Junior Kindergarten Preschool Program
Early learning research shows that we have greatly underestimated what young children can and should be learning. Small children are curious, and they are born with a desire to learn.
Academics – We have a comprehensive curriculum, A BEKA, that builds both strong character and academic excellence. As you follow your child’s progress through the year, you will be thrilled to see your child learn the basics in reading, writing, and numbers. We also teach patriotism and the true meaning of holidays such as Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Easter.
Extended Care – We offer the convenience of quality care from 6:30 a.m. until 6:30 p.m., so that your child remains cared for in a safe, nurturing environment when the academic day is completed.
Computers – Springfield Academy has a twelve station computer lab and Spring ‘N’ Dale has computers in their classroom to help children develop skills in technology and to enhance their education.
Junior Kindergarten Curriculum
NUMBERS:
Shapes Simple Counting 1-100
Number Recognition Number Concepts 1-20
Numbers Before and After 1-20 Addition Facts: 1+1 thru 1+9
Numbers Largest & Smallest 1-20
MOTOR SKILLS:
Dressing Jumping
Walking Tape Line
Modeling Clay
LANGUAGE ARTS:
Long Vowels/Consonants: Recognition of Name, Sound, & Picture Short Vowels/Consonants:
Recognition of Name, Sound, & Picture
Sounding of Blends and One- & Two-Vowel Words
Reading of Sentences and Stories with One- & Two-Vowel Words
Letter Recognition Introduction to Phonics
Show and Tell (once a week)
Community Helpers
Stories and Poems Transportation
Acting Countries
WRITING:
Formation of Letters, Blends, Words, and Sentences
Writing First and Last Name
SCIENCE:
Animals
Leaves
Seasons
Senses (hot/cold, soft/hard, rough/smooth)
ART:
Creative Art
Cutting
Painting
Pasting/Glueing
Coloring
MUSIC:
Creative Rhythms
Choral Speaking
Singing Songs
Listening
BIBLE:
Hymns/Choruses
Lessons: Creation, Noah, Boy Samuel, Daniel, Baby Jesus, etc,..
MANNERS/ HEALTH HABITS:
Encourage Cleaning their Plate
Sitting at Table Properly
Blessing Before Meals and Snacks
Using Napkins
Saying “Please” and “Thank you”
Not Leaving Before Excused
Washing Hands Before Eating
Washing Hands After Using the Restroom
Covering Mouth when Coughing or Sneezing