The 2013-2014 School Year

I am making some fun & exciting changes for the upcoming school year.  I will be providing 2-day, 3-day and 5-day class options in order to better meet the needs of my preschool families.  I have posted some information to help you better understand what you can expect at my preschool.  If you would like a complete registration packet, please contact me and I will be happy to email it to you.

Tuesday/Thursday Class  $90
Monday/Wednesday/Friday Class  $120
Monday-Friday Class  $180
*All classes are held from 8:30am-11:30am


(ps.  I haven't been much of a blogger in the last few years...but I thought it would be the easiest way to share information!  But while I haven't been posting pictures, we have still been having plenty of fun!! )

A Few More Details (2013-2014)

●•●•●•●•Dear Parents●•●•●•●

Another school year is already upon us, and I am practically giddy with excitement!!  Children this age are so ready and excited to embrace the wonderful world of learning.  As a certified Montessori teacher, I have always found joy in my ability to offer you a specialty niche preschool filled with both group and individual learning opportunities.  And this year, we are embracing and embellishing both learning experiences.

Since group learning is paramount to the social development of each child, we are going to maximize our experiences together.  Since I will be offering classes of no more than 10 students, I will continue to be able to focus the necessary time and attention on creating an optimal social environment for your child filled with love, appreciation and respect (from both myself and their peers). 

Our social curriculum works hand in hand with the academic portion of our school day.  It is so wonderful when a child is able to start kindergarten with the confidence of being prepared to learn.  A key part of empowering a child academically is to work with each child on their individual level.  This is where the real magic happens.  It is here, working side by side with your child, focusing attention on just them, that they become excited to learn and anxious to achieve.  Their potential for learning becomes limitless.

Working individually with each of your children is definitely the favorite part of my day, and I want to make the most of this time with your child.  Many of you have heard of on IEP (Individual Education Plan) used for children with special learning needs.  I believe that the learning needs of each child is special and very important.  This is why we will be using our own version of an Individual Education Plan for each child during the 2013-2014 school year.  You will be able to come up with the social and academic goals that you would like to see your child meet, and we will work together to achieve those goals. 

We also enjoy things like READING BUDDIES and a PRESCHOOL LIBRARY filled with books your child can take home to enjoy as a family.  I have longer preschool hours in order to allow us more time for group learning activities.  Each and every time you come to my preschool, I want you to walk away feeling that you have gotten something special.  I am excited as we look forward to another year filled with learning and adventure!!

Sincerely,

Miss Jessica

“It is true that we cannot make a genius.

We can only give to each child the chance to fulfill

his potential possibilities.” -Maria Montessori

WELCOME to Mackey Preschool… 

 We are so excited to get ready for the upcoming school year (2013-2014).  This is going to be fun for both your child and myself as we embark on an education adventure.  We will maximize both their love of learning as well as their individual potential.  This age has always been one of my favorite ages to teach because their minds are so pliable, so ready to soak up information and learning.  We are going to strive to make the most of our time together. 

   

Who We Are… 

Jessica Mackey received her training and certification in Early Childhood Education (ages 3-6) through the American Montessori Society in the beautiful Kalispell, Montana.  She has had much experience teaching in a private Montessori preschool located in Chandler, AZ.  She loves working with young kids and looks forwards to combining her knowledge and experience to create a rich learning experience for your child.  This will be her fifth year owning and operating Mackey Preschool.

What We Do…      

 As most of you know, we are going to be blending together both traditional and Montessori learning styles into our schooling.  Many of you have asked, “What is Montessori?”  The easiest answer would be that Montessori is an educational philosophy.  It is based on helping each individual child reach his or her highest potential while instilling an inherent love of learning.  We best accomplish this by incorporating into our schedule time for group learning (traditional) as well as individual work (Montessori).  

        The individual work portion of our day will allow your child to choose from a series of prepared “works” or activities in various disciplines (including math and language).  Your child will be able to choose and manipulate works and receive lessons based on their individual level.  For some, they may be using works to help teach numbers, others may be ready for works involving simple addition.  The point is to allow me to work with each child at their level, regardless of where that may be, and guide them toward progression.    

        With your help and support, we will be able to achieve a wonderful balance between these two methods that will best help your child prepare for his or her educational future.  We will be having a Meet the Teacher on August 15^th, 2013 where we will introduce our classroom to both you and your child.