Ages are as of August 31st before the school year begins.
Classes run from September to June.
Families may join at any time on a space-available basis.
| Infants |
0-6 months old |
Thursday |
1:30 - 3:10 |
Parent participates each class |
| Infants |
6-12 months old |
Friday |
11:30 - 1:10 |
Parent participates each class |
The primary focus of the infant curriculum is to offer support to the
parent-infant pair for the ways in which they naturally communicate and
relate to each other. This is done through sharing of personal experiences
as well as by incorporating information from current research on infant
development. In addition, the curriculum provides parents with new ways to
engage their babies, such as a focus on sensory experiences, songs, games,
massage techniques, toys, and verbal messages. Guest speakers on a variety
of topics provide additional insights.
PLEASE NOTE! Anyone enrolled in an infant class does
not need to hold a school job for that year, even if that member has a child
or children enrolled in any of the other classes. In addition, any member
enrolled only in an infant class does not need to complete a weekend school
cleaning.
Daily Schedule
Music Circle
Parent Sharing and Questions
Parent Education Topic
Closing Circle
Themes/Parent Education Topics
Fall Quarter: “Getting to Know Your Child”
Understanding Your Child’s Behavior
Your Child’s Temperament
Daily Routines: Sleep and Nutrition
Nurturing Through Play
Family Rituals
Winter Quarter: “Getting to Know Yourself”
Family Traditions
Childhood Experiences
Hopes for Your Family
Home as a Haven
Self-CareSharing the Care
Spring Quarter: “Your Relationship with Your Child”
Literacy Development
Music, Movement, and Rhymes
Art and Sensory Experiences
Motor Development
Outdoor Play
Exploring the World with Your Child