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WMHS Early Child Development
Preschool Laboratory
Physical Development
Intellectual Development
Emotional Development
Social Development
Small & Large Motor Development
Writing & Scissor Skills
Arts & Crafts
4 Days A Week... Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday
7:45 am –10:50 am / Follows MCPS Calendar
Contact: Kimberly Krill, 301-840-3967 or [email protected]
WMHS Early Child Development
The educational and interactive activities in the preschool program help the
preschool child achieve the following objectives:
Look forward to going to school
Decrease separation anxiety from parents or caregivers
Develop a rapport with teachers, both adults and caregivers. Initiate
interactions with others
Function as a group member
Strengthen skills in listening, speaking, concentration and problem solving.
Strengthen large and small motor development
Attend to personal hygiene needs
Take care of belongings in the space provided
Follow program rules
Follow a routine
Develop self-confidence
Program Goals for Watkins Mill Preschool Laboratory
In the Early Child Development program, the children learn the school rules and procedures as
well as the proper behavior for school. By following a daily routine, the preschoolers know what
to expect and what is expected of them.
The children spend time interacting with their classmates as well as with the student teachers.
Activities and lessons include hands-on learning in various centers. These centers include: table
toys, blocks, dramatic play, art, math, science, social studies, language arts, outdoors, cooking
and music/movement.
Each day of Preschool there is a theme to explore and discuss. The children complete activities
in various centers relating to the theme. Thus, each child becomes an "expert" on the theme of
the day. There is a wide variety of themes for the school year, some of which include the letters
of the alphabet, school tools, friendship & family, seasons, animals, etc.
The Early Child Development course teacher and the student teachers understand that each child
is very special and unique. Each child needs the time to be an individual and self-sufficient.
To provide each preschooler with one on one attention, a second year student teacher will be
paired with a child. The student teacher will work with the child on activities that are
specifically designed for that preschooler. Some activities include reading books that interest the
child or working on language arts and math lessons.
The student teachers are dedicated and devoted to the well-being and education of each child.
Their goal is to make Early Child Development as enjoyable, and educational as possible.
By the time of their preschool graduation, the preschool children will be prepared to face the
challenges that lie ahead in the upcoming school year for another year of preschool or their first
year of kindergarten. Through the Early Child Development program, the preschoolers will grow
and mature to become future kindergarteners.
Sample Preschool Schedule:
Period 1
Parents drop off their children at 7:45 am
Children are walked to the Preschool room to hang belongings in assigned cubbies.
Arrival time routine
Circle Time / Learning Center Rotations
Period 2 Art lesson
Reading – Story time
Science
Transition activity (i.e. song, reading center) in between class periods
Period 3
Math lesson
Music/Movement activity
Hand washing & Snack time
Transition activity (i.e. song, reading center) in between class periods
Period 4 Outdoor Activity; children can go outside if the weather is nice, if weather is bad
activity will be adapted for indoors.
Dramatic Play Center
Table Toys (learning games or manipulatives)
Closure by discussing theme and objectives of the day and sing "good bye song"
Dismissal and parents pick up their children at 10:50 am, depending on the schedule
that day
Watkins Mill High School
Early Child Development Preschool Registration Information
2011-2012 Program Information:
The laboratory preschool sessions are taught by WMHS Early Child Development
student teachers under the supervision and guidance of the Early Child Development
course teacher.
The preschool classes meet 4 days a week, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.
Friday is typically a Seminar day for High School students, but some Fridays may be
scheduled. A monthly calendar of scheduled times and themes are sent home each
month.
The preschool year begins in early October and finishes the end of May, following the
high school emergency closings and holiday schedulee. Preschool is not in session during
high school final exams or school wide testing days.
Times of operation are determined by the number of Early Child Development classes.
The cost of the program is based on the daily length of the session. Each class period is
$75.00. We will offer one session that is longer this year. Class will run Periods 1- 4.
Transportation is the responsibility of the parents.
Registration Information: Watkins Mill High School Early Child Development Preschool accepts applications for the Fall
semester and throughout the school year. If sessions are full applications are filed and applicants
are placed on a waiting list status.
Please call the Child Development Office at 301-840-3967 or send an e-mail to
[email protected] to request more information.
Class Tuition is $300.00 per semester / $ 600.00 for the year
Two Semesters are offered:
Semester One:
October through January
Semester Two:
February through May
The $25.00 registration fee will be applied to the first semester’s tuition. Thus, balance
for the year will be $575.00. First payment is due at preschool orientation. Parents are
asked to pay a minimum of $50.00 per month. However, parents can pay the whole
amount or larger sums each month. The balance must be paid in full prior to the
preschool graduation ceremony in late May.
Requirements:
Children must be 4 years of age by September 1, 2011 and toilet trained. Three year old
children will be considered as space allows.
Please do not submit an application with a deposit until you contact the school to see if
there are openings. You can e-mail Mrs. Krill at [email protected] or
contact the main office at 301-840-3959 to find out this information.
If spots are available, completed application must be submitted & registration fee of
$25.00 is required with the submission. Please make checks out to WMHS. Please
make a note in the memo section on your check: Preschool Deposit /Your Child’s
first name.
Placement Procedure: Upon receipt of the completed application plus the $25.00 registration fee, your child’s
placement will be considered. We have openings for 12 students in the am session. Placement of
applicants will be made before the end of the current school year in June. The preschool children
are placed by a first-come, first-served basis. Once the session is full a waiting list is kept.
Placement notification will take place by e-mail/phone if a spot becomes available. If the parent
accepts the spot the registration fee should be paid at this time to hold the spot. Calls will be
made in the order the application was submitted.
Orientation:
A letter will be mailed out regarding orientation mid-late September. Health forms will be
mailed along with orientation letters. These forms along with the up-to-date immunization
record must be submitted during orientation in late September/beginning of October, prior to the
first day of preschool. Preschool typically starts the first or second week of October, depending
on the high school calendar.
Session Times:
AM Class: Arrival – 7:45 am -- Dismissal -- 10:50am
Times vary on Tuesdays and Thursdays because the high school schedule is adjusted for Village
Time. Daily times are posted on the monthly calendar.
Watkins Mill High School, Early Child Development Laboratory
LAB SCHOOL APPLICATION
The following family information is intended to assist us in providing your child with as much
educational and personal support as possible. All information is held in the strictest confidence.
Child's Name:
Prefers To Be Called: Birth Date: / / Sex:
Child’s Ethnic / Cultural Background:
Brothers And Sister (Names, Ages): __________________________________/
__________________________________/
__________________________________/
Address:
Home Phone: (301) _________ - __________ Parent Email: __________________________
Date Received:
Deposit:
Response Sent:
AM WAITLIST
Child Lives With:
(Both Parents, Grandparent, Foster Parent, Mom, Dad, Etc.)
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Mother/Female Guardian's Name:
Daytime Phone: _________ - __________ -____________
Occupation:
Educational Background:
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Father/Male Guardian's Name:
Daytime Phone: _________ - __________ -____________
Occupation:
Educational Background:
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Primary Language Spoken At Home:
Secondary Language Spoken At Home:
Religious Preference:
Favorite Toys, Games, Activities:
Food Allergies:
Dietary Restrictions:
Special Health Concerns: _______
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Previous Group And/ Or School Experiences:
Please Circle All The Terms That You Feel Apply To Your Child:
sensitive verbal passive shy loud energetic
outgoing clumsy assertive pensive whiny aggressive
sloppy agile artistic musical fearful thoughtful
healthy happy introverted sleepy active temperamental
quiet sharing helpful physical delicate charming
strong lazy lethargic trusting caring curious
sneaky intelligent playful irreverent slow respectful
Please List Any Other Adjectives That You Feel Accurately Describe Your Child:
_____________________________________________________________________________________
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Thank You for Your Interest in Watkins Mill High School Early Child Development Program.
Please Return This Application with a $25.00 Deposit to:
Kimberly Krill, Early Child Development Program/Watkins Mill High School
10301 Apple Ridge Road
Gaithersburg, Maryland 20879
Please Make Check Payable to: WMHS
Reminder: Please Check to make sure Session has spaces available before you mail application
with a deposit. If session is full applications will be placed on a waitlist & deposit will be collected if
a spot is available.
