Lawrence Family Jewish Community Center JACOBS FAMILY

Registration 2016–2017
Glickman u Galinson Early Childhood Education Complex
Lawrence Family Jewish Community Center
JACOBS FAMILY CAMPUS
4126 Executive Drive • La Jolla, CA 92037-1348
(858) 457–0398 • www.lfjcc.org/preschool
Curriculum
Philosophy
Nierman Preschool is a gift you give your children that lasts a lifetime. Joining our preschool
family connects you to a very special community. Recognized as “The Harvard of Preschools”
by the Jewish Journal and voted Best Child Care - Gold Medal Winner by La Jolla Village News
Reader Choice Awards for our outstanding quality programs, our parents affectionately refer
to us as “Our Happy Place” for the joyous learning and lasting friendships that are part of
the incomparable “J” experience.
Each child is unique! The multi-sensory, developmental milestone curriculum allows a
preschooler to progress along his/her individual journey. Facilitated opportunities for
exploration, collaboration, and discovery are offered in a safe and caring environment.
Curiosity, imagination, self-esteem, consideration for others, and the ability to play
both cooperatively and independently are nurtured. We are committed to expanding
community access to educational and social programs for children with special needs.
Experiences are provided to encourage growth in the following areas:
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Fine, Gross, & Visual Motor Coordination
Socio-emotional Development
Sensory Integration
Cognitive and Adaptive Skills
Brain Development
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Pre-academic Skills
Language, Literacy, & Communication
Moral Development
Spanish as a Second Language
Creative Arts
The environmental components in the classroom are enhanced by the “ta’am” (flavor) of
Judaism, the heri­tage and values, which allows the chil­dren to cultivate a positive sense of
identity for themselves and with the greater community. Cultural diversity is promoted and
respected as children and families share their traditions from around the globe.
Age requirements as of September 2016:
AGE GROUP
CLASS
DAYS
“Wee” Play (9–15 months)....................... One Day.............................................. W
Tot ’N Company (16–23 months)........... One Day.............................................. W or F
TOTalehs(18–23 months)........................ Two Days............................................ T, TH
.................................................................. Three Days.......................................... M,W,F
.................................................................. Five Days............................................. M–F
Two Year Olds.......................................... Parent Participation............................ T, TH
.................................................................. Two Days............................................ T, TH
.................................................................. Three Days.......................................... M, W, F
Enhanced Spanish Immersion........... Five Days............................................. M­–F
Three Year Olds....................................... Three Days.......................................... M, W, F
.................................................................. Five Days............................................. M­–F
Full Spanish Immersion...................... Five Days............................................. M–F
Four Year Olds/Explorers........................ Five Days............................................. M–F
Full Spanish Immersion...................... Five Days............................................. M–F
The curriculum emphasizes the
development of the “whole child.”
Learning activities are designed to
match the developmental stages of
each child. At­ten­tion is directed at the
process and pleasure of discovery in
each project and not on the final product.
Quality teachers and specialists offer
an integrated ap­proach to education,
skillfully inter­weaving academic goals
and objectives as they build on what
children can do, and challenge them to try
new things. Language arts, reading and
math readiness skills, art, science, move­
ment, dra­mat­ic and imaginative play,
and creative activities are linked through
individual units as they are ex­plored.
Jewish culture, traditions, holidays,
and heritage are studied and celebrated
with songs, stories, dance, cooking,
and crafts. Shabbat is celebrated at school
each week in an atmosphere of joyful
togetherness and sharing.
Specialties:
All children are offered specialties by
professional staff in music, physical
education and Spanish. Computers are
offered to students in 4+ year old classes.
Special Programs
TOTALEHS (18–23 months)
TOTalehs offers one of the best toddler
programs available in San Diego County.
Parents and toddlers will love the
indivi­dualized attention provided by an
extra­ordinary staff who promotes social,
emotional, physical, and intellectual
development through nurturing super­­
vision. TOTalehs come in as toddlers and
grow into confident, creative, curious, and
imaginative two-year olds. Two three, and
five part-time and full-time options are
available. (See Extended Care)
“WEE” PLAY (9–15 months)
Babies share engaging developmental
experiences with their parents who also
gain a support group of new friends. Music
and movement, sensory experiences,
Shabbat and outdoor playtime round
out this interactive program. Wednesdays
11:30 a.m .–1:00 p.m. This outstanding
introductory program to our school is
offered at no cost. Registration is required.
Sign up early as class fills up quickly.
TOT ’N COMPANY
(16–23 months)
Enjoy this precious preschool adventure with
your toddler while connecting with other parents
and sharing family experiences. Participate in
music, art, rhythm and movement, outdoor play,
gym, and Shabbat and holiday celebrations.
Wednesdays and/or Fridays 9:00–11:00 a.m .
PARENT PARTICIPATION CLASS
Parent Participation is designed to be a transitional
program for 2 year olds. Although parents
generally phase out by the end of January,
they are welcome to leave earlier or remain
throughout the school year, depending
on their family needs. This four hour class
allows children to participate in extended day
programs.
EXPLORERS
The Explorers class is
uniquely designed for
our oldest children who
are given the gift of an
extra year of preschool.
This class, together
with special programs
and enrichments,
offers an unparalleled
experience, unmatched
by public transitional
kindergartens. The spiraled curriculum is
geared to promote skill development and social
independence which will enhance kindergarten
readiness.
The Language
Connection (TLC)
Cutting edge research in brain development
emphasizes the benefits of learning a foreign
language at a very early age. Through TLC,
Nierman Preschoolers are offered unique
opportunities to build pathways needed to
acquire a new language while also enhancing
cognitive and creative abilities.
Spanish 5 Day Immersion Classes
Learning a second language is a 21st century
skill which will prepare our students to live
and work in a global society. Starting foreign
language instruction early sets the stage
for students to develop advanced levels of
proficiencies in
one or more
languages. In
addition, younger
learners have the
capacity to develop
near native-like
pronunciation and
intonation in a
new language.
The morning enrichment and afterschool immersion classes are wonderful
opportunities for children to have intensive
language exposure while participating in
traditional classroom studies during the
school day. Contact Preschool for schedule.
• Spanish
• Hebrew
• French
• Russian
• Mandarin
EXTENDED CARE
Kid Konnection (KK) offers flexible extended
day care. Parents can feel confident about
leaving their children for a routine extended
day or on an as needed basis. Full-time
preschool staff oversee the children’s
nap/quiet time and play. Time cards are
maintained based on usage and are charged
by the half hour.
FEE: $8.90/hr (Charged by the half hour)
Extended Care Hours:
M–TH . . . . . 7:30–9:00 a.m., 1:00 –5:30 p.m.
F . . . . . . . . 7:30–9:00 a.m., 1:00 –5:00 p.m.
FACILITIES
The beautiful Glickman uGalinson Early Childhood
Education Complex featuring the Nierman Preschool,
houses sixteen state-of-the art classrooms adjoined
by specially designed preschool bathrooms, a
central outdoor playground, a special toddler/two
year old play yard, an outdoor amphitheater, a
kitchen, computer lab, and a multi-purpose room.
Classes also utilize the Astor Judaica Library, David
and Dorothea Garfield Theater, and Jacobs Family
Gymnasium.
SCHOOL DATES/HOURS*
SECURITY/SAFETY
The safety and security of your children is our
September 6, 2016—June 8, 2017
top priority. Our full time Security Director is a
M–F . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9:00 a.m .–1:00 p.m.
seasoned retired Police Sergeant who oversees
* See school calendar for holidays and vacations
additional security guards and continues to
review and update our security infrastructure.
FOOD PROGRAMS
In addition to our experienced security staff,
Daily lunches and delicious challah for
we are fortunate to share a fence with the
Shabbat can be ordered through the
San Diego Police and Fire Departments. Preschool Office.
ENRICHMENT
Sports, music, capoeira, art, yoga, karate,
cooking, dance, science, math, and drama are
among the outstanding en­rich­ment classes
offered each af­ter­noon on a ro­tat­ing schedule
for 3–5 year olds. Classes meet once a week
for ap­proxi­mately six week ses­sions. Fur­ther
in­forma­tion about en­rich­ment class programs,
schedules, and fees is avail­able through the
Preschool Office.
Enrichment Hours: M–F, 1:15–2:15 p.m.
PARENT INVOLVEMENT
& HOLIDAY FESTIVITIES
School activities and programs are greatly
enhanced by the enthusiastic support of
our active Nierman Preschool Committee.
Parents are invited to be involved in the
classrooms and on committees including
green committee, room parents, health and
safety, and special programs. Joyous family
holiday celebrations are planned throughout
the school year in addition to classroom
festivities. Participation at the school offers
a rewarding way to be more involved with
your child and to meet other families.
FAMILY EDUCATION & SPECIALISTS
We are fortunate to have a school counselor
and occupational therapist on staff to help
identify children’s needs and to assist parents
and teachers with appropriate resources to
maximize their children’s potential. Unique
social skills and motor skills enrichments are
offered by trained specialists.
SIGRID & JACK FISCHER
SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Help send a child to preschool by be­com­ing
a Sigrid & Jack Fischer Scholarship Pa­tron!
Many children need your financial support so
that they can gain the growth and enrich­ment
of a preschool experience.
EARLY CHILDHOOD
EDUCATION DEPARTMENT
Allison Wolpoff, Chairperson
Alma Hadash Geiger, Director
Judi Sofer, Assistant Director
Nataliya Telerman, Assistant Director
Lawrence Family Jewish Community
Center JACOBS FAMILY CAMPUS
Craig Schloss, President, Board of Directors
Michael Cohen, Executive Director
Ana Kozlowski, Associate Executive Director
Katharine Wardle, Chief Financial Officer
Lawrence Family Jewish Community Center
JACOBS FAMILY CAMPUS
Mandell Weiss Eastgate City Park
4126 Executive Drive
La Jolla, CA 92037-1348
Gary & Jerri-Ann Jacobs Youth Endowment Fund
Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Endowment Fund
NIERMAN PRESCHOOL ADMISSION POLICY
Registration for the 2016–2017 academic school
year opens on January 11, 2016. Families currently
enrolled at Nierman Pre­school have first priority
through January 16. Spaces are limited in some
classes. In order to get your first choice program,
please sign-up as soon as possible. On January 18
all available spaces will be filled from applications
received from the community.
To apply, please submit a completed registration
form with the application fee of $600 for Preschool
only ($200 will be applied towards the final
tuition payment; $100 toward ongoing security
enhancements)*; $700 for Preschool and camp ($200
will be applied towards the final preschool payment;
$100 towards camp; $100 toward ongoing security
enhancements)*
*Application fee will only be processed upon
guarantee of a space.
NOTE: Members of the Jewish Community Center
have priority placement. Non-members’ registration
forms and application fees cannot be confirmed
until April 30, 2016.
Non-members are welcome to become members
and have their applications processed immediately.
The Lawrence Family JCC is pleased to offer a
monthly bank draft that allows you to spread your
annual membership fees over a twelve-month
period. Membership fees will not be deposited
without the consent of the parents unless the
preschool registration can be confirmed.
(Membership priority
placement will be
contingent upon
member’s accounts
being current for all
fees and dues.)
A waiting list will be
maintained for those
children who are not
enrolled due to lack
of space.
REFUND POLICY: Refunds of $250 ($100 for financial
assistance applications) from the application fees
will be honored through May 15th for cancelled
registrations. NO REFUNDS OR CREDITS will be
considered after that date. Sorry - NO EXCEPTIONS.
PRESCHOOL PAYMENT OPTIONS
Plan A • Preschool: Payment in full due: July 1, 2016
Plan B • Preschool: Four payment plan due:
July 1, 2016 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . First payment
September 1, 2016 . . . . . . . . Second pay­ment
November 1, 2016. . . . . . . . . . . Third payment
January 1, 2017 . . . . . . . . . . . Fourth payment
Plan C • Preschool: Nine monthly payments due:
The first of each month from July 1–March 1
CAMP & PRESCHOOL PAYMENT OPTIONS
These price-saving plans are offered as a
thank you for those families who participate
in preschool and camp year-round.
Plan D • Camp & Preschool: Payment in full due:
July 1, 2016
Plan E • Camp & Preschool: 12 monthly payments
due the first of each month from July 1–June 1
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: A limited number of
scholarships are available. Requests for financial
assistance must be submitted no later than
April 1, 2016. Requests received after that date
will be considered only if funds are available.
Non-payment of fees by the specified dates will
result in a suspension of services. Membership will
automatically be renewed and payable if it expires
while your child is in preschool.
NIERMAN PRESCHOOL AT A GLANCE
Spanish Immersion Preschool Classes for 2, 3, and 4
year olds: 9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Wee Play: Baby/parent participation for 9–15 months
Tot ‘N Company: Toddler/parent participation
program for 16–23 months
TOTalehs: 2, 3 & 5 day Toddler programs for 18–23
month olds
Preschool: Programs for 2–5 year olds using
developmental milestone curriculum
Explorers: Advanced class for children given the
gift of an extra year in preschool
Kid Konnection: Flexible extended care
Specialties: Spanish, Music, Physical Education,
and Computers taught by Specialists
Enrichment: After-school specialty classes
Special Skills Groups: Sensory-motor and social
The Language Connection (TLC): The Language
Connection (TLC): Preschool Immersion and
Enrichment programs taught in Spanish, Mandarin,
Russian, French & Hebrew
Inclusion: Integrate children with special needs
in all preschool classes
Holiday Festivities: Class, school-wide and family
celebrations
Family Education: Parenting programs and special
focus meetings
Faculty: Creative, caring, and experienced teachers,
assistants, and specialists including school
counselor and occupational therapist
Facility: State of the art classrooms, playgrounds,
amphitheatre, gym, computer lab, JCC theatre and
olympic size swimming pool