream
DP: Police People and Cars set
Music and Movement: Direction words continued (Over, Under, On, In, Through, Beside, Behind)
Outside: Ice cream in a Can and play Red Light, Green Light and "Police Officer Says" (Simon Says)
Circle Time
Activity: Role play why we follow directions
Snack: Homemade ice cream (Vitamin D milk, sugar, vanilla bean), and strawberries
What you can do at home:
Follow picture directions to build legos or for a recipe- talk about how some things turn out best when we follow directions. Obedience Treasure Hunt: Follow 3 or 4 steps that reveal where the treasure is hidden in your house! (This is a good time to test your child's knowledge of preposition words we learned last week.)
This week we will be learning…about Homes and the Library!
Date: Tuesday, June 28th, 2011 Theme: Homes
Concepts:
1. A home is where I live with my family.
2. There are different rooms in my home for different purposes- a kitchen, bathroom, living room, and bedroom.
3. There are several homes in my community and no two homes are the same.
Learning Centers
CC: Build/draw my home
SS: Playdough letters
MM: Things in my home- categorizing
LA: Opposites and Direction words
DP: Play House!
Music and Movement: Direction words continued (Over, Under, On, In, Through, Beside, Behind)
Outside: Measuring with measuring cups and spoons
Circle Time
Activity: Where do I go? Which room in the house?
Snack: Graham Cracker Houses (with P.B. and raisins) and Milk
What you can do at home:
Gather misplaced items and race to see who can put them in the right spots.
Go on a walk and talk about similarities and differences of the houses you see in your community. Are any of them the same color as yours? How many houses on this block have a red door? Etc…
Date: Thurs, June 30th, 2011 Theme: Library
Concepts:
1. The library is where I can go to borrow books and other things.
2. There are places in the library where everyone speaks softly so we don’t bother people who are studying.
3. The librarian helps me find books and tells great stories at story time.
Learning Centers
CC: Nature Bookmarks
SS: Floating on Air
MM: Page Number Scavenger Hunt
LA: A Book About ME!
DP: Puppets!
Music and Movement: NA
Outside: *Field trip!* Walk to the Library for Preschool Story Time!
Circle Time
Activity: Sharing Lesson- how we borrow books from the library
Snack: Painted Toast and peaches and milk
What you can do at home:
Pretend to check out books to each other.
Concepts:
1. A home is where I live with my family.
2. There are different rooms in my home for different purposes- a kitchen, bathroom, living room, and bedroom.
3. There are several homes in my community and no two homes are the same.
Learning Centers
CC: Build/draw my home
SS: Playdough letters
MM: Things in my home- categorizing
LA: Opposites and Direction words
DP: Play House!
Music and Movement: Direction words continued (Over, Under, On, In, Through, Beside, Behind)
Outside: Measuring with measuring cups and spoons
Circle Time
Activity: Where do I go? Which room in the house?
Snack: Graham Cracker Houses (with P.B. and raisins) and Milk
What you can do at home:
Gather misplaced items and race to see who can put them in the right spots.
Go on a walk and talk about similarities and differences of the houses you see in your community. Are any of them the same color as yours? How many houses on this block have a red door? Etc…
Date: Thurs, June 30th, 2011 Theme: Library
Concepts:
1. The library is where I can go to borrow books and other things.
2. There are places in the library where everyone speaks softly so we don’t bother people who are studying.
3. The librarian helps me find books and tells great stories at story time.
Learning Centers
CC: Nature Bookmarks
SS: Floating on Air
MM: Page Number Scavenger Hunt
LA: A Book About ME!
DP: Puppets!
Music and Movement: NA
Outside: *Field trip!* Walk to the Library for Preschool Story Time!
Circle Time
Activity: Sharing Lesson- how we borrow books from the library
Snack: Painted Toast and peaches and milk
What you can do at home:
Pretend to check out books to each other.
Saturday, April 30, 2011
Medical Procedures, Sick Policy, Field Trips, Visitation and Volunteering Policies
Medical procedures
I am not authorized to give your child medications that require a prescription, so in the event that prescribed medication is needed while your child is at preschool, you will need to come administer it to him/her. A Basic Release Form will need to be signed and submitted if you want me to give any over the counter medication.
Sick policy
If your child is running a fever, has nasal discharge, a flem-producing cough, or is throwing up or has diarrhea, he/she must remain at home. If I see these symptoms after your child has been dropped off at preschool I will phone the parent and the child must be picked up as soon as possible. If I have any of those symptoms, I will cancel preschool for the day.
Field trips
I am planning a few field trips with the preschoolers to various places in the community. A permission slip will be sent home one week before the field trip and parents are invited to come along as a chaperone. There will be a mandatory 3:1 ratio of children to adults for field trips.
Visitation and Volunteering
Visitation during preschool hours is not recommended due to the fact that visitors decrease the children’s ability to focus on the lesson and activities or they may be clingy when their parent is in sight.
Parents are welcome to volunteer any special talents or services for preschool anytime when it is applicable to the theme of the preschool day and when you have notified me that you will be coming. A calendar of upcoming themes will be sent home with your child each week.
I am not authorized to give your child medications that require a prescription, so in the event that prescribed medication is needed while your child is at preschool, you will need to come administer it to him/her. A Basic Release Form will need to be signed and submitted if you want me to give any over the counter medication.
Sick policy
If your child is running a fever, has nasal discharge, a flem-producing cough, or is throwing up or has diarrhea, he/she must remain at home. If I see these symptoms after your child has been dropped off at preschool I will phone the parent and the child must be picked up as soon as possible. If I have any of those symptoms, I will cancel preschool for the day.
Field trips
I am planning a few field trips with the preschoolers to various places in the community. A permission slip will be sent home one week before the field trip and parents are invited to come along as a chaperone. There will be a mandatory 3:1 ratio of children to adults for field trips.
Visitation and Volunteering
Visitation during preschool hours is not recommended due to the fact that visitors decrease the children’s ability to focus on the lesson and activities or they may be clingy when their parent is in sight.
Parents are welcome to volunteer any special talents or services for preschool anytime when it is applicable to the theme of the preschool day and when you have notified me that you will be coming. A calendar of upcoming themes will be sent home with your child each week.
Parking, Accident Reports, Toileting, Behavior Responding Techniques
Parking
When dropping off/picking up your child, you are welcome to park in my front driveway, in the driveway on the side of my house in front of the white fence, or on the side of the street on 1st East.
Accident Reports
In the event that your child has an accident and is injured, I will first care for the child, then call the parent within 24 hours, and fill out an Injury Report Form and send a copy home with you.
Toileting Issues
Your child must be able to identify the need to use the bathroom, have the ability to pull down his/her pants with minimal assistance, and eliminate in the toilet before preschool starts. Each child will be required to bring his/her own complete change of clothing to keep here at preschool in case they have an accident.
Behavior responding techniques
As an IBI (Intensive Behavioral Intervention) therapist, I believe that in regards to behavior problems, I will prevent as much as possible by providing clear expectations and opportunities for children to be successful. I will teach appropriate alternative behaviors through stories, role playing, and modeling. When responding to behavior problems, I will use redirection, structured cool-down, ignoring of mild inappropriate attention-seeking behaviors, and logical and educational consequences only after a warning has been issued. I will never use physical punishment, isolation, or humiliation. Appropriate behaviors will always be rewarded and children will be given opportunities to practice problem-solving skills and coping techniques. A Conflict Resolution form will be filled out at the end of the day and a copy sent home with the parent, letting them know what happened and how it was resolved.
When dropping off/picking up your child, you are welcome to park in my front driveway, in the driveway on the side of my house in front of the white fence, or on the side of the street on 1st East.
Accident Reports
In the event that your child has an accident and is injured, I will first care for the child, then call the parent within 24 hours, and fill out an Injury Report Form and send a copy home with you.
Toileting Issues
Your child must be able to identify the need to use the bathroom, have the ability to pull down his/her pants with minimal assistance, and eliminate in the toilet before preschool starts. Each child will be required to bring his/her own complete change of clothing to keep here at preschool in case they have an accident.
Behavior responding techniques
As an IBI (Intensive Behavioral Intervention) therapist, I believe that in regards to behavior problems, I will prevent as much as possible by providing clear expectations and opportunities for children to be successful. I will teach appropriate alternative behaviors through stories, role playing, and modeling. When responding to behavior problems, I will use redirection, structured cool-down, ignoring of mild inappropriate attention-seeking behaviors, and logical and educational consequences only after a warning has been issued. I will never use physical punishment, isolation, or humiliation. Appropriate behaviors will always be rewarded and children will be given opportunities to practice problem-solving skills and coping techniques. A Conflict Resolution form will be filled out at the end of the day and a copy sent home with the parent, letting them know what happened and how it was resolved.
Pick up/drop off times
Each child will need to be dropped off no sooner than 9:00 am for morning class (1pm for afternoon class) and preferably no later than 9:30 am (1:30pm for afternoon class) as this is when we begin circle time and it is distracting to students if others arrive during that time. Children will need to be picked up at 12pm for morning class and 4pm for afternoon class. If you are 8 minutes late or later to pick up your child more than 2 times, I will charge a $5 late pick up fee.
Cancellation of Classes
In the rare event that I have to cancel class, I will notify each parent by making a phone call one hour before class starts. I will only cancel if I am ill or if there is an emergency.
Payment Policy
I will accept cash or check for tuition, which will be due on the first class day of the month. After the first week, there will be a $5 charge per week that tuition is late.
There is a registration/supply fee of $25 per child that must be paid on the first day of preschool. Tuition is $70 per month. If you have more than one child enrolled, there is a sibling discount of $10 per child.
There is a registration/supply fee of $25 per child that must be paid on the first day of preschool. Tuition is $70 per month. If you have more than one child enrolled, there is a sibling discount of $10 per child.
Tuesday, April 26, 2011
Summer Semester Schedule
Summer Semester Schedule
• June 2011
7First day of school- Tuition due- My 5 Senses Theme – Differences and Similarities (Acceptance of Others)
9 Homes Theme- Emotions
14 School Theme- sharing part 1
16 Library Theme Sharing part 2
21 Police-Coping and how to protect myself
23 Police and Stranger Danger
28 Fire Safety
30 Possible Field trip to Fire Department
• July 2011
5 No school- Holiday break
7 Tuition due Dr. Theme
12 Dentist Theme- Dealing with Change
14 Dentist
19 Grocery Store Theme- Healthy Eating
21 Bakery and Patience Possible Field Trip
26 Post Office Theme- Being a good friend
28 Beauty Salon- Healthy Skin, Hair, and Nails
• August 2011
2 Tuition due- Gym and Exercise- Respecting Personal Space
9 Parks and Camping Theme- Good Sportsmanship
11 Possible Field Trip
16 Restaurant/Movie Theatre Theme- Manners
18 Last day of Preschool
• June 2011
7First day of school- Tuition due- My 5 Senses Theme – Differences and Similarities (Acceptance of Others)
9 Homes Theme- Emotions
14 School Theme- sharing part 1
16 Library Theme Sharing part 2
21 Police-Coping and how to protect myself
23 Police and Stranger Danger
28 Fire Safety
30 Possible Field trip to Fire Department
• July 2011
5 No school- Holiday break
7 Tuition due Dr. Theme
12 Dentist Theme- Dealing with Change
14 Dentist
19 Grocery Store Theme- Healthy Eating
21 Bakery and Patience Possible Field Trip
26 Post Office Theme- Being a good friend
28 Beauty Salon- Healthy Skin, Hair, and Nails
• August 2011
2 Tuition due- Gym and Exercise- Respecting Personal Space
9 Parks and Camping Theme- Good Sportsmanship
11 Possible Field Trip
16 Restaurant/Movie Theatre Theme- Manners
18 Last day of Preschool
Cleaning Procedures
The facility will be thoroughly cleaned each week. All toys will be sanitized with a solution of tea tree essential oil and dish soap and water on a weekly basis. All cleaning supplies will be stored in a locked cabinet.
Certification/Experience/Licensing
Teacher’s Qualifications:
• B.S. in Child Development at BYU-Idaho with a minor in dance
• Over 2 years experience as a Dance Instructor for ages 3-18 years
• 1 ½ years experience as a Developmental Therapist
• 3 years experience as an Intensive Behavioral Intervention Therapist
• Infant/Child First Aid and CPR certified
• B.S. in Child Development at BYU-Idaho with a minor in dance
• Over 2 years experience as a Dance Instructor for ages 3-18 years
• 1 ½ years experience as a Developmental Therapist
• 3 years experience as an Intensive Behavioral Intervention Therapist
• Infant/Child First Aid and CPR certified
Monday, March 21, 2011
Now Accepting Preschoolers for Summer Session!
Kiersi’s Kids Preschool
Teacher’s Qualifications:
• B.S. in Child Development at BYU-Idaho with a minor in dance
• Over 2 years experience as a Dance Instructor for ages 3-18 years
• 1 ½ years experience as a Developmental Therapist
• 3 years experience as an Intensive Behavioral Intervention Therapist
• Infant/Child First Aid and CPR certified
Summer Curriculum Theme: My Community (Featuring a Social Skills Course teaching concepts such as sharing, identifying emotions, accepting no, patience, and dealing with change)
Morning Class: Tuesday/Thursday 9:00 am- 12:00 pm
Afternoon Class: Tuesday/Thursday 1:00 pm- 4:00 pm
One-time Registration Fee: $25
Monthly Tuition: $70
Each class will include a healthy snack and a wide range of activities such as music and movement.
Classes begin June 7, 2011
*Limited space available
Contact Kiersi Rolfson at 757-1462 or by email: kiersiskidspreschool@gmail.com
Teacher’s Qualifications:
• B.S. in Child Development at BYU-Idaho with a minor in dance
• Over 2 years experience as a Dance Instructor for ages 3-18 years
• 1 ½ years experience as a Developmental Therapist
• 3 years experience as an Intensive Behavioral Intervention Therapist
• Infant/Child First Aid and CPR certified
Summer Curriculum Theme: My Community (Featuring a Social Skills Course teaching concepts such as sharing, identifying emotions, accepting no, patience, and dealing with change)
Morning Class: Tuesday/Thursday 9:00 am- 12:00 pm
Afternoon Class: Tuesday/Thursday 1:00 pm- 4:00 pm
One-time Registration Fee: $25
Monthly Tuition: $70
Each class will include a healthy snack and a wide range of activities such as music and movement.
Classes begin June 7, 2011
*Limited space available
Contact Kiersi Rolfson at 757-1462 or by email: kiersiskidspreschool@gmail.com
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