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      Ascension

Lutheran

Church    

7100 North Mockingbird Lane, Paradise Valley, Arizona  85253  Phone 480-948-6050

Preschool News, Schedule, and 

Registration Information

pRESCHOOL NEWS FOR SEPTEMBER 2010

It looks like the Preschool is kicking off to another stable start.  We have some darling three, four and five year olds enrolled in our classes and you can be sure that they are going to keep us on our toes.  The 2010-11 year should also be double the fun -once again -since we have five sets of twins registered for our classes.

We are also very fortunate to have most of our experienced preschool staff back - Tammy Barks in the three/four class, and myself and Sandy Colwell in the pre-kindergarten class.  Unfortunately, Penny Matzinger will not be returning.  She has decided to dedicate herself to babysitting her new granddaughter Paton. We are ever so thankful to Penny for all her dedication, love and commitment to Ascension. She is a gifted teacher and will be sorely missed. We are, however, pleased she will remain on our substitute list, and we are hopeful to see her from time to time.

The Preschool staff is now looking forward to working with our new 3’s assistant Annette Simpson.  Annette comes to us with a degree in Art and an extensive background in early childhood education. Mrs. Barks has known Annette for a number of years and they are looking forward to working together as a team. They are both very talented teachers and I know they will be assets to our program.

The preschool is also happy to have Marilyn Corbin keeping our accounting books again this year, and the return of some terrific Preschool Board members: Jan Laurant, Marilyn Corbin, Geri Olson, and alumni moms Nanci Newbanks and Nancee Connelly.  I am truly indebted to these ladies for making our preschool program the very best.
During the school year, we look forward to meeting with Pastor Ryan on Wednesday mornings for chapel time, as well as, other special programs and events that encourage faith development in young children.

So, another exciting school year is being planned and we are anxious for our school start on September 1st.  In preparation, our teachers have been very busy these past weeks decorating the Fellowship Hall and their classrooms.  Our theme this year is “For Growing in God’s Love”.  2010-2011 will also be Ascension Preschool’s 25 anniversary year.  We are planning a huge anniversary celebration dinner in February and hope you will all join us for the fun.

If you would like more information on the preschool and/or registration for the 2010-11, please give me a call at 480-951-3576.

Judy Lenz, Director

All the flowers of all the tomorrows are in the seeds of today ...  

Ascension

 

Lutheran

 

Preschool

 

Judy Lenz, Director

 480-951-3576

Church Office:   480-948-6050  

   We carefully plant and nurture seeds in the spring to become the beautiful flowers of the summer. It is our goal at Ascension Lutheran Preschool to nurture and to start the seed of learning in each individual child so that they may develop into a mature flower of tomorrow.

  The purpose of the preschool is to serve as an arm of the educational ministry of the church. It will offer the young child an opportunity to grow, to learn and to develop physically, spiritually, socially, and intellectually.

  We look forward to working with parents in this exciting adventure of nurturing and watching our children grow.

* "Ascension Lutheran Preschool makes no discrimination in admissions or determination of enrollment on the basis of race, sex, color or national origin."

  The Preschool is regulated by the Arizona Department of Health Services.   Inspection reports are available upon request.

Registration:

   Registrations for all 3 to 5 year olds for the 2010-2011 school year are currently being accepted.

Enrollment:

  All children accepted into the preschool program should be three years old or four years old by September 1st. All children must be toilet trained.

Preschool Program: 

  The emphasis of the preschool is on learning through the use of learning centers. In these centers children will engage in numerous and varied learning experiences or activities. Each class will also have quiet time, outside discovery, snack time, structured class time and learning centers. Bible stories, songs and games will be incorporated into the preschool study units.

School Schedule:

  Our preschool schedule, with some minor adjustments, will follow the Scottsdale School calendar. You will receive a monthly calendar with the activities scheduled for that month.

Snack:

   A nutritious snack will be provided through our parent participation snack program.  Snack suggestions are posted above snack calendar.  

Parent Participation:

    Parent involvement is encouraged.  You may want to share with us a hobby, game, or story or help out in the classroom, and assist with parties and special events. We will welcome your input and involvement. Arrangements should be made in advance.  Parents will participate in our program as classroom volunteers.

Classes Offered:

Three Year Old Classes - 3 days weekly

Mon./Wed./Fri. - 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

2010/2011 Tuition:  $225* monthly for 3 days.

 

Four Year Old/Pre-K Classes - 3 days weekly

Mon./Wed./Fri. - 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

2010/2011 Tuition:  $225* monthly for 3 days

  The three year old class is limited to 16 students, and the four/Pre-K class is limited to 18 students. Each class has one teacher and an assistant.

Registration Fee and Late Charge:

    There will be a $125.00 non-refundable registration fee due at the time of registration.  This fee includes registration processing, supplies and insurance.

  Tuition is due the first day of each month.  The first non-refundable payment is due June 1st; then eight payments are due September 1st through April 1st.  There will be a late charge of $10.00* after the 10th of the month. Tuition rates are based upon an annual budget sufficient to meet the operating expenses of a high-quality program, and to make the preschool self-supporting.  The monthly tuition is payable regardless of the number of days that the child actually attends the class or holidays during the month.  

* Rates subject to change.

Withdrawal Policy:

  If your child will be leaving Ascension Lutheran Preschool we require that you give a 30 day written notice.  This will help us in our attempt to meet the needs of the families on our waiting list.

Extended Day Program:

  An extended day will be offered every day, until 2 p.m. for the children attending class that day. There is an $15.00* additional fee for the extended day. Parents provide a nutritious sack lunch for their child.  

   

Ascension Lutheran Preschool 

7100 North Mockingbird Lane

Paradise Valley, AZ  85253

Phone:  480-951-3576

 

Preschool Director:  Judy Lenz

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 Ascension Lutheran Church

7100 N. Mockingbird Lane  Paradise Valley, AZ  85253

Phone (480)948-6050  Email AscLuthCh@aol.com     FAX (480)368-2682

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