First Day of Preschool: An Open Letter
Welcome to the APPOO JESUS PLACE EARLY-CARE MINISTRY(CCAM)Preschool! The first day of school is an exciting milestone in your child’s life. Your child is embarking on a journey that will lead them on many roads of discovery and learning. As wonderful as this new experience may be, it can also be quite stressful for the young child. New situations and change can, at times, be unsettling for all of us. For many children this may be their first experience of separation from parents or caregivers at home. It is common for even the most outgoing child to be anxious on the first day of school.
We have provided a few suggestions for assisting your child during this time. Remember the preschool staff will be available to provide support and assistance; making your child’s first school days happy days.
• Prepare your child for the new school experience by explaining what to expect. Answer all questions directly and honestly.
• Convey a positive attitude. Young children are aware of your feelings. Your enthusiasm will assure the child that school can be a fun and exciting place.
• Establish a routine involving both the night before a school day as well as morning preparation. Rituals and routines will add predictability and are comforting in unfamiliar situations.
• Bring something from home. This is acceptable and often reassuring in helping the child with the initial adjustment to school. This item may be a treasured blankie or even a photo from home.
• Clearly state to your child where you will be and when you will return. It may also be helpful to discuss what will happen when you are reunited.
• Maintain a clear good-bye routine. This may include warning the child you are leaving in 3 minutes, a kiss and hug, or a wave from the window. Once you tell your child you are leaving, it is important to follow through. Extending the good-bye with, “Ok just one more kiss, and then I really have to go” tends to heighten anxiety rather than relieve it. Avoid sneaking out, as this seems to encourage children to become less trusting and makes the second day of school even harder.
Again, please know APPOO JESUS PLACE EARLY-CARE MINISTRY(CCAM) are here to help make the first day of school a happy transition and we look forward to an exciting and fun year.
Sincerely,
About our program
APPOO JESUS PLACE EARLY-CARE MINISTRY(CCAM)’s School in Indianapolis, children thrive through exciting outdoor activities and hands-on learning. Our focus on exploration and play sets us apart, while our commitment to fostering growth and preparing kids for the future shines in all that we do.
Our Teachers
Providing a safe, fun, educational environment for children, caring. for several children, starting from 13 months until school aged, preparing them for kindergarten, create and enforce employee policies to ensure the safety of children, teaching basic preschool materials, including arts and crafts.
DAILY SCHEDULE
Our day begins upon the arrival of the first child and ends upon the departure of the last child each day. Children will be encouraged, but will never be forced to participate in any activity.
9:00 amBreakfast – Those children who arrive prior to 9:30 am will be served breakfast.
9:45 amCircle Time – Children will be given an opportunity to share any news or special experiences. During this time we will sing interactive songs, such as “The ABC’s”, “Wheels on the Bus” and “Five Little Monkeys”. We will discuss the day of the week, the month, the year, and the weather. One child will be chosen to mark each of the calendar components.
10:30 amFree Play – Children will choose their own games and activities. There will be a variety of toys, games, and activities available to the children geared toward enhancing their growth and development. If weather permits we may go outside.
11:15 amGroup Activity Time – Children will participate in our morning activity. This may involve arts & crafts, science & discovery, games, puzzles, etc. Some days this will be a planned activity based on our current theme or skill focus. Other days the children will be given materials to work on their own creations. As we finish our activity the children will move on to free play.
11:45 amClean-Up Time – Toys are put away and hands are washed before lunch.
12:00 pmLunch
12:30 pmClean-Up Time – Children get ready for rest time.
12:45 pmStory time
1:00 pmRest Time – All children are given a short rest period.
1:30 pmNap/Quiet Play – Those children who have not fallen asleep by this time may play quietly. There are books, puzzles, educational computer games and a variety of toys available for quiet play.
3:00 pmAfternoon snack
3:45 pmCircle Time – Afternoon circle time gives us a chance to say good-bye to friends. Those children who were not present during the early morning are given an opportunity to share any news or special experiences. During this time we will sing interactive songs and read a story.
4:15 pmFree Play – Children will choose their own games and activities. There will be a variety of toys, games, and activities available to the children geared toward enhancing their growth and development. If weather permits we may go outside.
4:45 pm Clean-Up Time – Toys are put away and hands and faces are freshened up for mom and dad to pick up.
5:00 pm TV Time – Children are offered TV and a variety of toys to play with while we wait for parents to pick up. Toys are to be put back before the child leaves for the day.
Activities
Admissions
Join the Appoo Jesus Place Early-Care Ministry(CCAM)’s School community in three easy steps:
1. Explore our website
We’ve provided information about our philosophies and offerings to help you decide if our program may be right for your family.
2. Tour our program
Come see what makes Appoo Jesus Place Early-Care Ministry(CCAM)’s School unique. If we are currently hosting tours, you can request or schedule a tour at the top of this page. If we are not currently hosting tours, you’ll see a “Request Info” button at the top of this page; if you submit your information using this button, we will notify you when we start host tours again in the future.
3. Submit an Enrollment Application
If you’re interested in enrolling, submit an application by selecting APPLY TO ENROLL. If this option is not available on website. Please do not apply to enroll until you have set up a tour and visited the program facility.
