Pre-Kindergarten Program

Mrs. Zinnel

The Pre-kindergarten Program will promote the individual child’s emotional, social, physical, and intellectual growth. Each child will learn to know Jesus and be aware of His presence in his/her life. Children will learn to develop independence and security; to release feelings in acceptable ways; to respect others’ feelings and posessions; and to develop ways of approaching and responding to others in a social group. Growth in both large and small motor skills will be addressed.

The program is directed by Mary Zinnel. She has a B.A. degree in Early Childhood Education (Pre-kindergarten/kindergarten). She has an assistant in the classroom.

Twice a week the students meet with the Physical Education teacher for Gym class. They learn coordination and rule following. Also twice a week they meet with the music teacher. They learn songs and play musical instruments. The pre-kindergarten also performs at the school concerts. As part of their classroom learning, the students learn some Spanish and sign language along with basics like numbers and letters.

Starting the 2006-2007 school year we introduced a 5 day program.  It has been very successful and the students as well as the teachers are learning a lot!

The classes meet from 8-11 or 12-3 Monday thru Friday.  Registration is open to the public starting in February. Class size is limited to 16 for each program.  If you are interested or would like additional information, please contact the school at 515-432-4124 or email at bwarrick@shboone.com.  You can also contact Mrs. Zinnel at mzinnel@shboone.com with any questions.