Often
parents are tired and rushed in the morning. Children may be
hurried out the door with loving, yet fleeting, care for their
needs. Our before-school program takes into consideration the
needs of children and their parents during this busy time. Our
Before School Program is designed to welcome children and respond to
their physical and emotional needs, preparing children with positive
thinking as they begin their new day at school.
Many
children need a break to unwind and "unpack" the events of
their day. As the children arrive at our school, our staff
welcomes them with open arms, caring to their individual needs.
After a yummy snack and social time with their friends, each child is
given the opportunity to enter into our homework room. This is a
quiet, fully supplied environment in which your child may complete
homework and seek assistance from one of our trained staff members in
the homework room. This program is designed to eliminate the
stereotype of homework being a chore. Rather, we provide an
opportunity for independent practice of the skills learned in
school. Homework can be a terrible strain on the parent-child
relationship. We like to develop a partnership with parents in
order for children to learn responsibility and time management and
exercise skills learned in school. Establishing a flexible
homework policy provides time to complete homework and still have an
enjoyable family evening.
In today's society, many of us often skip breakfast, the most important meal of the day. Statistics have proven that children learn and retain more information with a nutritious breakfast each morning. S.E.L.C. recognizes this need and understands the hectic mornings of most households. We would like to help in the best interest of both the parents and children. Although we cannot provide your child with breakfast, your child is more than welcome to bring an already prepared breakfast to school. Our facility does have a toaster and microwave for your convenience.
*Helpful Hints: Toaster’s Strudels, cereal with milk, yogurt, waffles, fruit, bagels, muffins, donuts, etc.
S.E.L.C. provides two snacks throughout your child’s day. The snacks typically complement our thematic unit. Often, your child is a part of preparing this snack. The AM snack is nutritious and served with juice. For instance, if the thematic unit is "Welcome Fall," your child may help make applesauce. The PM snack may not be as nutritious, but it is guaranteed to be delicious. From homemade ice cream to pudding, cakes and cupcakes galore, your child will always want "smore"! Not only are we eating a yummy snack, but what better way to learn about measurements and teamwork.
Munch, munch, it's time for lunch! Each child is required to bring in his/her own lunch. Unfortunately, S.E.L.C. cannot supply your child with a lunch. We recommend parents pack a nutritious lunch. Our staff oversees the children as they consume the items in their lunch from the most nutritious to the happy ending snack. We give the children one hour to eat their lunch. Come join our lunch bunch!
Rock-a-bye baby at S.E.L.C.! As the soft sounds of Mozart’s Lullabies or nature plays in the background, your child drifts off to Never Neverland during our rest time. The youngsters drift gently off to sleep watched by our loving staff. We provide a cot for each child to snuggle up on with a special pillow and blanket or sheet from home. Sweet dreams to all!
