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Senator Buchanan Elementary School
 

 JUMPSTART

Morning Classes:
8:45 - 11:30 Monday through Thursday
Afternoon Classes:

12:30 - 3:15 Monday through Thursday

Guiding Principles:

Every child learns - every child succeeds

Experiences during preschool years are crucial to a child's learning and development.

A safe and caring environment is necessary for learning.

Children learn through play.

Staff and families work as partners.

A team approach is used to address all areas of a child's development.

Active involvement in meaningful learning experiences includes challenges and successes.

An individualized approach promotes success for all.

Decision making and responsibilities are shared.

Children learn and reflect what they know in different ways.

Children's needs are identified early and proactive steps are taken to address potential problems before they come to elementary school.

Schools are ready to accept children and adapt their programs to ensure learning and success.

All children should have access to quality programs, with particular attention to children in need of special support.

Admission to the Program:

Age:
childern who are 3 years
old by Sept. 1 in the year of entry.

Cost: $140.00 per month for 4 times per week

 

Jumpstart Program Facts:

Our program provides a quality education because it:

is child centered. play-based and developmentally appropriate

provides a comprehensive educational program that is individualized for each child

is taught by an experienced early childhood and special education teacher

provides a team of assistants, a teacher and consultant especially trained to work with young children and their families

focuses on speech and language skills, gross and fine motor planning

promotes early literacy and preschool skills

provides an atmosphere of love and respect for every child

involves parents and arranges parent child activities

Administered by Lethbridge School District No. 51 

follows the school year calendar

has small class sizes (20 children)

provides a high adult to child ratio

may offer music and computer time within the program

Additional Information:To register, or to find out if this program is the right choice for your child, please call:

   Senator Buchanan School 327-7321

A Birth Certificate and Alberta Health Care Card is required for Registration

Note: Children with Special Needs may be eligible for funding call 380-5291

     
  Preschool Manager Kellie Pierzchala