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Friday, August 16, 2013
Friday, August 9, 2013
There is More To Education Than Pencils and Paper
We have always said that there is more to education than pencils and paper, thus our school program name, Move-N-Learn! Children learn better doing and having fun in a playful environment than sitting at a desk all day. Take a moment and think back to your favorite teachers. I bet they did not have you just sitting at a desk with pencils and paper.
You might find this article interesting:
http://www.cnn.com/2010/OPINION/12/29/christakis.play.children.learning/index.html
You might find this article interesting:
http://www.cnn.com/2010/OPINION/12/29/christakis.play.children.learning/index.html
Registration On Line
For our very busy parents, they can always register on line at www.academyoffineartsok.com
Preschool or Daycare?
Lately there are a lot of daycare centers that are calling themselves preschools because they dedicated a couple of hours a day to learning situations. The teachers for the preschool tend to be the employees/caregivers of the preschool. And so, parents are left trying to figure out what it is that they really want and need for their children's educational needs.
The word preschool is actually meant for an early education before attending formal school. In that case, every parents home is already a preschool, because your child is learning from birth. And Pre-K stands for before kindergarten, so again, your home is also a Pre-K. Silly thinking? Well, maybe and maybe not.
Today's busy parents may just be that, too busy and hurried to truly research out what a preschool and pre-k program should look and feel like. Too busy to find out what the "school" teaches. And so they opt for a daycare that offers a couple of hours of preschool training that includes cutting, gluing, tracing, filling in with a pencil or crayon, social graces, some life skills and call it good.
But parents may really want to slow down and takes some time to truly think about what they want for their preschool age child. Maybe take a vacation day to tour and interview the facility directors and teachers. Not sure what to ask? You might find this link helpful for questions to ask. http://www.babycenter.com/0_preschool-director-teacher-interview_1450420.bc
The other thing thing a parent may want to sit down and figure out is the true value of a program versus the fees. Some half time places may seem a bit pricey when compared to the daycare/preschool combos, but the value of the actual education may be much higher and therefor your child will be better prepared and experience. Truly ready for private or public Kindergarten. Never make your decision on tuition price. When the others are cheaper, ask why. Are the government funded? Supported by a church? Supported by an organization?
Be sure you have all of the facts to make the best decision for your young children, because it is their early education that sets the stage for the rest of their education.
The word preschool is actually meant for an early education before attending formal school. In that case, every parents home is already a preschool, because your child is learning from birth. And Pre-K stands for before kindergarten, so again, your home is also a Pre-K. Silly thinking? Well, maybe and maybe not.
Today's busy parents may just be that, too busy and hurried to truly research out what a preschool and pre-k program should look and feel like. Too busy to find out what the "school" teaches. And so they opt for a daycare that offers a couple of hours of preschool training that includes cutting, gluing, tracing, filling in with a pencil or crayon, social graces, some life skills and call it good.
But parents may really want to slow down and takes some time to truly think about what they want for their preschool age child. Maybe take a vacation day to tour and interview the facility directors and teachers. Not sure what to ask? You might find this link helpful for questions to ask. http://www.babycenter.com/0_preschool-director-teacher-interview_1450420.bc
The other thing thing a parent may want to sit down and figure out is the true value of a program versus the fees. Some half time places may seem a bit pricey when compared to the daycare/preschool combos, but the value of the actual education may be much higher and therefor your child will be better prepared and experience. Truly ready for private or public Kindergarten. Never make your decision on tuition price. When the others are cheaper, ask why. Are the government funded? Supported by a church? Supported by an organization?
Be sure you have all of the facts to make the best decision for your young children, because it is their early education that sets the stage for the rest of their education.
Thursday, August 1, 2013
Fall Registration Set For August 5th-7th
We will be accepting fall registration on site, August 5-7th at our Woodward location. Ages 2-3 yrs and 4-51/2 yrs may register in person Monday through Wednesday from 4-8 pm at 609 Main Street in Woodward.
Please be advised that our arts based preschool and pre-k/ jr kindergarten is a private, half time education program. It does meet the state common core standards.
We DO NOT OFFER DAY CARE SERVICES nor do we offer scholarships at this time.
Join us for a great year! Visit our Facebook page to see more information regarding our program.
***On line registration is available at www.academyoffineartsok.com
Please be advised that our arts based preschool and pre-k/ jr kindergarten is a private, half time education program. It does meet the state common core standards.
We DO NOT OFFER DAY CARE SERVICES nor do we offer scholarships at this time.
Join us for a great year! Visit our Facebook page to see more information regarding our program.
***On line registration is available at www.academyoffineartsok.com
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