Our Redeemer Lutheran School

From the Director:

We believe that each child is unique and born with an individual growth pattern that differs from all other children. Therefore, we will provide a stimulating and comfortable environment in which the child can explore and discover at an individual rate of development. We believe that the development of a positive self-concept is one of the most vital factors in school success. Therefore, we will provide each child with materials and guidance at the individual instructional level where successful experiences can be achieved. We believe that a child’s work is his/her play, and that young children learn best through multi-sensory activities and manipulative materials. Therefore, each child will be provided with creative learning materials such as puzzles, blocks, games, etc. all of which have a very meaningful purpose.

Each class day can be extended to 3:30pm on individual days for an additional fee. In addition, we offer before and after care for those who are potty trained from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm.

Our Early Childhood teachers will establish their own schedules of learning activities. However, the programs will allow as much free choice for the child as possible.

Each day will have a balance of free choice and group activity; quiet, play and active play; indoor and outdoor play (when possible); large muscle and small muscle manipulation activities (coloring, cutting, painting, puzzles, etc.)

The Early Childhood day will be composed of a well-rounded program aiming at the total development of each child.

Through listening to stories and speaking during group discussions, the child will develop skills essential to beginning reading.

Through dramatization of stories and role-playing, the child will learn about his/her environment and the work around him/her.

Through manipulative games and group activities the child will learn about color, letter, and number concepts.

Through the use of “Big Books”, literature, puppets, and games the child will learn to begin printing the alphabet and numerals, as well as his/her name.

Through movement activities, the child will learn to use his/her whole body to develop large muscle coordination.

Through manipulating materials, the child will begin to understand the meaning of terms like smaller and larger, like and different, more than and less than which are necessary skills for building number concepts.

Through concentration activities like puzzles and games, the child will learn to use eye muscles and hand muscles for coordination necessary for beginning reading and writing.

Through observing and participating in science experiments and cooking activities, the child develops an awareness of his/her senses.

Through creative activities, like painting and cutting, the child develops more skills that are important for beginning reading and writing.

Through singing and music the child will develop auditory skills and pattern relationships important for reading readiness and will also continue to feel self confident.

Weekly Email blasts, weekly E-newsletter, Room Parent communications, teacher phone numbers available, 2 parent teacher conferences per year.