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Preschool Bright Beginnings Preschool

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BRIGHT BEGINNINGS

PRESCHOOL

MISSION STATEMENT
Bright Beginnings Preschool program is guided by the philosophy of
Mary Fleck Laura Kline Sharon Mistic learning through play. Our teaching staff provides a wide variety of
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daily activities to expand and develop each child’s physical, creative,
cognitive, social, and emotional growth. We motivate children with
positive reinforcement, age-appropriate toys, role models, and
activities that help stimulate the various areas of development. Daily
activities encourage artistic expression, physical conditioning, and
problem-solving skills.
PROGRAM GOALS
Under the guidance of our exceptional and qualified teaching staff,
children learn how to adapt to a group setting, how to follow
Melanie Moorhouse Heather Tarjan Lisa Wright directions and share with others. The school year curriculum will
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stimulating environment. Kindergarten readiness skills are integrated
into the 4-year-old daily activities.
Our preschool teachers are committed to fostering partnerships with
the children and families we serve through mutual respect and
understanding. Teachers provide a nurturing, stable, and loving
environment so that children have a sense of security and develop
social and emotional skills.
CURRICULUM
Carmelina Yoshioka Diane Zajac Bright Beginnings Preschool curriculum follows weekly themes. The
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themes incorporate activities that are developmentally appropriate for
all areas of a child’s development; physical, emotional, social and
cognitive. Teachers provide age-appropriate activities using a variety of
materials to reinforce the theme.
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Bright Beginnings Preschool staff is an integral part of the classroom.
(LISTED ALPHABETICALLY) Each class has a lead teacher and assistant. Staff maintain 15 hours of
in-service in ECE yearly, and are certified in CPR, AED, and First-Aid.
All staff meets the requirements issued by DCFS to teach at Bright
Beginnings Preschool.

Niles Park District Bright Beginnings Preschool is certified by the
Illinois Department of Children and Family Services.

Julie Bartoli Cheryl Schreiman Carol Welton
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