St. Alphonsus Pre-K at OLM

St. Alphonsus Pre-K at OLM Overview

Schedules

Classes for 4-year-olds:

• Full Day: Monday through Friday 7:30AM – 3:00PM
• There are no half day programs

Extended Day:
There is no extended CARES program for the Pre-K Program.

Enrollment:
Application forms will be available December 1, 2019.

Once accepted to the program, there is a non-refundable deposit of $660 to reserve placement in the program.

Tuition Rates for 2019-2020, Pre-Kindergarten 4

*Once the application is accepted, a deposit of $660 is due.

*There are no discounts or financial aid offered for this program.

Tuition & Fee Payments

Tuition is set by the pastor of St. Alphonsus Parish in consultation with the advisory council of the parish and the governance board of OLM.

All tuition and fee payments are made online through the FACTS system which links directly to your bank account or another account which you choose.  Beginning in July, tuition is paid. Tuition can be paid in one installment in July, two installments in July and November, or ten monthly payments from July through April.  Tuition includes all fees (i.e., computer lab, science lab, and books).

Tuition payments are governed by the same policies as Our Lady of Mercy Regional Catholic School.  Specific policies are contained in the OLM Student-Parent Handbook.

Facts about the Pre-Kindergarten Program:

• The class has a certified teacher and a teacher assistant (2 adults per class)
• The 4-year-old program is limited to 15 students.
• St. Alphonsus parishioners have priority admission to the program.
• The Pre-Kindergarten has the support of the full professional staff and has access to all facilities on the OLM campus including the library, gymnasium, playground, music room, STEM lab, foreign language program, technology and assemblies
• For admission to the program, students must by 4 years old by September 15th and be fully toilet trained
• The curriculum provides developmentally-appropriate programs, builds relationships with the child and family, and includes a variety of stimulating learning activities.

Program Description:

Pre-Kindergarten is a gateway through which children pass into school life. This program provides a learning environment that stimulates curiosity and eagerness for learning. Our youngest students are active members of the school, participating in everything from liturgies and prayer services to music and digital literacy classes.  Students receive daily instruction in religion, math, language arts, and STEM activities.  Students also attend weekly Spanish, music, physical education, art, and digital literacy classes.

Instruction is provided in a variety of ways including whole group, small groups, centers, and individualized support.  Hands-on activities, dramatic play, family projects, service learning, and the incorporation of music and art make for a well-rounded learning experience.  Catholic values and prayer are woven into all areas of study, helping students to grow in their faith.  Technology is also incorporated into the curriculum through the use of Smart Televisions and Chromecast, interactive websites and educational apps.

Reasons to partner with St. Alphonsus and OLM for the education of your preschooler:

• Great teachers
• A team approach to education
• Lessons in the faith daily
• Beautiful, nurturing environment
• Strong curriculum with emphasis on Language Arts and pre-reading skills
• Students enrolled in the Pre-K program benefit from the full-course offerings of OLM’s Award-Winning Blue-Ribbon program and international STEM school of distinction
• Students benefit from the unique relationship with the host parish of St. Alphonsus and the Regional School.