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Berkeley, CA
Gan Shalom
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neighborhood: Berkeley North · Telephone: (510) 848-3298
Home-School Connection
| OVERALL RATING (4.6) | 
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| Conducts an open house at start of school year |
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| Conducts a parent-teacher meeting at start of school year |
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| Conducts regular parent teacher conferences |
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| Provides summary of child’s learning at end of year |
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| Provides guidance on developmental goals for the following year |
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| Provides guidance on best Kindergarten and elementary schools |
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Director's Comments
We offer:
a newsletter,
e-mail,
phone before/after school (short),
arranged meetings, and
parent teacher conference for all 2 times per year (more if needed).
Separation
| OVERALL RATING (5.0) |
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Beginning of the year separation is handled through:
- Parents in classroom early on
- Small group sessions
- Pre-entry meetings with parents at school
- Home visits by teachers
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Director's Comments
We have a workshop for parents giving tips. We encourage routines and work on an individual basis.
Drop-in Policy
- During school parents are encouraged to drop-in during specific times
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General Parent Education
-This preschool does conduct parent education classes
-This preschool does connect parents with services and activities that can help you help your child develop better at home
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Parent Community
| COHESIVENESS RATING (5.0) |
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Parents:
- Hold social events at the school to build community
- Fundraise
- Go on field trips
- Volunteer in the classroom
- Hold social events outside of the school (with and/or without children)
- Encourage play dates out of school
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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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