Early Childhood Teachers

Linda Kuntz - 3 Year Olds
Tarah Ferrier - 4 Year Olds
Kate Loufik - 4 Year Olds
Jennifer Myers - Kindergarten

Robin Talbot- Computer/Technology
Doreen Poole - Music
Jerry Conicello - Phys. Ed.
Linda Moye - Art

Early Childhood Department

Penn Christian Academy Preschool is accredited by Association of Christian Schools International. Though religiously exempt from licensure, we strive to self-regulate to the Pennsylvania state regulations for early education programs.

 

Below you will find the Preschool Handbook for 2009-10*

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Preschool - Kindergarten Programs

Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it.
Proverbs 22:6

The Learning Plan

At Penn Christian Academy, the learning plan is built on the fundamental truth that each child is a valuable individual who possesses unique gifts and learning styles. Students enrolled in PCA's Preschool and Kindergarten program build positive relationships with classmates and teachers. Together they explore nature, science, art, music, drama, physical exercise, reading, writing, mathematics and God's Word. With a high degree of sensitivity to each child's learning readiness, teachers encourage each students' progress.

The Learning Environment

PCA's Preschool and Kindergarten are located on the Penn Christian Academy campus in Norristown. The suburban setting provides eleven acres complete with two playgrounds. The school building (52,000 square feet) supports the preschool - kindergarten learning program with large classrooms, full size gymnasium, preschool gymnasium, cafeteria, library, art , music and computer rooms. Colorful classrooms are filled with learning centers, print rich materials and a vast assortment of manipulatives.

The Learning Team

PCA's warm and friendly teachers are early childhood education professionals with an average teaching experience of fourteen years. Teachers are evaluated regularly and attend professional development workshops every semester. Parent-teacher conferences help maintain common goals for the progress and achievement of each child.

The Preschool and Kindergarten Program

Penn Christian Academy's Preschool and Kindergarten are positive, bright, lively and colorful environments that focus on the development of the whole child. Guided by caring teachers, children experience the joy and adventure of learning. Individualized attention from teachers, peer group cooperative learning and parent involvement combine to make the Christ-centered atmosphere a delight for children.

Kindergarten

  • Must be 5 by September 1
  • Half or Full Day options
  • Busing available
  • Gym/Art/Music/Library/Computer Specials
  • Thematic Units
  • "Home Projects"
  • Class Books
  • Journals/Pictionaries
  • Phonics/Handwriting/Mathematics/Reading Workbooks
  • Learning Activities

Pre-Kindergarten

  • Must be 4 by September 1st
  • 3 or 5, Full or Half Day options
  • Daily Bible lessons & prayer
  • Book Buddies
  • Interest Areas/Learning Activities
  • Thematic Units
  • Journaling
  • Cooking through the alphabet
  • "In-house" field trips
  • Music/Fitness programs

Preschool

  • Must be 3 by September 1
  • 2, 3 or 5 Half or Full Day programs
  • Color/Number/Shape/Letter recognition
  • Daily Bible Stories & prayer
  • Journaling
  • Music & Fitness programs
  • Interest Areas
  • Thematic Units
  • Learning Activities

Department Highlights

  • Monthly Chapels
  • Special Event Days
  • All-School Prayer
  • International Month
  • Before & After School Care available (7:00 - 8:15 A.M., 3:30 - 6:00 P.M.)
  • Hot lunch program (optional)

 


Attachments:
Download this file (Farewell.doc)Farewell from Mrs. LaForest[Thank you for 15 wonderful years at PCA!]21 Kb
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