Guided by the teacher, parents participate with their child in group activities,
songs, playtime, art and crafts, music and movement. Young children will
enjoy meeting new playmates, and having time to explore and play in an age
appropriate setting while feeling the comfort of having a parent in the
room.
One morning each month, there will be a parent discussion group led by a
professional from Jewish Family Services. Parents have time to meet other
parents with young children.
This class will be limited to 10 children.
BJ TOTS (with parent or caregiver)
HOURS: 10:45 A.M.-11:45 A.M.
ONE DAY PER WEEK - WEDNESDAY
ELIGIBILITY: 12-17 MONTHS BY AUGUST 31.2006
The teacher creates an atmosphere that allows children to explore and play in an age appropriate setting where parents are nearby for comfort. During circle time parents and children interact creatively through movement with their bodies and experience music through songs and simple instruments. Parents and children also have the opportunity to explore art in a variety of media and listen to stories. Parents have time to meet other parents with young children.
MOMMY AND ME ( September-December)
HOURS: 9:30 A.M. - 11:00 A.M.
TWO DAYS PER WEEK - TUESDAY AND THURSDAY
ELIGIBILITY: 18-23 MONTHS BY AUGUST 31.
This popular class is designed to set up exciting activities that allow
children to express themselves creatively, socially, and physically. The
teacher provides opportunities for parents and children to interact through
engaging art projects, music with instruments, and movement with objects.
In an age-appropriate, secure environment with warm, engaging, and nurturing
teachers, children are encouraged to explore and experiment with a variety
of toys and arts and crafts materials, and they have an opportunity to listen
to stories and play games. Without realizing it, the children are being
prepared for the classroom setting.
In January this wonderful class becomes a class without parents to promote
independence and prepare children for separation from parents and for entry
into the 2 year old program.
MOMMY AND ME TRANSITON CLASS (January-May)
HOURS: 9:30 A.M. - 11:00 A.M.
TWO DAYS PER WEEK - TUESDAY AN THURSDAY
ELIGIBILITY: 18-23 MONTHS BY DECEMBER 31.
The transition class is an extension of Mommy and Me and begins each January.
Parents start leaving their children with the same, loving and nurturing
teachers, in the classroom with the same children that who were in the Mommy
and Me class. In this safe, familiar environment the children continue creative
movement, singing, art, stories, and play. This session promotes independence
and prepares the children for separation from parents and entry into the
two-year old program.
TWO TO TWO AND ONE HALF YEAR-OLD PROGRAM
HOURS: 9:30 A.M. - 12:00 NOON
TWO DAYS PER WEEK - TUESDAY AND THUSDAY
FOUR OR FIVE DAY OPTIONS
ELIGIBILITY: AGE 2 BY AUGUST 31ST
This stimulating program offers just the right mix of age appropriate activities
to encourage creativity, imagination, exploration and curiosity through
hands-on activities. The teachers provide the tools and experiences for
peer interaction, movement and responsibility for self and activities. Early
learning skills are introduced and practiced.
TWO AND ONE HALF TO THREE YEAR-OLD PROGRAM
HOURS: 9:30 A.M. - 12:00 NOON
THREE DAYS PER WEEK - MONDAY, WEDNESDAY AND FRIDAY
FOUR OR FIVE DAY OPTIONS
ELIGBIITIY: AGE 21/2 BY AUGUST 31ST
This stimulating program offers just the right mix of age appropriate activities to encourage creativity, imagination, exploration and curiosity through hands-on activities. The teachers provide the tools and experiences for peer interaction, movement and responsibility for self and activities. Early learning skills are introduced and practiced.
THREE TO FOUR YEAR-OLD PROGRAM
HOURS: 9:30 A.M. - 12:00 NOON
FOUR DAYS PER WEEK - MONDAY THROUGH THURSDAY OR
FIVE DAY OPTION
ELIGIBILITY: AGE 3 BY AUGUST 31ST
This program is designed to give the child the freedom to make choices and be responsible, while developing imagination, creativity, and a positive sense of self worth. The teachers encourage children to solve their own problems by using proper communication skills. These skills are honed through activities that involve interaction with other children as well as the environment. Children are introduced to a variety of social, physical, creative, academic and Judaic activities using a hands-on approach to complete more complex tasks requiring a longer period of concentration.
FOUR TO FIVE YEAR-OLD PROGRAM
HOURS: 9:30 A.M. - 12:00 NOON
FIVE DAYS PER WEEK - MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY
ELIGIBITILY: AGE 4 BY AUGUST 31ST
This Program recognizes that kindergarten requires certain skills and that it is appropriate to prepare the children for the years ahead. Thus, while maintaining a safe and nurturing environment, our teachers emphasize the importance of more complex decision making, more exploration, mastering increasingly complex skills, and undertaking more responsibility and challenges at a higher level. Our teachers use a hands-on approach to apply academic and Judaic skills to a wide variety of situations. This Program teaches children to be able to be more verbal and creative. It also prepares them for kindergarten socially, emotionally, academically and physically.
"POLLYWOGS"
HOURS: 12:00 NOON - 2:30 P.M.
ONE AFTERNOON PER WEEK - FRIDAY
ELIGIBITILY: PRE-KINDERGARTEN
The "Pollywogs" teachers create special activities that expose the pre-kindergarten children to more cultural, creative, and worldly experiences. This program is designed to give each child a glimpse into the real world by providing experiences with real world activities. Children develop a sense of accomplishment, growth in personality, and achievement. Most importantly, successfully completing these activities helps to develop a positive self-image. Pollywogs explore different themes each Friday. Past themes include the following: magic, crystallization, maps and treasure, historical people, wonders of the world, pasta, and hot air balloons. Teachers use art projects, science experiments, cooking, numbers, and drama to teach children about the theme. Children bring a sack lunch and a drink.
EARLY MORNING DROP OFF
HOURS: 8:00 A.M. - 9:30 A.M.
AVAILABLE MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY
EILIGIBILTIY: TWO, THREE, AND FOUR - YEAR OLDS
Reservations are accepted for the year, but with reasonable notice to the teacher, parents can arrange for early morning drop off on any given day. There is a cost per day or you may purchase a ticket for 5 or 10 mornings.
LATE STAY / ENRICHMENT
HOURS: 12:00 NOON - 2:30 P.M.
AVAILABLE MONDAY THROUGH THURSDAY
Parents can enroll their children for Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays,
or a combination of any of these days. Afternoon enrichment programs are
held in four-week sessions. Children bring a sack lunch and drink; snacks
are provided. Some programs such as Spanish and Mix and Stir (cooking) are
offered on a year long basis and others such as Glue and Paint (art), Fun
with numbers, Israeli Dancing and Tales & More (story and drama) vary
by session. Enrollment for the year is suggested. If classes are not full,
parents may arrange with the director for 4- week sessions. These are especially
fun for the children. These programs are open to the community although
B'nai Jehudah ECEC students are given priority enrollment.
EXTENDED CARE
HOURS: 2:30 P.M. - 6:00 P.M.
AVAILABLE MONDAY THROUGH THURSDAY
ELIGIBILITY: AGES 2-6
With staff supervision, children can stay and play in the Early Childhood Pod and outside on the playground.
LUNCH BUNCH
HOURS: 12:00 NOON - 1:00 P.M.
AVAILABLE MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY
ELIBIBILITY: AGES 2 - 6
Children bring lunch and a drink and have time to play with their friends.
Reservations are accepted for the year, but with reasonable notice to the
teacher, parents can arrange for Lunch Bunch prior to the day their child
will be staying. The fee is per day or parents may purchase a ticket for
5 afternoons or 10 afternoons.
HOLIDAY CAMPS
HOURS: 9:30 to 2:30 P.M.
ELIGIBILITY: AGES 21/2 TO 6
Camp Frosty is held several days during winter break and Camp Koolade is held several days during spring break. Each day is different theme. Some of our activities include drama, art, cooking, science and music. Children bring a sack lunch and drink. Sign up sheets and registration forms will be available before each session and spaces are limited. These programs are open to the community although B'nai Jehudah Preschool students are given priority enrollment.
PRE-FIT PROGRAM
HOURS: 1:00 P.M. - 1:30 P.M., TUESDAY
ELIGIBILITY: AGES 2 TO 6
Pre-fit introduces children to different sports activities and gives them the opportunity to exercise and burn off some energy in a fun, positive way. Pre-fit fees are set and collected by Pre-fit staff. There is a charge for your child to stay for lunch from 12:00 noon - 1:00 p.m. until Pre-Fit starts. Children bring a sack lunch and drink. Sign up sheets and registration forms will be available before each session and spaces are limited. There is an additional charge if you would like your child to stay until 2:30 p.m. These programs are open to the community although B'nai Jehudah Preschool students are given priority enrollment.