Preschool & Head Start
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Pre-k
Asked by C.H. from Augusta
on April 18, 2007
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My 4 yr old will be attending pre-k this yr in our local elementary school and I want to prepare him for what he will be learning, does anyone know what exactly do the...
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- GA PreK is also known as Bright from the Start. Here's the link to their website or you can Google GA PreK... http://www.decal.state.ga.us/PreK/PreKMain.aspx I am...
- He does not have to be prepared at all for Pre-K. I was a Georgia Pre-K paraprofessional for three years, and depending on the type of curriculum that his particular s...
- i'm assuming your school did the lottery and if so, just be glad you got him in. Our school had 46 kids names in the box and only 19 names were pulled. luckily, both...
Preschool Vs. Pre-K
Asked by J.A. from Los Angeles
on August 26, 2008
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My son will be starting preschool in September and he is 3 1/2 yrs old. My question is, next year, my son will be 4 1/2, and I am wondering if I should keep him in pr...
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- At the day care where I work, preschool is for 3 year olds, pre-k is for 4 year olds who will go to kinder the next year. Preschool introduces concepts but isn't as i...
- Hi J., I don't think there is much of a difference unless the difference is the age of the children, to me pre school is pre kindergarden, it prepares them for kinderg...
- the school should be able to shed some lite on this subject. if you havent already spoken to them about the curiculum and his readiness for it...keep him in Preschool ...
Pre-k
Asked by C.K. from Philadelphia
on April 14, 2011
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My DS will be 4 in October. Was thinking of enrolling him in a pre-k program in our area. Most schools want them to be 4 by sept 1st to follow along with the distric...
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- I think it would be great for him. For the 4 year old program. My son is 4 and recently started preschool. Which Pre-K is like. He loves it.
- From your post, I would keep my son at home, possible do a little more for socialzation (playgroups, moms club). Enjoy your son when he is young, once they go to scho...
- children in a busy happy household where the parents are actively involved with their kids (which may but does not necessarily involve formal 'teaching') and where the...
Pre-K School - Wondering If Anyone Can Recommend a Good One?!
Asked by S.C. from Los Angeles
on October 14, 2008
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Hello Moms, (Earlier, forgot to mention that we are in San Gabriel area. Thank you so much for all the responses so far)
We moved earlier this year and my DD (4yr...
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- You don't mention the area you are currently living in, but if you're anywhere near Diamond Bar I can wholeheartedly recommend DBC Children's Center (near the intersec...
- I'm not sure if you would consider something in Glendale but there is a fantastic little school w/very reasonable prices, a good educational program & qualified (accre...
- Kirkwood Christian Schools in Downey has a wonderful preschool and elementary school. They are in two different locations, but both are in Downey. My son started @ 2...
Pre-K Or Not?
Asked by S.W. from Dallas
on January 5, 2010
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I keep getting "advice" by, I'm sure, well-meaning friends of mine, but now they've planted worries into my head. I'd like to hear from anonymous mothers and folks li...
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- I had that problem with my son. We ended finding Campbell Christian Academy. They ignore the age of a child. Instead they allow children to master a skill and move ...
- You might want to look at a montessori instead where the children can develoop at their own pace and are often grouped according to abilities and not necessarily age. ...
- I have a son that will be old enough to attend kindergarten, but not by much. I am not worried about his readiness for kindergarten, it's middle and high school that I...
Looking for a Pre-k near Bridge Ave
Asked by D.R. from Cleveland
on May 3, 2006
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Hi im a first time mom my daughter just turn 4 on feb. people had ask me if shes going to school. some had said pre-k others head start i dont know what to do.Cause i ...
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- Angels on Earth around W.134th and lorain ave is many times looking to add to their staff. You could possibly check with them for employment opportunities and the wor...
- Headstart is a program that has certain basic guidelines that the state requires for preschool in order to get funding. Pre-k is the level of schooling. Between the ...
- hello my name is mara i work for wsem headstart the numbre is ###-###-#### there is a program that your daughter can go only halfday for free their 2 sections one is 8...
All Pre K Moms Please Help
Asked by M.M. from Chicago
on June 24, 2009
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Hi moms,
I was just notified that CPS has a good chance of closing its Pre K programs for next year. I am looking for a preschool program that is academic and educa...
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- Hello M. M: I have to agree that putting your child in a classroom from age 3-5 (before kindergarten is pushing it a bit) UNLESS they have fun, interactive learning...
- I'm not sure this is what you want to hear but I'll share it and if you choose to disregard, so be it. Each is entitles to his or her own decisions and opinions. From...
- Try the Chicago Park Districts-most have a preschool program. They might not be academic enough for you, but your child will probably enjoy it. Good luck.
Is Pre-k Not Ready for Kindergarten
Asked by D.S. from Dallas
on March 18, 2011
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Hi mama's
have a 4 y/o that will be 5 in april. She is in pre-k this year. To start with she was born 27 weeks early. I know maturity and academically wise she wil...
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- My 4 almost 5 year old still can not write his name. He can write 3 of the 5 letters and he makes a p for a g. So I would not write her off just yet as not ready for k...
- not every district does an assessment. my son's district didn't. so first, i would call yours and ask. i would also talk to your daughter's teachers. also, is she goin...
- have the school do an evaluation on her they will help make decisions on this.
Mom's Day Out or Pre-K
Asked by T.T. from Dallas
on March 14, 2013
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My twin boys are 3 and they have never been away from me or my parents. My parents watch them during the day so they have never been in the traditional daycare. They...
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- Both of my kids went to the MDO program at the Episcopal Church of the Incarnation on Central near downtown. They were identical to a preschool but just weren't accred...
- What about, even before, that, signing them up for Mommy & Me programs -- with you there, but with other kids there too. That might be a good, safe place for them to w...
- Whichever you choose, I would suggest that you do at least 2 days a week. I've talked to several moms who put their child in a one day a week program who felt like it...
Do I Send Him to Kindergarten or Pre-K?
Asked by J.S. from Dallas
on February 6, 2009
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My son will be turning 5 in mid-August. He has been in a preschool program for a while and does well, but he is very "young" for his age. He is also a little small c...
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- I guess I'm kind of late responding...but thought I'd go ahead and give my two cents.... Ha. Anyway, I have a son with the same situation. He turned 5 last August 22...
- J., I have two sons with May and June birthdays. If I had it to do over again i would have definitely waited a year to send them to kindergarten. Both did ver...
- This is very common for boys. WAIT!!!!!!! If he is not matured enough it will only benefit him to keep him in preschool one more year. LC
