Georgia's Pre-K Program

Elementary Instruction 
Dr. Tawana Tucker, Director

PRE-KINDERGARTEN PROGRAM

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The Pre-Kindergarten classroom is structured to provide a positive, flexible, and relaxed environment for the purpose of achieving desired goals. Opportunities to explore, discover, experiment, create, understand, and learn are ongoing. A variety of experiences provided in the Pre-Kindergarten learning environment result in a unique abundance of behavioral, academic and social growth for the Pre-Kindergarten child. Social graces are taught and stressed. The classroom is divided into various work areas: art, manipulatives, blocks, housekeeping, language, math and science.

Bright From the Start

A TYPICAL DAY AT PRE-K

Circle Time :: Supported by the teachers, children will participate in circle activities, such as: morning song, weather chart, helpers, finger plays, and messages. circle time



Small Group Time ::
Each teacher works with a small group of children. At this time activities are introduced to provide opportunities to develop new skills and to reinforce previously learning skills.

Work Time :: Children are given access to the work areas and are encouraged to make plans and set goals for the activities they choose to do. A variety of developmentally appropriate material is provided to facilitate success. Work may be done independently or in small groups. Teachers use this time to observe, assess, and guide as needed.

Outdoor Activities :: Children will be involved with outdoor games, toys, and equipment which will facilitate the development of large motor skills, socialization skills, and decision making skills.

Music/Movement :: Children will participate in a variety of activities involving music and movement. Dramatic play, songs, games, music, and props will be employed at this time to encourage individual and group creativity. An opportunity to develop fine and large motor skills as well as listening and behavioral skills will be provided through exposure to music and rhythm.

Story Time ::  Children will hear and create stories. Stories, books, flannel board activities, props, child dictation, and other tools will be employed to develop listening and language skills. Dramatics may also be incorporated.

Quiet Time :: Children will engage in quiet time activities. Soft music may be played during nap time. Children may choose to “read” a book.

For more information, please contact your child’s assigned school.