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ISD 279-sponsored preschools provide preparation
for kindergarten in a setting where 3, 4, and 5 year olds can feel
safe away from mom and dad, while learning,
and having fun! Our quality preschools will stimulate your child's
imagination
and physical, social, and emotional development while providing
opportunities
for intellectual exploration. The curriculum aligns withISD 279's
K-12 curriculum.
Discovery
Preschool Program
Early Childhood Family Education’s Discovery program provides a preschool experience for 3, 4, and 5 year olds. These classes enable children to build positive self images by developing their confidence, independence, social skills, and knowledge. Through play, children will be exposed to the areas of reading/math readiness, science/social studies, art/sensory, music and dramatic play. Children are supported and encouraged in their social, emotional, physical, intellectual, language and creative growth, and development. Parents attend one day each week with their child. The extended parenting time allows for “in depth” discussion on topics of choice related to the “unique” preschool years. Parents are supported as their children’s first and most important teachers.
FEE: There is a sliding fee scale based on family income.
For more information, call 763.391.8777 or
see resource link below for registration information.
Discovery Preschool 2010-2011 
Be Four
School Readiness Program
Here's a chance to provide your child with a "jump start" for a successful kindergarten experience next fall! Be Four is a preschool program designed to help children develop positive attitudes toward themselves; to engage in active learning that is developmentally appropriate; and to increase their language skills. Children who are four years old as of September 1, and have little or no previous preschool experience will be given priority for acceptance into the program.
Be Four children attend mornings or afternoons. Site and time will be assigned. Parent involvement is required through activities such as open house, conferences, evening events, and take-home projects. Transportation is available on a need basis only. The total bus fee is $400. $200 is required with application.”
FEE: There is a sliding tution fee scale based on family income and size.
For more information, call 763.391.8764 or
see resource link
below for application form.
Be Four Application 2010-2011 
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Preschool Program
Preschool is not only wonderful preparation for elementary school; it's a place where young children can meet and interact, feel safe away from mom and dad, learn, and have fun! A quality preschool stimulates your child's imagination and physical, social, and emotional development. It also provides opportunities for intellectual exploration. In preschool, children learn to relate to adults outside their families and to develop their independence. Playing in a group provides children opportunities to learn how to share, take turns, cooperate, and solve problems. Playing with materials and participating in activities that are designed or selected specifically for young children helps them develop early reading, writing, science, art, math, and other skills. These activities broaden children's experiences and are springboards for later learning. Team teaching with ISD 279 special education staff occurs in some sections. Children attend mornings or afternoons 2 or 3 days a week for
2-1/2 hours a day.
FEE: 100% funded through tuition fees -- No sliding fee $1260 per year -- 2 day program (payable in quarterly payments -- first quarterly payment of $315.00 is due with registration) $1900 per year -- 3 day program (payable in quarterly payments -- first quarterly payment of $475.00 is due with registration). Cancellation fee: $100.00
REGISTRATION: Lottery registration begins on February 23rd and continues until classes fill. Print and complete below the attached registration form and send with your first quarterly payment to:
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Arbor View Early Childhood Center
9401 Fernbrook Lane
Maple Grove, MN 55369
Registrations will not be processed without payment. You will be registered for one of your class choices. If both of your choices are filled, you will be contacted by phone. A class confirmation will be mailed to your home.
For more information, call 763-391-8764 or
see resource link below for application form.
More For 3s and 4s 2010-2011 - Brochure 
More For 3s and 4s 2010-2011 - Registration Form 