Early Childhood Program
The success and popularity of our Early Childhood Program has enabled us
to expand. We now have two Tarrytown locations; our present site
at the JCC, with
classrooms at
Temple Beth Abraham. Located a short distance from our main location,
the JCC will be providing the same high quality programming for 2- to
5-year-olds that families of the Early Childhood Program have come to
love and rely upon.
The
JCC Early Childhood Program
offers a
safe, nurturing environment, providing children with the opportunity to
develop socially, emotionally and cognitively. We maintain a
developmental philosophy emphasizing an emergent curriculum
and child-centered
classes that
concentrate on hands-on experience, experimentation, and creative
expression. Jewish values, culture and holidays are an integral part of
our program.
Our teaching staff holds
a wealth of expertise in early childhood education and is carefully
selected for their experience, warmth and sensitivity. Teachers are
members of the Jewish Early Childhood Association of the Board of Jewish
Education of Greater New York and follow the guidelines of NAEYC
(National Association for the Education of Young Children.)
The Early Childhood Program is licensed by the New York State Office of
Children and Family Services.
We are happy to
introduce our new
Back to Basics
Pre-Kindergarten
Beginning in
September 2010, our new kindergarten readiness program will serve as a
transition for children who have completed a 4’s program and would
benefit from an additional year before entering kindergarten. It will be
held at our Temple Beth Abraham site and staffed with teachers
experienced in pre-kindergarten and early childhood special education.
The curriculum
will include:
Our
non-competitive learning environment helps children:
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Gain
independence
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Build social
skills
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Nurture
independence
Hours:
Transportation
is available.
It is never too
early to begin thinking about whether your child would benefit from a
kindergarten
readiness program. Call Barbara Davis, Early Childhood Director, to
discuss your child’s educational needs.
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1’s –
Wondrous Ones
Parents or caregivers
join their one-year-olds for a morning of play, art, snack, and
socializing. The morning ends with music and movement, all under the
direction of an early childhood professional.
Monday and/or Thursday, 9:15-10:30 a.m.
Turning
2’s
Child’s 2nd birthday must fall between September 1 and April
15.
For children “on the
cusp” – just turning two, but not quite ready for our 2’s class. As
children adapt to separation, they engage in a multitude of learning
experiences, enhancing their confidence and independence.
Tuesday and Friday, 9:15-11:15 a.m.
Calling All 2’s
Child’s 2nd
birthday must fall between January 1 and December 31.
Calling All 2’s follows
the same format
as the 2’s classes.
Meeting once a week, it is the perfect addition for children enrolled in
a two-day program needing a little more, or it can serve as an
introductory class for a preschool newcomer.
Wednesday,
9:15-11:30 a.m.
2’s
Two-year-olds are
nurtured and supported as they comfortably separate from their
parent/caregiver, develop confidence, gain social adeptness, and master
basic skills through a variety of learning experiences geared toward
their specific age group.
3’s
Three-year-olds are
encouraged to build friendships, verbalize their feelings and
experiences, and experiment with a variety of materials, both
independently and with the teacher’s guidance. Their self-esteem is
nurtured through their increased independence in self-help and small
group interactions. Field trips and special events are incorporated into
the program.
4’s
Children continue their
social skill development as they move into pre-kindergarten activities
that stimulate their cognitive growth. Exposure to a varied curriculum,
field trips, and special events provide opportunities for learning about
the world and developing ideas.
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Lunch Bunch
2’s
Begins
January 2010
11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
What better way to help
in developing social skills than to share lunch around the table with
friends. Children also participate in indoor and outdoor play, and relax
during a quiet story time. A kosher dairy lunch is brought from home,
although there will be times when children make their own lunch in
school – always a big hit!
Lunch Bunch is available
to children attending Kidspace on days they are not in school. Children
will be picked up from Kidspace and brought to the 2’s Lunch Bunch.
3’s
11:45
a.m.-1:15 p.m.
Lunch
Bunch is an extension of the morning 3’s schedule. Socializing is the
name of the game as friends from both classes gather for outdoor play,
lunch and an indoor activity such as music, finger plays, stories, or
art. On most days, a kosher dairy lunch is brought from home. Parents
will be notified when the children will be making their own lunch in
school, always a favorite activity!
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3’s and
4’s Karate
Karate is great exercise and helps with focusing, memory, coordination,
self-esteem, self-control, and following directions.
Instructor: Bob Chillemi, 4th degree black belt
Thursday, 1:15-1:45 p.m.
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Afternoon Enrichment
Additional afternoon programs present
students with a sound educational experience
in an environment that encourages
active participation and hands-on experiences.
3’s
Children continue the day, when Lunch Bunch ends, with a rest period.
Literary-based afternoon activities include art, language, cooking,
music, and drama.
4’s
Monday - Artists
& Sculptors
Young
artists develop creativity working with a range of materials. From paint
to charcoal to foam and clay, they express themselves through varied
techniques.
Tuesday – Ooie Gooie Fizzle Pop
Children are immersed in an investigation of the elements as they
explore the mystery of science, nature, and the world around them.
Wednesday – What’s the Story!
Each
week a special book will be featured, followed by retelling, individual
interpretations and/or related activities.
Thursday - Computers
(Children
not enrolled in karate. Karate is offered at an added fee.)
Networking with friends as we click, search, problem-solve, create, and
print. All in play format.
Friday - Cooking Around the World
Children learn about other cultures through food including cooking,
setting the table, traditions, music and of course, eating. Special
guests are featured.
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Child Care
Kidspace
(6 Months – Pre-K)
Monday - Friday
9:00-11:50 a.m.
1 hour minimum stay
Choose 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5 days
Under the watchful eye of a nurturing
and professional staff, children spend time playing and socializing with
others while parents take a class, run errands, or just take some
personal time.
Please request a Kidspace brochure for
registration information and further details.
Coordinator: Alice Meisel
Staff: Sonia Kizner
Kidspace is now
available on Saturday beginning October 17 from 1:15-4:45 p.m.
Pre-purchased Kidspace coupons can be applied to Saturday hours.
Fees:
Member
Thirty-hour discount package must be
purchased in advance.
$180/$110 each additional sibling
Hourly
$6.75/$3.50 each additional sibling
Space is limited. Reservations are
recommended.
Non-member
Thirty-hour package
$232.50/$150 each
additional sibling
Hourly
$7.75/$5.00 each additional sibling
Party Time!
Now available on Saturdays
Plan your child’s birthday party or a special occasion at the JCC. We offer a unique
and entertaining way to celebrate. Forty-five minutes of creative fun followed by cake
and refreshments in your party room. Party-giver provides refreshments, decorations
and paper goods.
Call 6-8 weeks in advance to book your party.
- 11/2 hours of party time
- entertainment and rental
- room set-up and clean-up
Choose from a variety of activities to
customize your special occasion.
Dance
● Gymnastics
● Music
● Crafts
● Magic
Fees subject to activity and
number of party goers.
Contact Laura Jackson, ext. 101
Almost Home
Almost Home (grades
K-6) is a warm, safe, stimulating, professionally supervised after
school enrichment program, which offers age appropriate activities in an
educational, recreational and social setting. Children participate in a
variety of activities including arts & crafts, games, clubs, computer
activities, and homework help.
Children can
choose to participate in a variety of cool activities, contests and
clubs which vary from day to day. There is always something new going
on.
Kickball
Girl Scouts
Dodge
ball
Letter Boxing
Cooking
Air Hockey
Arts &
Crafts
Computer Games
Bingo
Water Day
Hangman
Nature of Things
Extra curricular
activities are available at the JCC during Almost Home hours. Staff will
escort children between activities. See School of Music and Performing
Arts, grade school, school vacation programs, gymnastics, dance.
New Opportunities:
Special education professionals and
Special Needs Training Institute
participants assist children with developmental and
learning disabilities within the Almost Home after school program. All
activities are available to all students enrolled. An intake interview
is required. New Opportunities is made possible through a grant from
the Hudson Valley Developmental Disabilities Services Office.
JCC family membership is required.
Hours: Monday-Friday
from full-day school dismissal until 6:00 p.m. Follows the Tarrytown and
Irvington school calendars.
Almost Home After
Hours:
Children can remain with a staff member in the Tech Center or
Game Room, Monday through Thursday, from 6:00-6:30 p.m.
Almost Home Extensions:
Almost Homers are welcome at the JCC from noon to 3:00 p.m. on half-days
for an additional fee of $25 per day. Pre-registration is required.
Fees:
Based on the number of days in the school
year, does not include holidays and school vacations. Monthly rates
reflect an average to remain consistent regardless of the number of
school days in a particular month. Families are welcome to change the
number of days children attend each month.
Transportation: Provided to the JCC by the Tarrytown and Irvington schools at no
additional fee.
Almost
Home Kindergarten (AHK)
Children attending
half-day kindergarten bring a bag lunch to the JCC, where they
participate in music, crafts, cooking and playground activities until
3:00 p.m. when Almost Home begins.
Flexible scheduling for
half-day kindergarten.
Fee: $25
per day. Call for package discounts
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