EARLY CHILDHOOD
EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAMS IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Food Allergies/Dietary Restrictions Many of our classes serve a snack, if your child has food allergies or dietary restrictions you must notify Dana Bundy at 847-572-2624. Medication If your child requires medication (inhaler, epi-pen, etc.) during class, medication administration forms must be completed. For details, please call our registration office at 847-945-0650. Illness Please do not send children who are ill to class.
Clay with Parents with Mari
This program is designed for young children with a parent/caregiver. Together we will create a project in clay. Enjoy helping your child express themself. Come join us and see the calming effect of working with clay. Location: Jewett Park Comm Ctr Instructor: Mari Krasney Activity-Sect. Date (#cl) Day 120001-01 9/14-12/14 (13) Tu No class dates: Sect. 01: 11/23
Age: 18 mos - 3 yrs Time 9:45-10:45A
R/NR $239/298
Parents/Caregivers will enjoy experiencing nature and the environment with their children through stories, songs and simple experiments. Class will be held outside at the JPCC Pavilion unless there are storms and then class will be moved indoors. Age: 18 mos - 4 Time 9:45-10:45A
R/NR $95/118
First Experience
Recommended for those children who have not yet taken classes without a parent. Children will have the opportunity to socialize with others and experience music, motor, sensory, art and stories. Location: Jewett Park Comm Ctr Instructor: Nancy Healy, Josie Ripkey Activity-Sect. Date (#cl) Day 121001-01 9/13-12/13 (13) M No class dates: Sect. 01: 10/11
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Tiny and Teeny Tiny Treks
At Tiny Treks we believe nature is our best classroom. We do know that young children need predictability and routine, so you can expect there will be some elements of musical circle time, nature projects, themed story time and STEAM learning throughout our exploration. Every week our Parent/Child programs feature a new destination that explores our open spaces, beaches, farms, creeks, forest and more - rain or shine - all led by our incredibly experienced outdoor educators.
Teeny Tiny Treks
Parent & Tot Fall Planting
Location: Jewett Park Comm Ctr Instructor: Staff - TBA Activity-Sect. Date (#cl) Day 120002-01 9/15-10/13 (5) W
Infectious Diseases To prevent the spread of communicable diseases, such as strep, pink eye and fifth’s disease, parents should report any diagnosed cases to the park district office. If exposure to other participants occurred, a notification will be sent home. “Extend the Day Play” Early childhood programs with the Extend the Day Play logo indicate that children in our Preschool can extend their day of learning. You do Extend the not have to be enrolled in Deerfield Park Day District Preschool to attend these classes.
Age: 2-3 Time 9:15-10:45A
R/NR $291/363
Play and socialization are the focus for our 12- to 20-month-old kids. Together, we lift logs and count ants, explore our senses, dig in the mud, run through meadows, learn about birds and bugs, hike in the forest, play at the beach, and most importantly, nurture curiosity and instill a love of the natural world in our children. Families will bring a picnic dinner for a picnic story time each week. Location: Other Misc. Location Instructor: Pam Worth Activity-Sect. Date (#cl) 120008-01 8/19-10/28 (10) No class dates: Sect. 01: 9/16
Age: 12-20 mos Day Th
Time 5-6:15P
Fee $279
Tiny Treks
Together, we lift logs and count ants, explore our senses, dig in the mud, run through meadows, learn about birds and bugs, hike in the forest, play at the beach and most importantly, nurture curiosity and instill a love of the natural world in our children. *October 29 will be used as a make-up day if class needs to be canceled due to weather. Location: Other Misc. Location Instructor: Pam Worth Activity-Sect. Date (#cl) 120011-01 8/20-10/22 (10)
Age: 21 mos - 4 yrs Day F
Time 9:30-11A
Fee $279
Fall 2021