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Venice, CA
Mishkon Tephilo's Susan Sims Bodenstein Preschool
Parents at this school would recommend this school to other parents. |
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Telephone: (310) 396-7733 · Website: www.mishkon.org/preschool.html
Home-School Connection
| OVERALL RATING (3.9) | |
| Conducts an open house at start of school year | |
| Conducts a parent-teacher meeting at start of school year | |
| Conducts regular parent teacher conferences | |
| Provides summary of child’s learning at end of year | |
| Provides guidance on developmental goals for the following year | |
| Provides guidance on best Kindergarten and elementary schools |
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Separation
| OVERALL RATING (4.3) |
Beginning of the year separation is handled through:
- Parents in classrooms early on
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Director's Comments
'The first few days of preschool are very exciting for parent and child, but it can also be a difficult time. However eager your child seems to begin preschool, there will be a moment when s/he realizes that you are not going to be there. The apprehension that accompanies that realization is a normal one, for both of you. Most children have little difficulty adjusting to preschool; nevertheless, a gradual separation is important to assure a smooth transition. The staff of Susan Sims Bodenstein Preschool is committed to giving you support and time to make this adjustment period as pleasant as possible.' -- Extracted from the Mishkon Tephilo Susan Sims Bodenstein Preschool website
Parent Community
| COHESIVENESS RATING (3.7) |
Parents:
- Hold social events at the school to build community
- Fundraise
- Are able to visit the school anytime we want
- Go on field trips
- Encourage play dates out of school
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Parents' Comments
Parent #1
Attend specific activities (such as Shabbat) when our children are involved. As well, we're able to attend classes when our children need it.
Modes of Communication Between School and Home
- Notes
- Phone Calls
- Voice Mail
- Special Meetings
- Two or More Regular Conferences
- Drop-Off
- Pick-Up
- Regular newsletter/printed updates circulated to the whole school
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Parents' Comments
Parent #1
Monthly parent meetings
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