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Bug Garden (18-30 months)
Ms. Nhi N. | Lead Teacher
Meet Ms. Nhi (NiNi) Nguyen, our dedicated Lead Teacher at Bug Garden. With her early childhood education credit hours and a heart full of compassion, she brings immense patience and warmth to our little ones every day. NiNi is available to nurture and guide your children from 7:45 AM to 4:45 PM, ensuring a safe and enriching environment for all.
Ms. Emily B. | Assistant Teacher
Emily Burgan is our dedicated Assistant, working from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. She graduated from Rockhurst University in May 2024 and gained valuable experience teaching in our Summer Camp program before joining the Bug Garden in August. Emily brings enthusiasm and a passion for education to our team, ensuring a nurturing environment for our students. We're excited to have her on board!
Ms. Connie B. | Assistant Teacher
We are excited to welcome Ms. Connie B. as the new Bug Garden Assistant Teacher! With over 24 years of experience in licensed childcare as a nanny for various families, she brings a wealth of knowledge and compassion to our team. Known for her warm and friendly demeanor, Ms. Connie is dedicated to creating a nurturing environment our children. Her hours will be from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
ENVIRONMENT
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An energetic, language-rich class where children's individual personalities and needs are nurtured.
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Teachers respect toddlers' solitary and parallel play. Toys are plentiful with more than one of the same thing.
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Teachers model taking turns and playing with the children
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The small class size allows the teachers to meet the children's individual needs
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This classroom is licensed for up to ten children
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Children have three hours of free play per day to explore
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The environment is changed to support the lesson plans. Materials are kept on low, open shelves for the children to have easy access to them.
CURRICULUM
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Lesson plans consist of activities in social emotional growth, motor skill development, acquisition of language, cognitive development and Christianity
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Activities are planned using individual time, small groups, large groups, and music and movement
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Teachers read to children in group and individual settings
PARENT INVOLVEMENT
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Teachers encourage and welcome parent participation and involvement
