4K Program
PHILOSOPHY
 “Learning is Fun” is emphasized in our 4K Program. The children learn by doing within a Christian environment. Four-year-olds are encouraged to communicate with their peers, to accept the role of both leader and follower, and to have a good self-image. They develop control of emotional expression and physical movements. Their tiny fingers explore manipulating small objects and materials that exercise and develop motor skills. Their imagination and curiosity are guided into learning experiences.

As the students progress they are helped to: work and play happily with others in the group; respect the rights of others; be kind, cooperative and courteous; use and care for materials; work without help; share belongings and supplies; use speech in expressing ideas; express ideas creatively; grow in self-control; listen to and follow directions; face and overcome problems; develop motor skills; acquire habits of health and safety; enjoy music, art, and computer.

Most importantly, we strive to help each child recognize their individual gifts and understand that each one is different, with special needs, interests, and characteristics. It is our goal to work together to help your child reach their goals and to understand that God loves them as the individual and unique gift that they are.

 

GENERAL INFORMATION
 
HOURS: 4-Kclasses start at 8:00 AM each morning for all students. Children arriving between 7:45 AM and 8:00 AM must be dropped off at the 4-K classroom.   
LUNCH: Lunch will be served at 11:15am daily. Students may bring their own lunch in a lunch box or purchase lunch at the school for an additional $3.05 daily. Milk/Juice is available for $.65.
ADMISSION: A child may enroll if his/her 4th birthday comes on or before September 2. Interested parents may call the school office. Phone: 766-1923.
IMMUNIZATION RECORD: Each child is required to have an Alabama Blue Immunization record on file when entering school. A form may be secured from a physician’s office or the health department.
REGISTRATION FEE: $125 non-refundable to be paid at enrollment.
SCHOOL YEAR FEES: 
                  

Full Time
8:00 AM until 2:45 PM (5 days)
3350.00   
Part Time Student
8:00 AM until 1 PM (5 days)
2850.00  
PTO Dues
 
10.00 year/family-due Sept. 1
Technology Fee
 
95.00 year/student

* Following charge due Sept. 1 for students enrolled in afternoon program:
          Cot Fee 8.00 student
 
 
REGULATIONS
·         To prepay tuition in full, full payment due by August 1.
·         10 month payment plans use bank drafts from July to May. Tuition is paid July-December and February-May.  No tuition is paid in January. Registration fees will be payable by January 31,2011. Annual enrollment fee is $41.00.
·         Parents will receive a monthly statement from the school office for all EDP, snack and cot fees. Please make checks payable to St. Joseph School. There will be a $25 fee for all returned checks.
·         Health forms and birth certificates must be submitted to us prior to the child’s admission for the program.
 
HOLIDAYS: 4-Kwill follow the basic school calendar.
STAFF: Our staff is made up of fully certified and experienced teachers. Pre-school educational workshops and seminars are attended periodically. We are dedicated to providing a rich, creative atmosphere from which learning can flow.
PARENTAL INVOLVEMENT: Continuing education between home and school is essential. You are invited to visit your child’s classroom during the school year. A call to your child’s teacher prior to your visit will be appreciated. If you would like a conference or have a concern, please call 766-1923. It is important to the development of your child that we cooperate and communicate.
ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE PROCEDURES:
1.    Please see that your child arrives in his/her classroom and greets the teacher or teacher assistant. Please do not drop your child off at the door of the classroom before 7:45 AM. Children may arrive in their room from 7:45 – 8:00 AM with classes beginning at promptly at 8:00 AM. EDP Fees will accrue for those children arriving before 7:45 AM.
 
2.    Children dismissing at 1:00 PM, are to be picked up in the back parking area. Children dismissing at 2:45 PM will be picked up in the back parking area also. On minimum dismissal days, children will be picked up at 12:45 PM in the back parking area.
 
3.    Children will be released only to parents, unless parents give written permission otherwise.