Our Preschool
Preschool Information:
Mission Statement:
Our teaching philosophy at Hazelwood is based on Christian beliefs. We believe that educational experiences grounded in scripture are the cornerstone that help children define values which can be applied to daily living.
All children are blessed with God-given capabilities to learn. It is our responsibility to nurture their talents through an environment of spiritual, mental, social, emotional, and physical growth.
Classes Offered:
We offer 5 different classes at Hazelwood Christian Preschool. A description of each class can be read on the Forms page, under the Class Description Tabs. These classes are:
Curriculum:
Our curriculum is based on age-appropriate practices geared to the individual child’s development and needs. Also emphasized is the child’s relationship to nature and to other human beings. These are essential ingredients in the curriculum.
The curriculum is built upon themes which correlate with the time of the year and the child’s daily routine activities.
Our teachers are professionally trained. They are caring individuals who feel that it is a joy and a privilege to work with children.
Each class at Hazelwood Christian Preschool will be taught by a degreed and experienced teacher who is aided by an assistant and a specially trained volunteer.
The daily schedule includes:
• An informal playtime when children choose from a variety of activities and toys
• Teacher guided lessons
• Activities in small groups
• Large group activities
• A large indoor and outdoor play area
• A daily snack
The monthly schedule includes:
Field Trips: The classes participate in many local field trips throughout the year.
Chapel: During most months, Hazelwood Preschool will host a Children’s Chapel service. The chapel services will last about 10 minutes. They will include a short bible story and a few songs.
Seasonal Programs: The classes will celebrate holiday parties. Other special events offered at Hazelwood Christian Preschool are Open House, Dad’s Night, Christmas Program, Mother’s Tea, and May Celebration.
Our teaching philosophy at Hazelwood is based on Christian beliefs. We believe that educational experiences grounded in scripture are the cornerstone that help children define values which can be applied to daily living.
All children are blessed with God-given capabilities to learn. It is our responsibility to nurture their talents through an environment of spiritual, mental, social, emotional, and physical growth.
Classes Offered:
We offer 5 different classes at Hazelwood Christian Preschool. A description of each class can be read on the Forms page, under the Class Description Tabs. These classes are:
- The 2-3 Year Old Class
- The 3-4 Year Old Class
- The 4-5 Year Old Class
- Enrichment Class
- Transition Class
Curriculum:
Our curriculum is based on age-appropriate practices geared to the individual child’s development and needs. Also emphasized is the child’s relationship to nature and to other human beings. These are essential ingredients in the curriculum.
The curriculum is built upon themes which correlate with the time of the year and the child’s daily routine activities.
Our teachers are professionally trained. They are caring individuals who feel that it is a joy and a privilege to work with children.
Each class at Hazelwood Christian Preschool will be taught by a degreed and experienced teacher who is aided by an assistant and a specially trained volunteer.
The daily schedule includes:
• An informal playtime when children choose from a variety of activities and toys
• Teacher guided lessons
• Activities in small groups
• Large group activities
• A large indoor and outdoor play area
• A daily snack
The monthly schedule includes:
Field Trips: The classes participate in many local field trips throughout the year.
Chapel: During most months, Hazelwood Preschool will host a Children’s Chapel service. The chapel services will last about 10 minutes. They will include a short bible story and a few songs.
Seasonal Programs: The classes will celebrate holiday parties. Other special events offered at Hazelwood Christian Preschool are Open House, Dad’s Night, Christmas Program, Mother’s Tea, and May Celebration.
Contact Us!
Address:
1400 West University Avenue
Muncie, IN 47303
Director
Mrs. Rebecca Swander
765-284-2430 ext. 25
HazelwoodPreschool@hotmail.com
4-5 Year Old Teacher
Mrs. Shauna Sterrett
765-284-2430 ext. 24
SSterrett@hazelwoodpreschool.org
3-4 Year Old Teacher
Mrs. Kelly MIller
765-284-2430 ext. 18
4-5 & 3-4 Assistant Teacher
Mrs. Becky Merkel
2-3 Year Old Teacher
Mrs. Cami Zenthoefer
284-2430, ext. 18
2-3 Year Old Assistant Teacher
Miss Sara Proctor
PDO Staff
Deborah Lewis, Erica Montague, Sara Proctor, and Megan Tagler
Meet the Preschool Board Members:
Thank you to the dedicated board members who donate time, money, and other resources to make this preschool ministry a success.
Name
Sarah Schmidt 3-4 Parent
Stephanie Darby 4-5 Parent
Joni Bigger 2-3 Parent
Meredith Lanford-Mauck 3-4 Parent
Pat LaRue Church Rep
Kelly Miller Teacher Rep
Laura Pittman Parent
Kay Schnuck Church Rep
Colby Smith Senior Minister
Julie Thomas Church Rep
1400 West University Avenue
Muncie, IN 47303
Director
Mrs. Rebecca Swander
765-284-2430 ext. 25
HazelwoodPreschool@hotmail.com
4-5 Year Old Teacher
Mrs. Shauna Sterrett
765-284-2430 ext. 24
SSterrett@hazelwoodpreschool.org
3-4 Year Old Teacher
Mrs. Kelly MIller
765-284-2430 ext. 18
4-5 & 3-4 Assistant Teacher
Mrs. Becky Merkel
2-3 Year Old Teacher
Mrs. Cami Zenthoefer
284-2430, ext. 18
2-3 Year Old Assistant Teacher
Miss Sara Proctor
PDO Staff
Deborah Lewis, Erica Montague, Sara Proctor, and Megan Tagler
Meet the Preschool Board Members:
Thank you to the dedicated board members who donate time, money, and other resources to make this preschool ministry a success.
Name
Sarah Schmidt 3-4 Parent
Stephanie Darby 4-5 Parent
Joni Bigger 2-3 Parent
Meredith Lanford-Mauck 3-4 Parent
Pat LaRue Church Rep
Kelly Miller Teacher Rep
Laura Pittman Parent
Kay Schnuck Church Rep
Colby Smith Senior Minister
Julie Thomas Church Rep
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