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" ...children have an innate desire to understand their world and master ways of interacting in it. Children
make sense of the world by acting on the physical and social world. Through these actions they construct
knowledge and character. They are not empty vessels waiting to be filled with knowledge, rather they are
vessels that are already full--full of questions and theories. When children can act on their questions and
theories, they develop knowledge and, most essentially, the ability to think deeply and make meaning."
-Ashley Cadwell, Headmaster of the St. Michael School in Clayston, Missouri.
make sense of the world by acting on the physical and social world. Through these actions they construct
knowledge and character. They are not empty vessels waiting to be filled with knowledge, rather they are
vessels that are already full--full of questions and theories. When children can act on their questions and
theories, they develop knowledge and, most essentially, the ability to think deeply and make meaning."
-Ashley Cadwell, Headmaster of the St. Michael School in Clayston, Missouri.
Jenny Case, Teacher
Jenny received her BA from Portland State University in 2006, with an emphasis on early childhood education.
Her teaching is influenced by the schools in Reggio Emilia, Italy. She believes that young children are natural
scientists and, by listening to them and providing an environment which fosters their natural creativity and
sense of wonder, they in turn will form a rich foundation on which to become life long learners. She values the
gifts and experiences brought to the classroom by each child.
Curriculum
Children are always asking questions, longing to learn about themselves and their world. The Beginners
program aims to provide a safe environment, in which children are free to explore, ask questions and wonder.
Here, the children's thoughts and ideas are listened to by teachers and peers, and are further explored
through open dialogue and projects.
Each week the group will be introduced to a poem, story, or finger play. Other weekly activities include
painting, drawing, cooking, working with clay, and creating sculpture with found materials. An engaging,
organized classroom with centers for dramatic play, sewing, painting, drawing and book exploration allow
students to choose their activities and vary them throughout the day.
Students will also learn to do things as a group, picking up social skills as they interact with others both inside
and outside of the classroom. The Neskowin Valley School buddy system gives them a safe experience
connecting with older students. The Beginners’ program addresses the social, emotional, intellectual and
physical needs of each child.
Jenny received her BA from Portland State University in 2006, with an emphasis on early childhood education.
Her teaching is influenced by the schools in Reggio Emilia, Italy. She believes that young children are natural
scientists and, by listening to them and providing an environment which fosters their natural creativity and
sense of wonder, they in turn will form a rich foundation on which to become life long learners. She values the
gifts and experiences brought to the classroom by each child.
Curriculum
Children are always asking questions, longing to learn about themselves and their world. The Beginners
program aims to provide a safe environment, in which children are free to explore, ask questions and wonder.
Here, the children's thoughts and ideas are listened to by teachers and peers, and are further explored
through open dialogue and projects.
Each week the group will be introduced to a poem, story, or finger play. Other weekly activities include
painting, drawing, cooking, working with clay, and creating sculpture with found materials. An engaging,
organized classroom with centers for dramatic play, sewing, painting, drawing and book exploration allow
students to choose their activities and vary them throughout the day.
Students will also learn to do things as a group, picking up social skills as they interact with others both inside
and outside of the classroom. The Neskowin Valley School buddy system gives them a safe experience
connecting with older students. The Beginners’ program addresses the social, emotional, intellectual and
physical needs of each child.
| BEGINNERS 3 Year Olds |
