Program
Age
FULL YEAR 12 months
SCHOOL YEAR 10 months
Plus Extended Care
Toddlers
For children who are 18-24 mos
Not Available
Not Available
Transition Twos
For children who turn age 2 between Sept.-Dec.
9:15 a.m.-12:30 p.m. M-F or M, W & F
AM: 7:30-9:15am PM: 12:30-4 or 6 p.m.
For children who turn age 2 by Sept. 1 of the academic year
Twos
7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.*
9:15 a.m.-12:30 p.m. M-F or M, W & F
Monday-Friday
AM: 7:30-9:15 a.m. PM: 12:30-4 or 6 p.m.
At the Bender ECC Preschool we believe: 1. 2. 3. 4.
Threes
For children who turn age 3 before Sept. 1 of the academic year
9:15 a.m.-12:30 p.m. M-F
AM: 7:30-9:15 a.m. PM: 12:30-4 or 6 p.m.
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Fours
For children who turn age 4 before Sept. 1 of the academic year
9:15 a.m.-2:30 p.m. M-F
AM: 7:30-9:15 a.m. PM: 2:30-4 or 6 p.m.
6.
* Subject to change
son had fun every day, but most “ Myimportantly he grew every day.
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- Parent of a 2 year old
New This Year Toddler Program for children 18-24 months old.
High quality early childhood education lays a foundation for intellectual, language, physical, social and emotional development, which is essential for later academic and social success. Every classroom must reflect our core belief that young children are capable and competent individuals. It is the role of the classroom teacher to create an engaging environment that stimulates thinking, exploration, collaboration, and growth.
BENDER EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER PRESCHOOL
Qualified and well trained staff is the foundation of a high quality preschool experience. Parents, teachers and children are partners in learning. Everyone brings expertise and knowledge that enriches our classrooms and our school community. Jewish traditions and celebrations give a special rhythm to our school year and provide a foundation for the values we live throughout the year.
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Our Flexible Program
This place is about much more than academics. It teaches children to be good people who care about others. - Parent of a 3 year old
Fully licensed by the State of Maryland, our program will provide a warm and nurturing environment filled with inquiry and exploration. Our Reggio inspired, play-based curriculum reflects a progressive approach to early childhood education, where we believe that even our youngest students are competent and capable. • Full Year Program • 7:30-6:00 PM • Full Facility Bender JCC Family Membership included
6125 Montrose Road • Rockville, MD 20852 301.348.3839 | benderjccgw.org | preschool@benderjccgw.org
About the Preschool
Beyond the Classroom
Reggio Emilia Our Teachers Make Inspired Curriculum the Difference This approach respects and builds upon children’s theories and ideas and creates a dynamic classroom experience. Our curriculum also aligns with the Maryland State Standards. Our most important goal is to create confident and engaged lifelong learners who are prepared for their transition to kindergarten.
We are a Sheva School!
Extended Day Options
ECC Kid Koverage
HoliDaycare
Summer Program
Offered during Winter/Spring Breaks when the 10 month program is For students in our 10-month closed. Full-day 10 month students program, we offer early morning and afternoon extended day options. will be assigned to their current classrooms and, if space permits, it Early drop-off begins at 7:30 a.m. will also be available to children in and later afternoon pick-up is the half-day program. available at 4 p.m. and 6 p.m.
Our talented and dedicated staff is committed to ensuring each child’s happiness, safety and growth. It is our priority to employ experienced and creative staff who meet our high standards and reflect our value of lifelong learning. Each and every member of our staff goes above and beyond the state of Maryland’s continuing education requirements. Our staff works with a team of experts to make sure each child is highly engaged in the education process.
Our school was chosen by the national Jewish Community Center Association as a Sheva school, which recognizes preschools for • Our Curriculum Director provides their commitment to excellence ongoing professional development in preschool education. Through a which impacts their daily practice. dedication to families, community • Our Atelierista, Studio Teacher, and inspired learning, Sheva helps works with children and staff to to strengthen the values that are enrich the ongoing project work in already essential to our mission as a the classrooms. Reggio inspired school. • Our Learning Specialist supports children, teachers and parents in A Day at Preschool addressing the different learning A day may include... styles and behavioral needs in the 7:30-9:15 a.m. Drop off classroom community. 9:15-12:30 Free Play Parents as Partners Morning Class Meeting It is only through the strong Snack partnership of the home and the Outdoor Play school that a child can have the Specials (Music, PE, Hebrew) richest preschool experience. Small Group Work Parents are invited to schoolLunch wide and classroom celebrations 12:30 Pick Up so that the connection between 1:00-3:00 home and school is strengthened. Nap (for two and three year olds) In addition, our Early Childhood Story Time/Reading Enrichment Classes for children age 3 & 4 Parent Committee (ECPC) gives parents an opportunity to be active 4:00 Pick Up in the preschool through volunteer 5:45-6:00 p.m. Carpool dismissal opportunities during the year.
Flexible Program Options
For students in both 10-month and 12-month programs, we offer HoliDaycare on most Jewish holidays when the preschool is closed, but the Bender JCC building is open. HoliDaycare is only available to children currently enrolled in the Bender JCC preschool. Space is limited.
The Bender JCC of Greater Washington
Our children are fortunate to have access to the wonderful Bender JCC facility, which includes indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a gymnasium, art and dance studios, walking paths, playgrounds, an art gallery and indoor play space. The multigenerational and multicultural community at the Bender JCC enhances our preschoolers’ learning experiences.
The Great Outdoors
With two playgrounds, a growing garden, and an abundance of grassy areas, our children benefit from experiences that enlighten and
engage outside the classroom. Each day includes learning opportunities outside our four walls, so a warm pair of snow boots and raingear are a must!
Enrichment Classes Our enrichment classes in yoga, science and cooking are offered for children enrolled in our 3-yearold and 4-year-old programs. In addition, the talented staff in the different departments of the Bender JCC are a resource to our preschool and offer our students a wide variety of professionally led after school activities. Many students take advantage of Bender JCC afterschool activities such as swimming, sports & recreation, dance and art programs.
Children in the 10 month program can join our fun summer program. Those in the 3 and 4-year-old programs have instructional swim. Free swim is part of the program every day for all children. The program is also filled with unique weekly activities including magic, dance performances and Wacky Water Day.