EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
J.O. Wilson has one of the largest preschool programs in the district. We have three PreK-3 classes, three PreK-4 classes and one mixed-age class. There is also one Early Learning Supports Classroom dedicated to special education.
Preschool mission statement
In a nurturing and play-based environment, children will become explorers of materials, confident participants in the classroom, and respectful and responsible friends. Teachers and parents will partner to create a classroom community that fosters independence, stimulates thinking and new ideas, and promotes a lifelong love of learning.
Creative Curriculum
Creative Curriculum engages students in long-term, hands-on, investigative studies. Some examples of studies are: Trees; Reduce, Reuse, Recycle; Clothing; Buildings; Balls; Exercise; Signs; and Insects.
Students also have regular weekly "Specials" classes, covering Physical Education, Music, Art, Spanish and Performing Arts.
Daily preschool schedule
Includes:
- Morning Meeting
- Specials (45 minutes)
- Recess (about an hour)
- Read Aloud
- Centers/choice time
- Lunch
- Rest (90 minutes for PreK-3, 60 minutes for PreK-4)
- Snack
- Closing meeting
Opportunities for partnerships with families
- Field Trips
- Special Events
- Family Feast
- Winter Fest
- Holiday Concerts
- Classroom Events
- E.C.E. Committee on the PTA