(T & Th until 2:00 p.m.)
Program will begin mid-September

Kindergarten expectations are much higher today than ever before.  Children are now encouraged to recognize their letters, know beginning sounds, recognize some basic sight words, comprehend what they have heard and begin basic writing skills.

Here at St. Simon & Jude Early Childhood Center, we recognize today's rising standards and changing educational dynamics and want to help “jump start” your child’s Reading and Writing abilities. We have developed a curriculum to help make this transition into Kindergarten a smooth one.

This program, Reading Connection, will enable the children to connect the sounds of the spoken word with the letters they represent in the written word.  The children will build good phonological and phonemic awareness.

The program will provide an environment that is rich in opportunities to engage children in language and literacy experiences.  The children will feel comfortable and confident in their growing abilities as early readers and writers.

 

Reading Connection Curriculum:

• Alphabet Recognition & Phonics
• Listening & Speaking Skills
• Reading Comprehension
• Rhyming & Poetry
• Vocabulary Development
• Auditory & Visual Discrimination
• Pre-Writing & Handwriting Skills

 

Program Information:

• The Reading Connection program will extend a busy morning with a balanced approach to a longer day.
• Cost of this afternoon enrichment program is listed on the enrollment form and is an additional monthly fee added to your tuition.
• If interested in enrolling, check on Reading Connection under the Add-On afternoon options on the enrollment form.
• Class size is limited.  Enrollment will be on a first-come, first-serve basis.

​For more information, please contact our center at 412-819-4050 or e-mail:  office1625@gmail.com