Cactus Crew (3-4 years)
Ms. Maggie | Lead Teacher
Mrs. Maggie is excited to begin her third year with Cactus Crew! She brings nine years of experience in early childhood education and earned her Child Development Associate (CDA) credential in 2014.
She creates engaging learning experiences through both small-group and large-group activities, incorporating early math and science concepts while providing opportunities for children to develop foundational handwriting skills. Beyond her classroom experience, Mrs. Maggie is a certified yoga instructor and enjoys incorporating movement, mindfulness, and wellness into the daily routine.
She is CPR and First Aid certified and is available from 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
ENVIRONMENT
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An exciting room where children are encouraged to actively explore during three hours of free play per day
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Children continue practicing the structures of group care that will help to ease the transition into kindergarten and the school system
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The environment is changed to support the lesson plans
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This room is licensed for up to sixteen children
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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An emphasis is placed on the three areas of math concepts: number and operations, spatial relationships and measurements
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Children are exposed to all areas of development through theme-based units that encourage exploration and curiosity
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Teachers plan activities to motivate children to engage in writing and encourage and assist children in their writing efforts
PARENT INVOLVEMENT
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Teachers encourage and welcome parent participation and involvement
