Alexandria Public Schools Community Education

Calling all parents of preschoolers! Join us for coffee and discussion about your developing 3-5 year old.  This parent conversation will provide you with an opportunity to ask questions and celebrate the joys and challenges of raising your young child.  

Parenting with "PRIDE" (2 1/2 - 5 years) Teachers and paras at Early Education use "PRIDE" skills - praise, reflection, imitation, description and enthusiasm.  These communication techniques build relationships and help children learn to self-regulate.  Learn these effective communication skills to have a calmer household. 5 Sessions. EEC Room D112.

Young preschoolers are excited about learning.  We can support them in this critical time of growth and development with a variety of sensory experiences, social skill support, engaging activities, and a special focus on pre-literacy skills.  Additionally, children will become familiar with a short preschool experience, with the support of parents and teachers.  On the first day of the week, parents and children will have fun doing activities together.  Parents will also have group time to discuss ways to support their child in gaining new preschool skills. Two days later the children will attend a 2-hour class by themselves to gain confidence with a preschool experience in a warm, fun environment. This class is for children who will be 3 by January 1, 2019 and their parents.  SIBLING CARE IS AVAILABLE ONLY ON MON/TUES;NO SIBLING CARE ON WED/THURS.